NatureBridge Story
In 1971, our mission to connect young people to the wonder and science of the natural world, igniting self-discovery and inspiring stewardship of our planet, was born in Yosemite National Park. In the decades since, NatureBridge has connected more than 1.5 million participants to our national parks.
When did your journey with NatureBridge begin? Why is our mission to connect all young people to the wonder of the natural world important to you? What did your NatureBridge experience look like in pictures? How did it make you feel, and how did it impact your life?
Help us showcase the transformative history of NatureBridge by sharing your anecdotes, snapshots and stories of growth with us on social media (tag us @naturebridge) or at communications@naturebridge.org.
Photos & Stories
Students, teachers, and chaperones discover something new every day at NatureBridge. There is nothing more illustrative of our mission than bringing these stories from the field to life, so we want to hear from you! Do you have a powerful story of transformation? Did you experience the outdoors with an incredible NatureBridge educator?
Write down your story and share it with us! Email us your story at communications@naturebridge.org. Stories may be featured in NatureBridge materials.
You can also share your photos and stories with us by tagging us on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn or Twitter.
Student of the Year
Each year, we honor a NatureBridge alum who experienced profound growth as a result of a NatureBridge program. Do you know a student who was particularly impacted by their NatureBridge experience? Are you that student?
Award & Benefits #
The Student of the Year will receive:
- An all-expenses-paid trip to the Bay Area for the Student of the Year and one guardian
- Up to three seats at An Evening with NatureBridge (event is held in May every year)
- $1,000 to go towards your school's next trip to NatureBridge
- NatureBridge swag and outdoor gear for your next adventure
- Recognition on the NatureBridge website, newsletter and social media channels
- A leadership opportunity to include on any college admissions or job applications
Requirements #
- A completed application
- Student must be able to attend An Evening Outside with NatureBridge in May
- Brief video of nominee talking about their NatureBridge experience
Great applications demonstrate how NatureBridge impacted the nominee's life. How and why did they change? What do they do differently? Why was the experience so powerful?
Applications are accepted throughout the year. The winner is announced in March.