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Outdoor Equity Coalition
We’re a Washington State-Based nonprofit working to make outdoor recreation more diverse, equitable, and inclusive. 🌎
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🚨 Teens ages 13–19: This is your sign to register with OEC 🚨![]()
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Want to earn money this summer? 💸![]()
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Want to build leadership skills that look great on resumes, college applications, and future jobs? 🌿![]()
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Want to connect with other young people who care about nature, community, and protecting our planet? 🌎![]()
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OEC is gearing up for a BIG summer filled with hikes, leadership opportunities, paid internships, outdoor adventures, community events, and more 👀![]()
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But here's the catch:![]()
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⚠️ You MUST be registered with OEC to stay in the loop.![]()
⚠️ You MUST be registered with OEC to be eligible for paid opportunities.![]()
⚠️ You MUST be registered with OEC to receive event announcements and internship updates.![]()
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And it is SO easy, click the "Register with OEC" via our bio and you will be the first to know about upcoming opportunities. ![]()
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We're building the next generation of outdoor leaders, and we want YOU on the team.![]()
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Register today, tell a friend, and stay tuned. Summer is about to be 🔥🌲![]()
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#OutdoorEquity #YouthLeadership #PaidInternships #TeenJobs #BIPOCOutdoors #Hikes4Healing #GetOutside #SeattleYouth #TacomaYouth #OutdoorLeadership
Want to get paid to grow your outdoor leadership skills? 🌿🥾![]()
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Washington Trails Association (WTA) is helping youth access Outdoor Leadership Training workshops this summer, and we’ll cover the cost of these trainings for eligible youth.![]()
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These hands-on workshops are designed for people who want to learn how to safely lead outdoor experiences for youth and families. Training topics include:![]()
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🥾 Trip planning and outdoor preparedness![]()
🎒 Gear selection and outdoor skills![]()
🧭 Group leadership and risk management![]()
🌲 Leave No Trace outdoor ethics![]()
🥪 Food and nutrition planning![]()
🎯 Outdoor games and activities![]()
🌎 Natural and cultural history![]()
💚 Leadership, stewardship, and conservation![]()
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Upcoming June opportunities include:![]()
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🏕️ Camping Workshop![]()
📅 June 6, 2026![]()
📍 Dash Point State Park![]()
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💻 Gear Orientation Webinar (Free)![]()
📅 June 24, 2026![]()
🕑 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM![]()
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How it works:![]()
1️⃣ Register with OEC (link in bio)![]()
2️⃣ Send us a DM letting us know you're interested![]()
3️⃣ Sign up through WTA![]()
4️⃣ OEC covers the training cost for eligible youth![]()
5️⃣ Attend the training and bring your new skills back to the community![]()
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If you've ever wanted to lead hikes, campouts, outdoor events, or simply build your confidence outdoors, this opportunity is for you 👀![]()
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Link in bio to learn more and get started.![]()
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#OutdoorEquity #OutdoorLeadership #WTA #YouthLeadership #BIPOCOutdoors #GetOutside #WashingtonTrailsAssociation #OutdoorEducation #FutureLeaders #SeattleYouth
Our interns are out here hiking and capturing moments in nature!![]()
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Lauryn, one of our interns, loves hiking with Outdoor Equity Coalition because it’s more than just hiking. It’s a BIPOC outdoor community where people come together for healing, good energy, snacks, laughter, and access to local trails around the Seattle-Tacoma area 💚![]()
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Whether you’re brand new to hiking or already outdoorsy, OEC makes it easier to show up, feel welcome, and experience nature in community.![]()
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Especially for youth, who can actually get paid to join our hikes and events!![]()
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Keep an eye out for future events because trust… we’ve got BIG things coming 👀🌲✨![]()
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#OutdoorEquity #Hikes4Healing #BIPOCOutdoors #SeattleEvents #TacomaEvents
Want to level up your outdoor leadership skills? 🌿🥾![]()
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Washington Trails Association’s Outdoor Leadership Training + Co-Instructor Program is an opportunity to build skills in hiking leadership, group facilitation, trail safety, mentorship, and community-centered outdoor experiences.![]()
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If you’ve ever wanted to lead hikes, support outdoor spaces, or grow your confidence outside, this is for you 👀. We are looking at you, teens!!![]()
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📅 Info session on June 11th![]()
⚠️ Applications close July 13th![]()
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OEC is excited to share opportunities like this that help more BIPOC youth and communities step into outdoor leadership spaces 🌲![]()
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Learn more using the link in our bio ✨ @washingtontrails ![]()
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#OutdoorEquity #OutdoorLeadership #WTA #BIPOCOutdoors #YouthLeadership
POV: you found a BIPOC Hiking Community that’s local to Seattle 👀 #Hikes4Healing #OutdoorEquity #GetOutside #WashingtonHikes #YouthLeadership