Opening Doors
to Nature

City:  Grand Rapids
Event:  Family Paddle Night
Open Space: Riverside Park
Category:  Open Outdoors

GR Outside (Thrive Outside GR) connects local youth to the outdoors through school programs, nature-based outings, and a community gear library. By removing barriers to access, this initiative demonstrates how cities can nurture a new generation of outdoor stewards, turning urban neighborhoods into gateways for exploration, play, and environmental learning.

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