Welcome to The Venture Out Project.
The Venture Out Project (TVOP) envisions a world where queer, trans, and LGBTQ+ youth and adults create community, develop leadership skills, and gain confidence through the shared experience of outdoor adventure and physical activity.
Our Mission
To provide education and support that helps schools and organizations affirm their LGBTQ+ community members.
To provide a safe and fun space for queer, trans, and LGBTQ+ people to experience the outdoors.
JOIN US!
Want to get in on the fun? Find a TVOP chapter near you! Or, start your own!
Want to help these chapters THRIVE (and maybe win a cool prize)? Donate to our fall fundraiser!
What We Do
We lead outdoor adventures for the queer and transgender community.
We also conduct transgender inclusion workshops for educators, adventure professionals, summer camps and more!
Overnight Adventures for adults, youth & Families
FROM NOVICE TO ADVANCED
Whether you’re a first timer, experienced adventurer, or somewhere in between, we have something for everyone. See what adventures await you at the link below!
Queer Day Events
COME SEE WHAT WE'RE ABOUT
TVOP Volunteers from Maine to California lead Queer Day Hikes and Outdoor Events. Check out the link below to see if there are adventures in your area.
Who We Are
We are made up of our 1000+ yearly participants, 50+ volunteers, countless supporters, trans-led Board of Directors, and, of course, our all-queer staff! Our staff has each found belonging through the outdoors in our own lives, and we are honored to get to share that with you.
Who We Serve
Queer: We use this as an inclusive term for anyone who self-identifies as queer
Trans and Gender Non-Conforming: Wilderness trips have historically used gender as a term of classification. At TVOP we recognize that for some of us that’s confusing, prohibitive and offensive. We strive to be an inclusive organization and offer trips specifically geared to be inclusive of our trans, queer, non-binary and gender diverse community.
Lesbian, Gay, and Bisexual people
Intersex people
People on the Asexual and Aromantic spectrums
Allies and Family Members of the LGBTQ+ community: While we are primarily focused on creating a safe space for the LGBTQ+ community to experience nature, we host a few events each year (such as our Family Campouts) that are ally-inclusive! Keep an eye on our Events page for adventures like these.
