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Outdoor Explorers for All 2025

Cohort Interest Form


Thank you for your interest in the 2025 Outdoor Explorers for All (OEA) Program. 



Due to limited participant spots, we ask that you please complete the following form to indicate your interest and commitment to participate in this multi-event, free program for the entire duration. This program does include a final, overnight campout for the fifth event.

Your family will be notified within two weeks of applying if you are selected. You may receive gear and activity materials to enhance your experience throughout the program, including specialized gear, informational content, and assistance to eliminate other potential barriers to participation.


If possible, please use avoid using a .gov or .mil email address.
If possible, please use avoid using a .gov or .mil email address.
If possible, please use avoid using a .gov or .mil email address.
Please share you or your spouses' service connection, whichever best applies!
If you identify with more than one group, please select "Bi-Racial / Multi-racial" for an additional question in which you can select multiple answer options
If you identify with more than one group, please select "Bi-Racial / Multi-racial" for an additional question in which you can select multiple answer options

Outdoor Explorers

This program is designed to introduce families to outdoors opportunities to connect with each each other and the community through outdoor activities. Most activities are designed for participants at a beginner level.

Supported Independent Campout Experience
 For the final event, families will participate in a supported, independent, Overnight Campout Experience. Blue Star Families will provide attending families with specialized camping gear at no cost and in partnership with the National Park Service, host day programming and be on-site to co-facilitate activities and provide support through the evening. Families will then have the opportunity to camp independently alongside their cohort, putting into practice the skills and confidence they’ve gained throughout the program. The following morning, Blue Star Families will rejoin for a group breakfast and closing activities. This is a wonderful opportunity to enjoy a full independent camping experience while still having the camaraderie and encouragement of the group nearby.
What are the age ranges of participating adults?
What are the t-shirt sizes of the participating adults?
What are the age ranges of participating youth?
What are the t-shirt sizes of the participating children?

Releases and Agreements