Thorne Nature Experience builds earth stewardship by providing joyful and hands-on environmental education experiences that foster an emotional connection to nature. Based in Boulder, Colorado, Thorne believes that all youth, regardless of race, ethnicity or family income deserve the opportunity to connect to nature. Thorne prioritizes serving Latino and low-income participants and provides scholarships to at least 50% of their participants each year.
SWAHA understands that time in nature can be life changing and believes that is a human right to experience the beauty of wild places. Providing access to nature, especially for young people, helps establish a connection and appreciation of nature that leads to environmental stewardship. For this reason, SWAHA supports Thorne and shares in its mission to make time in nature joyful and personal. Thorne fulfills all three of SWAHA’s core concerns – education, human rights, and environment.