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We value quality time together and enjoy spending time outside. Because it’s fun to get outside with others, we began inviting people to join us on our adventures. We think everyone can benefit from time with others and from being outside, even if it’s in our own backyards.
Our Mission
Our Mission
Bringing people together for quality time outside.
Our Values
Our Values
Community. Quality Time. Nature. Adventure.
Just Some Of
Just Some Of
What We Do
What We Do
VISIT ZOOS, PARKS, AQUARIUMS, &
NATURE CENTERS
HIKE, CAMP, KAYAK,
FISH, & SWIM
PRACTICE OUTDOOR SKILLS
ENJOY QUALITY TIME OUTSIDE
our story
our story
The initial idea for this community started with a single gal who won a grant and wanted to take families camping in 2012 and had lots of help from a team of volunteers!
As a science teacher, she knew the value of family and community engagement and its positive effects on student achievement. That's why she decided to bring everyone together, because it takes a village!
Currently, she gets to run North Texas Kids Outside (NTKO) with her own family. Above all, we are volunteers and lead this group because we believe quality time and being outside is important.
our PARTNERSHIP
our PARTNERSHIP
We are a community partner with Texas Outdoor Family (TOF).
TOF is a program within the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department and they host workshops at state parks all over Texas. They reduce barriers to getting outside by providing the gear for a group to have a fun outdoors. The equipment allows participants to set up a tent, cook outdoors, build a campfire, and play outside during various activities like kayaking, fishing, swimming, geocaching, mountain biking, and stargazing. Each workshop and state park has different activities available.
The NTKO leaders have completed TOF's required Outdoor Leadership Training and have advanced through multiple tiers of leading a camping workshop. NTKO is a Tier 3 partner and we can host our own workshops independently. TOF provides the gear and NTKO leads. We also have first-aid and safeguarding youth training as well as combined experience in education and the military.
Because of our community partnership, we are eligible for a reduced fee that is approximately 60% off the regular TOF rate. This reduced rate includes: park entry fees for participants, campsite fees, and use of camping and recreational equipment.
Due to the way the state processes funds, there are no refunds for camping trips with TOF. However, if an event is cancelled by TOF staff, you will hear from us to reschedule and what you paid will become a credit for a future trip.
Participants just need to bring their own food, clothing, and personal items and TOF provides the rest!
FUN Facts
FUN Facts
FAQ
FAQ
How much does it cost to be a member?
Becoming a member is FREE.
All fees for events will be listed. The password for the RSVP form can be found in the communication you received from us. Can't find the password? Contact us!
How does membership work?
You will complete the Membership Directory form to let us know how we can contact you. We take privacy seriously and only use your information to register for events and will notify you when we do so.
An NTKO leader will reach out and confirm that we've received your info and share some updates about our latest events and activities. This is a great time to ask any questions or share ideas!
As a member, you will receive periodic updates by email and can view the event calendar on this website and RSVP for events. The password will be included in the communication you receive from us.
Already joined and can't find the password? Contact us!
Can I drop off my child at an event?
No.
An adult parent and/or guardian must attend all events with any youth and supervise them for the duration of the event. Youth cannot be dropped off alone. The adult caregiver is responsible for their youth at all times.
Do you only host camping events?
While camping events are what we are most known for, we also try and have other outdoor and indoor events, too!
In the past we've planned trips to the gulf coast, gone "glamping" and stayed in cabins and hotels, gone swimming at a local park or splash pad, visited zoos, aquariums, and water parks, and hosted day visits to local parks.
Have an idea for an outdoor event or activity? We'd love to hear about it!
What if I have little or no experience camping and doing outdoor activities?
No worries! We have a community of participants who started with various levels of experience but wanted to spend quality time outside. We teach you the skills that help you have a fun, safe, and successful experience.
Each activity during an event is "challenge by choice". You'll be invited, but never forced to participate.
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