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136 Volunteers
41 Outdoor Passions
Hiking, rockhounding, metal detecting, fishing, foraging - land & sea, gold panning, clamming, lobstering, skiing, snowshoeing, camping, canoeing, running, kayaking, boating - power & sail, hunting, shed (deer antler) hunting, cycling, mountain biking, birding, ice skating, ice fishing, rock climbing, golf, disc golf, surfing, geocaching, tide-pooling, antique bottle hunting, tennis, badminton, pickleball, handball, winter mountaineering, snowboarding, skateboarding, scuba diving, snorkeling, fly fishing, fly tying, tree, mammal, fish, and plant identification, trail cams, map & compass, smelting (tidal rivers) and more - all delivered by people who want to pass on their love of the outdoors!
 Did You Know
A huge rise in screen time and lack of outdoor time is deteriorating kids' physical and mental health.
Who Introduced You to the Outdoors?
Our founder has spent 42 years introducing people to outdoor passions.
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Who Loves Passion For Life?
Kids, Parents & Schools
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We are so grateful to I Love the Outdoors for sharing their passion with Scarborough Middle School students. Through hands-on enrichment activities like ice fishing, shed hunting, surfing, and skiing, students are gaining real-world experiences that spark curiosity, confidence, and a love for learning beyond the classroom. Their passion for the outdoors and for life itself shines through everything they do.
- Principal Kathy Tirrell, Asst Principal Chris Murphy, Jorie Kasper & Jennefer Landez
Scarborough Middle School

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We loved having Allagash George and his volunteers visit our school to teach the students about rock hounding and geocaching.  These activities were perfect for kids ages pre-K to grade 6 at our school and it was amazing to come together as a community and enjoy the outdoors together.

- Emily Polny, Enrichment Coordinator - Georgetown Central School

 

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We are incredibly grateful to Passion For Life for their continued support and commitment to our students. Their ice fishing program was engaging, informative, and thoughtfully coordinated every step of the way.

- Erin Yates, Lee/Winn Elementary & Mount Jefferson High School

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Passion for Life (I LOVE THE OUTDOORS) changes kids’ life trajectories. When we invest in experiences that ignite curiosity and grit, we’re not just funding a program – we’re building resilient, capable young people who believe they belong in this world. We are granting experiences to those who otherwise wouldn't have them – allowing them to discover new passions they'll hold for life. 
- Shane Smith, Mountain Valley Community School​​​​​​​​​​
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George and his team were amazing teachers with a wealth of knowledge and patience that made the experience an unforgettable one for both me and my son.
- Regina Montefeltri, Single Parent - Scarborough

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The kids loved George and immediately wanted him back.

He kept them fully engaged and did a great job simplifying what for many is a complicated topic.

- Christina Byther, Teacher - Westbrook High School Compass Academy

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My son left the experience being the happiest I had seen him in a long while.  On the way home he commented, “This was the best day ever!”  Thank you, George!
- Simone Yamauchi, Single Parent - Kennebunk
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If it weren’t for my dad introducing me to the great outdoors, I wouldn’t be the person I am today.
I don’t think there’s anything more valuable, more life changing, than getting kids off electronics and into nature.  And there’s so much here in our backyard that most kids never discover.
- Joe Capozza, Volunteer - Falmouth
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I was interested in everything he talked about and would like him to come back.
- 9th Grade Student
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Thank you so much for an amazing club and for providing us with incredible resources! We are so grateful for you and your team of volunteers!

- Emily Polny, Enrichment Coordinator - Georgetown Central School

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