OTHER WAYS TO SUPPORT OUR PROGRAMS

 

Gear Donations

We are currently accepting donations of outdoor gear to enhance the experiences of Take a Hike youth. Your generous contribution of brand new or "excellent condition" outdoor gear is highly valued and plays a vital role in keeping youth comfortable and ready to foster positive relationships with nature and each other.

By donating, you become a crucial part of our mission to provide an enriching and supportive environment for youth. Join us in creating lasting memories and empowering the next generation through the gift of land-based learning.

We are accepting new and excellent condition:

  • Expedition Backpacks (60L+)

  • Hiking boots

  • Rain jackets

  • Stuff Sacks & Compression Sacks

  • Sleeping bags (down or synthetic), 0 degrees or lower

  • Sunhats

  • Sunglasses

  • Hiking poles

  • Tarps

  • 2-3 person tents (preference to light-ultralight, packs less than 20L)

  • Day packs

  • Outerwear (rain jackets, base layers, mid-layers, hiking pants etc.)

 

Winter Gear:

  • Microspikes

  • Snowshoes

  • Winter boots

  • Winter jackets

  • Fleece pants/tights

  • Wool Socks

  • Waterproof Gloves/Mittens

  • Toques

 

Water-Based Sports:

  • Dry Bags (5L, 10L, 20L)

Please email us at volunteer@takeahikefoundation.org if you are generously donating the above items.

 

We support sending any donations that don't fit into the above description to these organizations below:

  • Your local public school outdoor education program

  • Local stores that run philanthropy or stewardship projects

  • Your local Mountain Biking Association

  • Local Affinity Spaces for BIPOC, LGBTQISA2+, and women, queer & non-binary folks

 

 Other Ways To Contribute To Programs

Unable to contribute gear? No problem! Explore the option of donating unique "experiences" to our programs. Whether you're a company or an individual eager to provide opportunities, your support can make a significant impact. Discover ways to enrich our programs and create lasting memories for Take a Hike youth. Your generosity goes beyond physical donations— it becomes an investment in transformative experiences. Join us in shaping futures through meaningful contributions.

Experience examples:

  • ZipTrek

  • Bike Rentals

  • Kayak Lessons & Rentals

  • Hive Climbing (2hrs of instruction for a class, or 10 punch pass to be used by students outside of school)

  • Treetop Trekking

  • Wheelchair Basketball

  • Cross Country skiing (Cypress, Silverstar, etc.)

  • Aquarium

  • Science World

  • Van Dusen Gardens

  • Trail Building ($250)

  • Bird watching

 

We also invite folks in our community to share with students. If you have experience working with vulnerable youth and have knowledge or an applicable skill to share, please email us at volunteer@takeahikefoundation.org.