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OUR BACKSTORY

In 2019 the Outdoor Inclusion Coalition was founded to progress the pressing questions of diversity in the outdoor industry. Through collaborative approaches, the Coalition is at the forefront of making quality recreation experiences more accessible while reshaping urban recreation to be a pathway for greater exploration both professionally and recreationally. From our backstory stems our mission: to support Pennsylvanians through programs dedicated to attracting, engaging, and retaining underrepresented populations in the outdoor industry.

white tent on the lake near green trees and mountain under blue sky during daytime

ABOUT US

OUR VALUES

Facilitating and encouraging multi-sector engagement to elevate the industry

Collaboration

Connection

Elevating connections to people, place, and empowerment

Accessible Experiences

Mitigating barriers to quality outdoor experiences while nurturing care for the outdoors

Activation

Engaging community love for the outdoors while supporting in sustainable outdoor developments

Camping and Fishing

Equity & Inclusivity

Progressing continually towards a more just industry and outdoor community  

OUR TEAM

Marcus Shoffner the CEO of Outdoor Inclusion Coalition

Marcus Shoffner
President & CEO

Marcus entered the outdoor sector upon graduation, working in the for-profit sector managing an industry trade show before transitioning to focus on city and state outdoor initiatives. Marcus relocated to Pittsburgh in 2018 and activated his skillset on a local level. Soon after, he created the Outdoor Inclusion Coalition to create a collaborative space to grow the outdoor industry and communal greenspaces.

BOARD OF DIRECTORS

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