California Outdoor Recreation Partnership, 10051 Old Grove Road, San Diego, CA (2026)

02/24/2026

Excited to announce we are hosting our next Impact on Tap Happy Hour in San Diego on Thursday, March 12 from 5-7 pm !

Join California Outdoor Recreation Partnership, Outdoor Outreach, JuneShine, Seirus Innovation, and 1% for the Planet for an in-person social at JuneShine Scripps Ranch! This is the perfect chance to unwind, meet like-minded people, and enjoy some great vibes right here in San Diego. Whether you work in the non-profit world, outdoor industry, or are a supporter of conservation, climate change resiliency, and recreation on our public lands, you are welcome. Don’t miss out on a fun evening packed with good drinks and even better company!

Admission is free. Tickets do welcome a donation. If you are interested, donations will go towards equitable access to the outdoors and supporting our recreation economy in California.

Tickets available at: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/impact-on-tap-happy-hour-san-diego-tickets-1983885308362 (Link in Bio )

02/06/2026

Thank you to Alyssa Ravasio, Founder & CEO of Hipcamp, for taking the time to join us for the California Natural Resources Agency Outdoors For All event on Tuesday! It is always great to hear from and have the support of our member CEOs. Alyssa spoke on an Equitable Access panel led by Deputy Secretary for Federal Affairs Sara Aminzadeh alongside S.J. Joslin, Resources Legacy Fund California Director Alfredo Gonzalez, and Luis Villa, Executive Director of Latino Outdoors. It was a worthwhile conversation, moving, and honestly our favorite panel discussion to listen to recently. Thanks to the panelists and moderator for all the work you do to make California's public lands an example of !

Last photo is of Alyssa Ravasio with Danna Stroud, Associate Deputy Director at the Governor's Office of Business & Economic Development, and our Director Lexie Gritlefeld.

02/04/2026

It takes champions on the outside and inside of government to make positive change. Yesterday, California Outdoor Recreation Partnership Board Member Amy Betts from REI Co-op and our Director Lexie Gritlefeld had the chance to meet and thank California's First Partner Jennifer Siebel Newsom for her efforts and work behind standing up the Outdoors For All strategy, movement on the strategy plan for all Californians, and her dedication to funding and improving equitable access to the majestic gems of California State Parks. Keep making waves! 🌊

01/19/2026

Get to know the people behind California Outdoor Recreation Partnership and join our movement in 2026! Kenji Haroutunian is a founding Board member of CORP and has stepped into the role of Vice Chair for 2026.

Kenji is an independent agent for change focused on events and the great outdoors experience. Kenji got his start in the outdoor industry back when he accepted a job at LA-based retail shop Adventure16! Kenji’s acumen for business comes from 33-years in outdoor org management and teaching outdoor skills (including advanced climbing and wilderness navigation courses) during/after completing his Geography/Environmental Policy degree at UCLA. In 1999 he began working for Outdoor Retailer, building an authentic brand story and growing the business into one of the premier b2b shows in the world. In 2011 he was elevated to Vice President for Nielsen Expo, directing the Outdoor Sports group. Kenji has spearheaded industry-focused programs, like FundSource OR, the Project OR design competition, Green Steps, The OR Virtual Design Center, Backcountry Base Camp, and the Business of Backcountry Forums, all of which help attract core athletes, media and designers to the show and adds to the bottom line. A 2010 Access Fund ‘Sharp End’ awardee, Kenji serves on the Board of Directors of the Access Fund, is President Emeritus of the Friends Of Joshua Tree and current Executive Director and is a founding director of TeccSociety, an events-industry technology organization.

🌲 Why Join CORP in 2026?

- Powerful Advocacy: Support legislative efforts to increase funding for outdoor access infrastructure, trail maintenance, climate resilience for recreation areas, and establishing the backbone of a sustainable outdoor economy. Let’s do this!

- Exclusive Networking: Gain access to professional networking events, including our annual Basecamp gathering, where industry and policy leaders exchange ideas, and our annual Sacramento Summit, where we join together to advocate for outdoor recreation and industry issues.

- Policy Influence: Help lead the charge for a dedicated California Office of Outdoor Recreation to elevate the state's recreational map and economic opportunities

- Equity & Inclusion: Partner with organizations working to bring the outdoors to underserved and "park-poor" communities.

- Sustainability Partnerships: Leverage CORP’s status as a 1% for the Planet Environmental Partner and a member of the The Wildfire Solutions Coalition to align your business with global environmental accountability.

➡️ Become a CORP member today! CaliforniaOutdoor.org/Membership

01/19/2026

Get to know the people behind CORP and join us in 2026! Geneviève Marchand, MBA, PhD joined California Outdoor Recreation Partnership as a member in 2018 and was added to our Board of Directors in 2025.

Gen is a multipotentialite, workforce development specialist, and college professor at Cal Poly Humboldt with over 20 years of experience building inclusive career pathways in the outdoor industry. She is passionate about helping people connect intentionally to the outdoors. She began her career leading outdoor education trips in California, Colorado, and Utah. Originally from Québec, Canada, Gen now leads outdoor development initiatives on the North Coast, partnering with local community groups and employers to expand training and careers—especially in underserved communities. In her current role, she also serves as the academic field trip risk management specialist on campus.

🌲 Why Join CORP in 2026?

Powerful Advocacy: Support legislative efforts to increase funding for outdoor access infrastructure, trail maintenance, climate resilience for recreation areas, and establishing the backbone of a sustainable outdoor economy. Let’s do this!

Exclusive Networking: Gain access to professional networking events, including our annual Basecamp gathering, where industry and policy leaders exchange ideas, and our annual Sacramento Summit, where we join together to advocate for outdoor recreation and industry issues.

Policy Influence: Help lead the charge for a dedicated California Office of Outdoor Recreation to elevate the state's recreational map and economic opportunities

Equity & Inclusion: Partner with organizations working to bring the outdoors to underserved and "park-poor" communities.

Sustainability Partnerships: Leverage CORP’s status as a 1% for hte Planet Environmental Partner and a member of the Wildfire Solutions Coalition to align your business with global environmental accountability.

➡️ Become a CORP member today! CaliforniaOutdoor.org/Membership

01/15/2026

🌲 Why Join CORP in 2026?

Powerful Advocacy: Support legislative efforts to increase funding for outdoor access infrastructure, trail maintenance, climate resilience for recreation areas, and establishing the backbone of a sustainable outdoor economy. Let’s do this!

Exclusive Networking: Gain access to professional networking events, including our annual Basecamp gathering, where industry and policy leaders exchange ideas, and our annual Sacramento Summit, where we join together to advocate for outdoor recreation and industry issues.

Policy Influence: Help lead the charge for a dedicated California Office of Outdoor Recreation to elevate the state's recreational map and economic opportunities

Equity & Inclusion: Partner with organizations working to bring the outdoors to underserved and "park-poor" communities.

Sustainability Partnerships: Leverage CORP’s status as a 1% for the Planet Environmental Partner and a member of the Wildfire Solutions Coalition to align your business with global environmental accountability.

Membership is open to: manufacturers, suppliers, retailers, guide services, tech, outdoor non-profit organizations, land trusts, government agencies, destination marketing organizations, individuals, and more!

➡️ Become a CORP member today! https://www.californiaoutdoor.org/membership

12/17/2025

Programming at our 4th Annual Basecamp kicked off in partnership with with TCA Board Member Ben MacAskill, President & COO of / . Ben presented a Brands for Public Lands Workshop for our members and covered how TCA is working to push back against the Federal Administration on public lands roll backs like Chuckwalla National Monument and standing up against repealing the USFS Roadless Rule and BLM Public Lands Rule. These initiatives are not only important for conservation, but outdoor recreation protection is a key focus as well.

After partnering with TCA on the launch of our Impact on Tap Happy Hour series, this was our third event we partnered with TCA on and we are excited to see where the partnership continues in 2026. Thanks to TCA for sending Ben and to Ben for lending his time and knowledge to us at Basecamp!

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12/16/2025

Cheers and highlighted thanks to our beer sponsor for sponsoring our 4th Annual Basecamp in Carmel Valley in October! This holiday season, choose T**a T**a Brewing Company for their support of organizations like ours through . Good vibes, great beer! 🍻

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12/09/2025

In case you didn't know, California Outdoor Recreation Partnership joined 1% for the Planet as an Environmental Partner Non-Profit back in 2021! This partnership is intended to advance our impact as well as involve more businesses in the environmental movement. This means that your business can donate to California Outdoor Recreation Partnership as part of your 1% for the Planet donation allocation.

1% for the Planet is an accountability partner for businesses that are ready to reject business as usual and give back to environmental partners making a difference around the globe. Started in 2002 by Yvon Chouinard, founder of Patagonia, and Craig Mathews, founder of Blue Ribbon Flies, their members have given hundreds of millions of dollars to environmental partners to date.

$823M+ TOTAL CERTIFIED GIVING

110+ COUNTRIES REPRESENTED

4,424+ BUSINESS MEMBERS

7,265+ ENVIRONMENTAL PARTNERS

“The intent of 1% for the Planet is to help fund these diverse environmental organizations so that collectively they can be a more powerful source in solving the world’s problems,” writes Yvone Chouinard, co-founder of 1% for the Planet and Founder of Patagonia.

Learn more by viewing our profile here: https://directories.onepercentfortheplanet.org/profile/california-outdoor-recreation-partnership

Remember to select us as part of your non-profit support!

10/30/2025

Register Now >> https://forms.gle/a4tLoqquGvUrc1zy5

Join California Outdoor Recreation Partnership for a webinar about how to create, implement, and grow an Office of Outdoor Recreation! We will have guest speaker Jason Curry, Director of the Utah Division of Outdoor Recreation (DOR). Governor Herbert created Utah's Office of Outdoor Recreation January 2013 as a result of the large contribution the industry plays in Utah's economy. It was the first Office of Outdoor Recreation in the country! As part of DNR, DOR combines the nation’s first Office of Outdoor Recreation with other state recreation management programs, including Utah’s Boating Program, Off-Highway Vehicle (OHV) Program, and recreation rangers. DOR’s focus areas include recreational access; safety and education; stewardship and sustainable visitation; and economic growth and opportunity through outdoor recreation.

Speaker:

Jason Curry - Director, Utah Division of Outdoor Recreation (DOR) - Curry was appointed Director of DOR in December 2022. Prior to DOR, Curry served as deputy director of the Division of Forestry Fire and State Lands, overseeing six state area offices, the division’s law enforcement program, public affairs, and its safety program. Before being promoted to deputy director, he was the division’s public information officer and chief investigator. He also served many years on the Davis County Search and Rescue Team. Curry started his career with the DNR in 1999 as a public affairs coordinator, where he served for eight years orchestrating public information and branding for the department. He graduated from the University of Utah with a bachelor’s degree in economics. Jason resides in Bountiful, Utah with his wife and two children. He enjoys mountain biking, skiing, OHV and snowmobile riding, rock climbing, camping, sailing and just about any other form of outdoor recreation.

Moderator: Lexie Gritlefeld, Director, California Outdoor Recreation Partnership

Register on the form and a calendar invite will be sent: https://forms.gle/a4tLoqquGvUrc1zy5 (Link In Bio)

10/14/2025

Thank you to the California Natural Resources Agency and State Parks for meeting today to discuss innovative ways on how we can approach outdoor access and support our outdoor economy!

Thank you to Undersecretary Keali'i Bright, Deputy Secretary Megan Mekelburg, Director Armando Quintero, Deputy Director Chief Deputy Director Alex Stehl, Matt Lyon from HydraPak, Gen Marchand from Cal Poly Humboldt, Amy Betts at REI Co-op, Katie Hawkins from Outdoor Alliance, Lexie Gritlefeld from CORP, and Michael Anzalone from CAMTB (not pictured) for making it in person and thanks to everyone else who joined us on Teams, especially representatives from Colorado, Vermont, Pennsylvania, and Utah.

We are looking forward to moving forward towards implementation on many of these ideas. For now, enjoy the rain or snow - depending on where you are heading!

10/09/2025

Join for our 4th Annual California Basecamp and Annual Membership Meeting!

Purchase tickets and accomodations at link in bio!

Join us for our 4th Annual Basecamp from 4 pm on Wednesday, October 22 to 11 am on Friday, October 24, 2025 taking place in Carmel Valley, just outside of the City of Carmel-by-the-Sea! This is an opportunity for California's outdoor industry and partners to come together to explore ideas, discuss issues impacting the industry, network with each other, and reconnect with the outdoors. The theme of Basecamp this year is Environmental Responsibility is Business Resilience. Take a break from your desk and revive yourself in the positive changemaking work we are doing as an industry.

Program includes:
- Keynote Dinner with Assemblymember Dawn Addis, bill author of Fashion Environmental Accountability Act;
- Brands for Public Lands Advocacy Workshop by The Conservation Alliance, presented by Ben MacAskill - President, COO @ SmugMug & Flickr;
- Fireside Chat with J.J. Huggins, PR & Communications at Patagonia and Matt Lyon, CEO of HydraPak, LLC and Board Chair of California Outdoor Recreation Partnership;
- Outdoor Industry Trends Report by Hannah Wintucky, Government Affairs Manager at Outdoor Industry Association;
- Panel Discussions on hot industry topics like camping access policy, economy and rural outdoor jobs, and sustainability in business;
- Talks by outdoor industry leaders;
- Membership Annual Meeting;
- Roundtable Discussion on the Future of an Office of Equitable Access and Outdoor Economy in California;
- Outdoor activities like hiking, biking, guided meditation, and nature walks;
- Networking time at breakfast, lunch, and happy hours, and more!

We are grateful to our sponsors for the event: Hipcamp, HydraPak, Patagonia, REI Co-op, Founded Outdoors, Eagles Nest Outfitters, Inc, JuneShine, T**a T**a Brewing Co., Folktale Winery & Vineyards, Bernardus Winery, and poppi Soda.

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