Our Story

It started with a teacher and a vision.

In 2012, a teacher for Cincinnati Public Schools had an idea: what would happen if we took students on an outdoor adventure?

Soon after, a small group of local teens and teachers from Hughes High School ventured out on the Little Miami River for a five-mile float, sharing canoes, lunch, and a transformative experience.

Since that first paddling trip, Adventure Crew has grown to serve a roster of almost 1,000 students in Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky, providing monthly adventures for city teens at no cost.

Inspired by our natural world, Adventure Crew sees a future where all city teens experience the empowering and therapeutic effects of a outdoor adventure. Where fear is conquered, confidence is gained and peace of mind is discovered.