It Starts with a Campfire
About Overland Youth
Helping youth grow stronger, braver, and more connected—through nature.
Overland Youth is a Nebraska-based nonprofit dedicated to empowering youth through outdoor adventure, mentorship, and hands-on life skills.
We work with young people of all backgrounds—some who’ve never been camping or felt like they belonged—and create experiences that build confidence, leadership, and connection to the land and to others.
Whether it’s learning to pitch a tent, start a fire, navigate a trail, or take responsibility for camp setup, every Overland Youth program is designed to help youth grow in courage, character, and community.
Our Philosophy
Nature is a teacher, challenge is an opportunity, and every young person deserves to feel strong, capable, and connected.
Why It Matters
Many youth today feel disconnected—from nature, from others, and sometimes even from themselves. We believe that a sleeping bag under the stars or a shared task around a campfire can change that.
Through real responsibilities, guided mentorship, and nature-based learning, we help youth:
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Step into leadership
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Try new things
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Gain life skills
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And feel like they matter
Be Part of It
Overland Youth thrives because people believe in something bigger.
You can:
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Volunteer at an event or help prep gear
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Sponsor a camper or donate outdoor supplies
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Partner with us as a business or landowner
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Nominate a youth who could benefit
Together, we can raise a generation that’s grounded, resilient, and ready to explore the world—and their own potential.
What We Teach
We teach more than outdoor skills—we teach confidence, leadership, and resilience.
Through every hike, tent setup, and campfire conversation, youth in our program learn:
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How to lead and follow
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How to work as a team
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How to adapt when things go wrong
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How to take care of the land and each other
These aren’t just camp skills—they’re life skills. And we believe they’re essential.
Who We Serve
Any young person looking for connection, challenge, and purpose.
We focus on youth who:
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Crave something real, beyond screens and social pressure
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Want to learn new skills and build confidence outdoors
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Need a safe space to grow, lead, and just be themselves
Whether they’ve never camped before or already love the outdoors, we meet youth where they are—and walk with them as they grow.
Join the Journey
Be the first to know when our adventures begin.
We’re building something bold—and we want to know who’s ready to be part of it.
Whether you:
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Have a young person who would thrive in our programs
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Want to volunteer or lead
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Can donate gear or sponsor a future camper
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Or just want to stay in the loop
Let us know you're interested. We’ll reach out when it’s time to hit the trail.
