Monthly inspiration and a curated list of outdoor learning resources that are curriculum-connected and age-level specific
Access to seasonal virtual gatherings and professional development events
20% off Take Me Outside Apparel + 5% off at the Outdoor Learning School & Store
A certificate of participation and chances to win prizes for you and your learners each month
A space to connect and share ideas with educators across North America
The Learning Challenge invites educators across North America to commit to taking their learners outside at least once a week from September to June. You won’t be doing it alone – you’ll have support from us and a growing network of fellow educators who are embracing outdoor learning too.
Outdoor learning is engaging, safe, and fun – and it comes with a wide range of physical, mental, and emotional health benefits for both students and educators. Whether you’re in a public school, childcare centre, or post-secondary setting, this challenge is designed to be simple, flexible, and rewarding
| Name | Hours |
|---|---|
| September Learner Participation | 445,744 Hours |
| Megan Jackson | 212,000 Hours |
| Frontenac Public School | 48,450 Hours |
| The Overfield School | 32,000 Hours |
| Wedgewood Junior School | 25,200 Hours |
| Nicole DeLory | 21,032 Hours |
| Nicole Clement | 18,088 Hours |
| Claudia Chandler | 13,560 Hours |
| Advanced Learning Academy Primary | 10,560 Hours |
| D\'Arcy Davis | 4,500 Hours |
1. Sign up!
Register for the Take Me Outside for Learning Challenge to get started. Signing up also includes automatic participation in Take Me Outside Day this October!
2. Commit to getting outside weekly.
Set a goal of at least one hour per week outdoors with your learners. Whether it’s class time, recess, lunch, or field trips – it all counts! Each month, we will add 1 hour a week for the total number of learners signed up; feel like going outside more? Submit your extra hours for a chance to win even more prizes and for a chance to find yourself on the outdoor learning leader board!
3. Share your journey for a chance to win awesome class prizes!!
Share your Learning Challenge moments with us by clicking here. Each month we will pick a learning challenge moment to feature in our monthly mailout. You can also share on social media using #LearningChallenge, or email us your stories and photos!
4. Spread the word.
Invite your colleagues to join! Together, we can make outdoor learning a regular part of education across North America.
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2024-25 Prizes Winners:
Emily Dolson (Ontario) - Grand Prize #1: $500 Gift Card to the Outdoor Learning School and Store donated by Pac FUNS
Winner: Emily Dolson (Ontario)
Jennifer Bibby (Ontario) - Grand Prize #2: Complimentary Conference Registration for the 2026 Outdoor Learning Conference!
