*NEW* Story Sharing Blog Series
As part of our work to connect the outdoor sector in Nova Scotia, we are collecting stories and data to both highlight and celebrate the work helping people connect with nature. Our aim in communicating these stories is to share the impact of the outdoor projects and initiatives, to help amplify the good work taking place, and to allow these stories to educate and inform other practitioners. If you have a story to share please
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If you missed the Equipment Loan Share and Discuss check out the summary of the notes:
What the Outdoor Network Does
The Nova Scotia Outdoor Network, a project of Recreation Nova Scotia, is a coalition of the NS outdoor sector which will strengthen and support the outdoor community in our province through communication, sharing, collaboration and celebration. Its vision is an outdoor community meaningfully connected to one another, to resources and to learning and stewardship opportunities. Ultimately, the Outdoor Network aims to encourage Nova Scotians to get outside more often and participate in low-impact, nature-based activities.Its strategic directions include:
- Capacity Building
- Communications
- Skill Building, Leadership and Education
- Professional Networking and Development
- Research and Evaluation
- Advocacy
Download the pdf Nova Scotia Outdoor Network Strategic Plan (8.45 MB)
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-->What we've been working on: Theory of Change
In June of 2020, we gathered thoughts and ideas, along with other information as part of our strategic planning, and used that information to develop a Theory of Change model to help guide the work of the Nova Scotia Outdoor Network (NSON) leadership team.
Please take a look at what we developed: pdf Nova Scotia Outdoor Network Theory of Change (104 KB)
Feel free to provide any feedback or comments to
Key Priorities for 2022-23
- Annual Summit (Atlantic Outdoor Forum coming in 2023)
- Networking and development opportunities for practitioners
- Communications (including e-newsletter and social media)
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Who Leads the Outdoor Network?
The Outdoor Network Leadership Team (NSON LT) – acts as the governance and the sub-operations committee of Recreation Nova Scotia, and oversees the Outdoor Network. The NSON LT is made up of outdoor professionals from across the province.
Current Members of the NSON LT include:
- Janet Barlow (Chair) - Hike Nova Scotia
- Sandra Fraser - Province of Nova Scotia - Department of Natural Resources & Renewables
- Britt Vegsund - Municipality of the District of Lunenburg
- Lydia Kerr - Province of Nova Scotia (Regional Physical Activity Consultant)
- Anjeanette LeMay - Outdoor Education & Training Professional
With staff support from:
Graham Mounsey- Program Manager - Recreation Nova Scotia
Paul Tingley - Recreation Consultant - Province of Nova Scotia
Robyn Morris - Communications Manager - Recreation Nova Scotia
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