Teach ME Outside is a collaborative project that supports and works in partnership with Maine communities to ensure that all Maine youth have access to powerful, hands-on environmental learning opportunities.

Building on the results of the 2019 and 2022 Census of Community-Based Outdoor and Environmental Learning, this initiative focuses on reducing barriers and sharing creative community-designed solutions to increase schools’ and organizations’ ability to implement community-based environmental learning (CBEL). This website is designed to share resources and opportunities for professional learning, data sharing, systemic reform, networking, and partnership support. 

Share your stories and look for other opportunities to provide feedback and contribute to this effort! 

Census Report Now Available! 

Click here to read the 2022 Census Report and Case Studies

Thank you to everyone who attended the Celebration of Outdoor Learning at the Maine Statehouse on February 27! 

Featured Resource:

Check out this video showcasing environmental and outdoor learning in Maine. The Teach ME Outside initiative shows that Maine communities and organizations can work together to ensure that all Maine youth have access to powerful, hands-on environmental learning opportunities. Please use this video to communicate the importance of this type of education for youth in your programs and communities!