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San Diego ICO is completely volunteer run.

Inspiring Connections Outdoors (ICO) is a community outreach program of the Sierra Club dedicated to helping urban youth discover the outdoors. ICO provides adult supervision, equipment, food and transportation for exploring local natural treasures in San Diego County, hosting camping trips in the surrounding mountains and desert, and distant adventures to places such as Joshua Tree National Park and Sedona, Arizona.

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San Diego ICO is completely volunteer run. The program commenced in November 2001 and has 5 active leaders serving 11 agencies with about 20 volunteers.
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ICO conducts outdoor trips in partnership with schools and community groups throughout the San Diego Area. We serve youth of all ages from diverse communities and backgrounds.

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San Diego ICO is completely volunteer-driven. Your donation goes directly to fund outings for the kids.
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