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Grow Stronger Through Adventure

Nature is a great equalizer. Environmental Traveling Companions (ETC) opens the world of outdoor adventure to people with disabilities and youth from under-resourced backgrounds.

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Paddle Your Way Through Nature

Sea kayaking inspires us to connect with nature in an intimate way. Paddle through the waves or relax and observe the beauty of the bay with its diverse marine habitat.

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Experience Whitewater Rafting

Hold on to your paddle and let the adventure begin! Whether rafting through exciting whitewater or resting in calm pools, the river takes you on a journey full of magical memories.

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Build Leadership
Skills

Build leadership skills, learn about environmental justice and stewardship in a diverse community of young leaders. Join ETC’s Youth LEAD Program!

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Glide through
a Winter Wonderland

Join ETC for a magical winter adventure along the ski trails of Bear Valley, followed by relaxed time with friends around the fire in a cozy cabin.

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Changing Lives for Over Four Decades

Adventuring through thousands of miles
on rivers, bays, and trails, our participants and partners tell it best.

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Who We Are

ETC’s passionate and talented team brings
dreams of adventure to life.

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Community, One Story at a Time

Read about ETC’s tales of transformation as our participants explore the great outdoors.

Gracie and Posie wear PFDs with the Bay behind them.

Introducing Gracie and Posie!

ETC is delighted to introduce the new leaders of our Sea Kayak program!…
Lili kayaking at the Sea Trek Regatta

A Spotlight on Liliana Beleche

Liliana ‘Lili’ Beleche loves the ETC Youth LEAD Program (YLP) because she’s found…

Get to Know New Executive Director Aimee Good!

Kayaking in the San Francisco and Tomales Bays has brought ETC’s new Executive…
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Getting Involved, Change Lives

We know that one size doesn’t fit all. ETC offers tons of ways for you to join our community and make a difference. Donate. Become a Volunteer. Host a Fundraising Trip. Sponsor an Event. Together, we’ll find the perfect fit for you.

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