ABOUT US
At The Luck Association, we believe the outdoors has the power to change lives.
We’re a nonprofit dedicated to introducing youth and families to fresh air, new skills, and life-changing experiences. Through fishing, archery, hiking, camping, and conservation, we teach more than just outdoor activities — we build confidence, motivation, and self-worth.
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Our Mission is Simple:
Get kids and families outside. Teach them something new. Help them grow.
We’re here to pass down knowledge, spark curiosity, and connect generations to nature’s healing power — one trail, cast, and campfire at a time.
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Join us in building stronger, healthier communities through the great outdoors.
WHAT WE DO
Opening the Outdoors for Every Family
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At TLA, we believe nature should be for everyone — not just the lucky few. That’s why we connect underprivileged youth and families with life-changing outdoor experiences like hunting, fishing, camping, kayaking, hiking, and conservation.
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Through hands-on programs, dedicated volunteers, and powerful partnerships, we do more than just explore the wild — we build confidence, teach skills, and spark lifelong connections to the outdoors.
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This isn’t just recreation. This is transformation.
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WHY DO WE MATTER?
Closing the Nature Gap — One Family at a Time
Too many kids and families in underserved communities are missing out on something vital: time in nature.
They face real barriers — no green spaces nearby, no transportation, no gear, and no one to show them the way. This “Nature Gap” isn’t just about missing a hike or a camping trip. It means missing out on health, confidence, connection, and opportunity.
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The Luck Group is here to change that.
We open the door to the outdoors through programs that make activities like hunting, fishing, hiking, kayaking, camping, and conservation accessible — no experience or equipment needed.
Our mission is to break down the barriers that keep people from nature, including:
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Lack of access to parks and green spaces
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No transportation or outdoor gear
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Fear of wildlife or getting lost
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Uncertainty about where to go or how to start
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No community to go with
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Limited time or know-how to plan activities
We don’t just create fun experiences — we build confidence, skills, and lasting bonds.
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Why It Matters
Spending time outside isn’t just good — it’s transformative. It helps:
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Improve physical, mental, and emotional health
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Build resilience and self-confidence
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Reduce anxiety and stress
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Strengthen family connections
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Boost academic performance and focus
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Inspire curiosity and critical thinking
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Open doors to outdoor careers
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Everyone deserves access to nature.
The Luck Group is working every day to make sure no one gets left out. Because the outdoors should belong to all of us — not just the lucky few.
HOW WE DO IT
​Together, We Make the Outdoors Possible
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With the support of generous sponsors, businesses, organizations, grants, fundraisers, and individuals, The Luck Group equips youth and families with the gear and guidance they need to confidently explore the outdoors.
We focus on communities that have historically been left out of nature — underrepresented, underserved, and overlooked by the outdoor industry. We're here to change that.
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What We Do It:
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Hands-On Learning: We teach outdoor skills through real experiences — fishing, hiking, camping, and more — all in safe, supportive environments.
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Family First: We help families build strong bonds through shared time in nature, creating traditions that last across generations.
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Breaking Barriers, Building Futures: We work with diverse volunteers, partners, and sponsors to open doors to outdoor careers, higher education, and environmental leadership.
Meet The Founders
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