Actively Recruiting

Join Europe's outdoor
innovation network

We're building a founding network of outdoor centres, schools, and academic institutions. This is your chance to shape pan-European outdoor innovation from day one.

Outdoor Centres

France · UK · Belgium · Luxembourg · Germany · Netherlands · Denmark · Ireland

We're seeking established outdoor activity centres to join our network as delivery partners. Your centre becomes part of a pan-European ecosystem — gaining access to new client streams, shared research, and innovative programme design.

What you gain

New revenue through coordinated bookings from schools and groups
Co-developed innovative programmes with research backing
Brand visibility as part of a pan-European network
Access to startup incubator innovations and pilot programmes
Shared best practices with centres across eight countries

Schools & Educators

All European countries welcome

We're looking for schools interested in outdoor learning expeditions — curriculum-linked residential trips to our partner centres, cross-border exchange programmes, and outdoor education training for teachers.

What you gain

Curated, curriculum-aligned outdoor learning experiences
Cross-border school exchanges with European partner schools
Teacher CPD in outdoor pedagogy
Evidence-based programmes with measurable learning outcomes
Competitive group pricing through our network

Academic Institutions

Research partnerships across Europe

We're building research partnerships with universities and institutions to study the impact of outdoor experiences on health, learning, and environmental behaviour. Help us build the evidence base that drives policy and practice.

What you gain

Access to real-world testing environments across eight countries
Diverse participant populations for longitudinal studies
Co-publication opportunities in outdoor innovation research
Funding collaboration on EU and national grants
Direct pathway from research findings to practical application

Nature Therapists & Practitioners

Ecotherapists · Forest therapy guides · Nature-based counsellors

We're seeking qualified nature therapists and practitioners to collaborate on developing and testing evidence-based interventions. Whether you work in ecotherapy, forest bathing, wilderness counselling, or green care, we want to build alongside you.

What you gain

Co-design and pilot new nature therapy approaches
Access to diverse participant groups and field settings
Collaboration with academic partners to validate your work
Visibility within our European practitioner network
Contribute to the evidence base shaping policy and funding

Municipalities & Regional Governments

Local authorities · Regional bodies · Public administrations

We're seeking partnerships with municipalities and regional governments who want to expand outdoor and nature-based provision for their communities. From supporting the Mobile Youth Camp Infrastructure Library to co-funding outdoor access initiatives, local authorities are central to our regional delivery model.

What you gain

Co-develop outdoor access programmes for local communities
Support youth organisations and schools in your region
Partner on the Mobile Youth Camp Infrastructure Library deployment
Access EOIL research and evidence for policy development
Strengthen regional outdoor and nature-based health provision

Youth Groups & Organisations

Youth clubs · Scouts · Community groups · Youth charities

We're looking to connect with youth groups, clubs, and community organisations who want to bring more outdoor and residential experiences to the young people they work with. Whether through Pathways Europe, the Camp Infrastructure Library, or bespoke programme support, we want to help you get your groups outdoors.

What you gain

Access affordable outdoor residential experiences through Pathways Europe
Benefit from shared camp equipment through the Infrastructure Library
Collaborate on pilot programmes and new outdoor models
Connect with a pan-European network of youth outdoor providers
Receive programme support and outdoor education resources

Adventure Tourism Organisations

Operators · Destinations · Industry bodies · Tech providers

We're looking to partner with organisations across the adventure tourism sector — from operators facing climate pressures to platforms working on booking infrastructure. Help us test new models, pilot interoperability solutions, and shape the future of a more resilient sector.

What you gain

Participate in climate-adaptive itinerary pilots
Test and co-develop cross-border booking solutions
Access innovation funding for sector resilience projects
Influence industry standards and interoperability frameworks
Connect with a European network of operators and destinations
Geographic Reach

Eight countries, one network

We're recruiting outdoor centres across these eight countries to create a diverse, accessible network of outdoor experiences.

France

Alps, Pyrenees, Atlantic coast, rural heartland

United Kingdom

Lake District, Scottish Highlands, Welsh valleys

Belgium

Ardennes forests, Wallonia, Flemish countryside

Luxembourg

Müllerthal, Moselle valley, Our Valley

Germany

Black Forest, Bavarian Alps, Saxon Switzerland

Netherlands

Veluwe, Hoge Veluwe, Frisian Islands, dunes

Ireland

Wild Atlantic Way, Wicklow Mountains, Burren

Ready to become a founding partner?

Join the European Outdoor Innovation Lab at the ground floor. Help us shape the future of outdoor experiences in Europe.