OCLB Info

Welcome to the Great Outdoors TOUCH & GO BASECAMP.

We at the Orange County / Long Beach chapter (OCLB) are here to help you navigate your way to new adventures.

We’re a welcoming crew of LGBTQIA+ folks and allies who's mission is to discover new places, create fun experience, and make new friends along the way.

Whether you’re into hiking in nature, walking in parks or museums, or just attending social events, we’ve got something for you.

New visitors are invited to 'Be Our Guest' on your first adventure — membership is not required!

Check out all our upcoming
adventures being created below!

Visit often!
Events are always being added.

By joining one chapter, you have access
to all notifications from all chapters.
From San Diego to Santa Barbara!

	OCLB EVENTS Orange County / Long Beach Chapter Events Page! Hikes - Campouts - Backpacking - Day Events - Social Events - Meetings - Past Events
	ALL EVENTS All Chapters Events Page! All Hikes - All Campouts - All Backpacking - All Social Events - All Meetings - Training
	EVENTS BY CHAPTER What is Your Chapter Up To? Los Angeles, Palm Springs, San Diego, Santa Barbara/ Ventura County
	JOIN US Membership is only $25 annually! Not ready to commit? Subscribe to our email list.
	FACEBOOK POSTS Check out all our past adventures and topical articles we share.
	INSTAGRAM Another great way to stay up on upcoming events.
	CONTACT US Share your concerns and ideas! We are always looking for new things to do!
	OCLB OFFICERS Become a really active member and join our board!
	ABOUT US Visit our corporate page that explains it all.
	PAST NEWSLETTERS This is a work in progress to bring back our rich archives!
	OUR HISTORY Learn about our heritage!
	TOP 10 ESSENTIALS This list is the gold standard!
	RED CROSS FIRST AID Who better to advise than Red Cross!
	MEMBER FORMS Members Only!

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Inclusion Statement

Great Outdoors is committed to providing outdoor recreation opportunities for everyone, including those who have felt marginalized or excluded. Nature is nurturing, and so are we. We strive for inclusion within our community. If you know of ways we could improve our accessibility, please reach out and explore them with us!

Join us and become part of a community that values adventure, friendship, and inclusivity. Discover the Great Outdoors!

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