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We are proud to be recognized as a 2025 "trusted and critical small nonprofit in the Greater Washington region" by SpurLocal
​(formerly Catalogue for Philanthropy)
Urban Adventure Squad (UAS) is a Washington, D.C.-based 501(c)(3) non-profit education organization. We support schools and communities with neighborhood-based, hands-on learning programs that focus on the outdoors and use the city as a classroom. We partner with schools, other non-profit organizations, and community groups to connect students to their neighborhoods with cross-curricular, standards-aligned activities relating to science, history, math, art, engineering, and writing, and to train teachers in outdoor learning. We also offer full-day programs during out-of-school time, like on professional development days and federal holidays, as well as during school breaks.

RETURNING FAMILIES: Shortcut to UltraCamp
NEW FAMILIES: Create an account in our registration database. For program info and how to create an account, visit Full Day Programs.

WE'RE HIRING! Spread the word by sharing our Job Opportunity.

SUMMER REGISTRATION IS OPEN There are a few more spots left in our summer programs, rising 2nd-8th grade. Find dates, locations, and themes on our Summer Programs page.

DONORS We need your help to support equitable access to our programs. Your donations support scholarships, free access to our programs when scholarships are not enough, instructional materials, and snacks. Please consider a monthly or one-time donation of any amount: Donate

THE EASTERN RED-BACKED SALAMANDER: OFFICIAL AMPHIBIAN OF D.C. Check out the testimony of UAS Founder and Executive Director Elana Mintz, who voices her support for this incredible environmental education effort started by DCPS elementary school students. Click here to read.

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AMAZON WISH LIST #SupportYourSquad by purchasing much needed program supplies like hand warmers, Band-Aids, compasses, calculators, markers, and measuring tapes. Check out our wish list!

Did you know we're part of the D.C. Coalition for Equitable Outdoor Education? 

We are Urban Learning and Teaching Center, commonly known as Urban Adventure Squad. 
We're a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization based in Washington, D.C. 
Tax identification number (EIN): 81-3314763 
To make a tax-deductible donation: www.urbanadventuresquad.org/donate 
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  • Home
  • DONATIONS
    • Donate
  • Outdoor Programs
    • Full Day Programs >
      • logistics/what to bring
    • Summer Programs >
      • High School Volunteers
      • Kenilworth Aquatic Gardens
    • Partnerships >
      • Past Partnerships
    • Tick Protocol
  • Resources
    • The Anacostia Watershed through Children's Eyes
    • Ten Things to Do Outdoors in DC!
    • Guide to Outdoor Learning
    • Black History in D.C.
    • Land Acknowledgement
    • Outdoor Learning Ideas
    • Geocaching D.C.'s Waterways >
      • Activities for the Classroom or Home
      • Go PLAY! (Find Our Geocaches)
    • D.C.'s Hidden Waterways >
      • Squad Waterway Cleanup
      • In-classroom activities
      • Field trips
      • Resources to learn more >
        • Hands-on Activities
    • Environmental Justice with Middle Schoolers >
      • Activities for the Classroom or Home
  • About
    • Who we are >
      • UAS BOARD
      • UAS STAFF
      • UAS documents >
        • UAS Annual Report 2021
        • UAS Annual Report 2020
        • UAS Annual Report 2019
        • UAS Annual Report 2018
        • UAS Annual Report 2017 >
          • UAS Financial Report 2017
        • UAS Annual Report 2016
        • ULTC governance docs
    • The Squad in the News
    • Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
    • Contact Us >
      • Join our email list
    • Job opportunity: Part-time educator