Upcoming Trips for Outlandish!

Please note: Outlandish! is an outdoor wellness program, not a youth therapy service.

Forest Bathing at Glen Canyon Park

When: Saturday, September 12

Time: TBD

  • Ages 13-18

  • Where: Glen Canyon Park

  • Difficulty: Easy

  • What to bring:

    • Clothing appropriate for the weather (fog or shine)

    • Sunblock

    • Water

    • Packed lunch (we will provide some extra snacks)

    • Sturdy footwear (no flip flops)

    What to expect

    • We will be partnering again with our friends from the LGBT Center’s Youthphoria group to participate in a calming day of forest bathing. According to Wikipedia, forest bathing is “…a practice or process of therapeutic relaxation where one spends time in a forest or natural atmosphere, focusing on sensory engagement to connect with nature.” We could all use therapeutic time in nature these days. Come join us for a guided experience by Hope Reimagined in one of our beautiful spots here in the Bay.

  • Questions? Reach out to Max at msovine@queerlifespace.org

Mt. Sutro Walk & Service Project

When: Saturday, October 3rd

Time: TBD

  • Ages 13-18

    • Where: TBD

    • Difficulty: Easy to moderate

    • What to bring:

      • Clothing appropriate for the weather (fog or shine)

      • Sunblock

      • Water

      • Packed lunch (we will provide some extra snacks)

      • Sturdy footwear (no flip flops)

What to expect

  • We will be going on a guided walk around Mt. Sutro where we’ll learn about the flora, fauna, and history of this very special spot right in the heart of San Francisco. Plan to get your hands dirty with a little bit of gardening!

  • Questions? Reach out to Max at msovine@qlstherapy.org

Outlandish! runs primarily on donations. Please consider supporting our program by making a tax-deductible donation here. Thank you!

People kayaking on the water near a rocky shoreline with a hillside in the background and a white sphere or radar dome on top of the hill.

Are you with a school LGBTQ+ group? Are you part of an LGBTQ+ youth organization? We can lead private Outlandish! trips with your group. For more information, please contact the email provided.

Questions or interested in any of these trips? Feel free to reach out to Max at msovine@queerlifespace.org

Group of five people walking on a dirt trail through a forest with tall trees and green foliage.

photo by Max Sovine