David Queeley has joined the AMC as its new Vice-President of Outdoor Engagement. David will be directly responsible for leading AMC’s efforts in getting 500,000 kids outdoors over the next decade, a key component of AMC’s Vision 2020 strategy.
As part of this effort, David will oversee AMC’s current and future outdoor engagement programs, including its Youth Opportunities Program for urban, at risk youth, its A Mountain Classroom school program, guided backcountry Teen Wilderness Adventures, and youth and family programming at AMC huts and lodges. Collectively, AMC programs reach over 40,000 youth in the Northeastern U.S. each year. David will also spearhead new efforts in local community partnerships and diversifying youth and family participation.
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Labels: A Mountain Classroom, getting kids outdoors, Teen Wilderness Adventures, Vision 2020, Youth Opportunities Program