About Us

Who We Are

MyOutdoorJoy is an outdoor education and experience company, specializing in beginners and those building on past experiences. We offer inspiring classes, provide equipment, and create customized group events/adventures tailored to the skill level of participants.  We empower our participants with the knowledge, skills, and opportunities to dive into a variety of recreational activities

At MyOutdoorJoy, our vision is to help people reconnect with nature by teaching the skills that have been lost over time.

Our Mission

MyOutdoorJoy’s mission is to inspire confidence and connection to nature by providing expert-led outdoor education, classroom instruction, and monthly adventures with certified instructors. We equip people with essential skills to participate in outdoor recreational activities.

Prepared for Every Scenario

At MyOutdoorJoy, your safety is our top priority. We are committed to providing our participants, members, and guests with unparalleled opportunities to learn new outdoor skills and apply them with confidence. Our seasoned specialists and instructors ensure you leave our classes proficient in outdoor skills and terminology. Most importantly, you will feel empowered and enjoy every moment with like-minded individuals.

Our instructors are distinguished, real-world outdoorsmen and women. Their impressive backgrounds include Appalachian Trail hikers, advanced-level Scuba divers, and international explorers, all of whom are exceptional educators. MyOutdoorJoy stands out in the following ways:

 

  • Our instructors are experts with extensive real-world experience
  • Our instructors are CPR and/or AED-certified
  • We always carry satellite communication devices when cell signals are unavailable
  • We tailor all our outdoor programs to match the skill level of our participants
  • MyOutdoorJoy is fully insured
  • We are certified and  listed on the NC and SC vendor lists
  • We are Leave No Trace Educators
  • We provide equipment for our members at no cost or minimal rental fees
  • We offer exclusive member-only events
  • We specialize in training beginner and intermediate-level students

The four (4) tenants that drive MyOutdoorJoy:

 

  1. Insurance and Certifications
  2. Safety
  3. Provide people with fun, enriching experiences
  4. Local commitment: Our company prioritizes suppliers, vendors, and partners with small businesses local to the Charlotte-Metro region to help grow the local economy.
  1. SCU: Outfitter and Guide License #W02817758
  2. Nationally Certified Leave No Trace Educators and Workshop Facilitators
  3. Mecklenburg County Certification #VS013450
  4. City of Charlotte Vendor Certification #320934
  5. South Carolina State Certification#7000333125
  6. North Carolina Small Business Enterprise NCSBE-4018305
  7. DUN and Bradstreet ( DUNS )11-892-0309
  8. MBE / HUB Certified
  9. Unique Entity Number GKPAYDQ4EWV3
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