Outdoors New Zealand is the lead organisation for the outdoor recreation and education sector. Outdoors New Zealand is responsible for coordinating and supporting organisations and individuals within this sector. We encourage collaboration, cooperation, coordination and actively promote and advocate for outdoor recreation and education.
Our main strategic priorities are:
- Strategic Partnerships
- Learning, Advocacy and Excellence
- Independent Safety Assurance (OutdoorsMark)
- Internal Capability
MISSION
To provide leadership and support for the outdoor recreation and education sector in New Zealand.
VISION
To see people in New Zealand enjoying the opportunity for positive outdoor recreation and education experiences through a coherent, vibrant, and effective outdoor sector.
VALUES
- Trust - Outdoors New Zealand will operate with honesty and integrity in our relationships with staff, board members, strategic partners and members
- Empowerment - Outdoors New Zealand will strengthen the ability of members to be effective in their own communities
- Diversity - Outdoors New Zealand will recognise, respect and embrace individual and institutional difference in the outdoor recreation and education sector
- Sustainability - Outdoors New Zealand will operate in ways that recognise the importance of a socially, ecologically and economically sustainable future
To view the 2010-2015 Strategic Plan for Outdoors New Zealand click below:


