Canyonlands Field Institute
Recreational FacilitiesUtah, United States11-50 Employees
Canyonlands Field Institute is a mid-sized organization in the recreational facilities sector, based in Moab, Utah. For about four decades, it has offered immersive outdoor experiences designed to reconnect people with the landscapes of the Colorado Plateau while supporting healthy ecosystems for wildlife and vegetation. Central to its approach is recognizing the link between people and the land and maintaining an inclusive, welcoming culture in its programs. Its mission centers on cultivating connections to self, community, and nature through inclusive educational pathways to the outdoors. In February 2024, it launched an outdoor education program that includes a citizen science service-learning component and a STEM-focused curriculum emphasizing place-based learning and teamwork. The organization has also engaged in collaborative field work with partners such as the BLM, reflecting its role in hands-on outdoor education and land stewardship.