About the Friends of the Desert Outdoor Center at Lake Pleasant

Friends of the Desert Outdoor Center is a non-profit 501 (c) 3 organization established to support the services provided at the Desert Outdoor Center. Led by a volunteer Board of Directors comprised of educators, community leaders, and parents, the Friends play a key role in raising revenue for the Center’s programs and facilities.

Friends of the Desert Outdoor Center Mission Statement

To provide financial and volunteer support to the Desert Outdoor Center so that it may offer quality facilities and programs providing opportunities in a natural Desert Outdoor Center at Lake Pleasantenvironment for education, recreation, and inspiration for all generations.

About the Desert Outdoor Center at Lake Pleasant

Recognized as one of the top environmental education centers in Arizona the Desert Outdoor Center at Lake Pleasant annually attracts over 20,000 people. Conveniently located outside of metropolitan Phoenix this award winning facility was built on the hillsides of Sonoran desert overlooking Lake Pleasant, an ideal location for students to learn about and experience nature. The Center’s classes align with Arizona Academic Standards and are packed with outdoor activities, science, and exploration!

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Desert Outdoor Center Mission Statement

To offer quality facilities and programs that provide opportunities in a natural environment for education, recreation and inspiration.

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