The Standards and Evaluations Committee designs and manages a process that ensures any program offered by any member under the brand of Be Outdoors Arizona is designed and executed in a way that is consistent with our mission, vision, values, and objectives and is presented in a way that excels in service and employs best practices. These programs should encourage innovation, diversity, and continuous improvement.

About our ‘Best Practices’ Approach

There are a variety of places and ways to Be Outdoors Arizona! In order to get the most from outdoor experiences, BOAz has compiled a set of ‘Best Practices’ that reference aspects of the setting, programming, facilitation, and overall experience for children in nature. These practices are founded in current research and supported by observations and suggestions from many field professionals. By adopting the BOAz pledge, individuals and member organizations proclaim their commitment to strive for these high standards. 

BOAz encourages all organizations throughout Arizona to utilize our self review process to evaluate and develop their outdoor sites and programming to best support connections between children and nature. 

Committee Chair

Lisa Herrmann
The Riparian Institute
lherrmann@cox.net
50 E. Civic Center Dr.
Gilbert, AZ 85296
480-209-6946 (cell)