What we’re about
The Out & Out Club was started in 1980 by a small group of people who wanted to go canoeing and camping in an LGBTQ-positive environment. One of the founding members explained their goal was "to be out of the closet and out in the country". The club constitution was created in 1984, and on March 21, 1985, the club was incorporated as a not-for-profit organization under the name “Out & Out Club (Toronto) Inc.” Over more than three decades, our membership expanded greatly, as the club introduced a wide range of both outdoor and indoor activities. Through the years, some individual-sport groups have spun off from Out & Out, as the number of members interested in their sport grew large enough to warrant an independent operation. The club has also supported other LGBTQ groups in the community, for example, by raising money for the AIDS Walk and the expansion of the 519 Community Centre. Note: Our members also contribute generously each year to a subsidy fund that helps lower-income members attend the few club events that have a significant cost, such as our Jamboree summer camp each August. Since its inception, Out & Out has been entirely volunteer-run. Most of the hundreds of club activities each year are led by one or two volunteer leaders. A small group of elected members, called our Steering Committee, is responsible for the general operations of the club – handling membership applications and renewals, subsidies, marketing, communications, and financial matters. The Steering committee and their subcommittees also plan some of the club’s larger special events, such as the Spring Fling party, Jamboree, End-of-Summer picnic, and our Annual General Meeting.
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Do you crave the thrill of rock climbing, the serenity of kayaking, or the nostalgia of summer camp, reimagined for adults? Look no further than Out & Out Club, your gateway to exciting 2SLGBTQ+ adventures, friendships that last, and a safe, all-welcoming haven.
But that's just the beginning. At Out & Out, members take the reins, planning everything from hikes to camping, kayaking to biking, and even skiing. Nature becomes your canvas, and community is your masterpiece.
And it's not just the great outdoors. Our indoor gatherings are your cozy, creative sanctuary. Jam out, game on, conquer escape rooms, master the art of baking, and unleash your inner artist. The possibilities are as boundless as your spirit.
Feeling bold? Take the lead in an activity close to your heart; we're all about your passion.
No car? No problem. We'll handle the logistics while you focus on soaking in the adventure, far from the city's hustle.
Mark your calendars – every second Wednesday is Club Info Night. Join us to dive deeper into the adventure of a lifetime. Ready to start?
Register now for our next Club Info Night session: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZUvdeGvqz8vHdOQ9PBHQFau9kbi0F-b55bF
Have additional questions? Visit the Contact Us page on our website.
Get active, get social, get with Out & Out. Your next big adventure awaits!
- Get active, get social, get with Out & Out – Club Info NightLink visible for attendees
Do you crave the thrill of rock climbing, the serenity of kayaking, or the nostalgia of summer camp, reimagined for adults? Look no further than Out & Out Club, your gateway to exciting 2SLGBTQ+ adventures, friendships that last, and a safe, all-welcoming haven.
But that's just the beginning. At Out & Out, members take the reins, planning everything from hikes to camping, kayaking to biking, and even skiing. Nature becomes your canvas, and community is your masterpiece.
And it's not just the great outdoors. Our indoor gatherings are your cozy, creative sanctuary. Jam out, game on, conquer escape rooms, master the art of baking, and unleash your inner artist. The possibilities are as boundless as your spirit.
Feeling bold? Take the lead in an activity close to your heart; we're all about your passion.
No car? No problem. We'll handle the logistics while you focus on soaking in the adventure, far from the city's hustle.
Mark your calendars – every second Wednesday is Club Info Night. Join us to dive deeper into the adventure of a lifetime. Ready to start?
Register now for our next Club Info Night session: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZAsce2tpzIoEtP0HN1CE5AeFkNWWfHSwE4O
Have additional questions? Visit the Contact Us page on our website.
Get active, get social, get with Out & Out. Your next big adventure awaits!