WELCOME

The Art and Wilderness Community is dedicated to fostering a deeper connection between people and the natural world by encouraging exploring the outdoors, learning about and protecting nature and natural systems, drawing upon and implementing global wisdoms that guide us on how to live together with an increasingly beneficial impact, and aiming to regenerate a beautiful abundance from what has already been provided or left behind.

​The Art and Wilderness Institute Community is dedicated to supporting initiatives that inspire individuals to explore and appreciate the natural world, while also empowering them to take action to preserve it. 

Outdoor Islamic Programs

Khulafa Al- Ard
MUD-rasa

Get to know our Seerah, Hadith, and the Quran through tying it in with the land. Through various programs aimed at fostering a love for the earth and a true reflective understanding of how it correlates with the Sunnah of the prophet (PBUH), students will learn how to be stewards of the earth as well as become proficient in the studies of Islam through outdoor exposure and appreciation for Allah swt's creations. 

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Community Engagement

GREEN PROJECTS

From Habitat Restoration projects to helping Masjids Go GREEN, we are dedicated to regenerative sustainability on all fronts. We aim to work with community partners to bring habitat restoration and stewardship back into the practices of our Deen. 

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STEWARDSHIP

Since 2019, AWI has been committed to practicing and fostering green practices. We aim to get a plant in the ground for every class enrollment to help offset our carbon emissions from driving to and from classes. We partner with local community organizations to habitat.

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VOLUNTEER

We can't make this happen without you! Please join our team of volunteers. If you love outdoors and caring for the earth, we would love to have you!

DONATE

Doing this work requires funding and we can't make any of it happen without you. Art and Wilderness Institute Community is a Tax Deductible 501-C3

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T E S T I M O N I A L S

Happy People

One of the most memorable moments to date with my kids. It was a fantastic weekend getaway with a wonderful group of dads and sons that we were blessed to meet. Thank you.
Father/Son Backpacking Trip 2023
I can’t begin to say how much I needed this sisterhood ♥️May Allah swt bless all of you and your beautiful daughters in this world and the hereafter 🤲🏼 reminiscing about every moment makes me smile and fills my heart with gratitude and joy ♥️
Mother/Daughter Camping Trip 2023

This was an amazing adventure. It far exceeded my expectations. Thank you to our wonderful sisters @🌊Carla Taylor and @Khadeeja Abdullah for making such a memorable experience.
I am very grateful for the time that my girls and I were able to spend with each one of you. Everyone was so kind and sincere. Inshaallah we will be able to see you again at one of these events 
Mother/Daughter Camping Trip 2023

Mother/Daughter Camping Trip