About us
MyOutdoorJoy is an outdoor education and experience company, specializing in beginners and those looking to enhance their outdoor skills. We offer inspiring classes, provide equipment, and create customized group events/adventures tailored to the skill level of participants. We empower our participants with the knowledge, skills, and opportunities to dive into a variety of recreational activities.
At MyOutdoorJoy, our vision is to help people reconnect with nature by teaching the skills that have been lost over time.
Upcoming events
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- $80.00

Compass 201: Land Navigation
Quest Center, 6345 Sample Rd,, Huntersville, NC, USCompass 201: Real Life Navigation
Ready to go beyond the basics? This advanced class teaches you how to combine a compass and a topographic map to navigate confidently in real outdoor environments.During this handsâon session, youâll learn:
⢠How to use a topo map with a compass
⢠How to read terrain to locate yourself
⢠The difference between true north and magnetic north
⢠How to find items or destinations using only a map + compassThis class is ideal for:
⢠Hikers wanting to navigate offâpath
⢠Anyone wanting to increase outdoor safety
⢠Orienteering beginners
⢠Hunters, backpackers, and outdoor explorersPricing:
NonâMembers: $80
Shared Members: $52
Premier Members: FREEđ All participants must register through the MyOutdoorJoy website calendar at www.myoutdoorjoy.com
Join us and build realâworld navigation skills you can rely on.1 attendee - $65.00

đž Trail Safety for Dogs: Essential Skills for Every Outdoor Adventurer
Camp Northend, 300 Camp Northend, Charlotte, NC, US# đž Trail Safety for Dogs: Essential Skills for Every Outdoor Adventurer
If you hike with your dog, this is a donâtâmiss class. As former searchâandârescue members, weâve witnessed far too many avoidable injuries to pets on the trail â and weâre passionate about helping you prevent them.
Join us for a focused, practical session taught by a veterinarian with specialized experience in trail hiking and canine safety. Youâll learn how to recognize early signs of distress, make smart decisions about trail selection, and keep your dog safe, confident, and ready for adventure.đż What Youâll Learn
- Heatstroke prevention and early warning signs
- Paw protection for rugged or abrasive terrain
- Hydration strategies for active, highâenergy dogs
- Trail readiness and how to pace your dog safely
This class is designed to empower you with the knowledge to protect your dog before problems arise â because nothing matters more than bringing your best friend home safely.
đ Important Note
This is a humanâonly class. Please leave your dogs/fur babies at home so you can fully focus on learning.đľ Pricing
- NonâMembers: $65
- Shared Members: $42.25
- Premier Members: FREE
đ Registration Required
All participants must register through the MyOutdoorJoy event calendar.
đ Reserve your spot now at MyOutdoorJoy.com1 attendee - $65.00

đž Trail Safety for Dogs: Essential Skills for Every Outdoor Adventurer
Lake Norman Chamber of Commerce-Randy Marion Board Room, 19900 W. Catawba Avenue, Rear Entrance-2nd Floor, Cornelius, NC, US# đž Trail Safety for Dogs: Essential Skills for Every Outdoor Adventurer
If you hike with your dog, this is a donâtâmiss class. As former searchâandârescue members, weâve witnessed far too many avoidable injuries to pets on the trail â and weâre passionate about helping you prevent them.
Join us for a focused, practical session taught by a veterinarian with specialized experience in trail hiking and canine safety. Youâll learn how to recognize early signs of distress, make smart decisions about trail selection, and keep your dog safe, confident, and ready for adventure.đż What Youâll Learn
- Heatstroke prevention and early warning signs
- Paw protection for rugged or abrasive terrain
- Hydration strategies for active, highâenergy dogs
- Trail readiness and how to pace your dog safely
This class is designed to empower you with the knowledge to protect your dog before problems arise â because nothing matters more than bringing your best friend home safely.
đ Important Note
This is a humanâonly class. Please leave your dogs/fur babies at home so you can fully focus on learning.đľ Pricing
- NonâMembers: $65
- Shared Members: $42.25
- Premier Members: FREE
đ Registration Required
All participants must register through the MyOutdoorJoy event calendar.
đ Reserve your spot now at MyOutdoorJoy.com1 attendee
Past events
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