Mission: Inspire Positive Action, Build a Better Community, and Support Individuals in Their Recovery.
The Dawgpatch Bandits Inc. is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that operates on a three tier model:
Promote and execute endorphin activating physical challenges including, but not limited to running, swimming, biking, hiking and paddling in the natural environment.
Plan and build outdoor community projects that promote health and fitness.
Support individuals struggling with addiction get the recovery they need.
RAISING AWARENESS for
‘OUTDOOR RECREATION and FITNESS to SUPPORT MENTAL HEALTH.’
The monthly quote:
“Nature does not hurry, yet everything is accomplished.”
- Laozi
Projects
Dawgpatch Bandits Inc. designs and builds OUTDOOR RECREATION, FITNESS, and NATURE ACCESS projects in both private and public spaces. The goal of every project we take on is to provide or improve a tangible outdoor resource that supports mental health for individuals and the community.
Point to Point Challenges
Whether it be bicycling, swimming, paddling, running or hiking a Dawgpatch Point to Point Challenge involves getting from location ‘A’ to location ‘B’ (Point to Point) by self-powered means. Unlike traditional events that adapt a predetermined physical activity into an area or course, we allow the natural geography of a specific area to produce new and innovative challenges.
Our Approach
We approach our nonprofit work with many of the same philosophies we bring to our physical challenges. First, we establish an area of focus in which we can have a direct impact. Second, we map out a plan of how the Dawgpatch Bandits can get involved, and create actionable change. Third, and most importantly, we execute the plan established.
Why We Do It
We believe that the health of the community and the individual are one. By creating a community that inspires positive action, ambition, and creativity, the individual can do the same.
“The idea is to push individuals towards gaining a greater knowledge and understanding of their own physical and mental capabilities, and to combat barriers that may hinder that pursuit.” — Drew Harvey, Dawgpatch Bandits Founder
The Projects
Point to Point Challenges
East End Swim Series
Brush Neck Oysters