Welcome to the Asian American Outdoors Philadelphia!

The original AO was founded in New York in 1987. Their tremendous success has prompted some of the New England-based members to spawn a sister chapter locally in the greater Boston area shortly thereafter. And now, Philadelphia has gotten in the act. "An organization that brings together active Asian Americans to take advantage of and enjoy the grand diversity and abundance of natural beauty that is characteristic of this spectacular region (New York, Boston and Philadelphia alike). Our main purpose is to provide opportunities for fun and fitness for those that share a common interest and passion for the outdoors. Asian Outdoors is a great place for Asian Americans who are active, or want to be more active, to participate in organized group events and have a load of fun learning, trying and doing their favorite and new activities together." These are words from founders in the Boston chapter.

"All outings are cooperative adventures. Their success solely depends on our membership's enthusiasm and participation. All outing organizers are volunteers, and anyone with the interest and desire could be one! AOB is very informal and very loosely structured to accommodate all interests, experiences and capabilities." Again, some of the sentiments from Boston and New York chapters shared by everyone here at Philadelphia.