Our Story

Code4Outdoor grew out of personally seeing the trauma that 1st responders deal with on a daily basis and the need for them to seek out healthy activities that build mental resiliency. We live in a state that beckons people to be outdoors! Now more than ever, 1st responders need be able to disconnect from the stresses of work and connect with themselves and with nature. Our mission is to facilitate that through such activities as bicycling, hiking, rock and ice climbing, skiing, whitewater sports, etc.

Cary and Katie Katalin, Founders

Our Mission

Code4Outdoor, a non-profit organization, is dedicated to promoting and improving the mental health and well-being of 1st responders through outdoor activities such as cycling, skiing, climbing, hiking, among others. We recognize the challenges and emotional strains faced by these brave individuals and firmly believe that engaging in epic events, created and executed by our team of like-minded individuals, enables them to build a strong support network and becomes a powerful tool in fostering their healing, resilience, and overall wellness.

Board Members

We would like to introduce you to the amazing Board of Code4Outdoor! They have been instrumental in the development and growth of our organization. To get to know them better, we asked them to share in five words, "What's your stoke?"

Jon Alesch
God. Country. Family. Friends. Chocolate
Chris Behm
Faith. Family. Friends. Bikes-Bikes-Bikes. Art. Pickled Eggs
Todd Brummond
Blessed. Family. Outdoors. Two-Wheeler. Tacos.
Ira Cronin
God. Holly. Family. Active Life. Mexican Food
Ashley DeMatto
Family. Friends. Music. Fall. Mexican Food
Frederick Hinton
Faith. Family. Outdoors. Sports. Vacations. Pizza
Vince "Bluto" Saporito
Faith. Driven. Powder. Competitive. Bourbon.
Rich Scholes
Family. Cycling. Climbing. Travel. Chipotle.

Connecting 1st Responders to the Outdoors

Tim K., Police Sergeant

The life of a first responder is one I chose decades ago and I love what I do. I’ve described it as “the greatest show on earth”. This calling will wear you down on all fronts. Getting outside is just one way I care for my head and my heart. John Muir says it well,...

Curtice C., Police Officer

As a Law Enforcement Officer for 20+ years I see the need to have a healthy outlet. I have seen first hand how this work gets the better of people and takes them down a dark path. Seeing this, I intentionally combat the pressures of work by my love of getting outdoors! I enjoy hiking,...

Michael C., Firefighter

Outdoor exercise and activity has impacted all areas of my life, from physical and mental well-being, to emotional resilience and even spiritual growth. The healing I have experienced through outdoor activities has strengthened my walk with the Lord, improved my relationship with my wife and boys, and gave me  the ability to be a better...