Welcome to the Rippleffect Outdoor Community Center (ROCC)
The ROCC is a central piece in Rippleffect's vision to provide equitable access for all Maine youth, starting in our backyard of Portland. This site allows us to deepen our connection with Portland Public Schools and develop the next generation of outdoor adventurers. The first stage of construction, including the high and static ropes courses, was completed in November of 2023 and the construction of our yurt classroom was completed in November of 2025!
“The ROCC will be the starting point for equity of access to the outdoors for all Portland youth."
PROJECT OVERVIEW
A public-private partnership between:
Rippleffect
Portland Public Schools
City of Portland
SITE FEATURES
A 6-acre woodland site
Low/high ropes challenge courses
40ft rock climbing tower
Solar power
A Yurt classroom
“Front country” camp platforms (coming soon)
HOW YOU CAN HELP
Contribute financially
Donate your time and skills
Make an in-kind donation of gear/equipment
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