About us
Somewhere along the line each member of our staff received a gift, the gift of being introduced to the outdoors.
It might have occurred at a farm pond with a grandparent, fishing for bluegill. It might have occurred on a single track fighting to keep up with a parent on a mountain bike, or it might have occurred at Summer camp.
Regardless, we were changed and would never be the same.
Those experiences steered the direction of our lives, and we recognize that life would never have been the same if someone hadn’t taken the time to introduce us to the outdoor pursuits that we cherish.
With that knowledge comes the responsibility of passing on our passions for the outdoors to the next generation. It’s why we do what we do.
Tee Clarkson
Owner/Founder
After starting Virginia Fishing Adventures summer camp in 2005, Tee Clarkson has spent the summers guiding youngsters into countless fish, and more importantly many enjoyable days outside. Virginia Outside seemed a natural progression based on his love of the James River Park and desire for children to have the opportunity to spend quality time outdoors. Tee has written more than 500 articles on fishing, hunting, and conservation in Virginia for publications like, The Richmond Times Dispatch, Virginia Wildlife, and The Virginia Sportsman. He also owns and operates a conservation consulting business, Atoka Conservation Exchange, where he works with landowners to protect properties throughout the state.
Mitch Green
Charlottesville Program Director
Mitch grew up in Virginia Beach, VA and spent his youth swimming, surfing, skating, and wakeboarding with his neighborhood friends, most of whom still remain his good friends to this day. Mitch’s first “real job” at 15 was as a lifeguard at the neighborhood pool each summer, until he left for college. At James Madison University, he continued his lifeguarding and safety career at the university recreation center, becoming a lifeguard and CPR instructor, and Operations Supervisor. After graduating, he moved to Charlottesville where the local streams and rivers satisfied his itch to be on the water, and he found new passions in fly fishing and kayaking. When he’s not on the water, hanging out with his family or teaching kids how to fish with Virginia Outside, he also works for Great Outdoor Provision Co., outfitting customers for their outdoor adventures and swapping fish tales with his co-workers.
For information about programs in Charlottesville, contact mitch@virginiaoutside.com.
Brittany Deleon
Summer Camp Operations Manager
Brittany grew up in Northern Virginia, fishing in her backyard and spending as much time outside as possible! She loves anything outdoors and has a passion for sharing the experience with as many people as she can! In her free time she enjoys being active around Richmond; rock climbing biking, fishing and paddling the river whenever she can! Brittany is the Summer Camp Operations Manager for all of the camps that run through Virginia Outside She lives for the sunshine and hot Summer months!
For information about programs in Richmond, contact brittany@virginiaoutside.com or Company Phone Number: 8042726362
Thomas Huss
Operations Manager
Thomas grew up in rural Chesapeake, Virginia fishing and surfing with his dad, and exploring local woodlots, streams, and creeks with buddies. In his teens, Thomas spent most of his time lifeguarding and surfing at Sandbridge and fishing the Northwest River.
Thomas attended Old Dominion University, graduating in 2000 with a degree in history and education while still spending the majority of his time on and under the water. A stint as a Geography and Social Studies high school teacher and coach in Norfolk, Virginia followed. After getting married in 2007 and spending a honeymoon year backpacking in Africa and Southeast Asia, Thomas moved to Richmond and continued his teaching career, earning a Post-Masters in Educational Leadership at Virginia Commonwealth and becoming a National Board Certified Teacher.
An avid reader, traveler, waterman, and outdoorsman, Thomas enjoys getting his wife, three kids, and your children, outside as much as possible.