1920
June and Farrar Burns homestead the land and build two cabins.
1969
The Outback slated to become dorms and parking lots.
1972
Students initiate the Outback Pig Farm"
1978
Students propose to become the Outback Program", is accepted but is later dropped by administration.
1980's
Students begin experimental living in Outback. A barn is raised. Classes begin to utilize the Outback.
1990's
New student energy intitiates wetland designation and restoration. A greenhouse is constructed. Students bring in ducks, and establish annual Earth Day Events. First performance stage is built.
1996
First Earthday in Outback.
1999
Outback receives endorsement and academic protection from WWU.
2000
"Outback Cooperative Project".
2001
"Ecovillage Design" Course. Hundreds attend Earth Day. Food grown for homeless shelters through Fruitful Gatherings. Solar pv system installed.
2002
Huxley and Fairhaven complete an academic proposal.
2003
Proposal to become an official Associated Students Program. Students begin designing new performance stage.
2004
Push continues for program status. Stage design complete.