How to Make Deluxe Mac and Cheese (and Fried Macs too!) in the Backcountry
Mac and cheese is a backcountry classic - use your favorite cheese and veggies for the perfect dinner
Mac and cheese is a backcountry classic - use your favorite cheese and veggies for the perfect dinner
Lhakpa Sherpa has grit, determination, and goals. As the first woman to summit Mt. Everest ten times and under adverse life circumstances, she ...
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NOLS had the opportunity to chat with Roberto Canessa, one of the survivors of the Andes plane crash in 1978.
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Get rock climbing gear recommendations from NOLS instructors! Learn what gear we use and our tips for caring for our equipment.
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Explore the gap year pros and cons of solo vs. group programs to find the right balance for you between independence and shared experiences.
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NOLS Alumni trips announces the closing of our Bahamas program.
Mac and cheese is a backcountry classic - use your favorite cheese and veggies for the perfect dinner
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Program Manager at Move United Julianne Mills shares how Risk Management Training creates opportunities to expand programming to people of all ...
An intrepid WFR graduate sets to climb 58 peaks to raise money for NOLS
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Over 55 years, we've learned the value of NOLS isn't in accomplishments so much as the way a NOLS education inspires and empowers our graduates to ...
In 1990, two people started a business that was remarkable for 2 reasons—most important because the business was dedicated to teaching wilderness ...
New this summer: Salmon River Rafting Adventure for ages 14-15, and Alaska Women’s Backpacking for adults 23+ (now with a 14-day option!)
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See the ways NOLS grads are leading in the field of sustainability
Artist Alina Drufovka on Being a Latina Backpacker, NOLS Fellow, and Turning COVID into an Opportunity for Art
America’s federal public lands are an amazing resource for all kinds of recreation—but how much do you know about the different kinds of public land?
This recipe for cheesy breakfast bagels with sausage is easy to make and easy to adapt to your tastes.
Tolerance for adversity and uncertainty is something all of us practice every single day. To conclude our series The Leadership Project, NOLS ...
Carter McBride joined us to celebrate Black in National Parks Week and share from his experiences in National Parks, as well as perspectives on the ...
NOLS Instructor Andy Blair introduces us to the leadership skill judgment & decision-making
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Enjoy reading our posts with advice for parents, role models in outdoor education, and all things focused on getting others outside
NOLS Instructor Sanjana Govind introduces us to competence—being skilled both on our own, and as part of a group.
Vision and action is a two-part leadership skill that combines the planning and the follow-up to move leaders toward their goals.
NOLS Instructor Andy Notopoulos talks about the leadership skill self awareness. Subscribe to the NOLSie News to follow along our series exploring ...
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Through careful planning and preparation to mitigate risks of COVID-19, we will be able to welcome students for select courses this summer.
Enjoy stories from NOLS alumni and partner organizations focused on increasing outdoor access
We're sharing our first ever digital-only publication of The Leader alumni magazine for Spring 2020
We are committed to highlighting the inspirational and brave work of those in the NOLS community serving others in need during this crisis
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Now's the time to apply lessons learned outdoors, like practicing LNT, having a positive attitude, and managing risk responsibly, to the frontcountry.
Choose a different kind of spring break this year. Forget the touristy beaches and overcrowded ski resorts and dive into a real outdoor adventure!
Check out this video to learn a short and effective yoga routine that's designed specifically for paddlers!
NOLS LGBTQ+ Canyonlands Backpacking grad, Mat Pryfogle, recounts his takeaways from NOLS' first LBGTQ+ Expedition.
Check out our seven new expeditions for summer 2020 and start planning your next adventure!
NOLS welcomes new president, and celebrates Paul Petzoldt's 112th birthday, our 55th anniversary, and 50th anniversary of 30 Days of Survival ...
Make outdoor-focused New Year's resolutions and achieve them in 2020.
NOLS Wilderness First Responder trainings aren't just for outdoor enthusiasts—they're also great prep for humanitarian work in disaster zones.
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Come to NOLS India to explore the landscape and culture of the Himalaya. Engage with local communities while backpacking and mountaineering.
Already dreading the end of summer? Don't despair—check out our 2020 summer expeditions and start dreaming about next year's adventures!
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Learn about the personal expeditions NOLS instructors undertook in the mountains, rivers, and frontcountry for professional development in 2018.
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John Gans is NOLS' longest-serving director and his tenure has been notable for strengthening the school and prioritizing the well-being and needs of ...
Take a look at new upcoming courses for winter and spring in 2019.
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Fill up for breakfast or dinner with this tasty camping recipe for potato pancakes.
In 1965, Paul Petzoldt founded a wilderness school built on the principles of environmental stewardship, values that continue to guide NOLS today.
See where you should take your gap year with this quiz!
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MBA candidates at the Booth School of Businesses recall the challenges and successes of their NOLS Expedition in Patagonia
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A Message from Tori Murden McClure, NOLS Board Chair
Test out your backcountry baking skills with this delicious, gluten-free recipe for cinnamon rolls.
The NOLS Podcast - Leadership Progression
The trucker's hitch is a great thing to have in your quiver of tricks. It's often the first knot we teach students on NOLS courses to use for ...