Partnerships Overview

NOLS does not stand alone in its mission. We achieve a great deal by partnering with other organizations in the outdoor and education industries, teaming up with retailers, and collaborating with educational institutions. If you are interested in what organizations we partner with, getting involved with the Gateway Partnerships initiative, or becoming a supporter, preferred retailer, or educational partner, explore them further by clicking on any of the links below.

NOLS Preferred Retailers
NOLS Preferred Retailers are specialized outdoor stores that are familiar with NOLS and the equipment that we use on our courses (many of the employees are NOLS graduates) These stores have access to the NOLS equipment lists and can answer questions about proper uses and fit of equipment. To become a NOLS Preferred Retailer or to find out more, click here.

Industry Supporters
Industry Supporters show their support for NOLS with their products, networks, and expertise. They include Advancement of Sustainability in Higher Education, Adventure Collection, Backpacking Light, Creative Energies, Deuter, GoLite, Ibex, Native Energy, Orvis, Patagonia, Rescue Essentials, and Rocky Mountain Power. To become an Industry Supporter or to learn more, click here.

Associations
NOLS relies on communication with the many individuals and organizations that share our values of leadership, wilderness, education, and environmental ethics. Each of the associations NOLS has around the world is working toward a meaningful end, and NOLS is proud to be among their members. To learn more, click here.

Educational Partners
Educational Partners are organizations that provide venues for or team up to provide NOLS courses and seminars. For more information about those partnerships or to become an Educational Partner, click here. To learn more about college credit click here.

Gateway Partners
Gateway Partners are organizations and institutions that provide educational opportunities to underserved populations. By providing students full tuition scholarships to NOLS courses, we are able to narrow the gap between underserved communities and a life in tune with the backcountry. To become a Gateway Partner or to learn more, click here.