NOLS specializes in teaching teachers. In fact, we have been inspiring and teaching outdoor educators for over 40 years.

Students (l-r) Wilson Everhart, Nadine Wolff, and Caitlin Buttor-Foederi orient their map with help from instructor Scott Christy (center). Photo: Caitlin Buttor-Foederi

On this course, whether you’re an aspiring or current outdoor educator, you’ll learn the latest skills and techniques from some of the best-trained outdoor educators in the world in order to support you in your outdoor profession.

This course offers either a 23-day backpacking expedition that includes four days of climbing camp or a 30-day backpacking expedition that includes a Wilderness First Responder (WFR) certification.

The backpacking sections are packed with how-tos on living, traveling, and leading groups in the backcountry. Granite peaks that reach 13,000 feet and high mountain lakes and rivers will teach you what it takes to lead and educate others in the West’s rugged ranges and beyond.

Rocky Mountain Outdoor Educator Backpacking with Rock Climbing Features world-famous Orvis™ fly fishing curriculum and gear. Duration: 23 days Age: 18 and over (Average age: 27) Tuition: $3,235 Eligibility: Qualified practicing or potential outdoor educators Dates: June 4-June 26, 2009 July 16-August 7, 2009 August 31-September 22, 2009 College Credit: (Optional) 4 Semester Credit Hours 2 Hours Leadership Techniques 2 Hours Risk Assessment Course start/end: Lander, Wyoming Equipment Deposit: $350 Fly in/out: Riverton, Wyoming Downloads: Course Description (pdf) Equipment List (pdf)

Rocky Mountain Outdoor Educator with WFR Backpacking With Wilderness First Responder Features world-famous Orvis™ fly fishing curriculum and gear. Duration: 30 days Age: 18 and over (Average age 29) Tuition: $4,650 Eligibility: Qualified practicing or potential outdoor educators Dates: June 18-July 17, 2009 July 13-August 11, 2009 College Credit: (Optional) 7 Semester Credit Hours 2 Hours Leadership Techniques 2 Hours Risk Assessment 3 Hours WFR Course start/end: Lander, Wyoming Equipment Deposit: $350 Fly in/out: Riverton, Wyoming Downloads: Course Description (pdf) Equipment List (pdf)

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