New York Times Features New NOLS LGBTQ+ Backpacking Course

February 21, 2020

New York Times article on how to celebrate LGBTQ Pride Month with outdoor trips

In celebration of LGBTQ Pride Month this June, The New York Times recognized NOLS and other organizations offering outdoor expeditions for the LGBTQ community. In November 2019, NOLS will offer its first LGBTQ+ affinity expedition: a nine-day backpacking course in Utah’s Canyonlands.

“This June, the L.G.B.T.Q. community and allies will celebrate WorldPride and commemorate the 50th anniversary of the Stonewall rebellion in New York City. But the festivities won’t be contained to that urban jungle: The rainbow flag will also wave this summer and fall in the great outdoors, in a variety of backcountry trips, hikes, festivals and tours…

Adventure Trips for Adults

National Outdoor Leadership School has organized a queer trip, LGBTQ+ Canyonlands Backpacking — Prime, from Nov. 2 to 10. The nine-day backpacking adventure for adults ages 23 and up, through the ravines and slots of Utah’s colorful canyonlands, will be led by L.G.B.T.Q.-identified instructors.”

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Brooke Ortel

Brooke is a runner and writer who enjoys finding adventure in the everyday. True to her island roots, she loves sunshine, that salty ocean smell, and the sound of waves against the shore.