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Happy Spooktober! Carve some fun nature-themed pumpkins with our first-ever NOLS pumpkin-carving stencils this Halloween.

Dominic Bravo Receives NOLS 2019 Stewardship Award

On a NOLS expedition, Jack Johnson fell in love with wilderness medicine. Read about his journey from a 14-year-old backpacker to a Wilderness EMT!

It's no secret: wildfires are scary. If you're planning an outdoor trip in a fire-prone area, adding risk management strategies into your trip plan will make sure you're prepared for whatever comes your way.

Make spring break 2020 the ultimate outdoor adventure! Join NOLS to paddle the Baja coast, backcountry ski in the Rockies, or rock climb in the Southwest.

Build on your wilderness medicine training and take your outdoor skills to the next level at the Wilderness Risk Management Conference (WRMC).

Randy Aton, NOLS alum and Springdale city councilman, discusses the balance between wilderness and community.

While she's still not sure if she wants to be a ski guide, NOLS instructor Jesse Quillian has some lessons to share from her recent training.

NOLS announces new president - Terri Watson.

Instructor Andy thought improving at rock climbing was about knowing enough knots and climbing hard enough routes— but it turns out there's more to it.

Senior Student Program Coordinator & academic advisor for Canfield Business Honors Program at UT Austin sees her students grow in surprising ways after leadership training in NOLS courses.

Always start with the first 5 steps of the scene size-up when responding to an emergency.

You've spotted a fallen hiker on the trail: thinking back to your NOLS Wilderness Medicine course, do you remember how to perform an initial assessment?

NOLS Instructor & Research Manager Shannon Rochelle offers Backpacker some tips on recognizing and avoiding common leadership mistakes on hiking trips.

Come to NOLS India to explore the landscape and culture of the Himalaya. Engage with local communities while backpacking and mountaineering.

NOLS is excited to welcome five new members to its Board of Trustees in 2019, including leaders in the tech, film, venture capital, and nonprofit sectors.

NOLS will launch seven new affinity courses for a total of 20 offerings designed for People of Color and members of the LGBTQ+ community.

Already dreading the end of summer? Don't despair—check out our 2020 summer expeditions and start dreaming about next year's adventures!

How do you manage the inherent risks, like limited communication or distance from medical care, of exploring remote areas? Take a Wilderness Safety Training!

NOLS and the outdoor recreation industry are rallying behind the Securing Outdoor Access for Recreation Act.

This case study tests how well you can adapt when you're responsible for not just one patient, but an entire group.

NOLS grad-turned-instructor Katiya Gombar says that not a single day goes by without thinking of her expedition in Alaska and the lessons she learned there.

We're not saying you should never bring your phone camping. But here are some good reasons to consider a tech-free adventure.

You're probably already familiar with the seven Leave No Trace principles—here are some additional tips to guarantee your next hike is low impact.