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For us as a society, wild country gives us a place to wander in, to dream about, to disconnect, to live out our adventures in.

52 years after its founding, NOLS reflects on its foundational values and the relevance of its leadership curriculum then and now.

Check out top staff picks featuring leadership books by inspiring female authors.

The 7 Leave No Trace principles aren't just for camping. Here are some ways you can apply them at home as well as outdoors.

NOLS grad Haley Peel found the challenge she was looking for on a mountaineering course in India—and learned some lasting lessons along the way.

A NOLS alum reflects on the life-changing experiences he had while hiking, kayaking, and sailing on a semester in Baja California, Mexico.

A first-generation college student reflects on what she learned on a NOLS sea kayaking expedition for STEP students in Alaska.

Keep these misconceptions in mind when you head to the store to purchase new outdoor gear.

Four NOLS instructors share the experience of leading a group of friends and family on a rafting expedition in the Grand Canyon.

NOLS alumni of all ages come together to repair a bridge in the Adirondacks.

Here's what one grad did to prepare for her gap year expedition in Patagonia with NOLS.

Need coffee to function? Here are the seven best ways to make your favorite drink while you're out in the great outdoors.

Get the scoop on what it's like to live in a tiny house—and why you might want to give it a try.

The importance of the 2016 designation of Bears Ears National Monument.

Advice from the pros on how to take care of your feet when they get cold.

NOLS alumni Rachel Dranoff explains how to harness the potential energy of a NOLS course.

Astronaut in training Shawna Pandya talks to us about pursuing big goals.

“How can I support you?” It was maybe the best question I had ever been asked. It was expedition behavior in a sentence. Read more from NOLSie and writer Carolyn Highland

Two parents tell the story of their family's worst day—and the happy ending that came as a result of being prepared.

Take a walk through the evolution of the NOLS logo

For the past year, we've been developing a new look and logo for NOLS. I'm glad to share the behind-the-scenes action that created this look and what's ahead.

Whether you're shopping for your favorite sustainability nerd or a backcountry fashionista, here are some gift ideas for anyone on your list.

We caught up with NOLS grad Bailey Barnes to learn more about the challenges—and fun—of a gap year, and how she made her gap year a reality.

Reflections on returning to society after a NOLS course…