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Jim Ratz Memorial Scholarship

Background

Jim Ratz (1952-2005) was a passionate mountaineer, father, and husband dedicated to outdoor education and the preservation of wilderness. As NOLS Executive Director (1984-1995), Jim was instrumental in the creation and vision of the inaugural Wilderness Risk Management Conference. The WRMC has since gone on to educate thousands and raise standards of practice across outdoor and wilderness education.

Scholarships are awarded to current instructors or practitioners of adventure education or adventure program administrators or directors. Employees of WRMC Legacy Partners (NOLS, Outward Bound, and SCA) are not eligible for scholarships. 

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Colleen McHugh presenting a workshop at the WRMC 2019.

Provide Support

WRMC Legacy Partners (NOLS, Outward Bound, and SCA) sponsor an annual scholarship in Jim's name, and are always looking for other generous organizations and individuals to support this program. There are many inspiring organizations and passionate people in our industry who need financial support to attend a conference like the WRMC. Consider donating to the scholarship fund today.

Here's how:

  • Contact WRMC Staff
  • Donate online (Make a note to designate your donation to WRMC Jim Ratz Memorial Scholarships.)
Project Venture exhibitor booth at the WRMC 2019.

Exhibitor Scholarships

For Organizations

WRMC exhibitor scholarships will be awarded to outdoor companies and organizations focused on racial justice and equity.  

 

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