Instructor Development Fund (IDF)

Reflecting on seasonal transition, NOLS instructor Jonny Hepburn shares lessons learned during ski season and how they might apply to spring adventures.

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.

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.

Learn about the personal expeditions NOLS instructors undertook in the mountains, rivers, and frontcountry for professional development in 2018.

NOLS Instructor Willy Oppenheim describes the difficulties and exhilaration of a stunning first ascent of two peaks in Chilean Patagonia.

Check out a collection of stories from some of the expeditions and trainings instructors pursued in 2017 to continue growing as leaders and educators.

NOLS instructor Jonathan Brooks uses words and images to chronicle his journey through British Columbia's Great Bear Rainforest.

An instructor team heads to North America's largest wilderness to explore new rivers and mountains by packraft.

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

Thriving as Women Boaters on the Main Salmon River

Educator Expedition: Golden Gate Sea Kayaking

Educator Expedition: Kiwi Boot Camp

Educator Expedition: Avalanche Training in the Tetons

Educating the Educators: Instructor Development with the American Canoe Association