Alumni Trips instructor Susan Brame talks about the impetus behind the new Portugal trips.| blog.nols.edu
Understand the 'Wilderness First Aid vs Wilderness First Responder' debate to choose the best course for your outdoor medical training needs.| blog.nols.edu
What would you do to help a patient with hypothermia while winter camping?| blog.nols.edu
Explore the world of backcountry splitboarding with NOLS! Explore gear, techniques, and backcountry travel for an exhilarating journey beyond the beaten path.| blog.nols.edu
Dive into snowboarding for beginners and learn fundamentals, terminology, and gear essentials.| blog.nols.edu
NOLS had the opportunity to chat with Roberto Canessa, one of the survivors of the Andes plane crash in 1978.| blog.nols.edu
Learn the essentials of skiing for beginners. Your guide to skiing terms, gear, and techniques for backcountry adventures.| blog.nols.edu
Discover the power of taking a gap year after high school—adventure, cultural immersion, and self-reflection highlight this transformative experience.| blog.nols.edu
Gap Year | While climbing with a friend in Greece, you witness another climber take a fall after a small hold breaks. The climber swings hard, feet first, into the wall. The rope catches the fall, and the climber immediately grabs their ankle and screams in pain.| blog.nols.edu
Explore the gap year pros and cons of solo vs. group programs to find the right balance for you between independence and shared experiences.| blog.nols.edu