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What is a NOLS course?

All NOLS courses, from immersive wilderness expeditions to classroom-based wilderness medicine courses, are designed around learning by experience, mentorship from expert educators, and wilderness. Students finish their courses inspired and empower to act as leaders in their community.

What is the mission of NOLS?

NOLS’ mission is to be the leading source and teacher of wilderness skills and leadership that serve people and the environment. Our community—staff, students, trustees, and alumni—shares a commitment to wilderness, education, leadership, safety, community, and excellence.

Where is Nols located?

NOLS is headquartered in Lander, Wyoming, a small gem of a town. Its first and signature course, Wind River Wilderness, still takes off from there. But it also has courses in the Pacific Northwest, Southwest, New Zealand, India, Mexico, Australia, and more. This is a global organization with a dizzying number of courses in places you’ve always wanted to check off your bucket list. Plus, you will get to know that area so much more intimately than you would with some boring tour guide.

Do NOLS courses have college credit?

Most NOLS courses offer college credit for students. All NOLS students get thoughtful evaluations and grades at the conclusion of the course. And if you’re past student age, put it on your resume. It’s an interesting outlet to talk about your passion for the outdoors, leadership skills, and work ethic.

How long is the WFR course?

The WFR course is rapidly becoming the industry standard certification for guides and trip leaders. It is a 9-10 day intensive program, with greater than 80 hours of contact time in a learning setting. Teaching methods include an emphasis on didactic lectures and hands-on, experiential workshops and scenarios.

What is a WFR course?

The NOLS Wilderness First Responder (WFR) course is designed to provide you with the tools to make critical medical and evacuation decisions in remote locations. Classroom lectures and demonstrations are combined with realistic scenarios where mock patients will challenge you to integrate your learning.