Honoring the past, Celebrating the present, inspiring the future
Join us in Lander this September to celebrate 60 years of NOLS. This special gathering will bring together our global community for three days of connection, storytelling, and inspiration. With engaging speakers and memorable events, we’ll reflect on our legacy and look ahead to the next 60 years of adventure and leadership.
See you Soon!
If you did not register for the event before registration closed, there are a few community events that do not require registration (walk-ins welcome, space permitting):
- Trail Mix Activities — Lander City Park — Fri, 9/26, 3–7 pm (BBQ dinner not included)
- Climbing Legacies — Lander Community Center — Sat, 9/27, 10-11 am
- Community Concert — Lander Community Center — Sat, 9/27, 8–11 pm
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Join us at the Trail Mix
Trail Mix is a lively outdoor gathering featuring gear brands, local artists, trusted partners, and NOLS programs—complete with interactive demos, art, and giveaways.
It runs Friday, Sept. 26, 2025, 3:00–7:00 pm at Lander City Park; all are welcome and no registration is required. It’s a welcoming place to mingle, learn, and celebrate the spirit of exploration that defines NOLS. Please note: the BBQ dinner is available only to attendees who completed advance registration.
Limited Edition NOLS 60th Gear
Celebrate NOLS’ 60th with limited-edition apparel from trusted outdoor brands. We’re excited to share our special 60th Anniversary collection featuring both our classic NOLS logo and new 60th designs, available only for a limited time. Don’t miss your chance to grab this special gear!
Open now, until October 6th — ships to your home
Travel & Lodging
Local Lodging
These local hotels are offering discounted room rates.
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Holiday Inn Express & Suites Lander
Use this online link or call and use code NOLS60 for 20% off -
Rodeway Inn Pronghorn Lodge - Call and use code NOLS60 for 10% off
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The Lander Motel - Promo Code: NOLS60 (online or via phone) for 15% off
There is free camping in Lander City Park; no reservation needed.
Flights
The closest airport to Lander is Central Wyoming Regional Airport (RIW), serviced by United Airlines. Other options, located approximately 3.5 to 4 hours from Lander, include Jackson Hole International Airport (JAC), Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC), and Idaho Falls Regional Airport (IDA).
Questions
Please email: [email protected]
35 Years of Wilderness Medicine
In 1990, in the small town of Pitkin, Colorado, two itinerant outdoor educators founded the Wilderness Medicine Institute, planting the seeds of what would become a global leader in wilderness medicine education. Wilderness medicine was a bold, emerging idea—and one that quickly proved essential to both outdoor professionals and recreationists. Now, 35 years later, NOLS Wilderness Medicine has trained over 365,000 students across all 50 states and 48 countries. It's a legacy of equipping outdoor travelers with the essential skills and confidence to step in and help when help is most needed.
Support NOLS for the Next 60
Become a Donor Today
Since 1965, NOLS has inspired leadership, resilience, and connection through wilderness education. As we mark 60 years, we look to the future—with your support. As a nonprofit, we rely on donor support to provide scholarships, protect wild places, and evolve our curriculum to meet the challenges of today and tomorrow.
Join us in celebrating this milestone by making a gift to NOLS. Whether it’s $60 in honor of 60 years, a planned gift for the future, or a recurring monthly gift every contribution helps ensure the next generation of leaders is ready for what lies ahead.
"Supporting NOLS means investing in future leaders who understand the value of challenge, compassion, and the natural world. I give because NOLS changed my life—and I want others to have that same chance."
– NOLS Donor
