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Case Study: Burn in the Backcountry

A student gets a hot water burn deep in the backcountry. What do you do?

How to Prevent Hypothermia in Cold Climates

Take a proactive approach to your next adventure. Learn how to prevent hypothermia, manage cold stress, and be prepared for cold illnesses in the wilderness.

Case Study: What to Do About Snakebites

See what you would do to respond to and treat a possible snakebite.

Case Study: Cardiac Arrest at the Crag

A climber collapses at the crag. What do you do next?

Wilderness First Aid vs. Wilderness First Responder: Choosing the Right Training for You

Understand the ‘Wilderness First Aid vs Wilderness First Responder’ debate to choose the best course for your outdoor medical training needs.

Case Study: Falling Through the Ice

What would you do to help a patient with hypothermia while winter camping?

Backcountry Splitboarding Gear, Techniques, and Training with NOLS

Explore the world of backcountry splitboarding with NOLS! Explore gear, techniques, and backcountry travel for an exhilarating journey beyond the beaten path.

Snowboarding for Beginners: Tips, Terms, and Techniques to Get You Started

Dive into snowboarding for beginners and learn fundamentals, terminology, and gear essentials.

‘Society of the Snow’ and Roberto Canessa’s Life-Changing Experience

NOLS had the opportunity to chat with Roberto Canessa, one of the survivors of the Andes plane crash in 1978.

Skiing for Beginners: What to Know at the Start of Your Skiing Journey

Learn the essentials of skiing for beginners. Your guide to skiing terms, gear, and techniques for backcountry adventures.

Alumni Trips: Welcome Celia Ripple!

Learn more about the team behind NOLS Alumni Trips.

Skiing vs. Snowboarding: Which one is for you?

Dive into the skiing vs. snowboarding debate and explore the unique challenges, rewards, and equipment differences between these popular winter activities.

Case Study: Slip Sliding Away

A skier hits a terrain feature and goes flying. They land hard and don’t immediately reply when you ask if they are ok. How do you respond?

Sea Kayak Self-Rescue Techniques: Essential Guidance for Sea Kayakers

Develop essential kayak self-rescue skills with NOLS – from wet exits to advanced techniques. Gain confidence for your next coastal adventure.

Sea Kayaking for Beginners with NOLS: Essential Tips and Techniques

Sea Kayaking for Beginners: Learn essential tips and techniques, from paddling skills to coastal navigation.

Case Study: Flu-Like Illness

Four winter participants pull gear sleds uphill past snow-laden trees on a sunny day in Teton Valley.

Test your wilderness medicine skills with this case study!

Donation of $4 Million Paves the Way for Innovation and Growth at NOLS

Thanks to three anonymous donors, NOLS has secured $4 million in new support. These gifts will be used to match every dollar donated up to $4 million.

Cultivating a Risk Management Culture in Outdoor Organizations: The Importance of Sound Incident Reporting

Enhance your outdoor organization’s risk culture with NOLS. Learn the importance of sound incident reporting and effective risk management processes for safer, enriching adventures.

Securing Gap Year Scholarships: Financial Aid Opportunities at NOLS

Explore gap year scholarships, financial aid, and other funding options. Invest in your future today with NOLS.

Rock Climbing Gear Recommendations from NOLS Instructors

Get rock climbing gear recommendations from NOLS instructors! Learn what gear we use and our tips for caring for our equipment.

Case Study: Hyperglycemia in the Mountains

Test your wilderness medicine skills with this case study! You are guiding a 7-day wilderness trip. One of your participants, Stan, is an insulin-dependent diabetic. At 5am, Stan’s tentmate wakes you up saying, ‘Stan is really sick.’

Beyond Rock Climbing Techniques: Building Leadership and Teamwork with NOLS

Learn rock climbing techniques, leadership, and teamwork through trust, self-awareness, and effective communication with NOLS.

Gap Year Travel Programs: Blending Adventure with Experiential Education

NOLS gap year travel programs blend adventure, experiential education, leadership, environmentalism, and cultural immersion for a life-changing experience.