Nols Spring Semester In The Rockies 2026

Explore the outdoors from canyons to mountains on the Semester in the Rockies. This course will be your opportunity to learn a variety of outdoor skills across the western United States and earn a Wilderness First Aid certification. Paddle down rapids on Utah rivers, break trail through Wyomings snowy mountains, see ancient rock art, and climb high granite crags. The skills on your semester may include a combination of rock climbing, whitewater paddling, horsepacking, canyoneering, backpacking, and backcountry skiing. Each new skill will start with the basics and your instructors will teach everyone at their own level of experience, so youll find plenty of support and new challenges whether youre a beginner or an experienced outdoorsperson. Leadership will be a primary focus. As you progress through your semester, youll build on the leadership skills youve learned throughout the course. For example, assessing a rapid is an opportunity to develop decision-making skills, while navigating hard terrain is an opportunity to practice tolerance for adversity. These experiences are real opportunities for you to test what youre learning and develop your personal leadership style. By the end of this course, youll walk away prepared to be a leader in school, at home, and beyond. This website uses cookies to ensure you get the best experience on our website.