Glaciers, Climate Change, and the National Park System
In the North Cascades, scientists are hard at work analyzing glaciers to evaluate the impacts of climate change. In this visually stunning video, Dr. Jon Riedel, lead glaciologist at North Cascades National Park, discusses and interprets his glacier monitoring research.
Many National Park Service employees got their start learning how to safely travel through and lead others in terrain just like this video on a North Cascades Mountaineering or Outdoor Educator Mountaineering course.
From the Blog
Keep Reading
Case Study: Dental Emergency while RaftingÂ
The Setting You are on day three of a 4-day rafting trip on the Rogue River in Oregon. The trip…
September 8, 2025
Case Study: Sea Kayaking SlipÂ
The Setting You are enjoying an amazing day of paddling on Prince William Sound in Alaska. The views have been…
August 11, 2025
Gap Year Pros and Cons: Solo vs. Group
Explore the gap year pros and cons of solo vs. group programs to find the right balance for you between…
July 16, 2025Stay in the Field
Get expedition stories, leadership insights, and course updates delivered to your inbox. No spam, no fluff, just the good stuff from the backcountry.
Join 45,000+ subscribers. Unsubscribe anytime.
