Rocky Mountain Service Expedition
Explore Wyoming’s rugged Wind River mountains and work on a backcountry service project with the U.S. Forest Service.
Duration
30 days
Age
16+
Overview
About this course
You’re ready to work hard and play hard in the Rocky Mountains. You’re looking for an opportunity to contribute to something bigger than yourself and are curious about public lands management. On this trip, you’ll spend time in the Wind River Range accompanied by a Forest Service ranger and group of motivated peers working on service projects and backcountry living.
Projects might include building or repairing bridges; replacing trail signs; shoring up eroded trails; clearing brush; or cleaning up impacted campsites. If you’re looking to combine a wilderness expedition with a backcountry service project, this course is for you.
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Financial aid & Scholarships
NOLS supports a variety of outside financial aid options:
- AmeriCorps
- 529 College Savings Plans
- Veteran's Benefits (only for courses fully in the state of Wyoming)
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