Expeditions

Wind River Hiking - 18 and over

Your course will take place in the Wind River or the Absaroka Mountains: rugged, glacier-carved mountains renowned for their sheer granite walls and famous for their beautiful alpine lakes.

Duration

7 days

Age

18+

Jared Steinman_WFR-24

Overview

About this course

Your course will take place in the Wind River or the Absaroka Mountains: rugged, glacier-carved mountains renowned for their sheer granite walls and famous for their beautiful alpine lakes. You’ll backpack in a wilderness surrounded by towering peaks and perennial snow. This course has been designed specifically for people with a desire to backpack and learn outdoor skills, a commitment to group over self, and a willingness to get out of one’s comfort zone and learn from others.

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From

$2,680 - $2,750

Tuition varies by location. Financial aid available.

Duration

7 days

Location types

Lander, WY

Equipment Deposit

200

Academic Credit

Start/End

Lander, WY

Fly In/Out

Riverton, WY (RIW) or Casper, WY (CPR)

Course Session Dates

No Course Sessions enrolling.

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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