TETON VALLEY Matt Burke 34 www.nols.edu • (800) 710-<strong>NOLS</strong> • admissions@nols.edu
Nestled below the western flanks of the magnificent Te<strong>to</strong>n Mountains in Driggs, Idaho, <strong>NOLS</strong> Te<strong>to</strong>n Valley is <strong>our</strong> base for exploring the western Rocky Mountain region. We specialize in winter and combination backpacking and rafting c<strong>our</strong>ses, and we are the hub of the <strong>NOLS</strong> Adventure programs, offering two-week hiking and f<strong>our</strong>-week hiking and rafting c<strong>our</strong>ses for 14- and 15-year-olds ready for a summer outside. Join us this summer <strong>to</strong> look out over pristine mountain valleys, hike over Lemhi Pass in the footsteps of Lewis and Clark, and raft in the Lower 48’s largest designated wilderness area when you paddle the wild and scenic Main Salmon River. Come in the winter <strong>to</strong> ski or ride unparalleled powder in <strong>our</strong> Te<strong>to</strong>n classroom where you will develop y<strong>our</strong> avalanche awareness and rekindle y<strong>our</strong> sense of play as you build shelters made of snow. Discover with <strong>NOLS</strong> the rugged and intriguing mountains of the Old West—the vast backcountry of Idaho, Montana, and western Wyoming—as you explore y<strong>our</strong> leadership style. TETON VALLEY Elliot Johns<strong>to</strong>n Whitewater paddling requires communication, teamwork, and technical skills—all part of the <strong>NOLS</strong> core curriculum. Salmon River, Idaho At <strong>NOLS</strong>, you’ll learn <strong>to</strong> recognize the strengths of every member of the team. Salmon River, Idaho. Facing page: <strong>NOLS</strong> Te<strong>to</strong>n Valley will be y<strong>our</strong> portal <strong>to</strong> a winter wilderness. Kitten Ridge, near Yellows<strong>to</strong>ne National Park, Wyoming Craig Muderlak SALMON BACKPACKING AND RAFTING Explore the sculpted peaks of the craggy Lemhis and raft the Main Salmon River, an exceptional blend of whitewater, wildlife, and American frontier his<strong>to</strong>ry. Y<strong>our</strong> 28-day expedition starts with an 18- day wilderness hiking section. You’ll climb peaks and fish for trout as you learn <strong>to</strong> travel through rugged mountain terrain. Group management in steep terrain and map reading are two of the skills you’ll learn on y<strong>our</strong> way <strong>to</strong> becoming a competent backcountry traveler. Then you’ll swap backpacks for boats. For 10 days you will navigate the Salmon’s whitewater in paddle rafts and oar rigs, learning strokes, commands, guiding basics, and advanced maneuvering. The Frank Church River of No Return Wilderness is home <strong>to</strong> abundant wildlife, including gray wolves, peregrine falcons, black bears, and bald eagles. It is also full of human his<strong>to</strong>ry and you will have the chance <strong>to</strong> s<strong>to</strong>p at one or more of the old homesteads along the river. Following in the footsteps of mountain men like Buckskin Bill, you <strong>to</strong>o will see great sights and learn skills for future exploration in the wilderness. DETAILS Features <strong>world</strong>-famous Orvis fly-fishing curriculum and gear. Age and Length: 16 & Over • Average age: 19 • Duration: 28 days Tuition: $5,335 Optional College Credit: 2 h<strong>our</strong>s Environmental Ethics, 2 h<strong>our</strong>s Leadership Techniques, 2 h<strong>our</strong>s Skills Practicum Dates: page 105 35