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http://www.achilloutdoor.com
Achill Outdoor Education Centre Open in a new browser window
   Outdoor adventure centre in County Mayo Ireland. Media rich site with video, sound and a photo gallery.
   http://www.achilloutdoor.com
http://www.adventureeducation.co.nz/
Adventure Education Open in a new browser window
   Specializes in courses for people planning careers in outdoor recreation with a focus on scuba diving. Content in English, German, Portuguese and Japanese. (Tauranga, New Zealand)
   http://www.adventureeducation.co.nz/
http://www.adventureleader.com
Adventure Education International Open in a new browser window
   Trains tertiary level outdoor guides and instructors in New Zealand for international careers in the outdoor education, adventure tourism, and outdoor recreation industries. (Tauranga, New Zealand)
   http://www.adventureleader.com
http://www.adverta.co.za
Adverta's Adventure and School Camps Open in a new browser window
   Bayete and Kareebosch Adventure and School training camps, including Corporate and Accreditation camps for leadership, adventure, wildlife and sports training clinics. Based in South Africa.
   http://www.adverta.co.za
http://www.avalanchecourse.com/
American Avalanche Institute Open in a new browser window
   Offering three levels of avalanche training courses in the western United States. Located in Jackson Hole, Wyoming.
   http://www.avalanchecourse.com/
http://www.outdooreducation.co.uk
Ardroy Outdoor Education Centre Open in a new browser window
   Offers training in mountaineering, first aid, kayaking, canoeing, and the environment with a focus on personal development. (Argyll, Scotland)
   http://www.outdooreducation.co.uk
http://www.ashevilleoutdoors.net
Asheville Outdoors Open in a new browser window
   Provides instruction in climbing and kayaking in western North Carolina. Also offers group programs and teambuilding.
   http://www.ashevilleoutdoors.net
http://www.bawt.org
Bay Area Wilderness Training Open in a new browser window
   Provides wilderness leadership training to educators. (San Francisco, California)
   http://www.bawt.org
http://www.nhbow.com
Becoming an Outdoors Woman New Hampshire Open in a new browser window
   A program sponsored by New Hampshire Fish and Game Department for women to learn new outdoors skills, increase their skill level or enjoy the comraderie of those with similar interests. (Concord, New Hampshire)
   http://www.nhbow.com
http://www.boec.vic.edu.au/
Bogong Outdoor Education Centre Open in a new browser window
   Caters to school groups but can also be hired by private or community groups. Offers rock climbing, skiing, and environmental studies.
   http://www.boec.vic.edu.au/
http://www.bradwoods.org/
Bradford Woods Outdoor and Leadership Center Open in a new browser window
   Designs and provides action learning programs including environmental education, camping and challenge programs. Plus workshops for teachers, camp directors, and field instructors. (Martinsville, Indiana)
   http://www.bradwoods.org/
http://www.buitelaar-canyoning.com
Buitelaar-Canyoning Open in a new browser window
   Based in The Netherlands, the company specializes in customized outdoor training courses for individuals or businesses in Belgium, France, and Spain.
   http://www.buitelaar-canyoning.com
http://www.oski.org/
Cal Adventures Open in a new browser window
   Youth and adult camps and team-building events offered by University of California, Berkeley campus. Includes program details and online registration.
   http://www.oski.org/
http://www.outdoor-leadership.org/
Canadian Outdoor Leadership Training Centre Open in a new browser window
   Wilderness education courses for careers in adventure tourism offered at Strathcona Park Lodge and Outdoor Education Centre on Vancouver Island. Includes course syllabus, equipment lists, instructor information, and employment opportunities. Also provides
   http://www.outdoor-leadership.org/
http://canyonlandsfieldinst.org
Canyonlands Field Institute Open in a new browser window
   Environmental organization offers school and youth programs, writing and teacher workshops, river and hiking trips, internships, and graduate residencies in environmental education. (Moab, Utah)
   http://canyonlandsfieldinst.org
http://www.castle-rock.org
Castle Rock Institute Open in a new browser window
   Offers students a program of outdoor activities for college credit. Locations in North Carolina and Australia.
   http://www.castle-rock.org
http://www.cmcpensarn.org.uk
Christian Mountain Centre Open in a new browser window
   Provider of outdoor multi-activity courses to groups and individuals, including climbing and kayaking. (Snowdonia, North Wales)
   http://www.cmcpensarn.org.uk
http://www.guideschool.com
Colorado Outdoor Adventure Guide School Open in a new browser window
   Provides training and education in the hunting guide and outfitter industry as well as other outdoor recreation professions. (Colorado Springs, Colorado)
   http://www.guideschool.com
http://www.oap.colostate.edu
Colorado State Outdoor Adventure Program Open in a new browser window
   Offers instruction, equipment rentals, and guided trips in climbing, biking, kayaking, hiking, orienteering, wilderness first aid, skiing, snowshoeing, and leave no trace backpacking. (Fort Collins, Colorado)
   http://www.oap.colostate.edu
http://www.crrobs.org/
Costa Rica Rainforest Outward Bound School Open in a new browser window
   Rainforest trekking, whitewater rafting, Spanish language study, kayaking, scuba diving, and study abroad for university credit. (San Jose, Costa Rica)
   http://www.crrobs.org/
http://www.dm-adventure.co.uk
David Matthews Open in a new browser window
   Offering instruction in hill walking, climbing, scrambling, caving, abseiling, orienteering, and D of E in the Peaks District. Includes contact information. Based in Derbyshire, UK.
   http://www.dm-adventure.co.uk
http://elmoutfitter-guidetraining.com
ELM Outfitter and Guide Training Open in a new browser window
   Offers training programs for people aspiring to be hunting guides or run an outdoor school. (Corvallis, Montana)
   http://elmoutfitter-guidetraining.com
http://www.etatraining.com/
Education Through Adventure Open in a new browser window
   Information on provided wilderness travel and positive impact camping courses, first aid trainings, first responder, CPR and AED trainings. (Jersey City, New Jersey)
   http://www.etatraining.com/
http://www.equinoxadventures.com
Equinox Adventures Open in a new browser window
   Offers paddling, climbing, adventure racing, and search and rescue courses. Also offers women-only courses and train the trainer programs. (Willowdale, Ontario)
   http://www.equinoxadventures.com
http://www.firsttrack.com.au/
First Track Adventures Open in a new browser window
   Outdoor activities and camps for schools, corporate training, and the general public. Mountain biking, canoeing, skiing, bushwalking, snorkeling, ropes courses, Koori studies. (Victoria, Australia)
   http://www.firsttrack.com.au/
http://www.go-adventuresports.com/
GO-AdventureSports Open in a new browser window
   Offers team building program, ROPES courses, and instruction in rock climbing, caving, mountain biking, and wilderness survival skills. Operates in Maryland, Virginia, and Washington, DC.
   http://www.go-adventuresports.com/
http://www.gulfsail.co.nz
Gulf Sail and Ski Specialists Open in a new browser window
   Organises group tours, activity days, education camps, and outdoor learning trips for all ages. Specializes in marine and alpine activities. (Oakhune, New Zealand)
   http://www.gulfsail.co.nz
http://members.tripod.com/outward.bound/
Hurricane Island Outward Bound Open in a new browser window
   Instruction program for potential wilderness instructors working with adolescent populations. (Tallahassee, Florida)
   http://members.tripod.com/outward.bound/
http://www.keco.org.uk
Keco Open in a new browser window
   Offers day, weekend, week-long and residential programs in a wide variety of activities. Includes details and contact information. Located in the UK.
   http://www.keco.org.uk
http://www.lagganlia.com
Lagganlia Centre Open in a new browser window
   Outdoor Education Centre offering fully serviced courses, self-catering accommodations, and leadership training courses. (Inverness-shire, Scotland)
   http://www.lagganlia.com
http://www.landmarklearning.org
Landmark Learning Open in a new browser window
   Courses and instruction for outdoor leaders, group facilitators, skills instructors, national certifications, and individualized programs. (Cullowhee, North Carolina)
   http://www.landmarklearning.org
http://www.mountaintopadventures.com/
Mountain Top Adventures Open in a new browser window
   An outdoor program for children and adults that includes backpacking, climbing, caving, and camping. (Grand Rapids, Michigan)
   http://www.mountaintopadventures.com/
http://www.nols.edu/
National Outdoor Leadership School Open in a new browser window
   Offers various skills courses in addition to wilderness leadership, courses for educators, and environmental stewardship programs. (Lander, Wyoming)
   http://www.nols.edu/
http://www.nycoutwardbound.org
New York City Outward Bound Center Open in a new browser window
   Offers targeted school programs, professional development programs for educators, organizational development programs for schools and nonprofits, adventure programs for youth, and after school and summer programs. (Long Island City, New York)
   http://www.nycoutwardbound.org
http://www.ncobs.org
North Carolina Outward Bound Open in a new browser window
   Offers adventure courses for teens and adults including mountaineering, backpacking, rock climbing, and mountain biking. (Asheville, North Carolina)
   http://www.ncobs.org
http://mountainschool.net
Northwest Mountain School Open in a new browser window
   Camps in mountaineering, rock climbing, backcountry snowboarding, and back packing. (Seattle, Washington)
   http://mountainschool.net
http://www.olts-bt.com
Outdoor Leadership Training Seminars Open in a new browser window
   Offering trips and training in climbing, backcountry skiing, whitewater rafting, and backpacking in Colorado, Utah, Arizona and New Mexico. Also offers courses in logistics, leadership, and decision making. (Denver, Colorado)
   http://www.olts-bt.com
http://www.owlsadventures.com
Outdoor Wilderness Leadership School Open in a new browser window
   Corporate development, ropes courses, mountain biking, rock climbing, kayaking, and summer camps. Offices in Virginia and Montana.
   http://www.owlsadventures.com
http://www.outdoorliteventures.co.uk
Outdoorlite Ventures Open in a new browser window
   Based in Llandovery, Wales. Provides instruction in climbing, navigation, caving, kayaking, and winter skills.
   http://www.outdoorliteventures.co.uk
http://www.outward-bound.org/
Outward Bound International Open in a new browser window
   A network of schools in over 40 countries. Outward Bound programs provide challenging experiences in unfamiliar settings to help people discover their potential and look after the world around them.
   http://www.outward-bound.org/
http://www.outwardbound.org.za
Outward Bound South Africa Open in a new browser window
   An international non-profit experiential education organisation that uses the outdoors to promote individual growth and community. (Knysna, South Africa)
   http://www.outwardbound.org.za
http://www.outwardbound.org
Outward Bound USA Open in a new browser window
   Non-profit organization with five locations in the United States. Programs emphasize personal growth through experience and challenge in the wilderness. National headquarters located in Garrison, New York.
   http://www.outwardbound.org
http://www.plasgwynant.org.uk
Plas Gwynant Outdoor Education Centre Open in a new browser window
   Residential outdoor pursuits courses in Snowdonia including canoeing, kayaking, climbing, and hillwalking. Based near Beddgelert.
   http://www.plasgwynant.org.uk
http://www.rippleffect.net/
Rippleffect Open in a new browser window
   A community-based youth development organization specializing in adventure and wilderness experiences that build confidence and self-esteem. Based in Portland, Maine, USA.
   http://www.rippleffect.net/
http://www.riverskills.com/
River Skills Center Open in a new browser window
   Classes, training and certification in Wilderness First Responder, Wilderness First Aid and CPR, Swiftwater Rescue and Safety, Rock Rescue and Class IV/V Whitewater Skills. (Mt. Shasta, California)
   http://www.riverskills.com/
http://www.royaltine.com
Royal Tine Guide and Packer School Open in a new browser window
   Offers big game guide training plus fly fishing and camp cooking courses. (Philipsburg, Montana)
   http://www.royaltine.com
http://www.wildlifecollege.org.za
Southern African Wildlife College Open in a new browser window
   Courses for protected area managers to manage their areas and associated wildlife populations sustainably. (Hoedspruit, South Africa)
   http://www.wildlifecollege.org.za
http://outdoor-education.com
Strathcona Outdoor Education Centre. Open in a new browser window
   Training and wilderness leadership courses for careers in outdoor education and adventure tourism. (Campbell River, British Columbia, Canada )
   http://outdoor-education.com
http://www.superiorinstitute.net/
Superior Institute Open in a new browser window
   Teaches minimal impact camping, cooking in the wilderness, backpacking techniques, kayaking, and map and compass skills plus environmental awareness and natural history. (Highland Park, Illinois)
   http://www.superiorinstitute.net/
http://www.adventure.ie/
The Adventure Agency Open in a new browser window
   Specializing in outings for a company, group, or individuals including team building exercises and outdoor instruction. Includes activities available, and quote request.
   http://www.adventure.ie/
http://www.oeg.net.au/
The Outdoor Education Group Open in a new browser window
   An independent non-profit organisation which teaches students on adventure based, outdoor experiential learning courses ranging from 2 to 33 days in length. Based in Victoria, Australia.
   http://www.oeg.net.au/
http://www.ucalgary.ca/opc
University of Calgary Outdoor Program Centre Open in a new browser window
   Offers snow and ice, land, and water courses plus equipment rental, and repair service. Also runs a climbing wall and kayak pool. (Calgary, Alberta, Canada)
   http://www.ucalgary.ca/opc
http://www.vobs.com
Voyageur Outward Bound School Open in a new browser window
   Helps young people pursue challenging wilderness experiences in order to gain a greater understanding and acceptance of themselves and others. (Ely, Minnesota)
   http://www.vobs.com
http://www.dorsetcc.gov.uk/index.jsp?articleid=2604
Weymouth Outdoor Education Centre Open in a new browser window
   Activities include climbing, orienteering, kayaking, caving, and environmental education. (Weymouth, England)
   http://www.dorsetcc.gov.uk/index.jsp?articleid=2604
http://www.wilderness-expertise.co.uk
Wilderness Expertise Open in a new browser window
   Outdoor courses and expeditions designed for schools or businesses. Operates primarily in the United Kingdom. (Berkshire, England)
   http://www.wilderness-expertise.co.uk

Last Updated: 2005-01-31 00:15:05