Wilderness WiFi Certification Course

In this course you’ll learn:

• Identifying high-altitude hotspots
• Crafting the best out-of-doors autoreply
• Low-impact, low-signal practices
• DIY natural signal boosts
• Offline content creation
• Signal-less messaging

Learn more at Staying Connected: Introducing Wilderness WiFi Certification Course

April Fools! 

While new technology is accelerating our options for emergency response and accessibility, and a future of constant connectivity may not be far off, cell service and internet-based tools should be considered secondary to other forms of preparation and risk mitigation. To learn about the real life options for integrating technology into your skillset, check out Wilderness Navigation: Finding Your Way Using Map, Compass, Altimeter, & GPS or peruse one of our navigation courses.

People have been capturing and sharing their experiences of the natural world through art for millennia, and online storytelling creates space for new social and cultural meaning and better representation in outdoor recreation. As with all aspects of outdoor recreation, we should consider the impact of our voice and platforms both on trail and off. We envision a world where everyone can enjoy the natural world and find belonging in our outdoor community, even from the end of a selfie stick.