Wilderness Leadership Institute (WLI) is an educational organization rooted in adventure based experiential learning. We facilitate a variety of leadership trainings, adventure programs and technical courses for people from all walks of life. Whether you are a seasoned outdoor professional, outdoor enthusiast or someone interested in new experiences that are challenging and enriching, we have cour
ses designed to teach and inspire you. WLI offers course in rock climbing, wilderness medicine, sea kayaking, mountaineering, ice climbing, navigation and backpacking. We provide a holistic approach to adventure education, with our unique curriculum emphasizing personal growth and professional development. Our beginning and intermediate programs focus on skills acquisition, facilitation and hazard assessment, while our advanced courses highlight technical competency, risk management and leadership. Students may obtain several highly sought after certifications offered by WLI. These include certifications from the America Mountain Guide Association (AMGA) in rock climbing, Wilderness Medical Associates (WMA) in wilderness emergency medicine, and American Canoe Association (ACA) in sea kayaking and Leave No Trace (LNT) in minimum impact wilderness travel. These certifications represent the highest standard in outdoor experiential education, affording the wilderness professional and outdoor enthusiast alike the unique opportunity to attend progressive courses in multiple recreational disciplines. Students of WLI courses gain personal efficacy, content mastery and the empowering experience of an adventurous education.
