NOLS Expedition Planning

• The guide for planning a successful trip, short or long

• Research access to public land, domestic and international

• Create a budget and find additional funding

• Choose essential gear, with checklists for personal and group gear

• Plan food and fuel requirements

• How to prepare mentally and physically

• Health issues, including insurance, illnesses, and injuries

• Transportation and lodging

• How to deal with risks in the wilderness

• Leave No Trace principles for sustainable travel