Wilderness Education
KNOWLEDGE IS POWER
Educating individuals and communities about the importance of wilderness is at the core of what we do.
From naturalist hikes to community events to our popular Trail Ambassador program, ABWF is committed to connecting folks with the information and insight they need to appreciate, respect, and connect with the Absaroka-Beartooth Wilderness. Each summer, we host a number of educational hikes and skills training designed to introduce participants to the natural and cultural wonders of The AB while stretching your legs on one of The AB’s treasured landscapes. Keep an eye on our events page for hikes with naturalists, botanists, biologists, geologists, and more. In addition to educational hikes and traditional skills seminars, we sponsor educational talks, events, webinars, and other community events. Keep an eye on the events page for those as well.
Ready to dig in?
Here are a few resources to get your started.
Wilderness Portals
Coming soon: our new blog series on “Wilderness Portals,” which showcases the results of our ongoing trailhead inventory work. In our Wilderness Portals series, you’ll find key information about the trailheads that will lead you into The AB, and what to expect at each one.
Leave No Trace
Leave No Trace continues to be a powerful and useful framework for best practices in the great outdoors. Check out the seven Leave No Trace principles for guidance on how to make the most of your time outside while having the least amount of impact on our wildlands
Yellowstone’s Capstone Atlas
“Whether you've been to the Absarokas and Beartooths or not, whether you live nearby them or not, this book conveys the spirit and allure of beloved high country anywhere on the planet.” - Atlas review in Mountain Journal
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