Big City Mountaineers (BCM) instills critical life skills in under-resourced youth through transformative wilderness mentoring experiences. In close partnership with local youth development agencies in six cities, BCM implements a unique, proven curriculum that measurably increases developmental assets shown to help kids thrive back at home.

The American Mountain Guides Association (AMGA) is a 501(c)3 nonprofit dedicated to supporting the American mountain guiding and climbing instructor craft. Since 1979, the AMGA has been setting standards for guiding instruction, shaping the future for facilitated access on public lands, and organizing a unified community of guides and clients. By providing mountain guides with resources, services, and credentials to boost their careers in the mountain craft, it is the leading educational organization for America’s community of climbers and skiers.

Deuter USA has partnered with the National Outdoor Leadership School since 2004. Founded in 1965, NOLS has supported over 360,000 students on field expeditions and wilderness medicine courses. The Expedition series has been an integral part of our collaboration with NOLS. We believe in their mission to educate outdoor enthusiasts whether on Wilderness Medicine or Expedition courses.

The Continental Divide Trail Coalition works to complete, promote and protect the 3,100-mile Continental Divide National Scenic Trail. With programs ranging from trail maintenance to community outreach to federal advocacy, CDTC aims to build a strong community of supporters who want to see the CDT and its stunning Rocky Mountain settings protected for generations to come.