Nevada Outdoor School

Nevada Outdoor School Do you love the outdoors? NOS provides youth, training & healthy community programs across the state of Nevada!

Our mission is to inspire exploration of the natural world, responsible stewarship of our habitat, and dedication to community.

Adventure doesn’t have to mean a long drive, expensive gear, or days away from home. Sometimes, the most meaningful outd...
06/11/2026

Adventure doesn’t have to mean a long drive, expensive gear, or days away from home. Sometimes, the most meaningful outdoor experiences happen right in your own backyard—or just a few minutes down the road. That’s the idea behind microadventures: small, simple, and accessible ways to get outside, explore, and reconnect with nature.

Whether you have a free afternoon, a few hours after work, or a weekend morning, microadventures make it possible to build outdoor time into your everyday life.

06/10/2026

🎣 Looking for a Free Fishing Day event in eastern Nevada?

Join us June 13 at South Fork Recreation Area or Cave Lake State Park to celebrate Free Fishing Day.

No fishing license is required, and free rods, tackle and bait will be available for the first 100 kids at South Fork and the first 50 kids at Cave Lake.

Bring the family, try fishing for the first time and enjoy a day on the water.

Event details and registration ⬇️

Cave Lake State Park: ndow.org/events/free-fishing-day-2026-cave-lake-state-park/

South Fork Recreation Area: ndow.org/events/free-fishing-day-2026-south-fork-state-recreation-area/

Summer Camp Season is in full swing at NOS!
06/10/2026

Summer Camp Season is in full swing at NOS!

📣📣 What's New at NOS!On May 7, Nevada Outdoor School team members from Elko traveled to Winnemucca for a SafeTalk traini...
06/10/2026

📣📣 What's New at NOS!

On May 7, Nevada Outdoor School team members from Elko traveled to Winnemucca for a SafeTalk training before gathering at the Winnemucca office for an evening of outdoor cooking and team building with Mel. Together, the group prepared lasagna, garlic bread, salad, and brownies while learning the fundamentals of Dutch oven cooking. Mel guided participants through important outdoor cooking skills, including how to light briquettes, determine the correct number to use, and safely manage cooking temperatures. While dinner cooked, the team played games that encouraged bonding and sparked ideas for future camp and program activities. The evening concluded with everyone sharing a meal together and working as a team to clean up before the Elko members returned home.

🏛️ Historical Walk in Winnemucca - Again!🚶‍♂️Join us for a guided historical walk through Winnemucca and discover the st...
06/10/2026

🏛️ Historical Walk in Winnemucca - Again!🚶‍♂️

Join us for a guided historical walk through Winnemucca and discover the stories that shaped the community! This engaging experience will explore local history, culture, and meaningful landmarks while helping participants build a deeper connection to the place, they call home.

Perfect for all ages, this walk is a great way to learn, explore, and see Winnemucca from a new perspective.

📍Nixon's Lawn
🗓 July 8
⏰4:30 PM

Come connect with history and your community!

✨ TheTwilight Glowball Charity Golf Scramble is back✨Get ready for a night of glowing fun, friendly competition, and giv...
06/09/2026

✨ TheTwilight Glowball Charity Golf Scramble is back✨
Get ready for a night of glowing fun, friendly competition, and giving back! Nevada Outdoor School invites you to tee off under the stars at our Twilight Glowball Tournament Charity Golf Scramble, a unique evening golf experience that supports outdoor education across rural Northern Nevada.

📍 Location: Winnemucca Golf Course
🗓 Date & Time: August 22nd at 5pm
🍽️ Dinner is included!
$480 per team of 4

🔗 Register here:
https://campscui.active.com/orgs/NevadaOutdoorSchool1?orglink=camps-registration

🌟 What to Expect:
• Glow-in-the-dark golf! ⛳🌙
• Prizes for top teams and fun on-course challenges
• Raffle items packed with outdoor goodies 🎁
• Course advantages to give your team the edge

Gather your crew, break out your neon, and join us for a glowing good time — all in support of Nevada Outdoor School’s mission to get more people outside, more often.

📞 For questions, call 775-623-5656
We’ll see you on the glowing green! 💡🏌️‍♀️🌌

Leave the Campsite Better Than You Found It ✨A great camping trip doesn’t end when the tent comes down. Before you leave...
06/09/2026

Leave the Campsite Better Than You Found It ✨

A great camping trip doesn’t end when the tent comes down. Before you leave your campsite, do one last sweep for trash, food scraps, and forgotten gear.

Even small items like bottle caps, twist ties, and snack wrappers can impact wildlife and natural spaces. Pack it all out and leave your site better than you found it. 🏕️💚

Small actions make a big difference outdoors.

06/08/2026

🌟 FINAL CALL: Sign Up for the City of Elko's Kids Programs! 🌟
Hey parents and guardians! Tomorrow (6/8/2026) at NOON is the deadline to register your little heroes for this week’s exciting adventures with Elko Parks and Recreation's!
This week, our action-packed lineup includes:
✨ Kids & Tot Fitness Classes with Elise – get ready to move like superheroes!
🦉 Nevada Outdoor Schools' Owl Lessons for older kids.
🌊 Ocean Adventure for the tiny tots.
🏝️ Themed Day Camps: Trapped on a Deserted Island & Bird House Building fun!
Don't let your kiddos miss out on this amazing adventure. Register now and ensure they have an unforgettable experience! 🌈
👉 Sign up TODAY and join the fun! elkorec.activityreg.com

🌲☀️ Summer Camps at Nevada Outdoor School (Ages 5–17)Adventure starts here! Our summer camps get kids outside to explore...
06/08/2026

🌲☀️ Summer Camps at Nevada Outdoor School (Ages 5–17)
Adventure starts here! Our summer camps get kids outside to explore nature, learn outdoor skills, make new friends, and build confidence. From fun games and hands-on discovery for younger campers to bigger adventures and camping for teens, there’s something for every age.

Fresh air, new skills, and unforgettable memories await! https://campscui.active.com/orgs/NevadaOutdoorSchool1?orglink=camps-registration

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655 Anderson Street
Winnemucca, NV
89445

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Monday 8am - 4pm
Tuesday 8am - 4pm
Wednesday 8am - 4pm
Thursday 8am - 4pm
Friday 8am - 4pm

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