Finding My Place in the Outdoors: A Journey of Growth Through Backcountry Squatters

by Darby Knoll | Oct 14, 2024 | From Past Scholarship Recipients

Ella was a recipient of the 2022 Spring scholarship for outdoor education and completed an Canyoneering course through the University of Utah which helped her embrace her full outdoor potential.

Ice Climbing w/ Jaime

by Darby Knoll | Sep 17, 2024 | From Past Scholarship Recipients

Representation in the Outdoor Industry & The Wilderness First Responder Course with Adi

by Darby Knoll | Jun 17, 2024 | From Past Scholarship Recipients

Adi Sadeh was a recipient of the 2022 Fall scholarship for outdoor education and received her Wilderness First Responder certification through NOLS.

Wilderness First Responder Training w/ Clare

by Darby Knoll | May 12, 2024 | From Past Scholarship Recipients

Assistant Overnight Guide Sea Kayak with Alana

by Darby Knoll | Feb 14, 2024 | From Past Scholarship Recipients

Alana Norie was a recipient of the 2023 Spring scholarship for outdoor education and received their Assistant Overnight Guide in Clayoquot Sound, BC, Canada.

Swiftwater Rescue w/ Andie

by Darby Knoll | Nov 28, 2023 | From Past Scholarship Recipients

I wanted to feel more comfortable and empowered as an individual in the water as well as contribute to growing the Whitewater Kayaking Club at Columbia so I decided to take a Swiftwater Rescue Course this summer. This opportunity was only possible through the scholarship I received from Backcountry Squatters.