Nevada Outdoor School inspires exploration of the natural world, responsible stewardship of our habitat and dedication to community.

Mission Statement:
Nevada Outdoor School inspires exploration of the natural world, responsible stewardship of our habitat and dedication to community.

The History of NOS:

Nevada Outdoor School (NOS) was founded in 2002 by Stephanie Lefevre.  She desired to establish an outdoor education program in rural Nevada that would create a sense of land stewardship amongst students of all ages.  NOS gained its 501c3 non-profit status in 2003, in partnership with the Bureau of Land Management, Nevada Conservation Corps, AmeriCorps, the City of Winnemucca and Humboldt County.  Over the next few years, NOS increased funding through grants and strengthening partnerships with organizations such as the National Civilian Community Corps and the United Way.  By 2006, NOS created over 20 volunteer positions through AmeriCorps, VISTA and the British Trust of Conservation Volunteers (BTCV) program.  

In the last several years NOS directly served tens of thousands of rural students through a variety of community outreach programs, on-site education in classrooms, teacher training workshops, and summer camps. NOS is now the main hub of AmeriCorps Sate and VISTA in Rural Nevada, placing over 30 AmeriCorps State and VISTA volunteers into 12 valuable organizations.  Today, NOS has formed strong partnerships with many local and regional organizations, corporations and agencies to create a coalition networked all across rural northern Nevada.  Recently, Stephanie Lefevre stepped down as Executive Director and passed the reins to Andy Hart who is excited to continue and build upon the great programs and level of service NOS has provided over the coming years.