What's New at NOS! September 2025

September was a month full of creativity, connection, and community for Nevada Outdoor School! As summer came to a close, our team celebrated the season’s end with local families, artists, and educators across Northern Nevada. From roasting s’mores under the stars in Lander County to painting the beauty of Lamoille Canyon, and preparing to bring our updated Nature in My World curriculum into classrooms, September was a wonderful reminder of how outdoor experiences can inspire learning and bring people together.

September 13 | End of Summer Bash

Nevada Outdoor School wrapped up the season with an End of Summer Bash on September 13 in partnership with Lander County. The celebration brought together 130 community members for an evening filled with s’mores, yard games, and plenty of laughter. Families especially enjoyed the bounce houses, which were a huge hit with the kids. Adding to the fun, the event coincided with a lemonade walk, making it a perfect way to close out summer with sweet treats, outdoor play, and community connection.

September 27 | Celebrate the Canyon through Art

On September 27, Nevada Outdoor School joined the community in celebrating the beauty of Lamoille Canyon through art. Twenty-one artists gathered to paint, draw, and photograph the stunning scenery, capturing the canyon’s natural wonder in their own unique styles. Kim and MaKayla hosted an engaging art station for families and children, offering hands-on creativity with watercolor painting and air-dry clay. While only four children participated, the event fostered meaningful connections with several artists—opening the door to potential future collaborations that celebrate both art and the outdoors.

September 27 | Wild Horse NPLD

September | Elko NIMW

In September, Nevada Outdoor School’s Elko team was busy connecting with teachers and scheduling lessons for the upcoming school year. With the newly revamped NIMW (Nature in My World) curriculum, NOS educators are now able to visit each classroom five times a year instead of two—providing more opportunities to engage students in meaningful, hands-on environmental learning. This expanded schedule will strengthen relationships with teachers and students while inspiring curiosity about the natural world and the ways our choices impact the environment around us. Throughout the year, NOS will visit more than 60 classrooms during October, November, February, March, and April.

As September came to an end, Nevada Outdoor School was grateful for the many ways our community came together to celebrate nature, creativity, and learning. Whether through art, outdoor play, or classroom exploration, each event reflected our mission to connect people with the outdoors and inspire stewardship of Nevada’s natural spaces. We look forward to carrying that momentum into the seasons ahead!