Life During Semester

Buffet meals, shared accommodation, outdoors all the time, group based decisions, living off the grid: your lifestyle at COLT is probably nothing like your life at home. Here's an idea of what to expect during the COLT semester.

Certifications

They're only pieces of paper, but the certificates you earn during COLT are your ticket to future employment and a plaque to all your hard work. You have the chance to earn eight certifications, including an overall COLT diploma.

Syllabus

As you'll see reading a sample COLT itinerary, no two days are the same during the semester. You'll explore new places, learn new skills and take on new challenges every day.

Student Life

This diverse program attracts a diverse range of students. From 19 to 50-plus, professionals, college and high school graduates, experienced outdoors people and camping newbies, all have been successful at COLT.

Students have come from around the world and right next door. Many are looking for a career in the outdoor industry. Others are looking for a break, a gap year or leave of absence from their job. Some are looking to change careers or simply to learn outdoor skills at a high level. All are welcome.

The only prerequisites are a love for the outdoors and a positive attitude.