Why we’re here.
The Wallowa Mountain Institute (WMI) works to educate and engage with all ages of young people through place-based, hands-on programs, increasing knowledge on rural issues, growing leadership capacity, building workforce development, and encouraging community and land stewardship. We are a program supported and housed under the non-profit entity Wallowa Resources.
All of our programs strive to…
Promote a deeper connection to the outdoors and local rural landscape
Educate the next generation of land stewards and community leaders
Increase K-12 STEM learning opportunities and science literacy
Create equitable access to outdoor science programs for ALL
Meet the Flock
Emily Bratcher
Youth Education Manager
Lily Rhoades
Youth Expedition Coordinator
Jacob Losby
Workforce Development Coordinator
Youth Education Specialist
Aaron Maxwell