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Blue Ridge Mountains to Florida & Patagonia Leadership Semester
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Building Bridges and Belonging in 2024 (and Beyond)
We’re all about adventure, challenge, and helping people unlock their full potential. But we don’t just teach outdoor skills—we create spaces where everyone feels welcome, seen, and empowered. In 2024, we made big moves to make our programs even more... READ MORE
Visionaries of Impact: How OBUSA’s New Board is Shaping the Future for 80,000 Youth
The Outward Bound USA national board gathered in Colorado earlier this fall to discuss the future of its transformative outdoor education programming. Outward Bound prioritizes and honors diversity, holding the belief that the most profound forms of education occur when... READ MORE
From Cheerleader to Change-Maker: Lee Skold’s Unwavering Commitment to Outward Bound
Today, we honor an extraordinary individual: Lee B. Skold. For twenty years, Lee has been a guiding force at Outward Bound USA and the Voyageur Outward Bound School (VOBS). His commitment as a leader, board member, and friend has profoundly... READ MORE