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01.26.11
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Outward Bound’s At-Risk Programs for Troubled Teens and Families – Making an Impact

Ah yes, the classic Outward Bound Wilderness experience! Outward Bound is known around the world as the premier outdoor leadership program, taking youth into the wilderness and changing their lives through challenge and adventure. Our outdoor programs are designed to... READ MORE
01.11.11
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Hurricane Island Handbook Series: Snow Caves and Igloos for Winter Outdoor Adventures

The time has come for our next installment of handy tips and techniques for winter camping and outdoor activities. Today, we are exploring snow caves and igloos. When I was a kid, I remember setting out to build an igloo... READ MORE
01.05.11
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Outward Bound’s Focus on Outdoor Leadership and Service Inspire Josh McLane’s Aid Project on the Other Side of the Globe

Josh McLane, the Founder of The Amani Project and former Outward Bound student, brought along this Outward Bound bandanna when he summited Kilimanjaro, Africa’s highest peak. At the end of December, Outward Bound alumnus Josh McLane returned from three months... READ MORE
12.22.10
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Outward Bound Holiday Song

We have a lot of multi-talented people at the Outward Bound offices in Golden, Colorado. Mostly, the office staff spends our days working diligently to deliver our students and community the most impactful and life-changing outdoor programs and wilderness expeditions... READ MORE
12.10.10
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Get Inspiration from Outward Bound Readings Book

Oftentimes, students from our outdoor leadership programs ask us about the Readings Book their instructors carry. The Readings Book is a collection of hundreds of our instructors’ favorite quotes used at the “right moments” to inspire students, make them laugh... READ MORE
12.04.10
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2010 National Benefit Dinner Photo Album

We promised you pictures, and here they are! The Grand Ballroom is filled with guests at the 2010 National Benefit Dinner. The Outward Bound National Benefit Dinner has come and gone this year. But, the pictures and results of the... READ MORE
11.19.10
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Have Pinecone, Will Travel: An Outward Bound Student Reflects on How 12 Days in the Wilderness Impacted His Life

Recently, one of our alums posted a hysterical quote on our Outward Bound Facebook page. We got in touch with Jonathan, and he shared this story about the course he took back in 1998 in the Montana Absaroka-Beartooth Wilderness. Here’s... READ MORE
11.18.10
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HEROES AT HOME – A Fundraiser to Support our Troops

Veterans Day has come and gone this year, but at Outward Bound we are honored to have opportunities to celebrate our veterans throughout the year. Thanks to the work of our amazing volunteers and partners, we have the ability to... READ MORE
11.05.10
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Outward Bound’s Educational and Entertaining Tips on Proper Skiing Techniques

Now that winter is just around the corner, many of you are probably beginning to think about cold weather activities and getting outside in the snow. Here in Colorado, a few ski areas are already open! Hundreds of people are... READ MORE
11.04.10
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2010 Outward Bound National Benefit Dinner by the Numbers

Outward Bound’s annual fundraising gala went off without a hitch (and with an Outward Bound Sharpie) last week at the historic Riverside Church of New York. Thank you to all our alumni and generous supporters who made the night a... READ MORE