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06.29.24
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Empowering Change: The Latest from Our Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Director

Curious about our most recent endeavors in Diversity, Equity and Inclusion? In this blog post, we review our 2024 Action Plan and share what’s ahead in our equity work for Outward Bound in the US.  Just over a year into... READ MORE
05.10.24
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Making Waves in the Moab Community: A Look into the Returning Rapids Project with Former COBS Staff Members

When it comes to outdoor education and experiential learning, Outward Bound in the US stands out as a leader in fostering community, care, and curiosity among its people, from students to staff members. These foundations stay with individuals long after... READ MORE
03.04.24
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The Best Experience for Every Student Every Time

An Update from Outward Bound USA’s Professional Learning Lab: Progress, Successes, and What’s Ahead Just like our students, Outward Bound in the US is committed to challenging ourselves as an organization. We seek to continuously improve the quality of our... READ MORE
07.27.23
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Q&A with Outdoor Educator Alum Alex Babinski

As one of our most unique program lines, people often ask what they can expect from an Outdoor Educator course and if it’s the right fit for them. While the program is intentionally designed for individuals seeking or interested in... READ MORE
05.01.23
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Michael Nutter, 30 years of Outward Bound

When Outward Bound USA board member and former Philadelphia mayor, Michael Nutter, found himself on a pulling boat in the Chesapeake Bay in 1992, he had questions. While he admits that he wasn’t expecting a yacht, once he boarded the... READ MORE
04.13.23
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Make Outward Bound Part of Your Gap Year

Each year, high school seniors and young adults are tasked with discovering the perfect answer to “what’s next?” Throw in the aftereffects a global pandemic has had on the social and emotional health of teens—and that question becomes a million... READ MORE
02.01.23
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Who Answers the Phone When You Call Outward Bound?

So, you’ve decided to go on an Outward Bound expedition, or sign your kid up for one. First – CONGRATS, we’re thrilled you’ve made the initial step. Secondly, we know our expeditions are an investment and with any investment, you... READ MORE
12.02.22
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Climbing Mountains: From Outward Bound Expeditions to the Highest Peaks of the Beer Industry

An Interview with Outward Bound Alum, Jim Koch: Chairman and founder of Boston Beer Company, and brewer of Sam Adams beer By Daniel Lilienthal  Going Outward Bound  Jim Koch is one of the world’s most successful beer brewers, creating Sam Adams... READ MORE
08.08.22
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How Will I Survive Without My Phone?

So, you just found out you have to give up your phone while on your Outward Bound expedition. GASP. We know you are probably dealing with a lot of shock and maybe a tinge of resentment and anger. That’s okay... READ MORE
06.15.22
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Alumni Spotlight: Meet Mike Stanley

Outward Bound did not come into Mike Stanley’s life as a 14-year-old middle school student or during a gap year in college. Mike found Outward Bound, and ultimately himself, as a 54-year-old.   It was 1987 and Mike knew he needed... READ MORE