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07.10.18
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To and Through—How an NYC Outward Bound Alum Helps Students Journey to College

What if traditional classroom learning could be as challenging and engaging as an Outward Bound wilderness course? This question is at the core of NYC Outward Bound Schools—an urban embodiment of Outward Bound that joins together demanding and engaging learning... READ MORE
04.23.18
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Building Bridges of Trust: Inside the Outward Bound Police Youth Challenge

It’s not difficult to find angst and unrest between civilians and law enforcement authorities these days. It’s a frequent topic on the news and seems to be an issue in every major city across the country. The gap of understanding... READ MORE
11.29.17
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2017 Josh Miner Award

Outward Bound’s mission is to change lives through challenge and discovery. Through our courses, teachings and process, our goal is for each student to walk away a more resilient and compassionate individual. Our work would not be possible without our passionate, dedicated and amazing... READ MORE
11.20.17
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Outward Bound Women Across Generations

What does it mean to be a “trail breaker?” For anyone who’s completed an Outward Bound course, it means facing challenges head-on, stepping into roles of leadership, digging deep and cultivating newfound resilience. Last month, we were joined by more than... READ MORE
08.15.17
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PART 2: Intercept Student Perspective

Read a firsthand account of the Outward Bound Intercept program from a recent graduate of the 50-day Intercept Boundary Waters Semester expedition. Zak takes us through his experience, highlights what he learned and what he will take away moving forward. This is... READ MORE
07.24.17
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PART 1: Intercept Student Perspective

Read a firsthand account of the Outward Bound Intercept program from a recent graduate of the 50-day Intercept Boundary Waters Semester expedition. Zak takes us through his experience, highlights what he learned and what he will take away moving forward. We are... READ MORE
07.07.17
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PRESS RELEASE: Outward Bound USA receives $5 million from The S.D. Bechtel, Jr. Foundation to launch the Outward Bound Professional Learning Lab

FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT: Jeffrey Greggs, on behalf of Outward Bound USA PR@OutwardBound.org 917-691-5459 Golden, Colorado, June 30, 2017 – Outward Bound USA is pleased to announce the launch of the Outward Bound Professional Learning Lab, made possible through the generous... READ MORE
05.22.17
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Rohan Freeman: Outward Bound Board Member, Climber Extraordinaire

A Different Challenge Than Climbing Mountains We sat down recently with Outward Bound USA’s newest board member, Rohan Freeman, to talk about his background, how he connected with Outward Bound and his thoughts on joining the organization. Freeman is the... READ MORE
10.07.16
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Dean of Columbia University’s Graduate School of Education to Receive Kurt Hahn Award

Provost and Dean of the Teachers College, Columbia University’s Graduate School of Education, Tom James will receive the 2016 Kurt Hahn Award. Named in honor of Outward Bound’s founder, the Kurt Hahn Award is presented annually to a person who exemplifies... READ MORE