“Where do you see yourself in five years?” This is a job interview question we’ve all been asked, and one we’re all prepared for. It’s likely we spout a rehearsed answer. Something about our intention to learn from our colleagues,...
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If you’ve made it this far on the Outward Bound website, you’ve probably seen some pretty cool pictures and videos. You’ve seen people of all ages paddling through whitewater rapids, carrying big backpacks far away from home, climbing vertical rock....
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When I was 22, I was really confused. I’ve never been good at planning—mostly because I never knew what I should be planning for. During my freshman year of college, I was completely overwhelmed by how many people seemed like...
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“Hey! All you’ve done today is follow us around and say, ‘What do you think?’” My students just realized that they had been hiking in the wrong direction for the last few hours, and they were pissed. It was mid-afternoon...
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Outward Bound for Adults isn’t a trip or a vacation, but it is a chance to unplug from the world and connect to yourself, rediscover what’s important and return to everyday life with a refreshed perspective. Outward Bound courses aren’t...
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“Technology can be our best friend, and technology can also be the biggest party pooper of our lives. It interrupts our own story, interrupts our ability to have a thought or a daydream, to imagine something wonderful, because we’re too...
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This winter or spring break, do more than go on vacation. Whether you brave snowy landscapes, opt for starry desert skies or explore tropical turquoise waters; get inspired, get motivated, get connected and get outside on an expedition with Outward Bound. 1....
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As the National Park Service celebrates its 100th anniversary this year, nature enthusiasts are hitting the trails in the 58 different national parks located in the United States. While many travelers opt for the popular sights of the Grand Canyon...
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While you do not have to be a top athlete or in peak physical condition to attend an Outward Bound course or go on an extended outdoor adventure, you do have to prepare for the challenges that physical activities in...
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Outward Bound expeditions range in length from one week to 12 weeks. Everyone should have access to life-changing Outward Bound wilderness experiences, and for that reason we accommodate a variety of schedules, skill levels and time commitments. Whether you are...
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