No two leaders are the same, but confident leaders tend to have these five traits. From communities to organizations, a confident leader is a person who can shape and guide individuals while making decisions to keep the world moving. They... READ MORE
No matter how you choose to recreate, these outdoor apps, classes and resources will give you the skills, confidence and knowledge to go boldly and responsibly outdoors. I don’t know about you, but while we’ve collectively held our breaths... READ MORE
Deciding what type of expedition is right for your teen can feel overwhelming—we’re here to help. This post was originally published on August 9, 2018, and updated on April 6, 2021. The list of things teens learn on Outward... READ MORE
Travel east to west with Outward Bound and discover some of the places you can explore on an outdoor expedition. America boasts amazing and varied opportunities for outdoor adventure. Even in multiple lifetimes, you couldn’t experience it all. If... READ MORE
Christian Vogelgesang, an Instructor with Outward Bound in North Carolina, reflects on his key takeaways from this past year. From practicing compassion to sitting still, Christian describes the lessons that keep him moving forward. A global pandemic. Worldwide lockdowns. More... READ MORE
Spoiler Alert: This Desert Southwest love story ends in heartache—we don’t end up together, the timing is wrong and tears are shed. But contrary to what I thought at the time, this story is far from being bad. It’s actually... READ MORE
The idea of summer as a chance to relax, recharge and forget about everything sticks with us long after the idyllic weeks between elementary school grades are gone. Children have a way of reminding us adults that it’s important... READ MORE
When you think of leadership, do you picture one person leading the way for a whole group of people? A sole leader giving orders that are followed by subordinates? Someone who’s constantly stressed because of all the high-pressured decision-making... READ MORE
Looking for a simple way to pack out vegetarian backcountry meals on an expedition? Packing out food for any outdoor adventure can be a tricky feat of logistics, but it can also be a lot of fun. On Outward Bound... READ MORE
Pine needles, snack wrappers and strange odors are not the only bits of evidence an Outward Bound expedition leaves in the bottom of your backpack. Here are five practices I brought home from the trail that persist in my everyday life six... READ MORE
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