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05.10.24

Making Waves in the Moab Community: A Look into the Returning Rapids Project with Former COBS Staff Members

BY Outward Bound
11.16.23

A Guide to Finding a Job in the Outdoor Industry

BY Eva Johnson
07.27.23

Q&A with Outdoor Educator Alum Alex Babinski

BY Outward Bound
06.05.23

8 Hiking Snacks to Keep In Your Daypack

BY Eva Johnson
03.30.21
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An Outward Bound Instructor’s COVID-19 Reflections

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
03.25.21
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A Desert Southwest Love Story

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
03.17.21
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Why Summer Break Is Important, Even for Adults

 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
03.15.21
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Leadership From the Bottom-Up

 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
03.11.21
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Your Guide to Vegetarian Backcountry Meals

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
03.04.21
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5 Practices I Brought Home From My Backpacking Trip

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
03.02.21
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How to Set Reachable Expectations for Your Teen

Establishing expectations are important for creating a safe, collaborative and unified environment among teens. Whether it’s at school or home, expectations are the glue that can keep a family or a classroom of students together. They hold us accountable for... READ MORE
02.26.21
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How to Identify Your Strengths and Put Them Into Practice

Play to your strengths- a quick tip meant to be both encouraging and direct. A reminder to keep your head up if you’re feeling low and do what you already know how to do- the things you are naturally good... READ MORE
02.23.21
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4 Ways to Eat Well in the Backcountry

This post was originally published on June 14, 2018, and updated on February 23, 2021. Food is an easy conversation starter among fellow adventurers—sharing dishes and traditions and cooking together is a bonding experience. If you have your backcountry staples... READ MORE
02.18.21
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4 Reasons Your Middle School Student Should Go Outward Bound

Before you know it, summer will be right around the corner. We can only guess, your top priority is probably to get the kids outside and out of the house. There are a lot of summer programs for middle school... READ MORE

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