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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
08.13.20
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Beginner’s Guide to the Backcountry

There’s something powerful about going out into the backcountry, be it for an hour on a day hike, or for a few overnight camping trips or even more. Going out means setting aside modern life for a while. It means taking... READ MORE
08.12.20
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Adapt to Survive, Serve to Thrive

Many of us have made drastic changes in our lives this year. We’ve been forced to adapt to a changing landscape around us—sheltering in place for months, wearing masks to leave our homes and physically distancing ourselves from others. We’ve... READ MORE
08.11.20
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My New Favorite Book: Desert Solitaire

I may have a new favorite book. I didn’t think much of Desert Solitaire by Edward Abbey when I picked it up. I’ve never been to the desert and I had never heard of Edward Abbey. Altogether, I’m glad for... READ MORE
08.06.20
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The Personal Challenge Event: Outward Bound Tradition

Imagine that you’ve been traveling with the same small group of people for three weeks. You go to sleep and eat mostly at the same time and travel at the same pace. The success of the group has been more... READ MORE
08.04.20
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10 YouTube Channels Recommended for Young People

Teenagers are eager to learn. They’re highly capable of doing their own research and forming their own opinions. They have the power to create movements that fight the oppressive systems that have structured our world. Teens are also, perhaps, the... READ MORE
07.30.20
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6 Easy Backcountry Cooking Tips You Don’t Want to Miss

Cooking in the backcountry has many rewards. Below are six easy tips to up your cooking game for your next backcountry adventure. 1. Create a food spoilage timeline and meal plan around that. Depending on the season and location where... READ MORE
07.28.20
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What’s Waiting for You in the Boundary Waters?

The Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness in Minnesota is home to some of the world’s premier canoe paddling. The sheer size of the Boundary Waters allows for as many weeks of adventure as you can spare. While certain areas are... READ MORE
07.23.20
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3 Ways to Budget Outdoor Adventures: COVID-19 Edition

I’m a complete trip logistics nerd. I especially love the challenge of planning trips to be as accessible and affordable as possible. Recognizing that many folks are looking for cheaper ways to travel right now, I’ve compiled a few recommendations... READ MORE
07.21.20
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Kurt Hahn: Six Declines of Modern Youth

Kurt Hahn, the founder of Outward Bound, was an educational reformer whose ideas remain as relevant as ever. Born in 1886, Hahn founded numerous schools and educational programs during his life. Hahn identified six declines facing the youth of his... READ MORE
07.16.20
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Identity Loss & The Outdoors During a Pandemic

 Fabi Pereira is a surfer, sailor, sea kayaker, rock climber and backpacker. She’s also an adventurous Outward Bound Instructor from Brazil who works for the Outward Bound School in Maine. Fabi has led Outward Bound expeditions in Brazil, in... READ MORE

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