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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
08.08.19
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Alumni Tell All: What Gear Do I Need to Bring?

Life in the backcountry can be unpredictable at times. It’s best to prepare for anything that mother nature can throw your way. If you’re going on an outdoor adventure, you may be wondering what gear to bring. We’ve spoken to... READ MORE
08.06.19
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Why Cultivating Curiosity Is so Important

“I regard it as the foremost task of education to ensure the survival of these qualities: an enterprising curiosity, an undefeatable spirit, tenacity in pursuit, readiness for sensible self denial, and above all, compassion.” –Kurt Hahn, founder of Outward Bound Curiosity... READ MORE
07.30.19
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Real Life Lessons from Challenge in the Wilderness

Three years ago, I ventured into the vast Alaskan wilderness to backpack for two weeks. My crew and I navigated through the reality of our topographic maps, surprised by the steepness of slopes, the constant deluge of rain and the... READ MORE
07.23.19
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The Best Way to Become an Outdoor Educator

Your passion is helping others discover their strengths through challenge in the wilderness. You want to turn this passion into a career. Now the question is; what path do you take to get there? There are many ways to become... READ MORE
07.17.19
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Why a Gap Year Should Be on Your Resume

I remember when I found out my freshman roommate had taken a gap year. I was struck with curiosity and wonder. One semester she sailed the Atlantic Ocean and another she backpacked in New Zealand. Most college freshmen are timid... READ MORE
07.11.19
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You’ll Love These Podcasts & Short Films

What’s better than a collection of the best podcasts to listen to on your way to the mountains, rivers, crags and canyons, or short films to watch on your rest days? This list includes some of the newest and brightest... READ MORE
07.02.19
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The Power of Unconditional Positive Regard

A stranger cuts you off in traffic and drives slowly in front of you. You slam on your brakes and honk your horn. You say out loud to yourself, “Wow, now you’re one car-length ahead of where you would have... READ MORE
06.25.19
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What Does Stress Look Like to You?

Late in an already long day, at the mouth of a narrow, rock-lined chute clogged with snow at 9,000 feet, I coached two friends on where to place their feet. The three of us were picking our way down to... READ MORE
06.18.19
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Why Fun Is an Important Part Of Learning

Last week I ventured into the wilderness to teach a course with two co-Instructors for nine 12 year-old boys. From the second the students arrived, we were in hyperdrive. In the first hour, we played three games, grabbed gear for... READ MORE
06.11.19
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A Wilderness Expedition is the Education You Need

I’m a firm believer that education and adventure are both lifelong endeavors. The things that I continue to learn through the wilderness remain to be some of my greatest lessons, and they shape who I am at my core. Take... READ MORE

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