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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
12.18.18
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5 Amazing Outdoor Experiences You Can Only Have in ‘Bad’ Weather

When we grow up singing “Rain, rain, go away, come again another day,” it’s hard not to be disappointed when the weather takes a downturn. Sure, rain and snow and cold can certainly be, well, inclement. While you don’t need... READ MORE
12.11.18
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Why You Should Never Think, “I’m Too Old for the Outdoors”

Last September, I hiked a section of the Colorado Trail from Durango to Copper Mountain. A few nights into the first week, I ended up camping with a woman from Birmingham named Martha, and her dog, Angel. Martha and Angel... READ MORE
12.05.18
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Is My Teen Out of Control?

At some point, you’ve probably heard your own parents complain about the “kids these days!” There’s even a scientific name for the fear of a younger generation’s moral degradation: juvenoia. While these generational clashes have existed for centuries, risky behavior... READ MORE
11.20.18
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The Best Holiday Gift Ideas for Every Outdoor Adventurer

It doesn’t always have to be stressful to buy gifts, especially when you’re buying something for a person with a bunch of outdoor hobbies. Here are some suggestions to get you started when looking for a gift for your favorite... READ MORE
11.14.18
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How Struggling Families Can Become Closer by Being Apart

Distance “The distance was good for us. I wish more families could experience distance like this. It is different than him being at school, or gone for a weekend. It is different because he is not a phone call away,... READ MORE
11.08.18
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How to Convince Your Boss that a Wilderness Expedition is Good for Your Career

“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,... READ MORE
11.06.18
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How to Physically Prepare for a Dog Sledding Expedition

As the day starts, the air fills with the quiet crunch of snow under your feet. Little eyes peak out from behind the fluff of a tail and your furry teammates stretch and rise to greet you. You can feel... READ MORE
11.01.18
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Paving the Path to Healing: Why Countless Veterans Know the Name McGurk

It only takes a moment to get inspired. But it’s where that inspiration leads you that can really make a difference. For John and Moreen McGurk, a moment at a cocktail party led to changing the lives of hundreds of... READ MORE
10.25.18
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What is Canyoneering?

Grab your ScuttleButts and Grigris! Put on your helmets and game faces! Prepare to squeeze your body into the vast and inexplicable shapes of deep Earth…it’s time to go CANYONEERING! Or, that’s what I imagine a billboard for canyoneering might... READ MORE
10.23.18
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Sailing Is Way More About Community & Connection Than You Think

My first Outward Bound experience was as a student on an 8-day adult women’s sailing course. When I first saw the pulling boat, First Mate, bobbing against the dock, I was sure that this little vessel would just be transporting... READ MORE

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