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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
06.26.18
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Serious Business: How to Poop in the Backcountry

At some point you have to talk about the serious business of going #2 in the woods. Although this is something most of us do every day, to many, it remains a mystery how it’s done in the backcountry. We’ve all... READ MORE
06.20.18
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‘Eat a Lot of Sriracha,’ an Outward Bound Instructor Tells All

I recently got to catch up with my friend and fellow Outward Bound Instructor, Arianna (Ari) Kosel. She’s worked for Outward Bound in the Northwest for four years and has also worked in California and New York City. She just... READ MORE
06.12.18
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I Googled “Outdoor Trip Groups” and Accidentally Changed My Life

Keilani Lai-Hipp didn’t grow up camping. “I was a beach baby,” she explained. Her one exposure to camping had been on a southwest road trip, tagging along with her brother, an avid climber—far from their home in Boston. During that... READ MORE
06.07.18
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How to Talk to Your Teen About Intercept

Four to seven weeks away from home, away from their friends, away from social media—it sounds like a difficult sell. If you’re considering an Intercept course for your teen, you may be nervous or concerned about how you’ll convince them... READ MORE
06.05.18
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10 Ways to Enjoy the Outdoors Without Going Far

Happy 11th Birthday National Get Outdoors Day! As an outdoor educator, I have been guiding and instructing meaningful adventures in our open spaces for the past eight years. I like to think that I live every day like it’s “Get... READ MORE
05.31.18
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How to Prepare for Your Summer Expedition

10 tips to help you be well-prepared for your summer expedition, so you can make the most of your trip once you arrive. If you’re like me, the final days leading up to your summer expedition will feel like a... READ MORE
05.24.18
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From a Good Night’s Sleep to Bathroom Breaks: 4 Camping Skills You Need to Know

Whether you’re a seasoned camping enthusiast or you’ve never camped before, there are some essential things you need to know for a comfortable, safe and fun experience. On an Outward Bound course, all of your camping equipment is provided for... READ MORE
05.22.18
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7 Things You Need to Know to Build a Campfire

In Jack London’s 1908 classic short story, To Build A Fire, the author tells the gripping tale of a hardy but slightly overconfident man traveling on foot in winter in the Yukon, with a dog as his companion. Not only... READ MORE
05.15.18
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This Summer is for Exploration

We are well into spring, the school calendar is just wrapping up, and it’s time to start thinking about summer plans for your son or daughter. That’s why I’m highlighting one specific course that deserves your consideration: St. Croix Riverway... READ MORE
05.10.18
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Why Intercept is a Family Program

An Intercept course doesn’t end when the tents are aired out and the campfire soot is washed off the pots and pans. An Intercept course concludes when a student and their family reunite for an honest conversation. This conversation is... READ MORE

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