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
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
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
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
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
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
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
What? That’s right, you read the title correctly. It may sound funny, but mountaineering and music are not actually that far apart from one another. Both are inspiring, engaging and better with friends. First things first, do you know what... READ MORE
It’s not difficult to find angst and unrest between civilians and law enforcement authorities these days. It’s a frequent topic on the news and seems to be an issue in every major city across the country. The gap of understanding... READ MORE
It is Day 12 of a Pathfinder course. We are camped on a smooth curve of granite above a free-flowing river on the Canadian border. Our group has just finished an invigorating morning, honing whitewater canoeing skills in frothy whitewater.... READ MORE
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