When backpacking, you’re like a turtle . . . you carry everything you need with you on your back! You essentially carry a portable kitchen, bedroom and roof over your head. It can seem like a lot to squeeze into... READ MORE
Outward Bound Intercept is a transformative experience. What makes Intercept transformative? Who is being transformed—is it the child or is it the parent? The answer is the whole family! When I think back to my adolescence, I am immediately reminded... READ MORE
“I regard it as the foremost task of education to insure the survival of these qualities: an enterprising curiosity, an undefeatable spirit, tenacity in pursuit, readiness for sensible self denial, and above all, compassion.” -Outward Bound Founder, Kurt Hahn... READ MORE
You may be wondering, If your first course was so monumental and moving, can you recreate the experience a second time or even a third time? Maybe you’re worried those deep pockets of tenacity wouldn’t be accessible again. Maybe the... READ MORE
Ready for the new year and new adventures, but not sure where to start? Perhaps you’re hoping to start spending more time outdoors this year, planning an intense expedition or wondering about how you can give back more to the... READ MORE
You may have heard of the Intercept program and know these expeditions are specifically designed for families with teens who are facing challenges and need a reset and additional support. Maybe you’ve seen testimonials, other blog posts or have heard... READ MORE
At Outward Bound, we’ve always believed taking time for reflection is important. With 2017 coming to an end and a new year almost upon us, we wanted to take an opportunity to recognize all that was made possible this year... READ MORE
With the support of your Instructors and crewmates, Outward Bound will teach you to thrive in challenging situations and help prepare you for a life of adventure, leadership and above all, compassion towards others. When else will you spend three months... READ MORE
When you say “Outward Bound” what comes to mind for many is a person or group testing their abilities in the outdoors. Visions of mountaineers swinging ice axes, backpackers hauling heavy loads through remote wilderness areas and kayakers battling wild... READ MORE
You are thinking of taking a gap year, but the idea of it is daunting. The year between high school and college can feel like chaos away from the structure you’re used to, an entire year where you have the... READ MORE
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