EXPEDITIONS
PROGRAMS
WAYS TO GIVE
OUR DIFFERENCE
ABOUT US

Blog

Recent Posts

Archives

Select Month

Categories

Select Category
05.10.24

Making Waves in the Moab Community: A Look into the Returning Rapids Project with Former COBS Staff Members

BY Outward Bound
11.07.17
By

Pray for Powder: An Inside Look at a Winter Expedition

What is the hardest part of a winter expedition? Climbing out of your cozy, warm sleeping bag to face the early morning frost. The best part? It’s all downhill from there. Literally. When I talked to Chris, Instructor of the... READ MORE
10.26.17
By

Halloween Costume Ideas from Outward Bound

It’s that time of year again, and you may have procrastinated on your Halloween outfit. Have no fear, we’ve got some Outward Bound inspired Halloween costume ideas for you! Show Your Adventurous Spirit: Mountaineer What you’ll need: Helmet or Wool/fleece... READ MORE
10.24.17
By

Spring B-R-E-A-K: How To Make The Most Of It

There are many ways to make good use of spring break, yet it’s also easy for that unstructured time to slip away. How can you get away from the rigors of school or everyday life, have an adventure and rejuvenate?... READ MORE
10.12.17
By

Winter is Coming: Take a Week to Recalibrate

On a recent early morning bike ride, I passed a dog sled team on their training and conditioning session. Ten fuzzy, happy sled dogs were getting in shape for the upcoming season in the Minnesota Boundary Waters, trotting down a... READ MORE
10.03.17
By

Five Ways That Intercept Will Help Your Child Succeed in School

Parents and children alike seek Outward Bound for a variety of reasons. Some parents want to provide challenge and adventure for their child. Perhaps their child is struggling to succeed academically. Outward Bound might kickstart their stick-to-it-tiveness for the next... READ MORE
09.26.17
By

What is Solo?

What is ‘Solo?’ This is one of the most common questions that Outward Bound students ask their Instructors within the first five minutes of starting their course. Keep reading and you’ll find out information behind this staple of the Outward Bound... READ MORE
09.19.17
By

The Poetry of Outward Bound: Striving that is Serving

Henry McHenry currently serves on the Board of North Carolina Outward Bound School (NCOBS). He began his Outward Bound career with a course in Minnesota in 1968, then started as a Sherpa at NCOBS in 1970 and worked as an Assistant... READ MORE
09.14.17
By

Outward Bound Intercept As Seen Through Photos

For families with struggling teens demonstrating self-destructive behaviors, the Outward Bound Intercept program has been the answer to get help and seek change in a positive way. These courses are designed to develop positive decision-making skills, strengthen interpersonal relationships and cultivate... READ MORE
08.29.17
By

Rocky Soil: My Gap Year

Gap Year: The Option for Me I didn’t know college was optional until I was well into high school. Through a combination of a very sheltered childhood and high academic expectations, my understanding of the world proceeded accordingly: first comes... READ MORE
08.22.17
By

Take Your Mom to Work Day: Outward Bound for Adults

Have you ever heard of “Take Your Kid to Work Day?” What about “Take Your Parent to Work Day?” For outdoor education, that seems like a pretty big request. However, after I’d worked at Outward Bound for two seasons, my mom... READ MORE

1 2 3 … 35 36 37 38 39 … 52 53 54
|

Sign Up for Updates

Stay informed on upcoming courses, Outward Bound news and special offers. Please fill out the form below to begin receiving our email newsletter.

En Español
Contact
©ALL CONTENT 2025 OUTWARD BOUND
Created by Designsensory

NAVIGATION

SOCIAL