In 2010, I announced to my coworkers in Chicago that I would be moving to Maine the following month. It was a decision that had been coming for a long time as I grew tired of the hustle and... READ MORE
Two internationally acclaimed non-profit organizations, The National Audubon Society (Audubon PA) and the Philadelphia Outward Bound School, are collaborating to preserve one of the most underutilized assets of our city—the former East Park Reservoir. While Audubon works to protect natural ecosystems... READ MORE
As we begin the New Year, we reflect upon what Outward Bound means to the over 1 million Alumni across the country and why we do what we do. We answer that question with the words of our Alumni. Simply... READ MORE
Only go outside and travel if you need to do so. If you need to travel, plan to manage the hazards of events that you hope will not occur. For example: Are you dressed well enough to stay warm if... READ MORE
Officially dubbed the Rockies to Ecuador International Leadership Semester, this course packs a punch in ways you don’t see coming. In true Outward Bound tradition, the hardships and challenges on this course are considerable, but the rewards are plenty. At... READ MORE
There are a multitude of places students can choose from when they study abroad. Central America continues to be a destination for many college-aged students due to its rich cultural traditions, biodiversity, and proximity to the US. At the Hurricane... READ MORE
A backcountry ski and snowboard expedition with the Colorado Outward Bound School is a great opportunity to take your skiing or snowboarding – and maybe even your self – to the next level. And just what is that next level?... READ MORE
As promised, our first recipe from the Columbine Cookbook! I’m still trying to figure out when this book was published. I conservatively guessed the 70’s or 80’s in my first post. A Facebook fan suggested it is likely circa 1969.... READ MORE
“We have an unknown distance yet to run, an unknown river to explore. What falls there are, we know not; what rocks beset the channel, we know not. …” –John Wesley Powell Over a hundred years ago, the one-armed Civil... READ MORE
We want to reach out and let any of you who may be concerned know that the wildfires in Colorado are not in the vicinity of any of our course areas and no course areas have been affected. Our Leadville,... READ MORE
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