Earth Day is quickly approaching and there are all kinds of celebrations and events planned throughout the month. From picnicking for the planet with The Nature Conservancy to community clean-ups, there is no shortage of activities to choose from. At... READ MORE
There probably isn’t a person reading this who hasn’t heard about the dire circumstances of the massive earthquake, subsequent tsunami, and complicated nuclear crisis that’s affecting the people and environment of northern Japan. The images and stories of devastation and... READ MORE
This past week we received a rather unique and generous offer. Jon, who attended a 26 day Hurricane Island sailing course, emailed us 31 years after his course to offer up his stove. This wasn’t just any stove. It was... READ MORE
At Outward Bound, we are excited to launch our You Rock Awards this month. From time to time, we will dedicate a You Rock Award to someone we know in recognition of the great things they are doing, i.e. the... READ MORE
Last month we reviewed Leave No Trace Principals for your upcoming backpacking season. Now that you have Leave No Trace in mind, you are just about ready to set out on your first backpacking adventure of the spring. But, before... READ MORE
I served in the military at a time when our public persona was tarnished, to say the least. This never effected me while on active duty however when I moved into a non‐military world I found it best to keep my... READ MORE
Root beer and Snickers. This will be Norm Morris’ first order of business after he makes his last exhausted, exuberant step at the end of the 2200-mile Appalachian Trail. It will take him six months. Six months of living in... READ MORE
As the Scholarship Manager at Outward Bound, I have the privilege of working with some extraordinary young people. The best part of my job has to be the stories I hear — stories of why students want to go Outward... READ MORE
For many parts of the U.S., this has been a serious winter! Tons of winter storms and feet and feet of snow. Hopefully, you put my last Outward Bound Handbook Series blog to good use and built yourself a snow... READ MORE
“Play.” The dictionary defines playing as “to exercise or employ oneself in diversion, amusement, or recreation.” We don’t usually associate playing with doing good works. But, according to Outward Bound alum Trey Upsey, maybe we should. An Outward Bound Pinnacle... READ MORE
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