Outdoor leadership is defined by technical skills, but it’s also so much more. Discover the skills that make up true outdoor leadership. At Outward Bound, we’re passionate about sharing the outdoors with every student, everywhere. This passion is what first... READ MORE
Discover how Outward Bound expeditions and programs are intentionally structured to nurture self-advocacy in students. Self-advocacy and self-care are vital tools for students and educators in any group or community-based environment, and especially on Outward Bound expeditions. We all know... READ MORE
This post was originally published on July 26, 2016 and updated on October 7, 2021. You are never too old to set another goal or to dream a new dream. -C.S. Lewis Between deadlines and Zoom calls, coffee breaks and... READ MORE
Building a strong and immediate feedback culture is one of our not-so-secret tricks to creating a space where students can grow and succeed as a team. One thing said about experiential education is that you get the test first... READ MORE
Establishing a solid foundation of teamwork among students allows them to collaboratively work together and deepen their capacity to face challenge. The first few days on an expedition or in a classroom make all the difference in shaping a... READ MORE
Looking for ideas of how to celebrate National Public Lands Day? Our public lands have certainly seen an uptick in use, and giving back will help keep our favorite places looking how we remember them! Here are some starting... READ MORE
Discover how three Latino organizations are bringing younger generations of Hispanics to the forefront and forging leaders in outdoor conservation and education. From the Inca Empire in South America to the Mayan Empire in Central America, Latinos have rich ancestral... READ MORE
As seasons start to change, there are so many outdoor activities to go out and try. Keep these five world-renowned leaf-peeping locations on your radar. As September begins and summer fades out, some might be surprised to know that... READ MORE
From two-day courses to month-long programs, wilderness medicine training programs are designed with different levels of adventurers in mind. Discover which one is best for you. Imagine: It’s day three of your long-awaited backpacking trip. Your group is 15... READ MORE
Everyone’s motivations are unique. While one student may have a strong internal motivation to learn a foreign language based on interest or passion, the person next to them may be purely motivated by external forces, such as the desire... READ MORE
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