Through our educational and community partnerships across the U.S., students in public schools growing in new and creative ways. Wilderness and adventure have always been at the deepest root of Outward Bound’s story…but did you know our outdoor programs serve... READ MORE
From water sourcing to purifying treatments, learn the tips to stay hydrated and healthy on your next outdoor adventure. A beautiful part of being Outward Bound is being removed from our daily comforts. When there isn’t a tap with running... READ MORE
Discover how leadership skills learned through an Outward Bound gap year program transition into lives of leadership in students back home. You just finished up a gap year program with Outward Bound. You’re ready to take a normal shower, eat... READ MORE
Having come through the past sixteen months, we understand the importance of community and connection more than ever. But as adults, we may often forget how it felt as youth to not know anyone else like yourself and maybe not... READ MORE
No fuel, no problem! Discover five creative ways to enjoy delicious food on the trail without using a camp stove. You’re all set to go on a summer adventure. You’ve measured out your meals and mapped out your routes. But... READ MORE
How do you properly prepare for a hot summer hike? We have the guide to get you started. Record-breaking heatwaves have plagued the West Coast for the past several weeks, and we aren’t even to the hottest part of the... READ MORE
Learn how to develop a healthy self-image through intentional daily practices. Have you ever heard the phrase, “who are you when the world isn’t watching?” Meaning, who is your real self, stripped away from the labels, stories and standards you’ve... READ MORE
Explore what makes a National Forest different from a National Park and a handful of ways to explore and take care of the ones near you. Acadia. Glacier. Grand Canyon. Great Smoky. Yellowstone. Yosemite. Chances are that you’ve heard of... READ MORE
Music inspires action, stokes the adventure and serves as a memorable audio journal in time. Below is a soundtrack to get you rolling. You’ve dreamed up the adventure, you’ve researched the route and you’ve got your crew on board. The... READ MORE
Explore 10 hygiene practices to keep you clean and healthy in the backcountry. Even if you enjoy getting dirty from a good long day spent outdoors, using the right practices in the backcountry means that you can stay clean and... READ MORE
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