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06.29.24
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Empowering Change: The Latest from Our Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Director

Curious about our most recent endeavors in Diversity, Equity and Inclusion? In this blog post, we review our 2024 Action Plan and share what’s ahead in our equity work for Outward Bound in the US.  Just over a year into... READ MORE
03.04.24
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The Best Experience for Every Student Every Time

An Update from Outward Bound USA’s Professional Learning Lab: Progress, Successes, and What’s Ahead Just like our students, Outward Bound in the US is committed to challenging ourselves as an organization. We seek to continuously improve the quality of our... READ MORE
09.17.20
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What Outward Bound Can Offer You, an Adult

 While Outward Bound is well-known for its youth expeditionary programs, some can be surprised to learn that we also offer courses for adults. These courses range in length, with options for those over 55, specifically for women, veterans, young... READ MORE
12.19.18
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The Best of the Best 2018 Chosen By You

From learning how to poop in the wilderness to incredible stories of adventure and triumph over life’s toughest obstacles, these are the blog posts that you loved the most in 2018. So You Want to Become an Outdoor Educator: A... READ MORE
12.11.18
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Why You Should Never Think, “I’m Too Old for the Outdoors”

Last September, I hiked a section of the Colorado Trail from Durango to Copper Mountain. A few nights into the first week, I ended up camping with a woman from Birmingham named Martha, and her dog, Angel. Martha and Angel... READ MORE
11.08.18
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How to Convince Your Boss that a Wilderness Expedition is Good for Your Career

“Where do you see yourself in five years?” This is a job interview question we’ve all been asked, and one we’re all prepared for. It’s likely we spout a rehearsed answer. Something about our intention to learn from our colleagues,... READ MORE
09.18.18
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Solo: It’s Not as Scary as It Sounds

“It is difficult today to leave one’s friends and family and deliberately practice the art of solitude, for an hour, or a day or a week. And yet, when it is done, I find there is a quality to being... READ MORE
03.07.18
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Much Needed Me-Time: 5 Reasons Why Outward Bound Courses Aren’t Just for Teenagers

Outward Bound for Adults isn’t a trip or a vacation, but it is a chance to unplug from the world and connect to yourself, rediscover what’s important and return to everyday life with a refreshed perspective. Outward Bound courses aren’t... READ MORE
10.26.17
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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
03.18.11
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Remembering Adam: Norm Morris Tackles the Appalachian Trail

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