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Challenge Outside. Growth for Life.

 

Skills For Thriving

Adventurous Learning

Crew, Not Passengers

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You Belong Outside. Let's Chart Your Course.

Whether you’re a student ready to discover your strengths, an educator looking to transform your classroom, or a team seeking deeper connection—there’s a program designed for you.

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For Youth

Build confidence, forge lasting friendships, and discover strengths you didn't know you had through adventures designed for students ages 12-22.

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For Schools

Partner with us to bring social-emotional development to life. We create custom experiences that help your students grow together.

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For Teams

Develop stronger teams through experiences that go deeper than typical professional development—building trust, communication, and leadership skills that last.

Elevate Your Team
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Realize Your Potential

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Lead with Purpose

Three young hikers are gathered around a map in a lush, green forest. They are surrounded by dense foliage and trees, with sunlight filtering through the canopy. The hikers are wearing backpacks and casual clothing, suggesting they are on a multi-day trip. They appear to be studying the map intently, possibly navigating their route or identifying landmarks.

Chart A New Path

Sleep Under Stars

Three people are carrying a canoe through a wooded area. The person on the left has a large green backpack and is wearing a hat and a dark raincoat. The person in the middle is under the canoe, wearing a black raincoat and smiling. The person on the right is wearing a yellow raincoat and a black baseball cap. The trees in the background suggest they are in a forest or park.

Challenge Yourself

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Mountains Are Calling

Gap Year Capstone

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Find Your Crew

Ride The Wave

A person wearing a baseball cap and a backpack is smiling against a clear blue sky. They are wearing a dark blue t-shirt with "INDIANA 22" printed in gold. The person is holding something in their hands, possibly a compass or a small device. The overall impression is one of adventure and happiness in an outdoor setting.

A Screen-Free Reset

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Build Confidence

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On The Water

A group of people are hiking on a trail through a lush green forest. They are carrying large backpacks and hiking gear, suggesting they are on a multi-day trip. The trail is narrow and winds through the trees, with dappled sunlight filtering through the canopy. The focus is on the hikers in the foreground, with the others gradually fading into the distance.

On The Trail

More Than An Adventure. This Is Adventurous Learning.

From One-week to One-Month (and Beyond)

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We spark lifelong growth through challenge—outside.

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You Can Make Growth Possible

Your support sends students outside to discover their strength, and they return home ready to lead with confidence and compassion.

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Our programs create measurable change. Students leave with stronger problem-solving skills, deeper connections, and confidence that carries into every part of their lives.

Measuring Impact

30,620

Students Served in 2024

86%

of students report increased self-confidence

77%

feel more connected to their groups after course

68%

show increased curiosity and interest in learning

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“My Outward Bound experiences left a lasting impact on me. They fostered personal growth, resilience, and I learned teamwork in the process. It’s a journey that challenged me physically and mentally, pushing me beyond my comfort zone to discover my full potential.”

Emmanuel

Voyageur Outward Bound School Alum

THERE'S A BREAKTHROUGH OUT HERE. THERE'S A BREAKTHROUGH OUT HERE. THERE'S A BREAKTHROUGH OUT HERE. THERE'S A BREAKTHROUGH OUT HERE.
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