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01.18.22
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An Outdoor Instructor’s Role in Facilitating Student Growth

Outward Bound Instructors create space for students to experience growth beyond their personal comfort zones through physical challenge and backcountry lessons. Part Two of a Three-Part Series on Outdoor Education within the Growth Zone. If you’re unfamiliar with the Growth... READ MORE
03.17.21
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Why Summer Break Is Important, Even for Adults

 The idea of summer as a chance to relax, recharge and forget about everything sticks with us long after the idyllic weeks between elementary school grades are gone. Children have a way of reminding us adults that it’s important... 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
12.11.18
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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
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
08.22.17
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Take Your Mom to Work Day: Outward Bound for Adults

Have you ever heard of “Take Your Kid to Work Day?” What about “Take Your Parent to Work Day?” For outdoor education, that seems like a pretty big request. However, after I’d worked at Outward Bound for two seasons, my mom... READ MORE
07.19.16
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How To Get in Shape for Your Outdoor Adventure

While you do not have to be a top athlete or in peak physical condition to attend an Outward Bound course or go on an extended outdoor adventure, you do have to prepare for the challenges that physical activities in... READ MORE
08.26.15
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Outward Bound Adult Expeditions: Personal Stories

“Lose yourself in nature and find peace.” Ralph Waldo Emerson There is a common misconception that Outward Bound courses are only for teens and young adults. Even upon hearing that Outward Bound has courses for adults, many adults wonder if... READ MORE
06.17.15
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Outward Bound Course Memories: The When of Compassion

The adults who enroll on our Outward Bound Adult courses are unequivocally brave. They have taken a precious week of vacation to go spend time in the wilderness with a group of complete strangers. They have said goodbye to their... READ MORE

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