Maybe you’re fresh out of high school or are taking time off to figure out your next move, and something is drawing you to experience something new, different and a little scary. For those who seek an unknown landscape, a... READ MORE

Because honesty is an essential element of good writing, I’m going to start this entry with a confession: I was a traditional student. There it is. I was the most traditional of all the traditional students. I finished high school... READ MORE

A Pathfinder course is distinct from classic expeditions in several ways that are important to consider before you decide to sign up. Pathfinder courses offer the adventure and curriculum of a classic Outward Bound experience inside a larger framework that... READ MORE

I don’t know what to do with my life. Sound familiar? This is something we’ve all felt, no matter our age or stage in life. Whether you’re faced with the pressure of choosing a college major; you’re 30 and feel... READ MORE

Maggie stood at the top of Mount Champion in Colorado, nearly halfway through a 30-day Pathfinder course. Looking at the land below, resting at 12,893 feet, she felt that for the first time in awhile, this was her chance at... READ MORE

When I was 22, I was really confused. I’ve never been good at planning—mostly because I never knew what I should be planning for. During my freshman year of college, I was completely overwhelmed by how many people seemed like... READ MORE

Outward Bound Instructors are students, too. Not just in a ‘good teachers are also always learning from their students’ kind of way. We actively place ourselves in a learning role where we can be students. It’s not always easy. But,... READ MORE

You may be wondering, If your first course was so monumental and moving, can you recreate the experience a second time or even a third time? Maybe you’re worried those deep pockets of tenacity wouldn’t be accessible again. Maybe the... READ MORE

At some point during the shift to a new year, I love to look ahead and envision how I can make the most of the upcoming year. What’s important this year? A break from routine? A motivator for getting more... READ MORE

With the support of your Instructors and crewmates, Outward Bound will teach you to thrive in challenging situations and help prepare you for a life of adventure, leadership and above all, compassion towards others. When else will you spend three months... READ MORE