Service is a manifestation of compassion in action. Not only that, but service is a foundational tool to be a compassionate leader. We strive to cultivate compassionate leaders by incorporating elements of service on our courses. Whether it’s picking up... READ MORE

Many of us have made drastic changes in our lives this year. We’ve been forced to adapt to a changing landscape around us—sheltering in place for months, wearing masks to leave our homes and physically distancing ourselves from others. We’ve... READ MORE

At the beginning of every course, students are shown how to serve one another. Dinner isn’t cooked for them; they must cook it themselves. They can’t drive to their campsite, they have to walk or paddle—summiting mountains or portaging lakes.... READ MORE

When you say “Outward Bound” what comes to mind for many is a person or group testing their abilities in the outdoors. Visions of mountaineers swinging ice axes, backpackers hauling heavy loads through remote wilderness areas and kayakers battling wild... READ MORE

Have you ever rinsed your bowl after a meal of mac and cheese, then drank the rinse water to avoid spreading micro-trash on the alpine tundra? How about digging a hole in the forest floor for your bathroom (after counting... READ MORE