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05.10.22
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What to Expect on an Outward Bound Expedition: Your Community

Signing up for an Outward Bound expedition is not easy. We know that no matter if you are a parent of a student or the one going on the expedition yourself, the process and days leading up to the experience... READ MORE
02.07.22
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What is Mountaineering?

Originally published May 24, 2017 and updated on February 7, 2022. What comes to mind when you hear the word “mountaineering?” Perhaps you picture climbers roped together in single file making their way to the summit of a big mountain?... READ MORE
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
01.13.22
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Why the Growth Zone is an Important Learning Tool of Outdoor Education

As a leader in outdoor education, Outward Bound utilizes the growth zone model to increase students’ confidence as individuals and leaders. Part One of a Three-Part Series on Outdoor Education within the Growth Zone. Whether you’re interested in Outward Bound... READ MORE
12.22.21
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22 Reasons to Go Outward Bound in 2022

Whether you’re 14 or 48, we’ve got 22 reasons why you should go Outward Bound in 2022. It’s easy to think of all the reasons why remaining in your comfort zone is the right choice. Pushing ourselves into the unknown... READ MORE
11.24.21
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10 Gift Ideas for the Beginner Backpacker

From headlamps to hammocks, we’ve got the perfect gift list to get your beginner backpacker out on the trail this holiday season. It can be hard to figure out what gifts make sense to buy for a beginner backpacker, and... READ MORE
11.12.21
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A Learning Environment That Builds Confidence in the Lives of Teenagers

Explore the learning environment and progression used on Outward Bound courses to build confidence and success into the lives of teenagers. When you hear the name Outward Bound, you probably envision vast expanses of forests, week-long backpacking trips and remote... READ MORE
10.18.21
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Nourishing the Tool of Self-Advocacy in Students

Discover how Outward Bound expeditions and programs are intentionally structured to nurture self-advocacy in students. Self-advocacy and self-care are vital tools for students and educators in any group or community-based environment, and especially on Outward Bound expeditions. We all know... READ MORE
08.31.21
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Steps to Building Positive Motivation Into Teens’ Lives

 Everyone’s motivations are unique. While one student may have a strong internal motivation to learn a foreign language based on interest or passion, the person next to them may be purely motivated by external forces, such as the desire... READ MORE
08.06.21
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The Power of Mutual Connection and Understanding in Teens’ Lives

Having come through the past sixteen months, we understand the importance of community and connection more than ever. But as adults, we may often forget how it felt as youth to not know anyone else like yourself and maybe not... READ MORE

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