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08.19.21
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This Alum Found Joy Within Challenge and Has 15 Photos to Prove It

Semester Alum, Mac Gaither provides a bird’s eye view into his expedition learnings through his own words and photography. It was day 59 of our 63-day Leadership Semester program. We’d climbed mountains on top of mesas, canoed the Lower Canyons... READ MORE
01.14.20
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What’s So Special About Big Bend, Texas?

Big Bend National Park in Texas is one of the least visited parks in the United States. How can that be? This can be difficult to comprehend for those who have spent time in the area. Whether you’re searching for... READ MORE
11.07.19
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Big Bend, Texas Should Be on Your Bucket List

I recently arrived at the Outward Bound basecamp in Big Bend, Texas to embark on a staff expedition. Right from the start, the sun was gleaming. Our crew looked in awe of the mountains that towered around us—the Chisos range... READ MORE
10.15.19
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The Magic of a Dog Sledding Expedition

When I arrived at Outward Bound during the winter in chilly Minnesota, our Instructors greeted us in Hawaiian shirts. The temperature had risen to the high 20s Fahrenheit—which was, for them, a heat wave. I was there for a dog... READ MORE
05.15.18
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This Summer is for Exploration

We are well into spring, the school calendar is just wrapping up, and it’s time to start thinking about summer plans for your son or daughter. That’s why I’m highlighting one specific course that deserves your consideration: St. Croix Riverway... READ MORE
12.06.16
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10 Facts About the Intercept Program

Outward Bound Intercept is a highly regarded, but sometimes misunderstood program. Whether you are exploring the idea of getting help for your teen or looking for information on different options, here are 10 facts about the Intercept program to inform, educate... READ MORE
10.25.16
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Dog Sledding With Outward Bound

I’m going to camp out in northern Minnesota for a week this January.  When most people hear those words they think that it sounds a little nuts. Even fewer expect that they would ever utter them. The truth is, winter... READ MORE
09.27.16
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Exploring America’s Secret National Park

As the National Park Service celebrates its 100th anniversary this year, nature enthusiasts are hitting the trails in the 58 different national parks located in the United States. While many travelers opt for the popular sights of the Grand Canyon... READ MORE
04.06.16
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3 Strategies for Working With Troubled Teens

I’ve had the opportunity to do a lot of work instructing courses for Voyageur Outward Bound School’s award-winning Intercept Program. I’ve also had the privilege of learning from teens who challenge the status quo. This sometimes manifests itself as troublesome... READ MORE
03.17.15
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The Power of an Outward Bound Intercept Expedition for Youth

  “As a family we knew we needed help,” recounts Kjerstin Klein, mother of Outward Bound Intercept graduate Dylan Klein. “Communication was starting to break down, and we were watching Dylan’s decision-making process and going “whoa.’” Klein knew that her dynamic,... READ MORE

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