As I write this, University of Florida Scholars are heading out into the BWCA and it is an unbelievably balmy 78 in Ely, Minnesota! UFL’s expedition packing list was interesting: parkas, rain gear, mittens, boots and lots of layers. Be prepared for snow... READ MORE

During a recent meeting with educators at a leading research institution, we heard an interesting comment: I’ve known about Outward Bound for long time, but I never knew it was a school. Aha! This is a dilemma! With all due... READ MORE

“Vulnerability is the key to having meaningful human experiences.” – Brene Brown   Vulnerability. It’s -33° and I am outside, on the ice, inside a sleeping bag which is inside another sleeping bag. Due to the constraints of sandwiched sleeping bags,... READ MORE

Happy Holidays to our Friends, Partners and Students!The year is coming to a close and we are reflecting on all that has come to pass, and looking ahead to what will be. 2017 was a great year, but we hope... READ MORE

Winter programming is one of the things that makes VOBS special. We let Mother Nature, in all her frigid glory, stand shoulder to shoulder with our Instructors to deliver some pretty high-impact lessons, naturally. If you learn to survive and... READ MORE

Brian Campeau is a born and raised Californian, Veteran, Police Officer, Filmmaker, Small-Business Owner and as of last February, a dog sledding VOBS alumnus.  Last year, Brian found himself searching for as he put it, “a need to disconnect, to... READ MORE

“The squish of mud. The spray of water on your face as you paddle. The weight of the canoe on your shoulders – your amphibious adventure vehicle. Cool morning mist. The water warmer than air. Cold damp socks. Hot coffee.... READ MORE

James Hancock, former VOBS Staffing Director, shares his impressions of our friend, and colleague, Jesse Littleton: “It wasn’t until I stood waiting in the misty pre-dawn gloom at a local public golf course parking lot, that I had any inkling... READ MORE

Yoshie Kateada, is a native of Madison, Wisconsin. She was first introduced to Outward Bound through her parents – who met on course as students in Washington. Yoshie’s parents continued to mention Outward Bound throughout her childhood, so she eventually... READ MORE

Finally, Dear Readers, all will be revealed! Courtesy of the indomitable Rachael Pace, we now have an insider’s look at the life of a VOBS intern. Expect the unexpected… The Intern Experience: A Sesh II Perspective by Rachael Pace Rule... READ MORE