My mission in life is not merely to survive, but to thrive; and to do so with some passion, some compassion, some humor, and some style. Dr. Maya Angelou Over the years, I’ve found great inspiration in Dr. Maya Angelou.... READ MORE

Have you visited the biggest lake in the world? Gichigamiing, also known as, “Lake Superior,” holds 10 percent of the world’s fresh water– three quadrillion gallons. Try to absorb that for a moment– you really can’t. Gichigamiing is the greatest... READ MORE

Throw people together, give them a task, give them some skills and guide them to figure it out. It’s the process of figuring it out where they do some of the intense learning that gets incorporated into their lives. That... READ MORE

Homeplace instructor Benji Blumenstock has received the Lt. Col. Mark Weber Service Above Self Award. He was nominated by his VOBS peers for exemplary service and dedication to Outward Bound’s mission.  The award, named for the late Army Lt. Col.... READ MORE

“Welcome back to VOBS!” “Welcome to VOBS!” “We’re glad you’re here!” “Thanks for going Outward Bound!” This is what many staff and students will be hearing very soon as Voyageur Outward Bound School kicks off our 58th summer season. Join... READ MORE

Greetings VOBS Friends, Brrr! If you look at the thermometer these days in Minnesota, you might not believe it’s spring. But spring has definitely sprung at VOBS. Our activity level is a good indicator of the season. Winter programming has... READ MORE

Q: Please tell us a little about yourself and how you are connected to Voyageur Outward Bound School (VOBS). Lisa: I joined a VOBS dog sledding course in late December 2018 with a main goal to learn how to dog... READ MORE

After seven years of committed leadership, Board Chair and former Executive Director, Ted Moores passed the paddle to incoming Board Chair Cindy Holker. Over his tenure with Voyageur Outward Bound School (VOBS), Ted provided invaluable wisdom and steady leadership, most... READ MORE

Greetings VOBS Friends, Here we are, well into the first quarter of a new year!Days are getting longer and we are busy enrolling summer and even fall students. This month, the VOBS team is taking time to engage around our... READ MORE

Happy 2022! As we paddle out into the New Year, we’d like to tie up for a moment, and reflect on how far we’ve come, thanks to you. Thanks to you–our community of friends and champions–the wind is at our... READ MORE