We catch up with Anne-Marie and Danny as they come to the end of their summer internships with OBCR. The funny thing is, we couldn’t be more different. Danny consistently starts his days off with coffee (he likes to say that his first cup is like a warm hug). I can’t function without coffee. I […]
From the moment I walked into our rainforest base two years ago, I knew that I would love working at OBCR. I was SO excited about this job because I had always loved the outdoors and that’s why I studied Ecological Tourism at Universidad de Costa Rica. Being able to work at a place where […]
In a time such as this, where going outside in some places is not an option, it’s almost hard to believe that, just a short while ago, I spent three months living predominantly outdoors during an Outward Bound Costa Rica expedition. I am fully aware that reading a blog post about the outdoors during a […]
Girl Scout Alumna, Samantha Kenney, shares her story of a trip of a lifetime with Outward Bound Costa Rica’s Service Challenge. I dodge left. I dodge right. Finally, I make it out of the way and start running to safety with grass underneath my feet and the smell of fresh air surrounding me. Then, out […]
Heather gardening with her host mom in Cambodia I’m writing this article from underneath my mosquito net, blanketed by the afternoon heat, in a small but oh-so-beautiful village in Cambodia. Looking back on the past several years of my life, I still find it a bit crazy that I’m sitting here as a Peace Corps […]
Looking for a gift for the adventurer in your life? Our gear-obsessed intern, Sushi, has got you covered! Here are her favorite pieces for outdoor (and travel) adventures. 1. Salomon X Ultra Mid 3 GTX Hiking Boots We spend most of the day in shoes, so why not invest in a good pair? The Salomon […]
My Girl Scout Destinations trip through Outward Bound was amazeballs. I enjoyed every moment of it. This trip really brought me out of my comfort zone and exposed to me to a lot of new things. I met lots of people from different backgrounds from all over the country. This trip for me was once […]
Now ladies, although it pains me to say, there are different rules that apply to female solo travellers. So here are some things that I consider important as a well-travelled solo woman… 1. Be Organised Organise your trip as well as possible, not only your journey, but your plans for each day too. Knowing where […]