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December 11, 2019
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Holiday Gift Guide: The Best Outdoor Gear 2019
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
November 20, 2019
Fall Coast to Coast Expedition Update
It’s been quite an action-packed first 50 days for our Fall Semester Coast to Coast Expedition participants! The group started their adventure by heading to
November 7, 2019
Which Semester Course is Right for You?
Our semester courses offer you the opportunity to learn outside of a traditional classroom, using the rainforest, rivers and reefs of Central America to foster
October 24, 2019
The Solo
Solo is an integral part of the Outward Bound experience. Whether on course for a few days or a few months, every student has the opportunity to sit and reflect. Find out the history and benefits of Solo.
October 16, 2019
My Girl Scout Destinations Trip – Service Challenge 2019
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
October 3, 2019
Week of July 27: Girl Scout Destinations and Summer Courses 14-18 Course Update
Outward Bound Costa Rica
August 1, 2019
Summer is more than halfway over — how crazy is that?! Our students have been soaking up every last second in Costa Rica and Panama. Read on to find out what each group has been doing this week! Girl Scout Destinations Service Challenge (Session #4) Our SC group kicked off their time
Week of July 20: Summer Courses 14-18 and Girl Scout Destinations Course Update
Outward Bound Costa Rica
July 26, 2019
Miss last week’s adventures? No worries. Check them out here. Read on to see what our students have been up to this week! (Hint: some really awesome stuff.) Summer Courses 14-18 Service, Hike & Homestay (Session #3) Our five SHH guys headed into the dense reserve behind our base on Sunday morning
A Great Adventure with Girl Guides of Canada! 🇨🇦
Outward Bound Costa Rica
July 26, 2019
This July, we had the pleasure of welcoming our first Scout troop from Manitoba, Canada for a custom adventure here in Costa Rica! The Girl Guides were excited to get their hands dirty with some sea turtle conservation service, catch some gnarly waves in Manuel Antonio, and zip through the air on
Girl Scout Troop #30507 Comes to Costa Rica!
Outward Bound Costa Rica
July 25, 2019
What a treat it was to have the Girl Scouts of Troop #30507 join us for a custom course here in Costa Rica this summer! As a group celebration before heading off to college, the girls came to Costa Rica together to volunteer with the sea turtle population, try their hand at
Week of July 13: Girl Scout Destinations and Summer Courses 14-18 Course Update
Outward Bound Costa Rica
July 19, 2019
This week, we had two Girl Scout groups begin their journey while two 14-18 Summer Courses wrap up their adventure! See what everyone’s been up to. 👇🏼 Girl Scout Destinations Service Challenge (Session #3) Our SC group kicked off their time in Costa Rica volunteering close to “home” here at our base camp! They
Week of July 6: Summer Courses 14-18 and Girl Scout Destinations Course Update
Outward Bound Costa Rica
July 12, 2019
We’re so proud of our participants this week for embracing the “Pura Vida” lifestyle. They’ve been fully immersed in the culture of Costa Rica and Panama, building relationships with locals, fellow coursemates, and instructors, and gaining lifelong skills. Check out each group’s latest adventures below! Summer Courses 14-18 Caribbean Scuba & Service
Week of June 29: Girl Scout Destinations and Summer Courses 14-18 Course Update
Outward Bound Costa Rica
July 5, 2019
We’ve been making memories to last a lifetime this week! Our students are exploring the tropical rivers, reefs, and rainforests all over Costa Rica and Panama. They’ve been surfing, cleaning up beaches, tasting local foods, touring historical sites, practicing English with school children, getting scuba certified, and so much more. Most importantly,