Earth Day Every Day at Outward Bound Costa Rica
What are you doing for Earth Day? And what are you doing for the earth every day? Conservation is the act of protecting earth’s natural
April 19, 2022
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What is Outward Bound Costa Rica’s Residential Gap Semester?
Considering a gap year program but not sure about an adventure-based course that presents a physical challenge like our Coast to Coast Expedition or Outdoor
April 14, 2022
Sea Turtles in Costa Rica: OBCR’s Winter Retreat
This winter, we welcomed two amazing groups to work alongside sea turtle conservationists in Costa Rica! With specialized COVID-19 adjustments in place, we are happy
January 7, 2022
Fall Semester with Coast to Coast Expedition & Outdoor Leader Semester
This fall, our Coast to Coast Expedition & Outdoor Leader Semester groups hiked, rafted, dived, rappelled, and surfed across Costa Rica & Panama! We look
November 30, 2021
OBCR’s Incredible Interns – Anne-Marie & Danny!
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
October 6, 2021
A Summer of Sun, Scuba, Surf & Service
This year, we welcomed back students to Costa Rica and Panama on our summer courses for teens and programs for adults! Between June and August, they
September 8, 2021
Holiday Gift Guide: The Best Outdoor Gear 2019
DesignIntern
November 20, 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 (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
Fall Coast to Coast Expedition Update
Outward Bound Costa Rica
November 7, 2019
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 Costa Rica’s Pejibaye River for the rafting phase of their expedition. For some, it was their first time tackling whitewater, but in just a few days, everyone
Which Semester Course is Right for You?
MarketingManager
October 24, 2019
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 leadership development and personal growth. Each course will help you discover your capabilities and passion for the great outdoors, but which one is right for you? Outdoor
The Solo
Outward Bound Costa Rica
October 16, 2019
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.
My Girl Scout Destinations Trip – Service Challenge 2019
DesignIntern
October 3, 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 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
Week of August 10: Panama Service Expedition Update
Outward Bound Costa Rica
August 16, 2019
It’s our last week of high season, I repeat, our last week! These lovely ladies are currently on the Panama Service Expedition. They have been having a blast in Panama doing some gnarly wakeboarding and upside down posing! They’ve not just been playing hard though, they’ve been working hard as well! The
Week of August 3: Summer Courses 14-18 and Girl Scout Destinations Course Update
Outward Bound Costa Rica
August 9, 2019
Our last group of the summer arrived this past weekend! It’s been a crazy, fun week (like always!) filled with baby sea turtles, goats, and even an OPOSSUM! Read on to find out what our students have been up to. Summer Courses 14-18 Panama Service Expedition Our PSE group headed straight to