Q&A with Coast to Coast Expedition Alum Hunter McDavid
“Coming back to Costa Rica the second time really showed me that you never have to say goodbye, it’s always a ‘see you later’. I’ve
July 14, 2021
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Coast to Coast Spring Semester: “Keep an open mind and always expect the unexpected”
This month, we said adiós to a group of young adults that we have seen thrive over the course of their 85-day Coast to Coast
May 19, 2021
From The Eyes of an OBCR Instructor: Nany’s Story
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
May 12, 2021
Top 10 items to pack for an OBCR Adventure
As we get ready for our busy summer season, we wanted share just some of the key items that we recommend packing for your adventure
April 29, 2021
Celebrating Earth Day 2021 in Costa Rica
With the theme of this year’s Earth Day being ‘Restore Our Earth’, we wanted to celebrate the positive impact our participants have on the environment
April 19, 2021
Earning Academic Credit and Using My 529 College Plan with OBCR
Every spring and fall, we have three options for students looking to earn academic credit on a gap year or semester abroad. Our 65-day Outdoor
April 14, 2021
Summer 2022 Interns Tell All
Outward Bound Costa Rica
August 29, 2022
This high season, our Communications Office was lucky enough to have three stellar interns to help keep our summer programs running smoothly. Before they packed up to head back to the U.S. to resume their college semesters, we sat down and interviewed them about their experiences… Coolest animal you saw in Costa
25 Years & 25 Things we love about OBCR
Outward Bound Costa Rica
August 9, 2022
To celebrate 25 years since Outward Bound Costa Rica received their full charter from Outward Bound International, we’ve made a list of 25 things we love about OBCR! After 25 years, there is a lot to love about our organization. 1. Rafi One of the best things about coming to base is
Week of August 1: Girl Scout Destinations Update
Outward Bound Costa Rica
August 5, 2022
Time has flown by as our final Girl Scout group is half way through their journey. They have been scuba diving, beaching, and embracing the Pura Vida way of life. Click here for more information on this course! Girl Scout Destinations Sea Turtles, Service & Scuba Adventure Once on base the Girl
Week of July 25: Summer Courses 14-18 Update
Outward Bound Costa Rica
July 29, 2022
Our last Tropical Trek, Raft & Waves group is out and experiencing Costa Rica’s natural wonders as they hike from our Eco Lodge and end their journey at the beaches of Manuel Antonio. Alongside one other group who are embracing the Pura Vida lifestyle as they wrap up their courses. Summer Courses
Week of July 11: Girl Scout Destination Course & Summer Courses 14-18 Update
Outward Bound Costa Rica
July 19, 2022
Our first Girl Scout Rainforest Trek, River & Reef group is out and experiencing Costa Rica’s natural wonders as they hike from our Eco Lodge and end their journey at the beaches of Manuel Antonio. Alongside our other two groups who are embracing the Pura Vida lifestyle as they wrap up their
Week of July 4: Girl Scout Destination Course Update
Outward Bound Costa Rica
July 12, 2022
Our GS Sea Turtle, Service & Scuba Adventure group has almost concluded as the girls have obtained their NAUI diving certification and are headed to San San Pond Sak for sea turtle conservation work. Girl Scout Destination Sea Turtles, Service & Scuba Adventure Once on base, the Girl Scouts had a peaceful
Week of June 27: Summer 14-18 and Girl Scout Destinations Course Update
Outward Bound Costa Rica
July 1, 2022
Our Scuba, Sea Turtles, Service & Sloths, Tropical Trek, Raft & Waves, and Girl Scout Catching Waves groups are learning the pura vida way of life as they immerse themselves into the Costa Rican and Panamanian culture through new experiences. Girl Scout Destination Catching Waves The group kicked off their Costa Rican