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
Week of June 20: Girl Scout Destinations Course Update
Outward Bound Costa Rica
June 24, 2022
Our first Girl Scout groups of the summer arrived this past weekend! The energy and excitement that they bring to Outward Bound is contagious. They have wrapped up their Scuba adventure in Bocas del Toro and are off to San San Pond Sak. Read on to find out more of what our students
Week of June 13: Summer Courses 14-18 Course Update
Outward Bound Costa Rica
June 17, 2022
Our first groups of the summer arrived this past weekend! It has been an exciting first week as the students have started scuba diving, catching waves, and embracing the “Pura Vida” lifestyle. Read on to find out what our students have been up to! Summer Courses 14-18 Scuba, Sea Turtles, Service & Sloths
Alumni Perspective: Deferring from Brown University, Taking a Gap Year with OBCR
Outward Bound Costa Rica
May 5, 2022
Everybody should have a gap experience. I’m grateful that mine was the Residential Gap Semester program at Outward Bound Costa Rica. The program taught me so much ranging from STEAM and nature, to culture, communication, responsibility, and so much more. Ultimately I came out of OBCR’s Residential Program with an incredible experience
New Faces in the Office – Meet Natalia and Kyleigh
Outward Bound Costa Rica
April 27, 2022
We have some new faces around base! Join us in welcoming Natalia Kiousi-Adami, our Enrollment & Outreach Manager, and Kyleigh McGrail, Media & Marketing Manager to the OBCR Communications office. Natalia was born and raised on a beautiful Greek island and made her move to the U.K. at 13 to pursue her studies.
Earth Day Every Day at Outward Bound Costa Rica
Outward Bound Costa Rica
April 19, 2022
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 resources for current and future generations. We spend our days surfing, scuba diving, whitewater rafting (and much more!) on experiential education courses, utilizing the tropical rivers, reefs,
What is Outward Bound Costa Rica’s Residential Gap Semester?
Outward Bound Costa Rica
April 14, 2022
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 Leader Semester? Our Residential Gap Semester could be exactly what you’re looking for. You’ll be diving into science, technology, engineering, arts, and math (STEAM) topics while traveling
Sea Turtles in Costa Rica: OBCR’s Winter Retreat
Outward Bound Costa Rica
January 7, 2022
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 to report that this Sea Turtle Retreat was delivered safely and successfully. For this winter Sea Turtle Retreat, our two patrols kicked off their experience with a