OBCR’s Guide to Becoming an Outdoor Instructor
At Outward Bound Costa Rica, we’ve seen many young adults joining us on course because they have struggled with traditional learning in a classroom setting.
March 22, 2021
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What is STEAM Education?
With the launch of our 65-day Residential Gap Semester for 2021, we take a look at what exactly STEAM education is and why we’ve developed
February 10, 2021
Thanksgiving Break: Caribbean Scuba, Spanish, and Sloths
On November 21, we welcomed students to Costa Rica for our first COVID-19 adjusted program! This group are spending their Thanksgiving break earning their NAUI
November 25, 2020
How to Take a Gap Year during COVID-19
Following the impact of COVID-19, we’ve seen a surge in interest in our gap year programs as an alternative to the virtual classroom this fall.
July 2, 2020
OBCR Stands with Black Lives Matter
It’s time for us to start moving the needle within our own industry. This is how…
June 11, 2020
Brick by Brick: Helping the Environment at Home
OBCR’s Louise shows us how to build ecobricks Being in isolation at our rainforest base has provided OBCR staff with some extra time to start
June 2, 2020
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