We’re always proud to hear about our Outward Bound Costa Rica alumni and their amazing accomplishments. Participants of our Alumni Ambassador program help spread the word about their life-changing experiences on course. If you would like to join the team and be a featured alumnus on our blog, start by filling out our Alumni Ambassador form.

Name: Olivia Martin
Hometown: St. Louis, Missouri
Year in school: Junior in High School
Courses Attended with OBCR: Venture & Volunteer (2015)

Favorite memory from course

This course was my first time ziplining. I thought the rainforest canopy was beautiful!

Favorite activity from course

The service trip to Talamanca to replace a classroom floor was very rewarding.

Favorite meal from course

My favorite meal was beans and rice with chicken.

Favorite wildlife interaction on course

Seeing a sloth sleeping in a tree was surprising and made me feel one with nature. 

Most valuable lesson learned on course

I learned to value the small things by slowing down and being grateful for all the natural resources.

Most inspiring moment from course

The most inspiring part of course was learning more about the Bri-Bri natives and their language.

Describe Outward Bound Costa Rica in one word

Inspiring.

How has your experience with Outward Bound Costa Rica had an impact on your future?

I learned how to be a world traveler and to dive in head first to new experiences.

What advice do you have for future participants of this course?

Don’t be afraid to go outside of your comfort zone.

Want to have your own adventure in Costa Rica just like Olivia? 

Applications are now open for our 2015 Summer Expeditions!