Why I Became an Outdoor Instructor

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Why I Became an Outdoor Instructor

Connecting with nature was when I felt true happiness. I grew up in a small town in Southern Oregon, surrounded by beautiful forests and rivers. I went to college a few hours away from home, staying close to friends and everything familiar. I studied Environmental Science at the University of Oregon, never quite knowing what […]

Week of July 8th: Girl Scout & Open Enrollment Course Updates

We are getting into peak high season with seven Girl Scout and Open Enrollment groups out on course! Here is what all of our groups have been up to this week: GIRL SCOUT DESTINATIONS Catching Waves This 11-day course went by so quickly! Nine Girl Scouts were out on course in Playa Uvita with our […]

Student Updates! SSTA, SC, SHH, CSS & Custom:

This week we have five groups out on course in Costa Rica and Panama! Our Scuba & Sea Turtle and Service Challenge Girls Scouts have just a few days left of adventures with us and are returning home this Saturday. For Service, Hike & Homestay, Caribbean Scuba & Service students, and Girl Scouts Troop 32222 their […]

All Summer Expeditions Student Updates – June 28th

Rainforest Hike & Homestay #1 Six students arrived in Costa Rica over the weekend to begin their extensive trek through the rainforest. The group has come from Mexico City, California, Connecticut, New Mexico, Texas and Washington. Their first day on our rainforest base was spent getting to know each other and working in a local community garden. […]

10 Reasons to Join Outward Bound Costa Rica on a Summer Expedition

Summer is coming and here at Outward Bound Costa Rica it’s one of our favorite seasons for life-changing adventures! Whether you decide to test your limits on a deep jungle trek through the rainforest of Costa Rica or scuba dive coral reefs in the tropical waters of Panama, plenty of action awaits you in Central […]

Seven Reasons to Surf in Costa Rica with Outward Bound

Costa Rica’s Pacific coast is a world-renowned surf destination for many reasons. Whether you are looking to hone your skills with a challenging new break or have never even touched a surfboard before, when you surf with Outward Bound Costa Rica you will discover why Costa Rica is so famous for this popular pastime. Here are seven reasons […]

Rainforest Hike & Homestay #2 Update-July 11th

Last week, students rounded out their July 4th weekend rappelling down the rushing waterfall and headed to the last homestay of their hike at the Hernan residence overlooking the beautiful Rio Savegre. During one students reflection after the hike he described his overall best memory of the course saying, “Arriving at the homestay after a […]

Live the Adventure Photo Contest Winners Announced!

Our Live the Adventure Photo Contest is now closed! We received a range of entries, all of which highlighted our fans’ adventurous lives and were accompanied by inspirational captions and quotes.  We loved seeing peoples ideas of what “Live the Adventure” really means, whether that was an epic sunset or spending time with friends. We asked fans on our […]

Summer Adventures Update: July 23, 2013

  It’s officially summertime here at Outward Bound Costa Rica! To hear all about our student happenings here in Costa Rica and Panama, tune into our blog on Tuesdays for updates on our Summer Adventures and Fridays for updates on our Girl Scout destinations program. Rainforest Exploration Challenge #3 The students on our Rainforest Exploration […]

Meet The Team: Amelia Garita

About Amelia Amelia grew up in San Gerardo de Rivas with her brother and two sisters and has lived in Costa Rica her entire life. A previous tour leader, Amelia came to Outward Bound Costa Rica because she was looking for a new adventure where she could enjoy more of the outdoors and do the […]

Summer Adventures Update: June 25, 2013

It’s officially summertime here at Outward Bound Costa Rica! Tune in to our blog on Tuesdays for updates on our Summer Adventures and Fridays for updates on our Girl Scout destinations program to hear all about our student happenings here in Costa Rica and Panama. Read on to learn the latest happenings from the students […]

Manuel Antonio: A Costa Rican Paradise You Don’t Want To Miss

Where can you find an abundance of wildlife situated only feet away from spectacular beaches? Only at Manuel Antonio. Previously known as only a large area of farmland, Manuel Antonio now boasts one of the best national parks in the world and has quickly developed into a must see here in Costa Rica. Being comprised […]

Summer Adventures Update: June 18, 2013

It’s officially summertime here at Outward Bound Costa Rica! Tune in to our blog on Tuesdays for updates on our Summer Adventures and Fridays for updates on our Girl Scout destinations program to hear all about our student happenings here in Costa Rica and Panama.

And the Winner of a Free Course Is…

We recently ran a contest on our Facebook page to encourage our fans to Live the Adventure this summer. The prizes of the contest will help two lucky OBCR fans create an unforgettable summer…and includes one FREE 7-day 2013 Summer course for our grand prize winner! Watch the video to find out who will be […]