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OUTWARD BOUND PROFESSIONAL

Your team is one-of-a-kind, and your teambuilding program should be too. We offer customizable experiences tailored to the specific needs, goals, and dynamics of your team, ensuring a perfect fit every time. Through shared challenges, collaborative problem-solving, and mutual support, our programs foster a culture of generosity and teamwork among colleagues.

Reenergize, reengage, and refresh your team like never before!


READ OUR ANNUAL REPORT

What exactly have we been up to this past year? Take a deep dive into our Insight program, learn more about CBOBS in Washington DC, discover our impact and community engagement, and so much more! Plus, numbers and statistics to back everything up!

Check out the report here!


DATA ON THE HORIZON!

"93% of teachers report that Outward Bound staff created a safe and supportive learning environment for their students."


WE'RE IN THE NEWS!

Our Executive Director Kristen spoke with Comcast Newsmakers on the impact of the work CBOBS has been doing, and continues to, do in the Baltimore and DC areas.


HAPPY HOURS

Two opportunities to come together to connect with Outward Bound crew and community invested in transformative education for local youth. See you in Washington, DC on June 5th and Baltimore on June 6th. Click the links to RSVP!


OPEN ENROLLMENT COURSES

Experience the thrill of an Outward Bound adventure! Summer courses are open for registration and our offerings include (but aren't limited to):

Potomac River Canoeing and Appalachian Backpacking & Rock Climbing

Chesapeake Bay Sea Kayaking

Appalachian and Dolly Sods Wilderness Backpacking and Rock Climbing

Appalachian Backpacking & Rock Climbing for Girls


BECOME AN INSTRUCTOR

Turn your passion for personal growth, youth development, and experiential education into a career. Instructor positions are open now! No previous outdoor experience is necessary to begin your journey. It is always a good time to join our crew. Apply today or learn more about the position.


BLUE HERON AWARDS

The Blue Heron Educator Award is about honoring educators who embody the characteristics of agility, integrity, compassion, and perseverance, and have gone above and beyond to inspire those same traits in their students—both in and out of the classroom. We're looking to hear your stories about educators who have made an impact in your lives.

Nominate an educator here!


OUTWARD BOUND STORIES

Lucky for you, some of our alumni were willing to give you a little glimpse of how they felt during their Outward Bound course. Hear them speak about the challenge, the connection, the fun they had, and how their course made them want to be a better person and experience more of what life has to offer!

Read OB Stories


SCHOOL STORE 2024

If you forgot to pick one up after your expedition, or just want to support and represent our cause, the school store has you covered! New offerings include a branded 5 panel hat and a polyester blend, 100% carbon neutral tee.

School Store


BEHIND THE EXPEDITION

"There is so much that goes into how we play outside." To describe the compassion and care our instructors put into an Outward Bound experience is only the beginning. Watch the full "Behind the Expedition" series on our YouTube.

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UPDATES IN EQUITY WORK

As an organization, we know that actions are louder than words. By continuing to take a look inward in order to be an organization that is fully equitable and supportive of a diverse staff and student community. See updates and communications regarding our equity work here.


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