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New Partnership Spotlight: Valley Forge Military Academy Joins Forces with Philadelphia Outward Bound School

The Philadelphia Outward Bound School (POBS) is proud to announce an exciting new partnership with Valley Forge Military Academy (VFMA), an international leadership institution where young men discover their potential, fortify their character, and develop into leaders of positive change within their communities and nationwide. Launched in early 2025 as part of VFMA’s ambitious strategic… READ MORE >

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Why the World Needs Outward Bound

Article courtesy of Outward Bound International. Established in 1941 amidst the harrowing circumstances of World War II, Outward Bound was a trailblazer in offering an “authentic, rigorous, and adventurous ‘training for life’ program.” This initiative stood out as a significant departure from the conventional educational models of the time, focusing on equipping young people with… READ MORE >

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Alumni: Join the POBS Dragon Boat Team!

Attend the POBS Alumni Dragon Boat Team Builder On Saturday, April 12, 2025, come out and meet POBS alumni as we form a 2025 Dragon Boat team! This will be our fourth year racing and we are excited to have fellow Outward Bound alum Dave Kunz back as our coach. On Saturday, April 12, Dave… READ MORE >

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7 Myths About Outward Bound

“Outward Bound is only for troubled kids.” “Outward Bound is not fun.” “The food on Outward Bound is terrible.” “Outward Bound is only for experienced campers.” “Outward Bound is too hard.” ! ! ! ! ! All of the above statements are FALSE! Well, maybe it’s a little hard. Watch the video below for the… READ MORE >

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Measurable Moments and Lasting Impact: POBS 2024

Text, graphics, and video by Emily Della Fera, Associate Director of School District Partnerships In 2024, POBS participants didn’t just conquer physical challenges; they grew as individuals. Students reported improvements in courage, teamwork, and self-awareness — proof that the power of adventure creates lasting impact. Measurable moments include: We served 7,325 participants across 123 schools,… READ MORE >

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Joy, Laughter, and Determination: Remembering Ludlow Miller

by Katie Newsom, Former Executive Director of the Philadelphia Outward Bound School I will never forget my first Advisory Board meeting with the Philadelphia Friends of Outward Bound (PFOB).  It was September of 1997, and we met in the meeting room of the Fairmount Park Horticultural Center.  Ludlow Miller was the Board Chair of this… READ MORE >

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Exploring New Horizons: Harriman State Park Recon Trip

Text and photos by Ritam Chakraborty, POBS Expedition Program Coordinator Top banner image: A view from one of the many summits in Harriman State Park In mid-November, after wrapping up our expedition and overnight programs for the season, our Expedition Team set out on a recon trip to Harriman State Park. Earlier this year, we… READ MORE >