Why Philadelphia Outward Bound School?


Philadelphia Outward Bound School (est.1992) is a non-profit educational organization serving people of all ages, backgrounds, and socioeconomic status through challenging learning expeditions that inspire self-discovery, both in and out of the classroom.

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The experience of helping a fellow man in danger, or even of training in a realistic manner to be ready to give this help, tends to change the balance of power in a youth's inner life with the result that compassion can become the master motive.
Kurt Hahn

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May 2023 Newsletter

Meet the Next Generation of Environmental Leaders The Environmental and Outdoor Leadership [...]

The Next Generation of Environmental Leaders

“When I was in Middle School, I did two expeditions with Philadelphia [...]

Northeast Times – Fun and life lessons

By Tom Waring May 18, 2023 Ten Northeast High School students just [...]

April 2023 Newsletter

Reimagining School Partnerships with Learning Network 11 At POBS, we often hear [...]

Reimagining School Partnerships with Learning Network 11

POBS’ Partnership with Neighborhood Schools Will Help Track Student Outcomes “I learned [...]

North Philly principal among honorees for this year’s Lindback award

Chanel Hill TRIBUNE STAFF WRITER Apr 18, 2023 Crystal Edwards never saw [...]

Some Philly school leaders spend their spring break bonding high above Fairmount Park

Trauma specialists at Philly schools take on an aerial challenge to better [...]

March 2023 Newsletter

Did a Woman Lead the First Outward Bound Expedition? Yes. Her name [...]

Did a Woman Lead the First Outward Bound Expedition?

Yes, her name was Marina Ewald. Kurt Hahn is known as the [...]