Bernardsville Teen Gains Leadership Skills Through Outward Bound Experience

ByΒ Olga Christie Published August 16, 2025 BERNARDSVILLE, NJ – Penny Christie, a student at Bernards High School in Bernardsville, has completed theΒ Outward Bound Backpacking, Canoeing & Leadership ProgramΒ where students trade screens and schedules for the silence of the woods: a stretch of time meant to strip away comfort and teach what resilience really feels like. Each… READ MORE >

How Outward Bound Changed Me: Diego’s Reflection After 3 Courses

At the Philadelphia Outward Bound School (POBS), we believe in the power of challenge and community to transform lives. Diego Rosario, a student from Northeast High School and a Casey Meyer Brecker Memorial Fund Scholarship Student, has completed three Outward Bound experiences with us: an Insight Day in May 2023, a Backpacking Expedition in October… READ MORE >

The Power of the Climb: Build Strength, Focus, and Confidence

Whether on the climbing wall at The Discovery Center or on a natural rock face in the wilderness, rock climbing at Philadelphia Outward Bound School is more than a workout. It is a powerful tool for transformation. The health benefits of rock climbing include increased strength in the arms, legs, and core, improved balance and… READ MORE >

Building Belonging and More With 9th Grade Academies

The School District of Philadelphia’s Ninth Grade Academies are designed to ease the transition from middle school to high school for ninth-grade students. AcademyΒ objectives are to build peer-to-peer connections and student-staff relationships, get students working together, and pushing through new challenges. As a key partner to these schools, POBS delivers a mix of single-day Insight… READ MORE >

Outward Bound’s Blue Heron Awards Celebrate Philly Educators

Philadelphia Outward Bound School proudly announces the 2025 Blue Heron Educator Award recipients: Andrew Adams of Northeast High School and Liz Biagioli of Wissahickon Charter School. These two outstanding educators exemplify the values at the heart of Outward Bound – courage, compassion, and a deep belief in the potential of every student. Whether in the… READ MORE >

Philadelphia Student Malcolm Bullock Awarded Prestigious Duke of Edinburgh’s Gold Award

Malcolm Bullock, a junior at George Washington Carver High School of Engineering and Science, was recently honored with the Duke of Edinburgh’s Gold Award, one of the world’s most prestigious achievements for young people. As part of this internationally recognized program, Malcolm was invited to personally meet Prince Edward, the Duke of Edinburgh, during a… READ MORE >

Build a Positive Workplace Culture Through Experiential Learning

Outward Bound Professional (OB Pro) Can Help You Create a High-Performance Team In today’s dynamic business world, positive workplace culture is more than a buzzword. It is the foundation of high-performing, resilient teams. Whether you’re navigating a hybrid work culture, recovering from organizational change, or working to boost morale, success starts with building a positive… READ MORE >