Building Adventure 2025 made big news across Philadelphia! Coverage of the event reached new heights, with all four major local TV networks — Fox, NBC, CBS, and 6abc — showing up to capture the courage, excitement, and community spirit on display. From mascot rappels to inspiring personal stories, the city was watching as more than 120 participants took the leap for Philadelphia Outward Bound School.
Fox Good Day Uncut was LIVE with us for a half-hour segment at Building Adventure 2025, bringing viewers right into the action from Commerce Square.
CBS News Philadelphia featured a great piece on Building Adventure, POBS, and Russell Byers Charter School board chair and rappeller Frank Jackson.
NBC10’s Matt DeLucia told the inspiring story of Natanya Sortland, a visually impaired rappeller whose courage and positivity stole the show.
6abc Action News shared a powerful 30-second spotlight that summed up what Building Adventure is all about - courage, community, and support for Philadelphia Outward Bound School programs that help local students reach new heights.
KYW Newsradio aired two thoughtful (audio-only) segments on Building Adventure, featuring interviews with student rappellers and Philadelphia Outward Bound School Executive Director Justin Ennis. The reports highlighted how the event gives both adults and students a chance to step outside their comfort zones, build confidence, and experience the transformational power of Outward Bound programs.
Before the big event, we hosted a Media Day at Commerce Square, giving local news outlets a preview of the rappel experience. Crews from Fox, NBC, CBS, and 6abc were on site as Eagles mascot Swoop and Sixers mascot Franklin geared up, went over the edge, and helped build excitement for Building Adventure 2025.