With guidance from an Outward Bound instructor, one student learns lessons in positivity The email came from the parent of a 10th grade student who had been on a two-week expedition a few months ago: “I want you to know how much this program has meant to me and my boys. Noam actually came back… READ MORE >
From the Intelligencer/Bucks County Courier February 14, 2022 Central Bucks High School South senior Jonathan Sim, of Chalfont, was recently recognized with an Infinite Potential Commendation from the Duke of Edinburgh’s International Award program. Sim was one of only five candidates selected out of more than 1,000 U.S. program participants. Winners were selected for demonstrating… READ MORE >
This month we look back at the ground we covered in 2021. We also highlight our participation in the Duke of Edinburgh’s International Award USA program, and congratulate a POBS alum who received a commendation for his work in that program. We also encourage you to apply for a merit scholarship course. Read on! A… READ MORE >
Students, educators, and other POBS clients have nice things to say about their experience with our programs – this month we’ve put some of their letters together in a new Testimonials page. We also have an update on community events at The Discover Center, as well as some timely announcements, one being: we’re hiring! What… READ MORE >
“I first heard about Outward Bound through a social worker,” said Nick Hazell, who hails from Trenton, New Jersey. “I think he realized I was interested in things most city kids weren’t into, like the outdoors. I didn’t have video games. I was 15 years old.” Nick was encouraged to apply for a spot on… READ MORE >
Google “outdoor education Philly” and the Philadelphia Outward Bound School pops right up. That’s what Mac Dvorak learned when searching for an organization that could provide them with training in experiential learning. It was part of Dvorak’s larger plan to create a program to help young women and trans folx develop positive body image and… READ MORE >
Keenan Corrigan was in middle school when she first learned about Outward Bound from a magazine and thought, “I want to do that.” Corrigan became a girl scout and stayed with the program for 12 years, gaining outdoor and camping experience along the way. She then worked in summer camp all through high school and… READ MORE >
Special Guest Blog Post by Assistant Instructor Madeline Troyer Backpacking has changed who I am as a person. Through backpacking, I have learned the importance of finding joy even on the worst days, how to care for others, what it is like to slow down in life and enjoy the presence of other people and… READ MORE >