February 2023 Newsletter

Wilderness First Responder Training at POBS

This month, POBS instructors participated in Wilderness First Responder (WFR) training at The Discovery Center. Read more >

Building Adventure is Back!

Our legendary peer-to-peer fundraiser, Building Adventure, is returning on October 20, 2023, and YOU are invited! Read more >

Join the POBS Alumni Dragon Boat Team!

Join us on Saturday, March 18, from 1 to 3 pm at the University Barge Club on Boathouse row to meet other POBS alumni, staff and board members and be part of the POBS Dragon Boat team - no experience required! Get the details >

Free Film Screening of "Expedition Reclamation"

Join POBS on March 21st for an in-person screening of the documentary Expedition Reclamation, which highlights the stories of a dozen women of color and how they formed powerful relationships with the outdoors. The film will be followed by a panel discussion. Learn more and get free tickets >

Special Message from our Executive Director

Our Executive Director, Meg Wise, is leaving POBS later this summer to write a novel, so we're seeking a new leader.

Read a special message from Meg >

View Executive Director job description >

Applications Closing Soon for POBS Merit Courses!

Our yearly fully-funded merit award courses are filling up fast! Apply now to embark on a multi-day expedition to develop leadership skills and create memories that will last a lifetime.  Apply now >

Save the Date: Join us for Discovery Day on March 25th

Join POBS and Audubon at The Discovery Center for an early morning bird walk, followed by a day on the James McLane Family Challenge Course! Get the details here >