November 2022 Newsletter

30 Years Later, She's Still Outward Bound

Student Danielle Merritt went on the first POBS expedition in 1993. Years later, teacher Danielle Merritt brought her students on POBS expeditions. Read her story >

POBS Instructor Hikes the Appalachian Trail!

Field Instructor Madeline Troyer hiked all 2,190 miles of the Appalachian Trail (AT) in 128 days. "It was the hardest and best thing I’ve ever done,” she said. Read Madeline's AT Story >

Join Us for Rock Wall Climbing on Discovery Day!

Join us for for indoor rock climbing on Saturday, December 3, from 10:00 am to 1:00 pm, free of charge.  At 10am, registration will open for visitors to sign up for a timeslot. All interested participants should arrive prior to the last timeslot (12:30pm).  View upcoming events at The Discovery Center >

POBS Merit Award Courses Now Accepting Applications!

Every year, Philadelphia Outward Bound School offers four fully-funded merit award courses. There are several different expeditions available for students of various ages, as well as adults who are educators.  Learn more and apply >