Justice, Equity, Diversity and Inclusion

…self-discovery that fulfill our organizational values of compassion, integrity, excellence, service, and diversity and inclusion – and we want to help students internalize these values as part of their Outward…

Gift Acceptance Policy

…Philadelphia Outward Bound School will not accept gifts that: would result in POBS violating its corporate charter, would result in POBS losing its status as an IRS 501(c)(3) not-for-profit organization…

About Philadelphia Outward Bound School

…are committed to transparency, responsibility, and taking the right — not the easiest — path. EXCELLENCE We are proud of Outward Bound’s history as the role model for outdoor experiential…

Educational Approach

…healthy and balanced life.   LEADERSHIP Outward Bound teaches the ability to set goals, inspire, and guide others to achieve more. We encourage collaboration, communication, problem-solving, and conflict-resolution. SERVICE Our…

How to Support POBS

…two-week long scholarship expedition in the Delaware Water Gap, you make a difference. Contributions directly support our Association for Experiential Education accredited programs, highly-trained instructors, top of the line gear,…