Picture it: We’re backpacking in the desert in Texas, it’s hot, dry. I have my shade umbrella, making myself as small as possible hiding from the sun as we hike to an oasis. We are desperate for some relief from... READ MORE

Outward Bound California is pleased to announce a $1 million four-year grant award from the William K. Bowes, Jr. Foundation.  The Foundation has been a consistent supporter of our work since 2008.  Over the next four years, this grant will... READ MORE

It was almost one year ago that our small administrative office first began talking about Covid-19 as isolated cases emerged close to home. There was uncertainty in the air – we had no idea how, when, or to what extent... READ MORE

Outward Bound California is an organization that strives to cultivate leaders with integrity, moral courage, and above all, compassion. Therefore, with our values at the forefront, we are unable to stay silent on recent events. What transpired at the US... READ MORE

My six-year-old daughter started school this week. Like many caregivers and parents,  I am faced with the anxiety and uncertainty about schooling for the near and long term. One of my greatest worries is: How does a small, highly energetic,... READ MORE

Our country is hurting and communities are mourning from so much loss.  I hear the anger, pain, and fear. I hear the call for decisive action to be anti-racist. I also hear the call to innovate our business models to... READ MORE

Update 10/6/20 To our valued community, As our communities continue to struggle with poor air quality, wildfire danger due to climate change, and a tense upcoming election, we pause to acknowledge another big misstep in our social justice system with... READ MORE

Our world continues to face uncertainty and separation from one another. Through the fear and isolation, the domains of thriving that I explored in my last blog – Belonging, Courage, Reflection and Physical Engagement – ring even more true to... READ MORE

Outward Bound was founded with four core values: excellence, service, integrity and diversity & inclusion.  While diversity and inclusion have been written into our curriculum since day one, we know that the outdoor industry has been and is still deeply... READ MORE

By Allison Croley Under a blue Florida sky and longleaf pine, he poked his head out of the small solo tent.  “What am I going to do alone for two days?” he asked. I can’t do this. I’m going to... READ MORE