Welcome to Outward Bound's virtual adult melting pot. We know that many of our adult students welcome the chance to learn in dynamic settings and in diverse groups while still being treated like an adult with life experience. This collection of 1-3 week courses offers a unique Outward Bound adventure to anyone 18 and older, with no upper age limit. We understand that life is busy and you can't always take time off in the summer. Our solution? Outward Bound's broadest "off-peak" (Sept.-May) adult course selection - period.
Come to know what it is like to live, work and play in the great outdoors and learn how to camp and travel on an extended expedition. You’ll climb at some of the most diverse and exciting rock sites in the country and paddle premier whitewater rivers. This classic multi-expedition offers extended leadership and personal development opportunities.
Activities: backpacking, whitewater canoeing (Class I-III rapids, tandem canoes), rock climbing including multi-pitch climb, Leave No Trace, solo, service project, personal challenge event, final expedition
Lengths: 28 days, 21 days
Ages: 18+, 16-18
Special Focus: Adults 18+, 23+
This is a multi-expedition In the San Juan Islands of Puget Sound and the North Cascades in Washington. It includes two distinct expeditions, one by kayak and one on foot. The 22-day course offers higher altitude and requires more group gear to accomplish the technical peak ascents included on the longer course. Regardless of course length this course is best suited to motivated, fit teens ready to take on challenge and go home ready for success.
Activities: Mountain travel, sea kayaking, peak attempt, low-impact camping, solo, service and final expedition
Lengths: 22 days, 14 days
Ages: 18-22, 16-18
Join fellow educators on the scenic waters of Ross Lake for an Outward Bound expedition that will renew your spirit and refresh your teaching and communication style. Hurry, scholarships are available on a first-come first-serve basis!
Activities: Canoeing, Alpine Hiking
Lengths: 7 days
Ages: 23+
Special Focus: Educators
Paddle the pristine waters of the Rangley Lakes region of Maine on this one-week canoe expedition for adults.
Activities: Canoeing, day hikes, campcraft, map & compass, solo, service project.
Lengths: 8 days
Ages: 23+, 30+
