Bo Thrasher is a long-time supporter of Outward Bound, a former staff member, and a volunteer with Northwest Outward Bound School. Bo is a champion for our work and motivated to help us reach more students in the Methow Valley. She shared about her experience being part of the NWOBS community. How did you first…
What does challenge look like for Outward Bound students today?
Last summer, Northwest Outward Bound School (NWOBS) Instructors Joseph Kim and ariel watanabe led ten students on a 15-day Northwest Sea Kayaking and Mountaineering expedition through the stunning waters of the San Juan Islands and across the rugged and remote North Cascade Mountains. The WWCJ-341 crew bonded quickly. Right away, Joseph noticed the connection among…
Announcing 7 new board members
Northwest Outward Bound School (NWOBS) welcomed 7 new members to our Board of Directors in December. They represent the broad reach that Outward Bound has across our communities and country, and we are thrilled to have their support. Lauren Fraser Bend, OR Richard Mull Sun Valley, ID Sarah Reardon Arlington,…
Join the 2024 NWOBS Team
Northwest Outward Bound School Field Staff job opportunities are online now. We’re looking for qualified, compassionate individuals to work with our expedition-based programs. You’ll work and live with a wonderful community of people in the stunning landscape of Central Oregon at the Odin Falls Base Camp or in the North Cascades at the Mazama Base…
Staff Spotlight: Development Director Elena Hein
We are thrilled to announce that Elena Hein joined Northwest Outward Bound School (NWOBS) as our new Development Director this month. Elena has been serving as our Interim Development Director and has already reshaped our development priorities in positive and impactful ways. Read below to learn more about Elena’s background and connection to NWOBS. …
Congratulations to 2023 John McGrory Award Recipient Anne Morrison
Congratulations to Anne Morrison, the Outward Bound USA 2023 John McGrory Award recipient. Part of the Outward Bound crew for 17 years now, Anne is an invaluable member of our community who has made a lasting impact on our staff and students because of her impressive expertise in risk management & safety, compassionate leadership, and…
Enroll in our 2024 Expeditions
Northwest Outward Bound’s 2024 expedition courses are live. Popular courses fill up fast, so don’t miss your chance to enroll! Outward Bound courses range from 7 days to a full semester, and course activities include backpacking, kayaking, rock climbing, and mountaineering. You can explore the Central Cascades and iconic Smith Rock in Oregon or go north…
Q&A with Outdoor Educator Alum Alex Babinski
As one of our most unique program lines, people often ask what they can expect from an Outdoor Educator course and if it’s the right fit for them. While the program is intentionally designed for individuals seeking or interested in careers in outdoor education or the outdoor industry, the focus doesn’t solely land on creating guide-ready individuals, but instead…
Instructor Spotlight: Thomas Gamsjager
Meet Thomas Gamsjager, a Northwest Outward Bound School (NWOBS) Instructor with a passion for guiding sea kayaking, backpacking, and rock climbing courses. With three years of experience teaching courses with NWOBS in Mazama, WA and Redmond, Oregon, Thomas has honed his skills in facilitating transformative outdoor experiences. His expertise extends to a range of programs,…
Bringing Outward Bound back home
Meet Abe Thompson. Abe is a senior in high school in Wisconsin, and last summer, he traveled to the Pacific Northwest for Northwest Outward Bound School’s Oregon Rafting & Alpine Backpacking course for high school students. The 15-day course explores the diverse mountain habitat of the Central Cascade mountain range and continues along the beautiful…