By Alumna Kate Mosher, Instructor Development Course I was lost. I was no longer a child but I felt awkward in my new found adult-self. I felt uncertain of what my next steps in life should be and wanted some... READ MORE

Anne Hersman began working with Outward Bound in 2013 as an intern for students who are “at-risk.” Previously she had been substitute teaching after receiving her teaching certificate. It was during this time that she realized her students had issues... READ MORE

1. What does it mean to you to win the Catcher in the Rye award?  It has reminded me of the larger systems and structures needed to account for safety and how it is such a collaborative effort of so many,... READ MORE

If you have taken a course with us, then you may have had the opportunity to visit one of our historic base camp communities. At NCOBS we have seven base camps total; two in the NC mountains, one mobile base... READ MORE

North Carolina Outward Bound School employs more than 200 instructors each year to work in the field with its participants. As the leader in experiential and outdoor education, our instructors are accomplished outdoor educators who have extensive experience and training... READ MORE