Announcing the VOBS Scholar Portal

VOBS is very grateful to work with students in our partner schools and nonprofits.

We love designing and delivering group programs just for our students, but sometimes we can't serve all students with just one partnership program. That's why we are creating a new opportunity for partner students who cannot join a scheduled VOBS partnership program this summer.

This summer, we are inviting individual students in our partner schools and nonprofits to sign up for a longer Minnesota wilderness leadership expedition (trip) of their choice this summer, tuition free!

Outward Bound is an inclusive leadership program, designed for you.
Outward Bound meets you where you are at, NO experience necessary!
Outward Bound is a great way to prepare for college or training programs.
Outward Bound looks great on your college or job application.
Outward Bound builds leadership skills to thrive in school, work and life.
Outward Bound provides a hands-on, in-person experience with peers.
Outward Bound is an adventure, and a meaningful way to reclaim a sense of belonging, strength and purpose.

Your course is free and we're waiving the enrollment fee.
Enrollment is first come, first-served until VOBS uses up scholarship funds.
No more than two students from your same school or nonprofit may enroll on one leadership course; the VOBS Admissions team will let you know if the course is full and help you select another course.
No experience necessary. Seriously. VOBS will teach you everything you need to know.
Don't think you have the right gear? Don't worry, we've got you covered. Just tell your Admissions Advisor if you don't have something that's on the packing list and we'll supply it.
Worried about getting to Duluth to start your course? Our Admissions team can help you figure out how to get to Duluth, where your Instructors will pick you up.