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Voyageur Outward Bound School
Location: Homeplace; Photo Credit: John Ratzloff
Happy Fall VOBS friends!

"A mind that is stretched by a new experience can never go back to its old dimensions."
— Oliver Wendell Holmes

By experiencing Outward Bound, whether as an employee, a student, a partner or a donor, we truly believe that stretching your comfort zone is necessary for growth.

Read on below for the exciting new ways we're growing and stretching here at VOBS!

Love from,
Your Voyageur Outward Bound Crew
Location: St. Croix Riverway; Photo Credit: Steve Woit
Photo Credit: Steve Woit
This fall, VOBS heads into a new school year with an expanded presence and a renewed commitment to our Minnesota community.

Thanks to the David and Janis Larson Foundation, we are building belonging, strength and purpose in urban, suburban and rural communities.


Read more on the blog!
THINGS WE LOVE:
  • September's Legendary Voyageur: "Whether she’s at the crag, on top of a mountain, or on the beaches of her hometown, Kris Machnick has a daring vision that transcends the gender and age norms of her generation—hence she is climbing now into her 80s with no end in sight."
  • Rainbow Routes: 10 Fall Color Drives in Minnesota
  • On the Blog: Rachael, Queen of the Desert
  • Scientists have discovered that feelings of gratitude can actually change your brain. Feeling gratitude can also be a great tool for overcoming depression and anxiety. Furthermore, scientists have discovered that the heart sends signals to the brain. Learn more!
We are pleased to announce a bold new initiative for experiential education programming for high schools, colleges and universities in Texas: Big Bend 2020.
Application Directions:
  • Prospective partners should email megan.henning@vobs.org to request an application
  • Applications are due December 2, 2019
  • VOBS will review applications and make funding offers by December 19, 2019
  • Your contact for more information about Big Bend 2020 is Megan Henning, Outreach Representative: megan.henning@vobs.org or (651) 968-3449
Location: Big Bend, Texas
*Please note, this is a shortened list due to space. Click here to see a full list of all upcoming courses!

*courses arranged by date
Location: Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness; Photo Credit: Menno Lammerts von Bueren
Why hibernate all winter when you can enroll on the adventure of your lifetime? Spend this winter meeting new and interesting people and doing something so incredible it will change your life.
When: Thursday, September 19th
Time: 5:00-7:00 p.m.,
(3:00-10:00 p.m. Beer Donations)
Location: Lakes & Legends, 1368 LaSalle Ave, Minneapolis, MN 55403

Join us for a beer ($1 of every Flagship beer purchased between 3:00-10:00 p.m. goes back to VOBS), win some Outward Bound swag, and pay it forward by writing a postcard to a future student!

P.S - Shanti, one of our favorite retired sled dogs (feature on the right), will be our guest of honor! Her name means Peace and Calm and you'll see why she lives up to it! Learn more about: Adopt-A-Sled-Dog Program!
Photo Credit: Kristin Jonason
 


Alumni Opportunities:

As a VOBS alumni, we encourage you to stay in touch, share your memories and pass on your knowledge. Below are some ways to remain in contact or get involved.

Stay Connected:

Stay Involved:
  • Share your story or be a reference.
  • Make a donation or host a fundraiser.

All of these opportunities can be found at our alumni website: www.vobs.org/connect/alumni


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Ely, MN 55731
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