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The Month Of Gratitude
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One of our favorite TX campsites, at the base of the Santa Elena Canyon. Photo credit: Ben Koshnick
Greetings VOBSters,

November at VOBS is a glorious time. Temperatures are beginning to dip in Minnesota, hinting at snow and getting our winter crew excited as they prep for the season. While our crew down in Texas are seeing highs near the 100's during the day and are in full swing with multiple crews backpacking in Big Bend and canoeing down the Rio Grande.

As we enter a month that is synonymous with gratitude and appreciation, we continue to feel the support of you, our incredible VOBS community! We do this work together, and we value each of your contributions to our students, families, partners and staff.

Thank You. From the bottom of our heart.

Gratefully,
Your VOBS Crew
Things We Love
  • This interview about the Full Circle Everest Expedition: "Led by Phil Henderson, an experienced mountaineer and 30-year veteran of the outdoor industry, the team has built its expedition around far more than attaining a summit. It’s an effort to steer the narrative of mountaineering, climbing, and simply enjoying the outdoors to one that is more inclusive for future generations. It’s about showing that the outdoors is a space for everyone. It’s about elevating and inviting new faces into the mix..."
  • It's never too late to climb that mountain: Dierdre Wolownick, whose son, "Free Solo" star Alex Honnold, is one of the world's top rock climbers, ascended Yosemite's El Capitan to celebrate her 70th birthday.
  • St. Paul, MN (home of our Twin Cities Center) is named one of Outside Magazine's Most Livable U.S. Cities!
  • The Between Two Pines Adventure Journal. Check out their blog about our first women's course and the documentary about it, Women Outward Bound.
Go beyond the comfort zone of your classroom or workspace to discover a confidence you didn’t know you had. From seven-day backpacking expeditions to 72-day multi-element semesters, go boldly this winter or spring.
2022 Winter and Spring expeditions are limited—enroll today:
COURSE SPOTLIGHT

Spend your days in the heart of Big Bend’s desert and canyon landscapes, following the Rio Grande and expanding your mastery of wilderness techniques across multiple environments. This multi-layered course offers 50 days of in-depth learning in canoeing, backpacking, rock climbing, rappelling and first aid, while simultaneously exploring group dynamics, experiential education theory and methods, and wilderness activity management.

From the Desk of a Summer Program Director

"Pandemic life has been a challenge for all of us, especially young people. While we believe youth are inherently resilient, we know they require a safe, supportive environment to practice and develop important life skills. This year, VOBS provided that safe, supportive environment to discover and re-discover belonging, strength and purpose."

Click below to read more from Dan Blessing, our Homeplace Summer Program Director.
Alumni Community
"To Serve, To Strive, and Not To Yield"
Stay connected and always part of our community:
The VOBS Twin Cities Center has moved to a new location in St. Paul - please update your records!
You Are Needed

VOBS strives to serve every student, regardless of income. By making a donation today, you help make it possible for everyone to experience Outward Bound. Your donation helps young teens working on rebuilding their family relationships, veterans looking to find success beyond the military, and adults on the precipice of their next life stage. A gift to VOBS is just one way to demonstrate the lasting value of this experience. Thank you!
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
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