Welcome to the Northwest Outward Bound School!

The Northwest Outward Bound School mission

To conduct safe, adventure-based experiences structured to inspire self discovery, self reliance, compassion for others, and care for our environment.

After an Outward Bound Course:

• 93% of students said that they were more likely to believe in their ability to succeed
• 97% of students showed an increase in self confidence
• 95% of students showed an increase in ability to resolve conflict
• 91% of students said that they would be more likely to take responsibility for their actions

What students say about their experience with Outward Bound:

“People always told me that I am strong and capable of doing many things. It was not until I carried those 40 pounds on my back, rappelled down a 180 feet rock, and kayaked for 11 miles straight that I realized everything I can do, even things I never thought were possible.” - Yanet

"I will trust myself and know that I have what it takes. I need to remember that I have everything I need in life to be successful". - Hannah

“Commercials say lose 20lbs in 3 weeks etc… but I think there should be one that says lose 20lbs of negativity, false hopes and get your mind and body in shape in 3 weeks with an Outward Bound course.” - Rafael 

"In the beginning climbing a steep mountain seemed impossible and out of reach, and just physically painful. But as I slowly began to move forward I began to come upon the end of my pass. When I made it atop that mountain pass I felt so relieved. It’s an accomplishment that at the time seemed so farfetched and difficult, but I was able to finish it and move on. So as long as I don’t stop but keep moving forward through all the hardships I face in life I now know for a fact that there’s an end to all difficult things." -Tigist