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Ten reasons to go Outward Bound in winter
https://www.outwardbound.co.nz/about-us/stories/ten-reasons-to-go-outward-bound-in-winter/
Crisp, sunny mornings, sensational wildlife and peaceful reflection. Read on to find out why the June-September months at Anakiwa are some of the best... Read more -
Inspirational Quotes
https://www.outwardbound.co.nz/about-us/stories/inspirational-quotes/
Inspirational & motivational sayings, quotes and messages from the famous and not so famous (including some awesome Outward Bound students). A chance to heed the collected wisdom of over fifty years of Outward Bound. Want to create your own inspirational life? Find out more about our transf... Read more -
Jai Merrick - fundraising
https://www.outwardbound.co.nz/about-us/stories/jai-merrick/
Don’t give up! Just keep writing letters – personalise each letter, and only ask for small amounts of money, rather than the full fees. Be honest! Say thanks! Read more -
Are you resilient?
https://www.outwardbound.co.nz/about-us/stories/are-you-resilient/
Grit. Determination. The ability to keep going when the going gets tough. It's all about resilience. But where does resilience come from? And the million dollar question - how do you get it? Read more -
Sarah's story - the power of self-belief
https://www.outwardbound.co.nz/about-us/stories/sarahs-story-the-power-of-self-belief/
Today Sarah Carter is living in Sydney, learning to surf and is about to set off on a 100km trailwalk for charity. She is full of confidence, she enjoys pushing herself and embracing nature. Two years ago Sarah wrote this letter to herself on her Classic course solo. If you've ever wondered about t... Read more -
Mind Body Soul and gratitude
https://www.outwardbound.co.nz/about-us/stories/mind-body-soul-and-gratitude/
Each month we receive letters of thanks and gratitude from Outward Bound alumni. Here's one from Cameron, who attended a Mind Body Soul Course thanks to a kind sponsor. In his own words.... Read more -
Outward Bound CEO Victor shares his lightbulb moment
https://www.outwardbound.co.nz/about-us/stories/do-your-values-align-with-your-career-goals/
In 1998 our CEO Victor Klap had a 'lightbulb moment'. Read the NZ Herald-featured article about what sparked his journey to aligning his personal and professional values and why he recommends you to do just the same. Read more -
Andy's story: Outward Bound Professional Course
https://www.outwardbound.co.nz/about-us/stories/andys-story-outward-bound-professional-course/
Andy Milne, Commercial Manager at ASB, took part in an Outward Bound Professional Course. Throughout his development programme "the learning never stopped" but 9 months on from the experience what difference has it made to life in the office and beyond? Read more -
Marilyn McLellan - A fundraising story
https://www.outwardbound.co.nz/about-us/stories/marilyn-mclellan-a-fundraising-story/
After overcoming her initial worries about attending the course, Marilyn fundraised towards her Aspire adventure by reaching out to her community. Read her story of how she made her Outward Bound experience happen. Read more -
Outward Bound around the globe
https://www.outwardbound.co.nz/about-us/stories/outward-bound-around-the-globe/
It all began in a small fishing village on the Welsh coast back in 1941. Now in 2015, there are Outward Bound schools in 32 countries. From the peaks of the Himalaya to the deserts of Oman and the rainforests of Costa Rica, OB courses take place in challenging landscapes across the globe. Read more