Ever wondered what goes on at our basecamps when students are out backpacking and rafting?... READ MORE

We are excited to announce that our very own Megan Macomber received the OBUSA Marina Ewald Award this year for her 20 years of service to COBS.... READ MORE

The Fellowship for Emerging Leaders was developed to reduce economic and cultural barriers to becoming an Instructor at COBS. Read our Fellows reflections on their experiences. ... READ MORE

After years of planning, we are thrilled to finally be passing along the historic Marble Base Camp to a trusted community partner, Aspen Valley Land Trust (AVLT). ... READ MORE

Tenacity in pursuit, an undefeatable spirit, and a desire to serve. These are the qualities that Outward Bound founder, Kurt Hahn, hoped to cultivate through challenge and discovery in the outdoors.   Over the past several decades, Gruffie Clough has embodied... READ MORE

We at COBS have always known – and embraced – that true discovery comes with its share of challenges. It’s what we’re built upon. And while we find ourselves in this unprecedented time when outdoor organizations are actually encouraging people... READ MORE

Entering this month of gratitude, we want to say a huge thank YOU to our amazing COBS community for a fabulous Black Tie and Tennis Shoes this year! Not only did people look good in their favorite kicks, but we... READ MORE

We’re super excited to learn & get inspired at Outdoor Retailer this week! If you’re in the industry and going to be at the show, here’s a few interesting panels and events to check out. Listings in bold are open to... READ MORE

“I have not tired of the wilderness; rather I enjoy its beauty and the vagrant life I lead, more keenly all the time. I prefer the saddle to the streetcar and star-sprinkled sky to a roof, the obscure and difficult... READ MORE

They’re back! Last spring the Colorado Building Workshop, part of CU Denver’s College of Architecture and Planning, collaborated with COBS to design and build 14 staff cabins for our Leadville Mountain Center. The original project provided beautiful and functional housing... READ MORE