When our son wanted to do a gap year before beginning university—we were unsure. He was determined. ... READ MORE

2020 was a year of deep learning – and unlearning – for many of us. And our collective work has to continue. Since our last round of weekly reading, we have been reading, listening, and engaging with our communities to... READ MORE

The following is a letter from our Executive Director in response to the events that occurred on January 6, 2021 at the U.S. Capitol Building: As the Colorado Outward Bound School team and I watched the news unfold from our... READ MORE

We loooove podcasts. Storytelling is such an impactful way to engage with each other and to share our human experiences and there are so many individuals and organizations doing great work in this platform. Here are some of our favorites:... READ MORE

These are some of our favorites when it comes to traveling the world, learning about people and places, and following along on epic adventures – all from the comfort of the couch.  Big Miracle Starring John Krasinski and Drew Barrymore,... READ MORE

Reading has long been a quintessential path to discovery and a great way to build our knowledge and excitement before an expedition. We’ve compiled a list of some of our favorite books that inspire adventure, perseverance, and exploration of the... READ MORE

George Kennedy McLeodDecember 12, 1927 – July 4, 2020 Mt. Everest West Ridge Expedition, 1985 George Kennedy McLeod was born in Aberdeen, Scotland, son of Jean Kennedy and John Dowd McLeod.  His youth was challenging as the family was poor, his... READ MORE

Safe access to outdoor spaces is a privilege not equally afforded under the constructs of systemic racism. In order to create equity in the outdoors, we need to actively dismantle the systems that unjustly jeopardize the safety of BIPOC and... 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

  Huge thanks to Doug for an awesome story and photo! “Bob?” “Bob?!” I called again. “Where are you?” I stood at the top of a slope frantically moving my eyes in search of the 55-year-old Vietnam veteran from Texas.... READ MORE