“Before the [OBC hiking] trip, we were very much just a class, no different from the next. After the trip, we were a community that helped each other to complete tasks that seemed impossible before the trip.”

– Trayce, student, 2023

Hassle-free field trips

As educators, we know how difficult it is to organize field trips.

Leverage our proven expertise to make it easier for you to provide your students with an unforgettable immersive outdoor experience.

From careful planning to logistical details, we take care of every step of the field trip so your students can enjoy our life-changing programs without any added stress for you.

Why choose US for your students?

Today’s youth face unique challenges moving into the future.

While technology has undoubtedly opened doors, it has also disconnected young people from the natural world, leaving them lacking important social and emotional skills.

Our outdoor education programs address this by going beyond the classroom to foster resilience, teamwork, and adaptability – qualities that are essential for success in higher education and the professional world.

Key advantages of Outward Bound programs

Some key features that set us apart include:

• Immersive, hands-on learning
• Wide range of programs in urban green spaces, in the wilderness and at Outward Bound facilities, at any time of the year
• Customized or standard options available
• A team to support you with logistics, planning and execution (we provide the equipment too!)
• Exceptional risk management
• High quality, certified instructors
• Curriculum alignment 

Read our case studies to hear from teachers, students and administrators about our programs.

Field trip outcomes

Our programs offer outcomes in three key areas: resilience, environmental leadership, and social-emotional development. Each area is tied to specific skills and long-term impacts because an Outward Bound program is more than just an experience, it’s about what participants carry forward.

• Resilient students are adaptable and motivated.
• Environmental stewards are leaders, service-oriented, and community-minded.
• Social emotional intelligence is demonstrated by good relationship management, cooperative decision-making and problem-solving, and social awareness.

All OBC programs, short or long, teach these skills.

The longer and more immersive the program, the greater the impact.

Read our Social Return on Investment report to understand how we measure the impact OBC has on youth.

Affordable programs

We make outdoor education accessible to all schools and groups through co-paid or fully funded programs. Learn more about our financial assistance options. As an educator, you have the power to shape tomorrow’s leaders. Outward Bound Canada provides you with the tools and experiences to do just that.

Our current program options are: Ontario  British Columbia   Alberta

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