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The path to becoming an Outdoor Leader

Designed for folks who have no formal training or experience in outdoor leadership, our Foundations Level program will introduce participants to the basic components needed to further integrate outdoor leadership skills into their career, lesson plans, or everyday understanding. 

Depending on the program format and date that you choose, your program will either take place in an Urban or Wilderness setting.

Program Modules

Teaching & Learning in the Outdoors

Trip Planning & Prep

Group Facilitation Skills

Outdoor Leadership 101

Entry-level Outdoor Certifications

What We Offer

Outdoor JOurney

With a proven track record of delivering unforgettable outdoor experiences for the past 50+ years, we pride ourselves on ensuring that all participants have a transformational Outdoor Journey (either in an Urban or Wilderness setting) in order to develop social-emotional competencies and skills that will last them a lifetime.

TAILORED CURRICULUM

Our professional outdoor educators are skilled at bringing together your curriculum goals with the benefits of real-world, hands-on opportunities in nature. We offer a variety of program modules to choose from, with the opportunity to support you in building out a curriculum that feels right for your cohort.

Why Choose Us?

Rest assured that when you choose Outward Bound Canada, we will do our very best to ensure you achieve your learning objectives.

For more than 60 years, Outward Bound Canada has been a trusted leader in outdoor education. We’ve partnered with hundreds of schools and groups across the country, delivering high-impact experiences that foster personal growth, leadership, and a deeper connection to nature. Our success is built on quality programming, strong risk management, and lasting educational outcomes.

We understand that every cohort’s objectives differ. We will work with you to design experiences that match your exact goals.

We make outdoor learning easy. Outward Bound Canada handles every aspect of the experience, including program design, logistics, equipment, risk management, and certified instructors. Our all-in-one approach removes barriers and ensures a seamless, enriching experience for students from start to finish.

What Participants are Saying

  • “I would just like to express my gratitude for this program. It has been absolutely invaluable in both my personal and professional growth. I have come away from it with so many new skills, connections, and experiences that I will be able to apply in my future professional career.”

    -Participant

  • “This course was amazing!!!!! Life-changing even. I am so excited and feel motivated to pursue something in the outdoor industry.”

    -Participant

  • “I don’t think I can emphasize enough how valuable this training was to me and how much of a positive impact I feel this will have on my personal and professional life.”

    -Participant

  • “Absolutely fantastic program, even if working in the outdoors is not an option for some, the skills learned are truly invaluable and 100% transferable! You cannot find another organization or system that can provide such invaluable tools for you in life and the outdoors.”

    -Participant

Ready to Start your Outdoor Career?

We would love the opportunity to work with you and your cohort. To book with us or learn more about our programs, please click the button below and someone from our team well get back to you as soon as possible!

Let’s Work TOgether!

Looking for Essentials level programming? Visit our Essentials page to learn more!