Veteran Expeditions at Outward Bound
>> See the brochure for Outward Bound Expeditions for Veterans and Service Members
Adventure and challenge, solitude and reflection, the Wilderness has always symbolized a new beginning- a place for discovery and fulfilling adventure. The Outward Bound program for Veterans provides an opportunity for camaraderie, and has proven to be a powerful tool in helping Vets re-adjust back to civilian life.
"Outward Bound is grateful to the Military Families Outdoors Program Project for its support serving America's veterans through our proven outdoor wilderness adventure courses," said John Read, Outward Bound's President and Chief Executive Officer. "This grant allows Outward Bound to extend its rich history serving veterans, an important and often overlooked population that is a natural fit for our programs."
Outward Bound Veterans Expeditions is a fully funded program for Service Members from the Gulf, Somalia, Afghanistan and Iraqi wars. The program will provide Combat Theatre Vets and Active Duty Service Members with an opportunity to work on issues that combat related experiences have caused. The courses will be physically and mentally challenging, and you can expect to find the experience both fun and rewarding. Emphasis is placed on taking responsibility for one's own life, sticking with difficult tasks through completion, rediscovering a sense of pride in accomplishment, and enjoying the camaraderie of a shared challenging experience.
November 1, 2008 UPDATE: Outward Bound's program offerings are completely full and they are not currently accepting applications. If you can attend a course at a "moment's notice" please email obvets@outwardbound.org, and in the subject line indicate that you are available to fill a last minute vacancy. Don't despair if you miss this opportunity – more slots are coming by late 2009.
For more information on Veteran Expeditions at Outward Bound, call 1-866-669-2362 ext. 8387 or email obvets@outwardbound.org.
Up to Top
HOME |
Email Signup |
About Us |
Contact Us |
Terms of Use |
© 2008 Sierra Club
|
