An unforgettable experience, a real accomplishment, something to be proud of for the rest of your life; your North Carolina Outward Bound course will be all that and more. Our courses really are quite flexible and anyone can take a Teen course but these courses were designed specifically for older teens. They were designed to deliver leadership skills and achievement, to bring out the best and provide each student with an opportunity for success.
Seek adventure and find out what you are made of. With the support of your instructors, you and your group will set high standards for success and surpass your own expectations. Learn outdoor skills and gain confidence from knowing first hand, that even with minimal gear, you can take care of yourself. Take some time away and listen to yourself for a change.
Upcoming Courses
16 - 18
Appalachian Mountains Backpacking & Rock Climbing
Activities
Embark on an exploration of Pisgah or Nantahala National Forest – learning skills for backcountry travel and rock climbing. With other teens, you’ll foster confidence, courage and self-reliance while embracing challenge and building lasting memories.
Activity Information:
Backpacking, rock climbing, Leave No Trace, solo, service project, personal challenge event
Travel on foot over some of the oldest mountains in the world gaining backpacking and campcrafts skills. Then, whitewater paddling gets your adrenaline pumping and draws on teamwork, concentration and courage. Along the way develop skills and qualities to last you well beyond the wilderness.
Activity Information:
Backpacking, whitewater canoeing, Leave No Trace, solo, service project, personal challenge event
8-Day Appalachian Mountains Backpacking and Whitewater Canoeing
16-18
08/04/10 08/11/10
8
$1535
NDN1043
14-Day Appalachian Mountains Backpacking and Whitewater Canoeing Expedition
16-18
08/05/10 08/18/10
14
$2575
Appalachian Mountains Backpacking, Rock Climbing & Whitewater Canoeing
Activities
Come to know what it is like to live, work and play in the great outdoors and learn how to camp and travel on an extended expedition. You’ll climb at some of the most diverse and exciting rock sites in the country and paddle premier whitewater rivers. This classic multi-expedition offers extended leadership and personal development opportunities.
Activity Information:
Backpacking, whitewater canoeing (Class I-III rapids, tandem canoes), rock climbing including multi-pitch climb, Leave No Trace, solo, service project, personal challenge event, final expedition
