Press Releases
“Into the Wild” by Ken Roberts
If you’ve seen the 2007 film “Into the Wild”, inspired by Christopher McCandless’ venture into the Alaskan wilderness, or read the book by Jon Krakauer chronicling his travels, you’ll know the journey ends in an old abandoned bus. And if you hanker after a chance to share a similar, quirky experience, then make a stop with Jay and Debbie near the small Alaskan town of Tok.
The Outward Bound Trust Is Delighted To Announce It’s Adventure and Challenge Course Is Now On The Scottish Credit and Qualifications Framework – Recognised At Level 5
The Outward Bound Trust in Scotland is an educational charity which promotes learning through outdoor adventure. Every year 2,000 young people in Scotland complete The Trust’s Adventure and Challenge programme which supports the objectives of the four capacities of the Curriculum for Excellence.
Regional finalists now confirmed for Young Apprentice of the Year Award
The Outward Bound Trust congratulates the nine regional heat winners, who have made it through to the final of Young Apprentice of the Year Award.
Steve scoops community award
A community worker from Springfields Fuels Ltd, who helps young people to enjoy exciting outdoor adventures, has been rewarded for more than 20 years of charitable dedication.
Wigan boss prepares for charity challenge
A Wigan salad boss is hoping to remain as cool as a cucumber, as he prepares to take on Mount Kilimanjaro in aid of charity.
Outward Bound powers up Apprentices
The Outward Bound Trust is helping to power up apprentices, as part of three week-long programmes that got underway this week (January 25).
Outward Bound launches 'Generations'
The Outward Bound Trust today announced the launch of its latest initiative - 'Generations' - a project reaching out to all those who have ever participated in an Outward Bound course since its inception in 1941.
HRH The Duke of Edinburgh officially opens Carole Nash House
HRH The Duke of Edinburgh, Prince Philip, visited leading educational charity The Outward Bound Trust’s Aberdovey Centre on Friday 13 November, to officially open the new Carole Nash House.
Effective new way of measuring children's happiness welcomed by charities
Charity consultancy and think tank New Philanthropy Capital (NPC) has developed a new questionnaire that allows charities to measure a child’s feelings and capture the full impact of their work.
David Jensen becomes Ambassador for The Outward Bound Trust
Legendary broadcaster and DJ David 'Kid' Jensen has became an Ambassador for The Outward Bound Trust, the UK’s leading provider of experiential learning in the outdoors.
The Outward Bound Trust gets top marks for outdoor learning
The Outward Bound Trust centres in Ullswater and Howtown have shown themselves to be at the top of the class for residential educational visits, after they were awarded a Learning Outside the Classroom Quality Badge for adventurous activities.
The Outward Bound Trust Awarded International Carbon Footprint Certification
The Outward Bound Trust has become one of the first organisations in the UK to be awarded the Carbon Emissions Management and Reductions (CEMARS) certification.
Around The World in 1,460 Days … Solo!
Ken Roberts, a passionate advocate and supporter of The Outward Bound Trust, is embarking on a four year adventure that will see him fulfilling a life long dream to cycle solo around the world.
Outward Bound Centre first to be awarded quality badge
An outdoor-learning centre is the first in its field in the UK to be awarded a quality certification for teaching young people outside of the classroom.
