Outdoor gear can be expensive! Luckily there are many ways to find cheaper used and new gear for your Outward Bound expedition. Here are a few places you can find outdoor clothing at reduced prices... READ MORE

Picking the right pair of boots might be the most important choice you make ahead of your backpacking expedition. Here are some tips and tricks for finding the perfect pair of boots.... READ MORE

Weather in the backcountry can be unpredictable and harsh. Here's what you need to know to be comfortable in the backcountry.... READ MORE

The best way to prevent overwhelming feelings of homesickness is to be prepared before you depart on your adventure. ... READ MORE

When our son wanted to do a gap year before beginning university—we were unsure. He was determined. ... READ MORE

We loooove podcasts. Storytelling is such an impactful way to engage with each other and to share our human experiences and there are so many individuals and organizations doing great work in this platform. Here are some of our favorites:... READ MORE

These are some of our favorites when it comes to traveling the world, learning about people and places, and following along on epic adventures – all from the comfort of the couch.  Big Miracle Starring John Krasinski and Drew Barrymore,... READ MORE

Reading has long been a quintessential path to discovery and a great way to build our knowledge and excitement before an expedition. We’ve compiled a list of some of our favorite books that inspire adventure, perseverance, and exploration of the... READ MORE

Safe access to outdoor spaces is a privilege not equally afforded under the constructs of systemic racism. In order to create equity in the outdoors, we need to actively dismantle the systems that unjustly jeopardize the safety of BIPOC and... READ MORE

We at COBS have always known – and embraced – that true discovery comes with its share of challenges. It’s what we’re built upon. And while we find ourselves in this unprecedented time when outdoor organizations are actually encouraging people... READ MORE