North Carolina Outward Bound School Employee Directory
Non-profit OrganizationsNorth Carolina, United States51-200 Employees
North Carolina Outward Bound School is a nonprofit organization that operates challenging outdoor adventure programs designed to build resilience and help participants learn by safely stepping outside their comfort zones in wilderness settings. The programs target a broad audience, including teens, adults, professionals, veterans, and teachers, delivering practical insight through hands-on, experiential courses. The organization is based in Asheville, North Carolina, and has sustained its activities for 55 years. Positioned within the outdoor education sector, NCOBS is part of a broader network of Outward Bound schools that emphasize experiential learning in natural environments. In 2020, it formed a partnership with the University of North Carolina School of Education to deliver experiential education and professional development for educators and students. This collaboration illustrates an emphasis on expanding impact through academic alliances while maintaining its core focus on learning through outdoor experiences.