extraordinary wilderness experiences for adults, youth and children
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2007 Adult Courses
Dogsledding
Beat winter by joining it...
go ahead, treat yourself to a new
on an amazing dogsledding
adventure.
weekend or one of our four-day
winter expeditions. Feel the
exhilaration of mushing your dog
team across glimmering snow and
sleeping under the stars. Unwind
sharing stories over a crackling fire
or enjoy a moonlight snowshoe
walk in the silence of Algonquin
Algonquin Park Dogsledding
Expedition (20+)
Burk’s Falls, ON, AWB4 Dec 27-31,
2006, AWB5 Jan 25-29, AWB6
Feb 22-26, $860
Algonquin Park Dogsledding
Weekend (20+)
Burk’s Falls, ON, AWDB5 Jan 19-21,
AWDB6 Feb 9-11, $440
Park. No winter camping or
dogsledding experience required –
the first.
the original.
unmistakably
outward bound.
Canada’s Oceans & Mountains
Navigate the maze…
of offshore islands along
spectacular Clayoquot Sound to
discover old-growth cedar lining
the waterways of migrating
whales and sea lions. Or why not
explore the windswept expanse of
Georgian Bay’s 30,000 Islands
region - long a dream destination
for kayakers. And new this year,
we’re ready when you are
marvel at the abundant sea life in
the tides of the Bay of Fundy.
Canoeing & Sea Kayaking
Paddle back in time...
tranquil solitude and breathtaking
to “Explore and Renew” on the
natural beauty of Georgian Bay.
majestic rivers of Ontario’s
Temagami region with a small
group of like-minded adults.
Surprise the family with a new
kind of summer vacation with our
Family Canoeing adventure - join
us with a teenaged member of
your family. Or reward yourself
with a kayak odyssey in the
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ins
Explore & Renew – Canoeing (30+)
Burk’s Falls, ON, ARB17 Aug 18-24, $1395
NEW Family Canoeing (14+)
Burk’s Falls, ON, FCB7 Jul12-18, $1195
Georgian Bay Odyssey:
Sea Kayaking (20+)
Burk’s Falls, ON, AKB34 Jul 1-7,
AKB35 Aug 5-11, $1395
NEW Bay of Fundy Adult Sea
Kayaking (20+)
St. John, NB, AKF2 Jul 21-27, $1495
Clayoquot Sound Premium
Sea Kayaking (20+)
Nanaimo, BC, APKV2 Aug 6-12, $1995
Clayoquot Strathcona Adult
Multi-Element (20+)
Nanaimo, BC, AMEV4 Jul 15-28, $2895
Georgian Bay Odyssey:
Sea Kayaking (20+)
Burk’s Falls, ON, AKB34 Jul 1-7,
AKB35 Aug 5-11, $1395
Mountaineering in the Rockies
Have a peak experience...
new Rocky Mountain programs
on a snow-capped summit in
listed on our website, including a
Alberta’s Rocky Mountains.
14-day rafting and
Rekindle your spirit of adventure
mountaineering adventure.
alongside others as you enjoy the
unforgettable vistas and fun
MEET AN INSTRUCTOR
NEW Rocky Mountain Ascents (20+)
Calgary, AB, AMCA50 Aug 4-10, $1550
challenges of hiking in the
spectacular Rockies. Look for the
FIONA HOUGH
piration
Involved in the outdoor & experiential education world
since 1989, Fiona believes strongly in the Outward
Bound Philosophy: "The impact of these models of
learning is immense. Students, young and old, get the
greatest learning when faced with real problems and
situations, and are able to make connections to
themselves, other people, and the world around them."
An accomplished white water canoe instructor and
slalom competitor, skier and wilderness tripper,
teaching has taken her across Canada, including Quebec
and the high arctic.
adventure
self-discovery
Clayoquot Sound
Georgian Bay
Rocky Mountains
Skills & Certifications
Instructor Training
All courses are in Ontario
Wilderness First Responder
WFR23 Apr 7-15, WFR24 Nov 3-11, $1125
Our Instructor Development Program
is aimed specifically at people who are
interested in a career in outdoor,
experiential and adventure-based
education with Outward Bound or
other outdoor education organizations.
This is a competency-based program
that will provide the skills, tools and
capabilities you need to become a
proficient outdoor educator.
Wilderness First Responder – Recert
WFRR16 Apr 3-5,
WFRR17 Oct 30-Nov 1, $450
White Water Rescue Technician – Level 1
WRTI-12 May 22-24, $525
White Water Rescue Technician
– Level 1 Recert
WRTIR-12 May 22-24, $425
Swift Water Rescue – Level II
SRTII-7 May 31-Jun 1, $350
Swift Water Rescue – Level II Recert
SRTIIR-7 May 31-Jun 1, $300
Instructor Development Program (20+)
Burk’s Falls, ON, AIB3 Jun 24-Jul 28,
$5595
See www.outwardbound.ca for
details or call a Course Advisor at
1-888-OUTWARD.
James Bay Watershed
Algonquin Park
Jasper
Banff
Strathcona Park
French River
Harricanaw River
Lake Superior
Temagami
“Hard things are put in
our way not to stop us,
Bay of Fundy
but to call out our courage
and our strength.”
– Anonymous
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2007 Youth Courses
Canoeing - Northern Ontario
White water, flat water. One
Connecting with Courage for
week, four weeks. Ontario,
Girls (14) - YCCB14 Jul 11-27,
Quebec. You decide. Everyone has
YCCB15 Aug 12-28, $2695
to journey through the wilds of
Canada in a canoe at least once.
With Outward Bound Canada, you
will journey with the best, make
Wild Watershed Adventure (15-16)
YAB106 Jul 5-25, YAB107 Jul 6-26,
YAB108 Aug 3-23, $2995
new friends and discover new
White Water Discovery (17-19)
confidence and strengths.
YDB91 Jul 6-26, YDB92 Aug 5-25, $3195
All courses start from our
Burk’s Falls, ON Base Camp.
James Bay Watershed Leadership
Passages for Boys (14)
YPB13 Jul 11-27, YPB14 Aug 12-28, $2695
Expedition (16-19)
YQB6 Aug 1-30, $4250
lea
Canada’s Oceans & Mountains
Multi-element means multiadventure. So grab a paddle and
plunge your kayak into the brilliant
waters of Clayoquot Sound or ride
the famous tides of the Bay of
Fundy. A day later you might
summit a peak in Strathcona
Lake Superior Multi-Element
Adventure (15-16)
Sault Ste. Marie, ON, YMEB4
Aug 5-25, $3350
Clayoquot Strathcona MultiElement Discovery (16-19)
Nanaimo, BC, YMEV13 Jul 2-22,
YMEV14 Aug 5-25, $3595
Provincial Park or hike the rugged
beauty along the Fundy Footpath or
teamwork
Lake Superior Trail. We’ve got your
wanderlust covered coast to coast.
Outward Bound EcoVenture for Kids
Kids love to “learn by doing.”
Canoeing, rock climbing, swimming
and camping under the stars create
memories that help children gain an
enduring sense of self-esteem – while
having fun. Famed for its experiential
learning philosophy, Outward Bound
creates leadership skills, teamwork,
respect, self-reliance and confidence.
All courses are at our
Burk’s Falls, ON Base Camp.
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Junior
6 days, 8-9 year-olds
KJRB21 Jul 17-22, KJRB22 Jul 23-28,
KJRB23 Jul 31-Aug 5, KJRB24 Aug 14-19,
KJRB25 Aug 20-25, $775
Intermediate
12 days, 10-11 year-olds
KIRB11 Jul 17-28, KIRB12 Jul 31-Aug
11, KIRB13 Aug 14-25, $1395
Senior
12 days, 12-13 year olds
KSRB11 Jul 17-28, KSRB12 Jul 31Aug 11, KSRB13 Aug 14-25, $1395
Bay of Fundy Multi-Element
Discovery (16-19)
St. John, NB, YMEF3 Jul 4-24, $3595
NEW - Alberta’s Rocky Mountains
A rugged alpine peak is
this trip through Canada’s most
yours to summit in the Rocky
famous mountain range.
Mountains. As you climb, you’ll
Rocky Mountain Adventure (15-16)
Calgary, AB, YAA11 Jul 7-23, YAA12
Aug 7-23, $2795
realize you have the courage and
ability to do the most amazing
things… now and for the rest of
your life. Bring a friend. You can
also earn a high school credit on
Rocky Mountain Discovery (17-19)
Calgary, AB, YDA9 Jul 4-24, YDA10
Aug 4-24, $3295
dership
the outward bound difference
Education and self discovery.
You’ll come home with essential
We challenge you to discover
skills for community leadership,
your talents, your resources,
more self-reliance, more
your courage. Canoeing, sea
confidence and memories of
kayaking, mountaineering,
adventure that will last a lifetime.
rock climbing, hiking or
Outward Bound has been at
dogsledding – choose your
the forefront of adventure for
adventure.
over 60 years.
to serve
others
to strive
with heart
and not to
yield to
self-doubt
MEET AN INSTRUCTOR
DIEGO RODRIGUEZ
Born in Mexico City, Diego is an avid climber and
backcountry skier. Diego’s favourite tripping areas are
the mountains of Peru and Bolivia, but while in
Canada he’s most likely to be found in the beautiful
Coast Mountains in British Columbia. He loves
self-expression
self-reliance
Youth Winter
High School Credits
Spring Break Dogsledding in
Algonquin Park (15-17)
Burk’s Falls, ON, YWB4
Mar 11-18, $1225
Yup, check it out.
Our website tells you how to turn
your Outward Bound experience
into a high school credit.
exploring in the mountains; summer and winter he’s
at home there. Diego encourages others to share the
challenge, change and reflection mountains offer us.
To quote Thoreau, “In wildness is the preservation of
the world….”
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Outward Bound
Canada College
An educational journey beyond the classroom
Outward Bound Canada College is a small independent high
school offering 10 academic credits at the Grade 11 and 12 level.
independent, interested in the
outdoors, and looking for a new
environment for learning.
Outdoor experiences provide
hands-on, active learning
opportunities. Every month, students
plan and embark on a major
expedition that may include
dogsledding, skiing, sea kayaking,
Students can enrol for one or two
canoeing, or rock climbing.
semesters in this residential program
Each semester, students will earn up
combining an engaging academic
to 5 High School credits, including
curriculum with unforgettable
2 to 3 University Preparation courses
outdoor expeditions. Beyond the
under the Ontario Curriculum.
academic component, the program
Students may enrol for one semester
is designed to foster leadership,
or for the full school year program.
self-management and outdoor skills.
Space is limited to 16 students with
Taught by high school teachers and
an 8 to 1 student/teacher ratio.
highly-qualified wilderness
instructors, this award-winning
program is for students who are
O U T WA R D B O U N D
IS ALSO PROUD TO
OFFER...
Community Programs for
at-risk youth, survivors of
violence, and people living
with cancer. We can work
with you to design
Professional Development
Come do some really
active learning!
H O W T O A P P LY
Register online at
www.outwardbound.ca
or contact a Course Advisor at
1.888.OUTWARD (688.9273)
or by email at
[email protected]
Course prices are per person, plus
applicable taxes.
and First Nations contract
courses. Details are online at
BURSARIES
www.outwardbound.ca
Outward Bound offers bursaries and
scholarships to qualified applicants.
www.outwardbound.ca
COURSE INFO
Our courses are demanding, but they
are not beyond the reach of anyone
in average physical condition. In
preparation, aerobic exercise, such as
running, hiking, cycling or walking is
recommended.
Our food is wholesome and hearty.
We can accommodate vegetarian
and most other special diets.
Outward Bound Canada supplies all
the necessary gear you’ll need on
your trip.
This course guide outlines the kind of
courses we offer. We cannot guarantee all activities listed will take place.
Every Outward Bound course is
unique because of the participant
group, instructors, weather and terrain. Due to fluctuations in course
enrolment, certain courses may not be
available, or you may end up in a nonco-ed course. Prices and dates are subject to change. Some courses may be
subject to an additional transportation
fee. Your deposit is only refundable if a
course is full or cancelled. For information regarding our refund policy and
participant confirmation, please see
our website at www.outwardbound.ca
or call our Admissions Department at
1.888.OUTWARD (688.9273).
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OUTWARD BOUND CANADA’S MISSION:
IGNITE THE HUMAN SPIRIT
INVITE SELF-DISCOVERY
INSPIRE HUMAN POTENTIAL
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Values
• Compassion
• Integrity
• Mastery
• Responsibility
• Inclusion and Diversity
Course Objectives
• Self Discovery
• Social Development and
Leadership
• Skill Development
• Environmental Awareness
• Service
• AUSTRALIA
• GERMANY
• NEW ZEALAND
• TAIWAN
• BERMUDA
• HONG KONG
• OMAN
• U.K.
• BRAZIL
• INDIA
• ROMANIA
• U.S.A.
• BRUNEI
• INDONESIA
• SABAH
• ZIMBABWE
• BULGARIA
• JAPAN
• SINGAPORE
• CANADA
• KENYA
• SLOVAKIA
• COSTA RICA
• KOREA
• SOUTH AFRICA
• CZECH REPUBLIC
• MALAYSIA
• SPAIN
• FINLAND
• MEXICO
• SRI LANKA
Design Principles
• Learning Through Experience
• Adventure
• Discovery
• Challenge
• Shared Experiences
• Reflection
• Safety
British
Columbia
Alberta
Outward Bound Canada is a
not-for-profit charitable educational
organization. All donations over $25
are eligible for a tax receipt. Charitable
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