COURSE OVERVIEW

Blue Ridge Mountains Backpacking & Rock Climbing for Families

 Blue Ridge Mountains Backpacking & Climbing for Families

The world is a big place for today’s youth. This specially designed Outward Bound course will help them navigate the tough road from adolescence to adulthood with the support of their families. 

Background Reading

Here are some books that we encourage you to read as you plan for your course:

  • The Outward Bound Wilderness First-Aid Handbook by Jeff Isaac
  • Leave No Trace: A Practical Guide to the New Wilderness Ethic by Annette McGivney
  • Knots & Ropes for Climbers by Duane Raleigh and Mike Clelland
  • The Outward Bound Backpacker's Handbook by Glenn Randall
  • The Outward Bound Map & Compass Handbook by Glenn Randall