At Chesapeake Bay Outward Bound School, we work to change lives through challenge and discovery. Our ability to foster life changing experiences for students across Baltimore, Washington DC, and the greater DMV could not happen without the dedication and support of our Board of Trustees. We are honored to announce our new Board Chair, James Seba,… READ MORE >
This summer, the Chesapeake Bay Outward Bound School (CBOBS) was excited to be a part of Deloitte’s 25th annual Impact Day. Deloitte volunteers joined staff and students, working together to prepare gear for upcoming expeditions. As an organization, Deloitte U.S provides audit, consulting, tax, and advisory services to a range of public and private companies…. READ MORE >
HIGHLIGHTING THE PARTNERSHIPS AND PEOPLE MAKING AN IMPACT IN OUR COMMUNITY Every year, staff from Chesapeake Bay Outward Bound School serve as critically important safety paddlers at Waterfront Partnership’s Baltimore Floatilla, an annual 5 mile kayaking paddle in the inner harbor. The Floatilla was created to advocate for better recreational water access and to highlight… READ MORE >
This past fall we partnered with Listen for Good, an organization dedicated to promoting high-quality listening and equity-driven feedback practices across social-serving organizations. Thank you to 65+ educators across our expedition and insight programming who submitted feedback after completing a program with their students this past fall. Our partnering schools and educators play vital roles… READ MORE >
Chesapeake Bay Outward Bound School E.D Kristen Komlosy spoke with Comcast Newsmakers anchor Elena Russo on the impact of the work CBOBS has been doing, and continues to do, in the Baltimore and DC areas. “We’re committed to providing access to the outdoors for our young people and we want to make sure that we… READ MORE >
On Tuesday, staff from Chesapeake Bay Outward Bound School (CBOBS) travelled to Movement climbing gym in Crystal City, VA. Located on the border with D.C , the gym will allow CBOBS to incorporate a key component of our curriculum into our growing DC day programs: rope elements. At our Leakin Park location, team belay activities… READ MORE >
New members Francis Brown and Jamey Hein join the Board of Trustees! Our team is incredibly excited to welcome two new members to our board! We invited them to share a few details about who they are and gave them the opportunity to answer a few questions about their shared passion for the Chesapeake Bay… READ MORE >
A common saying on an Outward Bound expedition states, “The journey is long, yet, each day is a flash”. It is a nod to all the challenges and miles a crew may have ahead, balanced with the feelings of togetherness and accomplishment when a crew thrives together. We celebrate our own crew milestone here at… READ MORE >
We are thrilled to announce the appointment of Larry Savoy to the Chesapeake Bay Outward Bound School (CBOBS) Board of Trustees. Larry brings with him a wealth of expertise through his years as an educator, school administrator, and his current role as the President of Archbishop Carroll High School. He has been a champion of… READ MORE >
Why Join Chesapeake Bay Outward Bound School as a Board Member Adding purpose into your life and work is associated with a range of benefits from physical health to a better ability to navigate complex challenges, at work or home. A study by Harvard Business Review found that, “fewer than 20% of leaders have a… READ MORE >