Girl Scouts Open Enrollment Custom Programs

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1 Girl Scouts Open Enrollment Custom Programs

2 SUMMARY I. What is Outward Bound Costa Rica? II. Activities Students Participate In III. Technology Policy IV. Why do Students Chose Outward Bound Costa Rica? V. Girl Scout Destinations VI. Summer Expeditions (Open Enrollment) VII. Summer Expeditions 18+ VIII.Custom Programs IX. Semester Programs X. Our Instructors XI. To Experience More of The Action XII. Get In Touch

3 What is Outward Bound Costa Rica? Outward Bound Costa Rica is an adventure based school located in the heart of Costa Rica. For over 20 years, students have ventured to Costa Rica and Panama in search of life-changing experiences, cultural immersion, and leadership skills.

4 Let s Talk About the Fun Stuff What Activities do Students Participate in? Scuba Diving Whitewater Rafting Zip-lining City Tours Surfing Community Service Hiking Camping Cooking Authentic Food Earn Certifications Snorkeling Wakeboarding Beach Olympics Artisan Markets Waterfall Rappel Sea Turtle Conservation Manatee Observation Boat Rides Homestays

5 Technology Policy Here at Outward Bound Costa Rica we have a no technology policy while students are on course. No phones, laptops, tablets or wifi. Only cameras. This allows students to disconnect from their busy lifestyles and better connect with the experiences they have in Central America and with the people they meet. To learn more about how this policy could benefit you, watch this video!

6 Why do Students Choose Outward Bound Costa Rica? Our students choose to come on our programs for a variety of reasons. Some are looking to discover a new environment and some are on a Gap Year. Some students want to improve their Spanish skills, and others are looking to earn valuable outdoor certifications and leadership skills. Whatever the reason, one thing is for certain: an Outward Bound Costa Rica course changes our students view on the world. Watch our video below to learn why some of our students choose their programs.

7 Girl Scout Destinations Rainforest, River & Reef On our Rainforest, River, & Reef course, you will immerse yourself in Central American culture with traditional family homestays, give back with a day of service in a local nature reserve, and experience everything from exploring a worldrenowned beach to visiting the vibrant, bustling artisan market of San Jose. Costa Rica & Panama Service Challenge On this 14-day course, you will dedicate your time to assisting with community projects in an indigenous village in Costa Rica and to protecting the unique and fragile ecosystem of Panama.

8 Scuba & Sea Turtle Adventure Students not only explore the crystal -clear Caribbean waters of Panama while learning to scuba dive, they dedicate time to protecting & learning about the region s diverse marine life through a meaningful conservation project for sea turtles. Catching Waves Learn about surf dynamics and philosophy as well as about the unique coastal ecology of the country s Pacific Coast. Our instructors provide detailed and holistic instruction about how to read waves, tides, and currents. They give group and personal instruction on surfing from the first time you stand up on a board to when you catch your first wave. Sea Turtle Retreat (winter) During your time in tropical Costa Rica you will work to protect endangered sea turtles at Playa Ostional, one of the world s most important nesting sites for olive ridley sea turtles.

9 Summer Expeditions (Open Enrollment) Open enrollment students are students enrolling on their own or with a friend. These students can mix and match their courses to stay for a duration of 2-6 weeks. Rainforest Hike & Homestay Discover the true meaning of off the beaten path as you embark on a deep-jungle trek where spectacular rainforest valleys, cascading waterfalls, and winding rivers will both awe and challenge you. Caribbean Scuba & Service Discover the natural wonders of Panama by lending a hand in local conservation projects and scuba diving tropical Caribbean waters.

10 Summer Expeditions (Open Enrollment) Open enrollment students are students enrolling on their own or with a friend. These students can mix and match their courses to stay for a duration of 2-6 weeks. Pacific Surf & Service Discover Costa Rica by surfing warm-water breaks on its world-renowned beaches, all while you engage in meaningful service projects to support local communities. Catch your first waves or hone your surfing skills as you paddle alongside our experienced, professional instructors and earn your American Red Cross First Aid and CPR certifications. Pacific Surf & Cert Spend 8 days learning to surf or honing your skills as you paddle alongside our experienced, professional instructors and ensure your dedication to staying safe in the water by earning your American Red Cross First Aid and CPR certifications.

11 Summer Expeditions (18+) Adults ages 18 and up can discover Costa Rica or Panama in just one actionpacked week or combine both the courses below for a two week unforgettable experience. 18+ Costa Rica Begin with a rainforest trek that will bring you to the heart of Costa Rica s landscape and its traditions. Learn backcountry skills as you navigate through dense tropical jungle to a series of rural homestays. Rappel an 80-foot waterfall, and harvest sugar cane from scratch before leaving the jungle and beginning your beach phase. While along the Pacific Coast, conclude your experience in Costa Rica at Manuel Antonio National Park by learning to surf with our experienced instructors. 18+ Panama Discover the natural wonders of Panama s ecosystems and absorb the Panamanian way of life while learning to scuba dive and sea kayak. Begin your adventure with a sea kayaking expedition through the tropical islands of the Bocas del Toro archipelago. There, earn your NAUI scuba certification while diving among vibrant coral reefs, colorful fish, mangroves, and a sunken ship.

12 Custom Programs Custom Programs allow a group of students or a Girl Scout troop to design their own program based on the groups unique objectives. Program platforms include Spanish immersion, team building and community service. Custom groups choose their length of stay and what activities they want to participate in. Whatever your desire- we can make it happen!

13 Semester Programs Participate in a Semester or Gap Year course to get the most of your outdoor adventure. Semester courses allow students to gain more advanced certifications, step up their leadership skills, and experience more of everything Costa Rica and Panama have to offer.

14 Outdoor Leader Semester (Fall & Spring) Participate in a Semester or Gap Year course to get the most of your outdoor adventure. Semester courses allow students to gain more advanced certifications, step up their leadership skills, and experience more of everything Costa Rica and Panama have to offer. COLLEGE CREDIT: 10 credits available through WSCU CERTIFICATIONS: Wilderness First Responder (Outward Bound Costa Rica) CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer(American Red Cross) Whitewater Rescue Technician (Rescue 3 International) Technical Rope Rescue: Operations Level (Rescue 3 International) Whitewater Raft Guide License Class I-II or III (International Rafting Federation) Scuba Diver or Advanced Scuba Diver Certification (National Association of Underwater Instructors) Waterfront Lifeguarding (American Red Cross)

15 Coast to Coast Semester (Fall) - Explore Costa Rica on foot on a 26-day trek from the Caribbean to Pacific Coast - Embark on our only semester with phases in three Central American countries - Immerse yourself in local culture with Spanish language lessons & community service projects COLLEGE CREDIT: 12 credits available through WSCU CERTIFICATIONS OFFERED: CPR, AED & First Aid (American Red Cross) Scuba Diver Certification (National Association of Underwater Instructors)

16 River to Sea Semester (Spring) - Gain outdoor training while developing leadership skills in a unique tropical setting - Experience our only program that offers a blend of cultural immersion & outdoor certifications - Discover Costa Rica s most remote surf breaks & dynamic whitewater with locations like Witch s Rock & the Rio Pacuare COLLEGE CREDIT: 12 credits available through WSCU CERTIFICATIONS OFFERED: Wilderness Advanced First Aid(Outward Bound Costa Rica) Whitewater Rescue Technician (Rescue 3 International) Scuba Diver Certification (National Association of Underwater Instructors) Waterfront Lifeguarding (American Red Cross)

17 Our Instructors Our team is comprised of both local and foreign national staff dedicated to creating the highest quality programs for our students. From young instructors eager to dive into the field of outdoor education, to the veterans who have experienced it all, our instructors are sure to have an impact on your program. Some of our students even become instructors! By completing the Outdoor Leadership Semester, students have the opportunity to become field instructors and make a difference in their students lives, just as their instructors did for them. Check out these videos about two of our students who are now instructors!

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