Dr. Andrew Bobilya, Dr. Brad Daniel and Ken Kalisch presented a paper titled, "An Investigation of the Outward Bound Solo" at the 9th Biennial Research Symposium of the Coalition for Education in the Outdoors held at Indiana University's Bradford Woods, Jan. 11-13, 2008. This presentation is the first in a series highlighting the results of thier ongoing research project with the North Carolina Outward Bound School headquartered in Asheville, NC.

The Outdoor Education Immersion Semester will be traveling to Montana for a "Foundations Trip" where they will travel on backcountry skiis and learn how to camp in the snow as a means to build community and learn new skills.  This is the second Immerison Semester coordinated by Dr. Andrew Bobilya and the Outdoor Education Department.  Once the students return, they will spend two and a half weeks on campus planning for a 21-day expedition in the mountains of western North Carolina which will certify them as Outdoor Leaders through the Wilderness Education Association. Please pray for the safety of this program and that God would use the time in the wilderness to draw the students and staff closer to Him.  Dr. Bobilya is assisted by Professor Dave Sperry, Dr. Brian Joye, five upper class O.E. students and alumni along with staff from other organizations throughout the semester.  For more information on the Immersion Semester, please contact Dr. Bobilya.

Do Not Miss the Opportunity to Sign up for Outdoor Education summer courses.  We are offering 2 whitewater kayaking courses and the 21-day wilderness expedition, Discovery. Discovery is open to any student at Montreat College.  Please contact Dave Sperry for information about Discovery. Enrollment is first come first served.

Written By: Micheal Dechane
Posted By: Nathan King
Date Posted: 1/16/2008
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