Voyageur’s Purpose

Voyageur Outward Bound is proud to be part of the robust Outward Bound USA network. We are also proud to serve Minnesotans, and any neighbors who are ready to go Outward Bound here in the North Star State.

Voyageur shares Mission, Vision and Values with our Outward Bound USA network.

We bring these principles to our programming with youth, young adults, and adults, and to our partnerships with schools, colleges, and youth-serving nonprofits. Our donors and champions also share these values. When our team, our participants, our partners, and our supporters lead with these principles, we deepen our impact, strengthen our community, and shape a brighter future. We invite you to share these principles with us. Together we can build a more compassionate and resilient world. 

Voyageur Mission

To spark lifelong growth through challenge—outside. We facilitate adventurous learning, rooted in the outdoors, to unlock confidence, curiosity, and the skills to thrive with purpose.

Voyageur Vision

Generations of youth empowered to realize their potential -rising with courage, leading with compassion, and building more connected, resilient communities.

Voyageur Values

Compassion – We create spaces where every person feels valued, supported, cared for.

Courage – Whether we’re leading or listening, we always encourage bold, impactful action.

Inclusion – We strive to remove barriers and create opportunities for everyone to participate, grow, and thrive.

Integrity – We act with honesty and accountability. That means aligning our actions with these values, upholding our commitments, and taking responsibility for the opportunity we have to make a difference.

Service – We’re committed to the world around us — caring for the environment, contributing to our communities, and lifting each other up.