
Upward Bound
outdoor adventure with Jesus at the focus

To facilitate the deepening of faith in and commitment to the Lord Jesus Christ, and to promote the development of the Christian as a whole person: spiritually, mentally and physically. This unique and intensive course also aims to increase Biblical knowledge and application, promote Biblical values and develop leadership potential. The program also promotes a sense of personal responsibility, encourages cooperative teamwork and an appreciation for others.
UPWARD BOUND GOALS
Winter (Mid Dec – Mid April)
House, Kitchen, Maintenance, Ski-Instructor
Spring (Mid April – Mid June)
House, Kitchen, Maintenance, RA
Summer (Mid June – Mid Sept)
House, Kitchen, Maintenance, Summer-Instructor
Fall (Mid Sept – Mid Dec)
House, Kitchen, Maintenance, RA
areas of work

Lectures, seminars, backpacking, map and compass skills, hiking skills, camping, climbing, rappelling, caving, canyoning, rafting, river crossings, initiatives, solo activities and opportunities for further application and interaction in devotions, services and regular practical work and household duties. Participants will be divided into smaller groups of six to nine persons for various purposes such as small group problem solving tasks, leadership training, debriefing and fellowship.
OUTDOOR ADVENTURE
Winter (Mid Dec – Mid April)
House, Kitchen, Maintenance, Ski-Instructor
Spring (Mid April – Mid June)
House, Kitchen, Maintenance, RA
Summer (Mid June – Mid Sept)
House, Kitchen, Maintenance, Summer-Instructor
Fall (Mid Sept – Mid Dec)
House, Kitchen, Maintenance, RA
areas of work

Upward Bound consists of teaching on subjects including Trust, Endurance and Leadership. These studies are combined with a demanding program taking advantage of the mountain and wilderness environment as a classroom providing both natural and controlled challenges.
TEACHING
Winter (Mid Dec – Mid April)
House, Kitchen, Maintenance, Ski-Instructor
Spring (Mid April – Mid June)
House, Kitchen, Maintenance, RA
Summer (Mid June – Mid Sept)
House, Kitchen, Maintenance, Summer-Instructor
Fall (Mid Sept – Mid Dec)
House, Kitchen, Maintenance, RA
areas of work

Relaxation and recreation both individually and as a group is also vital. Besides planned activities and social events, the alpine environment of mountains, lakes and waterfalls offers great recreation opportunities such as sightseeing, hiking and running. Tauernhof has an outdoor volleyball court and climbing wall. Within walking distance there is also a gym, outdoor basketball court and small skate park, as well as an indoor-outdoor swimming pool, tennis courts, squash courts and fitness center. Other recreation possibilities include mountain biking and horseback riding.
TIME FOR PERSONAL REFLECTION
Winter (Mid Dec – Mid April)
House, Kitchen, Maintenance, Ski-Instructor
Spring (Mid April – Mid June)
House, Kitchen, Maintenance, RA
Summer (Mid June – Mid Sept)
House, Kitchen, Maintenance, Summer-Instructor
Fall (Mid Sept – Mid Dec)
House, Kitchen, Maintenance, RA