Testimonials

“Y’all are great”

—Parent

“Every year I have taken my 5th graders to Coastal Horizon’s Outdoor Adventure Ropes Course and it is hands-down the best part of the year! The kids are able to work on team building, problem solving, communication, and listening skills. The counselors are enthusiastic and encouraging to all of the participants! The ropes course itself has various levels of difficulty so everyone can feel successful. The kids are able to set their own personal goals and never feel pressured to do something they are uncomfortable with. I wish I could bring my students here more often throughout the year. It has been the highlight of each year that I have taught 5th grade.”

—Annetta Saggese
5th Grade Teacher
New Horizons Elementary School

“This class has been very helpful in providing tools to deal with teens. I think it should be mandatory for all students who are rising middle schoolers and again as rising high schoolers. The team leaders are knowledgeable, friendly and very supportive!”

—Parent

“Each year we bring our fifth graders to experience the Adventure Learning Center’s alpine tower, giant swing, and team building exercises. They always come back energized, proud, and united! I believe it is one of the best field trips for kids! The staff is always positive, encouraging and totally dedicated to the kids.”

—5th Grade Counselor
New Hanover County Schools

“Thank you guys!! You guys are doing something truly fabulous for the community and its youth. The parents and youth you teach are indebted to you in a profound way. Thank you again!!”

—Parent

“I have worked with Meredith and her team to bring the adventure learning portion of Coastal Horizons in two different middle school settings.  Through these programs our students were able to learn valuable and necessary skills that will enable them to be successful both in the classroom and in their future workplace.  I highly recommend their programs as an engaging way to learn communication and team building skills as well as decision making, healthy living habits and self esteem.”

—Sally Fields
Middle School Site Coordinator
Communities In Schools of Cape Fear

“I always tell my children when they do something wrong, but this program reminded me to tell them when they do something right, too.  It’s made a difference in our relationship.”

— Parent

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visit Coastal Horizons Center or call 910-343-0145.

"Each year we bring our fifth graders to experience the Adventure Learning Center's alpine tower, giant swing, and team building exercises. They always come back energized, proud, and united! I believe it is one of the best field trips for kids! The staff is always positive, encouraging and totally dedicated to the kids. "

— 5th Grade Counselor, New Hanover County Schools