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Horizons is a Christchurch team building, training and development company, who uses the Outdoors

30/10/2025

Last call for our PHEC course next week!
Only 4 spaces left — don’t miss out if you’ve been thinking about signing up 🙌

15/10/2025

It's still and this week we are talking about preparation and technique!

Prep: If the river is safe to cross, and you have river crossing skills, it’s time to get ready. Use the checklist in the image!

Technique:
> If crossing in a team, use the Mutual Support Method
> If crossing solo, use a sturdy pole (2 metres +) for extra stability

Remember: If in doubt, stay out 🚫

Check out this video for technique: https://bit.ly/river-crossing-safety

Follow for weekly river crossing tips.

14/10/2025

👋 Welcome to all our new followers!

We thought it was the perfect time to share a quick update on what’s happening at Horizons Unlimited.

🌄 Adventure Ed – We are amongst staff training and we are excited for a busy Term 4!

🏄 Christchurch Paddleboarding – The sun’s out and SUP is back! Stay tuned for more summer dates!

⛑️ Emcare – Due to popular demand we increased numbers for Nov PHEC Refresher and there's just one spot left! There are still a few spaces in our full PHEC course for those keen to upskill.

🧭 Safety Management – It’s been a busy year for Mark, working with clients across NZ. He’s currently down south providing on-site support and expertise.

👉 Find out more at www.horizons.co.nz or get in touch today!

02/10/2025

Did you know every year in New Zealand, people get into trouble crossing unsafe rivers — but most of these incidents can be prevented? 🌊

That’s why we are supporting !

New Zealand Mountain Safety Council will be sharing important resources throughout this month to:

✔️ Raise awareness of river risks
✔️ Educate the public especially trampers, hunters, and swimmers
✔️ Build a more safety-conscious outdoor community
✔️ Improve knowledge and confidence
✔️ Prevent incidents and accidental deaths

Think you already know how to safely cross a river? Take the quiz! https://bit.ly/river-crossing-quiz

24/09/2025

📢 Last courses for 2025! 📢

Need your PHEC for summer work? Now’s the time to get organised – don’t leave it until it’s too late.

This is your FINAL opportunity to complete your PHEC or PHEC Refresher course before the year wraps up.

Limited spaces – don’t miss out!

Book now: www.horizons.co.nz

25/08/2025

Outdoor education is often undervalued, yet it offers unique opportunities for growth that extend beyond the classroom.

Through outdoor activities, individuals not only discover their potential but also develop essential personal and social skills that traditional learning environments may not foster.

These skills apply not only in outdoor environments but also in other future workplaces and careers.

Please support EONZ in their campaign to

19/08/2025

NEW JOB OPENING to join our team!

Outdoor Education Assistant / Senior Instructor
> 4 days / week minimum
> Fixed term - Monday 6 October – Friday 12 December 2025
> Possibility to renew contract for January – December 2026
> Applications close Friday 5th September 2025
> Interviews will be week beginning 8th September

Apply here - https://forms.gle/sKGKv2r8z3bUMrCB6

Questions? Email programmemanager@horizons.co.nz

15/08/2025

NCEA Changes & Outdoor Education – Update

EONZ is currently working on our approach to respond to the government’s proposed NCEA changes, which would remove Outdoor Education from the senior subject list in the general pathway.

We believe Outdoor Education is not a “nice-to-have” or a frivolous subject, it’s a well-established, evidence-based area of learning that grows essential life skills like leadership, resilience, environmental stewardship, teamwork, and problem-solving. These skills are valued in every sector, not just the outdoors, and have helped countless people thrive in careers from business to tourism, education to engineering.

We’ll be sharing more information next week, including practical ways you can help us advocate for OE’s rightful place in the curriculum.

In the meantime:
We’re looking for high-profile New Zealanders who studied Outdoor Education and feel it played a significant role in their career journey – in any field. If you know someone who fits this description, please tag them or email celia@eonz.org.nz

We want to make sure the voices of those who’ve benefited from Outdoor Education are heard loud and clear.

Photo Credit: Dave Cassaidy

14/08/2025

✨ LAST TERM 4 DATES AVAILABLE ✨

🧗Choose from a wide range of activities
📍 Various Chch locations or we can even come to your school for some programmes
📅 Dates available during the weeks listed below
⏰ From a 2hr session to a full day

✅ All equipment provided
✅ Safe, fun & experienced instructors

Email us today to find out more info@horizons.co.nz

08/08/2025

Want to boost your first aid skills before the summer guiding season begins?

Queenstown, we're heading your way next!

Reserve your spot in our Pre-Hospital Emergency Care course today at www.horizons.co.nz

Address

301 Port Hills Road
Christchurch
8022

Telephone

+6433840384

Website

http://www.horizons.co.nz/

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