Horizons Unlimited

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As well as our expeditions, Horizons Unlimited are also taking applications for Contract Instructors to facilitate our day programmes in and around Ōtautahi/Christchurch for term 4 and beyond!

These programmes are mainly working with schools, facilitating a range of activities from ABL, SUP, Low Ropes to High Ropes and more!

Check out who we are and our approach at www.horizons.co.nz
For applications, dates or more info, email [email protected]

Note: Applicants for this position must have New Zealand Citizenship, Residency or a valid NZ Work Visa.

Kia ora!

We are looking for experienced contract instructors to facilitate our epic overnight expeditions in term 4!

* Must be available for all dates listed
* Must have current first aid cert (PHEC preferred)
* Must have tramping, camping & off-track group management experience (Bush 1/equivalent preferred, caving experience preferred)
* Dates include prep day, site specific training & 3 x overnight trips
* Transport will be provided to/from Christchurch

Interested? Get in touch with Gemma at [email protected]

We are so happy to be able to support this event! Amazing effort for the community.

Inclusive surfing event brings 'smiles and joy' in Christchurch Cooler weather in Christchurch didn’t stop people from taking part.

Do you know when your PHEC is due for renewal? Check now and jump on our PHECR course next week on the 22nd and 23rd January in Christchurch.

https://horizons.co.nz/collections/prehospital-emergency-care-programme/products/2024-phecr-pre-hospital-emergency-refresher-2-days

Calling all Teachers needing to Refresh their PHEC. We have a PHECR running next week on the 22nd and 23rd January. Hop onto our website to reserve your spot now.

https://horizons.co.nz/collections/prehospital-emergency-care-programme/products/2024-phecr-pre-hospital-emergency-refresher-2-days

Abseiling today with South New Brighton School yr7's and 8's up at Pop Up crag.

We are out climbing with South New Brighton School today. Nice views and good weather. 👍

We are on the hunt for a Full-time Facilitator to join our team in Christchurch for 2024. To find out more about what we do head to www.horizons.co.nz or call 033840384 for more information.

We are also looking for contracting staff during this period so if Full-time isn't your thing then no problem we have other work available too!

Day Programmes in Christchurch, School Camps in Methven, SUPing Classes, Development Programmes, Project K Journey, He Ara Ākonga Journey Camps, High Ropes, Coasteering, ABL Activities, Rock Climbing, Caving, MTB and Abseil.

Wanting consistent contracting work in Christchurch? We have a 4-day a week fixed term contract available from mid January - mid May 2024. Ideally you will holds Rock and Bush Quals. Contact Natasha at [email protected] with your CV.

Attention all Christchurch Ōtautahi Kaiako! Are you wanting to undertake more Outdoor Learning opportunities in your school however cost is holding you back? We have funding available through our collaboration with Ministry of Educations, Enriching Local Curriculum. For more details on how we can collaborate call 03 384 0384 or email [email protected]

Only $10 per student.

Check the link for more details on the funding and the vast opportunities we can do with you
https://eotc.tki.org.nz/ELC-home #:~:text=Enriching%20Local%20Curriculum%20(ELC)%20%E2%80%94,Zealand%20Curriculum%2C%20Te%20Marautanga%20o

Our Manakins hard at work on the recent SAREX! Great work everyone. Alpine Rescue Canterbury

Join us on our next course!

The first co-hort of He Ara Ākonga have headed for the hills with Sonia and Eliot. 🥳🌈🌏

"I got my new shoes on and suddenly everything's alright" 🎼

The ākonga are undertaking a range of challenging activities that really push their limits, create connection/tūhononga and aim to encourage them to get outside their comfort zone.

A part of the programme is building a positive relationship with a mentor. To find out more about mentoring a student with the Graeme Di**le Foundation Canterbury check out this link https://dinglefoundation.org.nz/mentoring/

Horizons Unlimited has funding spaces left to create an opportunity with your school for Yr 7-8. We can work with you to create a custom programme that works with your ākonga. Contact us at [email protected] to discuss what we could do with your class.

Enriching Local Curriculum (ELC) — formerly known as Learning Experiences Outside the Classroom (LEOTC) — supports community organisations to draw on local resources and expertise, to provide our tamariki with authentic, hands-on/minds-on learning experiences that complement the New Zealand Curriculum, Te Marautanga o Aotearoa, and Te Whāriki. Providers and school. We work in partnership to run educational programmes for ākonga.

Enriching Local Curriculum is the new-and-improved version of Learning Experiences Outside the Classroom. They have changed LEOTC to support the changing Education system. Unlike LEOTC, ELC programmes are not divided into subject areas. Rather, they are experiences that support broad curriculum outcomes.

Bill from NZ Sup Safety recently ran a refresher course on our SUP rescue skills for some of the Horizons Staff and gave us the needed tips and tricks on our own SUPing skills.

Thanks again Bill!

Remember to always wear your PFD/Life Jacket when out on your SUP or the Harbour Master might enjoy giving you a $200 fine!

NZSUP
https://www.sup.org.nz/safety/

The Graeme Di**le Foundation Canterbury He Ara Ākonga Group 1 Hapu headed out on their 5-day wilderness adventure. Their arrival to the Craigieburn's started in snow which made for a cold walk. During their first day the rangatahi were fortunate enough to undertake a Guided Walk of Kura Tawhiti by Nigel Harris which allowed them a deeper understanding of the history, kaitiakitanga and whenua of both Kura Tawhiti and Arthurs Pass and the involvement of both Māori and Europeans.

Thank you Heritage New Zealand Pouhere Taonga for giving the rangatahi an opportunity to connect with Waipounamu/South Island.

Looking to upskill and enhance your First Aid Skills, Horizons is running their last Outdoor Pre-Hospital Emergency Care Course (PHEC) for the year based in Ōtautahi/Christchurch on the 14th - 18th November; and there are a few spots left.

Why a Horizons PHEC course? Horizons PHEC is designed for adventure individuals who address the challenges of responding to medical emergencies in remote wilderness environments.

Find more details at www.horzions.co.nz/collections/prehospital-emergency-care-programme

Need to Refresh your current PHEC? Unfortunately, our last PHEC for 2023 is full, but why not take a look at out 2023 dates.

www.horzions.co.nz

Kia ora!
Spaces available on upcoming Outdoor Pre-Hospital Emergency Care (PHEC) courses in Christchurch: 19th - 23rd Sept and 14th - 18th Nov (5 days). Check them out at www.horizons.co.nz/collections/prehospital-emergency-care-programme/products/2022-certificate-in-outdoor-emergency-care

Remember we offer 15% NZOIA Discount - get your code on your member profile

Contract Instructors needed! We have Outdoor Education Programmes and we need awesome Instructors to deliver them! Day programmes climbing, high ropes, kayaking and multi-day caving, tramping, suping!

Bush and high ropes experiences required and a killer attitude! Based in and out of Ōtautahi/Christchurch.

Send your CV over to [email protected] or flick her an email to enquire about programmes and specific dates!

Check out who we are and our approach at www.horizons.co.nz

Kia ora koutou!

The Graeme Di**le Foundation Canterbury are looking for awesome mentors to help guide and inspire rangitahi on their He Ara Ākonga Programme.

The aim of He Ara Ākonga is to arm rangatahi with a belief in their own ability to complete tasks and achieve goals, and to help them find purpose and direction, transforming their lives. The programme offers support to rangatahi in a three planned and fully integrated staged delivery, adventure based learning, community and mentoring. It is this mentoring where people from around Canterbury join forces to help these young rangitahi.

Mentoring involves working alongside the young people on the programme to support and influence their journey. To find out more details email Jason on [email protected] or call him on 0220494228

There are specific evenings around the structure of the mentoring:

Thursday 7th July - Mentor training
Thursday 21st July - Mentor training
28th July - Workshop 1
11th August - Workshop 2
25th August - Workshop 3
8th Sept - Workshop 4
22nd Sept - Workshop 5
27th Oct - Workshop 6
21st Nov - Mentor Workshop
5th Dec - HAA Student Graduation

Are you an NZOIA member? Are you wanting to complete your PHEC Course or revalidate by undertaking a PHEC Refresher? Want 15% off your next course?

Check out the 15% discount code we offer NZOIA members through your NZOIA online account and book your place with us at:
https://horizons.co.nz/collections/prehospital-emergency-care-programme

Discount Code: https://www.nzoia.org.nz/membership/member-discounts

The beauty of the Canterbury Plains - Photo of the Project K Crew heading down to Payton Lodge after summiting Mt Oxford this morning! They are almost at the end of their 19 day Wilderness Journey with the end in sight - 2 days left before their arrival back to Hornby High!

Graeme Di**le Foundation

Outdoor Emergency Care Tutor with a funky style

“if you are looking for a tutoring job with a difference then this is definitely worth a look…..”

We are looking for contract super tutors who are available to deliver First Aid and Pre-Hospital Emergency Care Courses:

• Has a background in either: paramedicine, nursing, ski patrolling and/or search and rescue emergency care.
• Can teach and instruct with energy and flair
• Can teach 1, 2 and 5 day courses.

We are:

Horizons Unlimited Ltd based in Christchurch, known for delivering high quality training programmes for the NZ outdoor industry.

Find out more at www.horizons.co.nz
Or Email: [email protected]

Go on we know you’re keen!

Kia ora all,
Horizons is on the hunt for someone to help us deliver Low Ropes and Team Building next Thursday 7th April from 10am - 3pm located at The Groynes - Christchurch Ropes Course. Group will arrive at 11am. Age of the group is 10-12 years old. Send us an email on [email protected]