“This program has pushed me back into my love for the outdoors, so I’ve engaged in training so I can get my environmental educator cert to pair with my educator certification. My children were also able to no longer feel intimidated by the marshes.”

“We also are no longer shy about attending park events – we frequent Hammocks Beach State Park. The recent outing in Jacksonville, NC to the marsh was incredible and I no longer fear the marsh and marsh creatures. My children look forward to carefully catching and releasing critters.”

“I’m looking forward to our upcoming trip to Cape Lookout to learn sea fishing-something I’ve always been too intimidated to attempt. I am so appreciative of this program.”

“My kids love the group, and they always look forward to bus rides. The gear that you provided, that otherwise my family could not afford, has been put to use in the outdoor adventures we seek in addition to our blue star days. Earning patches at state and federal parks has set our family on a mission to connect with and earn as many patches as possible.”

“This program has been an incredible thing for my family. I have felt empowered to get outdoors and connect with outdoor related activities to our area.”