The Youth — Mountains 2 Sea

Mountains 2 SEa adventurers

These amazing groups from Santa Cruz County have participated in past Mountains 2 Sea programs. The youth were active in the outdoors, engaged in peer discussion, focused on setting small goals, gave back to the community through stewardship projects, and created lasting change for themselves.

Building community, building confidence and being active!

“Before MTNS2SEA, I spent most of my day locked in my room and sobbing about how no one enjoys my company. MTNS2SEA showed me I am worthy and can do incredible things, I have a new and safe support system that is actually here to listen and care!”

2018-19 Year-Long Adventurers - El Nido

“MTNS2SEA helped me conquer my fears. I'm no longer scared of this world. I feel strong and confident and very outgoing. I realize the outdoors helps me feel calm and less anxious. The group showed me so much love and support and MTNS2SEA has changed my life for the better.”

2018-2019 Year-Long Adventurers - Oasis High School

“After this year with MTNS2SEA, I feel more comfortable to be myself in a group setting. On the outings, I started talking about my problems instead of avoiding them. I was feeling stuck in my life and just unsure which was causing a lot of stress. MTNS2SEA helped me goal set and realize which things in my life are of greatest importance. I learned how to tackle things one step at a time to reach bigger goals.”

2018-19 Year-Long Adventurers - Costanoa High School

“The hot drink check-ins really taught me that it's important to take a pause in your day and evaluate how you feel. Being outside gave me time to relax and let go of stress. Before MTNS2SEA I had never been sailing, backpacking, or climbing. Now I like to spend more time outside because I feel more like myself. MTNS2SEA helped me open up and become more comfortable saying yes to things that are intimidating. Sometimes it is important to push yourself and MTNS2SEA showed me that.”

2018-19 Year-Long Adventurers - Natural Bridges

“Before MTNS2SEA I was unsure of myself and felt like I wasn't worthy of others love, support, and affection. I wasn't sure where I belonged in this world. MTNS2SEA helped me make so many new, amazing, and talented friends, get way out of my comfort zone, and make me try new things I never thought I would do. I am more confident in myself and my experiences, and I believe in myself more than I ever have before.”

2017-2018 Year-Long Adventurers - Costanoa High School