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This is not how your story ends, it's just the beginning.
JOIN US FOR OUR NEXT CHOOSE YOUR STORY
CHOOSE YOUR STORY
what is choose your story?
Choose Your Story is Hope Above Fear’s signature youth engagement program, offering free, experiential gatherings designed to promote connection, creativity, and prevention.
Each gathering gives teens a chance to step away from pressure and expectations and instead engage in positive, substance-free experiences alongside peers and supportive adults. Activities may include creative arts, wellness experiences, community outings, skill-building workshops, and collaborative projects — all shaped by youth voice and community partnerships.
Who, When, & where
Choose Your Story gatherings are designed for middle and high school students aged 13 - 17 years old. Gatherings are offered throughout the year, once to twice a month, and evolve in response to youth interests, availability, and community opportunities.
Activities take place in a variety of safe, community-based spaces and partner locations across Escambia & Santa Rosa County, allowing youth to explore new environments.
Why Choose Your Story Matters
Choose Your Story focuses on prevention through connection. When young people feel a sense of belonging and have healthy outlets for self-expression, they are more likely to make positive choices and seek support when challenges arise.
By fostering connection, creativity, and confidence, the program helps youth recognize their value and understand that their story is still being written, and they are the author.
TO LEARN WHAT WE HAVE TO OFFER THIS MONTH AND HOW TO REGISTER
PREVENTION IN ACTION
Ice Flyers Hockey Game (2024)
Candle Making with Kara Lily (2024)
Pinspiration
Goat Yoga at Sunset Wildlife Connections (2024)
Glow Paddle
Roller Skating at Dreamland Skate
Candle Making with Kara Lily (2025)
Laser Tag at Oops Alley
Bowling at Oops Alley (2025)
Goat Yoga at Sunset Wildlife Connections (2025)
Blue Wahoos Baseball Game
Pottery Painting at Color Me Mine
Sailing with the Satori Foundation
Aerial Silks at URU Yoga
Fishing at Steve's Farms
Pizza making with End of the Line Cafe
Paddle Boarding & Kayaking at Bayview Park
Hadji Haunted House
Friendsgiving at the Hope House
Pottery at First City Art Center
Arts & Crafts at the Hope House
Ice Skating at Pensacola Bay Center
Axe throwing at Grizzly Axes
Jolly Sailing & Dolphin Cruise
Goat Yoga with Sunset Wildlife Sanctuary
Tie-Dye Party with Westside Vintage
Laguna's Adventure Pensacola Beach
Crossfit with Mako Gym
Pasta Making with Pensacola Cooks
