Waving Goodbye to Two Busloads of Extraordinary Young Humans
This morning, as two busloads of radiant young souls pulled away from the coast, I found myself in tears.
After a full week of learning, laughter, ocean magic, and transformation, it was time to say goodbye — and my heart felt like it might burst.
Ocean Awareness Teen Camp 2025 has come to an end, and what a journey it’s been.
A Week Immersed in the Wild Classroom of the Sea
For seven unforgettable days, our camp became a living classroom — filled with inquiry, creativity, adventure, and purpose.
The teens explored the ocean and themselves through:
🌊 Wild dolphin and marine encounters
🌍 Hands-on ocean awareness and conservation learning
🪸 Huge beach clean-ups and reef education walks
🎨 Poetry, journaling, and creative expression
🏃🏾♀️ Dynamic games and teamwork challenges
💬 Meaningful conversations about our connection to the natural world
Every sunrise brought a new question, a new discovery, a new spark of awareness.
The Ripple Effect of Connection
As we walked the beaches and floated in the waves, I watched young hearts awaken — to nature, to empathy, to themselves.
Each moment of curiosity, each “aha,” and every smile reminded me why we do this work.
“One young teen… one small aha… at a time — this is how change begins.”
Gratitude for an Incredible Team
To my phenomenal team — Marcus, William, and Janet — your energy, care, and creativity made this week flow with such grace and impact.
To Da Blu Juice — Mich, Digger, and Charlie — your music, movement, and joy kept our camp alive with rhythm and laughter.
And to Coral Divers — thank you for your incredible facilities, hospitality, and deep respect for our marine world. You made this experience safe, seamless, and full of wonder.
Heading Home — Heart Wide Open
As I cross the border back to my beloved Mozambique, I carry with me the voices, laughter, and bright eyes of these extraordinary young humans.
Each one leaves an imprint — a reminder that the future of our planet truly is in inspired, capable, compassionate hands.
My heart is overflowing — with joy, gratitude, and renewed purpose.
Until next year’s adventure… 🌊💙
About the Ocean Awareness Teen Camp
The Ocean Awareness Teen Camp is a Halo Gaia initiative designed to inspire the next generation of eco-leaders through marine conservation, creative exploration, and experiential learning. Held annually in collaboration with partner educators and conservationists, it combines ocean ecology, mindfulness, and adventure — showing teens how to live with greater awareness, courage, and connection to the living planet.
Interested in Future Camps or School Collaborations?
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