Well that night was a much better
night of rest. Last night you could see a lightning storm off to the north-northeast,
and the wind here as Casa Azul was much less than that of the previous night.
This trip into Baja California has been extremely eye opening. Originally
starting out as a lab science major I took Latin in high school. Not being able
to use that in daily life made it difficult not only to learn and practice but
also to remember. With this as my only experience with a foreign language I
never attempted another language, but being here in Baja California I can say
being immersed into the culture I have not only begun to learn a few Spanish
words, bit I have greatly enjoyed learning and being within the culture. Well the culture here is far different than
the life in the Midwest. The most obvious is the temperature, as I am enjoying
a shirtless October. I can say that I have never worried about fresh water or
even paying for water to drink at meals. ECOEE classes teach us many skills
through experiential learning. Being able to be in a group and understand all
of the stages of a group is great for the leadership skills. Then being
immersed into another country, culture, and language can teach you many other
skills.
For my
final note, today we trained on sea kayaks in the Sea of Cortez. This is the
richest marine life in the world, with the backdrop of major hills and islands
dotting the horizon. A snorkeler, a yacht, and other boats around made for the
perfect place to learn to kayak or to just be. Finally getting back to salt
water I feel so alive and at home. We have packed our food, our gear is
selected, and tomorrow we will be off. Up and down the peninsula for seven days
our experiences and our learning will grow greatly.
A great
thank you, gracias, to all of those who support everyone here on this trip. Not
only those who have given money or time, support us emotionally or mentally,
but everyone who help conserve or preserve this wonderful world and planet that
we are here to enjoy.
-Joshua M. Samuels
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