AAVE Trip BLOG » Surf Camp
September 8, 2008
Surf Camp
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Surf Camp
AAVE did an excellent job with this camp. Caitlin came home with a new sense of independence. She was given enough rope to try things but not so much to allow her to get into trouble. She also came to realize that she can make friends anywhere and that she can be outgoing. She enjoyed surfing, hiking and sea turtles tremendously. More important she enjoyed the camaraderie of the group and her counselors. She still talks about her trip and her new friends. -Mary Throne
I loved everything about this trip. Everything went of smoothly, and the atmosphere was so relaxed and fun. The surfing and sea turtle rescue were especially amazing, as was the feeling when we finally reached the top of the mountain. Thank you for a great trip! -Caitlin Throne
September 7, 2008
Surf Mexico Teen Summer Camp
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Practicing our surfing skills
I thank AAVE very much for making my child’s summer so enjoyable. I am indebted with them for their patience with us and their help. AAVE was a wonderful experience for my child, who had an unforgettable time. This was a summer my daughter would never forget. -Dora Guardado
September 6, 2008
Unforgettable Summer Adventure!
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Hanging out!
I loved the trip! It was truly an unforgettable experience. Everyone was very friendly and we all got along great. It was very sad to say goodbye to such wonderful people. -Karla Guardado
August 27, 2008
Mexico Surf Camp
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Kayaking in Mexico
Matthew had a fantastic time. He was very excited upon his return and even wrote down the trip highlights on his plane ride home so he wouldn’t forget to tell us about anything. He was very fond of the leaders and thought they did a great job. Thumbs up all around on this trip. Thank you! -Alex & Peter Guldberg
August 11, 2008
Teen Adventure Surf Camp!!
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Too much fun!
From the moment we made initial contact with AAVE till the day she returned home from Surf Camp (and still to this date) this has been the “dream of a lifetime experience” for Olivia….and indirectly for us. This was a solid investment. And now our 13 year old is buzzed as well. Great job folks !! My one regret is that you don’t have an adult version of your programs. -Leslie Cutitta
Successful! I absolutely loved the trip! It was so amazing and one of the best trips I’ve ever taken. I loved my group, I think of them now as some of my best friends. I loved the surf, the leaders and the whole atmosphere. -Olivia Cutitta
Surf Camp #3 - Hola from Mexico!
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Hola to the family, friends, and anyone interested in our Surf Camp down here in hot, steamy, tropical and of course, beautiful Mexico!
We started off the trip in rustic town of Puerta Vallarta. The first night we went to dinner at a restaurant that served us way too much delicious guacamole. We then walked on the boardwalk, and in the midst of watching a mime perform, fireworks lit up the sky with dazzling colors.
The next day we headed towards an old mining town, high in the mountains, called San Sebastian. We got our bags packed, and headed off for a trek into the mountains, where our survival night adventure began. It rained some, be we all pulled through and reached the highest accessible point of the mountain! On the way back down to our camping area, we witnessed a beautiful golden sunset (which we got many pictures of so most of you will see what I am talking about). We hiked all the way down the mountain the next morning, which was an excellent time for everyone to talk and tell stories about their lives back home. The rest of the day in San Sebastian consisted of a huge Mexican style lunch, naps, a game of basketball with the locals, visiting an old old cemetery, and exploring the old mines of San Sebastian.
After the six hour drive from the mountains down to the beach, with a few food stops to get killer sandwiches and ice cream . . . we ended up at our new beach home at Boca de Iguanas! That is where I am writing to your at the moment. The first day here everyone met the surf instructor, Odin, and he started off with a land lesson on surfing. Before everyone knew it . . . they were in the water catching waves!
The next few days were full of morning runs on the beach, a lot of surfing, and cooking all our own meals on the beach with the waves crashing into the shore as our we enjoyed our view from our little cosina. We also went to Barra de Navidad a few times, which is a little surfer, beach town located 30 minutes south of our camping spot. Hammocks were bought by everyone, we had a day of kayacking, and a pizza dinner. We also got the pleasure to see our own surf instructor and his buddies surf at their local spot. It was very inspiring to everyone, Im sure.
Alright . . . time for me to take a swim in the beautiful Pacific Ocean. We miss you all! Adios!
Allison, Sarah and the aggro, bangin. land Sharks of 12 AAVE Big Kahuna’s
August 10, 2008
Sea Turtle Project & Surf Camp
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Surfs Up!
I loved the trip!!! I made great friends and I LEARNED HOW TO SURF! It was great. I also liked having our jobs and being leader of the day. We got to release baby sea turtles which was really fun too. -Ellie Pearlman
July 21, 2008
Surf Camp #2 - Surf-Vivor!!!
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Summer Fun in Mexico!
Hola Familias-
All of us here on Surf-Vivor Island wanted to send you a Hola Grande!!! The reason I have decided to title this Surf-vivor is because it has been a true test of only the strong survive!! Not intentionally of course, but as it turns out it the waters have been ruff and tough. But not to worry parents …Tranquillo, as they say here, everyone may have a few cuts and scrapes, but I can promise you everyone spirits are high and everyone is for sure mentally and physically stronger than they were when we picked them up a mere 6 days ago.
After walking the boardwalk and watching the fireworks in Puerto Vallarta we headed up into the Sierra Madre mountains to a town called San Sebasian. This was our survival night. The group was amazing and we all made it up to a beautiful viewpoint after a 6 hour uphill hike! The boys demonstrated their manliness and carried not one but two tents taking some of the weight off the others. We were rewarded by lovely weather and got to sleep under this giant overhang under the stars. We built a fire and cooked our soup over an open flame. It was a great way to bond everyone right away, forcing closeness to stay warm!
Next, we headed to Boca de Iguanas to start our surf experience, and what an experience its been. These kids are amazing, I live in Hawaii and some of these guys are surfing better than me already! The surf has been roping (that’s a little surf lingo for large and in charge)! The kids have no fear though and its clear they trust their mighty instructor Javiar. We are hoping the swell comes down a bit, so we can have a less frightening session. The surf forecast is calling for a drop so this is good!
The food has been amazing thanks to your sons and daughters, the are all quite the chefs! We have been blessed with three siblings that grew up in Mexico so our Spanish is getting better! We celebrated a birthday as well after much careful planning on how to transport this amazing tres leches cake on a four hour car ride, but we did it, and we all enjoyed the treat at our home for the next 6 days. Right now the kids are touring the mangroves on a kayak trip. We are learning there is no such things as too much sunscreen or water!
Adios for now!
Sarah from Surf Camp loving the life
July 2, 2008
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Hi from the office!
Just checking in on Surf Camp - we’ve heard from Sarah and Allison and they are all doing great! Campers are having fun and the group is doing well. The weather is just fine and the experiences are memorable already - you’ll be in for some great photos!!
Check back and we’ll chat with you soon!
January 30, 2008
Teen Summer Camp Surfs Mexico!
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“It was really interesting to be able to experience Mexican culture, eat Mexican food, and speak Spanish in addition to learn to scuba dive and work on my surfing skills; I can’t believe what a cool summer camp this is! I would recommend this to kids who are looking for an adventure and something a little more exciting than your normal sleepaway camp.”
- Sarah Kountz, SSS1