Blue Water
Blue Water Safety & Research Foundation is a small, hands-on 501-C non-profit, with a home base south of San Francisco, in Santa Cruz County. We think it is critical that young people grow up in an environment where they can flourish and reach their full potential.
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Environmental Education
Our programs are designed to assist youth in developing healthy outdoor recreation skills while creating life-long connections with our environment. We believe the best way to learn about nature is to be fully immersed in it. We offer classes in boat restoration and green living, aquatic science and wildlife studies.
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Surf Camps
We host fun-packed weekend surf camps in New Brighton Beach and Sunset Beach. Underserved youth groups participate in surfing, fishing and kayaking classes taught by our certified lifeguard staff along the awe-inspiring shores of Santa Cruz County.
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Habitat Restoration
We appoint our youth as stewards of the environment. It is part of everyone’s duty as human beings to protect our planet and it’s fish and wildlife habitats. After such meaningful and transformative experiences from our camps, conservation is ingrained in our youth
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Water Sports Camps
“Nature Deficit Disorder” is becoming rampant. We feel the need to do something about it. Our foundation exposes Santa Cruz County youth to the real world of nature, inviting teens of all backgrounds out of the city grind to breathe in the fresh air and take in some natural inspiration.
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Boating Safety
Part of our youth camp curriculum includes instructing our youth on the essentials of boating and sailing. Our courses teach boating etiquette and water safety. Our marine educators strive to provide information to those who might not otherwise have the opportunity
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Backcountry Adventure
Blue Water offers an adventure for every enthusiastic youth! The goal of our adventure camps is to teach independence and self-knowledge, which will lead to a life-long connection with our environment.
Read More"Opening the door to the natural sciences through outdoor adventure."
Blue Water Safety & Research Foundation
Our Mission
Our Mission: To provide our young people a therapeutic environment where positive, direct exposure to the outdoors and mentorship can develop lifelong environmental activism.
Give
Thank you for giving to the Blue Water Safety & Research Foundation. Your donation helps us meet our mission to engage our youth in the natural world. 100 % of your donation will be directly applied to fuel, campsite fees, gear and supplies. Your support counts!
Contact
If you are interested in learning more about Blue Water Safety and Research, you can phone us at 831-685-1352 or write: bluewaterfoundation@gmail.com.