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Chase River Pathfinders

Trip Leaders and Naturalist Notes

The Panterra Naturalists

Jim, Samantha and Kristina on the look out for whales and dolphins.

Jim, Kristina and Samantha explore a treasure found on the beach.

Jim holds up a moray eel caught in one of the nets of the fishermen.

Samantha and Kristina untangle
the gnarled up remains of a moray eel.

Kristina finds a dead fishing bat on fossil beach.

Kristina is one of the co-hosts of our "Skit Night".

Samantha encounters a donkey in the village of San Evaristo.

Samantha spends time playing with
Eduardo after he has received a gift pack.

It has been an interesting trip sharing a boat with all of you. Watching you discover this place for yourselves and find something of yourself in it.

Most of us journey to find ourselves, our way in this crazy world of ours. You have been most privileged to travel together in this place with your friends and Leaders - now more like sisters and family than ever.

I have been impressed with both how well you got along together at the start of the trip, and how much you have all grown together over this last week. You have each been touched by the magic of this place; the whales, sunsets, beaches, waves, dolphins... and each other. I hope the path of your dreams is a little clearer, your resolve a little firmer, and that your hearts and smiles remain always as warm.

Best of luck to panga Team A and the "Bonitas" (Team B, the best of course!). Thank you for your energy and enthusiasm - good luck in your future travels!

Jim Davies (Heim)
Naturalist/Educator

Wow, I can't believe our trip has come to an end. It's always really cool to see everyone change and evolve from the first day we see you guys in the airport to our last day at sea.

It has been wonderful to get to know everyone and share some truly wonderful adventures. Good luck to wherever your future takes you!

Kristina
Junior Naturalist

What an awesome trip! I can't believe it's over. Everyone was so awesome and caring. We had so many laughs.

It was cool to see everyone come together to learning, laughing and sharing. All the amazing encounters we had, wow! Holey, moley did we ever see a ton of cool stuff. You guys were amazing to hang with.

Well, it seems like there is so much more I can say... however it's time to go and I have to grab my bags. I wish you all the best on your journey through life.

Samantha
Junior Naturalist

The Chase Pathfinders Leaders

The leaders pose behind the skull of a Sei Whale
(from left to right Colleen, Jamie, Noreen and Maureen)

Skit Night - cheerleaders

Maureen beachcombing

On the last day of the trip we visited to the town
of San Bartolo to distribute the last of the gift packs.

Noreen dolphin watching from the viewing deck of the wheelhouse.

A great day for a snorkel.

Jamie encounters a jellyfish washed up on shore.

Jamie poses beside an "Old Man's Beard"
cactus on the fishing island of Isla Pardito.

Colleen takes a moment to reflect on her visit to Isla Pardito.

An amazing snorkel with the California sea lions at Los Isolotes.

Wow! On our way home. I think the knot is beginning to ease. This has been a fantastic week. We have seen and done many things this week.

I like our new motto. "Be prepared to embrace the adventure". Remeber this as we continue our life's journey.

Adios Mexico

PS I think I heard Noreen say she needs a new vision.
Maureen

Noreen's Memories - SSH! guess what I hate the water - but it was wonderful!!!!!!
Colleen - stuck in the bathroom
Jamie - in her PJ's
Jessica - watching Norma and Ester fall in love with her
Jenna - getting along with the older girls - tanning and tanning
Lind-Z - loving every moment truly embracing the adventure - snorkel expert
Veronika - helping Ester with serving the meals
Rylee - seeing the most beautiful picture of her - No make up
Jenelle - the most gorgeous underwater picture ever
Maureen - jumping off the second level of the boat into the ocean. A FIRST!!!!
Aly - wore short shorts and has the burn to tell the tale (??? many books)
Rachael - searching soul for bravery
Kapri - kayaking to the boat together - I loved it!
Candice - #1 hair braider - why did we pay someone else?
Emily - reading the beautiful words written about the trip
Sha-Lynne - her pictures were Lela's favorite - she was Lela's assistant photographer
Melissa - personal check at Cabo airport - our shady character
Jose - what is he saying???? - only a strong man wear purple "girl shorts"
Noe - "Remember keep your hands in the boat"
Ester and Norma - beans for breaky - the best chocolate cake ever!
Mario - smiling at Jessica's dancing style
Lela - EMBRACE THE ADVENTURE - on Mexican time

Hola Amigos,
I can't believe no one has written about the Remora. So it only seems fitting that I Jamie the Remora, tell you my story.

The Remora is a fish that attaches to the Common Dolphin. This is a healthy relationship as the Remora hangs with the dolphins without doing any damage... unlike a leech! The Remora is safe with the dolphin. No predators to worry about. The dolphin catches the food and the Remora gets some. And what better way to travel than jumping through the air, zipping along in front of boats, surrounded by an entire pod of dolphins!

A big thank you to Noreen, Maureen and Colleen for being my dolphin. To the Pathfinders and the Rangers for being the most awesome pod to travel with.

Jamie the Remora

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