Community & Legacy

We dedicate 2% of total revenue

To community programs and the infrastructure that supports them. Whether or not there is profit, we’re dedicated to this. It’s not a “feel-good”, it’s core to who we are and why we exist. With infrastructure in place – administration, gear, training, insurance, dedicated space, etc – your support means more people can do more meaningful things.

What it means for the World

Providing local youth with access to the sea and to enriching experiences within it, we inspire conservation ethic in the decision-makers of tomorrow and engage in the cleanups, research and education of today.

What it means to our Paddlers

• You’re part of a larger team for a common purpose.
• Feel good knowing your participation is making a Positive difference.
• Enjoy connecting with other like-minded, active, nature loving paddlers who gravitate to this mission.

Club NÓMADAS de Loreto

Ciudadanas y Ciudadanos de Loreto, vengan a remar con nosotros!

Misión

• Proporcionar contexto para una comunidad solidaria 
• Inspirar amor y conciencia por el mar y acciones para su cuidado
• Incrementar las oportunidades de remar y aprender en Loreto

Actividades

Después de un curso de introducción básico, podrás venir a remar con nosotros en eventos sociales, usar el equipo para ejercitarte, asistir a cursos mas avanzados, acampar en las islas, aprender de la naturaleza y cuidarla, e incluso desarrollar tu carrera como guía de kayak.

Edades. Con permiso de un padre los adolescentes de 16 años en adelante pueden participar de forma independiente. Junto con un padre, los jóvenes de 12 años en adelante son bienvenidos en viajes compatibles con su habilidad y nivel de energía.

Curso de Verano

“Summer Course” is a weeklong summer youth program organized by Sea Kayak Baja Mexico. Schoolkids get to know the sea, learn why it matters, and develop practical life skills.

• Co-sponsor a child for $125
• Half sponsor for $250
• Fully sponsor for $500

All 24 schoolchildren are from low-resource homes and are given 100% sponsorship. SKBM partners with EcoAlianza and teachers to select deserving kids aged 10-15

How does Curso de Verano make a difference?

Through education, experiences, and recreation, participants learn and practice the following.

Life Skills.  Teamwork. Self-esteem. Responsible habits. Deepening friendships around common interests. Cultivating a passionate curiosity for life.

Practical Skills. Adjust and wear a life jacket, float, swim, use a mask and snorkel, paddle a kayak and paddleboard, practice personal safety on the water, assist others in need.

Environmental Connection. Many Loreto residents don’t know how to swim and fear the sea. With your help, we aim to change this cultural estrangement from the sea one young paddler at a time. Because we as humans will protect what we love, and we will love what we know.

Ethical Behavior. As we learn to respect the sea we also practice awareness and kindness for each other through exercises, games, and conversation.

Exploration and Play. The beloved grand finale is a motorboat trip to Isla Coronados with mask, snorkel, kayaks and picnic lunch on the final day of the course.

Wider benefits

Curso de Verano not only benefits its 24 participants but is designed to develop and mentor others along the way.

Olders teens help out. EcoAlianza’s Esquadrón de la Naturaleza “Nature Squad” includes 16-17 year-olds who’ve demonstrated their commitment to conservation and community.  SKBM’s staff trains 4 of them in the months prior to Curso de Verano to assist with the program, a valuable leadership experience.Curso de Verano is run by coaches who have earned international certifications and/or are in development. Under the mentorship of SKBM’s owner Ginni Callahan, these coaches continue to grow professionally and form the foundation of a paddling community committed to long-term learning and improvement.

Vida Mar