What We Believe
Navigating Wonder, Inspiring Every Mind
At Mystic Ocean Adventures, our work aboard the outdoor classroom, the schooner Mystic Whaler, is driven by a deep commitment to youth, community, and the transformative power of experiential learning on the water. Everything we do, from our hands-on STEAM sailing curricula to environmental stewardship on the Santa Barbara Channel, is anchored by six guiding values:
Our Core Values
The Power of Youth
We believe in the limitless potential of young people and choose to invest in them as the key to a brighter future for our communities and our world.
Innovation
We move quickly and continuously to innovate our approach in response to the needs of the young people we work with and the community we are part of.
Wellbeing
We foster safe spaces that enhance the social, emotional, and physical well-being of young people, while also making our community a better place to live.
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Community Commitment
We are deeply connected with young people, their families, their teachers, their mentors, and our community. We commit to allowing these voices to guide our work and to doing everything possible to help young people thrive.
Equity and Inclusion
We believe everyone deserves the opportunity to live to their full potential, and that our organization and community are stronger when they are full of opportunities for people with diverse identities, backgrounds, and perspectives. We prioritize action over intention and are working every day to make our programs more equitable and inclusive.
Joy
We believe every young person deserves to have joy in their life. We create opportunities for kids to be kids and have fun, recognizing that joy is the key that unlocks positive youth development and brighter futures.
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