Today is World Ocean Day!

The concept for World Ocean Day was
proposed in 1992 by the Government of Canada at the Earth Summit in
Rio de Janeiro and it had been unofficially celebrated every year
since then. Official designation by the U.N. is a significant step in
conserving and protecting our world's ocean.

World Oceans Day provides an opportunity each year to celebrate our
world ocean and our personal connection to the sea. The Ocean Project,
working closely with the World Ocean Network each year, helps to
coordinate events and activities with aquariums, zoos, museums,
conservation organizations, universities, schools, businesses

We have been participating in the events organised for the World Ocean
Day at One°15 Marina. Lots of people came to meet us on board for the
Open Boat happening during which we presented our expedition. Our
guests showed sincere interest in the project; we could feel that many
wished they could sail with us. In a way, the Infinity Sea Tribe is a
living proof that everyone can take action to raise environmental
consciousness around them! We organized a workshop with children as
well, and gave them a simple presentation of climate change and its
impact on the populations of the Pacific. Then, the most adventurous
got really excited about climbing the mast, while the others were

creating little boats with natural elements.

As the sun set, Mike and
Clemens introduced our expedition for the opening ceremony, while the
rest of the tribe showcased some artifacts from the Pacific Islands - such as masks and drums. Thanks to Phil, Gyan, Tara and Ruben, the presentation held some authentic characters to the beat!
On this picture, the Tribe is striking a pose with Mr Arthur Tay, Chairman of One 15 Marina.



The evening ended on board as impromptus guests kept coming, in a
very friendly atmosphere.

For us, being active in the World Ocean Day held a symbolic meaning as
it also marked the beginning of our environmental and educational
mission.

With our best wishes for our planet and its oceans,

Wim