“A seal just swam right by me,” squeals Odin Rawlinson, 14, as he awkwardly clambers back on to the dive boat in his flippers.
Diving in as a Seaful volunteer
Even when I was a teenager, I was aware that many of my school friends didn’t seem to go to the beach or get in the sea.
Making a difference through Vitamin Sea
It was very rewarding as a volunteer to watch young people enjoy and gain new skills and experiences, especially when not having done any water sports before.
Vitamin Sea Project Chelmarsh: Inspiring Young Minds with Seaful
Two Seaful days at Chelmarsh, what a fantastic success! We welcomed 34 children across the sessions, and it was clear from the start that something special was unfolding.
More Than Paddling: Community and Calm on the River Torridge
Last week, we welcomed new paddlers, Dima and his daughter Melissa. Dima had thoughtfully waited three years to join, wanting to give space to others he felt needed it more.
Special Memorial Trip 2025
Despite living in a coastal location, many of these young people have yet to create their own connection with the ocean, let alone worn a wetsuit before. Some arrive quite nervous and mostly not knowing each other.
Announcing the Ocean Citizen Award 2025 Recipients
At Seaful we are proud to announce the two young people selected for the 2025 Ocean Citizen Award. A new initiative created to support and uplift emerging voices in ocean advocacy.
