28 Mar2014

National Ocean Challenge Program Announcement

Come join us for the 2014 National Ocean Challenge Program in Kodiak, Alaska! This program for 2nd generation youth, 16 years of age and older, gives the opportunity to experience and share one of True Father’s passions of fishing while on the beautiful island of Kodiak. For three weeks, participants will learn and experience ocean fishing, river fishing, boating, and much more while being surrounded by the beauty and wonder of Kodiak’s nature and wildlife. Along with the fishing activities, there will be opportunities to get to know new friends, participate in games and activities, go on hikes, visit historical and educational sites, do a service project, chill and reflect.

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Participants learn naval navigation and seamanship.

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Participants and staff of 2013 NOCP pose with Dr. Michael Balcomb in front of North Garden, Kodiak, AK.

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Participant showing off his king salmon.

Online applications are already open. The program begins on July 20th and ends August 9th. Thanks to generous donations from our friends and supporters, substantial scholarships to defray fees are available for those applying as participants or captains-in-training. Scholarships and space are limited so please apply for the program as soon as possible.

For applications and more detailed information, go to oceanchallenge.org.

Also, visit our NOCP Facebook page to see more photos of past programs.

Being on the ocean is a chance for a rich opportunity to experience what True Father says about how the ocean can teach us internal aspects of life and leadership. There may be times of thrill and excitement as a participant fights to reel in a giant halibut or the much desired Chinook AKA King salmon, or there may be times when everything is calm and quiet with nothing but time to ponder and reflect while fishing. Whether fishing or just hanging out with friends, it is the individuals who participate and staff in this program that help make such an amazing and wonderful experience with God, True Parents, and creation unforgettable.

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