Dear Friend of Mystic Whaler,

As 2024 draws to a close, we reflect on a year filled with incredible achievements and impactful experiences with the tall ship Mystic Whaler.

Your generous support and investment in our programs have made a significant difference. Together, we've inspired young minds, strengthened STEAM skills, fostered a love for the ocean, and empowered future generations of ocean stewards.

Here's a glimpse of what your support has accomplished:

• Empowering Youth: We've provided hands-on learning opportunities for many hundreds of young people, igniting their passion for marine science and conservation and helping them gain in self-confidence and team-building skills.
• Preserving Maritime History: Our Living History programs have brought the past to life, teaching young people about the rich maritime heritage of our region.
• Inspiring local youth about The Ocean and emboldening them to become future ocean stewards: Through our educational learning experiences, we've inspired young people to take action and make a positive impact on their Ocean.

As we look ahead to 2025, we have ambitious goals:

• Expand our reach: We aim to reach more youth through innovative programs and partnerships.
• Enhance our educational offerings: We will continue to develop cutting-edge curriculum and engaging activities, including our new STEAM Lab.
• Continue keeping our outdoor classroom, the ship Mystic Whaler, looking her best and, most importantly, ensuring that she continues to be a safe adventuring platform for the local youth who learn from her decks.

Your continued support is essential to achieving these goals. With your help, we can inspire a generation of young people to love learning and to be well-prepared for their futures.

Please consider a year-end gift to support our mission. Your donation, no matter the size, will have a lasting impact.

To donate, please visit our website here or mail your donation to:

CCOAF

1187 Coast Village Road, Ste. 1, #408

Santa Barbara, CA 93108

Thank you for your unwavering support. Together, we are creating a brighter future for our young people and our communities!

Sincerely,

Captain Christine Healy

Executive Director

CCOAF/Mystic Whaler