2019 Mexico Teen Intro Retreat

One minute you’re an alien speaking in a strange language, the next, you’re creating an orb of energy or walking in space and attempting to greet people entirely with eye contact. These are ice breakers. Or maybe you want to call it improv. Either way, it’s the foundation for which you build your temporary community …

Mexico End of Retreat Awards – Erin Azcona-Beam

The entire community has benefited from this award participant’s efforts and expertise. She has not only been an in-house avocado masher, mixer, squeezer and taster she has also used her skills to create a strong community filled with amino acids and guacamole goodness. In essence, this award participant gives until it hurts. And it hurts …

Mexico End of Retreat Awards – Sydney Veitinger

Never before in the history of the world has there been a bat lover like this next award recipient. With a sweet quiet voice and loud sharpie skills, this recipient has whispered her way into the hearts of millions throughout the eons. But don’t let this pint sized spitfire fool you. She can defend, pinch, …

Mexico End of Retreat Awards – Austin Pleban

The next recipient is likely to solve the age-old reptile disfunction disorder through his research and deep interest in all biological creatures. (sorry about the terrible pun!) Able to identify a turtle from 3 meters away, we are sure that one day he will have a slew of teenage mutant turtles named after him. Catching …

Mexico End of Retreat Awards – Dylan Hickox

In contrast to last year, a certain person named after a vegetable (edited- should say “fruit”) preserved and fermented in vinegar and other ingredients will not be recognized for his ability to be tickled….unless you wish to tickle the pickle, go right ahead!! This year, we honor this award winner for his underwater explorer leadership …