Embark on a transformative voyage where sail training meets outdoor & adventure education! From 21–26 August 2025, the Baltic Adventure 2025 Seminar brings together 22 youth workers, trainers, mentors & project coordinators aboard the schooner Helena—cruising Helsinki’s harbors and the stunning Finnish archipelago. Get ready for hands-on workshops, deck duties, and networking that will shape future European Solidarity Corps projects!
🛥️ Seminar Overview
Dive into an open-format community-of-practice laboratory:
- Live & Learn on Helena: Sleep in 3-tier bunks, dine Aboard, and rotate through cooking, cleaning & watchkeeping shifts—no prior sailing experience needed!
- Adventure Education in Action: Experiment with experiential learning methods proposed by participants, mixing sailing duties with outdoor workshops on deck and in marinas.
- Emotions & Learning: Grounded in the “role of emotions” study, co-create reflective practices that deepen non-formal learning.
🌟 Seminar Highlights
- ⚓ Full Sail Training: Master basic helm techniques, rope work & navigation gear—while building teamwork under an endless sky.
- 🌲 Outdoor Expeditions: Shore-side hikes & marina explorations to connect adventure theory with practice.
- 🤝 Partnership Building: Co-design new ESC project ideas during interactive sessions.
- 🎯 Skill Development: Strengthen leadership, mentorship & adaptability by thriving in changing weather and close-quarter community living.
🏠 Living Aboard Helena
- Cabins & Facilities: Six-person cabins with individual bunks—bring your own sleeping bag & towel.
- Meals: Vegetarian cooking on board; marinas offer chances to sample local fare (bring meat if you wish!).
- Gear: Helena provides waterproofs & life jackets; pack your own layers for sun, wind & rain.
- Showers: Available at harbors—plan for spontaneity!
🎓 Seminar Objectives
- Explore Alternative Learning Environments: Sailing, marinas, hiking trails & open waters.
- Blend Sail Training & Experiential Activities: Co-create workshops reflecting on emotions in learning.
- Develop Leadership & Mentorship: Navigate unpredictable conditions as a team.
- Enhance ESC Project Quality: Equip coordinators and mentors with fresh tools to support volunteers.
- Network for Tomorrow’s Projects: Forge partnerships for future European Solidarity Corps initiatives.
👥 Who Can Apply?
- Roles: Youth workers, trainers, project managers, mentors, coaches, NA & SALTO staff.
- Profile:
- Interest in Adventure Education
- Some outdoor education experience
- Active in ESC programme
- English proficiency
- Full availability for 21–26 Aug 2025
- Openness to community living & deck duties
📅 Key Details
- Dates: 21–26 August 2025
- Location: Helsinki + Finnish archipelago, Finland
- Deadline: 24 June 2025 (24h UTC)
- Selection: 5 July 2025
- Apply & Info: http://trainings.salto-youth.net/13616
🌍 Eligible Countries
🇦🇲 Armenia, 🇦🇿 Azerbaijan, 🇧🇾 Belarus, 🇬🇪 Georgia, 🇲🇩 Moldova, 🇺🇦 Ukraine, 🇦🇹 Austria, 🇧🇪 Belgium (DE/FL/FR), 🇧🇬 Bulgaria, 🇭🇷 Croatia, 🇨🇾 Cyprus, 🇨🇿 Czech Republic, 🇩🇰 Denmark, 🇪🇪 Estonia, 🇫🇮 Finland, 🇫🇷 France, 🇩🇪 Germany, 🇬🇷 Greece, 🇭🇺 Hungary, 🇮🇸 Iceland, 🇮🇪 Ireland, 🇮🇹 Italy, 🇱🇻 Latvia, 🇱🇮 Liechtenstein, 🇱🇹 Lithuania, 🇱🇺 Luxembourg, 🇲🇹 Malta, 🇳🇱 Netherlands, 🇳🇴 Norway, 🇵🇱 Poland, 🇵🇹 Portugal, 🇲🇰 North Macedonia, 🇷🇴 Romania, 🇷🇸 Serbia, 🇸🇰 Slovakia, 🇸🇮 Slovenia, 🇪🇸 Spain, 🇸🇪 Sweden, 🇨🇭 Switzerland, 🇹🇷 Türkiye, 🇩🇿 Algeria, 🇪🇬 Egypt, 🇮🇱 Israel, 🇯🇴 Jordan, 🇱🇧 Lebanon, 🇱🇾 Libya, 🇲🇦 Morocco, 🇵🇸 Palestine, 🇸🇾 Syria, 🇹🇳 Tunisia, 🇦🇱 Albania, 🇧🇦 Bosnia & Herzegovina, 🇽🇰 Kosovo, 🇲🇪 Montenegro
