San Blas Reborn: New Islands Emerge Amidst Climate Change Hysteria The San Blas archipelago, known for its stunning beauty and cultural richness, is witnessing a profound transformation driven by both the forces of nature and the resilience of the Guna people. As climate change alters the geography of this paradise, new islands are emerging, while existing ones face the threat of submersion. This dynamic evolution highlights the Guna community’s adaptability and determination to preserve their way of life in the face of environmental challenges. San Blas: A timeless paradise where nature’s beauty and local culture blend seamlessly, following the natural cycles of life. A New Island Emerges in San Blas Off the coast of Maoqui in the Dutch Cays, a new island is gradually taking shape. What started as a mere speck of land, approximately 5 meters by 8 meters, has grown over the past decade to a remarkable 40 meters by 80 meters. This natural phenomenon of island formation in Guna Yala is not just a geological event; it carries significant cultural implications. The new island in San Blas in its early stages, very small, from 10 years ago. The new island in its early stages 10 years ago, gradually growing in size. Aerial view of emerging island in San Blas, Panama, forming in front of Maoqui island, which is visible in the background. In the Guna tradition, when a new island forms, the first family to plant coconut trees on it typically claims the right to inhabit it once it becomes fully habitable. This process is neither quick nor straightforward—it can take years for the island to reach a stable size, where it is no longer submerged during high tides. On this newly emerging island, Jose's family, our longtime deckhand of our Mambo Diablo Salina 48 catamaran and dear Guna friend, has already planted between 30 and 40 coconut trees in neat rows, staking their claim to the land. However, they must remain vigilant, as the death of these trees could jeopardize their ownership. Recently planted coconut trees by a family on Maoqui Island, who will eventually have the right to live there and utilize its resources. The Guna use coconuts and seafood for both sustenance and income. Recently planted coconut trees by a family on Maoqui Island, who will eventually have the right to live there and utilize its resources. The Guna use coconuts and seafood for both sustenance and income. The final decision on ownership, however, rests with the General Guna Congress. While the family continues to nurture their coconut trees, they must wait for the island to stabilize—a process that could take several more years. This careful stewardship reflects the Guna’s deep connection to their land and their ability to adapt to the slow but steady changes brought about by climate change. Relocating from Cartí Sugdupu: A Community in Transition While new islands are forming, other parts of San Blas face a more ominous reality. The island of Cartí Sugdupu, one of the 49 inhabited islands in the archipelago, is under threat from overcrowding. With its population exceeding 1,000 people, crammed into an area roughly the size of five football fields, the island’s future is uncertain. Despite media narratives, the relocation of Cartí's inhabitants to the mainland is primarily due to overpopulation and the severe shortage of space on the island. There is no longer any room for the younger generation seeking to establish their homes. This is the indisputable reality, rather than the alarmist headlines circulated by some outlets. Furthermore, while it is true that some islands may eventually submerge in the distant future, new islands are simultaneously emerging, reflecting the ongoing natural cycle of change in San Blas. Carti Sugdupu, San Blas. The Panamanian government has acknowledged the urgent need to relocate the residents of Cartí Sugdupu. However, both the government and the media focus on the islands' potential to sink as the reason for their actions, while the underlying reality is one of overpopulation and a severe lack of space. The island, which stands 50 cm to 1 meter above sea level, is supposedly predicted to be submerged in the coming decades. In response to this projection, the government has initiated a relocation plan, moving the community to a new mainland settlement called Nuevo Cartí, or Isber Yala ("Tree of Níspero").

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Thank you to the SO's of Erik Andreaa and Capt Glenn Shephard, as well as Malvina for getting this amazing footage for us! When we were invited to race on a Volvo Ocean 70 for the Halicarnassus Cup in Turkiye, we knew we would be in for a day of adventure. What we did not expect was for the spinnaker to blow on us as we were cruising downwind at 15 knots! It's a good thing our crew jumped into action right away, and we were all able to work together ro get it under control.

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Check out our latest episode ENGINE PROBLEMS and a slice of life at the repair dock on our Outremer 52 sailing catamaran. ============== 🔔Subscribe now and join us on a life-changing adventure. Don't wait - hit subscribe now! https://www.youtube.com/@SailingAWEN/?sub_confirmation=1 🔗 Stay Connected With Us. 👉Facebook: https://web.facebook.com/SailingAwen?_rdc=1&_rdr 👉Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sailingawen/ 👉Website: https://www.sailingawen.com/ ✅ For Inquiries: Sailingawen@gmail.com 🛒 YOU CAN SHOP FOR THINGS WE USE AND RECOMMEND HERE: https://www.amazon.com/shop/sailingawen We do earn a tiny commission on purchases if you use these links :-) which helps us to get new camera equipment (we need a new drone), and more storage devices (these files are huge!) 🎧COVERTCASTAWAY PODCAST anywhere you listen or stream directly at https://sailingawen.com/podcast 🌎TRACK US (because it's not creepy) at: https://forecast.predictwind.com/tracking/display/SV_AWEN/ 🎶 MUSIC by Epidemic Sound We have made the transition from full-time software professionals from the SF Bay Area to liveaboard sailing explorers who always keep one eye on the weather and our hearts in a song. Our goal is to complete a circumnavigation and we recently transitioned to a performance catamaran and are madly in love with our Outremer 52. We are working with Outremer in France (with the help of Google Translate) to launch our boat project and start our journey as sailing vagabonds. While it’s not a race or speed test, we are doing our first Bluewater crossing this year and we are excited to see AWEN stretch her legs and dance on the water. Join us as we share what we’re learning living without Amazon, (but with Starlink), and attempt this new life of travel and adventure on the ocean. Please be patient with us as we continue to improve our YouTube vlogging skills. Our goal isn’t to make our life a movie, it’s to give back to what others have shared with us. More about us here: https://sailingawen.com/about-us ============================= ✅ Recommended Playlists 👉 FULL PASSAGE SERIES: All Together Maiden Voyage https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BCR2uNbN4MQ&list=PLlCuYqC6mdr-Tr76hJxp4SmguTTGR_S31&pp=iAQB 👉 Our Outremer Experience https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xEM4vYKFyWA&list=PLlCuYqC6mdr9vxmC9FByg6y1TDooOM6q4&pp=iAQB ✅ Other Videos You Might Be Interested In Watching: 👉 Rural Exumas (EP 65) #sailing #Bahamas https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MImleQKKrQY 👉 Back at It! (EP 64) #sailing #outremer https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ST1pEsY0whM 👉 Nick of Time (EP 63) Leg 3 Day 10 #outremer52 #miami https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IDK_7eVxg3U 👉 Galloping to the End (EP 62) Leg 3 Day 9 #atlanticcrossing #sailingpassion https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1g8uZlEC71Q 👉 We Need to Leave! (EP 59) Leg 3 Day 6 #adventureawaits #boatlife https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vAUY4dz5-28 ============================= ✅ About Sailing AWEN. Holly and Stephane are formerly from the San Francisco Bay Area but have a home in Tahoe. Our 'someday' plan was to sell our belongings, buy a boat, and, with reckless abandon, sail away to visit distant lands, which we did starting in 2020. You can follow our transition and journey in our candid podcast, Covert Castaway, wherever you listen. You can also follow every stop we’ve made with pictures and blogs and stream our podcast directly on our website. ================================= #sailing #bahamassailing #catamaranlife #oceanadventure #outremer #sailing #catamaran #outremer #boatlife #catamaran #travelvlog #digitalnomad #lifestyle #sailboats #stayhealthy #learning #vlog #podcast #live #motivation #travel #nomad #boattour #sailingadventure #bucketlist #adventure #nomad #retirement #adventureawaits #ocean #learning #youtubecommunity #youtubelife #vlog #youtubechannel #performance #weather #SwN&x% © Sailing AWEN

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