Making Kava Photo Credit: Kevin Schmidt Flickr While living on Guam I attended several island celebrations where Sakau was served. Sakau is called Kava in other areas of the pacific. I was unfamiliar with this local pacific island tradition. Fortunately I attended these celebrations with an island friend who was knowledgeable about Sakau so at […]
Micronesia
Earth Watch Institute Volunteer Dive Program Truk Lagoon
Having spent three years living in Micronesia this Earth Watch Institute Volunteer Dive Program for Truk Lagoon in Chuuk caught my eye and drew me in. Having had the opportunity to explore the beauty of Micronesia both above and below the water I know this would be an amazing volunteer experience for those with a sense of […]
The Beauty of Micronesia
The islands of Micronesia have a place in my heart like no other on earth. These islands were the first international location I called home. The Federated States of Micronesia also have a special place in my heart, Pohnpei in particular with it’s simplicity and rugged beauty. There one can see the heart of Micronesia in the warmth of it’s people, the lush beauty […]