Explorer-in-Residence
Where Expertise Meets Expedition
The Audax Ventus Explorer-in-Residence Program is for experienced professionals, thought leaders, and creative visionaries who don’t just want to explore—they want to leave a legacy.
If you’re a marine biologist, documentarian, Indigenous knowledge keeper, technologist, artist, educator, or activist, this is your space to deepen your work, mentor others, and contribute meaningfully to a living mission of science, storytelling, and justice.
This is not a retreat.
It’s a responsibility—an invitation to bring your voice, skill, and perspective to the edge of the map.
What You’ll Do
- Mentor & Build Capacity – Guide emerging storytellers, sailors, and researchers in ethical fieldwork, cultural sensitivity, or technical skills.
- Innovate in the Field – Trial low-impact gear, sustainable systems, or educational tools in real expedition conditions.
- Create & Develop – Document your research, produce field-based media, or design new learning models.
- Collaborate Across Disciplines – Support projects that unite conservation, Indigenous partnership, and cultural documentation.
Daily life is shared life—from hoisting sails to sharing meals, every member is both teacher and student.
Who Should Apply
We welcome people with:
- 5+ years professional experience in a relevant field
- A commitment to equity, inclusion, and ethical practice
- A willingness to live and work communally in a low-impact expedition environment
- A passion for mentoring and cross-disciplinary exchange
We strongly encourage applications from Indigenous, Global South, and LGBTQIA+ communities.
What’s Included
- Private cabin aboard our two-mast Bermudian schooner
- All onboard meals, water, and non-alcoholic beverages
- Access to scientific, storytelling, and educational equipment
- Support for media, publications, or outreach tied to your work
- A featured role in Audax Ventus’ ongoing expedition storytelling
(Travel to and from the vessel not included.)
Apply or Inquire
Spaces are limited. Selection is by application and invitation to ensure alignment with our mission.
Email: info@audaxventus.org
Let the wind carry your work—and your wisdom—into the world.
Join Audax Ventus in Protecting the Stories of Our Changing
The Wind Is Bold. So Are We.
Audax Ventus sails to the edges of the map, where ecosystems are under siege and frontline voices go unheard. We document the truth, share it with the world, and stand with those fighting to protect their home waters.
Your donation keeps the sails full, the cameras rolling, and the stories alive.
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