Restoration Begins at the Shore: Kevin's Path to Environmental and Personal Recovery

Recovery Matters Podcast Episode 39 | Phil and Sandy engage in a conversation with Kevin, the program coordinator for the Ocean Recovery Community Alliance (ORCA). They explore Kevin's journey in recovery, his passion for surfing, and his involvement in environmental cleanups. The discussion highlights the transformative power of engaging with nature, the sense of community fostered through ORCA events, and the personal and collective impact of these initiatives. Kevin shares his experiences of organizing cleanups, the significance of removing environmental wreckage, and the intersection of his recovery journey with his love for the ocean. He gives insight into the planning and execution of ORCA events, the importance of sustainable practices, and the overwhelming support received from the community.

00:00 Welcome to Recovery Matters Podcast

00:27 Parenting Challenges and Trash Talk

01:40 Discovering a Passion for Beach Cleanups

03:01 Water Bottles and Environmental Practices

04:30 The ORCA Adventure Begins

10:01 Surfing Stories and Community

18:15 Surfing and Recovery: A Personal Journey

20:44 Finding Peace in Insignificance

21:27 Recovery and New Hobbies

22:49 Reconnecting with Friends

23:50 Ocean Recovery Community Alliance

28:06 The Joy of Cleaning Up

35:25 Getting Involved with ORCA

42:00 Personal Transformation Through Service

43:50 Looking Ahead

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