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The Port of Port Arthur hosted its annual youth community outreach program, Camp SeaPort, on July 10- 14, with a record number of 33 local students participating.
The students, from Port Arthur and surrounding areas, had the opportunity to keep their minds and bodies active through fun and unique educational experiences. Campers also explored the maritime industry, met new friends, discovered new interests, and created memories to last a lifetime.
“At Camp SeaPort, youth are in a welcoming environment where they can belong; they’re building relationships, developing character, and discovering their potential,” said Port Commissioner Linda Spears. “We really encourage parents to give their kids the gift of signing them up for Camp SeaPort and introducing them to the maritime industry.”
2023 Camp SeaPort graduates are: Alejandro Martinez, Anyla Freeman, Ashaun Hill, Ashton Tyree, Aura Martinez, Breeann Saunders, Bryan Saunders, Cayden Orta, Charlie Alfred, Derion Charles, Eric Torres, Ivan Villareyna, Jaden Nguyen, Jairo Bustamante, Jasmin Watler, Jordan Green, Julia Nguyen, Kayla Hope, Kenneth Morgan III, Khyrie Joseph, La’Damien West, Lonnie Richardson, Lynnetra Taylor, Maliyah Wolf, Marlen Vides, Michael Tran, Nathaniel Leija, Roselyn Vides, Royal Iles, Ryan Kirk, Sarai Estrada and Tori Chance.
As a 501c3 non-profit, the camp is supported by and through volunteers, local industry leaders, individual donors and the Port of Port Arthur. This year’s partners consisted of Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Services, Texas General Land Office, Beaumont Reserve Fleet MARAD, Motiva, Officer Ricky Antoine with the Port Arthur Police Department, United States Coast Guard, Sabine Pilots, Port of Beaumont, Lamar State College Port Arthur, Lamar State College Orange, Mobiloil Credit Union, Dr. Barabara Polk and Laura Welch with Port Arthur ISD.