We deeply believe in the power of nature to educate our children.
In a world where screens and technology occupy more and more space in everyday life, we are convinced that creating opportunities for outdoor learning is an urgent necessity. Nature awakens curiosity, teaches respect, patience, and wonder. There is no classroom more complete, nor teacher wiser, than the natural environment that surrounds us.

That’s why in Puerto Guadal we have sought to bring nature directly into public education, integrating it as an essential part of learning. Every week, students from the Libertador Bernardo O’Higgins School participate in their environmental workshop, guided and led by Cristian Weber, a local resident, permaculturist, and founder of Alma Verde Free School. From his educational garden, Cristian teaches by example: he motivates, inspires, and conveys—through hands-on experience—the importance of caring for, observing, and learning from the land.

This workshop has become one of the most meaningful experiences for the children, who learn about composting, planting, recycling, school gardens, and respect for local ecosystems. But beyond technical knowledge, what this space truly provides is a new way of relating to their surroundings—a sense of belonging and an understanding that their own territory can be a source of learning, work, and well-being.

We firmly believe that nature-based tourism and knowledge of the territory will be the main economic driver of this region in the future. And for our youth to be part of it—to be able to work here, in their land, without having to leave in search of opportunities—we must begin now: by motivating them from childhood, connecting them with the earth, with reading, and with their community.

We invite you to be part of this initiative and social movement, contributing your grain of sand to the development of our town.