Baba Jaga

HELLO FROM WEST END, SOPER’S HOLE. Here on the dock, we are super excited to begin our new adventure for the third time this year!. Our SCUBA tanks are full, our sailing lines rigged, and our Nutella hidden 🤭. As we do our final checks and bits and piece,s we are eagerly awaiting our new Shipmates! But first, let's learn a little bit about us!

Kyler - Skipper / Dive Instructor / Marine Biologist
Kyler grew up worldwide, born in Australia, and moved to the UK and Canada. He earned his master’s degree in marine biology at the University of Southampton in the UK, focusing on tropical reef ecology. Kyler joined ActionQuest as a student in 2016, then attended the following year, and proceeded to do a GoBeyond trip in 2018. He has been diving for 12 years and became a dive instructor to continue his passion. He spent much of his time growing up diving, skiing, and exploring all the corners of the world. Nowadays, he trains for endurance races, such as the Ironman triathlon events, hoping to make it to the World Championships. He is ready to explore the beautiful underwater world of the BVI with the next generation of AQ students and wants to share the same experience he received, like getting caught in your hammock when it rains!

Nat - Dive Instructor / Medic
Natalie grew up in central Illinois, developing a love for the outdoors at an early age. This interest led her to pursue a degree in environmental sciences at the University of Wyoming, where she spent most of her free time backpacking and climbing around the Intermountain West. While in college, Natalie discovered her love of sailing and diving when she joined Seamester as a student in 2021, sailing from Antigua to Fiji.
After finishing her degree, Natalie worked in outdoor education, sailed on various tall ships in California, and traveled through Southeast Asia. Most recently, she completed her PADI OWSI and several specialty instructor certifications. Aside from diving, you’ll find her reading, cooking, or walking her dog, Ella. Natalie is excited to join ActionQuest this summer and looks forward to sharing her love of the marine environment!

Emma - Mate / Our Food Dude!
Growing up in Massachusetts, Emma’s connection to the water runs deep, and she feels most at home when on the water. Emma became part of the GXG family in the spring of 2024 when she joined the crew of STV Vela as a student, sailing from Cape Town, South Africa, to Antigua. After completing her student voyage, she immediately transitioned into a dual role as deckhand and provisioner on board Vela. She gained hands-on experience and deepened her love for life at sea. Emma is excited to spend this summer in the beautiful British Virgin Islands, creating unforgettable memories with everyone!