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What makes Ride Nature different from other mission organizations is the strategy to use action sports as a tool to train leaders for ongoing ministry, reach the lost with the Gospel outreach events, inspire a new generation as we pioneer into new communities, and serve the local leaders who carry on the work of disciple making long after we leave. 
This is the mission for every trip we lead.

Trip Vision

Our Latin America leadership team will be returning to Cuba this February to continue building relationships and encouraging local leaders who are faithfully serving in their communities. This will be a closed trip, focused on strengthening existing partnerships, understanding the ongoing needs of the region, and exploring how Ride Nature can continue to support and empower ministry efforts across the island.

Though this trip isn’t open to the public, we’re asking our broader community to join us in prayer—for open doors, wisdom, and discernment as we meet with leaders and dream about future opportunities for impact. God is moving in Cuba, and we’re honored to play a small part in what He’s doing.

  • This trip is at capacity!

TRIP PROCESS

  1. Submit Application – Complete and send in your trip application.

  2. Trip Leader Review – Please allow 1–2 weeks for our team and trip leaders to review your application and respond.

  3. Approval & Payment Details – Once approved and after background checks are finished, you’ll receive trip payment details.

  4. Initial Payment – Make your initial trip payment to confirm your spot.

  5. Book Flights – After your initial payment is received, you can move forward with booking flights.

  • We know that team members will be traveling from all over, and we’re here to help make that process simple and stress-free. Once your application has been approved, our staff will personally connect with you to share our team’s travel plans, including flight details, schedules, and arrival instructions. You won’t need to figure things out on your own—we’ll guide you through the process to make sure your travel lines up with the rest of the team.

    While every trip looks a little different, our goal is always to keep travel as safe and coordinated as possible. Whether you’re flying from across the country or driving in from nearby, we’ll make sure you know exactly what to expect and how to connect with the group when it’s time to go.

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FACTS ABOUT cubA

Population?

Cuba is home to around 11 million people, making it the most populous island in the Caribbean.

Geography?

Cuba is the largest island in the Caribbean, stretching over 750 miles from east to west, with beautiful beaches, lush mountains, and colorful colonial cities.

Language?

Spanish is the official language, and it’s spoken with a unique Cuban accent and rhythm all its own.

Money?

Cuban Peso (CUP)

Faith?

While Cuba has a complex religious history, Christianity remains strong—about 60% of Cubans identify as Catholic, and a growing number are part of evangelical and house church movements.

Random Fact?

Classic American cars from the 1950s still fill the streets of Havana, giving Cuba its iconic, time-capsule feel!

“We packed our bags with 40 Bibles, devotionals, clothing, shoes, hygiene products, skateboards, and gear—understanding that, in the end, we might even leave behind our own shoes due to the profound needs we would encounter in Cuba.”

-Jesus martinez

Meet your trip leader

Eduardo soto - san Juan del sur, Nicaragua

“Hey, I’m Eduardo.
I grew up in a Christian family and have been serving God my whole life. I love traveling, sharing the good news, and spreading love wherever I go. You’ll usually find me catching fun waves on my longboard or twin fin, cruising dirt roads on my bike, cooking up something special (food is definitely my love language), or just living new adventures with friends and family. I’m a servant of God, a husband, and a proud dad to the most beautiful baby girl. And as I always say, let's “enjoy the ride” DEMOLE!!

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Q&A’s

  • Absolutely. As we lead mission trips all throughout the year, whenever we have openings in trips we welcome others to apply to join the team. YOU HAVE TO BE 18 OR OLDER TO TRAVEL WITHOUT A PARENT OR GUARDIAN.

  • We gladly welcome ANYONE to join us on our trips, even those who may not call themselves a “surfer” or “skater”. While our trips ARE focused on action sports outreach, all that we ask is that you have a heart and desire to see others reached with the Truth of Jesus Christ and are excited to see that happen through action sports outreach.

  • Basic traveling needs. PASSPORT, clothes, shoes, socks, refillable water bottle, deodorant, etc. A suggested packing list will be sent out to you at least one-month before the trip.

  • Drugs, weapons, large amounts of spending money, alcohol, pornography of any kind, tobacco products, etc…

  • Unless we notify you in advance that you will need to bring additional spending money for visas, exit fees, activities, etc, the only spending money you will need to bring will be for personal snacks and/or souvenirs.

  • Cultural and local dishes. Depending on the location of the mission trip the food we eat varies. While we try very hard to build solid relationships with the individuals located in the areas we are working in, we prefer to eat the local food and experience the culture of the area. If you have food restrictions or allergies, please make sure to let us know in advance so we can plan accordingly.

  • We take safety and privacy seriously—those are non-negotiable. Guys and girls will always have separate sleeping areas, unless a married couple requests to stay together. These are mission trips, not vacations, so while we usually have modern comforts like air conditioning, there may be times we’re roughing it a bit. If that’s the case, we’ll make sure you know ahead of time. If you’d like private accommodations, please let us know when you apply.

  • Depending on the location of the mission trip, immunizations vary. Please consult your family doctor with any questions regarding this. We as an organization recommend the following vaccines; Hepatitis A/B and Tetanus/Diphtheria (DT).

  • On the mission trips that we’re doing work projects we ask that everyone bring; pants, closed toe shoes, and work gloves. For girls: no short shorts, no low cut shirts, culturally accepted clothing, etc. Girls: Please bring a one-piece swimming suit, rash guard or t-shirt that you can wear on top of your two-piece if that’s all you have. Guys: Board Shorts.

  • If you are elderly or are prone to health problems, we strongly recommend a thorough physical examination before traveling. Also, medical identification (tags, bracelet, card, etc.) must be carried by anyone with chronic illness such as diabetes or heart conditions. Our trips typically require some form of work and strenuous activity and may require standing/walking/working for long periods of time. Persons with mental illness or physical disabilities are required to disclose such information to the Mission before being approved to travel. If you have special needs while traveling (such as a medical condition, food allergies, or other special requirements), please let us know before your trip, and we will try our best to accommodate you as best as possible. Be sure to bring whatever you need with you in your carry-on luggage.

  • Absolutely. In fact we prefer to lead mission trips with groups and individuals all from one area. Many times we have experienced that the individuals on mission trips grow closer as a group, developing deeper relationships with one another, and growing spiritually. For this reason, we encourage and welcome groups to travel together on mission trips with the goal and intent that they grow closer and stronger as a group. If you would be interested in having Ride Nature lead your youth or school group on a mission trip contact us today at trips@ridenature.com.

  • We are currently looking for individuals to help lead and organize mission trips throughout the year. As a trip leader/coordinator you are responsible for recruiting and organizing the mission team, assisting in trip fundraising and fundraising coaching for the team, communicating with the group before the trip, and help leading the trip on the ground. Ideally we are looking for youth pastors, small group/Bible study leaders, or teachers for a role like this. Generally, when someone assists in leading a team, we as an organization cover the leader’s expenses for that trip, making it free for them. For more information about being a trip leader or if you are interested in leading a trip, please email trips@ridenature.com.

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