Sebastian, 22, hails from Knoxville, Tennessee and just graduated from Wofford University where he majored in Environmental Science and Anthropology. Sebastian was a member of the Wofford Track and Field team, specializing in the decathlon, and served as the Director of Wofford Live–an organization dedicated to promoting live music on campus. Additionally, he co-founded and serves as the Creative Director for the New Ground Music Festival—the largest festival in Knoxville. In addition to his entrepreneurial spirit, Sebastian also has an incredibly adventurous side—studying in Tanzania, backpacking through Europe, and visiting multiple National Parks over the last few summers. Sebastian was an all-star leader for us last summer in Ecuador + Galapagos and we cannot wait for him to run it back in Serengeti!

Sarah Paden, 24, is from Simpsonville, SC and graduated from Furman University with a major in Politics and International affairs. Sarah Paden, or “SP” as the Moondance Family has come to know her, is nothing short of dynamic. While at Furman she was heavily involved with the Furman Student Government Association, the University Student Conduct board, and Communication studies Student Advisory board. SP is currently attending Wake Forest Law School, and we could not be prouder! In 2022, Sarah Paden brought her quick wit and passion for serving others to Maui, and then followed that up by leading a session of our Fiji trip last summer! We are so excited for SP to take a break from hitting the books and get back out there this summer to make a positive impact on her students in Africa this summer !