Life Changing Dead Calm
Oct 18, 2023
Will Darby's unconventional upbringing on a strawberry farm led him to pursue a life of adventure. Leaving school in 2007, he traveled to remote islands in search of unridden waves. He formed a bond with the Solomon Islands but faced devastation during an earthquake and the Indian Ocean tsunami. Through these experiences, he found happiness in a different way of life and invites others to share their stories.
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Travel and Surfing Dreams
- Will Darby and his friend Toby saved up money after school to travel the world.
- Their plan included visiting Papua New Guinea and the Solomon Islands, driven by their passion for surfing and exploring.
40-Hour Ferry to the Solomon Islands
- Darby and Toby took a 40-hour ferry ride to the Solomon Islands with 500 other people.
- They were the only foreigners on board and strung up hammocks on the top deck.
Meeting Sammy and Village Life
- A local boy introduced Will and Toby to his surfing cousin, Sammy.
- They stayed in Sammy's village for a month, surfing, fishing, and bonding with the locals.