Patricia Ribeiro (Pat)

Born and raised around the beautiful Atlantic forest in Brazil, Patricia Ribeiro grew up surrounded by sea, forest and her family farm. Starting her professional career as a nature scientist. Then, move through the Outdoor education after experience herself the impact of traveling and leadership programs in nature environments.

For many years, she has been sharing her passion for traveling and outdoors with youngers and adults. Being in expeditions programs to cultural experiences. Her favorite activities are on the water: sailing, swimming, sea kayaking, snorkeling and surfing.

Patricia joined APA in 2025 as a facilitator, happy to share her knowledge on water sports and nature environments.