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Sensitive to ecology since a young age, he was the first, with Bixente Lizarazu, to sponsor the Water Family in 2009. Mathieu feels directly concerned being a practitioner of water sports and a surfing enthusiast, he is one of the first witnesses of the degradation of the Ocean.

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Bernard Crepel
Water Family co-funder
Mathieu Crepel  talking to kids on a field

The Water Family, "Du Flocon à la Vague," is dedicated to preserving water, health, and biodiversity through scientific ecological education. Established in 2009, the association engages a diverse community including individuals, experts, and athletes. They develop educational programs for schools, the public, and organizations, promoting positive environmental practices. By educating young generations and fostering eco-responsibility, the Water Family drives impactful change. Join Mathieu Crépel and the Water Family in their mission to protect vital water resources and inspire sustainable living.

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Our missions

Ecological education
Water preservation
Health advocacy
Biodiversity protection
Positive practices
Community events
Research support
Youth engagement
Resource creation
Expert collaboration

Born in Tarbes at the foot of the Pyrenees, Mathieu Crépel had the incredible luck, as he tells us, to spend every winter in the mountains, face to face with Pic du Midi. Some rumors even claim that he was seen gliding before he could walk. These early habits and a family environment passionate about.

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2016 banked slalom winner
2 Times olympian (2006 & 2010)
2010 X games silver medalist
2007 2 times FIS world champion