Meet the Team

32 y.o.
Ocala, FL
@guardianofthewaters

Hi! My name is Michelle Colson, also known as Mermaid Michi: Guardian of the Waters. Born in Mexico and now based in Florida, my connection to water runs deep and has shaped both my life and my work. Through freediving and mermaiding, I found a powerful way to blend creativity, advocacy, and storytelling beneath the surface.

My mermaid persona allows me to raise awareness for Florida’s springs, rivers, and coastlines while working closely with organizations like the Florida Springs Council. Whether I’m creating underwater content, participating in community events, or speaking up for water protection, my goal is always the same—to inspire others to reconnect with the water and protect the places that give us so much.

When I’m not in the water, I’m continuing to find new ways to serve, educate, and advocate for our natural world—one dive at a time.