Mission to Seafarers and Seafarers UK Sponsorship Press Release from Coracle
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Coracle Online Ltd
March 16, 2011
Press Release
March 16, 2011
Challengers take on 125 mile non-stop canoe marathon
April 23rd is Easter Saturday. What will you be doing? Relaxing with your family and friends in preparation for a chocolate fest on Sunday? Not so for James Tweed and Oliver Wigdahl who will take part in the Devizes Westminster International Canoe Race (DW).
The challenge is one of the ultimate tests of endurance and has been described as the Mount Everest of canoe races! The adventurous pair will use it as an opportunity to raise money for those in need.
They are supporting leading maritime welfare charities, The Mission to Seafarers and Seafarers UK.
The race starts in the market town of Devizes, Wiltshire and from there the duo will paddle in their K2 racing kayak along the Kennet and Avon Canal to Reading where they join the Thames, and then it’s on to Westminster Bridge. In addition to the 125 miles (around 90,000 strokes) the pair will have 77 locks to portage around and will be trying to keep upright against the many possible adverse weather conditions as sleep depravation plays its part. Oh, and more thing... Neither of the intrepid pair have done anything like this before!
James Tweed says: "We hope to raise a significant amount of money to support seafarers in the face of the horrendous piracy situation at the moment. Piracy is a significant problem for the world, but whilst many people are worried about the economic impact that these criminals are causing, we want to remember the human element. Seafarers being held captive for months, being tortured and even killed. We want to raise awareness and money to support them. The IMO have declared World Maritime Day 2011 as ‘Piracy - Orchestrating the Response’ and this challenge aims to support the UN initiative in a practical way.”
“Without seafarers, half the world would freeze and the other half starve, so it is fantastic when people like James and Oli step up for them. Please give the dynamic duo all your support. Seafarers deliver - and so should we!', said the Mission's Jane Spence.
Barry Bryant, Director General of Seafarers UK, said: “We are delighted that James and Oli have decided to support us by taking part in this huge challenge. It takes commitment to fundraise on top of the day job and we are grateful for their fantastic efforts to help seafarers and their families in need. UK seafarers face many dangers to ensure we are kept supplied with vital goods, and it is important that we support them when they need us.”
To follow James and Oli, keep an eye on their blog: http://coracletimepursuit.tumblr.com
Donations may be made online via Virgin Giving website : http://uk.virginmoneygiving.com/team/coracletimepursuit or by contacting James or Oli.
March 16, 2011
Challengers take on 125 mile non-stop canoe marathon
April 23rd is Easter Saturday. What will you be doing? Relaxing with your family and friends in preparation for a chocolate fest on Sunday? Not so for James Tweed and Oliver Wigdahl who will take part in the Devizes Westminster International Canoe Race (DW).
The challenge is one of the ultimate tests of endurance and has been described as the Mount Everest of canoe races! The adventurous pair will use it as an opportunity to raise money for those in need.
They are supporting leading maritime welfare charities, The Mission to Seafarers and Seafarers UK.
The race starts in the market town of Devizes, Wiltshire and from there the duo will paddle in their K2 racing kayak along the Kennet and Avon Canal to Reading where they join the Thames, and then it’s on to Westminster Bridge. In addition to the 125 miles (around 90,000 strokes) the pair will have 77 locks to portage around and will be trying to keep upright against the many possible adverse weather conditions as sleep depravation plays its part. Oh, and more thing... Neither of the intrepid pair have done anything like this before!
James Tweed says: "We hope to raise a significant amount of money to support seafarers in the face of the horrendous piracy situation at the moment. Piracy is a significant problem for the world, but whilst many people are worried about the economic impact that these criminals are causing, we want to remember the human element. Seafarers being held captive for months, being tortured and even killed. We want to raise awareness and money to support them. The IMO have declared World Maritime Day 2011 as ‘Piracy - Orchestrating the Response’ and this challenge aims to support the UN initiative in a practical way.”
“Without seafarers, half the world would freeze and the other half starve, so it is fantastic when people like James and Oli step up for them. Please give the dynamic duo all your support. Seafarers deliver - and so should we!', said the Mission's Jane Spence.
Barry Bryant, Director General of Seafarers UK, said: “We are delighted that James and Oli have decided to support us by taking part in this huge challenge. It takes commitment to fundraise on top of the day job and we are grateful for their fantastic efforts to help seafarers and their families in need. UK seafarers face many dangers to ensure we are kept supplied with vital goods, and it is important that we support them when they need us.”
To follow James and Oli, keep an eye on their blog: http://coracletimepursuit.tumblr.com
Donations may be made online via Virgin Giving website : http://uk.virginmoneygiving.com/team/coracletimepursuit or by contacting James or Oli.