The send off in Plymouth from the family and friends of the 8 Round Britain sailing trainees was phenomenal. There was a fair amount of emotion as Continue reading A tough sail for the teenage crew from Plymouth to Milford Haven
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Preparing for a Round Britain Challenge
On the 2nd April, Mórvargh Sailing Project will be taking 8 teenagers on a 35 day voyage around Britain. I’ve been in touch with Matthew Barraud for a couple of years now and volunteered to crew as ‘Afterguard’ for as much of the trip as I can get time off work. Continue reading Preparing for a Round Britain Challenge
My biggest regret about sailing
I’ve been sailing for now for 4 years and I’ve commented several times that my biggest regret was that I didn’t Continue reading My biggest regret about sailing
Taking the Yachtmaster Coastal Exam
I’m traveling back from Plymouth having, early this morning, completed and passed my RYA Yachtmaster Coastal exam. It’s been a tough week with challenging weather that limited the preparation somewhat. On reflection I think I enjoyed the exam but at the time that wouldn’t have been the right word. I felt pretty stressed throughout the 8 hours and under a consistent pressure throughout. Continue reading Taking the Yachtmaster Coastal Exam