As some of you may be aware I am planning on taking part in the 2009 Transatlantic Tall Ships race. To do this I am aiming to raise £1500 toward The Rona Trust. You may be asking who are the Rona Trust and what do they do, well I will tell you.
The Rona Trust is a sailing charity which was established in 1960 by Lord Amory, with Commander Walter Scott as the first Organiser. "our aim is to provide (through the medium of sea training in offshore craft) opportunities for young people and people with disabilities to acquire those attributes of a seaman, namely; a sense of responsibility, resourcefulness and team-work, which will help them throughout their lives".
For more information on The Rona Trust please visit
What is a Tall Ships Race ?
Tall Ships' Races are run by Sail Training International. These are fantastically successful events bringing together thousands of young people from around the world where they meet, sail and compete together. The success of this enterprise can be measured by the fact that Sail Training International has been nominated for the 2007 Nobel Peace Prize.
What is the race course ?
The 2009 Transatlantic Race will start in a major UK port, yet to be confirmed, then on to Vigo in Spain, then race to Tenerife, Bermuda and the east coast of USA. There are stop overs in Boston and Halifax, Nova Scotia. The final leg is to Belfast and then return to our home port of Southampton.
For more information on the race please visit...
Please dig deep and donate as much as you can, every little helps.
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