The UK veterans charity, Turn to Starboard is trying to find 50 ex-service personnel to sail 2,000 miles from Land's End to John o'Groats
Turn to Starboard is offering a unique opportunity for 50 ex-Service personnel who have been wounded or injured to join the epic challenge for a one-way voyage in either direction.
The Long Way Up will see a fleet of five yachts set sail from Land’s End on 7 September 2021.
Crew members will spend around three weeks at sea navigating the west coast of mainland Britain while learning to sail under expert tuition from professional instructors.
The CEO and founder of Turn to Starboard, Shaun Pascoe, said the aim of the challenge was for wounded veterans to ‘experience the therapeutic effects of sailing and the sea, meet people facing similar challenges as their own and gain valuable new skills.’
‘Crew members can choose to either set sail from Land’s End or John O’Groats on a 1,000 nautical-mile trip and enjoy stunning views along Britain’s wild coastline. Each participant will get the chance to develop their sailing ability and skippering skills, learn about navigation, meteorology, safety and signals.’
No previous sailing experience is required as all participants will receive expert tuition from professional instructors.
Places are available to injured veterans, serving or retired, whether they want to take part in a challenge or just have fun on the water.
For more information or to apply for a place on the Long Way Up expedition, contact Helen on 01326 314262 or email helen@turntostarboard.co.uk.
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