On numerous occasions I have written about Charlie Pitcher.
He is a hero of mine, an extraordinary athlete and adventurer.
The time has come for
him to set off on his valiant attempt to row around Britain. He plans to depart
from the Royal Burnham Yacht Club this Sunday, 31st May, 2015 at
midday. No doubt there will be a big send-off with many people cheering him and
wishing him well.
The task ahead will be very daunting knowing that if he is
to succeed he will have to row a minimum of 2,100 miles. There will be many hazards
to overcome, natural and man-made. His most formidable adversary will be the
wind, but there will be times when it will be his best friend, giving him a
helping hand. Unlike the open waters of the ocean, waters around Britain
are less deep, and fast tidal currents alternating between ebb and flow trouble the water’s surface. Because of
his proximity to land he will be confronted with headlands, sand banks, tidal
races and overflows, plus wind farms, oil rigs, and all types of shipping.
He will have little respite and he will find it hard to
sleep. If he is to row non-stop, except when resting or at anchor,
he will need God on his side to succeed. I shall pray for his safety and for
God to look favourably upon him.
Links
Charlie Pitcher’s Website and Blog
Charlie Pitcher
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