Update from Kirsty who set out to row 1000km in the Caribbean to raise funds for…
Update from Kirsty who set out to row 1000km in the Caribbean to raise funds for Olivia’s charity. Sadly, she’s had to abandon, read on …..
10 March 2025
by Kirsten Melin, Organiser
Stranded in remote Inagua, Bahamas with nothing but my rowing kit! Our (planned) adventure is unfortunately over.
A 7m rogue wave flooded all hatches and cabins with me, resting in the ‘coffin’ (berth under the deck in the hull) suddenly splashing around and needing to pump furiously…not knowing for how long and why.
Para anchor, May Day, EPIRB deployed at 17.30 and we were finally rescued at 01.45.
Reunited 2 days later with Skipper; Lasse and Co- Skipper; James who had an eventful tow to safety.
I lost various items to the Caribbean Sea but have gained so much.
An incredible experience bonding with 11 strangers. We all intend to return next year for unfinished business. ✨
Huge ‘THANK YOU’ Kirsten Melin ❤️
