A Canadian bond analyst is set to circumnavigate the UK and raise funds for MCS at the same time.
Jack Lee set sail from St Katherine’s Docks in London over the Easter weekend and expects to complete the 3,000Nm journey round Great Britain in early July. As well as raising funds for MCS, he’ll also be documenting the marine life he sees en route and passing the data to MCS.
Jack, who’s also supporting the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Quebec, says sailing is in his blood: “Sailing is something I have been around since childhood, first as a recreational sailor, and later, in a more challenging and competitive role. Lately, I‘ve been looking for the opportunity to merge my passion for being out on the water with an inspiring cause. Raising much needed funding and awareness for MCS goes some way to achieve this goal.”
“The UK offers some spectacular and physically challenging sailing, as well as some of the most beautiful and diverse scenery on offer. When taking on the idea, I wanted something that would be a challenge and something that wasn't just a walk in the park.”
“ I’m fascinated with Sharks! Which is why when MCS asked me to document marine wildlife, including a resurgence of Basking Sharks in British waters, I was thrilled to get involved.”
Jack will raise cash for both MCS in the UK and the Quebec Heart & Stroke Foundation; both causes he says are very relevant to his life.
“The incredible work that the Marine Conservation Society is doing to establish marine protected areas, stop over fishing and clean up Britain’s beaches was a major reason behind my choice to raise money for them. My choice of the Heart & Stroke Foundation was predominantly based on its ground-breaking work with children to promote a Healthy Heart & Healthy Living. ”
Tori Williams, Fundraising Assistant at MCS, says she’s thrilled Jack has chosen MCS and delighted that he’ll be able to pass on information relating to the marine life he sees during his challenge: “Jack is accepting sponsorship via his online giving page: http://uk.virginmoneygiving.com/SailBritain and the donations made in the UK will only go to MCS. You can follow Jack’s progress around the UK at www.sailbritian.org or get regular up dates from the MCS Facebook page ”
Tori says if you’ve been inspired by Jack to take on your own challenge, then The MCS Coastal Challenge could be for you! You can find out more by contacting Tori at fundraising@mcsuk.org or read more about fundraising here.
