I love to be a part of something special - supporting amazing people on amazing yachting adventures!

2024 - Amazing year on the water with ARC 2024 being the highlight - Beneteau 44 Oceanias - 4 Crew

I started learning to crew on a Beneteau 40.7 in 2023. After completing my single-handed 2024 Scottish West Coast powerboat adventure, I am now looking for my next full-time adventure, learning more about sailing and crewing.

Trained:
> RYA - VHF 2022
> RYA - First Aid 2022
> RYA - Powerboard (PB2) 2021

2024 - Completed ARC 2024 - Watch Lead

2024 – Competed in the Scottish West Highland Yachting Week

2024 – Cruised the Scottish West Coast
> 195 consecutive days on the water
> 1200+ nautical miles covered
> Single-hand helmed a Bayliner 265 sports cruiser powerboat
> 98 days living off the grid – on anchor and the occasional swing moorings.Pulling in only for repairs, bad weather, and supplies.

2021 – 2023: Royal Ulster Yacht Club - Active full member where I served:-
> 2 years on the sailing committee
> 2.5 years as rescue boat helm
> 2.5 years as head of race results
> 12 times regatta volunteer (club events and Bangor Regatta) – head of results races/series, safety boat helm, committee and RO support.

2021 - Current: Northern Ireland Charity Safer Waters:
> A water-based organisation that supports events for clubs and associations.
> Helm rescue boats
> Provide onshore First Aid
> With my 265 Bayliner Sports Cruiser - Helm as a mothership for swimming and other supports requiring a high view of the course and participants.

I am an Australian extrovert with a quirky sense of humour who strives to challenge and create fun. I want to create a world of adventure driven by the people around me. I love writing and telling stories and being part of something special created by a team of people looking to explore and have great fun doing it.

clean & tidycommitteddiligentdiscreeteasy-goingenthusiasticfit & healthyfriendlyorganisedrespectfulskilledtrustworthyconfident swimmergood listenergood communicatorno body piercingsno facial piercingsno tattoos at alleager to learn & workpoliteLGBTIQA+ respectfulpositive outlookopen mindedsense of humorcan pay own expensesavailable on my owndon't mind cleaninggood with maintenancecan follow ordersenjoy teachingbuy my own boat one day

My exploring plan is simple: I don't have one! Driven by people around me, conversations, and opportunities offered, I create a life where I adapt and meet challenges.

As a full-of-life extrovert, my serious side is linked to my complex professional life as a retired global business and IT transformation consultant.

visit remote placesseek adventurefulfill a dreamface challengescareer changegain experiencelearn to saillive off the gridsustainable traveltravel

I love adventures, exploring new things, and learning along the way. It’s even better when I can share those experiences with others. Most importantly, I am about PEOPLE, Friendships, and being part of something FUN and special!