Who are we?
We are a Cornish pilot gig club, based in Bude, with a growing membership of rowers, from juniors through to masters (aged 60+).
What are we doing?
A group of 16 of us will be rowing at least 100km each throughout January 2025. We have plotted our virtual route from Inverness, through Loch Ness (where we plan to take part in an actual race in September 2025), down the West coast of the UK ending up in The Isles of Scilly (where the World Pilot Gig Championships are held each year in May).
Why are we crowdfunding?
Our membership is expanding and we find ourselves in need of a second racing boat so that we can put more crews in for the regattas and championship events that we attend throughout the year. We have one racing boat but having a second will enable more members to compete at more events.
How we'll spend the money raised
We will spend 50% of the money raised on the purchase of a new boat. The other 50% will be donated to The Pearl Exchange, a local charity offering 18-35 year olds the opportunity to connect, create and discover through a programme of free practical creative, cultural and wellness-focussed sessions designed to teach new and transferable skills.