Scottish groms compete at World Champs in Rio

by Scottish Surfing Federation in Thurso, Highland Council, United Kingdom

Scottish groms compete at World Champs in Rio
We did it
On 28th October 2023 we successfully raised £4,755 ( + est. £805.00 Gift Aid ) with 111 supporters in 42 days

The Scottish junior surf team are competing at the world championships in Rio. We need help to pay for the flights and accommodation.

by Scottish Surfing Federation in Thurso, Highland Council, United Kingdom

Who are we?

The Scottish Surfing Federation are sending a team of the best junior surfers in Scotland to compete at the Isa World Junior Surfing Championships in Rio, Brazil. The competition runs from the 24th November to 3rd December 2023. There are 9 competitors  from different regions of Scotland and are between the ages of 12 and 18. They will have a support team with them.

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Why are we crowdfunding?

We are crowdfunding on behalf of the Scottish Surfing Federation. All funds raised will help with the expenses of sending the junior surf team to Brazil to represent Scotland. The overall cost will be approx £25-£30k. We are crowdfunding to help with flight and accommodation costs.

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How we’ll spend the money raised.

All money raised will go towards flights and accommodation costs.
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Community impact

The SSF is the governing body for surf in Scotland. It supports all levels of surfing. This event will help promote surfing and the benefits of surfing including the opportunities it can lead to.

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How you can play your part

There are four simple ways to help us reach our target, and make this project a reality.

1. Make a pledge. Don’t delay if you’re going to support us because momentum is key to our success!

2. Spread the word. Share our project on your social media pages and tell the world to get behind us! The more people we reach, the more support we will get.

3. Offer rewards. Get involved if you are a local business by donating things we can offer to our supporters. We will give you a shout out!

4. Fundraise for us. If you want to run your own fundraiser – maybe a sponsored activity or similar – use the 'contact project' button at the top of our page to let us know. Setting up your own page only takes a few minutes and you won’t need any bank details. Just a fun idea!

Meet the team -

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Finn Clark - Boys U18's

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Craig McLachlan - Boys U18's

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Charlie Pugh - Boys U18's

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Olivia Mackay - Girls U18's & U16's

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Lola Mitchell - Girls U18's & U16's

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Callie Cruickshank - Girls U18's & U16's

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Sebastian Ballantyne - Boys U16's

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Ansel Parkin - Boys U16's

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Fraser Brown - Boys U16's

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Rewards

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Spy sunglasses white

Spy Sunglasses. Hangout Matte White

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SPY grey t-shirt size small

Spy grey t-shirt size small. Back and front logo

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Signed Scottish Flag

Scottish flag signed by all the team

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Shortboard stretch cover 6'6"

Ocean and earth shortboard stretch cover. 6'6'. Blue and grey

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£50 Blackhouse Watersports voucher

Blackhouse Watersports £50 voucher- can be used for lessons, hire or merchandise

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Fuel 10k bundle

Fuel bundle - 10k- protein bars, drinks, granola, porridge, water bottle, tote bag etc.

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Garmin Sat Nav with Alexa

Garmin Drive Smart 65 with Amazon Alexa rrp £250

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Blackhouse watersports hoodie

Blackhouse Surf Crew Fleece, size Medium. rrp £70

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3 hr video photo surf session

£ hour video or photo session of your surf on the North coast by Malcom Anderson

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Bag of logs

Bag of logs, Fraserburgh. Collection only.

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Roxy pink girls t-shirt age 12

Roxy pink girls t-shirt. "Im feeling swell". Age 12.

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SPY orange t-shirt size small

SPY orange t-shirt, size small

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Brass tide clock

Brass tide clock.

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NSP 8’ leash

NSP high performance 8’ surf leash, blue

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NSP tail pad

NSP 3 piece tail pad, orange

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Blue spot 25 piece spanner set

25 piece combination spanner set by Blue Spot

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Berghaus water bottle

White berghaus water bottle. Thanks to Tiso, Aviemore

£20 or more

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McAllans clothing voucher £25

£25 voucher for McAllans mens and women clothing and shoes, Wick or Thurso. Thanks McAllans

£20 or more

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Bottle Johnnie Walker Black label whisky

Bottle Johnnie Walker black label whisky, 70cl

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Ocean and Earth tail pad

Ocean and Earth simple Jack surfboard tailpad, white

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£25 voucher, sweet treats, North Berwick

£25 voucher for Sweet Treats in North Berwick. Can be used for box of cupcakes / traybakes or towards a celebration cake

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Winter scarf by Calzeat of Scotland

Calzeat of Scotland winter scarf with thistle design. RRP £24.50 Thanks Browns Gift Ware

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£25 BawBags voucher

BawBags voucher -£25

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Berghaus reversible beanie

Berghaus reversible beannie, grey and white blocks. Thanks Tiso, Aviemore

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Tanqueray gin

Bottle of Tanqueray gin, 70cl. Thanks to Verdant leisure, Pease bay.

£25 or more

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Mystic hoodie

Black Mystic hoodie size Medium

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Seki earplugs

Seki surf ear plugs

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Video analysis session

online video analysis session with Craig McLachlan- Scotland mens champion, British u18 boys champion and Scotland u18 boys champion.

£25 or more

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Mobile Bike service (near Dunbar)

Mobile Bike Service - near Dunbar. Value £50. Courtesy of The Bike God.

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Handmade Christmas wreath- collection Dunbar

Beautiful handmade Christmas wreath from Kirsty Parkin. Collection Dunbar area weekend 9th December

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Spy sunglasses translucent orange

Spy sunglasses, Crossway translucent orange

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Barra Island Dark Rum

Barra Island Dark Rum, 70cl.

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WhaSup surboard bag 8’8”

Custom made surfboard bag from WhaSup. Blue and grey. 8’8”

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WhaSup surfboard bag 7’8”

Custom made surfboard bag from WhaSup- Red and white- 7’8”

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Berghaus wireless earphones

Berghaus wireless earphones. Thanks Tiso, Aviemore

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Entry to Royal Yacht Britannia for 4 people

Voucher for 4 people to visit the Royal yacht Britannia. RRP £80

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North Point Distillery rum

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North Point Distillery Gin

North Point Distillery Crosskirk Bay Gin, 700ml

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Y-Not and Grove bar and Restaurant Voucher

£40 Y-Not & Grove Bar and Restaurant voucher, Thurso.Valid until March 2024. Thanks Y-Not.

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Equinox smoke machine

Equinox VS 400 smoke machine. Thanks W D Ross, Thurso

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Surf or Sup lesson New Wave surf school

Surf or SUP lesson at New Wave Surf School, Lossiemouth

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Child surf lesson with Coast to Coast

Child surf lesson with Coast to Coast Surf School, Belhaven Surf Centre.

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North coast watersports surf lesson

Surf lesson with North Coast Watersports at Dunnet beach, Caithness

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Ecoliving washing up gift pack

Washing up gift pack from Ecoliving. Thanks Lossiemouth Re:store

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1 night stay at Halladale Inn, Melvich

1 nights stay in Clansman Pod at Halladale Inn, Melvich. Sleeps up to 3. Thanks Halladale Inn .RRp £60

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Signed ‘Surfing Scotland’ book

Surging Scotland by Andy Bennett’s and Malcolm Finlay. Book signed by both with a personal message to the buyer. Surfing Scotland begins by delving into the geographical and cultural factors that set Scottish surfers apart in the increasingly homogenised international surfing scene and goes on to capture the development of surfing in Scotland since the 1960s, covering aspects such as organisation, competition, and business. And the journey con…

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Adult surf lesson with Coast to Coast

Adult surf lesson with Coast to Coast Surf School, Belhaven Surf Centre

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Lockett Bros Tasting Voucher

£50 tasting voucher for Lockett Bros tasting bar and shop. North Berwick.

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finisterre robbie

Blue Finisterre Robbie

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WhaSup surfboard bag 6’10”

Custom made surfboard bag from WhaSup- blue and yellow. 6’10”

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WhaSup surfboard bag 6’10”

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Nike Air Zoom Pegasus 38 Tokyo size 10

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Billy Brock plus van for a day - Caithness area

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Fat Face handbag

Lovely brown leather handbag - thanks to Fat Face in Aviemore. Mia multifunctional. RRP £89

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Wolfburn Whisky no 177

Wolfburn Whisky no. 177. Thank you West End Store Portskerra/ Melvich

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2 night stay in lovely apartment Fisherman's Cove

2 night stay in lovely apartment 23A Fisherman's Cove, Scottish Borders. Sleeps up to 4 guests, 2 bedrooms. Must be used by 1st March 2024

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Kids xcel Icon wetsuit

Kids xcel Icon 5/3 mm wetsuit. Back zip. Any kids size available

£100 or more

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Dewalt laser level

Dewalt laser level DW082K. Thanks W D Ross Thurso

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3 nights at Sandend campsite with electric hook up

3 nights at Sandend campsite with electric hook up. Ideal for the Sandend junior series comp!!

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KOSA YOGA session for 8 people.

Restorative Yoga Class from Diane at KOSA YOGA, Dunbar. *90 minute relaxing and restorative yoga class for 8 people (age 18+) *Suitable for absolute beginners and students with more experience *Led by Certified Iyengar Yoga Teacher Diane Christopherson *Held at Belhaven Surf Centre, Dunbar *All equipment provided but you are welcome to bring own mat. *Herbal teas and cakes available after. *Valid until March 2024.

£125 or more

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2 months personal training and nutrition plan

KM Fitness, 2 months personal training and Nutrition plan. Based in Thurso but can provide online personal plan and weekly support sessions. Usually £200 so a bargain! Thanks KM Fitness

£150 or more

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Round of golf at North Berwick West Links

Round of golf for up to 3 people on the world famous North Berwick West Links championship course as a 4 ball hosted by Iain Pugh. Valued at £600

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