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CLOCKTOWER FOUNDATION

CLOCKTOWER FOUNDATION

The Clocktower Foundation mission is to support and improve the prospects of all members of our regimental family who are in need. It aims to advance the livelihood of all current and former serving personnel and to give support to initiatives which add to community cohesion.
CHILDREN IN NEED

CHILDREN IN NEED

The pandemic had a big impact on their lives, many children and young people missed out on school and social activities which has affected their mental health. Now the cost of living crisis is making things even more difficult. Many children and young people are missing out on the basics and experiencing increased pressure, worry and uncertainty.
MS SOCIETY

MS SOCIETY

Over 130,000 people live with multiple sclerosis in the UK. It’s different and unpredictable for everyone, making it hard to know how it’ll progress. To stop MS, they need to find ways to repair myelin, the protective coating around nerves, damaged in MS. To do this, they need to connect research from the lab right through to the clinic.
THE ALNWICK GARDEN

THE ALNWICK GARDEN

The Vision and Mission Statement - The Alnwick Garden cultivates communities and raises aspirations in a place of beauty. Fearlessly inspiring and connecting people in an inclusive garden environment that creates learning opportunities and enriches lives.

To inspire and educate a generational shift in resilience ~
One explorer, one documentary, one ocean at a time.

BLOGS & NEWS

Keep up with Annasleys preparations and training

Exploring the Wonders of the Ocean

Join Annasley Park as she embarks on her own exploration of rowing across the Atlantic Ocean. The winning story will be put on her website, carried with her on her journey and read out via voice note as a shoutout as she crosses. Not only this, but the winner will also receive an Ocean Survivoar mug and T-shirt as well as being able to meet her and True Blue post row. Runner up and 3rd place will also receive some Ocean Survivoar Challenge souvenirs.

EPRIBs and PLBs

When it comes to ocean rowing, having reliable emergency communication devices on board is absolutely crucial. Let me tell you about two key pieces of equipment that have been lifesavers in my own crossings: Emergency Position Indicating Radio Beacons (EPIRBs) and Personal Locator Beacons (PLBs). EPIRBs are designed to be your lifeline in life-threatening situations. If you’re ever in trouble, you can activate your EPIRB, and it will send a distress signal along with your boat’s location to search and rescue satellites.

Immersion suit

Having completed four Atlantic crossings, I understand firsthand the critical importance of safety at sea. One essential piece of safety equipment that I always emphasise is the immersion suit. These suits are designed to protect against the harsh conditions of the open ocean, offering thermal insulation and buoyancy that can be lifesaving in the event of an emergency.

BGAN system communications

Another essential piece of communication equipment for my solo ocean rowing crossing is the BGAN (Broadband Global Area Network) system. BGAN is a satellite-based communication technology that provides reliable, high-speed internet connectivity and voice communication anywhere in the world. This system uses a compact, portable terminal that connects to geostationary satellites, enabling me to access the internet, send emails, and make voice calls even in the middle of the ocean.