In 2006, Katie, then 18, completed her first solo challenge, a single-handed circumnavigation of the United Kingdom in a 21ft Corribee, and raised over £10,000 for the Ellen MacArthur Trust.

It was a momentous achievement, and was recognised by the sailing world when Katie was awarded the prestigious YJA Raymarine Young Sailor of the Year Award 2006 at the London Boat Show, in recognition of her determination, courage and seamanship.

• £10,000 raised for charity
• 2000 miles
• 60 ports
• 3 months
• 1 life changing experience

The next challenge that Katie has set herself is to compete in the 2009 OSTAR single-handed transatlantic race. Made famous by the likes of Sir Francis Chichester and legendary French sailor Eric Tabarly, the
OSTAR is run every 4 years. The race starts in Plymouth on May 25th 2009 with up to 50 boats heading 3000 miles across the North Atlantic to Newport, Rhode Island. Depending on the weather, Katie will arrive in the US in around 20 days.

Modern communications technology will allow the press and public to watch the race as it unfolds, guaranteeing media coverage in the specialist sailing and national press. The boats will be at the race village in Plymouth for the week leading up to the start, giving ample
media & corporate opportunities to sponsors. Katie is currently the youngest and only female competitor confirmed for the 2009 OSTAR.

Endorsement:

“The world is really her oyster and if she keeps progressing at
the rate she is then the possibilities are endless, Katie is incredibly talented. She is very focused and can pull out all the stops when she sets her mind to it” ( Dame Ellen MacArthur )

2008 ~ 2009 Preparations for the OSTAR:

In preparation for the 2009 OSTAR Katie will be competing in a number of high profile events in 2008 as well as undertaking a rigorous training programme with some of the top names in British sailing.

A mixture of crewed, double-handed and solo racing in the Royal Ocean Racing Club, Royal Southampton Yacht Club and Petit Bateau race series will provide an ideal training ground for Katie as well as providing regular media exposure in the sailing press throughout the year. In addition to the single and double handed sailing, Katie will also be racing with a full crew at the world famous Skandia Cowes Week.

2008

• Royal Southampton Double-handed series
• Royal Ocean Racing Club Races
• Petit Bateau Single-handed series
• Petit Bateau 1000 mile Single-handed race
• Skandia Cowes Week
• Hamble Winter Series
  

2009

• Warsash Spring Series
• Royal Southampton Double-handed series
• Royal Ocean Racing Club Races
• Petit Bateau Single-handed series
• OSTAR single-handed transatlantic
• Cowes Week
• Rolex Fastnet Race
• Hamble Winter Series

Sustainability and the Environment

Sailing has, for centuries, harnessed the power of the wind to enable mankind to discover new continents, establish international trade routes and in more recent years to sail for pleasure and sport. This provides a synergy with the current trend towards renewable energy sources.

Sailing is unique in pitting man and machine together against the elements and over vast distances without using an energy source that damages the environment.

Katie's commitment to the environment is :

The boat will be delivered to and from race events by sailing, thereby minimising our environmental impact.
Any unavoidable activities, such as travel, the use of a support boat etc will be offset using a reputable agency.
It is our intention that this project is carbon neutral throughout the next 2 years.

Anyone interested in supporting Katies Campaign should contact dgreen@3greenlights.com