![]() ![]() Not content with just taking on this huge challenge, McIntyre and the crew were also attempting to raise over $250,000 for The Sheffield Institute Foundation for Motor Neurone Disease (SIF), which is building the world’s first research Institute into Motor Neurone Disease (MND), Parkinson’s and Alzheimer’s. In the end he stayed, and the four crew made it to the end together. The final crew member, experienced English sailor, David Wilkinson, found the going tough, and at one stage during the journey thought of pulling out when they reached the next island. Dave Pryce is an adventurer of some note, and was a stalwart of the crew. With less than a week’s notice, and no prior sailing experience. When teenage solo sailor Mike Perham pulled out shortly before the start, a competition was held for a replacement. The crew even faced the same deprivations which included no navigation charts, two weeks of water hardly any food and no luxuries like a torch and toilet paper! If you would like us to suggest an itinerary or help design your experience, just let us know the places you would like to visit and we’ll do the rest.The four man crew who have undertaken one of the greatest open boat voyages in history, embarked on the seven week expedition, which set sail on the 9th April 2010, aboard a 25ft long, 7ft wide, open wooden vessel, have followed the original journey across the Pacific from Tonga to Timor. Sail into the incredible Royal William Yard and enjoy the much loved bars, shops and alfresco restaurants. Watch the sunset over Mount Edgecumbe with a little glass of something to share the special moment.Ī wonderful two-hour tour departing from Mount Batten that includes sailing around Drake’s Island.Ī tailored tour visiting the unique heritage assets of Plymouth Sound, including Forts and the Breakwater. Join us on a micro-adventure in Bounty that includes a wild swim or a chance to stand up paddleboard. The River Lyhner joins the Tamar at Saltash and is part of the Tamar Valley Area of Outstanding Beauty.īOUNTY SAIL, SWIM OR PADDLEBOARD (2-4 HOURS) The River Tamar flows into Plymouth Sound and is part of the Tamar Valley Area of Outstanding Beauty.ĮXPLORE THE RIVER LYHNER UNDER SAIL (6 HOURS) Take a look at our experiences online and don’t hesitate to call us to discuss your next adventure.Ģ4 hours in Plymouth’s National Marine Park to find food, make fire and build a shelter to survive the night.ĮXPLORE THE TAMAR VALLEY UNDER SAIL (6 HOURS) ![]() ![]() Bounty is MCA coded for up to eight passengers and if weather conditions allow we can venture beyond Plymouth Sound to explore the Rivers Tamar and Lynher. We tailor every experience and aim to offer something for the whole family. Plymouth is home to some remarkable heritage assets including Europe’s largest Naval Base, Devonport Royal Dockyard and the incredible Royal William Yard, formerly the Royal Navy’s victualling yard. The Bounty Project offers unique heritage experiences and tours in Plymouth Sound National Marine Park from our Centre at Mount Batten. Conrad acquired the boat and launched the Bounty Project in 2017 with a focus on creating “living history” experiences within Plymouth Sound. Professional yachtsman Conrad Humphreys skippered “Bounty” in the televised recreation of Lieutenant Bligh’s incredible open boat voyage, Mutiny for Channel 4.
0 Comments
Leave a Reply. |
AuthorWrite something about yourself. No need to be fancy, just an overview. ArchivesCategories |