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English Channel Swimmer

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Swimming the English Channel has been Debbie’s goal for over 10 years now.

It was supposed to happen in July.  She was booked, the (massive) channel pilot fees were paid...  Then, as we all know, COVID came along and her swim was rescheduled for 2022!!  (The pilot holds her $$ until then!)

Even without a Channel attempt to motivate her, Debbie has continued to train, swimming many hours a day. 

We have created a new goal for this year - a circumnavigation of Bowen Island.  This swim is the same distance as the English Channel (about 35km).

To do this swim safely I will need to support Deb in a small motorized boat rather than the usual kayak. 

The financial goal here began as something to simply pay for the boat rental and gas purchase from Sewell’s Marina in Horseshoe Bay.  I’ve now been given the green light to open this up for more of her costs.

Initially, Deb wouldn’t let me fundraise for her channel swim - she saved and saved to afford it!  I just think that there are people out there that are inspired by what she is doing - I’m one of them!

Deb manages this on a teacher’s salary and I think she is deserving of support.  Hopefully you do too!

ALL funds will go toward Deb’s Channel Swim fees, training costs, and travel costs...  altogether thousands.)

There are a million worthy causes in the world, and we know that supporting a sporting goal is not a life or death matter...  but if Debbie’s dedication and hard work inspires you we appreciate you considering this.


Thank you!

Meyrick (the kayaker) for Deb (the swimmer)

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Donations 

  • Anonymous
    • $420
    • 2 yrs
  • Shannon Dalzell
    • $50
    • 4 yrs
  • Ray Norris
    • $50
    • 4 yrs
  • Renette Duthie
    • $100
    • 4 yrs
  • Trixie Cruz
    • $100
    • 4 yrs
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Organizer and beneficiary

Meyrick Jones
Organizer
West Vancouver, BC
Deborah Collingwood
Beneficiary

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