Roz Savage has already rowed the Atlantic and is now most of the way across the Pacific. Why is she doing it? To create awareness about the pollution of our oceans, one painful oar stroke at a time. You can read more here.
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Wow, that's one gutsy and determined gal! Thanks for the link.
Posted by: Dennis @ Marine Electronics | May 03, 2010 at 09:47 AM
Very nice of you to include this.
Wish it would be displayed for our children in schools and to adults...say during primetime tv viewing.
Great story and even better cause.
Three cheers for Roz!
Posted by: Eric | May 04, 2010 at 01:36 PM