- 2025
- 2024
- 2023
- 2022
January
And finally 2025 was here. In January, the first instalment of the Race Entry Fee needed to be payed, our boat was in production, and physical training ramped up.
February
In Feb, we were able to try on our amazing GoofyPro merch. This allowed us to properly feel like a team, and we are so excited to share our clothing with our friends, family and partners! We also filmed a podcast with @leadingourownway and are so excited for it to come on in the coming months.
March
In March, our boat was complete which was such a big milestone! We also were able to get the incredible wrap put on so it looks the part! In addition to this, we put out invitations for our boat launch event in May.
January
In January, we visited HM Coastguard in Dover, to get shown around their headquarters and learn all about safety at sea. Whilst training, safety will be paramount to reduce the chances of us having to use their services, but knowing the work these people do to save lives at sea sure is reassuring!
February
February was a low point for the team, as unfortunately Matthew left. This, combined with the fact that we hadn’t secured any major partnership, left Anna and Rowan feeling massively deflated and unsure as to whether the row would be able to go ahead.
March
In March, balancing school, work and other commitments as well as the row began to take a big toll on the team, and Anna and Rowan’s friendship. Luckily, both were fully committed to the row, and so began to look for the light at the end of the tunnel. This was the hardest thing that had happened in our campaign, but with resilience, and a joint dream, we made it through.
April
April brought a new perspective to the team. Harry joined and added a sense of belief, something Anna and Rowan had almost run out of. During this month, we were also able to get out on the water as a team. It was very cold, but the ration packs we had for lunch kept us fuelled up for the row!
May
In May, Anna visited her local BNI (Business Network International). This allowed her to talk to around 40 business people from the area about the row and make some good contacts over breakfast. We were also invited to the East Anglian Maritime Awards. It was amazing to see the youth being recognised for so many different achievements.
June
June took us to London to Wellnergy 2024, thanks to our supporter Julia. We took an R45 to show off, and lucky we did. The weather was so bad, we almost had to row home! It was a great opportunity to practice networking and talking about our challenge.
July
In July, we were introduced to Gill Ashcroft, and you’ll find out more about this later (see September). Time was running out and we still hadn’t secured a main partner… The clock sure was ticking.
August
August was busy behind the scenes, meeting with possible partners and constantly developing relationships. We reached out to companies daily, hoping that there would be someone that believed in us.
September
September once again took us around the country, this time to Hertfordshire for IdeasFest 2024. We were able to go on stage twice to talk about our row! As well as this, the boat payment had been finalised!! This would not have been possible without the incredible generosity of our wonderful headline partner, Gill Ashcroft.
October
October came around, and it sure was busy. Anna had cadet events every weekend, and even managed to go gliding! Rowan took part in the Carnival as part of the RNLI, in both the 999 races and the parade. Harry was possibly the busiest this month as he was straight onto his mandatory courses with the brilliant Dawn Smith. We were even able to make it onto national television to talk about our challenge!
November
In November, it was calls galore! We started designing our boat with the incredibly talented Justin Eagleton, and got to see our first peek at our clothing merch thanks to the brilliant Ben from GoofyPro. We also met Simon Squibb, which was a great way to boost our social media presence (over 2 million views)!
December
Finally, December came round and we travelled to Liverpool to be part of the Combined Care Consortium. Whilst there, we were able to catch up with our partners, including United Wolf Productions, who helped us sort a media plan for the new year.
February
Then we blinked and it was 2023, one year closer to the race. In February, we were nominated for the ‘Pride of Burnham’ award at the Bingham on Crouch Annual Town Awards. This was a great opportunity to meet some incredible people from the community.
March
In March, Rowan and Anna got signed off for all the mandatory courses needed for the row thanks to our amazing partner, Dawn Wood, from Aurora Sea School.
June
In June, we were invited to the GB Row boat launch in London. We attended as Air Cadet Cadet Influencers, cheering on an honorary RAFAC ambassador.
July
In July, we attended the Royal International Air Tattoo at RAF Fairford. This was a great opportunity to showcase the boat and meet some amazing people, including HRH Princess of Wales.
October
During the year, we kept in touch with our Charity Partner, Teenage Cancer Trust. This mainly consisted of teams calls where we could catch up and discuss ideas for engagement.
December
In December, Anna and Rowan went to La Gomera, to see the race start of the 2023 fleet. The atmosphere was incredible, and gave Anna and Rowan a chance to experience what it will be like in 2 years time.
March
The story starts in March, when Anna and Rowan were coming back from Air Cadets. Anna’s Dad’s boat was outside the house, and Rowan was curious. After many questions, Rowan said ‘I reckon we could do that”, and Anna replied, ‘yeh I think we could’. And so, the Three Flying Fish was born!
April
In April, we made our first Instagram post and officially announced our team to the world.
May
In May, we continued our training, going on runs and cycles to maintain our physical fitness.
June
In June, we went for our first (coastal) row with the Burnham Coastal Rowing Club. This was so much fun and was the first time we were able to get on the water as a team.
July
In July, we became an official team in the Worlds Toughest Row – Atlantic, 2025. There was no turning back now.
August
In August, we won a costal rowing race as part of Burnham Week.
December
In December, we met up to do ParkRun on Christmas Day!
We will succeed
We have completed 75% of our journey
Over halfway there! We're ready to battle waves, fatigue, and the elements, but our determination remains stronger than ever. Every stroke brings us closer to making history.
Reaching the 75% mark is more than a milestone—it’s proof of our perseverance. With the hardest part behind us, we push forward, fueled by ambition and the dream of crossing the finish line.
Getting to the Start Line
All our hard work will lead to one goal. Getting to the start line in La Gomera.
From the first stroke to the final mile, every challenge led us here. It is not just about the record it’s about the passion, dedication, and the people who made this journey unforgettable.
