Solo Kayaker to Circumnavigate Georgian Bay
GBLT Paddle For The Bay Expedition hopes to raise $5000
Kayaker, Patrick Stark, will begin his journey circumnavigating Georgian Bay raising awareness for the archipelago in Georgian Bay, as well as, money for the Georgian Bay Land Trust (GBLT) on July 1st, 2008.
Working as an Industrial Designer nine to five, he is taking the summer off raising awareness about the natural and cultural features of Georgian Bay. He hopes to raise $5 for every kilometre he paddles during his 1000 kilometre, 40 day expedition for a total of $5000 in support of the efforts of the GBLT.
Stark hopes to aide in the preservation of the wilderness areas of Georgian Bay “for future generations”, he has been visiting the Carling community for the past 30 years and has “seen the increased development of properties on the Bay.”
In 2004, the eastern coast of Georgian Bay was designated a UNESCO World Biosphere Reserve. The GBLT works with many partners to help protect the ecology of the area which includes a variety of reptile and amphibian species. GBLT acquires land for conservation to maintain the habitats for these populations and other natural habitats, to flourish.
For further information, donations and inquiries please contact Wendy Cooper, Executive Director of the GBLT at info@gblt.org, 416-440-1519 or visit www.gblt.org
