WEAVE, Inc

In 2018, as a 9-month novice rower I took on the challenge of the Petaluma river marathon in a single scull to raise money for WEAVE. It was one of the most painful experiences of my life (recently surpassed by wisdom tooth removal!) but I did it.

The next year I had a wingman/partner in crazy and Rob and I completed the marathon in a double scull. Last year was cancelled, so this year I'm baaaaack for more! Returning in a single scull (miss you Rob!), I am back for a rematch! Now that I can (sort of) row in a straight line and (sort of) row more efficiently, I'm hoping I'll put up more of a fight technique and fitness-wise!

Knowing that I am rowing for WEAVE (I am on the board of this fantastic non-profit, more below) really keeps me going each and every stroke on that long, winding and lonely river.

More information about WEAVE, Inc: We believe in the power and potential of every human. We support and empower survivors to make their own decisions and determine the options that work best for them. We honor the resiliency of those who have endured unimaginable trauma and their strength to move forward.

***UPDATE: I DID IT! EXTREME CRAMP, BLISTERS AND SUNBURN BUT I CROSSED THE LINE IN WHAT FELT LIKE ALL DAY! THERE IS STILL TIME - PLEASE SPONSOR ME IF YOU CAN! IT MAKES A DIFFERENCE - THANK YOU!!***

I am rowing a marathon for WEAVE! I have only been rowing for about nine months and have ended up in the Sacramento River due to poor technique many times, including in freezing January temperatures!

This will be a very tough test both physically, technically and mentally; endurance alone will not be enough over 26.2 miles / 42,195 m. I will be rowing in a flatwater racing single, a boat that only weighs around 40 lbs / 18 kilos and is extremely "tippy".

Why am I doing this? Not only to push myself beyond what I believe are my own limits, but to raise money and awareness for a fantastic and extremely important charity that I have worked extensively with in the past. Knowing that I've raised a bit of money and it's for a good cause will help me get through it.

The marathon will be on the Petaluma River, CA and is on September 2nd, 2018. More details here: https://www.regattacentral.com/regatta/?job_id=5894&org_id=266

Please sponsor me and wish me luck!

About WEAVE

WEAVE is the primary provider of crisis intervention services for survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault in Sacramento County. Through a multi-disciplinary effort with Sacramento County, law enforcement, the Commercially Sexually Exploited Children Court, Child Protective Services, and the District Attorney’s Office, WEAVE also provides 24/7 response, outreach and services for victims of sex trafficking.

It is WEAVE’s mission to build a community that does not tolerate sexual assault, domestic violence and sex trafficking and provides survivors with the support they need to be safe and thrive. WEAVE’s vision is a community free of violence and abuse.

At WEAVE we believe that crisis intervention services are only part of the solution. Prevention and Education are critical in improving how our community responds to violence. WEAVE is committed to breaking the cycle of violence by educating the community to better understand the issues of domestic violence and sexual assault.

WEAVE is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. Donations to WEAVE are tax deductible to the extent allowed by law. Our Tax ID # is 94-2493158.