Sea swimming for SGHT in memory of Bob Burton

I’m raising money in aid of South Georgia Heritage Trust (SGHT) in memory of a dear friend of the island, Bob (Robert) Burton who sadly died in January. In the spirit of polar exploration, my challenge is to undertake a cold water swim every day in March, to raise funds to support the remarkable work of SGHT in recording, preserving, and making available to all, South Georgia’s remarkable heritage.

 

Bob was a champion for South Georgia, passionate about every aspect of the sub-Antarctic island’s rich history. He held a particular interest in the preservation and promotion of the Stromness Whaling Station Manager’s Villa, where Ernest Shackleton, Frank Worsley and Tom Crean found help after their 36-hour traverse of the island to save the crew of the Endurance, stranded hundreds of miles away on Elephant Island.

 

Your donations will support SGHT’s planned work to secure the fabric and legacy of this iconic building, a cause close to Bob’s heart.

 

The South Georgia Heritage Trust aims to work with all who wish to preserve the island’s natural and historical heritage for future generations – to redress past damage to its environment, to protect its wildlife now and in the future, and to preserve the human heritage of the island. Further info on SGHT

 

Thank you so much in advance for your donation.