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Join Me on an Adventure for Good ⛵
Hello Friends,
If you’ve landed here, you’re likely a friend, a friend-of-a-friend, or someone curious about a wild and meaningful journey. Either way—welcome aboard.
I’m Rich, and I will be representing UNICEF to sail around the world—a 40,000-nautical-mile circumnavigation across some of the most unforgiving oceans on Earth. But this isn’t just about adrenaline or bucket lists. It’s a mission with purpose.
Starting June 20, 2025, I’ll be dedicating 13 months, full-time as a crew mate on the UNICEF Clipper boat to:
Support oceanic and climate research,
Champion youth outdoor engagement, and
Represent the life-changing work of UNICEF.
This is the biggest challenge and opportunity of my life—and I’m asking for your support.
Why I’m Doing This
I’ve spent my career working on the frontlines of impact—restoring ecosystems, protecting mountain gorilla habitats, advancing regenerative agriculture for small farms, and designing youth programs that reconnect young people with the natural world.
Now, I’m taking those values to the high seas—literally. This race is my chance to scale that work globally while pushing myself to the edge, physically and mentally. It’s a test of endurance, spirit, and purpose—and I’m diving in headfirst.
How You Can Help
This journey isn’t just physically and mentally demanding—it’s also logistically and financially intense. I’m fundraising to make this mission possible and need your help to cover the basics: training, gear, safety equipment, and essential travel.
Every contribution fuels a greater mission—one of courage, connection, inspiration, and global citizenship.
If you believe in the power of bold action, shared humanity, and doing good through movement, please consider donating today.
Stay Connected — Be Part of the Journey
This isn’t just my adventure—it’s ours.
I’ll be sharing updates from the ocean whenever I’m able to connect, giving you a window into the raw, real, and remarkable moments of life at sea. Follow along on Instagram at @floppyhairdude for stories, reflections, and snapshots from the frontlines of this mission.
For deeper insights, media features, impact updates, and ways to engage, head to www.yangwave.com—my digital logbook for this global voyage.
Whether you're cheering from afar, donating, sharing, or simply believing—you’re on this boat with me.
Let’s sail forward, together.
Thank you for being part of this. Let’s prove that joy, generosity, and action can change the world.
Please give boldly, share widely, and come aboard.
—Rich