Woman with no nautical experience sailing around the world
- Wedding celebrant Zena Birch began a sailing voyage from St Lucia in January.
- A couple Zena helped marry invited the first-time sailor to join them.
- The 52ft boat, Pure Joy!, carries six people as part of the World ARC rally.
- Zena said she prepared by taking courses, stating, "To negate a few of my fears, to be prepared and to be a good and vital crew member, I spent the next 18 months on courses as and when I could."
- The 15-month expedition continues towards Australia, South Africa, and St Lucia by April 2026.
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Woman with no boating experience sails around world
"This adventure has been more than I could ever have imagined."
·Madison, United States
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