Day 19, Gravely Beach to Launceston
Keen to catch the tides we rushed to Gravely Beach and eagerly set off into what was meant to be an incoming tide, but unfortunately we didn't allow for how long it takes to get up the river, and so for the first hour we paddled against an outgoing tide.
As we paddled numerous vineyards and beautiful riverside homes, we were relieved to find that the tide had become to assist us in our quest to paddle up the river. This was a relief as we were concerned that we might miss our media call!
Today we had arranged to paddle into Launceston with Chris Duffy (of Kayak Jack fame). Chris had kindly volunteered to help us raise awareness while in Launceston (his hometown). Chris paddled down from Launceston meeting us about 10km from the finish, we enjoyed a 20min paddle chatting about all kinds of things.
Awaiting us at Royal Park was a crowd of onlookers and media. We were delighted to finally catch up with Amanda Lucas, from Southern Cross TV, who had been chasing us from St Helens. We each had a good interview with Amanda as well as Charles having a interview with the Mercury. Hope you all caught the interview on TV?
A special thanks to all the people walking past us royal park today, you were very generous with your donations.
IF YOU ARE IN LAUNCESTON TOMORROW COME AND SEE US IN THE MALL!
Setting off from Gravely Beach
Chris Duffy and Charles paddling into finish at Royal Park.
Our picture taken for the Mercury.
