Broddrick

Competent Crew looking for Offshore Miles

Hi,
I'm 34 y/o Aussie recently just moved back to Oz after 5 years working as a Paramedic in London.

In terms of my sailing experience - I have logged a few sea miles, having crewed a 43ft Cutter from NZ to Fiji and then across to New Caledonia back in 2016 - an experience I absolutely loved.
In 2019 I spent some months as crew for a lovely American couple on their HR53. We had planned a long off-shore passage to Tahiti however, due to some unforeseen boat issues we ended up staying in NZ and doing a bit of coastal cruising.
Aside from these larger time commitments, I have acted as crew in casual weekend two-man dinghy races on Sydney harbour and spent a week on a cutter-rigged ketch day-sailing and and coastal cruising in Cornwall, UK.

I hold Competent Crew, Day Skipper and Coastal Navigation qualifications, however I think it's important to highlight that my sailing over the last few years has been sporadic with huge breaks between trips and it may take me a little time to get up to speed again. That said I'm a keen learner and appreciate any opportunity to learn/gain experience. I would be very open to a familiarisation sail before committing to any longer passages. It's always nice to spend a few days together to make sure we're a good fit before heading offshore.

I'm seeking (and would be grateful for) any opportunity to crew, build miles and learn more about sailing.
In particular I would love to cross the Atlantic or act as crew on any longer crossings in order to increase my experience in off-shore sailing as this was an experience I loved in the Pacific. In terms of availability I am planning to leave my job in London in September 2024 and will have good availability after this time. My absolute dream would be crewing on an early East to West Atlantic Crossing over Oct/Nov time but of course, I am definitely open to other opportunities :)

I am happy to travel abroad to meet a vessel and don't mind where we go or how slow/fast the pace is. I am also prepared to contribute to running costs etc.

I feel I am a safety-orientated capable and practical person and I'm not afraid of hard work or getting my hands dirty etc.
I take direction easily, have a relaxed attitude and love to learn new skills - I tend to enjoy the 'special' challenges that sailing (especially offshore) can create. I don't smoke or do any drugs but will enjoy a cold beer at anchor.

I come with my own off-shore kit (foulies, spinlock PFD, boat shoes and boots) would love to hear from anyone that thinks they may have a space for me on board.

Cheers!
- Lauren

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