Record-Breaking Sea Kayak Journey Around Ireland

A few months back, we were contacted with news of an amazing man in Ireland who was going to attempt to break a world record- so we jumped at the chance to do our part in supporting him on his amazing journey.

Today, June 4^th, Adventurer Mike Jones of Cobh, Co Cork, Ireland, is setting off in his 18-foot long sea kayak in an attempt to paddle around the entire country of Ireland in a mere 35 days, hoping to not only break the current world record in the process but also raise €10,000, (which equals about $12,000,) Children’s Sunshine home and Laura Lynn house- both organizations that care for children with life-limiting conditions.

We were lucky enough to be able to send Mike one of our favorite toys for his adventure- an HZO Protected iPod Nano to keep him company while he paddled. He was excited to test it with a few barrel rolls in his kayak and test whatever the Atlantic Ocean and the North Sea could dish out.

Mike will have a tracking beacon on his kayak, so hopefully, we will receive updates on his progress as his journey progresses. We wish him luck and will keep you posted on his progress!