Walk the course with Thames21

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Boat Race fever begins on the banks this weekend

Join environmental charity Thames21 and a host of guest speakers on a guided walk along the historic route of The Boat Race between Putney and Mortlake.

As official charity for The Boat Race 2006, Thames21 have organised a Walk the Course event exploring the north bank of the course on Saturday 18th March, and the south bank on Sunday 19th March. Guest speakers will be on hand to share their knowledge of this historically rich stretch of river and the thrilling annual battle between the Oxford and Cambridge blues that captivates audiences worldwide.

Local River Programmes Coordinator Nerida Matulick said “One of Thames21’s missions is to create lots of opportunities for people to discover their local stretch of river. This walk will appeal to boat race aficionados, local residents, history buffs, wildlife lovers or simply those who would like to spend a few hours exploring this very special stretch of the Thames in the company of experts”

Thames21 works to bring London’s rivers and canals to life and its work includes regular riverside clean ups, creating new habitats for wildlife, and a supporting a network of Canalkeeper and Riverkeepers Volunteers who act as environmental wardens.

Guest speakers include:

• Roger Weston – Chairman, Bishops Park Coordinating Group
• Kathleen Healy – Development Manager, Friends of Dukes Meadows
• Howard Jacobs – London Representative for Oxford and Cambridge boat clubs and member of the 1973 Cambridge winning crew
• Irena Arambasic– Head of Education, London Wetland Centre (TBC)
• Veronica Schroter – Leg of Mutton Reservoir

 

March 8, 2006