$16,000 raised for Autism Charity ‘Ocean Heroes’ in 228km paddle

by Lauren Barely | Dec 12, 2017 | autism, charity, Competition, Michael Booth, Ocean Paddling Event, Ocean Racing, paddle, SUP

Aussie Champion Michael Booth, along with mates; Luke Hallam, Cameron McKay and Alex Fossilo completed a 230km SUP journey like no other on Saturday, raising close to $16,000 for the charity Ocean Heroes and spreading awareness for ‘Autism’.

Booth and the team began their paddle from Dunsborough to Perth to spread autism awareness, spending a total of 28 hours on the water over five consecutive days.

“I have always valued being involved and working closely with charity’s. When Luke asked me to join in the ‘Paddle 4 Ocean Heroes’ a few months back, I really wanted to get involved” said Booth.

Ocean Heroes is a Charity that helps Autistic children get the opportunity to go surfing. 

PADDLE 4 OCEAN HEROES

by Lauren Barely | Dec 4, 2017 | autism, charity, Competition, Michael Booth, Ocean Paddling Event, Ocean Racing, paddle, SUP

Michael Booth will begin a 230km charity paddle on Monday 4th December from Dunsborough to Perth, Western Australia to raise funds and awareness for autism.

Booth along with five of Australia’s best SUP paddlers will begin their weeklong journey early tomorrow morning, supporting Ocean Heroes.

Aiming to enhance the lives of those living with autism through surfing, Booth along with Luke Hallam, Cameron Mckay, Lincoln Dews and Alex Fossilo will support Ocean Heroes charity and paddle for those who can’t.