NEW BOAT FUNDRAISER

WELLINGTON RESCUE NEW BOAT - THE ALYSHA-T

ALYSHA-T

Recently, Wellington Auxiliary Rescue Association acquired a new boat, used but new to us. The boat was acquired after an extensive search by a Boat Committee made up of members of WARA, knowledgeable in local and Ontario boat markets and familiar with the requirements necessary for Search and Rescue missions in the weather and sea conditions we would face in our operational area. The 38 foot, steel hulled vessel, designed by Wray Brown and built in 1998, was moved to its new home in The County. The boat is well equipped and is powered by a 270 HP diesel motor.

With its large deck area, cabin and storage compartments, the vessel will be safer and drier for crews in inclement weather. It will also be better suited to working and training with 424 Search and Rescue helicopters and Hercules aircraft. But, that’s in the future. At present, there is a lot of work to be done over the next two years to get the boat ready for inspection and certification as a rescue vessel by the Canadian Coast Guard.

To fund the required refurbishment and to acquire new equipment and upgrades, WARA is embarking on a major fund raising effort. To help in this regard, the Boat Committee has prepared a list of items needed. Some should be acquired quickly, some can wait. WARA intends to apply for grants for some of the more expensive items. However, anyone can help by making a contribution either to general revenue or in respect of a specific item.

Preliminary estimates of costs have been prepared. The immediate requirement costs include taxes and are based on inquiries made by WARA.

Immediate needs and costs are as follows:

• Move and install the engine $1,130.00
• Marine and anti-fouling paints and equipment $1,200.00
• Insulation for engine compartment/cabin $1,000.00
• Crane $450.00
• Heavy duty sea filter $250.00
• Anchor and chain $500.00
• Davits $ TBA.

Items currently acquired or installed:

• Move the boat to The County $1,130.00 
• New Propeller $2,500.00
• Steel tubing for rails, etc. $500.00
• Bow thruster $3,000.00

 Before going into service the vessel will also need:

• A RIB (rigid-hulled inflatable​ boat) for shallow water operations $17,000 to $26,000 
• Communication and navigation electronics $5,000 to $15,000 

WARA has and will apply to additional government funding agencies for grants and/or contributions. We have also thank all those that have made personal donations to this project. 

Our list will be updated as time and work progresses.

How can you help?

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All donations of $25 or over will receive a Tax Receipt for the full amount.

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