Join Earthwatch at Cowes Week 2009Cowes Week (1 to 8 August 2009) is the world's premier sailing regatta, with an exciting racing schedule and many on-shore activities, including specialist shopping, live music, and a superb choice of cuisine.

Earthwatch supporters, Bill Holt and Mark Styles - two experienced sailors raising money for Earthwatch through their participation in the 2009 Rolex Fastnet Race - invite you to join them alongside Earthwatch ambassador and BBC television presenter Paul Rose for the Friday of Cowes Week, 7 August.

Enjoy a one-hour morning sail (conditions permitting) aboard the Polar Bear, followed by drinks and canapés on board in the afternoon, and a fabulous fireworks show at night. A minimum donation of £150 per person is requested in support of Earthwatch's Oceans Appeal.

Space is limited to 12 people on a first-come, first-served basis. Please contact Director of Development Michael Triff on 01865 318836 or mtriff@earthwatch.org.uk.

• To raise awareness of our Oceans Appeal, Earthwatch ambassador Paul Rose is preparing to take to the waves for the Fastnet Race in August. Read more about why Paul is supporting Earthwatch and how he is preparing for the challenge.