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Lightship Skua, promoting renewaible energy

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For the last five years one of Ireland's last historic Lightships the Skua has sat on the north pier of Arklow harbour rotting. not only does this have a giant impact on our environment, it is such a huge shame to see such a majestic ship end her days this way.This ship has saved many lives during its service to the Irish commissioners of lights as it guided thousands of sailors safely back to their home shores.Blue Planet Charity was born out of a desire to take a positive active role in…See More
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Funding appeal

For the last five years one of Ireland's last historic Lightships the Skua has sat on the north pier of Arklow harbour rotting. not only does this have a giant impact on our environment, it is such a huge shame to see such a majestic ship end her days this way.

This ship has saved…

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Posted by Ken on February 8, 2010 at 8:30pm

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Finding your Passion

I was blessed

when a seed was planted in my mind, which I gave my Attention to

It became an idea, which I applied my Faith to

It became a dream , which I gave my Passion to.

It became my reality, which I gave my Thanks for

Guard your thought’s, control your mind, and the world is yours

and all that is in it.



Ken O Byrne http://blueplanetchatity.ning.com/





I have rustled for some time with… Continue

Posted by Ken on February 3, 2010 at 2:30pm — 1 Comment

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Official Status

What a great start to the new year, received news today 12/10/2010
Blue Planet Charity has received official status from the office of revenue commissioners.
Charity registration No.

Posted by Ken on January 12, 2010 at 12:00pm

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First Contact

First contact with owner of light ship Skua went well, the owner who wishes to remain nameless for the present is open to selling the Skua and is supportive of the over all project. He has agreed to allow us a twelve month period to raise funds to secure the Skua.

This been the case. Blue planet charity has applied to become a registered charity and will start fund raising as soon as possible.







I will also be putting up for sale some items of my own in the hope of… Continue

Posted by Ken on December 9, 2009 at 1:00am

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must see

Posted by Ken on December 9, 2009 at 12:11am

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Lightship Skua History

http://www.feuerschiffseite.de/SCHIFFE/IRLAND/skua/skuagb.htm

Many thanks to http://www.cil.ie/



Ships history and the men who built her



BEAM Magazine No. 29

George Philip and Son Ltd, Shipbuilders and the Commissioners of Irish Lights

by Derek Blackhurst

GEORGE PHILIP settled in Dartmouth in 1854 and obtained employment as a foreman shipwright… Continue

Posted by Ken on September 14, 2009 at 5:00pm

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newespaper article south east times

For the last five years, one of Ireland's last lightships, the Skua, has sat on the north pier of Arklow Harbour rotting. Not only does this have a giant impact on our environment, it is also a huge shame to see such a majestic ship end her days this way.

This ship has saved many lives as it guided hundreds of sailors safely back to their home shores, but now, owned by a development/construction company, it sits and waits.



Ken O' Byrne has seen enough of this waste and has… Continue

Posted by Ken on September 11, 2009 at 6:00pm

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Hi, Welcome to this site dedicated to saving the lightship skua and turning her into a beautiful tall ship, capable of travelling the World and helping the needy, Hopefully you have found your way…

Hi,

Welcome to this site dedicated to saving the lightship skua and turning her into a beautiful tall ship,

capable of travelling the World and helping the needy,

Hopefully you have found your way here after reading a flier and are willing to dedicate your time and energy to this worthy project

PLEASE leave a message telling us about your self and how you think you might be of service what skills you possess, or maybe we can teach you some new skills.

THIS forum is to… Continue

Posted by Ken on September 10, 2009 at 10:14pm

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