Single-handed circumnavigation of the Arctic Circle by Ella Hibbert

is the subject of the 2025 annual RIN SCG/Little Ship Club Joint Hybrid Meeting.

In the summer of 2025, Ella is going to be attempting the first ever single-handed circumnavigation of the Arctic circle, which will see her complete both the North-West and North-East Passages. Ella aims to raise awareness of Arctic sea ice decline and climate change within the Arctic circle - showcasing and documenting it as she goes. Ella’s talk will discuss how the idea came to fruition, what the journey of preparation and planning has been like so far, training sails to the Arctic, and challenges to be expected en route during this intrepid adventure, which is endorsed by the Scientific Exploration Society, and will include undertaking microplastics surveying and seabed depth

Ella Hibbert is a 27 year old RYA Yachtmaster Instructor. Raised between England and France, Ella has always been passionate about the ocean and is also a PADI Divemaster.

IN PERSON EVENT

There is no charge for RIN and LSC members to attend the actual talk and prior booking is not required for this. Members should ring the bell and sign in at the front desk on arrival. Dress code for the talk is Smart Casual (no jeans or trainers allowed). The bar opens at 1830.

Supper tickets need to be booked in advance online via the LSC website. RIN Members are able to take advantage of the discounted members’ supper ticket, if booked in advance of the LSC cut-off date. Booking for this goes live about 6 weeks prior to the event.

ONLINE EVENT

RIN members wishing to join online should use the link, which will be circulated by email a week or so before the talk in January 2025