Piecing the Puzzle Together
Further research on Small led authorities to articles which talked about his plans for building a solar-powered boat. But his idea was not limited to the construction of the boat. Reportedly, he wanted to travel in it too. If this was the boat he was talking about then where was HE?
Going Beyond
Rick Small did not just plan to travel along the Canadian coastline. He wanted to sail across the Atlantic to test his solar creation. At that time he could not have known the depth of his own determination and what it was going to lead too. Something bigger was in the store for him.
Where There’s A Will
So Small started working to build a boat powered by solar energy. He bought items from local places that he would have required to build his dream boat. His plan was to use lumber and polystyrene, a plastic that is hard and clear. All this information cleared up a lot, now the question remained where was Small and why did he write that message.
The Voyage
For a person who had no previous experience in boat making, Rick Small did a pretty good job. After getting all the items needed and all the elements right, he managed to build a 20 feet long functioning boat, which not to mention was eccentric looking. He had all he needed to get started on his voyage.
Getting Ready
With everything, ready Rick was prepared for his journey across the Atlantic Ocean. Before actually going ahead he thought it would be better to inform the coast guard about his journey but he did not get a very positive reaction. According to the coast guard, the vessel was not competent to make such a long sea journey.
The Doubt
Thinking that coast guard might actually have a point Rick Small started having doubts and thought that his idea of sailing across the Atlantic Ocean might not be a wise one after all. So he decided not to go. But if this is true then how did the boat land up in Ireland in the first place?