Founded in 2005, OAR Northwest connects with partners to reach its expedition and program goals, while propelling youth, community members and businesses to their own extraordinary achievement. The crew for its next two expeditions: Beijing Olympic Gold Medalist Adam Kreek; Guinness World Record holders and North Atlantic Rowing Race veterans Jordan Hanssen and Greg Spooner; national-level lightweight rower Richard Tarbill. Jordan and Greg rowed 3,200 nautical miles across the North Atlantic in 72 days from the USA to the UK without assistance. This Pacific Northwest-based 501(c)3 non-profit organization is currently raising awareness and funds for its 2012 expeditions – a circumnavigation of Vancouver Island and mid-Atlantic Ocean crossing. OAR Northwest proves that solid teams faced with extreme challenges can inspire excellence.