Chief Volunteer Officer's Welcome

Don Downer, Chief Volunteer Officer

Hello and welcome to the Maritime Volunteer Service website.

My name is Don Downer and I am the Chief Volunteer Officer of the MVS.

Please take the time to view our website and learn more about us, what we do and how you could join and take part in the exciting spare time activities we have to offer.

We welcome people from all walks of life, whether you have a nautical background or not and aim to:

  • Train people in nautical skills to recognised international standards.
  • Provide a support emergency service both afloat and ashore.
  • Help at maritime events around the country.
  • Stimulate the interest from all walks of life in maritime affairs.
  • Be an interesting and useful spare time activity that is fun and exciting.

We all have different reasons for wanting to be 'on the water' and I am no exception. My fascination with all things nautical started in childhood and continues to this day.

I hope you like the look of what we do and that you consider joining us.

Don Downer, Chief Volunteer Officer