Saltwater Cure

Ali Gripper

The Bay and the sea beyond is our partner in ‘simply messing about in boats’ – and there's no wonder why.  Swimming, snorkelling, sailing, cruising, paddle boarding, kayaking, fishing and simply being near salt water has been shown to lower cholesterol and blood pressure, boost immunity and – good news everyone -even slow the signs of ageing😊!

Saltwater Cure is a series of compelling stories about the healing power of the sea – whether it be a salve for mental health, a comfort for an autistic child, the start of a lifelong environmental passion or a path to building community and escaping loneliness.  Read it and share the experiences of people who have been transformed by the ocean, including author Tim Winton, surfer and blue-health advocate Layne Beachley, conservationist and underwater cinematographer Valerie Taylor, solo sailor Jessica Watson, First Nations scientist and dolphin-singer Chels Marshall, blind swimmer James Pittar, Swim Sisters founder Yusra Metwally and many others.  The sea is one of our great treasures– and it's where they, like us, feel most at home.  Saltwater Cure reminds us of nature's restorative power.

ISBN 9781761505317