In December 2009, Anne Miltenberger, Lauren Greenspon, Erika Kercher and Ashley Thrasher plan on making history when they lineup for the Woodvale Atlantic Rowing Race 2009, becoming the only American Women's Fours team ever to row an ocean boat across the Atlantic.

The 2009 Race will consist of a fleet of  roughly 10-20 nearly identical 29 foot ocean rowing vessels, each consisting of a team of two-four rowers.

In between the two islands lies the ultimate mental and physical test: a chance to prove oneself against not only the challenges of the ocean, but against the tempests in one’s own mind pushing the human spirit to the limit.

Along the way, the competitors will encounter storms, sharks, giant waves, mental fatigue, physical stresses, and a challenge virtually unrivaled in the sport of rowing. With their success, they push the boundaries of existence and prove that with hard work, perseverance, and teamwork, anything is possible.  But perhaps more importantly, this team hopes to bring attention and focus to the increasing challenges facing our world's oceans and how each of us can help.