There's been some beautiful conditions for the previous three fixtures in the Hampshire Cross Country League, but Saturday didn't look promising as the Island contingent met in gale-force conditions.
A man with strong links with the Isle of Wight is planning to take part in the London Marathon to raise funds for the £1-million Cowes RNLI lifeboat station appeal.
Teachers, therapists and other staff from St Catherine's will trek clockwise around the Island this weekend, whilst another staff member will be going in the opposite direction on an ultra version of the challenge