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SAILING HAS STARTED
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After a very mild and sunny March which was ideal for fitting out we are now into the sailing programme. and as you might expect the weather has changed. Storms, high winds or flat calms which all add to the rich tapestry which is dinghy sailing.
I have just heard that John Claridge is moving his business across the river to Haven Park on 1st April. So any bits you require from him for your scow fitting out should be obtained sooner rather than later. Click on the entry in left hand column for further details.
John Turner has come up with another excellent newsletter, if you haven't received it by email, click on the link in the left hand panel and remind yourself of sunny sailing in 2011 and a look forward to brilliant season to come.
Buoyancy checks.
These have been carried out in sessions at Lymington and Keyhaven and most of the regular racers have been covered. Anyone still wanting a buoyancy check carried out the this can be done by arrangement, either by myself at Keyhaven or by John Claridge at his new Lymington yard at Haven Point. The picture below shows the importance of ensuring the buoyancy is effective!
Sailing has started in earnest and so apparently has capsizing! A recent incident at Keyhaven. Thanks to our friends in Hurst castle S.C. for effecting a rescue. Photo by Brian Buckingham
Newsletters
John Turner has passed on to me efiles of old newsletters. I have added these to the Newsletter page as a way of archiving them. We seem to be a few copies missing so if any member has any of the missing copies I would be grateful for the loan of them for a few days so I can complete the listing. Thanks in advance. Brian B.
The English Raid. 1st - 5th August
Some scow members in the past have participated in "The Raid", joining in with boats of many different types and have thoroughly enjoyed the experience. I have been asked to publicise this on the website to bring it to the attention of other scow sailors who may be interested. I have posted all the info available to date on the Coming Events page.
Good sailing,
Brian B.
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