All Dressed Up…
Have the storms passed through – uncertain. The forecast is not quite as breezy as was being forecast yesterday, but the conditions still seem challenging!
Perhaps the rescue crews had a whiff of the forecast, as they’d either slept in or been partying well last night!… Read full article “All Dressed Up…”
Youth Squad Prize Giving
As a prelude to the bonfire night celebrations, the first prize giving for the youth squad was held this evening
Vice Commodore Dave Nicholson gave a short speech outlining the (short) history of the squad, and prizes were given out by his wife Pauline.… Read full article “Youth Squad Prize Giving”
Back to Normality
What a glorious day for a sail. The wind didn’t always rise to the occasion but when it did some boats were able to plane for a short while. Mike Moore suggested there were elements of skill and elements of luck – of course, his position only benefited through skill!… Read full article “Back to Normality”
RYA Regatta
There was a Mini Regatta at Derwentwater on 22 October which was an adventure what with the strong winds and freezing temperatures! The kids did really well just to go out and most seemed to love the experience and are hoping for more of these events next year.I |
Final Championship Weekend Series
With two weekends of the championship season to go, the final weekend series is being held this weekend. With a forecast of rain and gales for Sunday, it may be just a short series!
There was a good breeze all afternoon, enough to cause the odd capsize – Mike Fairlamb with Margaret Trotter had an unfortunate capsize on the beat that lost them the lead to Val and Ken Bell in a closely fought race.… Read full article “Final Championship Weekend Series”
Thank You!
More Water!
Whatever Floats Your Boat! Now you see them – Friday
![]() Please be aware that the heavy wind and rain has topped up the lake and the water is lapping under various boats (including mine!), and some have been blown over. It may be advisable to check or move it, especially as high winds are forecast for SaturdayWell a big thank you to those that worked through the evening to rescue numerous boats and move them to high ground. |
Are You Man Enough …
There was a Mini Regatta at Derwentwater on 22 October which was an adventure what with the strong winds and freezing temperatures! The kids did really well just to go out and most seemed to love the experience and are hoping for more of these events next year.I
Please be aware that the heavy wind and rain has topped up the lake and the water is lapping under various boats (including mine!), and some have been blown over. It may be advisable to check or move it, especially as high winds are forecast for SaturdayWell a big thank you to those that worked through the evening to rescue numerous boats and move them to high ground.