The second winter walk of the close season will take place next Sunday 10 February.
If you would be interested in a longer walk, ending up at the club for lunch with the group setting off at 11am, let Claire Duncan know so that she can plan!
Save the date – Get ready to Push the Boat Out in 2013
Following the huge success of the 2012 Push the Boat Out Day ahead of the 2012 Olympic and Paralympic Games, the RYA is delighted to announce that ‘Push the Boat Out’ is back for 2013 – and this time for a whole weekend!
The RYA ‘Push the Boat Out Weekender’ will take place over the weekend of 18-19 May and will see clubs, centres and marinas across the country opening their doors to their local communities and hosting a ‘Push the Boat Out’ event. From open days and ‘have a go’ sessions, to treasure hunts and fun regattas, there will be events for all to enjoy.
“We were overwhelmed by the enthusiasm and spectacle of last year’s ‘Push the Boat Out’ Day”, said Jon White, RYA Sport Development Manager.
“Everyone who got involved commented how much fun they had taking part and running their events. It was great for clubs to show their local communities what they have to offer and to tie in with a national event.
“With such overwhelmingly positive feedback, we simply had to do it again. This national event is the perfect opportunity for clubs to hold ‘have a go’ sessions and to enable people of all ages and abilities to experience why sailing is such a fantastic sport” Jon concluded.
With so many people being inspired by the London 2012 Games, the ‘Push the Boat Out Weekender’ will encourage people to get down to their local sailing venue, have a go themselves and find out just how easy it is to get involved. It’s also a great opportunity for regular sailors to get out on the water and to show their support for the sport and the event.
Look out for more information coming soon.
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Bridget’s 50!
Happy birthday to Bridget on her 50th…
Nice One Ethan!
Ethan Dawson competed in a NW Topper open last weekend at Leigh & Lowton and finished a very respectable 8th out of 29.
Five of those that finished ahead of him were in National squads.
Can You Help?
The National Youth Regatta 2013 is being held at Bassenthwaite from 22-26 July this year.
With 200+ boats, approx 300 junior sailors, plus support staff etc there is a massive amount of co-ordination required to aid smooth running of the regatta.
If you are able to offer some of your time during that week it would be greatly appreciated.
The following are key roles which need to be filled
– catering officer at the sailing club to coordinate the provision of breakfast, lunch and dinner for key helpers (approx 60 people). The meals would be bought in but need to be set up, heated as necessary, and issued to the relevant people. NB coordinate doesn’t mean doing all the work but ensuring there is an adequate rota to get the tasks done!
– sponsorship officer. This is clearly a key role to support the funding of the week, and anyone with a silver tongue would be greatly appreciated.
If you can help but want more information do not hesitate to contact us at [email protected]
NSSA – Can You Help?
You may well be aware that the National Youth Regatta 2013 is being held at Bassenthwaite from 22-26 July this year.
With 200+ boats, approx 300 junior sailors, plus support staff etc there is a massive amount of co-ordination required to aid smooth running of the regatta.
If you are able to offer some of your time during that week it would be greatly appreciated.
The following are key roles which need to be filled
– catering officer at the sailing club to coordinate the provision of breakfast, lunch and dinner for key helpers (approx 60 people). The meals would be bought in but need to be set up, heated as necessary, and issued to the relevant people. NB coordinate doesn’t mean doing all the work but ensuring there is an adequate rota to get the tasks done!
– sponsorship officer. This is clearly a key role to support the funding of the week, and anyone with a silver tongue would be greatly appreciated.
If you can help but want more information do not hesitate to contact us at [email protected]
Winter Walk
Clearly many of you had an abstemious New Year not needing to work off over indulgences as there was a select few of about 20 members that opted to take the high route over the renowned Sale Fell, or the low route through to Wythop Mill and Embleton, for the first walk of the year. Afterwards everyone gathered in the clubhouse to devour their sandwiches and a warming cup of tea.
If you are feeling that you missed out, don’t forget that the next walk will be Sunday 10 February when it is likely that there will be a more challenging walk starting early (possibly 9am) venturing up Skiddaw (or somewhere similar), with a less challenging, more family friendly, walk from about 11am with the aim of meeting back at the clubhouse in time for lunch. Keep an eye on the website for further details.
Happy 2013!
With very best wishes for a successful and prosperous year from Bassenthwaite Sailing Club
Merry Christmas!
Hoping you all have a great Christmas.
Best wishes from Bassenthwaite Sailing Club