Hi Everybody
Wow what a morning, by the end of it I think most of us, but mainly David B, Dave M and I were mentally and physically worn out, to say the least.
David B and I arrived early to set out the Club 500 Course which David managed to do with great professionalism and it took him no time to complete the task, thanks very much David.
We were soon able to have a race for the first time, just for fun, and we kept on going until all the batteries ran down. I don't actually know who won but we had in excess of ten models taking part. Lets hope that we have an equal number of members taking part in the races throughout the coming Spring and Summer months.
All being well, David would like racing to commence on Sunday 11th March 2012, so come on everybody do all your final adjustments, charge your batteries so we can all have lots of fun on the 11th. Rob P has been appointed by the committee to act as a scrutineer for the 500 Boats, to ensure that the rules are being adhered to. He has also agreed to ensure that members who wish to race very fast electrics do so in a responsible manner, having regard to other members boats and even more to the welfare of the wildlife on the lake. Remember YOU NEVER KNOW WHO IS WATCHING YOU!!! A quick call to the Council with photographic evidence and your club is in trouble!!!
It's your Club! Don't abuse it! Don't lose it!
We had a couple of incidents at the lake this morning which I will not go into here. Only to say that I urge all members to read the copy of the Constitution which is contained in your Membership Booklet and the Club Rules which were given to you when you paid your Subscriptions.
These rules are very important and must be adhered to at all times.
All in all I think we all had a very enjoyable Sunday morning.
See you all next week.
Christine Hon Sec.
Sunday, February 26, 2012
Wednesday, February 22, 2012
Got the paint !
Shipmates
Despite the poor weather 11 of us assembled for the mid week sail and seven of us went on to the Stanley Arms for lunch afterwards.
Hon Sec and Ship's Scribe went shopping for paint to refurbish the rescue boat. Chris was wearing the club colours which we used as a guide for the paint to be mixed.
We shall be painting the inside white .....over to you Dave to make the bracket for the flagpole.
She will be a trim little craft when we have finished and see no reason why she cannotjoin the Queen's Diamond Jubilee fleet on the Thames later this year.
We are looking for volunteers to wear pirate costumes on the fun day, if you are up for a bit of plundering and looting an can say arrrrrrrrrrrrrrgh in a cornish accent please contact Hon Sec . I will be providing the Rum.
Sorry about all confusion concerning the GM meeting dates, the next meeting will be at the Stanley Arms on the first Tuesday in the month, next meeting will be on the 6th of March..thats cast in stone !
Aye John .........Ship's Scribe
Despite the poor weather 11 of us assembled for the mid week sail and seven of us went on to the Stanley Arms for lunch afterwards.
Hon Sec and Ship's Scribe went shopping for paint to refurbish the rescue boat. Chris was wearing the club colours which we used as a guide for the paint to be mixed.
We shall be painting the inside white .....over to you Dave to make the bracket for the flagpole.
She will be a trim little craft when we have finished and see no reason why she cannotjoin the Queen's Diamond Jubilee fleet on the Thames later this year.
We are looking for volunteers to wear pirate costumes on the fun day, if you are up for a bit of plundering and looting an can say arrrrrrrrrrrrrrgh in a cornish accent please contact Hon Sec . I will be providing the Rum.
Sorry about all confusion concerning the GM meeting dates, the next meeting will be at the Stanley Arms on the first Tuesday in the month, next meeting will be on the 6th of March..thats cast in stone !
Aye John .........Ship's Scribe
Sunday, February 19, 2012
Sunday Morning Sail 19th February 2012
Hi Everybody.
Here we are again, another fine Sunday morning, a lovely sunny day but a little chilly. We had an excellent turnout once again, with quite a few different boats on the water. Judging by the numbers of club 500 boats on the water, our members cannot wait to get racing again, please be patient we will be starting again very soon now.
David Baker brought his springer tug "The Sherman" and did some sea trials which were very successful, another form of rescue boat for use in emergencies. Ian R continues to have trouble with his fast electric boats even with Rob's help. I think he will have to go back to the supplier and complain about it's poor performance.
Ian R has given us an excellent trolley for club use and it will be ideal for transporting the rescue boat to and from the "leg", we will be able to push the boat into the water and then remove the trolley making it much easier to manage and less strain on the "old backs" which can only be a good thing.
Most of the members present made their way to the cafe for tea and toast before leaving for home around 12.00.
Thats all for today, speak to you next week.
For those who can make it, don't forget the Luncheon Club on Wednesday at the Stanley Arms after we finish sailing, I promise you, you will not be disappointed with the comfort of the place and goodness of the food!!
Christine (Hon Sec)
Here we are again, another fine Sunday morning, a lovely sunny day but a little chilly. We had an excellent turnout once again, with quite a few different boats on the water. Judging by the numbers of club 500 boats on the water, our members cannot wait to get racing again, please be patient we will be starting again very soon now.
David Baker brought his springer tug "The Sherman" and did some sea trials which were very successful, another form of rescue boat for use in emergencies. Ian R continues to have trouble with his fast electric boats even with Rob's help. I think he will have to go back to the supplier and complain about it's poor performance.
Ian R has given us an excellent trolley for club use and it will be ideal for transporting the rescue boat to and from the "leg", we will be able to push the boat into the water and then remove the trolley making it much easier to manage and less strain on the "old backs" which can only be a good thing.
Most of the members present made their way to the cafe for tea and toast before leaving for home around 12.00.
Thats all for today, speak to you next week.
For those who can make it, don't forget the Luncheon Club on Wednesday at the Stanley Arms after we finish sailing, I promise you, you will not be disappointed with the comfort of the place and goodness of the food!!
Christine (Hon Sec)
Wednesday, February 15, 2012
Waves- James Bond - Log Fire
Shipmates
Eight of us assembled on the landing stage this morning, the ice has gone to be replaced by scale sized waves which were challenging for the faint hearted. There were five Club Boats running in
and everyone is talking tactics and itching to get racing.
Nice to see Christina and Olivia at the lakeside, we are missing some of our junior members.
Highlights of the morning were when Evelyn's Wicked Lady decided to hide under the floating jetty (must be shy and not so wicked as we thought) and when Hons Secs Club Boat 500 did a James Bond exit from the lake and landed minus prop on the foreshore, result of having two beige boats on the lake at once and not knowing which one you are controlling.
Goood news ! the council have started enlarging the car park and the fountain is now operating properly.
Well done the Rangers for keeping the landing stage clean and tidy and opening the rest room for us. All in all everything looks promising for the year ahead and we are sure to have some fun.
After Sailing, Christine, Ian and Evelyn and Ships Scribe decided to recce our new GM meeting and Luncheon club venue at the Stanley Arms. We all agreed that we have sourced a good venue,great food at a reasonable price - and lots of it ! Traditional log fire to warm our cockles and friendly staff to boot.
Wonderful Day....................
Aye John ( Ships Scribe)
Eight of us assembled on the landing stage this morning, the ice has gone to be replaced by scale sized waves which were challenging for the faint hearted. There were five Club Boats running in
and everyone is talking tactics and itching to get racing.
Nice to see Christina and Olivia at the lakeside, we are missing some of our junior members.
Highlights of the morning were when Evelyn's Wicked Lady decided to hide under the floating jetty (must be shy and not so wicked as we thought) and when Hons Secs Club Boat 500 did a James Bond exit from the lake and landed minus prop on the foreshore, result of having two beige boats on the lake at once and not knowing which one you are controlling.
Goood news ! the council have started enlarging the car park and the fountain is now operating properly.
Well done the Rangers for keeping the landing stage clean and tidy and opening the rest room for us. All in all everything looks promising for the year ahead and we are sure to have some fun.
After Sailing, Christine, Ian and Evelyn and Ships Scribe decided to recce our new GM meeting and Luncheon club venue at the Stanley Arms. We all agreed that we have sourced a good venue,great food at a reasonable price - and lots of it ! Traditional log fire to warm our cockles and friendly staff to boot.
Our meetings will take place in the glass extension show in the above picture
Wonderful Day....................
Aye John ( Ships Scribe)
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