Having consulted prospective sailors and had a look at conditions at Newburn it has been decided to put off tomorrow’s event for now. The National 12 fleet had decided themselves not to come. I am sure some will be disappointed, but more will be relieved (including me). Hope the weather improves and we can get afloat soon.
Author: Chris Mayes
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Blaydon Race 2013
Notice of Race
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Protected: 2013 Duty Rota
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Coastal Communities Grant
Dear members.
An update on the above. We got formal notice from the council this week that the £1.9 million awarded to the council DID NOT include any funding for the proposals for a slipway etc at the Haven. The council have not received as yet notification as to why the Haven plans have not been funded, nor detail of a possible re-submission later in the year.
The committee are considering what this means for us as a club and will ensure clear communication to members as to the options available to us.
Paul
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Sailing Programme 2013, Duty Rota
2013-draft-Programme-revF
Here is the draft Sailing Programme for 2013, so you can start thinking about when and what you will sail, and who with. The Duty Rota is about to be compiled, so if you have any holiday dates that will rule you out or want other information to be taken into account please email Ian Ainsworth, Sailing Sec, by Friday this week.
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Prizegiving dinner
As a footnote to what was a very nice evening, I need to add that overall winner of the Long Race 2012 was Sarah Piper, and she should have been awarded the Tyne Goblet (one of the better looking trophies) and an engraved glass. Sorry it was overlooked last night Sarah, we will present them to you at the next opportunity.
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Protected: AGM 2012 Minutes
Preparations are going very well for our social highlight of the year at the Grand Hotel Tynemouth, this Saturday 9th February,
Over 30 people have signed up for a night of chat, entertainment and fun,.Our prize winners will be feted and celebrated for their great achievements on the water.
Its not too late to book a plaice, although it would be surprising as lamb is on offer. Contact Sue Wright asap, use the contact form.
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Coastal Communities Grant
We talked about this grant at the AGM and the possibilities it holds for the club. There was some hope that news of the application made through the council to Government, would be known by very early 2013 but to date all is quiet. Hope is not lost though and word is that the outcome is delayed- not lost.
Part of the proposal is the possibility of a ramp at the Haven and we’re pleased to get word that trial holes are to be dug at the Haven beach next week to get samples ahead of any work to put down foundations. It is one small step for tired sailors………..we shall see
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Goodbye Lorna
The club is sad to let members know of the recent death of Lorna Scammell.
Lorna was involved in the sailing club for many years and was made an Honorary Life Member at an AGM a couple of years ago in recognition of her significant contribution to the work and life of the club. Lorna held a number of positions including Sailing Secretary and her passion was ensuring that sailing was available to all.
We watched with awe and admiration as she took to ‘big boat’ sailing and her stories of single handed sailing as she went round the East Coast and further were impressive. In recent years we were amused and at times worried by her SEALORNA web stories but she clearly loved her life and worked hard to get the best out of it for herself and others. We will miss our friend and extend our condolences to her family.
In recognition of our respect for Lorna the club will be making a contribution to the RNLI
