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I hope everyone enjoyed the bank holiday weekend. The Cruiser Len Nolan Race 5 on Sunday was a very trying event with winds reaching the top end of Force 7 however two boats - Dedicated Dancer and Sooper Trooper - managed to complete the course, well done to them. Yesterday, the sun came out at last and was a spendid day for the dinghies in the Holland Trophy Series.

Check out the For Sale section - David's old RS400 No 709 is offered for sale as well as one of our club RIBS 

Sunday 5th September
 
This is the day of our Laser SE Region Grand Prix Open Meeting when we are hoping to act as host to a large contingent of visitors, not to mention our own Club's Laser sailors.  I know that Richard Dobson is still a little short of volunteers to help him on the water so, if anyone is willing to offer to man (or woman!) a RIB or help out on the Committee Boat, could they please contact him direct at richard@rickwood-estates.co.uk or on 07812 543845.
 
Saturday 25th September
 
Tickets are now on sale for the ABBA Night with ABBA Beat an ABBA tribute band.  Tickets are £20 per person to include a four piece band, a three course meal and half a bottle of wine.  We are limiting tickets to this event so everyone will have a good seat and there will be plenty of room for dancing.  Please book early to avoid disappointment.   Non-dining members are more than welcome to join us on this or other music nights, although  a contribution towards the cost of the music would be appreciated.

 

Saturday 9th October

 

EGM at 15:00 in the Clubhouse - to discuss and vote on the new Mems and Arts to conform with the Companies Act. 2006.

 

Saturday 13th November

 

Diesel Maintenance Course  It’s a long way away, but we are giving notice of this Course being held at a cost of £60 for members and £80 for non-members.  This Course would particularly suit new cruiser owners (and those who need to brush up on their skills).  Please get in touch with Sue in the Office (01903 716016).

 

RYA Navigation Classes

 

The WSCC Adult & Community Learning Service have recently published their 2010-2011 Programme.  Included within this (Pages 23 and 24) are a range of RYA Courses that might be of interest to AYC Members

 

To enrol on courses arranged by the West Sussex Adult & Community Learning Service complete the Enrolment Form on Page 7 of the 2010/2011 Programme, visit www.westsussex.gov.uk/adulteducation or call 0845 6010161.

 

Of particular interest is the following statement:  "Increasingly insurance companies are asking that boat owners and skippers should hold an RYA certificate thereby ensuring safety for themselves and other users on the water."

 

 

Moorings Reminder

 

Martin Gillam has asked me to remind all members that if you want to change boats you must complete a new mooring application form before bringing the new boat to the club. If you want to move to a new mooring you need to get approval from the Committee Member responsible for moorings Martin Gillam. Recently a few people have decided to ignore the club’s mooring policy and this has created problems, besides not having an up to date berthing plan making new mooring applications more difficult, other berth holders may struggle to get past the new boat and the club may invoice people incorrectly.

 

Use of the Clubhouse for your Private Functions

 

Tony has asked me to remind you that we can cater for your birthday or any event big or small. As a member you get free use of the Club House and Angela can accommodate your catering needs.  Please contact Tony or Angela for further information.

 

 

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Project Kraken

 

Defending our shores - the Police would like you help - have you seen anything suspicious? Do you want to find out more about what the police are doing in our area to combat serious crimes such as Drug and People Smuggling? If so, have a look at the Project Kraken website at www.sussexpolice/kraken.

 

Marine Watch

As there seems to be an increase on boat thefts from within the harbour, members are strongly recommended, wherever possible, to remove their outboard engines and store them below deck or, if that's not practicable, to add a chain and secure padlock between the boat and its mooring so that it is more difficult for a thief to simply cast off and spirit your boat away.

Local Notice To Mariners 2 - 2010 -Charges - Click Here to view

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Who won what in 2009? - click here to find out

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