Author: RSWSC (RSWSC West)

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Tarquin’s Peter Keeling Shrimper Week

After one of the most challenging Shrimper Weeks for many years, it is now done for another 12 months. Race Officer Stuart Richardson and his team battled the elements and time pressures to get the best out of what we had. Results below. The Peter Keeling Trophy went to Iain McDonald-Smith in African Jacana,  He...

June 30, 2022June 30, 2022by
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Dave Webb

We are sorry to report the death of Dave Webb. Dave had been a club member for over half a century, and was a great part of the water ski section of the club. He had been Vice Commodore Water Ski, had served on the water ski committee for over 20 years, and enjoyed nothing...

June 30, 2022June 30, 2022by
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Sailing Club closed tonight for Shrimper BBQ

Because of an unavoidable last minute change of venue, the Shrimper Week BBQ tonight has been moved to the Club with the fires being lit at 6pm for a 7pm start. Bring all food, plates and tools as the galley will be closed. Drinks from the bar.     

June 25, 2022June 25, 2022by
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Water Ski advisory

Dear skiers . I hope this post doesn’t apply to you or your boating crews! We have had a number of complaints about some boats in the ski area. PHC and the Club patrol boat are now out more often so please take a moment to refresh yourselves of the ski maps and rules. We...

June 16, 2022June 16, 2022by
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Racing calendar update

Regrettably racing this weekend , June 11 &12, has had to be cancelled. Next racing will be Tarquins Peter Keeling Shrimper Week June 24-28. .

June 9, 2022June 9, 2022by
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Junior Camel Week 2022

We are seeking a volunteer Race Officer for Junior Camel Week (4-11 August). There are already offers from a couple of parents who can assist on certain days with course setting and compilation of results etc. but we need someone to undertake the overall co-ordination for the week. If you would like to help please...

June 8, 2022June 8, 2022by
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Staff comfort break

Following a very hard few days the staff will be taking a well deserved two day rest on Tuesday and Wednesday this week, so the club will be closed for that. Back to normal on Thursday.

June 6, 2022June 6, 2022by
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Duck Race postponed

Wind speed and direction makes it likely that the ducks will be racing towards Padstow never to be seen again. New race time will be announced shortly. It’s driving us quackers…

June 4, 2022June 4, 2022by
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Jubilee sail past at RSWSC

A superb display from many members and friends produced a Platinum Jubilee sail past to remember. Jubilee sail past gallery 3 June 2022 Photos by Chris Hewitt Photography    

June 4, 2022June 4, 2022by
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Duck Race 1830 tonight

We need volunteers with small boats to wait off the clubhouse as the race ends to collect all the exhausted competitors. Nets would be useful. Would anyone able to help be launched by the race start. The race itself should only take 10 minutes or so.

June 4, 2022June 4, 2022by
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Commodore news

As the deadline for applications for the post of Commodore has now passed, and only one correct nomination has been received, I can confirm that our next Commodore will be Martin Hough. This will take effect from 1st October. Other officers and committee members will be elected in the normal way at the Club AGM...

June 1, 2022June 1, 2022by
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The club is ending the use of tabs at the bar and galley. Following difficulties matching tabs to groups, and with some tabs remaining unpaid at the close of business, it has been decided to stop allowing the use of tabs. As the vast majority of payments are made electronically anyway we hope this will...

June 1, 2022June 1, 2022by
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Volunteers wanted for Jubilee weekend

We are in danger of not being able to run the Spring Cup next weekend, as there are no staff available for the patrol boats or Andromeda to cover and run the racing. We need volunteers for both roles as mentioned above. If we do not get patrol boat crew, we cannot run the races....

May 30, 2022May 30, 2022by
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Jubilee Holiday Schedule

Thursday June 2nd Big Breakfast 0900-1200 Friday June 3rd Jubilee sail past 1830 Fish and Chips 1800-2030 Saturday June 4th Barbecues lit at 1800. Members and their guests only, don’t forget your yellow membership card. Bring everything you need (food, plates, cutlery, condiments etc.) except drink and chips. If you have picnic tables and chairs...

May 28, 2022May 28, 2022by
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Rock Open Gardens Day – in aid of CEYS

Eleven wonderful gardens in the seaside village of Rock – some with sea views and all with lovely planting – will be welcoming visitors on the afternoon of Sunday 29th May, from 2-5pm. The cost is only £5 per person to see all the gardens – or as many as you can fit in; there...

May 17, 2022May 17, 2022by