Tenby Sailing Club

Club Sailing A lightly attended race on Wednesday resulted in a one, two, three of Osprey, Mike and Deanna; Osprey, Paul and Anthea and Redwing, Bill and Tom. Sunday’s two races took place in a force three southerly run by Danny Owens. In both races, the Osprey of Ted and Matt reached the windward mark first and they sailed on to take the wins. In both races, Mike and Deanna in their Osprey were second and Bill and Tom in the Redwing third. It was good to see young Ieuan James competing in a club Laser (until he dropped his camera overboard!) and Richards Johns competing in Danny’s Streaker until he pulled the strings too hard and broke it! Cruiser racing Last Friday evening’s race took place in very light winds, so a short course was set by PRO Blake Shaw. There being no racing marks in the bay yet, it was decided to make use of fishermen’s marker buoys, gambling that they would not be lifted during the race! A short beat and two offwind legs meant there was lots of practice in use of spinnakers during the three laps. There was quite a lot of change of positions during the race, but John Griffiths in Tejeda finally pulled away, with Blake in Slipstream second. Denny Young in Heather was third and Steve Lewis in Aries fourth on handicap. Next race on Sunday at 2 pm, with the round Caldey race the following Sunday, June 15. CLUB REGATTA The club regatta weekend on June 14 and 15. Three races round the cans on the Saturday and the Round Caldey race on the Sunday. Individual prizes and a team event open to teams of five boats with a cash prize available of £500 to the winning team. Event kindly sponsored by Lewis Lewis and Co Ltd, Solicitors, 01994 231044. Coppet Week Last week, our neighbours, Saundersfoot Sailing Club ran their annual Coppet Week regatta in their customary friendly and welcoming manner. Two RS200s and an Osprey attended and enjoyed racing every day, although not the results achieved! Top Tenby boat was Dan Jackson with Ruby/Emily; none of us was close enough to see, let alone be on, the podium! Saturday Sailing Saturday sailing for adults commenced on Saturday and will now continue every week. Turn up at 3 pm; beginners should pre-arrange with their instructor if coaching is required. For further details, contact Mark Dashfield on 07971474517. Junior Sailing With wind blowing on to the launching slipway, some boats had to be towed out, but once out in the bay everyone experienced some heavier weather sailing. Juniors are reminded that on Saturday, June 21, the club is staging a CYRC which is a competition for local youngsters with a programme of short races. Anyone with Stage 2 or above is invited to take part. Prizes for all classes and also a great opportunity to improve your sailing. Sad News The club was saddened this week to hear of the passing of life member Mary Simmonds. Mary had been a member for 55 years or more; the club extends its sympathies to all in their sad loss. Mary’s funeral is to take place in St. Julians Church on Monday, June 9, at noon, and afterwards in the Sailing Club. Forthcoming Events Greek flotilla holiday September 2014: Still a few places left - book early to avoid disappointment! Please contact Paul Evenden. Saturday Suppers Deanna’s Diner is still operating in the club on a Friday and Saturday evening. Food varies weekly, and all is home made. Come and give it a try. If possible, give Deanna a ring to let her know you are coming on 07897220377; this will help planning and efficiency on the night. Subscriptions Subscriptions for 2014 became due on January 1, so please complete the form and renew now. The forms are available in the clubhouse or can be downloaded from the website. This year we accept on-line payments, as well as in cash or by cheque. Please follow the instructions on the website. For all queries, please contact Julia Dashfield, membership secretary, on the helpline (01834)844918. Opening Hours The club is open Wednesday evenings, Friday and Saturday nights from 7 pm, and Sunday lunchtime after sailing. Website The club’s website can be found at www.tenbysailingclub.org.uk which includes a Facebook link and details of activities and sponsors. We are a friendly and welcoming members club and try to involve all members in a variety of activities, both sailing and social. To enquire about joining, call at the clubhouse, contact any member who will be pleased to help, or contact us on line.