Nearly 150 young people aged between eight and 18 enjoyed a packed sailing, racing and social programme at Blackwater Sailing Club's annual Cadet Week.
The week, from 30 July to 4 August, gave Cadets of all abilities the opportunity to sail and race, learning from a team of voluntary instructors who cover all levels and stages.
All in all, a fantastic week despite the challenges of the weather, running races every day, getting dozens of cadets through their RYA levels, and enjoying almost all of our planned off-the-water activities."
The Week also had a bursting programme of social events organised by the Cadet Committee - including a fancy dress competition, disco, quiz and table tennis tournament - with a huge undertaking by the voluntary galley staff to provide catering throughout.
Cadet Commodore 18-year-old Sophie Foskett, from Maldon, said: "Cadet Week 2023 was absolutely amazing! Cadets sailing from the ages of eight to 18 took part, showcasing the strength of teamwork and resilience of these young sailors, from training groups on the lake to competitive racing on the river.
"I am very proud of the Cadet Committee who helped organise events that ensured that cadets had the opportunity to engage in a variety of activities, from sailing races to teambuilding exercises, despite the challenging weather conditions. And, of course, this week would not be possible without the huge amount of adult volunteers that guaranteed the smooth running of the week."
Cadet Week raises money for charity with a raffle and silent auction making a magnificent £1,700 for the Cadet Commodore's chosen charities - the Thames Barge Sailing Trust and Teenage Cancer Trust.
Series winners: Laser Radial and Cock of the Cadets Nick Evans; Laser 4.7 Jess Welch; General handicap Lucy Shelter and Jess Haigh; Topper/Tera Josephine Bernard; Feva Flo Evans and Katherine Carver; Optimist Callum Marshall.
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