The chance to try sailing – for free – is on offer at Annandale Sailing Club, Castle Loch, Lochmaben this coming Sunday, May 10.
The club, which is celebrating its 70th anniversary this year, is throwing open its doors for its annual Open Day from 12 noon to 4pm, giving members of the public the chance to enjoy a sail around the loch (weather permitting) and find out more about the sport.
As well as sailing with one of the club’s experienced members, visitors can also explore the dinghy park, viewing different kinds of boats, and tour the clubhouse, where refreshments and home baking will be on sale.
Information on all the club’s activities, from novice sailing courses to racing, power boat courses and first aid, will be available.
Annandale Sailing Club Commodore Trudie Mitchell said: “We are really looking forward to welcoming everyone to the club on Sunday. We have a great team of volunteers to help out on the day and answer any questions. Sailing is a wonderful sport for people of all ages, families and individuals, and Castle Loch is a beautiful location to try it.”
Buoyancy aids are provided for anyone venturing out onto the water on Sunday. Soft shoes and weather-appropriate clothing should be worn.
*For anyone keen to learn to sail, Annandale Sailing Club is offering beginner lessons on Saturday mornings from May 16. The cost is £15 per session and each session runs from 9.30am to 12.30pm.
A five-day training course is also on offer from July 13.
For both these training opportunities, no previous experience is necessary. Children must be aged eight or over Anyone interested see www.annandalesailingclub.myclubhouse.co.uk or email annandalesailing@gmail.com
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