Stewartby Sailing

It’s hard to believe that this year’s Autumn Series started in the midst of a early autumn heatwave, but after 8 weeks, 2 abandoned races, 2 short races for Xmas dinner and some of the windiest conditions we can remember, it’s all over.

Congratulations to our winner Ian Howard who, despite being carted off [...]

There’s just one week remaining of the Autumn Series and conditions are a far cry from the barmy Indian Summer back in October. After a short break we’re back on January 8th for the start of the 2012 Icicle Series (see full article for all the Icicle Series dates). As with previous Icicles we will be needing lots of willing volunteers for OOD, race officer and support boat duties. If you want to put your name down, please contact duty@swsc.org.uk or see the sign-up sheet in the clubhouse.

With winter duties its really important to come prepared. Support Boat drivers, in particular, may spend 2 – 3 hours on the water setting out courses and patrolling while racing takes place so come with the right kit to keep warm. Sailors in the water need you close by as the cold will sap their energy fast and can quickly get into trouble.

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The club has been contacted by a number of event organisers with details of racing taking place over the seasonal period. We thought members might be interested and further details can be found by following the links below:

Haversham Sailing Club Winter Open Meeting – Monohuls only handicap – January 2nd Grafham Sailing Club [...]