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Salty Weekend - Fowey - 28th & 29th June
« Thread Started on Jun 11, 2008, 11:02am »

Jan 26, 2008, 11:44pm, andrew wrote:

Keep the Weekend of 28 and 29 June '08 free.

Details are being finalised, but it looks like the BMBA have been invited to the coast by a very friendly Cornish Club, that can offer;

Sheltered Sailing on Salty Water,
Very Scenic Historic Harbour Town,
Waterside Camping with Boat Launching,
Support from Freindly Club,
Possible Crewing Oppportunity for Race in Local Class,
Support From Local Chandler,
All Moth Sailors Welcome,
Format Will be Very Relaxed.

Just need to book appropriate Moth weather

Watch this space for more details.

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Neap tides are predicted for the weekend (apparently this is good for us puddle and ditch sailors).

- High tide around about lunchtime,
- Good for sailing during the day,
- But, sadly this means not enough water for evening trip to riverside pubs,
- Don't panic not so new boy, there are plenty of good bars in the town as well as a very welcoming clubhouse, I've got a special bar in mind for you, just at the harbour mouth.
- It will be a very realxed programme, plenty of opportunity to cruise round the harbour, savour the local hospitality, a few short races, or whatever,
- Non sailors can sample some local retail therapy and a visit to the nearby jungle.

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As of this weekend the dates for the Pasty Trip have been confirmed.

28 and 29 June - though several Moths are likely to make the migration south a day or so sooner.

Our hosts for the weekend will be the Fowey Gallants Sailing Club. The Gallants are a small friendly club who are very keen to give us a warm Cornish welcome and help make a memorable visit for us all.

Camping is nearby and can possibly include launching, but is on 'wrong' side of the river- though there might be space for the boats to be stored and launched at the club. all depends on numbers.

Remember, Fowey is pronounced 'Foy'.

There is a rumour that a local Moth might be encouraged to come and join in with the fun.

Jungle referred to is of course the Eden Project.

Let me know if you are interested
email parker.mowbray@virgin.net

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Already, six Moths have confirmed they are spreading their wings and are accepting the invitation to visit sunny Fowey.

Details of on water activities will depend on the weather (which has now been booked) as well as bar opening times. But, will be very relaxed, including exploring around the harbour and short races. Unless the conditions are perfect it is very unlikely that we will leave the sheltered waters of the harbour.

Fowey is one of the best places to learn about sailing on water that goes up and down as well as in and out - in a safe environment. For those of a nervous dispostition we will have full rescue facilities available whenever we are playing out on the water.

Off water activities will also be very relaxed but are likely to include a pleasant mix of good food (not just pasties) and quantities of alchohol.

Sound good ?

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REMEMBER Weekend 28th - 29th June - SALTY WEEKEND

People arriving from Wed - most people camping.

The good folk of Fowey are looking forward to our visit and are making every effort to make our stay as great as possible.

Local brewery have been monitoring this site to determine future production levels.

WATCH THIS SPACE - MORE DETAILS TO FOLLOW.

Andrew

« Last Edit: Jun 11, 2008, 11:02am by Bill Gribble »