First Aid Training - Saturday 14 May 2011 0900 - 1700 Full day course £30.00

EFR First Aid Training is HSE Accredited and can be used by employers as part of their
company’s first aid cover.
 
We will cover topics suitable for boating and other outdoor activities including emergency
first aid (CPR etc) and long term care of casualties.

Race Results: The 2 Bridge Challenge (Not Good Friday but Great Friday) Date: 02/04/2011

Location:  Fidlers Ferry Sailing Club, Warrington.

Overall position after 5 Races

^1st  Boat:  Tommohawk 44       Type: Falcon         Skipper: Tony Tomlinson

^2nd Boat:  Redfoot 42              Type:  Falcon         Skipper: Ian Scouler

3^rd Boat:  Millennium  33          Type:  Falcon          Skipper: Colin Howard

This fun race to meet the tide at Runcorn Bridge was in fact a triathlon, Sailing, walking and lifting boats over the sand banks during the low water phase of the journey, for some a whole new experience. 9 boats took up the challenge with the winds set fair and the sun beating hard down, and for some a day when hats were the order of the day.

With the weather so hot it was nice after just half a mile to walk in cool water with the boat up to Randall’s, with so many twitchers sat in the reed banks watching the wild life, they must have thought the sailors were a little strange, but soon we all got sailing again up to were the river splits to North and South Channels.

It was at this point the lifting section of the race came in with most crews having to push and lift boats for about 50 yards to find deep water (of over 6 inches), with that done it was off to the bridge. First there was Stig junior and senior in different boats, and then Ernie and Nathan in the GP then the Millennium Crew of Colin Steve & Gail before the rest of the fleet arrived. They say timing is of the essence no sooner had we arrived and the tide started rushing in. Soon all 9 boats were racing up and down in front of the Spike Island lock gates with the Commodore thinking he was F1 racing and following the tradition of not bothering who was in the way, the power of position and telling people he would keel haul them should they comment. Anyway the event of the day started as all the fleet went under the bridge and once all ready it was off to Monks hall. The wind was clean and blowing 3-4 as all boats made good speed back, Some of the best sailing most could recall for a number of years and soon most of the fleet were passing Fidlers, but the lure of a cup of tea after 5 hours of sailing grew to strong for most, leaving only the mad ones to get to the other bridge. The trip to the bridge was very quick and in some cases to quick as the tide was still running in as we reached the turning mark for home and that bottle of cool beer organised by Ian Scouler.

Just as if we had no money for the meter, the wind went and anchors became the order of the day. For 25 minutes progress was impossible with four boats unable to make any progress, but final a wisp of a breeze allowed slow progress with Tommohawk and Redfoot managing to get away before the two remaining made the turn for home.

The journey back was in some cases an anti-climax after a great days sailing and soon we were back at Fidlers to rejoin all the participants on the lawn for a much deserved drink of tea and cake, everyone agreed it was not just a Good Friday but a GREAT FRIDAY. Thanks to all for taking part and Ian Scouler for the organisingof the day and one must not forget the Butler, Richard Thomas for his great care of veteran super star Tony Tomlinson in his receding years. Congratulation to Keith for making the Bridge in Goshawk 23 on it maiden test run with no leeks and with out turning over with Rigs at the helm, finally to Chris for the video work and finally getting on board a sailing dinghy.

Officer of the Day, Trigger.

Visitors are always welcome.

Colin Howard

Sailing Secretary

FOR SALE: Abandoned Sailfish Boat - Finally Sold

The trailer sailer Cockle has finally been sold, and goes back to a former owner who is keen to restore her to former glory. Come on Doug !!??

FOR SALE: Abandoned Sailfish Boat

EBAY Item number: 270728584531
Sailfish is a very popular, compact and trailable day sailer. There is an active association, http://www.sailfish.org.uk as well as clubs where owners meet.

Such a boat has lain in our club yard, abandoned on its trailer for about 4 years and is sold as a project, not in a ‘sail away’ state. The trailer will require work before it is fit for the road and time will be allowed for the purchaser to make things roadworthy.

THE BOAT is a trailable day sailer with accommodation for two/four in a snug cabin. She has a retractable keel and panoramic windows to make a light and airy cabin.

The mast and boom are easily unshipped for trailing but there are neither sails nor engine.

General specification – Length 18ft 6 in (5.64m)

Beam 7ft 2in (2.18m), Weight 1000 lb (545 kg)

Draft Keel up 1ft (.30m) keel down (3 ft (0.91m)

CONDITION: The boat looks generally sound but unloved and will need work.

TRAILER: four wheel trailer with over-run brakes. CONDITION – needs attention prior to road use.

SALE is by e-bay auction. Highest bidder by 6 pm on Sunday 10th April will secure the purchase. Alternatively, send a bid by sealed tender to reach the club by 2 pm on Sunday 10th April and the highest bid will be entered into the e-bay auction.

Tenders to be addressed as follows –

Tender for Sailfish, Fidlers Ferry Sailing Club, off Station Rd, Penketh, Warrington, WA5 2UJ

VIEWING – Interested parties are strongly recommended to view the boat at our club on any Sunday afternoon. Please introduce yourself at he club bar and an officer will assist you.

Fidlers Ferry Sailing Club, off Station Rd, Penketh, Warrington, WA5 2UJ

See the PDF here.

WOW!! LIVERPOOL BOAT SHOW CANCELLED ?? SEE BELOW

LIVERPOOL KINDRED CLUBS REGATTAS STILL ON

Thanks to the continued support from various Yacht Clubs, The Liverpool Kindred Clubs Regattas are still able to go ahead.

Now being run for one weekend only, 29th April to 2nd May 2011, it will be a fun filled, fantastic event. A full racing schedule for IRC Yachts and multihulls will be put online shortly with the updated NOR, SI and Entry Forms.

To enter as soon as possible, in order to avoid late fees, please contact:
Catherine Heartly for IRC boats: Regattas@royaldee.co.uk
James Miller for Multihull enquires: jjmillerwirral@aol.com

It's official, the LIVERPOOL BOAT SHOW IS CANCELLED the BBC announced on their evening news at 18.00 last night. Where we go from here one can only guess. If you've already booked tickets and/or moorings then you need to contact the organisers below. We will update you as soon as more info is available.

Liverpool Boat Show

Affiliated Clubs:  both berths and tickets are selling fast! The New Year is here, both berths and tickets are selling fast and the count down to The Show has begun! As an affiliated Yacht Club book tickets now to take advantage of your full 1/3 ticket discount and look forward to all the show has in store for you. For your special discount code, see your club noticeboard or contact your club secretary. Nowhere but The Liverpool Boat Show can you crew a Tall Ship to, from or during the show, see below for details witness a proud parade of historic narrow boats, wow at the wonder of the largest collection of high end power and sail boats ever assembled in the North West, and experience live master classes in full size powerboats, yachts and ribs hosted by John Goode. We also invite you to take part in our two show stopping regattas on the legendary Mersey, and to enjoy a well earned drink at our exclusive Guinness Bar. Nearby, the King’s Hall is where all your chandlery, clothing, electronic, deck equipment, sailing holiday planning and accessory needs will be fulfilled. The Liverpool Boat Show is more than just a boat show, it is a festival to celebrate the boating world. By hosting marine Literary and Shanty festivals, constructing a floating entertainment stage and working with the Liverpool Comedy Festival, we are giving you an experience to remember. The Liverpool Boat Show will be the highlight of the 2011 marine calendar, so be sure you don't miss out: go online on or pick up the phone and book tickets now! Call: 0844 809 4620 www.liverpoolboatshow.com

Marine Industry Events Ltd, Working address: 85-87 Bayham Street, London, NW1 0AG. Marine Industry Events Ltd is registered in England & Wales.   Company number 06831405. Address: 37 Warren Street, London, W1T 6AD.

Liverpool Boat Show - A day out

Show organisers MIE today announced the fleet of Tall ships that will grace the Liverpool Boat Show next Spring in a glorious spectacle of maritime tradition.

The Dutch Tall Ships Astrid, and Oosterschelde will be sailing to Liverpool from Rotterdam, with crews of Liverpool youngsters arriving on the eve of the Boat Show's opening on April 29th and berthing in the Canning Half-Tide Dock.

 

The magnificent youth training Tall Ship Stavros Niarchos will also be in attendance, stationed on the Cruise Passenger Terminal where she will be offering day cruises for just £99, allowing intrepid visitors to experience a taste of life before the mast -  hauling ropes and setting sail for a ten-hour round trip in the Irish Sea.  The America's Cup veteran Sceptre, built in 1958, will be one of the nation's much loved yachts attending. Believed to be the only UK America’s Cup Challenger still within British waters, she will occupy a prime position in the Albert Dock. Spirit of Fairbridge, yet another Tall Ship youth training vessel, normally based on the Clyde, will be sailing in to the Boat Show on the 4th of May and making a grand entrance into the Canning Half-Tide in front of thousands of Boat Show visitors and spectators, after which she will remain until the show closes on May 8th.

Contact the organizers at the Liverpool Boat Show to find out more.