The Commodore and Committee would like to say a big ‘THANK YOU’ to everyone who gave up their time to make yesterday’s Regatta Day so successful.
Those who contributed to the teas or helped to prepare, serve and clear them up. Those who drove the liberty boats to bring the racing crews to and from their boats. Those who put up and took down the marquee. Those who helped out with Regatta administration.
In fact everyone who was involved.
We do appreciate your help – thank you.
Poorly marked lobster pots and fishing gear are a hazard to coastal sailors. Fishermen, too, report the loss of expensive gear as a result of entanglements. In one year alone the RNLI has dealt with 295 incidents of fouled propellers, and many encounters go unreported.
Many club members were saddened to hear that Colin Brown had recently passed away. The club would like to offer our deepest sympathy to his family. Here is an obituary written by his son Matt with contributions from friends and a picture of Colin at the helm of his Drascombe Coaster “Aziz”.
For the reassurance of members and staff, we have invested in a so-called ‘fogging’ machine which can disinfect whole rooms and items against both viruses and bacteria with minimal disruption and without using harsh chemicals.Please follow the one-way system to the toilets marked by arrows and notices.For the moment, showers have to remain closed because of the need to clean between uses. As before a 2m distancing policy is in operation throughout the club premises. Again, the Committee thank you for your patience over this extraordinary time – we aim to relax regulations and get back to normal as soon as it is considered safe to do so.
We look forward to seeing you at the club and on the water – stay safe.
During these unusual times, the Committee are keen to enable you to use club dinghies at HRSC. The RYA have advised us to proceed with caution, so as a first step we have decided to make club dinghies available to the Adult Sailing Group.
The following positions on the General Committee will be vacant as from the AGM in January 2016:
Rear Commodore Sailing
Honorary Secretary
Captain Dinghies
Captain Juniors
Captain Social
Captain Amenities
If you would be interested in any of these positions or need any further information please contact the Commodore, Mark Buckley, on 01326 281057 or email [email protected].
The Helford Sailing Club Dinghy Regatta was a thrilling event that showcased the impressive skills of both young and adult sailors. The competition was fierce, and the results of the HRSC Regatta clearly highlighted the talent and determination of the participants.
In the Under 18 category, Rafa Oakes and Gus Harris secured a well-deserved 1st place with their exceptional teamwork and sailing finesse. Martha Philpott’s impressive performance earned her the 2nd position, demonstrating her dedication to the sport. The 3rd place was secured by the dynamic duo of Lucas Shepherd and Jackson Cunliffe, whose joint efforts navigated them through challenging conditions.
The adult participants displayed their sailing prowess as well, with Jonathan Cunliffe clinching the top spot in the Adults category. Philip Philpott’s sailing skills earned him the 2nd place, while Rupert Whelan’s performance secured the 3rd position.
The regatta was a true testament to the dedication of the sailors and the supportive environment of the Helford Sailing Club. The event saw an impressive turnout of 14 junior participants, reflecting the enthusiasm and interest among young sailors. Despite the tricky conditions marked by strong gusts throughout the day, the sailors showcased their resilience and adaptability, even in the face of occasional capsizes.
Overall, the Helford Sailing Club Dinghy Regatta was a resounding success, with participants of all ages exhibiting their sailing abilities and contributing to the event’s vibrant atmosphere.
As always we would like to thank our Captains of Dinghies for their efforts to make the event happen as well as our Safety Boat Crew and everyone who assisted on the day.