Your Social Calendar for January 2023

As is usual at this time of year the river gets to look a completely different place, where in the summer there is hardly a mooring not used, to now its just a few of the working fishing boats on their moorings. The summer has been favourable to sailing this year with few if any cancellations in any races, there were a few yacht races when we did wonder if we would ever get back to the mooring, thank goodness for the engine, and full credit to those who always sail to their moorings.

Dinghy racing has been well attended on most outings with two very good regattas run by Captain Dinghies and his team; the training taking place over the last few weeks of the season has been a great success thanks to Keith Wilkin and Linda, some rising stars in laser racing are benefiting gaining confidence and skills.

My own last sail of the season was a leisurely cruise up to Gull Rock and back with Andrew on Morgawr in mid October, a stunning day with a good steady WNW wind.

The junior sailing finished at the end of the summer holidays and was well attended, thanks must go to our great team of qualified instructors who turn up each week and give their time to teach the next generation of HRSC sailors.

I look forward to seeing many of you in the club at our events throughout the winter months.

CHRIS HOSKEN – REAR COMMODORE SAILING

Hello and welcome to what will hopefully become a regular HRSC sailing update.

The RYA have issued guidance on what sailing activities can happen vs the government’s timetable. In summary organised activities are permitted from 29 March, and changing rooms and toilets can open from 12 April – when we should also be able to enjoy a socially distanced drink on the balcony 😀. From 17 May the club should be open indoors (subject to the rule-of-6), until 21 June when all restrictions will hopefully be lifted.

Ollie and Nathan are seeking new staff at HRSC. If any of your family or friends are interested, please get in with the office.

Bar Staff

Ollie our Bar Steward is seeking a personable, enthusiastic person to join our friendly bar team here at Helford River Sailing Club in Helford Village as we gear up for the busy summer season and looking to continue throughout the year.

Your duties:

You will need to be knowledgeable about beer, wine, spirits and non-alcoholic drinks.

Handle cash/card transactions accurately and efficiently.

Able to work in a fast-paced environment.

Provide our members with excellent customer service.

Maintain cleanliness and tidiness of the bar area, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.

Your Experience:

Previous experience working in a restaurant or bar setting is essential.

Strong communication skills and a friendly demeanour towards guests.

Kitchen Porter

Nathan our chef is seeking a KP(Pot Washer) aged 16yrs or over. No previous experience necessary. You will be vital addition to the friendly team at HRSC.

To all HRSC members from Helford River Navigational Aids Committee

Just an update on the navigational buoys in the river as at June 2016.

August Rock buoy replaced with a “new” buoy. New Light that is longer range. Green flash every 5 seconds
( Picked it up 3.2 miles out on a clear night at beginning of June)

Voose buoy rebuilt in stainless steel and base repainted.

Car Croc replaced with brand new east cardinal buoy. In addition it is now lit. Flash Quick (3) 10 seconds.

Bar buoy. Cleaned and repaired

A special thanks to HRSC for their help and to all those individuals who have contributed. If you have been meaning to contribute financially but just not got down to it, then it isn’t too late! There are continual ongoing running costs for this voluntary committee.

Email John Head (chairman HRNAC) at [email protected] for details