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Early Spring Series 9/10 of 12
As the fantastic weather continues, Simon Dolman reports on the penultimate weekends racing in the Early Spring Series. Race 9 With Mr. Commodore away, 19 boats hit the water in a determined bid to seize some early series points. The fleet was eager off the line, with a competitive start causing a few casualties and penalties. Matt, on flying form in his Solo, was first to the windward mark, followed closely by More »
6 Apr 2025
Membership chats
On Saturday Membership Secretary, Karen, held an informal info session for members old and new to run through Club guidelines, hints and tips and was on hand to help members renew memberships for the next 12 months. If you missed it and have any questions simply contact Karen on membership@shotwicksailing.org Photo: Beth More »
6 Apr 2025
Twilight racing Wednesdays
The April Work Party was a superb success, with all jobs and more, being completed by an enthusiastic team of members. The next work party is on Saturday May 3rd - make sure you pop it into your diary. After the work party some members took to the water and enjoyed a very lively social sailing session, including Jonathan Davies who christened his newly varnished Miracle, succumbing to the gusty weather! Spring is More »
5 Apr 2025
April Work Party
Wow another working party already. Everyone is invited to contribute to the upkeep of the Club facilities. If you have any super powers/skills just let Les know and hell make sure you are fully utilised! But otherwise all that is needed is a bit of enthusiasm - bring suitable clothing and footwear. Activities run from 9 until midday. Saturday 5th April brings another opportunity for family Shotwick to meet at 9am to tackle yet More »
30 Mar 2025
Windy!!
Early Spring Series races 7 and 8. Sailing Secretary, Simon Dolman, had a wild day on the water. Heres his racing report. See some of the action https://youtu.be/1--A8XaZCxs?si=_Y_cRAypMk_fMs3Q , videos Sara B, Ian D, Andy D, John W. Race 7: The day kicked off with very strong winds, keeping many would-be sailors nervously monitoring the conditions before launching. With gusts hitting 30 mph, several boats opted not to race. Nevertheless, nine brave More »
30 Mar 2025
Shifty winds and changeable placings!
Sunday 23rd March: Early Spring Series 5/6. Todays race report from Sailing Secretary Simon Dolman. Race 1: The first race kicked off with some drama as a crowd at the favoured starboard end of the start line resulted in a few casualties. The light, shifty winds made for tricky conditions, but they also allowed some sailors to fetch the windward mark directly, gaining an early advantage. Kieran delivered a fantastic performance, More »
23 Mar 2025
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Upcoming events
| Apr 9 |
19:00 - Windward Twilight Series - Rac…Race Officer |
| Apr 13 |
10:30 - Early Spring Series - Race 11…Race Officer Mark H Assistant Race Officer Andrew |
| Apr 16 |
19:00 - Windward Twilight Series - Rac…Race Officer Simon Gobby Assistant Race Officer Andrew |
| Apr 20 |
10:30 - Spring Series Race 1 & 2, Spri…Race Officer Vacant Assistant Race Officer Vicki H |
| Apr 23 |
19:00 - Windward Twilight Series - Rac…Race Officer Vacant Assistant Race Officer Andrew D |
| Apr 27 |
10:30 - April RegattaRace Officer Jonathon E |
| Apr 30 |
19:00 - Windward Twilight Series - Rac…Race Officer Gwyn J Assistant |
| May 3 |
09:00 - Work PartyMonthly Club Working Party |
| May 4 |
10:30 - Spring Series Race 3 & 4, Spri…Race Officer Vacant |
| May 7 |
19:00 - Windward Twilight Series - Rac…Race Officer Mark H |
