Newsletter: 2nd November 2020

Some Essential Reminders & Updates

Club Open – and then closed again

By the time you read this the Club will be OPEN   - Huzzah!  But only for three days. The Mosimann’s era commences. Get down there and check it out. Unfortunately, ALL the tickets for the Gala dinners are taken, but there is a waiting/reserve list.

The Gala dinners are effectively postponed – watch this space for updates.

 Roof Repairs

Please be aware that we have contractors in the Club from Tuesday 27^th October conducting roof repairs. We are anticipating the need for them to put up scaffolding towards the end of the week so please take care when moving in and around the forecourt.

Covid-19 regulations

Just to remind ALL Members that the current Covid Regs are still in place. Make sure you have a mask when you leave the house to visit the Club. It keeps you and our valuable staff, safe.

 Photo Competition

Last call for your entries. ~18 received so far. These will be accepted up until Friday evening 6^th Nov. After this judging will commence.

RNLI Christmas Cards

Due to the new restrictions we will not be offering RNLI Christmas Cards for sale within the Club premises. However these will still be on sale at the RNLI shop opposite the Club, if and whenever it is allowed to open.

 Vince’s Quiz

This has been cancelled for November.

 Voting for Young Sailor of the Year.

You have until 15^th November to vote for either Santiago Sesto-Cosby ‘Santi’ or Tim Hire. https://www.britishyachtingawards.com/vote-now/      

Voting for Outstanding Achievement  Award

You have until 15^th November to vote for Saunders Sails for this category. https://www.britishyachtingawards.com/vote-now/       

 Movie Night

The next movie night. . This has been cancelled.

Annual Ladies' Lunch 2020 - Postponed

Our Commodore's wife, Jenny Garlick warmly welcomes you to join her at the Annual Ladies’ Lunch on Wednesday 11th November at 12:00. A slight change from the normal October date, due to the catering changes going on at the Club, but all the better for waiting we hope you will agree, as our delicious 2 course lunch with tea or coffee will be provided by the new Mosimann’s team. We will inform you when the new date is,   but it is unlikely to be before the 3^rd of December.

29er Grand Prix 2 - In Weymouth

On the weekend of the 10^th/11^th October, four RLymYC boats took part in the GP2 held at WPNSA. (Weymouth and Portland National Sailing Academy)

It was our first event together and it was an exhilarating first event. Four boats entered from our Lymington training group, trained by Hattie Rogers and Ross Banham.

The weekend started with a windy first day with the first two races gusting twenty seven knots. For the next two races the wind dropped but the chop increased. It was a challenging day.

For the rest of the exciting story  -  click here

Junior Section Meteorology Talks

The Junior section has teamed up with “Opposite Tack”, founded by Miles Seddon in 2013 and he is offering two talks on meteorology for the younger sailor, although anyone can join in.

A link to his website -  http://www.oppositetack.com/about.html

The first talk is aimed at Oppie, Tera, and Feva Fleets, But all juniors welcome. and is on the 4^th Nov. and starts at 17:15 for 30 minutes.

Join Zoom Meeting

https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83263301942?pwd=QmlaSiswRG93SGI2anZodmhBbHVoUT09

 Meeting ID: 832 6330 1942

Passcode: 290069

The second is aimed at the Aero, Laser, 420, and 29er fleets and is on the 4^th Nov. and starts at 18:05 for 30 minutes

Join Zoom Meeting

https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86873197993?pwd=eHQ2blBaUGJheTBzZFRWSmZEUHBrQT09

 Meeting ID: 868 7319 7993

Passcode: 526993

Andrew & Sarah Richards

Junior fleet Captains

Cruising Lectures

Our next talk was going to be  ‘Introducing LITA – Lymington & District’s International Town Twinning Association’ will be given by LITA’s Chairman, Nessa Ainsworth.  Nessa will describe how twinning between similar towns develops and sustains links across international borders and how LITA has linked Lymington to 3 twin towns in France, Spain and Germany. For over 30 years reciprocal trips and visits have helped foster deep friendships, as well as the pleasure of experiencing real life in these delightful twin-towns. Language skills are not essential but a willingness to join in with an engaged group is invaluable. This will be scheduled for Thursday Evening from 18:15 starts at 18:30 and will only be available by Zoom.

https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83232079003?pwd=bGc0cDFMUDZULzZNR2tpc3ZHSi9DUT09

 Meeting ID: 832 3207 9003     Passcode: 938186

Last Thursday’s lecture ‘On Shoulders of Giants & the Talisker Whisky Atlantic Challenge 2020’ was delivered to a full house by Club member and skipper, Justin Houlton, plus two of his rowing crew, Rauri Hadlington and Dan Wakerley. Unfortunately, at the last minute their fourth crew member, Mark Golton, was unable to attend.  

For the full report Click here 

Power Boaters Ahoy. 

We have formed a small offshoot of the Cruising Group to provide further events for powerboats.  The speed of powerboats means that we can range further afield. 

How about a night in Chichester taking in a performance at Chichester Theatre? Or a night in Weymouth with a close look at the Jurassic Coast?

Two years ago, we had a successful RIBAX Raid around the Isle of Wight. Last year we nearly reached Southampton Airport up the River Itchen. Before the first RIBAX event we had a get together to find out what blew boat owners horns.  We would like to do it again and will discuss it at the Club when it reopens.

For more details click here

Jeanne Socrates DID win the bravery award 

Amplifon, a global leader in hearing care, organise a yearly prize to reward acts of bravery in at least eight different categories. One of which is the ‘Active Agers’ category for people over 60 years old who have done a jolly brave thing. We are very pleased to say that The 2020 Active Agers winner is Jeanne Socrates. This award recognises an individual aged 60 or over whose attitude and approach to ageing is an inspiration to us all. The winner has to be someone who has achieved significant success in the fields of sport, the arts, business, education or science and technology, or anyone who has accomplished a remarkable feat later in life. Jeanne Socrates became one such when she sailed into the record books last year and became the oldest person to sail around the world solo, non-stop and unassisted. The grandmother from Hampshire said “Winning this award is fantastic. I am absolutely staggered and I feel very humbled” The judges awarded the prize to her saying “At the time of life when people of her tender years are expected to be taking it easy, Jeanne went into turbo charge”  Well done Jeanne and many congratulations.

Read more here https://www.amplifon.com/uk/about-us/brave-briton-awards

Clothing & Clearance Sale - Some Club branded clothing & more

The new Shipmates Pirate shirt and Hoodies are now available to buy. £18 & £22 respectively. Contact Maria (Membership Sec.) to Order. See them here

Also the following end-of-line items are offered for sale.

They are available in Reception for viewing. It is first-come-first-served.

At reception there are 5 items of men's clothing at clearance prices which could make ideal presents for Christmas, or any other reason/Holiday.

1 GILL Navy full zip snug Men’s size XXL    £40

1 GILL Grey full zip snug Men’s size L    £40

1 GILL Grey Gilet Men’s size L   £40

1 Navy full zip fleece Men’s size L   £40

1 pair of Navy MUSTO salopettes in Men’s L   £80

They have all been severely reduced – Click here to view them.

RLymYC Functions - Ventilation

Following government guidance to ventilate buildings in order to prevent the spread of Coronavirus, the Club will be monitoring levels of Carbon Dioxide at events in order to ensure that our ventilation is adequate.

At the lecture last week the CO2 level was around 500ppm for the duration of the evening. Several windows and doors were open, and the room temperature was cool, and cold in places (If the levels rise above 600ppm then more ventilation is required).

We will continue to monitor this going forward, but please bear this in mind and wear warmer clothing if you are planning to attend a function.

Below is the link to the government advice on the subject.

https://www.hse.gov.uk/coronavirus/equipment-and-machinery/air-conditioning-and-ventilation.htm

Stephen Crates
RLymYC Safety