Leg Stretch

Don't forget there's a walk this Sunday 22 January. Meet at the club at 11am.

Bring your own sandwiches, and Andrea says 'let them eat cake!' (which will be provided)

Sad News

It is with sadness that we have learnt of the death of long standing member Jimmy Currie after a long illness. Although not an active sailor, he helped in the background for many years. Our thoughts are with his wife Isobel, son and daughter Neil and Liz, and their families. The funeral was held at Crosthwaite Church, Keswick.

Santa Pops In

This weekend there was another glorious view from the club of the half snow covered slopes of Skiddaw. Despite his busy schedule, Santa again found time to call in at the club while the children's party was taking place. Having played various games, the children tucked into an expansive buffet, before Santa's arrival by launch aided by various less than elf-like helpers. Carols were sung, including an impressive solo verse by Jack Telford, and Santa handed out some early presents for children young and old!

Strictly Alternative

So the sailing's over, but the competition continues. Here you have the finals of the Bass Strictly Can't Dance competition.

(Sorry but you need internet explorer to see this video)

Minimalist?

The work to the changing rooms is nearing completion - well the stripping at least! Definitely past the point of no return...

Flat screen TVs, couches, real log fire and a lager pump. What more could the men ask for? Well there's no harm in asking!

60th AGM

The final day of the season proved to be too windy to tempt anyone out to sail, so the Winter Trophy was won by  Joan/Jack Hardie on fleet handicap and Ethan Dawson, crewed by dad Robin, on personal handicap basis. Though windy, and a little threatening rain wise, it stayed dry for many boats to be packed away and removed from site.

For those that still have boats in the shore side boat park please be aware that the lake is high, and boats should be relocated to higher ground, or removed from site for the close season.

After lunch the 60th AGM was held.

In addition to his report, the Hon Sailing Secretary's gave a summary of the recent questionnaire sent to all members. The consensus from the 67 replies received is that the current way the sailing programme is structured is generally acceptable.

Following completion of the audit, the accounts which have been slightly revised from those distributed to members, were considered and approved.

The following subscriptions were agreed for 2012.

The following members were elected on to Council.

Commodore - Stephen Kirkpatrick
Vice-Commodore - Andy Smith
Secretary - Pauline Nicholson
Treasurer - Neil Garrison
Sailing Secretary - Roy Blackburn
Rear Commodore - Dave Nicholson
Asst Sailing Secretary - Claire Duncan
Bar - Elaine Hunt
Boats & Buoys - Stephen Hunt
Galley - Becky Dawson
Grounds & Jetties - Mark Somerville
House - Alan Jones
Membership - Dave Lawson
PRO - Mik Chappell
Training - Emma Davenport
Safety -  Peter Ballard
Social - Andrea Kirkpatrick
Youth Squad - Des Wright

Fleet Captains
Flying 15 - Ian Preston
GP14 - Val Bell
Mirror - Mik Chappell
Handicap - Robin Dawson
Topper - Ethan Dawson

The Commodore thanked those members stepping down from council for all their hard work during their term of office.

The proposed rule change regarding life membership was approved following an amendment from the floor.

There being no further business to discuss, the meeting closed.

Can you help?

Lesley Anderson (as we know her) daughter of founder member, and former trustee, the late Bill Anderson recently called in at the club to catch up with old(?!) friends. We have received the following email which is self explanatory

I have started dinghy sailing again in Cyprus and and having more fun sailing here than I have for years on bigger boats. It is great being back close to the water, and it is warm here!

The club is called PISC (Pahpos International Sailing Club)

The club started dinghy sailing last year and now has an assorted fleet of seven!

I seem to remember that my father was the seventh boat to join at Bass so it takes me back a bit

I wish to help all I can to build the up the sailing at PISC and they are having a problem finding a replacement for a GP14 main sail.

I was wondering if you could source a really cheap old main sail for us and send it to Rod the commodore.

I will fund the cost of the sail and postage if you can help.

Best Wishes Lesley

If you can help please email us and we will pass on the information