Newsletter 19 02 25
Published 22:00 on 18 Feb 2025
Welcome to WKSC Newsletter |
A round up of Club news this week... including sailing, training and upcoming social events. Also included are links to the Galley on Friday menu and current boats for sale. .. |
| A View from the Bridge |
It has been a quiet week sailing wise. The Easterlies are still sitting with us keeping this dry but cold weather system plonked over us, this system effectively put the kibosh on Sunday's sailing. Please be understanding of the Race Officer when they make this decision, it has to be made taking into account all abilities, not just for the few. As many of you have seen, the men's changing room refurbishment is underway. Peter Holt is leading the charge there. Please be mindful of his work, your patience is appreciated. We are looking at running a Volunteers Weekend on Sunday 2nd March - after Sailing at 14:00. As you all know, the Club is run by a cohort of Volunteers, but we always need more! There is so much to do and so many areas we would like to improve. This is from the boat storage, to decoration, to business plans. We will be 'advertising' the Club Departments, but also will be looking for assistance in marketing, design and a plethora of other tasks. If you have a particular skill set, which you think may be of use to the Club, come and find us and tell us how you think you can help! I f you don't have a 'skill set' per se, come and join in on one of the working parties as we prep the Club for the Season. I saw Tim James, our Bar Manager, last week and I wished him a speedy recovery after his operation. I'm sure you'll and join me in passing on our best wishes! Lastly, I believe the Stars had a fantastic party on Saturday with 74 people seated for dinner. I was very sorry I couldn't join you, very many thanks for the invitation. This event doubled as a wonderful celebration for Pam Wilcox's 96th birthday complete with Star cake!  Yours Aye, Chris |
| News & Notices |
Sue Capper Kay Eggleton   Boat Storage Dear Boat Owners, As we will soon be reaching the magical boat moving stage of the year, known as Tetris to our Yard Team, various teams will be moving Fireflies out of the Sheds, in addition to the Hilbres and Stars being brought out of their hibernation for the forthcoming season ahead.This will involve moving members boats around the yard to assist this process. Can I please ask that all boat owners check their boats, particularly ensuring there is air in the tires and importantly the boats are drained of water. Unfortunately, in moving one of the Falcons this winter, one of our volunteers sustained an injury from the boat being full of water. We all have a duty to ensure our boats are stored safely and in good order. Thank you in advance. With thanks Jonathan Atkinson The Gents Changing Room Repairs Just a quick update on renovation to the men's changing room. The problem with the shower outlets has been clearly identified, and the drainage has been inspected. Just waiting for the replacement gully to arrive and preparing to hack off the damaged plaster. Hopefully the changing rooms will be completed within the next couple of weeks. If we have any volunteers that like painting please get in touch.   Peter Holt Fabrics Chair Part Time Bar Staff Required If anyone knows of any suitable candidates, please contact office@wksc.org.uk.  The Menai Strait Joint Regattas committee would like to hear what sailors think about the Regattas. How can we encourage more to enter? Our opinion survey is now open. It is an online form which takes about 10 minutes to complete. The internal link is below https://members.wksc.org.uk/article/256061 SAILING MATTERS RULES SESSION for Introduction to Sailing Group David Taylor delivered a Rules Session for the Introduction to Racing Group last Saturday morning. The communication for this session wasnt as clear as it might have been with the result that a number of other members joined in but none the less it was very well received by the thirty enthusiasts attending.  David will deliver a rules update to a wider club audience on Saturday 8th March 10:30. Hell have got his head around some of the recent rule changes by then. You have to ask yourself if he cant understand them then what chance have I got, but hes the sort of chap that will resolve the problem areas into understandable chunks for mere amateurs…. Have faith! Thank you David. Last Sundays Tidal Arctic Series Racing - postponed Sundays Tidal Sailing suffered from adverse weather. It was breezy with a significant easterly component. For those who know the estuary this results in very gust conditions. In June perfectly doable but in February in 3 degrees …. Naaah. Saturday 22/3/25 Introduction to Racing Group Meet at the club 10:00 ready for sailing if conditions permit. (Note - food available to pre order. Form on the Bar) Next Sundays Lake Racing 23/5/25 11:00 The Early Spring Lake Series starts on Sunday 23/2/25 morning at 11:00. The forecast … no - lets take no notice of that yet - too early for accuracy ! 420s The 420s will be training up at Hollingworth Lake next weekend 22&23/5/25 No pics this time. RYA Dinghy & Watersports Show Farnborough International 22&23/2/25 For those who wish to catch up the various class association stands and attend the many great lectures and discussion groups this show is great day or weekend out. Shedly Matters It brings joy and inspiration to take a wander into the sheds to take in the great work going on in preparation for the season: Fireflies received a top quality paint job after a significant renovation project…. Yes we have a trainee learning painting techniques.  The new/old Falcon tractor also getting excellent restoration by Cleggy.  A Fife beauty to behold… over yonder.  Hilbres & Stars  Tony Marston Sailing Sec. The Galley on Friday The Galley has the wonderful Smash Bros this week. Click here for the menu. |
| Sailing and Club Calendar |
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What's on this week: Thursday 20th 12:30 - 15:00 Ladies Lunch Friday 21st First Aid Course (First Course 2025) Trraining Saturday 22nd 09:00 - 12:00 Saturday Morning Adult Improvers Course Training Saturday 22nd 10:00 - 12:00 Introduction to Racing 2024/2025 Training Saturday 22nd 14:15 - 19:00 Six Nations Sunday 23rd First Aid Course (Second Course 2025) Training Sunday 23rd 13:30 - 16:00 Sunday Lunch Sunday 23rd 15:00 - 17:00 Six Nations Monday 24th 18:00 - 22:30 TRAINING Pre-Season Evening Training Wednesday 26th 12:30 - 14:00 Gentleman's Lunch |
| Training |
| Power Boat (PB2) Course - 27th and 28th February. Cost £250 with a refund of £100 if you successfully complete the course and help with 10 safety boat sessions. Please click HERE to book. First Aid Course at WKSC. Click HERE to book your First Aid Course.  Event for all Coaches, Instructors and Training helpers. Please book your free ticket HERE  Click HERE to book your training course. We will be advertising externally this week so please book now if you wish to take a course.  |
| Events |
Your Club needs you! - Sunday 2nd March 2pm  An afternoon to come down and let us know what you would like your Club to do for you, and find out what you can do to help your Club. Do you have any areas of expertise or interest? We need help in everything from Sailing and Rescue, to painting and admin, or helping in the Yard! Please come down have a chat with our new Flags and Committees and see how we can improve our Club. We are all volunteers so all help is gratefully received. Hilbre Dinner - Saturday 1st March All welcome. Details on the poster.  Spring Brunch - Sunday 9th March Come down and enjoy a delicious brunch. Fabulous raffle to raise money for the Wilson Trophy. All Welcome. Get your tickets at the bar.  NEW - Thursday Talks - first talk next Thursday! Interesting talks about a variety of subjects will be starting in a few weeks. All welcome.  If anyone has a topic they think people would enjoy hearing more about, and would like to present it, please contact house@wksc.org.uk and we will see if we can find a date next year! Weekly Wednesday Quiz New members and teams are most welcome, just turn up. This is a lovely evening to come and enjoy the social side of the Club. 6 Nations Rugby Matches Great turn out for the last matches and a great atmosphere in the Club. Amazing food by Helen and Paul. Burgers will only be served on Saturday as there is a Sunday lunch in the Macdona Room on Sunday at 13.30. Details for bookings for Sunday lunch are below. The matches will be shown at the Club. All welcome, please remember to sign any guests in. The guest book is located by the entrance. The matches this week are: Saturday 8th - 14:15 Wales v Ireland, 16:45 England v Scotland - Bar hours extended bar open until 8pm Sunday 9th - 15:00 Italy v France Menu shown below   Sunday Lunches by Helen The fantastic Sunday lunches catered by Helen Brown and Paul Weston are back by popular demand! Once a month the Sunday menu will be served in the Macdona Room. Book your place by putting your name on the list behind the bar. Please pay in cash at the bar prior to the lunch. Last bookings by Thursday. Helen's number is 07855191308. |
| Other Information |
Galley on Friday Menu- click here |
| Boats for Sale |
Boats for sale - Click here to view Boats for Sale |
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Last updated 09:40 on 19 February 2025
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