WKSC Newsletter 09 10 24
Published 01:00 on 9 Oct 2024
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 . |
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Belgian Waffle.. Nothing much to waffle about this week, except the very successful start of Tony Marstons introduction to racing course. I hear there are now more than 70 members signed up!! This is a very exciting addition to our training programme. I wish them every success and hope to see all very soon on the starting line. If anyone has not seen the Louis Vuitton final, well I can tell you that you missed some amazing match racing. I have asked for the America cup starting on Saturday to be shown on the big screen in the main room. The racing starts is on from 1-3pm on Saturday and 1-4pm on Sunday. Come down and watch the racing, subject to the weather in Barcelona of course, it should be worth it. Safe sailing everyone. Jean-Louis  |
Finance and Admin Manager position at WKSC As you probably know Sue is retiring soon and we need to find a new Finance and Admin Manager. We are advertising on various local websites and social media but if you know of anyone who might be interested in this job you can see the ad by clicking here. Office Hours Please note that Sue Capper will be in the office for only 3 days a week from next week - on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Fridays 09.00 - 16.00. We are hoping to provide volunteer cover on Mondays for any urgent business. Jonathan Edwards Hon Secretary |
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WKSC Winter Bar Hours
As the summer sailing season is coming to an end, the bar hours will be changing to reflect this. The Club will be closed on Monday and Tuesday nights throughout the winter. The winter bar hours (with the exception of booked events) from Monday 7th October will be: Monday Closed Tuesday Closed Wednesday 12.00 - 14.30 19.30 - 23.00 Thursday 17.00 - 23.00 Friday 17.00 - 23.00 Saturday 12.00 - 18.00 Sunday 12.00 - 18.00 (Note the bar may close earlier if it is empty) |
| Notices |
The Galley on Friday - Due to unforeseen circumstances the galley will not be able to serve food this Friday. The Bill Williams trophy Please see information below on how to enter, and if you're not sure please speak to Peter who will be glad to help!  |
| Training |
On Saturday morning 54 people attended the first session to Tonys Introduction to Racing which covered the first four basic rules of racing using footage from the Americas Cup. The format of the sessions was discussed along with resources required and from this it was decided to split the training into the following three groups: Juniors led by Mike Hartley, with the majority of training to take place in Fevas. Adult Introduction to Racing led by Tony Marston for adults who are confident on the water and are new to racing, either in their own boats or various club boats. And last but not least the RYA improvers course led by the Training Department. This will be for adults who are less confident on the water or have just completed a beginners course this year. Club boats will be used for this course. All the above will take place on Saturday mornings and we hope you will joins us after the debrief for a pint and pie in the bar. (Please dont forget to pre-order your pie before you go out on the water). With 75 people involved, we are looking forward to a fun, busy autumn/winter on the water while improving sailing skills. |
| Events |
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Weekly Wednesday Quiz - Starts 9th October The winter quiz starts again on Wednesday 9th October 20:00. The quiz is run by the fantastic Jennifer Wilkinson. Any help with the quiz questions or rounds would be greatly appreciated. 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. Our End of Season Party - Saturday 12th October Come along and help celebrate our fantastic sailors and their achievements this year, and thank our incredible training team, rescue crews and all our volunteers. House will provide a bit of food. All welcome. If you would like to come please click here to get your FREE TICKET with Free food on the website or alternatively put your name on the list on the notice board.  Fred's Party - Saturday 19th October All welcome - Tickets at the Bar.  Halloween Party with the Boatshed of Horrors - Saturday 26th October Come and join us for this fantastic evening. Tickets must be booked through the bar, cash only. Book early to avoid disappointment.  Fireworks Night - Saturday 2nd November All welcome - members and non-members. Facilities open from 5.30pm including food, outside bottle bar & mulled wine plus a coffee van with cake!  |
| Boatyard |
 We are trying to find out who owns this boat - a Topper Topaz Magna, currently in WKSC yard. If you are the owner, or know who is, please email boatstorage@wksc.org.uk as soon as possible. Thank you Yard Manager |
| Other information |
The Galley on Friday - Due to unforeseen circumstances the galley will not be able to serve food this Friday. Boats for Sale New boat for Sale - Laser 2000 New boat for Sale - Falcon 34 Sea Eagle Click here to view Boats for Sale If you would like something added to the newsletter please contact newsletter@wksc.org.uk |
Last updated 15:10 on 10 December 2024