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Cadets afloat : 23rd April 2021
When I came down to the Club last Friday morning and saw the conditions, I never thought we would have such a wonderful first night!! Although still breezy, the sea state had improved and the sun was shining so all cadets made it afloat. Our thanks to the rib team of: John E, Rob and Steve M who, by launching the ribs in the morning, ensured we could sail asap on the rising tide.
Published 15:11 on 29 Apr 2021
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Spring 5 : 18th April 2021
Any concern about whether or not there would be breeze was quickly dispelled when race team Steve and Luke Sheridan went out to the race box to feel a lovely 5-10 knot Easterly although this did shift between S and E a few times during the racing. Six Squibs, Six fast handicap and Four slow handicap dinghies ventured out into the Solent on a gloriously sunny spring afternoon although there was still a nip
Published 10:11 on 20 Apr 2021
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HRH The Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh
We were all deeply saddened at the news of the death of His Royal Highness, Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh and I am sure you will wish to join the Commodore and Flag Officers as we mourn the passing of this extraordinary man. Our thoughts are with Her Majesty The Queen and the Royal Family at this time. The club ensign will be flown at half-mast until 0800 on the day after the
Published 09:44 on 12 Apr 2021
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Commissioning Cup : April 4th at 1600
6 Squibs and 13 other fast and slow handicaps on the line for an all Class start, average lap race.Course: Windward- broad reach- "Fairway"- shy reach - leeward Mark -line.Results: https://www.halsail.com/Result/Public/52790 . Well done Sam and Emma ! .F2-3. Bright, bright sunshine!!
Published 11:03 on 23 Mar 2021
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Cadet Powerboat registration is now full .
Subject to planned relaxing of lockdown we are planning to start the Cadet Powerboat group again in April 2021. As before it will teach novice, or previously experienced Cadets (over 8 and under 18) to drive a club Rib safely and confidently. There will be no RYA competition this year however, we plan to run the local heat giving us all something to aim for. Many of our prior year cadet powerboat group have gone
Published 17:39 on 5 Mar 2021
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Welcome to RVYC Cadets 2021!
We are delighted to announce that we are back and Cadet Registration is now open ! After the Government's announcement last week, we are confident that we can now proceed with our planned OnBoard cadet programme for this year. We are so looking forward to the Club re-opening and seeing you all out on the water. Initially we will run the afloat sessions in a similar way to last season
Published 17:35 on 5 Mar 2021
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Update on the 2021 on the water season
At last, following on from the Prime Minister's announcement of the roadmap to lifting lockdown restrictions, we can start to finalise plans for our 2021 season of on-the-water events. The RYA has just today updated its guidelines and interpretation of how this will affect clubs' operation you can read their very helpful FAQs here https://www.rya.org.uk/.../Covid%20FAQs%20in%20England... . The following are our initial thoughts on how we hope we'll be able to take things forward
Published 11:16 on 1 Mar 2021
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Update to members in Tier 4
From 31st December 2020 only recreational boating can take place at the rvyc ; no organised events are permitted. Members can access the dinghy park and pontoon for essential maintenance and to check their boats. If you are going boating, please remember to take care - there will be no safety support by the club and you take to the water at your own risk. The club grounds will be open to allow
Published 10:37 on 1 Jan 2021
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Winter Series starting 3rd January 2021
No laying up for RVYC keen racers this year ! Sign up for both racing & duties please for the Winter Series 2021 .
Published 11:26 on 15 Dec 2020
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New Years Day Race
Dust off your 2020 cobwebs & take part in a pursuit race for all Club boats from Optimist to Wasps ! Please register an interest to office@rvyc.org.uk
Published 11:24 on 15 Dec 2020
