John Kelly’s nomination story John became a member of Leigh Sailing Club in 1973 and continued as a member when they amalgamated with Lowton Sailing club to form Leigh and Lowton Sailing Club in 1986. He became a sailing instructor in 1984 and senior instructor in 1988.
“Flash has a lazy line and Jaffa has stirrups” – if this sounds like a Secret Service message, then you need to attend the One Minute Rescue training session on 5 May 2012. Please see attached flyer. Contact Ollie to book your place [email protected] One Minutes Rescue Flyer v1.pdf
Results There were 18 boats at the Leigh and Lowton Phantom Open on 15 April 2012 – which was a great turnout. Phantom racing in the North is growing. The winds were from the north (and east and west!) and about force 2 (and force 1 and force 3!). I think you get the picture! Cool temperatures and sunshine. The racing was close and the results showed 5 points ties! Andrew Wilde was the event winner. I can’t comment on any dual at the...
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Our annual NWJTT event will take place on Saturday 19th May. Competitors briefing at 10.30am, first race at 11.00am. Three races, two to count. Handicap, Youth and Optimist fleets (numbers permitting). The galley will be open all day, serving great food. Entry £7 per boat.
Do you need advice on rigging? Help with your tacking or just an opportunity to sail with the safety of a rescue boat whilst the flash is quiet? I am planning to be at the club on Saturday from 10am. There is a great forecast for fair weather sailing and all are invited both new and old, young and old. Mike Dean
Please contact Ollie Shaw ([email protected]) to book your training space on Saturday. The open on Sunday will commence at midday. 3 races, 2 to count. The galley will be available all day and spectators are welcome to enjoy the action from the new lounge.
Saturday – race 1 will start at midday, 2,3 and 4 to follow. Sunday – race 5 will start at 10am, race 6 will follow. Free camping on site and there will be a race night social on Sat eve. Further details
Glenn Rowe, a good friend of Ken Irwin’s, is continuing his great work with this event for Help for Heroes. If you can please support the event – if not by joining in the gruelling 37mile cycle ride then by making a donation. Any donations can be paid direct to www.bmycharity.com/GlennRowe. This is the easiest and preferred way to forward your donations, as it is commission free and part of the Help for Heroes Group. By using this method, you...