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Protests - Tuesday 26 May at 7pm
Protests - What are they, how do they work and what do I do? Join us to find out how to protest, what happens, how it works and what to do & not do. The usual format of informal discussion and presentation with some of the club coaches. This session is ideal for club racers, kickstarters, club & regional race coaching attendees. We also encourage parents of
Published 17:09 on 24 May 2020
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Quiz Night - Sunday 24 May at 7.30pm
Join us for a light hearted and social quiz. Bring a pen & paper, drinks & nibbles and zoom in to spend the evening with friends. A few general knowledge rounds and a few sailing themed questions too! Please see the club member's portal or this week's Answering Pennant for the zoom meeting details.
Published 20:48 on 18 May 2020
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Update from the Commodore
Following the recent announcements from the Government, we are pleased to be able to announce that we can begin to ease restrictions on our club and the site around it. We will be able to open the site for limited use on Sunday 17th May. Members will appreciate that a huge amount of work has taken place to get to this point. I am grateful to Stuart O'Rourke and John
Published 12:41 on 14 May 2020
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Zoom Coaching recordings now available!
Have you have missed our coaching sessions that have been carried out via zoom during lockdown? Would you like to catch up on them with a cup of tea at your own leisure? All sessions are now available here in the members portal
Published 10:52 on 13 May 2020
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Update from the Commodore
Committee have heard the words from Boris Johnson this evening (10th May) and we will review the guidance along with guidance from the RYA and Central Government. We will issue a statement to members by email as soon as possible.
Published 18:29 on 10 May 2020
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Paul Thomas-Peter's Funeral Arrangements
Many members have been asking about arrangements for Paul Thomas-Peter's funeral and if they can make a donation in his memory. The following is a message from Helen, Paul's wife... Paul's funeral will take place at York Crematorium at 14.20 on Thursday 30th April. Due to the Covid-19 restrictions, only close family members are able to attend. A live stream of the service will, however, be available at https://youtu.be/UIXvomLLQ0Y. If anyone wishes to make
Published 07:23 on 30 Apr 2020
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RSC Club Quiz
Thank you to all those who took part in the RSC Club Quiz recently. This is the last call for entries - all the questions are listed below, and entries can be sent to social@ripon-sc.org.uk. Day 1 1. Sail on sailor was a hit for which 'Boys' in 1973? 2. Who is Peter Hernandez more likely to be known as? 3. Who was the youngest sailor to circumnavigate the world?
Published 11:45 on 28 Apr 2020
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Are You Barton Marine's Rising Star?
Barton Marine are looking for their next "Rising Star"... could this be you? The Barton Marine Rising Star is open to: Any individual young sailor between the ages of 12-20 (on 01/01/2020) Based in the UK Participating in regular dinghy or One Design keel boat racing If successful, they will be rewarded with: The title of Barton Rising Star for a minimum of 12 months Full complement of Barton equipment throughout
Published 09:00 on 26 Apr 2020
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Join In!
Lots of virtual social & sailing activities planned for this weekend and next week, please check out edition 2 of our lockdown weekly newsletter - The Answering Pennant which will arrive in your inboxes on Saturday. All links and information are available via the member portal of the website. The calendar has all the dates & times listed too.
Published 09:50 on 25 Apr 2020
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Paul Thomas-Peter
It is with great sadness that we have to report the death of club member Paul Thomas-Peter, after a long and very bravely fought battle with cancer. Paul passed away peacefully, at home with his wife Helen, on Easter Saturday. Paul was a very competitive member of the Medium Handicap fleet sailing his Streaker with considerable success but perhaps making more of a mark with his British Moth, particularly on
Published 12:08 on 12 Apr 2020