Scorpion Open Event Sun 11th May

Evening Racing Wed 30th April

2008 Open Day

Sat 7th June

Shotwick Lake Open Day

Following the overwhelming success of last years Open Day, we are holding another one this year on Saturday 7th June.

It will be an opportunity for non-members to have a try at sailing and windsurfing. Just bring some clothes and trainers that you can get wet. Changing rooms and showers are available.
 

We will be opening the gates to the public from 11:00am until 4:00pm. We are a family oriented club and are proud of our facilities and actively encourage disabled and young sailors.  This will be an excellent opportunity for Shotwick Lake Sailing Club to show off our facilities and promote what our club has to offer. Members are encouraged to pass on the word and to let friends, family and work colleagues know about this great event. 
 

Last year our first open day saw an unprecedented number of visitors and we were rewarded with sunshine and a steady breeze for the whole of the afternoon. The clubs new Wanderer dinghies didn't stop for a minute taking visitors out for a "taster". Likewise, our Windsurfing Secretary, Peter was kept busy with "wannabe surfers" on the club simulator and on the water. This year we also have our six new Topper dinghies which will be in on the action too.
 

2008 Member
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The 2008 Membership form is now available. You can download it from the Join us page or Click Here.

Existing Members: Remember to renew your membership by 30th April to avoid paying the Joining fee!

Volunteer at Shotwick Lake Sailing Club

 Would you like to volunteer at Shotwick Lake Sailing Club?

Volunteers are an important asset to Shotwick Lake Sailing Club. Volunteering is a great way to:

• Have fun
• Meet new people
• Support the club
• Get on the water (if you want to)
• Learn and develop new skills
• Obtain qualifications
• Share peoples enjoyment
• Contribute to the ongoing success of sailing.

For more details of how you can make a difference contact Ron King or Tim Bowden by email: volunteering@shotwicksailing.org or speak to them in person at the club.

Volvo Champion Club status

Volvo Champion Club Status

Shotwick Lake Sailing Club has achieved the Volvo Champion Club status.

Dragon Sail

Shotwick Lake Sailing is the first club in North Wales to achieve full Dragon Sail status

Dragon Sail is an assessment of our procedures, equipments and instructor resource particularly to support junior development at the club.

Thank you to all those who make it happen!

Windsurf taster session 3rd May

Sat 26th April

RYA Level 1 & 2 Dinghy Sailing starts on Sat 26th April.

For more details of our training events view the Training calendar.
Contact Tim if you are interested in any of our training courses.

email: training@shotwicksailing.org

Sun 6th April 2008

Improving Racing Skills

This training day is available to existing members and is aimed at anyone who is interested in improving their racing skills. There is no cost for this training.

If you are interested, turn up 2:00pm - 5:00pm on Sunday 6th April.

Sat 29th March 2008

Instructor Training Day

This training day is designed for anyone who is interested in becoming an assistant instructor. There is no cost for this training.

If you are interested, please email Tim at:
training@shotwicksailing.org

Sat 22nd Sun 23rd March 2008

Bala Sailing Club Easter Regatta - Richard Jones 1st (Handicap fleet)

Shotwick's very own Richard Jones and his crew Ed Barnes took first place in the Handicap Fleet at the Easter Regatta held at Bala on 2nd - 23rd March

For more details and to see pictures and a video of the event read the full review on the Bala SC website here: www.balasc.org.uk

Sun 16th March Racing Started

Dinghy racing re-commence on Sunday 16th March.

As usual, the Spring series will consist of 9 weeks (18 races) with the first race starting at 10:30am.

Come and blow away those cobwebs and start the season as you mean to continue. 

Photos of the day can be seen here

The 2008 Club Calendar is now online.

This years calendar includes some one off shore based training sessions in February and March. Start time 7:00 at the sailing club.

Sat 1st Sun 2nd March Work Party

Work Party at the lake to renew the buoy anchors and chains. This is an important task required to enable racing at the club.

All help will be very much appreciated, please make every effort to attend when possible.

Welsh Sailing has a new website:

www.welshsailing.org

You can also get there by following the following link:

www.northwalessailing.co.uk

The Annual General Meeting for 2008 of Shotwick Lake Sailing will be held at 7.30 pm on Wednesday 13th February 2008, at the Deeside Royal Naval Association Club, Chapel Street, Connah’s Quay, Deeside, Flintshire, CH5 4SA (telephone 01244 830070). Each member will be receiving an official invitation in the very near future. All members are urged to attend this very important event in Shotwick Lake Sailing’s calendar.

Click here for map

After a very active year of training Tim Bowden has already planned next year. 2008 promises another great year for anyone wanting to improve their skills in a wide range of disciplines.

Our  new training dinghies have been very popular and they improve the learning experience while  the cost of courses is still kept to a bare minimum.

You should take advantage of our experienced and enthusiastic instructors and find a course suitable for you.

For more information take a look at the new Training Calendar 

or contact Tim at  training@shotwicksailing.org

Duty Rota

Members are being encouraged to choose their preferred dates for the 2008 Dinghy Racing Duty Rota. The blank duty rota chart is on the notice board in the clubhouse. Please put your name against three duties.

Also, changes have been made to the 2007 Race Duty Rota. Please check to see when your next duty is this season.

Click Here to view the updated 2007 Duty Rota

Please remember that if you cannot attend the assigned duty it is your responsibility to find a replacement!

Cross channel sail 11th -14th July 2008

Cross Channel Sail for Marie Curie.

Club members are invited to take part in a four day adventure across the Channel next year to raise funds for Marie Curie Cancer Care.

Four yachts will travel 300 miles from Portsmouth to St Malo, pausing for a brief stop-off at the Channel Islands.

The event is open to both experienced sailors and novices, while individuals, teams or groups of friends may apply. Marie Curie hope sailors, both novice and experienced, will join a wonderful and unique Channel crossing and help raise valuable funds for Marie Curie Cancer Care.