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The Phantom Menace
So our special correspondent, Nick Brown, was riding along on the safety boat today and put pen to paper to tell the story of the latest Twilight zone reports… "The Phantom Menace and the Bumper Car Buoy". It was a gloriously sunny evening at Shotwick, the kind that tricks you into thinking you're in the Mediterranean — until the breeze hits and you remember you're still in North Wales. A decent wind More »
7 May 2025
May the 4th be with?
Apologies for the Star Wars reference on this special day! Sunday 4th May, a three race day. Two Spring Series and an afternoon Spring Handicap Series. Safety Boat Helm, Matthew Bennett, was there to report on yet another very variable day of Shotwick racing… In the afternoon the force was certainly with the Miracles! Today sailors were greeted with some very challenging conditions, with some dramatic changes in pressure and direction which kept everyone More »
4 May 2025
Twilight - Race Four
Race Officer Gwyn Jones tells the story of Wednesdays twilight race: Twilight Series Race Report Shotwick Lake SC 30 April 2025 The Twilight Series at Shotwick Lake Sailing Club delivered an intriguing evening of racing, set against the backdrop of the warmest day of the year. With the sun casting golden light across the water and a forecast hinting at shifty conditions, competitors were greeted by a gentle, steady More »
1 May 2025
May Work Party
This Saturday, May 3rd, is another chance to help maintain the lake and Club assets. Firstly an apology from Les (Perry). I am sorry that the work party drops on a bank holiday weekend, but training activities planned for next Saturday meant the 3rd was the only option. However it does mean that its a chance to get work done in good weather! So whats on the work-list? - the cutting up More »
1 May 2025
April Regatta
The first regatta of the year was held on Sunday 27th April 2025. The regatta format consists of two morning races, back-to-back with a final afternoon race. Sunday was an almost perfect day, with the added frustration of a lack of wind! This saw race 2 being abandoned under the 25 minute rule. No surprise to see young Kieran Lewis (Aero 7) topping the podium for both race 1 and 3, building a results More »
29 Apr 2025
Fish and Chips and a Quiz
Friday May 9th @ 7pm. Shotwick Clubhouse is the place to be. Open to all members, families and friends, not only can you enjoy an excellent chippy tea or fish supper (depending where you are from), but you can show off your quizzing skills - I wonder if there will be any racing rules questions?! This should be a fantastic night and a chance to get to meet members and their often unseen support More »
29 Apr 2025
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Upcoming events
| May 11 |
10:30 - Spring Series Race 5 & 6, Spri…Race Officer Dave T Assistant |
| May 14 |
19:00 - Windward Twilight Series - Rac…Race Officer Eddie M Assistant Race Officer |
| May 18 |
10:30 - Spring Series Race 7 & 8, Spri…Race Officer Chris D Assistant Race |
| May 20 |
Border Counties Midweek Sailin…Border Counties 2nd race of the series.Briefing 10.30 1st race |
| May 21 |
19:00 - Windward Twilight Series - Rac…Race Officer Les the main man |
| May 25 |
10:30 - May RegattaRace Officer Les P Assistant Race Officer |
| May 28 |
19:00 - Windward Twilight Series - Rac…Race Officer Shan S |
| Jun 1 |
10:30 - Spring Series Race 9 & 10, Spr…Race Officer Vacant |
| Jun 4 |
19:00 - Windward Twilight Series - Rac…Race Officer Colin H |
| Jun 7 |
09:00 - Work PartyMonthly Club Working Party |
