Tidal Diamond No. 494

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RENEWALS 2016

Please be aware that the first session on Friday February 5th will start at 20.30 hrs not 20.00hrs.

Thank you

Jan Sobey
Assistant Secretary

2016/17 Bar Duties

I will be building the bar duty roster for the next membership year over the next couple of weeks. If you did a bar duty this year I will assume you’d like to have the same number of hours next year unless you tell me differently by email.

If you didn’t do any bar duties this year but would to volunteer this year please email me in the next 2 weeks.

Full training will be provided if you are not yet bar trained or would like a refresher.

Thanks,

Jason Chipper
Bar Manager
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Dinghy Insurance

Is your Dinghy stored on a road trailer?

When renewing my dinghy insurance (with Towergate Mardon), I found out that, because I store my dinghy on its road trailer, it is not insured for theft unless the road trailer is fitted with a wheel clamp. If you chose to store your dinghy in this way, you are advised to check your own insurance to make sure that you are covered for theft.

Will Stokely
Sailing Secretary

Tidal Diamond No. 493

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BOSUN’S TENDER – UNSEAWORTHY – DO NOT USE

The Bosun’s Tender has been declared unseaworthy and is not to be used with immediate effect. It is planned to repair the tender as soon as possible but, due to the nature of the work, we will have to wait until we have warmer weather.

Steve Jones
Bosun

Galley Volunteers Required 24th & 31st January

There are 2 remaining duties in this membership year that require volunteers. Do you need maintenance hours? If so, and even if you’re not galley trained, please contact me socialsec as soon as possible.

2016-2017 Duties: If you would like to volunteer for galley or BBQ duties for the numerous events to be held this year please contact me in the next 2 weeks please. socialsec

Thanks

Steve Francis
Social Secretary

Vacancy for Club Welfare Officer

Fiona Bowles, our current Club Welfare Officer has decided to step down due to the imminent arrival of a new baby. Thank you to Fiona for her work as Welfare officer over the last year. We now need to appoint a new Club Welfare Officer, whose main responsibility is the safeguarding of our cadets. The job description, child protection policy and good practice guidelines are attached but please contact me if you need any more information. Please send applications to me by Wednesday 27th January, so that the appointment can be considered at the February Exec Committee meeting.

Hannah Barnes
Commodore

Immobilise

Immobilise is the world’s largest FREE register of possession ownership details and together with its sister sites the Police’s NMPR and CheckMEND, forms a very effective tool in helping to reduce crime and repatriate recovered personal property to its rightful owners. Immobilise can be used by members of the public and businesses to register their valued possessions or company assets, and exclusive to Immobilise all account holders registered items and ownership details are viewable on the Police national property database the NMPR.

Mark Webb
Hampshire Constabulary Marine Unit

Open Meeting on Fish and Wildlife of Langstone

PLSA has organised an open meeting to discuss The Deterioration of the Marine Fish and other Wildlife in Langstone Harbour. It is on January 25th from 7:30 to 9:30 in the ECA clubhouse. There are some space limitations so if you are interested in attending could you please let me know at secretary.east.

Paul Tansom
PLSA Rep.

Charts of the Solent & Langstone Harbour Friday 22nd January 2016

I’ve the following charts which TSC members might like to compare with reality today; there have been some interesting changes in the last 60 years.

Also two books:
How to Read a Nautical Chart, Nigel Calder, 2003.
Creeks and Harbours of the Solent, K.Adlard Coles, 6th Edition, 1959.

They’ll be layed-out in the Club between 20:30-21:30, Friday 22nd January 2016.

Terry Smith

Antifoul Removal Service – are you interested?

This year, my intention is to have Basil, my Westerly Griffon, soda blasted to remove unknown numbers of antifoul applications. This will probably lead to a new epoxy coating system being applied before I antifoul again. Having approached the Bosuns’ Committee, the suggestion made is that I wait until all other boats are launched (after launch weekend, the 2/3 April 2016) to have the works carried out. This would mean easier access for the company doing work, less mess within the compound, longer evenings to finish working and hopefully better weather!

So to assist in reducing the costs of the blasting, is there anyone else interested in having their hull prepared in the same manner? The more boats which are done, the cheaper the whole process becomes for everyone having the blasting carried out. At the time being, my thoughts are to go with a company called Symblast (mickywillis or call me on 0208 337 1259 evenings and we can discuss. I currently have one other boat keen to have antifoul removal carried out, so if you are tired of scraping, fed up with the mess and your back is aching, message me!!

Thanks,

Micky Willis

Ref. Ian DuCane Gig purchase

I would like to thank all those supporters of the rowing Gig idea who turned out on a “Grotty” Sunday morning. Although there are enough people in support to take the idea forward it appears that others are considering the situation. I am minded therefore to allow the situation more time to develop and I am prepared to personally carry the costs of insurance etc. for a few weeks to give time for reflection. All those who would like to support this venture in whatever capacity please ensure that I am made aware of your interest by phone, text or email. I will report on the situation as it unfolds.

Ian DuCane

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Tidal Diamond No. 492

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Thank You

Those of us who were there, will be aware of the debates we had an the Club’s AGM. One important point that was inadvertently missed out, was a vote of thanks to the members standing down on the Executive Committee and on other Club Committees. I hope Members will join me in recording a vote of thanks for the valuable service rendered by the Committee Members and Officers.

Chris and Lin Goodyear

Renewals

If you have any Club Duty Logs that have not yet been signed/or sent to Jan Sobey, please could you do this as soon as possible. If your duties are not recorded then you will be charged for any outstanding hours when, you receive your renewal invoice.

Many thanks

Jan Sobey
Assistant Secretary

Vacancy for Club Welfare Officer

Fiona Bowles, our current Club Welfare Officer has decided to step down due to the imminent arrival of a new baby. Thank you to Fiona for her work as Welfare officer over the last year. We now need to appoint a new Club Welfare Officer, whose main responsibility is the safeguarding of our cadets. The job description, child protection policy and good practice guidelines are attached but please contact me if you need any more information.

Please send applications to me by Wednesday 27th January, so that the appointment can be considered at the February Exec Committee meeting.

Hannah Barnes
Commodore

Vacancy for Assistant Secretary

Following the AGM there was no nomination for the Assistant Secretary role, whose main duties are handling renewals and taking the exec minutes. If you are interested in the role then please contact myself or Paul Megson for more details. In the short term Jan Sobey has volunteered to assist with renewals for 2016 and to handover to a new assistant secretary. Thanks to Jan for her help.

Hannah Barnes
Commodore

Presentation Evening
Saturday 6 February

If you had a good season come and collect your awards or come and support those who did.

Full details to follow.

Sandie Parker

Purchase of 15ft Gig by Ian DuCane

I was disappointed that the idea to start a Gig rowing section failed to gain the necessary enthusiasm from the majority of the club members and after the vote I was minded to allow the whole idea to “fall into history”. However I was immediately approached by several members who were very supportive of the idea and expressed a strong desire to purchase the boat privately. I was thus immediately swung back to a more positive frame of mind and I have now purchased the Gig that was for sale, there was no time to lose as I had already stalled the advertising of the boat for over a month and I owed the owners a prompt decision.

I am planning on collecting the boat on Thursday of this week so it should be available for interested parties to scrutinise at the weekend. I am planning on being at the club at 0900hrs on Sunday morning to meet any interested members.

Anyone interested in supporting this venture with a view to possibly purchasing a share of this Gig should either turn up on Sunday, or contact me by phone or email prior to Sunday morning. Tel: 07775916077; email: ianducane.

I am sure this will be a fun boat for all involved.

Very Best Regards

Ian Ducane

Does your Laser need a new cover?

At the end of season dinghy meeting it was observed that there are quite a few lasers that could do with a new cover. I have approached several suppliers and have managed to secure discounts for a bulk buy of 10 or more covers. The current best price is £64 from Rooster Sailing – https://www.roostersailing.com/pd/Laser-Top-Cover-in-1680D-Polyester-High-UV-resistant_100685.htm

If you need a new cover and would like to take advantage of this offer then please let me know by Friday 29th January.

Hannah Barnes
Commodore

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Tidal Diamond No. 491

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Committee Vacancies

After the Nomination Meeting, we had no nominees for several posts; since then, Jan Sobey has decided not to stand again as Hon. Secretary and Rob Waring has decided to step down as Vice Commodore due to a promotion at work. The good news is that Paul Megson has decided to stand as Hon. Secretary. So we need the following vacancies to be filled at the AGM:

• Vice Commodore
• Rear Commodore
• Assistant Secretary
• Sailing Secretary
• Sailing Committee (2 members)
• Bosun’s Committee (3 members)
• Social Committee (1 member)

At the risk of sounding like a stuck record, please think long and hard about how you could contribute to help the club run. It will be very difficult for Hannah, as the new Commodore, to run the club properly with vacancies on the Exec Committee and without half of the Bosun’s Committee.

If you do not offer to stand, then please do not complain when things that you want to happen don’t happen.

If you want to find out more about what the posts involve, please feel free to talk to me or the club officer for the relevant committee.

Richard Gunn
Commodore

Renewals

If you have changed your address and haven’t informed the Hon Secretary please could you do so as soon as possible – renewals may prove difficult otherwise!

Many thanks,

Jan Sobey
Hon Secretary

Tidal Diamond No. 490

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Committee Vacancies

After the Nomination Meeting, we had no nominees for several posts; since then, Jan Sobey has decided not to stand again as Hon. Secretary and Rob Waring has decided to step down as Vice Commodore due to a promotion at work. The good news is that Paul Megson has decided to stand as Hon. Secretary. So we need the following vacancies to be filled at the AGM:

• Vice Commodore
• Rear Commodore
• Assistant Secretary
• Sailing Secretary
• Sailing Committee (2 members)
• Bosun’s Committee (3 members)
• Social Committee (1 member)

At the risk of sounding like a stuck record, please think long and hard about how you could contribute to help the club run. It will be very difficult for Hannah, as the new Commodore, to run the club properly with vacancies on the Exec Committee and without half of the Bosun’s Committee.

If you do not offer to stand, then please do not complain when things that you want to happen don’t happen.

If you want to find out more about what the posts involve, please feel free to talk to me or the club officer for the relevant committee.

Richard Gunn
Commodore

Cruiser Relaunch 2016

All Cruiser Owners, please note that the Relaunch Date for 2016 will be over the weekend of Saturday 2nd April and Sunday 3rd April 2016.

Steve Jones
Moorings Bosun

Tidal Diamond No. 489

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Invoices

Please can I remind all cruiser owners who have not yet settled their Winter Compound and Hoist fee invoice to do so as soon as possible, payment must be made at the very latest by the end of the month.

Can I also ask that anyone who has done club duty , other than via dutyman, to get the appropriate person to sign your duty log, and get it to me as soon as possible. I would like to get the database as up to date as I can before Renewals, which are fast approaching.

Thank you,

Jan Sobey
Hon Secretary

Christmas Draw

Winners were:

• First Prize – Andy Abbinett
• Second Prize – Pete Machell
• Third Prize – Mike Phyall

Unclaimed prizes available at AGM for:

• Leslie Reed – Candles
• Frank Sharvall – Gift voucher
• Rob Waring – Table runner
• Jan Sobey – Solar torch
• Hannah Barnes – Bottles of beer
• Pete Codd – Bottle of wine
• Mike Waring – Bottle of wine

Sarah Vanes

Tidal Diamond No. 488

Diary Dates

Invoices

Please can I remind all cruiser owners who have not yet settled their Winter Compound and Hoist fee invoice to do so as soon as possible, payment must be made at the very latest by the end of the month.

Can I also ask that anyone who has done club duty , other than via dutyman, to get the appropriate person to sign your duty log, and get it to me as soon as possible. I would like to get the database as up to date as I can before Renewals, which are fast approaching.

Thankyou,

Jan Sobey
Hon Secretary

Darts Match – The Return
Friday 29th January 2016 7.30pm

Please come along and support the TSC darts team at Langstone Sailing Club. This is the 2nd leg of the interclub tournament and we need your support to continue our winning streak!
Steve Francis
Social Secretary

AGM January 2016 AOB
Proposal to require all TSC Helms to be qualified to RYA Powerboat Level 2 within 5 years

In my previous role as Dinghy Captain I was responsible for the initial draft sailing calendar and I also spent many an enjoyable day helming and crewing our array of Patrol Boats in support of that programme. I’ve seen very many skill levels throughout my time on the water and believe that the time is right for the club to move towards nationally recognised qualifications for all helms. The attached document gives the proposal for the AGM and my supporting evidence which includes a series of financial options.

I would urge you all to read the document before the AGM. It is four pages long and by its very nature has detail written all over it. Those that know me are now permitted a wry smile… But this is my opportunity to grab your attention and ask for your support for the proposal. I am more than willing to answer all questions that you may have and I’m fully prepared to stand up and give an overview at the AGM. Understandably it may well prove to be an emotive subject and in our wonderful world of democracy I urge you to attend and vote. I would like to think the weight of argument is fully in favour, but we are all allowed a view and the AGM is the place to express that support or rejection.

So read, inwardly digest, and take a while to think; we may be happy with the current system and see no reason to change. But, I firmly believe that Tudor needs to continue its positive steps for the future and build on our recent purchase of additional RIBs for on water support and the purchase, with a Sport England grant, of three brand new RS sailing dinghies. And now a move for qualified Patrol Helms.

See you for the Boxing Day Race? I’ll be in the RIB….

Have a great Christmas one and all

Phil Bryant.

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Christmas Party – Sat 12 Dec

Don’t forget that it will be American Supper style. Please bring along food for all to share. If you need to know what to bring please let me know.

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It would also help to know numbers that are coming so please send me a message or email to confirm.

Steve Francis
Social Secretary

Christmas Draw

Don’t forget to get your tickets for the Draw on the 18th, available behind the bar. Tickets will be sold on the night too. Looking forward to seeing you for a good sing along to Carols, music kindly provided by Steve Yoxon and his fellow musicians.

Sarah Bryant
Membership Secretary

Patrol Boat Helm or Crew needed for Boxing Day Race

Our helm for the Boxing Day Race has had to withdraw, so we need to find another volunteer for the event, scheduled to start at 11:30 on 26th Dec. The place can be filled by either a helm or crew (the person scheduled to crew is also qualified to helm). If you would like an excuse to escape for a few hours on Boxing Day then please either volunteer on Dutyman or contact one of the sailing committee.

Janice Bell
Sailing Secretary

New Year Party

Due to minimal response and uptake regarding the TSC New Year Party it has unfortunately been decided that there will be no organised party this year. You are of course welcome to use the club if you would like to organise your own get together.

Steve Francis
Social Secretary

Ref..Proposal to start a “Gig” Rowing section

Gig rowing is a fast growing sport, with many races and meetings all around the country and particularly along the South coast.

I propose that the club obtain and operate a number of Gigs (initially One but possibly rising to 3 dependent of course on demand). Crews would be formed to suit the membership needs……those who would use them for fun….racing crews…….all ages crews……“semi” competitive crews…..all female crews…..long distance cruising crews…….etc..

The TSC is already well equipped to engage in this growing boating activity which has the ability to serve the whole of the membership, be it dinghy sailors, cruiser owners, fishermen, kayakers and even those who currently support the club but are not “afloat”.

Gig rowing can be engaged in all year round…..most of the craft are robust and sea kindly designs, they can be launched and used in choppy conditions without the need of safety craft and I feel sure this activity would prove a boon for those sailors who take their own craft out of commission for the winter.

Gig rowing is easily accessible to anybody with some boat “sense”…..the technique is easy to learn, most club members would be immediately at home, and is open to all ages (There are no sliding seats or other fancy bits of kit).

Audrey and I recently went for a row with the Hamble Gig Club…..We rowed from the “Jolly sailor “ at Bursledon to the “Horse and Jockey” at Curdridge where we all had breakfast. There were several boats on the “Cruise” and the ages of the rowers ranged from approx. 10 to 80 years of age….(including some very elderly ladies)……..massive fun and healthy to.

Gig rowing caters equally to the “Fun and cruising” mind set, as well as those who are “competitive” by nature.

I hope to supply more information at the forthcoming AGM and will do my best to answer any questions??

Ian DuCane
Maintenance Committee

Tidal Diamond No. 486

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TSC darts match Friday 4th December

Don’t forget to come along and support your TSC darts team this Friday at 7:30. This round is against Locks and Langstone and hopefully we can do as well as we did last year. Hope to see as many supporters there as possible!

Thanks

Steve Francis
Social Secretary

Ebb & Flow – Last call for 2015

Those long summer days out on the water are now but distant memories. But before they fade forever why not record them for posterity in the next issue of Ebb & Flow.

We need your input to make the next Ebb and Flow interesting so please let us know all about your summer sailing adventures and activities. If you are writing an article (and please do), a few photos if you have them help to make it even more interesting (and make it easier to adjust it to fit in the space available).

Any nautically related articles are welcome and if they can have a Christmas or new year theme even better.

Deadline for the next issue of Ebb & Flow – Monday, 7 December 2015

If you have an idea, please get in touch Richard Curtis and send your contributions to him at ebbnflow

Richard Curtis
Editor, Ebb & Flow

TSC Christmas Party Sat 12th December

Can you let me know if you are intending to come to the Christmas party this year and who will be coming with you. If you are bringing a child to the Christmas party that would like to receive a gift from Father Christmas at the party please can you let me know their name and age by email (not FB or any other way!) by Thursday 3rd December please. Tickets for guests receiving a pressie are £5. Remember it’s an American Supper so you will need to bring some food for yourself and to share. If you need to know what to bring let me know.

Thank you

Steve Francis
Social Secretary

Andrew Chamberlain

It is with great sadness that we announce the death of a friend of Tudor Sailing Club. Andrew was a former member of Tudor SC, he started as the Saturday boy in 1979 at Chris Hornsey’s Chandlery and went on to buy and run it. Andrew was known to many Tudor SC members who would have visited the shop on Eastney Road over the years.

The shop is closed for the time being.

Andrew’s funeral is on Monday 14th December at 1430 at the Oaks crematorium in Havant. Wake to be held at ECA.

Hannah Barnes
Rear Commodore

New Year Party

Due to minimal response and uptake regarding the TSC New Year Party it has unfortunately been decided that there will be no organised party this year. You are of course welcome to use the club if you would like to organise your own get together.

Steve Francis
Social Secretary