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It looks like the anemometer has packed up, so I have ordered a new Wind speed cartridge for it, they don't seem to last more than 3 or 4 years in our location (no surprise there!)
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Thanks Jim, it was moved at weekend. It probably had new tyres fitted, so no problem now. cheers, David
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Sold, thanks for looking, D
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This was found at the club yesterday, left on axle stands in the yard, obstructing the campsite, without permission . Gilly is not amused!

Does anyone know anything about it?
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Atlantic dinghy for sale, as seen with hand pump, but no oars or wooden floor

Approx 9 ft LOA £100 o.n.o.
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It sounds like the gate is being left open for a while - it is going to have extensive repairs, does anyone know futher details, please?
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I had a message from Chriss last night, and it looks like No3 is still on station:
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http://glassonsailing.co.uk/wp/piel-moo ... 3-mooring/
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David

. Please note that the password for this part of the forum changes as per the details on your latest membership card. . When you come to make a booking you will also need your private password at this stage. This is different and will be the password that was set up when you first joined the forum. ...

Thanks Mick that doesn't sound very promising at all. D

After the repair of the galley roof at the club the anemometer mast has been re-fitted and all is well with the weather station again. . The recent problem with modern Android browsers not refreshing the image regularly is probably getting worse, so I have decided that after 20 years the VWS softwar...

Hi, we were hoping to gain your support for a National Paddle out protest by Surfers Against Sewage - aimed to challenge water companies on their sewage pollution into our blue spaces. This peaceful & respectful protest is on Saturday 20th May, 11am at Borrans Park in Ambleside. Facebook event- ...

. Now that we have started cruising again, please could you report back here what you find when at Piel. from the Mooring web page: http://glassonsailing.co.uk/wp/piel-moorings-2/ "At present the club has no moorings officer so sailors please report back exactly what you find whilst at Piel, pr...

Hi John, Thats a big subject, I have just had a fiddle with Bard, google's AI system and all the below has come form there. Talk about stating the bleeding obvious! cheers, David --------------------------------------- Living aboard a boat in the UK can be a great way to live a more affordable and s...

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Dear Club Members,
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'There will be a RYA NW Dinghy Cruise on Lake Windermere on Friday 9 June, so members can add this to their calendar. More details and how to book on will follow soon .
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Kind regards
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Peter
Hon Secretary
RYA NW Region
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Thats a good do, thanks Dave et al. now all we need is some usable headlights on the Merlo.

'' ' We are hosting the OGA North West AGM (Association for gaff rig sailing) on Sat 4 March which includes a talk on boats made for Arthur Ransome by Crossfields, which some of your members might be interested in Arthur-ransomes Swallow-and-coch-y-bonndhu. Alasdair Simpson Arnside Sailing Club http...

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Here is a link to a copy of their reports:

http://glassonsailing.co.uk/wp/wp-conte ... M-2022.pdf.
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. Maybe they spent 8 of the days at anchor first, there used to be huge delays outside Lagos when we were regular visitors. Then they spent 3 days to get to the Canaries, It doesn't even take 11 days to get to UK from Nigeria by frieghter. . Even so, Its amazing they survived, and it must have been ...

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Its just a year since Storm Arwen - feels like ages ago!

http://glassonsailing.co.uk/wp/storm-arwen-repairs/

here is a photo taken yesterday tea-time - flat calm and misty

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Well done Stafford and Kevin, joint holders of the trophy this year for their services to the club. Thanks for all the hours of effort you two have put in.

cheers, David
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The Agenda is now online as well: http://glassonsailing.co.uk/wp/agm-2022/
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Some of the documents ready for the AGM can now be found on our web page here: http://glassonsailing.co.uk/wp/agm-2022/
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. Dave Riley was trying to post on the forum that he has been there for 3 hours trimming hedges today and has had no problem with vermin he says strong gloves and secateurs is all you need. There is plenty of work left so please don't hold back. You should have had an email about the work party on S...