Dear Member – Marine Radios
Those of you lucky enough to have been selected for future race duties may be happy to find out that our radio system has reverted back to using the marine band. Although expensive to operate and license compared to the ‘free’ PMR system it does give better performance especially during poor conditions when it is likely to be most needed.
Operation of the base station unit is pretty self explanatory with only 3 functional button; Power and Channel M1 or Channel M2 selection.
Channel M1 is the preferred channel to use so ensure that this is selected on the base unit and that the handheld radios are locked to channel M1 before use. It is wise to carry out a radio check before venturing onto the water. Do not attempt to use the handheld radios on any channels other than M1 or M2 since this would be in contravention of our operating license and could leave the club or unlicensed individuals liable to a very heavy fine if OFCOM decide to come sailing.
Thanks to Paul Savage for his help organising the base station.
Peter Finney

Halloween Night – Saturday 3rd November.

We start with our Halloween Night on Saturday 3rd November 2018.  A night of fun and scary games. £2 entry gets you Tatty Ash and black peas. There will be no Fire or Fireworks but lots of other activities including : pumpkin carving; dress the mummy; bob the apple; best fancy dress etc. 6.30 pm start.

Annual Dinner Dance and Prize-Giving – Sat. 24th November.

Cost of tickets has been reduced to £20 per person. Please book early on web Collect, or via cash over the bar to Dave, as sales will stop on 3rd Nov. We are offering a fixed 3 course menu, courtesy of our new award winning chef, with vegetarian options and the usual celebration of a great years sailing at our exciting club.

THE LASER OPEN – SATURDAY 29th SEPTEMBER – 11.00 AM. FIRST RACE – Briefing on the lawn 10.30am.
The strong Laser fleet at Elton SC welcomes all Laser sailors from throughout the North-West to a great days racing at Elton SC.

LADIES WHO LAUNCH AND JUNIOR TROPHY DAY – SATURDAY 6TH OCTOBER 2018.
The climax of a very successful season for the Ladies Who Launch and our well travelled and successful Elton Junior team takes place on Saturday 6th October 2018 in the form of a full on Trophy day. First race of three will start at 12.30.

Dear Member,
Winter boat storage will soon be upon us so it would be timely to start sorting out some of the junk and mess that seems to accumulate in the boatshed during the season.
Of particular concern are the numbers of abandoned masts and booms which bear no identification whatsoever and which seem to have been resident for some time.
A condition of most insurance policies is that such parts are clearly identified with boat number/name etc and doing this would also be a big help in managing the sheds. Therefore, could owners please ensure that their equipment is clearly marked before winter storage takes place in November.
Equipment which remains unidentified after this time may have to be disposed of or moved to the back of the boatshed so as to free up space for others.
Thanks for your cooperation.
Peter Finney & Stan Beswick

We are running an adult RYA level 2/3 course for 2 days on 22nd and 23rd September. This is for members who have completed the level 1 course or can sail to at least that standard. Depending on numbers and ability, it may be possible to run level 2 and 3 in parallel.
Cost is £20. Please enrol on webcollect and notify Steve Restall or contact him if you have any queries:

E Mail: steve.restall@gmail.com

The Sunday Autumn Handicap Series sponsored by Shark Attack of Radcliffe which started on Sunday 2nd September 2018 and continues every Sunday through to 28th October 2018.

First of three races starts at 12.30pm. Lets finish off this great season of racing and fun with lots of boats out on the water each Sunday.