Dear Member,
Following the recent colder weather and rain fall there has
been a visible improvement in the quality of the water on the tarn. The
committee have therefore taken the decision to resume sailing as of Sunday.
This does come with caution as no formal tests have been
conducted on the water quality. The council will not be in the position to
conduct tests for some weeks. Therefore I would strongly recommend not sailing
if Blue Green Algae would have a serious impact on your health. The biggest
risk is from ingestion, therefore can I ask all members to sail within their
comfort zone and rig according to the conditions. If you are unsure about reducing
the power of your boat then please ask for guidance.
It is also possible for Blue Green Algae to irritate the
skin, therefore please wear appropriate clothing such as a dry suit (but this
is not compulsory). It is cold, therefore I won’t expect to see anyone in shorts
and t-shirts.
The plan is for a short 2 race day series to be held this
Sunday with the frostbite running from the 2nd December until 23rd
December.
Sailing on Sunday will start at 12noon, David Hinks will be
the OOD.
There will be a notice regarding the declaration to sail,
and by signing on you will be agreeing with this declaration. Further
information from the RYA can be found here: http://alturl.com/mhdfb
Many thanks
Tim Burnett
Commodore
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