MINUTES OF BRIXHAM JUNIOR SAILING CLUB MEETING

 

HELD ON MONDAY 29th SEPTEMBER 2008

 

PRESENT

 

Pete Musket

Steve Linley-Shaw

Pete Marshall

Tim Corbett

Chris Cootes

Mark Hobbs

Adrian Fricker

Mike Inness
 
 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 


MATTERS ARISING

 

1) General Comments

 

Steve advised that 12 cadets had gained their certificates through the link with Churston Grammar School thanks to Pete Musket.

 

It is a hope and aim that Brixham College will also participate and Pete Musket is pushing this with his contacts at the school.

 

Adrian pointed out that people were not really aware of BJSC and that perhaps the club could be advertised more.

The limitations of number of instructors will restrict numbers. More instructors would be a benefit.

 

Pete Musket pointed out that the BJSC and the BYC were separate and a greater link socially would be helpful.

 

It was suggested that one Monday evening parents might see the progress of the Cadets from the water by being on board Shuttle.

 

Having a second night for racing only was discussed where one safety boat to ten Cadets would be possible (with race officer RIB) with fewer instructors required.  This extra night would allow emphasis on racing and techniques.  This could be either a Tuesday or Wednesday.  All could be emailed for preferred night and availability.

 

Mike commented that this years sailing had been the best to date and recognition should be given to Steve for his continued efforts, not forgetting the help given by all the other volunteers.

 

 

2) Fund Raising

 

Raising funds by arranging a social fun night was discussed but concern was raised with the large amount of these currently at BYC.  This idea was unresolved.

 

An alternative night for the Cadets maybe on a Friday or Saturday was considered.

 

It was noted the R.N.L.I. race with Cadets on the club members’ yachts was a great success and should be repeated.

 

Adrian suggested an evening where the Cadets get a ride on the RIB around the Bay followed by sausage & chips in the club.

 

It was suggested the Cadets meet in the club following sailing sessions to encourage and integrate parents into the club.

 

3) Working Party

 

With crane out of the yachts being on the 18th October, moving of the boats was arranged for Saturday 11th October at 9am.

 

4) Skills Improvement

 

Steve suggested that throughout the winter skills improvement evenings (Mondays) be arranged focusing on specific subjects.

 

5) RYA Funding

 

Steve & Pete mentioned that £100 is available to the volunteers in recognition of their efforts which could be spent on something of their choice.  It was suggested a beer evening after a Monday night skills improvement.  Pete to forward relevant form to Steve for completion and submission.

 

6) Grant Aid

 

Chris Cootes advised of two possible options but needed information from Steve regarding the club Health & safety details.

 

7) New Boats

 

If any monies were forthcoming the club needs to decide what to spend the money on.  Another RIB or new boats?

 

Pete Musket advised the latest favoured boats in the bay were RS Feva.  These have an asymmetric spinnaker and need two crew but can be sailed single handed with just the main.  An alternative could be the Topaz Omega, which would be equivalent to the Wayfarer.

 

 

Date of next meeting

 

To be agreed.

 

Distribution:

 

All Present.