[Stuart Palmer]

There are a few places left—priority to members—be in quick

Tongue and Meat?s Charity Sailing Weekend

8-11 May 2003-03

In support of Water for Survival

Where:

Marlborough Sounds

The boats:

La Ruche 34 foot keeler, 6 berth skipper: Roger
Cheyenne Chiefton 38, 8 berth skipper: Don
Syrena Lotus 10.6, 7 berth skipper: Stuart

The programme:

Thursday 8 May: 5:30 pm: depart Wellington to Picton on the Interisland Ferry (5:00 pm check-in)

Thursday night: sleep on board yachts in Waikawa marina, Picton

Friday ? Sunday: cruise the sounds. The 3 yachts anchor/moor together each night. Sleep on board

Sunday 11 May: 6:00 pm: depart Picton to Wellington on the Interisland Ferry

The cost:

Ferry, yacht charter, Water for Survival donation (receipt supplied): $240 pp

What to bring:

– Sleeping bags (couples- sheets and duvets supplied)
– Warm clothes and wet weather gear (just in case?)
– White soled shoes (or similar, i.e. shoes that will not mark the deck)
– Sunscreen and insect repellent
– Fishing gear (optional)
– Music tapes (CD?s for La Ruche)
– Soft bag to put all your gear in (there will be no room for packs on board
– Food and refreshments: the skippers will let you know later

What is supplied:

– Towels (not on La Ruche)
– Well equipped galley (kitchen) with cooking and eating utensils, gas stove and small oven and fridge
– Safety equipment

Water for Survival:

Water for Survival is a New Zealand voluntary aid organisation raising money to help people in third world countries build and maintain their own water supply and toilet systems. Our sailing trip will raise about $500 for the specific project detailed on the attached sheet. This worthwhile project requires $800 of donations to make it happen. Any additional donations will be gratefully received.

How to confirm your berth:

The first 21 club members with their $50 deposit paid are in – see Stuart
As at 30 March only 8 spaces left. Will open up to non members on 10 April.

Further information:

Contact Stuart Palmer – a/h 476 0026
– e-mail:

Good Sailing!

Stuart

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