With the advent of warmer weather, members are sailing again, and looking forward to the summer cruise programme arranged by cruise captain Andy and club skippers. The cruise meeting was well attended, and the skippers presented an exciting programme of new harbours and well-loved favourite destinations. Sailing (or motor-boating) in company is surely one of the best reasons for joining WCC.
On shore the social programme continues with the delicious Wednesday suppers, Thursday walks, as well as gardening, maintenance parties, and the weekend bar in the superb club house overlooking the river.
Recent walks included a circular walk from The White Horse at Rendham, through Sweffling, Bruisyard and back to the pub for a welcome lunch. Thanks to William for planning an excellent walk with superb views over the verdant Suffolk countryside. Liz and John organised a walk from The Sorrel Horse at Shottisham, past Wood Hall, Rockhall woods, and along the River Deben, past Stonner point, returning for a convivial lunch at the pub.
The Sunday talks are always popular. The latest talks included a voyage to the Antarctica and South Georgia on an ice breaker research ship, the evocative photos and sketches by artist Claudia bringing back fond memories for members who had travelled there, and inspiring others to visit. The voyages of Endeavor, a steel yawl, provided a fascinating, humorous and enthralling talk by Candy Masters, of her worldwide sailing adventures, visiting such inspiring places as Chile, South Atlantic Islands, Canada and more. Endeavor was expertly rebuilt and restored, before spending over a decade sailing the world, and winning Candy and David the prestigious Seven Seas Award, the highest international recognition for a cruising sailor.
We also had a talk about the clearance of Tripoli Harbour 1943 by member Roger Peck.
The Valentine’s tiaras and red tie party, was a great success, with a delicious fish and chip supper, champagne and music.
Other social events included the skipper and crew meeting and lunch, fitting out supper, and a new member’s lunch, all at the superb club house, and in May there will be a model boat race.
If the activities sound intriguing, then please have a look around this website New members are welcome, whether you own a motorboat or yacht, or are keen to start sailing. If you are new to sailing (or need to brush up your skills), then the club’s training officer runs RYA courses. Again all details are on this website
