Lake Bala Rally 14/15 June 2014

[Graham W]

I propose a repeat of the 2013 informal get-together of like-minded Swallow Boat owners, to be held over the weekend of 14/15 June 2014.  I know that 15 June is Father's day but I can't do any other weekend - sorry Reg.

Unless anyone strongly disagrees, I'll put the wheels in motion.

[EDWIN DAVIES]

Hi Graham Thanks for the early heads up, this time I can pre-empt the art exhibition and car show.

Will do my best to come along. with S17.

Ed

[Graham W]

I see that the proposed date clashes with Seafair Haven 7-14 June but I know that I will be too knackered after Sail Caledonia to do that one too.

[Jonathan Stuart]

I have added this to the events calendar.

[Michael Rogers]

As far as I can tell at that range, I can make that w/e, and I certainly hope to be there.

Michael

[Tony]

Can't pass on a week at SeaFair Milford Haven! Had too much fun last time (2010) and missed 2012.
Anyway, who could resist the evening entertainment of a Male Voice Choir at Neyland Yacht club. (Apart from me, that is!)

If Bala is already set in stone could possibly make the Sunday by missing the Lawrenny Regatta but the 117 mile, 3 hour detour on single carriageway roads for a half day dip in the lake a bit of a disincentive. No doubt most people will want to get home on Sunday night so we'd only get to wave en passant, anyhoo!

[Graham W]

We've got the weekend of 14/15 June definitely reserved for a Swallow Boats rally on Lake Bala in Wales, kindly hosted by the Bala Sailing Club.

Cost of temporary membership at BSC for up to three days has been quoted (so far) at £40 per boat, although mention was made of a discount for bulk if there are enough of us. This is different to last year, when the fees were per person per day.

I'll do the usual fact sheet and liaison in due course, if those that are interested in taking part could let me know.  I think that last year's format was pretty good in an informal sort of way and despite the interesting winds.  Any suggestions for change and improvement welcome.  I can be reached by pm here or (at the risk of being lost among the spam emails for Viagra and Tamiflu) on graham dot wickenden at btopenworld dot com.

[Michael Rogers]

I hope to be there, Graham: please put me on your list. It's quite an invasion, the facilities are fine, and they are a friendly lot at BSC. That said, it would be nice if small boats came in at less than £40m.

The grub at the pub was good last time, albeit with somewhat leisurely service. Worth another visit, I suggest.

Michael

[Graham W]

That said, it would be nice if small boats came in at less than £40m.

I can absolutely guarantee that even with my rusty negotiating skills, the cost per boat will be less than £40m!

[Jonathan Stuart]

Michael may have learned his balance sheet skills at Enron?!

[EDWIN DAVIES]

Count me in subject to the usual war and pestilence clause.

[Graham W]

Four boats so far.

[Graham W]

As with last year's rally, I have got permission from the National Park authorities for the crews of up to four boats to sleep on board, tied to the sailing club pontoon. Let me know if you are interested.

[Graham W]

Lest it gets ignored in favour of its bigger, noisier brothers, don't forget the Bala Rally in mid June - between Sail Caledonia and high summer (if such a thing exists) and a cheap weekend alternative to Seafair Haven.

There are still only four entries so far.

[Matthew P]

Hi Graham

Please count me in!

Matthew
BR20 Gladys