News

A Message from the Commodore The Club's AGM has now taken place and Howard Bissell has past on the baton to a new Commodore. It is unfortunate that personal circumstances have forced this on him, but he will continue on as a Committee Member and we wish him well in this. The Committee after the election at the AGM still has vacancies and has no representation from the active canoeist or from the motor boat members which is unsatisfactory. If there are two members who are willing to represent the interests of these sections, liaise with members with like boating interests and help with organising the occasional event etc please let me know.

The Club Rules allows the Committee to co-opt members to fill existing vacancies until the next AGM. The Committee meets on the first Wednesday evening each month.
David Nicholls

Boson's Locker

Good news, new canoe racks have arrived and they are in the process of being erected now the puzzle of the parts has been worked out. Many thanks go to Peter Blackall. The racks will give more room and security for the kayaks and canoes and will be a welcome addition. The old racks have been over crowded and unsatisfactory for some time. This section of the Club has grown rapidly and deserves better facilities.
The weather recently has been far from kind with the strong winds and heavy rain. The river has not yet flooded, but it may rise quickly. It is important that boats can be moved. so please check your boat. Check the cover and make sure it is empty of rain water so the trolley doesn't push through the bottom of the boat. Check that the wheels of your launching trolley and road trailer are okay. It is surprising how many road trailers etc have flat tyres, and in some cases, the tyres are almost coming off. It is a condition of berthing at the Club that your boat can be easily moved. If the river floods this winter it may be necessary to move boats at short notice, even those away from the river, to accommodate other boats. Be warned, the Boson's back may be broad, but he isn't an Olympic weight lifter and he can get grumpy. He may well leave your boat to the mercy of the river torrents allowing you the pleasure of collecting it from Teddington Weir.
The Boson

Radio Controlled Boats

If you have an interest in radio controlled boats Peter Blackall would like to hear from you. He is keen to form a new section of the Club. This looks as if it could be a lot of fun, age is no bar, just bags of enthusiasm. Ask Santa this Christmas for the ideal present.
Contact Peter: peterblackall@ntlworld.com

Events

Christmas Lunch

Christmas is fast approaching and the Club's pre-Christmas lunch will take place on Sunday the 6th December at 1:30pm. Book with David N on 0207 223 2044 or email davidnichollsda@aol.com as soon as possible.
Cost £12.

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