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1 Emsworth Cruising Association List of contents Commodore s Farewell Southampton Boat Show Rally Minutes of the AGM 2013 Sharyn and Nigel Return Emsworth Harbour Faces Don t be blasé about your Buoyage Next events Victuals for Maritime Emergencies October 2014

2 Remains of the Cruise I was asked last month if I could complete my cruise notes but got distracted. In the previous episode I had reached Crosshaven with a bit of a gippy tummy and an anxious view of the approaching hurricane. Checking the weather forecast, there seemed to be a clear patch of 3 days fair winds so decided to start (6/8) with a forecast of W3 increasing 4 then decreasing 2-3. This started OK but the 4 increased to 5 and then looked at 6 before dropping back down again. I arrived (7/8) at Hugh Town in W1. This continued the following day (8/8) as I crossed back to the mainland at Newlyn where I re-provisioned at the nearest shop which is half way to Penzance. Not wanting to spend any more time there with Bertha still not arrived I moved on to Falmouth (9/8) which has rather more facilities for entertainment. 3 Days in Falmouth testing the facilities while Bertha went through. When the wind dropped (WNW4) I continued to Plymouth (13/8) where I met up with Wendy on Ruahine and Derek & Sheila on Badgie II and passed the evening on the Hoe watching a competitive firework display. The 1 st attempt started on time but fizzled out leaving everyone baffled. Then display 2 and display 3 and finally display 1 restarted. Moving on to Dartmouth (14/8) in WSW3 and continuing overcast I tried to work out the tides for a crossing of Lyme Bay. It seemed that with the delays in Crosshaven & Falmouth I was now at exactly the wrong time and decided to progress slowly round the bay while I waited. 1 Day in Dartmouth, move to Torquay (16/8) in NW1-4 and another day s rest. At this point I realised that I could use Bridport as a final stage and moved on to there (18/8) in NW4. Rounded the Bill (19/8) at the now civilised time of midday and reached Weymouth in NW3. I got called out at 06:30 the following morning to let a West-bound boat out but otherwise had a nice afternoon passage to Poole (20/8) in WSW3. Next morning (21/8) I left Poole with the last of the ebb via the Looe channel and sailed briskly along towards the Needles in SW4 where I arrived through the North Channel with the 1 st of the flood. Making good speed, I 1 st cancelled my planned stop at Lymington & then saw that I could just keep on going all the way to Emsworth where I could get in that evening and save 40 minutes of daylight rather than wait for the tide in the dark on the following day. Arrived at the outer pontoon 19:30 and cleared everything away and passed into EYH as the tide came in at 20:30 to find my berth again occupied (3rd year running); switched to the jetty and got to the Lord Raglan for supper about 20:57, just in time before the chef went home. Tony Browne Elwing II Erratum The article on page 2 of September s edition was erroneously attributed to Badgie2 whereas it should have been attributed to our esteemed Commodore Tony Browne. The editor humbly apologies for the mistake.

3 2014 Boat Show Rally We ve been very lucky with the weather this year (apart from the three weeks I took!) and that included the Boat Show Rally via Shepards Wharf in Cowes. A gentle easterly on Friday meant most people sailed at least part of the way. Gemini with Paul and Elaine decided to be early and arrived on Thursday. They were able to ascertain the area earmarked for the ECA and telephone instructions to Derek, Sheila and Graham (Wendy was unwell so Graham hitched a lift on Badgie Two) before arrival. Most boats made it without incident but Dick left it a bit late arriving at the full ebb stream, which just inside the south basin at Shepards establishes a wicked back-eddy. Tringa therefore made an unexpected (but beautifully controlled) pirouette with Dick shouting rapidly a change of orders to the willing helpers. Onlookers on a boat remarkably near his cavorting stern (that s Tringa s not Dick s) gazed on nervously and jumped for an extra fender but all went well as Derek and Graham danced in opposite directions along the pontoon a rope each in hand one ducking under the others warp. Friday evening saw 11 members nibbling and slurping on Badgie Two and then the inevitable fish and chips. Everyone made it to the show and one or two returned with purchases. The evening party on Badgie Two was followed by an excellent meal (albeit rather too slowly served) at Mojac s restaurant. Sunday s planned departure by Tringa, Witch Hazel, Carina and Gemini, those returning to Chichester harbour, was slightly delayed by the number of boats that had been shoe-horned into the gaps between ECA members. These had to be squeezed out before our boats could be freed. Before that exercise began it was possible to walk across the south basin without getting one s feet wet. The continuing easterly wind I suspect required a motor sail home but it was a very pleasant day. Badgie Two was last to leave at about midday. It was a weekend of laughter and friendship enjoyed by all. Can we tempt you next year? Derek Ellinor Badgie Two

4 EMSWORTH CRUISING ASSOCIATION Minutes of an AGM held on Saturday 5th October 2013 At Emsworth Sailing Club at 18:30, prior to the Laying-Up Supper Present Tony Browne, Wendy Davis, Graham Davis, Alice Tyrrell, Charles Harrison, John Strickland, Andrew Lane, Derek Ellinor, John Baldwin, Tim Shaw + Membership 1. Apologies; Neil & Karen Fuller, Dave & Liz Cave 2. Minutes of 2012 meeting The minutes of the 2012 AGM were accepted. 3. Commodores` Report Tony Browne referred the meeting to his comments in the September newsletter, and also made a brief report regarding the Commodore s round of hospitality, which had included visits to most of the clubs and associations within the Chichester Federation. He also provided an update on Ken Flatt s illness (Ken is the longest serving member of the ECA, and was the first Commodore) 4. Treasurers Report Charles Harrison gave a presentation detailing the state of the Association s accounts, and the process of financial governance that had been evolved over the last couple of years (See attachments 1 & 2). As a result of the healthy financial state, it was proposed that there be no increase to subscriptions for the forthcoming year. Proposed by Andrew Lane, seconded by Tim Shaw The proposal was carried unanimously. Wendy Davis reported that there continue to be issues with our bank (Santander), which has resulted in a number of cheques (approximate value 272) not being credited to our account. Wendy is continuing to investigate and rectify this situation. Wendy proposed that the healthy state of the Association s finances meant that we could make attendance at the February At home event free to members. The proposal was carried unanimously. A motion to approve the accounts and financial report was made by Derek Ellinor and seconded by John Baldwin. The proposal was carried. 5. Election of Officers Derek Ellinor gave the meeting a presentation on the proposed process for postal nomination and voting. The meeting agreed that we would continue with the current process for the next year. The following members were appointed as Officers of the Association Rear Commodore-House :- Dick Tyrrell (Prop. Wendy Davis, sec. Charles Harrison) Hon. Auditor:- George Harris (Prop. Charles Harrison, sec. Derek Ellinor) Chichester Harbour Federation rep. Tony Browne 6. Membership Secretary Derek Ellinor summarised the membership status as follows: -

5 No. Of Members No. Of boats 52 (Sail & motor) 42 Sail / 7 Motor Derek noted that we had lost a few members during the course of the year (failure to pay subs), but we had recruited a small number of new members: - Andrew & Janet Banister, Paul & Elaine Bowman, Mark & Susie Dorsett, Neil & Karen Fuller, Gerry Raby Derek also reported that he had received a further application today as a result of attendance at the EYH open-day. 7. Rear Commodore Cruising Report John Strickland provided a report on the year s cruising activities that there had been 12 rallies to date, with the final rally to Chichester Harbour due to take place over the weekend of 19/20 October (O.O.D. Charles Harrison. (A copy of John s presentation is provided as attachment 3 to these minutes). 8. Newsletter Editor Alice Tyrrell reminded the membership that she was always on the lookout for copy and photographs for the Newsletter. The Newsletter will be published from January to May, and from August to December each year, with a break for the cruising season during June and July. 9. A.O.B. - None Meeting closed Tim Shaw Hon. Sec. (The supplementary sheets mentioned above will be available at the AGM. There is not enough space and memory in this medium.) Editor. News from Sharyn and Nigel Tailyour Sharyn and Nigel who had following a wonderful departure on 26 April are due to arrive back on the Saturday of our AGM 11 October They had a fantastic adventure through Northern & Eastern Europe, then Russia where their trusty motorbike finally gave up the ghost somewhere out in the..stans. So they resorted to the train, before flying to Canada. Purchasing another bike, they rode from Canada down South to California and then on to the US East Coast and are due home on Saturday with all good luck. Disclaimer: The opinions expressed in the articles in this Newsletter are those of the individual only and not necessarily those of the Emsworth Cruising Association. No responsibility can be accepted for any inaccuracies or omissions.

6 Emsworth Harbour Faces During the Summer Dick took his camera around the EYH yard and here is one of his photos. Below; Dick s camera records the second EYH Pontoon party on 04/10/14 for B, D and Dock pontoons as well those who were fashionably late for the A&C party a fortnight earlier. Lorna expertly organised us and the weather on the day. Alison & Neil were also on hand to keep us up to speed on EYH developments over the winter. Alice s camera was also in action at the pontoon party on Saturday 4 th October and despite some 30 other shots she feels that this one on the left sums up the evenings fun, It shows Gerry English thoughtfully watching a fellow boat owner pour the drinks. Meanwhile, Pat English is supervising Trevor s careful writing of her sticky name label. Several EYH berth holders are considering ECA Membership after talking to the ECA members at this event.

7 Don t be blasé about buoyage It never hurts to refresh your memory...knowing your buoyage is like knowing your traffic signs on the road. But just as the less common signs in the Highway Code have a tendency to fade from memory over time, do you become blasé about what you re seeing on the water? There s a big difference between seeing, understanding and interpreting for a safe passage explains Rachel Andrews, RYA Chief Instructor, Motor Cruising and Power. It is a bit of an understatement to say that an understanding of buoyage is pretty important when you are heading out to sea. Even if you are an experienced mariner, it never hurts to refresh your memory so here is a brief overview of what buoys to look for and what they mean (this is by no means and exhaustive list of all the buoyage you may see out on the water) 1) Port and starboard marks! These are the most common marks. They flash red or green to any rhythm (apart from group flashing 2+1. This sequence is reserved for preferred channel marks. These may be seen where a channel divides) - the light sequence will be marked on the chart for a specific buoy - to mark the outer edge of a channel. Lateral marks are laid in the direction of the flood tide. In International Association of Lighthouse Authorities (IALA) region A, which incorporates the UK and much of Europe, red cans mark the port side of the channel, and green cones mark the starboard side.! Tip: If you are in any doubt about the direction of buoyage, then check on the chart for this arrow. 2) Cardinal Marks These are used to indicate the direction of the safest navigable water from a mark. For example, if you see a South Cardinal ahead, you should stay to the south. The light sequences can be either quick (Q) or very quick (VQ), which allows for two similar nearby marks to be uniquely identified by their lights. Cardinal marks are often seen off headlands, shoals or potentially a change in the direction of buoyage. They are laid to indicate the area of safe water.!

8 3) Safe Water Mark Sometimes called a Fairway Buoy or Sea Buoy, they are striped vertically red and white, have a single ball on top and flash a single long white flash every 10 seconds. These buoys are usually set in safe, deep water at the seaward end of fairways, or harbour approach channels. They have unobstructed water on all sides. Traditionally, they are the point of departure or, when arriving, the waypoints to aim for, and mark the transition from open water navigation to pilotage. 4) Isolated Danger Mark These marks are used to mark a relatively small hazard in the middle of an area of open water. They can be passed on either side although you should exercise caution when approaching. They can be buoys, beacons, or even concrete pillars but they are always painted with red and black horizontal stripes with two black balls on top. If they are lit it will be with a white light flashing in groups of two. Next ECA Events 25 October 2014 Chichester Rally at the Boathouse Café; book in with the OoD via the website; Charles Harrison 15 November at Eames Farm. Anne & John Baldwin s Talk Our Circumnavigation Details and booking form on the website soon. Victuals for Maritime Emergencies - The Harrison s Advice I m sure we ve all got a store of emergency food aboard our boats and I m pretty sure that nobody really wants to have to dine on the contents of this Locker of Doom. However, I can also predict that most boats emergency stores have a tin or two of baked beans. The following are suggestions for what to do with them that doesn t involve hurling them over the side. Beanz Bhargee This fusion recipe was given to Charles by a Indian colleague many years ago. It was invented by his mother who was experimenting with exotic British food. It improves the beans beyond measure- if you don t like chilli at all, at least try adding the lovely warming garam masala (Indian mixed spice). Tin of Beans A tsp of powdered garam masala Finely chopped fresh chilli to taste (the not too hot green kind works well here, you can take the seeds out to defuse it a bit. Mind the juice-don t get in your eyes or other delicate areas. Equivalent chilli powder, pepper sauce, jarred etc. will do in real emergency) Put the bins in pan, add spices, heat well. The chilli should cook a little but not soften much. That s it- Charles co-worker s mum suggested serving on buttered chapatti but if there are none in the grab-bag, you will have to settle for toast.