the Rip 16 March 2017

the Rip 16 March 2017 WHAT S UP? more details at www.albanysurfclub.com Congratulations to Fergus Martin for bringing home Gold in the Board Race! The first Nippers Gold at State champs for some time I think. Heaps of other amazing efforts by the kids last weekend and also the parents coaching, managing and supporting them. There were heaps of Albany kids in finals over the 2 1/2 days of competition in Perth and I know they did us really proud well done guys! This weekend its more competition with the ASLSC Junior Club Championships our kids get to compete against each other in every discipline to not only decide the winners but obviously to simply get into it and have fun. I hope you have a great morning on Sunday and we will be cheering ALL of you on! Seniors it s your turn the following weekend. It s too late to train now if you haven t started but have a crack anyway its always good fun and there is the odd good performance (by those who have trained!). St Patricks Celebrations at the club Friday night! Think stew, potato and Guinness. Come and join us for a bit of fun and raise some money for a new Surf Boat in 2018 that s the goal! UPCOMING EVENTS 17 March St Pats Dinner@club 19 March Nipper Club Champs 26 March Senior Club Champs 25 March-2April Aussies@Kirra 1 April Nipper & Cadet DISCO 15 April Harbour Swim 4 June Surf Craft Challenge See you FRIDAY night & Sunday Romeo Oscar Bravo

SOCIAL EVENT - ALL MEMBERS WELCOME The boaties are feeding us please come along and help them raise funds for a new boat and equipment Twill be a fantastic evening, bring all your gold coins for a game and get cracking on a limerick (clubbie themed) for A LIMERICK LIP OFF Prizes awarded for the best limerick!!!

Nippers Junior Club Champs Day SUNDAY MARCH 19 0900 This Sunday is our last day of Nippers, and is therefore also Junior Club Champs Day. Note-Club Champs Day runs longer than the usual Nipper Sunday. We endeavour to have presentations at approx. 1100 but depending on conditions on the day this may change. Please read the following info on the day. Age Groups U8 (yellow) through U14 (Blue) will compete in the 4 disciplines of beach sprint, beach flags, surf race, and board race. Purple caps will attend and participate in fun based activities as normal. Additionally (and time permitting) the U11-U14 will finish the day with the Iron Person. Juniors are welcome to compete in any or all of the events. Points will be allocated as follow: 1 st 10 points 2 nd 8 points 3 rd 7 points 4 th 6 points Finisher 5 points Nippers must have attended a total of 6 Sundays/carnivals to be eligible to be named Club Champion. Nippers must compete in the age group they have competed in throughout the season. Those competing in age groups below their age are welcome to participate but will not be eligible for Club Champ Points. All points in each age group (boy and girl) will be totalled and a Club Champion and runner up will be awarded at presentations at the conclusion of events. Nippers will receive some light refreshments prior to presentations whilst results are being tallied. (Please note a further presentation of weekly point score winners will be made for each age group at the wind-up) Whilst we will try to replicate a Surf Carnival environment I trust that competitors and supporters alike will enjoy the days events, feeling a sense of healthy competition and good sportsmanship. Our Nippers should feel very proud of the progress they have made throughout the season on their journey as young lifesavers. Their efforts are to be applauded. I would also like to take this opportunity to thank Andrew and all of our volunteers who have given their valuable time and expertise to make this season a successful one.

Nipper State Champs @ Trigg Is. SLSC 11/12 March Please take the time to peruse the many Top 10 results below. A huge amount of work goes into the Nippers standing on the line at a State Championship, from the coaches, water safety, AGM s and parents comes a commitment to giving these competitors a chance to shine. And shine they did! 32 competitors from WA lined up in each of the qualifying events of sprint, flags, board and iron (surf race has 64!). Heats are contested, then finals. As you will see below from the results, our Nippers performed extremely well. Nippers also had the additional challenge of a taxing programme that saw them backing up for event after event with little or no rest. Their courage here was outstanding. An unexpected bonus of the weekend was the number of great contacts we have made with other clubs-bunbury, Secret Harbour, Coogee, Dongara-Denison, Binningup and Mandurah. We look forward to a continued relationship with these clubs. Huge thanks to Perdie and Nadine for their invaluable assistance here, and to Deon, our dark horse who found teams where no teams could be found-quite a talent. So, enough from me-see the results below. Albany sent a team of 15 competitors (note only 16 qualified so this in itself is fantastic)-our biggest team yet- and finished 16th overall on 22 Points 8 th on handicap. After Individual events had run it was time to get down to teamwork. Due to our small team size this was only made possible by joining with other clubs and kids willingness to compete up in age groups. It was fantastic to see the kids teaming up with so willingly with new mates from other clubs.

U10 Ned 6 th Surf Race, 7 th Boards Ned/Hamish/Bunbury 4 th Board relay, Cameron 7 th, Surf teams 6th Hattie 5 th Boards, 6 th Board relay U11 Tahnee U12 Sprint Relay 8th U12 Thomas 5 th 1km run Angus 5 th Iron, 9 th Boards and swim, Angus Thomas 5 th in Cameron, 6th Board relay Tanaya 8 th Flags, Sprint 7 th, Sprint relay 7th, U13 Sprint relay 7 th, Cameron relay 6 th A big shout out to Angus Bowles who is a standout here in the sheer number of back-to-back events in several age groups he participated in on both days. Bravo Angus. U13 Oliver 6 th Flags Jacques 5 th 1km run Ferg 5 th Iron, 1 st Board. Nick, Ferg, Jacques, Oliver, Jake and Angus combined in Surf Teams, Cameron, and board relay to place 6 th- Cameron, Jake, Oliver and Jacques combined in a Sprint relay to place 7 th

Fergus Martin U13 State Champ- Board Race Huge congratulations to Fergus Martin, on winning Gold in the U13 Board Race on the weekend. A fantastic achievement breaking the ASLSC Gold Medal drought. Ferg has had a lot of help along the way to this medal from his amazing coaches. His dedication to training and single-minded goal of a state medal have certainly paid off. Fergus is also to be congratulated as the recipient of the SLSWA young achiever award on the weekend. His selection was based on comments from his coach, Dean and his AGM Dani, on his commitment and positive attitude, sense of humour and sportsmanship shown to his peers. Well Done Ferg your club is very proud of you. SLSWA State Champs News : http://surflifesavingwa.com.au/news-events/news/2017-sunsmart-wanippers-state-championships-wrap

TUESDAY TRAINING WRAP UP The questionable weather didn t stop Nippers turning up in force for the last Tuesday Training of the season. After a frenetic beep test some red faces hit the water to blow off steam. Our wonderful coaches and water safety who have taken these kids through the season. Everyone has improved their skills and fitness in surf sports-and had great fun along the way. Lets here it for Water Coaches-Rob Slatts, Gav, Dean, Kevin, Jason and Lynda and Jo. And also our Beach coaches Nadine, Dinah, Helena, Jo. Thank you as always to the orange rashies led by Les for keeping them safe, with a special mention to the cadets (Harry and Freya) who turned up week after week to assist. HARBOUR SWIM Saturday April 15 (Easter Saturday) Get your teams together! Quad teams are open to age 10 and up, that s 1km each! Why not give it a go Nippers! Interested in making a team up call Sam Parr on 0428 639 461 Info : http://www.albanymastersswimming.org.au/index.php/projects Or register at: https://www.registernow.com.au/secure/register.aspx?e=23943 Nippers & Cadet Disco Saturday night April 1st. ( not fooling) at the surf club. Keep the date free for some end of season fun. Watch the RIP for further details.

Captains Log Because I am all the about the bass, no treble. Hi all A really quick shout out as we rush up towards the end of the season. Before I get going a huge congrats to all the kids that went up for State Juniors last weekend sounds like it was an awesome experience. You made Albany proud once again. Now then, Firstly thanks heaps for a great morning last week at Muttonbird. Weather could not have been better and good fun all round. Blue and Red caps you did well navigating the Tube Squad gauntlet, although I think you got your own back during the Seniors swim. Secondly, even though it is Junior Club Champs this Sunday we will be running a Senior s handicap swim at normal time prior. 2nd last one for the season so do not miss out on a chance to show everyone once and for all your swimming skills. Next, the program and start times etc for our Senior Club Champs will be in next week s Rip so do not miss it. This will be the culmination of a big season for Seniors as we have had a lot of competitors keen to have a go at all kind of events all season, so do not miss out by forgetting the final gala event that is Senior Club Champs day. Lastly - remember it is St Patricks day dinner this Fri at the club. Go green and taste the finest fare from Ireland (more than meat and potatoes let me assure you) All good Matt FOR SALE We have for sale not 1 but 2 double skis from the club that are in fine working order and waiting to be used. Just think of all the fun and adventures you could have. Remember the club has no rep double ski reps. You could be potentially filling a niche role for the club. If you are interested in either one please contact either Ski Captain Slats or myself on clubcaptain@albanysurfclub.com.au No reasonable offer refused.

Would you like to be a part on the baton relay for the Commonwealth Games? Starting here in Albany, the baton will transverse the country for the 2018 Commonwealth Games on the Gold Coast The Club will nominate a suitable candidate please contact Perdi at admin@albanysurfclub.com.au to register your interest For more info Queens Baton Relay EDUCATION Resuscitation Certificate 10years+ It is important for everyone to know how to do basic resuscitation, you never know when you might need it!! Please let me know if you are interested: celia8083@hotmail.com or mobile 0403555421 Basic Beach Management We are not going to get to finish this course before the end of the season so continue working through your workbooks and we will do the final assessment at the beginning of next season October. ARTC & Senior First Aid Stay tuned we will be running an ARTC & First Aid Course before the end of the season. Remind or let me know you are interested. celia8083@hotmail.com or mobile 0403555421 If you haven t already please let me know what course/s you want to do. Email or message me celia8083@hotmail.com or 0403 555 421 I need to have it in writing or text (memory not as good as it used to be). Lifesaving - Patrols Thank you to all the members who filled in on the 2 patrols. We had enough numbers to fill the teams. Great work. Just a reminder that the Albany Cross the Harbour is on the 15th of April. If anyone can help with water safety either as a crew for the IRB or on a board(hard work being on a board )or on a ski or kayak. Can you let Jo Lucas know. Ta. Patrols for Sunday 19th 9--12.30 Team4, Patrol captain Jo Lucas. Sunday 19th 12.30--4.00 Team3, Patrol Captain Jeff Medcalf. If you are helping with officiating please let patrol captain know as we still need to have enough for patrol.sunday 26th will be our last patrol, hard to believe the season will be over. It shows when you're having fun time flies!!!!! Cheers Jo Lucas and Sally Moir Directors of Life Saving.

Patrol Proxies Need to find a replacement for patrol?? Please put you details on patrol whiteboard and also email the Rip media@albanysurfclub.com.au SURF SKI TRAINING..2016-2017 November to end of March. FRIDAY NIGHTS: On water start 5:00pm (allow 15 minutes prior for setup. ) All levels of paddlers are welcome. 1. Those new (16 yrs +) to the sport getting used to balance and technique in the ocean. 2. Those wanting to hone their paddling skills and strength for competition or improved fitness levels. Within the club Senior Sports Calendar for Sunday mornings there is a provision for some ski competition at a friendly club level. Note: To be eligible to actively train & compete on a Ski, SLSA requires members must be 16 years & over. However orientation with Ski paddling may be carried out at an introductory/recreational level for younger members approaching that age. Enquiries please call 0428611344 Rob Slattery (SKI CAPTAIN) PS: The club has one double surf ski surplus to requirements, requires some TLC if anyone is interested. Some members are doing early morning paddles Sat. mornings when wind is normally quiet, contact me if you may be interested. SWIMMING ENCLOSURE In March 2016 the City of Albany installed a Shark Barrier (known as the Swimming Enclosure) at Ellen Cove, Middleton Beach Now that the Swimming Enclosure has been in place for 12 months the City would like to hear about your experiences and whether you support the continuation of a three-year trial of the enclosure. Tell us about your experience with the Swimming Enclosure by completing the survey below. https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/swimmingenclosure Your comments will assist to inform us on community experiences and attitude to this project. If you include your contact details on the survey you will go in the draw for a chance to win a $100 gift voucher. For more information on the survey or how to submit the survey please don t hesitate to contact Jade Shelton on (08) 6820 3013 or via email: jades@albany.wa.gov.au For queries in relation to the project please contact Emma Evans on (08) 6820 3015 or via email: emmae@albany.wa.gov.au A little help required Do you enjoy history? Seeking someone to give me a hand sourcing articles and photos/memorabilia for club. Please call me if you have some time to help digging!! Ainslie 0419955324 CLUBHOUSE NEWS Please rinse your feet off before using the club showers. Please NO sandy feet upstairs The bar has slowly lost the majority of its stubbie holders (not club ones) red carlton/green emu bitter if you have any hanging around can they be returned to the bar as no one likes a warm beer.. Thanks

LOST LOST SUNGLASSES - BLACK OAKLEYS with RED O - while on patrol in the IRB on Sunday afternoon 5th March. They are black with red "O" on the wings... They are limited edition D'Max. Please Phone Lynda Jose 0427005775 or Stuart 0448568096. Reward offered.. Copied - My father lost his silver LUMIX digital camera in or around the Anzac Centre, or Middleton Beach over the weekend. It was housed in black and silver soft case (wetsuit like material). He desperately wants to locate it as it contained photos of my mother who has recently died. Photo is of similar not sure of exact model. STOLEN - PLEASE KEEP AN EYE OUT FOR THE PURLY QUEEN TREE HUGGER IT S A beautiful rug missing in action!! Email media@albanysurfclub.com.au with any info MEMBER INFO Missed a Rip??? view them on our website!! STAYING IN TOUCH - READ THE RIP, PLEASE TURN ON NOTIFICATIONS FOR OUR FACEBOOK PAGE, VISIT WEBSITE REGULARY. USE THE HANDBOOK FOR MEMBER INFORMATION 2016 2017 HANDBOOK 2016 2017 CALENDAR SPONSORS photo rights Our sponsors may want to use a photo in their publications from Surf Club ie. Club Champs Day, Ryde Marathon. Sponsor Form or see the website for the form asking for permission for the sponsor to use an image. Please complete and return email to sponsor@albanysurfclub.com.au or bring to a club day. The Small Print Photographs & Communication In the course of normal Surf Club activities your child s or your photo could be taken. Sometimes these images may be used for public viewing such as newspaper articles, website, FACEBOOK, newsletters and Surf Club publications. If you do not want your or your child s image used for any purpose outside Surf Club please inform the Surf Club in writing to media@albanysurfclub.com.au Please be advised that given the amount of pictures taken during a Surf Club season it is not always possible to identify all the children. Alternatively if you have taken photos through the season that are suitable please send to the above email for inclusion and or archiving. (name & date images.) Any articles for the newsletter must be emailed to media@albanysurfclub.com.au or robainslie@hotmail.com by Wednesday 2pm all articles and advertising must comply with SLSWA policy and are subject to approval. Please refer to your Handbook for information about events, procedures and contact lists. Please check for daily updates and further information on FACEBOOK Instagram follow and tag Further information www.albanysurfclub.com.au