RYASouth - RYA (and others) Facebook & Newsletter Weekly Update - 26th August 2022

 

RYA Club Room - Dates and deadlines - Events and reminders for your club calendar: https://www.rya.org.uk/club-centre-support/Affiliates/dates-and-deadlines

RYA Club Room - Inspiring your members all year long - Top tips to keep your members active, engaged and keen to stay: click here.

RYA Club Room - Deadline looming for HMRC Trust Registration Service - Clubs urged to check their status and RYA guidance before Thursday 1 September: for more information: https://www.rya.org.uk/news/hmrcs-trust-registration-service

RYA Club Room - Chasing Tokyo: out now - Discover the rollercoaster journey of the British Olympic Sailors in a new 90-minute documentary, available to watch for free worldwide now: https://www.rya.org.uk/events/chasing-tokyo

RYA Club Room - Let’s Talk EDI and Safeguarding - Affiliated clubs invited to join our expert team for weekly drop in sessions: https://www.rya.org.uk/about-us/policies/Equality%20Diversity%20and%20Inclusion/lets-talk

RYA Club Room - RYA issues water usage advice - Find out what adjustments you may need to make to your usual activities: https://www.rya.org.uk/news/water-usage-advice-issued-for-recreational-boaters

RYA South - Susie’s Scoop - to read this month’s update click here

Southampton Boat Show - Clubs & Associations Day - Join us and fellow members from around the country on Friday 23 September for Clubs & Associations Day, where there will be a full line-up of engaging talks on our Foredeck Stage, plus the opportunity to catch up with your favourite clubs and associations.

RYA South - Entry is now OPEN for the South &South West Late Summer Championships. The RYA will be using this a an indicator event for the RTG's. Enter here: https://www.rsfeva.org.uk/event-directory/

RYA South - Regional Training Groups - Duncan West, our Regional Performance Manager, with a friendly reminder from cloudy Weymouth that applications are open for the British Youth Sailing Regional Training Groups. https://fb.watch/f6gO7CBA-A/

The deadline to apply is Sunday 11th September.

All the British Youth Sailing RTG info you need http://rya.org/IHsA50KqCa9

Apply for your Junior sailor here http://rya.org/j9Wj50KqCa8

RYA South - Flare Amnesty Reminder - Do you have an out-of-date flare? A Flares Amnesty, where you can dispose of your old flares responsibly, will take place at Emsworth Yacht Harbour on Monday 15 September. £3.50 per flare. More RYA info on flares can be found here http://rya.org/I5rF50KhGTc

RYA - Trinity House RYA Yachtmaster Scholarships - “Sailing is what I love and it’s what influenced me to follow this career path." Brianne Wright is travelling the world, working as a Mate on a 35m sail training vessel after being awarded a training grant through the Trinity House RYA Yachtmaster Scholarship. “So far, we have already completed two Atlantic crossings and explored much of the Mediterranean and Caribbean!”

The next round of applications close on Friday 16 September.

Find out more about Brianne’s story and apply - http://rya.org/nPb650Kqtel

RYA - Sail GP - Go behind the scenes at SailGP as the experts give us a closer look at the boats, the technology and what it takes to compete at the top level. Watch the full tour now - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6xfx2rZZ-r4

RYA - Join the RYA team! We are currently looking for highly motivated individuals to join our team. Learn more about our RYA job openings here - http://rya.org/c2j850KqcKv

RYA - Personal Membership - Your RYA membership fees are invested into RYA programmes to help us encourage people of all ages, abilities and backgrounds to start boating, as well as providing support to sailing clubs and centres to help grow our sport. Join today - http://rya.org/YLGq50KnQL0

RYA - What will you discover this year? Now’s the time to embrace a fresh challenge. With so many ways to get out on the water, swap sail for power, or board for a foil, and find your new favourite watersport. Find out more with our guide to getting started - http://rya.org/t2G750KnQij

RYA - Member Offer - As an RYA member you can take advantage of exclusive discounts on leading sailing and watersports brands at the Wetsuit Centre. Their extensive range includes products from Helly Hansen, Musto, Gill O’Neill, Rip Curl and Mystic and covers everything from wetsuits to watersports hardware. To find out more and claim your exclusive member discount visit - http://rya.org/Uc8c50KlGAZ

Scuttlebutt Sailing - De-powering the main sail - https://www.sailingscuttlebutt.com/2022/08/25/using-the-tools-to-depower-the-mainsail

RYA Cruising News - Time running out on MCA flares disposal service - https://www.rya.org.uk/news/time-running-out-on-mca-flares-disposal-service

RYA Cruising News - Get onboard with Safetrx - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=U9DrPI0BeXU

RYA Cruising News - Update on arrival and departure procedures for the UK - Learn more about the new Pleasure Craft Report Service (sPCR). https://www.rya.org.uk/news/update-on-arrival-and-departure-procedures-for-the-uk

RYA Cruising News - Water usage advice issued for recreational boaters - Find out what adjustments you may need to make to your usual activities. https://www.rya.org.uk/news/water-usage-advice-issued-for-recreational-boaters

RYA - Dinghy Trail - Discover this beautiful scenery! Explore the quieter side of Lake Windermere, one of England’s most famous lakes. Windemere South takes you to another world of peace and tranquillity with plenty to look out for on our RYA dinghy trail. Take a day to soak up the atmosphere. With less stopping places on the southern end, it is the perfect opportunity to relax and enjoy the stunning scenery. Explore with our dinghy trail now - http://rya.org/u2qb50Kqrsx

RYA - Southampton Boat Show - Are you planning a visit to the Southampton Boat Show 2022? Make sure to head over to our RYA stand (J120) for all the information you need to make the most of your time on the water. Find out what's in store from the RYA at this years show: http://rya.org/ZbPt50KsaA9