RYA South - RA (and others) Weekly Information Update - 28 March 2025

 

RYA Members Weekly News - Insurance considerations when buying a new boat - Buying a new or used boat can be an exciting but daunting process. Knowing what criteria, certificates or surveys are required, and the level of cover you need from an insurance policy, will help give clarity. https://www.rya.org.uk/blog/insurance-considerations-when-buying-a-boat

RYA Members Weekly News - UK government commits to modernising bathing water rules - The reforms could see the definition of ‘bather’ include other watersports. https://www.rya.org.uk/news/bathing-water-rules

RYA Members Weekly News - Conerns over Portland Incinerator plans raised by the RYA. The RYA urges officials to revoke planning permission until concerns are addressed. https://www.rya.org.uk/news/rya-calls-for-government-action-over-incinerator-in-portland

RYA Members Weekly News - Member Benefits - Spinlock are based in Cowes on the Isle of Wight with over fifty years’ experience in the marine industry and have an extensive range of personal flotation and rope holding equipment for boating and watersports users. RYA members save up to 20%. https://www.rya.org.uk/membership/membership-benefits/spinlock

RYA FB - Match Racing in many ways is the simplest form of racing. One on one competition in any one design boat, testing tactics, strategy, rules knowledge and application, boat handling and teamwork! With match racing there is no need to own your own boat, at events, a set of matched boats are provided, allowing teams to swap in and out throughout the day. Interested? Find out more and enter our 2025 events - http://rya.org/YljJ50VnakL

RYA FB - Stay Connected in 2025 with our monthly webinar series! If you’re keen for more opportunities to learn and engage with RYA staff and peers from across the affiliate network, then our upcoming Connected webinars, workshops and forums provide the perfect platform. Find out more - http://rya.org/FZ4W50VmlyP

RYA FB - Everyone can go sailing, regardless of age or ability! It’s a level playing field out on the water, and the opportunities are ever evolving. With over 200 Sailability venues, find the best fit for your values, needs and budget – http://rya.org/JUoZ50VmlkQ

RYA FB - Fancy a new adventure in your career? We’re hiring for two roles! Could this be your next opportunity? Find out more and apply. Frontend Developer - http://rya.org/K8g150Vm3vI Junior Editor - http://rya.org/x6Gq50Vm3vH

RYA South FB - Don't miss out! There's still time to book - links below. The last two RYA Connected Workshops for 2025 are taking place this week. Tomorrow the 25th of March on the Isle of Wight at Cowes Corinthian Yacht Club & on Wednesday 26th of March Portsmouth at Tudor Sailing Club. Both of these evenings will focus on the area of Keeping Members Engaged exploring areas such as key drivers behind membership cancellations & implementing member feedback loops to ensure satisfaction. Booking Links - 25th of March – https://www.cognitoforms.com/.../RYAConnectedWorkshopIOWM… 26th of March – https://www.cognitoforms.com/.../RYAConnectedWorkshopPort…

EA - Bembridge Harbour & St Helens Beach Water Quality testing - https://environment.data.gov.uk/water-quality/view/sampling-point/SO-Y0004444 & https://environment.data.gov.uk/water-quality/view/sampling-point/SO-Y0004399

EA - Bathing Waters Profile information - for St Helens Beach - https://environment.data.gov.uk/bwq/profiles/profile.html?site=ukj3400-18100

EA - National Storm Overflow Hub - https://www.streamwaterdata.co.uk/pages/the-national-storm-overflow-hub

SW - Live Updates - https://experience.arcgis.com/experience/e9a1db8d193d4cd582d550285a3aeb44/page/Map

CCYC - Funeral & Celebration of Life of Mr Andrew Cassell - Andy’s Funeral will be held on Friday 11^th April at 1pm at St Mary’s Church, Northwood Park, Cowes, officiated by Father Jonathan.  Sue and family invite you to join them in commemorating Andy’s exceptional and inspirational life. There will be a family-only private service afterwards at the Crematorium and at 3pm you are invited to join them again at the Cowes Corinthian Yacht Club to remember and celebrate our beloved Admiral and friend.
 
The family have asked that there be no flowers sent, but donations made in Andy’s memory instead, to the Andrew Cassell Foundation, to continue to support his legacy.  Donations can be made on the day at the CCYC or sent directly to the ACF (details are below) - please include the reference ‘Andy’ on any bank payments.
 
We would like to invite you to send through one or two pictures you may have of Andy that you would like to share with everyone on a slideshow.  Please send these through to acphotographs2025@gmail.com .  I’m sure there are some amazing memories and stories out there!  If you are unable to email them, pop into the office and we can scan them for you.
 
And finally, we have no idea at the moment as to how many people will be attending the CCYC.  It would be hugely helpful with the organisational side if you could let us know if you are able to join us by clicking on and completing this link https://www.ccyc.org.uk/andy-cassell.   You can also tell us here if you have any food allergies we should know about. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact me. With kindest regards - Wendy Owens, Secretary  CCYC 01983 296333

Marine Industry News - MDL welcomes Admiralty Court judgement over disputed berthing fees by race organiser. https://marineindustrynews.co.uk/mdl-welcomes-admiralty-court-judgement-over-disputed-berthing-fees-by-race-organiser/

RYA Training Conference Highlights - https://www.rya.org.uk/news/2025-training-conference-highlights

RYA Training Conference Highlights - eNavigation: Eyes in the sky - Leading up to the withdrawal of Admiralty charts, we go back to basics and explain what Global Navigation Satellite Systems (GNSS) are and how they feed into our electronic chart systems (ECS). https://www.rya.org.uk/news/enavigation-eyes-in-the-sky

RYA Training Conference Highlights - Training Committee Vacancies - Due to the impending end of their terms for a number of our Training Committee members, we are recruiting for new members from the RYA Training network to take on these important roles. https://www.rya.org.uk/about-us/job-vacancies/committee-and-volunteer-vacancies/training-committee

RYA Training Conference Highlights - The art and science of vectors - Learn more about Heading and COG vectors to fine tune your passage planning. https://www.rya.org.uk/news/the-art-and-science-of-vectors

RYA Training Conference Highlights - Training Support Site - Access to the latest Training Notices, Centre Support, Certificate Registration and more. https://www.rya.org.uk/club-centre-support/training

RYA FB - protected seabed habitats - As recreational boaters, it’s essential to be aware of the protected seabed habitats that lie hidden under the water’s surface. By protecting habitats while anchoring and mooring, you can play a big role in securing the future biodiversity of our seas. Check out The Green Blue’s best practice tips http://rya.org/7mqA50VoTPR

RYA South - 24 HOURS LEFT TO BOOK!! If your looking to come to the Regional Training Day at UKSA on the 5th April you need to book now! Booking link https://rya.eventsair.com/.../rya-rtd-so.../Site/Register UKSA will be suitable for Dinghy instructor, Powerboat instructor, windsurf instructor, keelboat instructor.