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The website for Saunton Sands Surf Life Saving Club is here! Although it is intended mainly for use of the members of Saunton Sands SLSC, anyone can feel free to browse through the website.
To this end, if you'd like more information concerning Saunton Sands Surf Life Saving Club, the UK's Number 1 SLSC, why not check out our 'About' page?
Enjoy!
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The are a few problems with the E-Mail service here at Saunton Sands SLSC.co.uk, so E-Mail updates and updates to the website may take a little longer then usual to get online.
All E-Mails will however get through as usual, but again might take a little longer then usual.
Apologies for any inconvenience caused
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Dropping times?
1st May 2008
Keith & Dave has gotten in contact with a message for the surf life savers of the Masters variety out there:
"Well done to those who made the ‘Wintery’ Weds session and took part in the first run test followed by Dave’s drills.
Good effort by everyone and look I forward to seeing times dropping over the next couple of months as fitness improves!
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You can check out the latest test times by clicking right here! [.xls file, Microsoft Excel Required - 16.5kb]
As a reminder, for next week's session you'll need to have your wetsuits at the ready for some in's and out's techniques - Sounds fun, if you're into that kind of thing!
Masters in Training
28th April 2008
Keith has sent in a listing of the following Masters training sessions:
- 30th April - Low tide - By request the 'Run Time Trial' will appear tonight so have running gear at the ready
- 7th May - High tide - Depending on surf etc this will be a swim session, only to chest depth mainly concentrating on in/outs techniques
- 10/11th May - One of these days as the '3 Bridges Race' is on the 11th, looking at a Board clinic here to those interested on the river behind the Leisure Centre, time to be confirmed
Take note, and don't miss out!
Summer Bargains for Saunton Members!
28th April 2008
Sue has gotten in contact with SSSLSC.co.ukto let you all know that at a North Devon Kayak shop in Woolacombe, Dave has 2mm Oxbow long sleeve shortie wetsuits in for the summer.
They retail at £100, but if you mention you're from Saunton Sands SLSC he can let you take it away for £80!
Quids in!
Get with the watermen!
25th April 2008
RescueBuoy.co.uk has gotten in contact with a brief message for people:
 "Rescuebuoy.co.uk is proud to announce that from 2008 it is the sole representative for Surftech Rescue in the United Kingdom and Northern Europe. In the past decade the Surftech® brand has established itself as a leader in the surfboard market. Their goal was simple: to create a better surfboard. Using the world's best surfboard shapers, Surftech® has built a range of surfboards, paddleboards and even skimboards.
With its surfing background the watermen that run Surftech® recognised a gap where the durable Tuflite® sandwich construction used in their surfboards could be used to build water rescue products. The technology ensures that the product, designed by the worlds leading shapers, watermen and surfers, is available to everyone.
Tuflite® construction offers the most advanced quality construction suitable for all surfboard & paddleboards. Using the highest quality EPS foam, epoxy and fibreglass materials, Tuflite® products are built to boast the ultimate in performance and durability." |
To view the Surftech Rescue range, Click Here.
Land a kick start to your 2008 season!
22nd April 2008
Keith Watts has gotten in contact with a short note for all Masters attending training this Wednesday 23rd April at the beach (Of which starts at 6:30pm - Sharp!).
The session will just be a gentle Land 'Introduction' session, just to kick start your great 2008 season!
That is all - Now, make sure not to forget, 6:30pm, post-haste!
Fancy a bit of extra funding?
22nd April 2008
Paul Reid has E-Mailed in with something every parent might want to take a look at, as Sharon has found a possible source of funding that may apply to either you or your children.
The Devon County Council 'Gifted and Talented Fund for Sport' scheme is a small set of funds that are held aside for supporting students who are currently attending Devon County Council schools and of whom are well talented at one of a range of sports, of which the list includes 'Surf Life Saving'.
To view the form containing more information on the subject, click here [.doc file, Microsoft Word required - 44.5kb], and in the words of Paul, "Have a go, what have you got to lose"!
Date-Mania!
14th April 2008
Lost in the Rankings? Confused in Germany? Not got enough Skiing Legs? Well it's time to correct those problems Mr., as new and updated times, dates, places and event names have all made their way to the Saunton Sands website competition calendar!
Dates, new and updated, include the six legs of the British Ocean Ski Series, the National Junior & Senior Rankings events, the Nippers, Youths & Senior/Masters Devons & Nationals, the IRB Championships, the Rescue 2008 at Germany, and Portreath Surf Life Saving Club's 50th Anniversary!
Is your calendar up-to-date? Well better grab your pen, cross out those old updated dates, and add in these new ones so you're never late!
Before the news post ends however, the Jan Reid (Of whom the dates also come courtesy of, with some extra help from Sharon) also has a quick message to the Seniors of whose Nationals is due to take place on Saturday 13th September & Sunday 14th September (They're updated!).
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"I have provisionally booked accomodation for the Seniors at St. Davids for the Friday and Saturday nights. For those above 18 it comes in at £18 per night, and for under 18's at £14.
The venue is 15 minutes drive from St. Davids and is Self-Catering. You can see photo's on newgaleymce.co.uk and further info. There are two lodges on of 16 and the other 22. All rooms share an ensuite and accomodate either 4 or 6 people.
I already have had 15 people ask me for space so please book now to guarantee a space. First come first served!!!
Cheers, Jan Reid.
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For more information and to contact Jan, here's the number:  .
Darn Woolacombians!
9th April 2008
Rob Bunney has sent in a few snaps from the recent Youth National Stillwater Championships that were held at Bath University. Alongside this he's also divulged what you may just be reading in this weeks North Devon Journal. It's all below, the gallery link following the story!
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On Sunday 30.3.08 the Youth Stillwater Surf Lifesaving championships were held in Bath university 50m Pool.
Last year Saunton were third with just under half the points of winners Woolacombe and Saunton were delighted after a fantastic effort from the youngsters hauled them up to second place only 78 points behind especially as Tom Howe, national standard swimmer recruited by Woolacombe only 2 weeks ago accounted for 46 of those in individual events alone.
Heats were swum on submitted times so medal placings within age bands are hard to confirm yet but of course numerous medals were won.
Points were:
- Woolacombe 774
- Saunton 696
- St Ives 407
- Perranporth 393
- Mumbles 271
- Blyth 261
- Pen Y Bont 223
This leaves the local rivals on 2 wins apiece in the National still water events this year with Saunton taking out the Seniors and Masters and Woolacombe the Nippers and Juniors.
Roll on the Beach and Open water events.
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The Gallery not only includes pics sent in by Mr. Bunney himself, but also for the first time the team shot is also presented in Saunton Sands Wallpaper format, with 6 screen resolutions supported! Now you can get in the team spirit everytime you turn your computer on!
To view the Gallery of the events doings, then give your left mouse button a good clicking right... here!
If there are any previous team shots (Or any large image you have seen on the Saunton Sands website) that you would like converted into a Saunton Sands Wallpaper, or if you would like to see more wallpapers like this when new galleries are uploaded to the website in the future, please get in contact via E-Mail (Address at the top of the page as always). Enjoy!
A dip in the ocean
9th April 2008
For those looking to enter, the Ocean Swim Classic - Woolacombe 2008 event is set to take place Friday 4th July 2008.
The event involves a 2.5K Fun Swim from Putsborough to Woolacombe and 1K Fun Swim at Woolacombe.
The Ocean Swim Classic (Putsborough to Woolacombe) costs £10 per person, and starts at 7:30pm, with prizes of £50 each going to the Male & Female who finish first! The 1K Triangular Fun Swim is based at Woolacombe Beach and starts at 6pm with entry costing £5 per person for Under 14's and Fun Swimmers.
Registration for the event is from 5:30pm at Woolacombe Surf Life Saving Club, and to enter you'll need to make sure you have returned an entry slip of which can be obtained right here via. the link below. The address to return it to and all the info on the event is all there too.
Back to the Beach, all of you!
7th April 2008
Bryan Smith has E-Mailled in following Pete's earlier news update concerning Nippers training back at the beach in the coming weeks with new training dates for all Juniors, Seniors & Masters to make a note of.
Beach training sessions will commence week starting 21st April for trainees of all categories:
- Juniors are set to train on Tuesdays with a starting time of 6:30pm
- Masters will be training on Wednesdays from 6:30pm
- Seniors training takes place on Thursdays with a 6:30pm start time
- Nippers as previously mentioned train from Friday 25th April with weekly training sessions occuring on both all Mondays and Fridays following
Enjoy your time back at the beach!
Second chance for Juniors with Californian Dreams!
7th April 2008
You may previously remember a news post concerning a new TV series which is set to be produced concerning juniors who wish to be put through their paces in an American Lifeguarding training season. Well TV producers Rival Media has once again gotten in contact as some of the conditions of entry have slightly altered.
The applicants must now be able to travel to America for between 17th July 2008 & 17th August 2008 for the new 4 week long course. The alteration in date also means that applicants must now have a birth date of between 17th July 1990 and 17th August 1992. Original applicants who just fell short of the age range may now be eligible and year twelve students who were previously due to be at school may also now apply.
"This series really is a fantastic opportunity offering young British teens the chance to get fit and gain an excellent qualification whilst having a fantastic summer out in America. Taking part will incur no expenses to the individual, therefore this chance is open to every teen so long as they have the drive and ambition."
The original news article (With updated information) can be seen below:
London based television company Rival TV is looking for participants to star in a new program that will follow six 16 - 17 year olds who are willing to be put through their paces at the world's largest Lifeguarding programme in California during the summer of 2008!
If you've got the stamina and character to make it through, and you are available for filming between 17th July and 17th August then why not apply! Still need convincing? Keep on reading! Heard enough? Skip to the end!
- Can you swim 90 metres in less than 1 min 50 seconds?
- Can you tread water for 5 minutes and swim underwater for 10 metres?
- Do you have the physical stamina to make it through the gruelling regime of the world's largest lifeguarding programme?
- Are you looking for the summer trip of a lifetime, have a passport and are available to go to the USA from July 17th to August 17th?
- If the answer is Yes, then pack up your board shorts, crack out that sun cream and get ready for the most action packed summer of your life.
- Be prepared to work hard, play hard and come live the Californian dream.
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Click Here to see the poster!
[.pdf file, 222kb - Adobe Acrobat Required]
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To apply now you must use these new applications forms - The links to them are below! More information is also included on the series in an FAQ provided at the back of the application forms.
Back to the Beach
5th April 2008
Pete Purchase would like all the Nippers to know that Sunday 6th and Monday 7th April are the last training days at the swimming pool.
Weather permitting, Training days restart at the beach on Friday 25th April between 6:30pm & 8:00pm.
Don't forget!
Looking to Ski?
5th April 2008
Sue Allen has gotten in contact with a message for those looking to purchase Junior 1 & 2 Ski Paddles, as Dave from the Kayak Shop, Woolacombe, now has some in. Enjoy!
Fancy a 24hr workout?
3rd April 2008
Dave Worms has gotten in contact with a short note that he would like to inform everyone of.
On Saturday 14th June (Until Sunday 15th June), there will be a 24 hour Cancer Research Relay for Life Charity Event taking place at Braunton Athletics Track.
Basically the event entails someone from each team running (Or walking if you're getting a bit tired!) on the track at all times - 15 people being the maximum limit on entrants per team.
Entry fee for the event is £10 per person and teams are able to camp at the site.
Dave is hoping to enter a team from Saunton Sands so if you would like to participate please get in contact with Dave Worms as soon as possible.
To the Gym!
29th March 2008
Keith has e-mailed in with a little test for all you Seniors & Masters to have a pop at!
"Fancy a pre-season workout for something to gauge improvement on?
All it involves is a trip to the Leisure centre's gym and a quick spin on the treadmill.
Use the grey model, the 'PRECOR' USA to do this on so here is a step by step 'tear off' guide to see you through..." |
To view the test, click here [.doc file, Microsoft Word required - 23.5kb].
Training dates are also in the process of being updated while the coaches are sorting out their plans.
Skiing along the Taw
29th March 2008
For those wondering, the date for the upcoming Taw Challenge has been added to the Competition Calendar.
It's Saturday 19th April, starting off with a 6pm meeting at Barnstaple Rugby Ground (In the car park!).
Deckchair Cinema returns to Croyde
25th March 2008
A little while ago we were contacted about the first film night at Croyde Village Hall. Well now there's a second!
"Another bank holiday weekend is over, how about spending the evening eating popcorn and watching extreme sports films on the big screen, reclining in a deckchair!.
£2 Adults and £1 under 18's (includes a FREE tub of popcorn!)." |
Chris Burrows & Mark Brindle present 'Deckchair Cinema' - An evening of extreme sports films! Beer, wine, soft drinks & popcorn is all available at the hall's bar, and deckchairs are available at the door!
The evening takes place on Tuesday 25th March at 7pm - £2 adults, £1 youngsters (Under 18's), and as a special March offer, the price includes a free tub of popcorn!
For more information, visit www.croydevillagehall.info.
Training out, Easter in!
19th March 2008
Pete Purchase has E-Mailed in to inform all the Nippers out there that there will be no training on Sunday 23rd March and Monday 24th March as the swimming pool is closed!
He'll be looking forward instead to seeing you all down the pool on Sunday 30th March! Happy Easter!
Champions Holding On!
17th March 2008
Bob Bunney has E-Mailed in with a short report of what went down recently in Bath for the Seniors & Masters National Stillwater Championships which you may just find in this weeks North Devon Journal. You can read it below... although if you can't be bothered with the reading and prefer looking at pictures, then you can do that as well as Bob's sent in some pictures from the event too. The link's at the end!
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On Saturday and Sunday 15-16th March the GB surf lifesaving Still waters were held at Bath University 50m pool.
Saunton Masters held onto the title with 1449 points to Portreath's 588 in second place and Perranporth's third place with 386.
A very young Saunton Senior team captained by James Dallyn and coached by Dave Worms was boosted by the arrival on Sunday of 4 youngsters who had competed for Barnstaple swimming club in the Devon interclub swimming relays at Plymouth on Saturday as well as some masters doubling up on events and swimming in the open category. They knew they had competed well but were astounded when the points totals were read out at the end jumping from seventh place last year to run out winners with 316 points to second place Portreath's 225, Perranporth's 197 and Crawley town's 172.
Points towards the super club are all divided by the number of age categories in the event with of course the seniors only having one category.
Mark Ressel came along on Saturday but was injured when skiing after Richard Folland went into him on a snow board and so couldn't compete.
Saunton members cannot recall if we have won the still water seniors before, Nick Skinner thinks so but if it was it was at least 5 years ago, I have emailed John Martin and he is going to get back to me with the answer, we couldn't find out from the trophy as last years winners Pen Y Bont hadn't brought the trophy back yet." |
See the gallery from the event by clicking here! Well done folks!
Calling Lifeguard & American wannabes!
17th March 2008
London based television company Rival TV is looking for participants to star in a new program that will follow six 16 - 17 year olds who are willing to be put through their paces at the world's largest Lifeguarding programme in California during the summer of 2008!
If you've got the stamina and character to make it through, and you are available for filming between 28th June and 23rd August then why not apply! Still need convincing? Keep on reading! Heard enough? Skip to the end!
- Can you swim 90 metres in less than 1 min 50 seconds?
- Can you tread water for 5 minutes and swim underwater for 10 metres?
- Do you have the physical stamina to make it through the gruelling regime of the world's largest lifeguarding programme?
- Are you looking for the summer trip of a lifetime, have a passport and are available to go to the USA from June 28th to August 23rd?
- If the answer is Yes, then pack up your board shorts, crack out that sun cream and get ready for the most action packed summer of your life.
- Be prepared to work hard, play hard and come live the Californian dream.
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Click Here to see the poster!
[.pdf file, 222kb - Adobe Acrobat Required]
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The below links are where you will find the Application Form for more information:
Awesome job people!
17th March 2008
Bryan Smith has E-Mailed in with a few words for everyone who took part in the Masters & Seniors Stillwater championships recently!
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Hi everyone
I would just like to say a great big thanks to you all for your excellent effort over the weekend. To win the masters was great but to win the seniors aswell was just AWESOME!! You all did a great job and everyone added to the points so thanks again and keep up the great work, hope you all had a safe journey home.
Bryan" |
Coaches at the Clubhouse
5th March 2008
Jan Reid has E-Mailled in to let all know that this weekend (8th/9th March) there will be a Level 2 Coach course taking place between 9am and 5pm on both the Saturday & Sunday.
There will also be further coach training on the 22nd & 23rd March.
If you are at the clubhouse during these times could all members please be aware that this course is on and ensure you don't disturb those that are on the course, training hard!
Nipper Snaps
22nd February 2008
Snaps from the Devon Nippers at Saunton Sands have been sent in by Pete Purchase, and can now be seen online!
There's over 60 great pictures to view, and you can see them all by clicking right here to go to the Devon Nippers 2007 Gallery.
Enjoy!
[UPDATE] To all those confused, yes these are actually pictures from the Devon Nippers competition from 2007 - My mistake! Sorry for any problems caused.
The results are in!
21st February 2008
Pete Purchase has sent in the results of the Nippers Stillwater National Championships, as well as a big congratulations, thank you and well done to all who participated:
"PETE AND ALL THE COACHES WOULD JUST LIKE TO CONGRATULATE THE CHILDREN ON THEIR EXCELLENT BEHAVIOUR AT THE STILLWATER NATIONAL NIPPER CHAMIPONSHIPS. WE WERE ALL IMPRESSED BY THE NIPPERS SENSIBLE AND THOUGHTFUL WAYS.
THE TEAM OF 35 NIPPERS DID SO WELL AT THE COMPETITON, COMING IN 3RD PLACE OVERALL. BIG WELL DONE TO THE GIRLS AS THEY CAME 1st (BEST GIRLS TEAM IN GREAT BRITAIN!) AGAIN. WELL DONE BOYS 3RD OVERALL" |
To view the results, you might just want to try clicking the link below:
Seniors & Masters for Bath
19th February 2008
Bryan Smith has also sent in the entry form for all the Seniors & Masters out there that would like to participate in the upcoming National Stillwater Championships in Bath on the 15th/16th March.
Entry will cost you £4.50 per event (Excluding team & pairing events), and you are reminded to bring your club hat & swimsuit, red club hoodie/t-shirt, googles & swim fins to Bath with you!
Please note that ALL ENTRIES MUST BE RECIEVED AT THE VERY LATEST BY WEDNESDAY 5TH MARCH so you haven't got time to dilly-dally!
All the details, as well as contact telephone number are in the entry form of which you can get by clicking the link below:
Juniors required for Bath!
19th February 2008
Bryan Smith has sent in the entry form all you Juniors out there will need to fill in and send off if you wish to participate in the upcoming National Stillwater Championships in Bath on the 30th March.
Entry will cost you £4.25 per event (Excluding team & pairing events), and you are reminded to bring your club hat & swimsuit, red club hoodie/t-shirt, googles & swim fins to Bath with you!
All the details, as well as contact telephone number are in the entry form of which you can get by clicking the link below:
Park yourself well in Millfield
14th February 2008
For all the Nippers participating in the upcoming National Stillwater Championships this Saturday 16th February, some basic instructions on where to park in Millfield for the event have been sent in.
"On arrival, all competitors and spectators will be directed to the North car park and have to take a 5 minute walk to the pool through the school grounds."
To see the letter addressed to all competitors, and to see a map of exactly where North car park is (And where to walk once you're parked up), click the links below. If you have any questions a phone number is included on the letter.
Bring a Sofa & watch some surf films, only at Croyde Village Hall!
14th February 2008
Chris Burrows & Mark Brindle have gotten in contact with Saunton Sands SLSC.co.uk to promote a monthly Extreme Water Sports film night! The film night is comprised of various extreme water sports & local films (The clue is sort of in the name i guess!).
The next night of it all is on Tuesday 19th February starting at 7pm and will be regularly occuring at Croyde Village Hall. This months evening will include films such as:- A short from the new TRISURF surf DVD
- A short from a North Devon museum sci-fi film
- 'NOT CALIFORNIA' surf film about Brighton from Richard Gregory of Woolacombe
- World premier of HALF-LIFE - A Scottish surf documentary from Mark Brindle
- Plus a few local trailers, adverts and more!
There's also drinks at the bar and you may also bring your own comfy chair or sofa to the event if you so desire!!
For more information on the event, click here to see the promotional flyer containing it all ([.doc file, Microsoft Word required - 22kb]), or visit the Croyde Village Hall website.
Calling for Barcelona
5th February 2008
If you would like to attend a trip to Barcelona then there's never been a better time as there's a youth trip booked for that very destination!
The trip is open to Nippers/Juniors born in 1994/1995 (As well as Parents, brothers & sisters, etc.), and the closing date to register your interest is 7th February.
All details on the event can be found on the website: slsawales.org, or if you would like to talk about it with someone who knows quite a bit more then contact Chris Parry on the following number:  .
It's January 2008 - Here's a Newsletter
20th January 2008
The Saunton Sands Surf Life Saving Club January Newsletter is now available right here on this very website (Yep, this one!) courtesy of Rosina Davie.
Want to see it? If your answer is yes, then click here!
Items making up the newsletter include the AGM, Ski Paddling, Junior Nationals, and more. Also included are some Competition dates - If you need some more, then click here, or if you have one to add, get in touch on the usual address. If you experience any problems when reading the newsletter please also let me know. Enjoy!
Somerset Stillwaters
16th January 2008
Pete Purchase has forwarded a letter for all the Nippers wanting to participate in the upcoming Stillwater Championships, which takes place at Millfield School, Somerset on Saturday 16th February 2008.
The letter includes details prior to the event aswell as an entry slip and further contact details amongst other little gems!
To view the letter, choose from one of the two following links dependant on which version of Microsoft Excel you currently own:
An early christmas pressie
24th December 2007
Christmas may just be around the corner, but Pete Purchase has e-mailled in to make sure all you nippers don't forget about the Nippers Stillwater competition at the North Devon Leisure Centre on Saturday January 18th 2008! To accompany this message, he's e-mailled in an entry pack containing all the details and information you'd ever need on the entire event, of which you can download by clicking the link below:
Click Here to Download the Nippers Stillwater Entry Pack [.doc file, Microsoft Word required - 107kb].
Get some work for the new year now!
16th December 2007
The Dickon Berriman from the RNLI has been in contact to let you all know that an E-Recruitment page in online now to anyone wishing to apply to be a part of next years lifeguard season. They're currently looking for full & part-time lifeguards for next season.
To find out more information, and for the E-Recruitment page, click here (Opens in a new window).
"A huge thankyou to everyone who assisted with safety cover this season and those who have helped push for lifeguard cover at Saunton.
Keep up the excellent work.
Merry Christmas and a happy new year to you all,
RNLI Lifeguards, North Devon."
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Don't drink too much over the christmas season!
16th December 2007
James has gotten in contact once again with SauntonSandsSLSC.co.uk to let you all know that another date has been added for IRB Training. So if thats for you, note that there's a new date!
Whats that date you ask? It's the 28th December 2007 - Make sure you're there!
All the IRB Training Dates can be seen by clicking over to this page.
Give first, recieve later!
8th December 2007
Jan Reid has E-Mailed in asking all you good natured surf life savers out there if you could contact her if you're planning on bringing any raffle prizes to the upcoming Dinner Dance so she can make a list of the prizes on offer!
So far there's a nice little list of prizes consisting of items such as:
- An Mp3 Player
- An item of Dartington Crystal
- A Hamper
- A Roast Dinner
- Some Smellies!
- And a Bottle of Wine
However much much more is needed so please get in contact with Jan if you can help out, and in the words of herself... Ask your Bosses!.
IRB's primed and ready to go - Are you?
6th December 2007
James has E-Mailled in with a list of training dates for all the IRB'ers out there in Saunton Sands Land. The dates can be seen below, or on this page, accessible by clicking on the 'Events' link at the top of every page on this very website.
IRB Training Schedule
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9th December 2007
6th January 2008
17th February 2008
9th March 2008
30th March 2008
20th April 2008
11th May 2008
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IRB Training
IRB Training
IRB Training
IRB Training
IRB Training
IRB Training
IRB Training
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Nippers, Read On! Everyone else... read the notice after this!
2nd December 2007
Shortly after Bryan sent in everything anyone would possibly need to know when considering entering the Devon Stillwaters next January, Pete Purchase is on hand to make sure the Nippers aren't forgotten in all of this! So if you're a nipper and you're entering the Devon Stillwaters on Saturday 19th January 2008, read on!
Registration for the event will be at poolside for 8am, with warm-ups following at 8:30am. You will need your fins, a club swimming hat, and swim suits (I.e. No clown costumes!) & it's also preferred if you've got a club T-Shirt or sweatshirt to bring that along too!
The cost for this event is £10 per nipper, and you must get your application in by Monday 17th December 2007 - No Late Entries!!!
To download yourself a copy of the entry form, simply choose from one of the below options:
- click here if you're an up-to-date Microsoft Office user and have at least Microsoft Excel 2007 [11kb - .xlsx file]
or... - click here if you're not up-to-date and are using Microsoft Excel 2000, 2002, or 2003 [33kb - .xls file]
Choices eh? If you don't have Microsoft Excel at all (Or nothing that can open files like this) then please let me know through the usual E-Mail address and i'll be sure to make a note of it for the future as a fair few Excel files make it to the website!
The entry form can also be downloaded from either the Nippers page, the articles page or the competition calendar page which also lists all the current competitions scheduled for 2008. If you haven't already been there, then make sure you write down all those important nipper competition dates on your 2008 calendars at home if you get one for christmas! If you don't get a calendar for christmas... use some post-it notes or something! Make sure you get your entries in on time!
Remember to put a little aside from christmas aswell!
2nd December 2007
Bryan Smith has sent in entry information and entry forms for the upcoming Juniors, Seniors & Masters Devon Stillwater Competitions.
As a note to all taking part, the entry form states that registration for the event is at 8am (At the North Devon Leisure Centre), and warm-ups are at 8:30am.
The entry fee is £10 to all (Per contender!), but only if you get your application form in by 28th December 2007! If you're late, it'll set you back £15 instead, paying on the day.
To download yourself a copy of the entry form, simply click here [22kb - .doc file, Microsoft Word required], print off and fill-in... oh and then send it off to the address included on the form, with the money of course! Don't be late!
The Devon Stillwaters for Juniors, Seniors & Masters are on Saturday 26th January 2008, and the entry form can also be downloaded from either the Junior, Senior or Masters pages, the articles page or the competition calendar page which also lists all the current competitions scheduled for 2008 - Who's spoilt for choice eh?
Saunton Sands Rif-Raffle
27th November 2007
Jan Reid has E-Mailled in with a request for anyone who may have donations to give:
"Hi
I am looking for donations to the Christmas raffle. If anyone has a prize that they wish to donate please let me know and I will try to collect it or give it to a committee member.
Also Caroline Bricknell is to make up some hampers so any donations for those would be gratefully received.
Alternatively you can drop any raffle prize in to my school Yeo Valley Primary which is on the Greenlanes roundabout. Please make sure it is marked Saunton sands or it will get put into the school raffle.
Cheers, Jan Reid"
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Better start training now!
18th November 2007
Bryan has E-Mailled in with many of you guy's important times for 2008 including dates for Nippers (Updated since previous date), Juniors, Seniors & Masters Devon & National Stillwaters, and Devon & National Beach/Sea Championships dates *phew!*
To see them all, click here to go to the competition calendar - Or click on 'Events' at the top of any page on the website, and then click 'Dates for your calendar!' - Simple eh?
Also concerning the dates for the Masters & Juniors in Portreath, Jan Reid has e-mailled in to say that she's been able to find a campsite that has static caravans & bungalows (Though it will also take campers and tents, and maybe campers with tents aswell!). To this end Jan recommends that everyone books early for this event! If you mention that you're from Saunton Sands they will also try to put everyone together.
The website for the holiday park is at tehidy.co.uk, or alternatively you can E-Mail through:  .
Getting your new year off to a calendar-filled start!
14th November 2007
Pete Purchase has E-mailed in with many dates for all you Nippers out there! You can see them all at anytime on the Nippers page, or soon on the overall calendar page. More dates for other categories and the usual other regional events will be online soon. If you have dates for the competition calendar please E-mail them in on the usual line!
Training Sessions
DATE
2007
Monday's
Sunday's
Please Note the following
Sunday 25th November
Sunday 16th December
Monday 17th December
2008
Sunday 6th January
Monday 7th January
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EVENT
Weekly Training Session
Weekly Training Session
dates:
No Training Session
Last Sunday Training Session of 2007!
Last Monday Training Session of 2007!
First Sunday Training Session of 2008!
First Monday Training Session of 2008!
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TIME
7pm - 8pm
4:30pm - 5:30pm
N/A
4:30pm - 5:30pm
7pm - 8pm
4:30pm - 5:30pm
7pm - 8pm
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LOCATION
North Devon Leisure Centre
North Devon Leisure Centre
N/A
North Devon Leisure Centre
North Devon Leisure Centre
North Devon Leisure Centre
North Devon Leisure Centre |
Competition Calendar 2008
Please note all dates are for 2008 and may change nearer the event start date
DATE
19th January
26th January
16th February
T.B.A.
28th June
9th August
10th August
21st August [T.B.C.]
22nd August [T.B.C.]
23rd August [T.B.C.]
24th August [T.B.C.]
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EVENT
Devon Nippers Stillwater
Devon Nippers & Juniors Stillwater
National Nippers Stillwater
Devon Nippers Beach/Sea Championships
Devon Nippers & Juniors Beach/Sea Championships
National Nippers Beach/Sea Championships
National Nippers Beach/Sea Championships
National Nippers & Juniors Beach/Sea Championships
National Nippers & Juniors Beach/Sea Championships
National Nippers & Juniors Beach/Sea Championships
National Nippers & Juniors Beach/Sea Championships
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TIME
T.B.A.
T.B.A.
T.B.A.
T.B.A.
T.B.A.
T.B.A.
T.B.A.
T.B.A.
T.B.A.
T.B.A.
T.B.A.
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LOCATION
North Devon Leisure Centre
North Devon Leisure Centre
Millfield
T.B.C.
Saunton Sands
Saunton Sands
Saunton Sands
Portreath
Portreath
Portreath
Portreath
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