Busy morning at Big River!

In scenes not seen for some time, the club was awash with youth last Saturday when a large group of sailing hopefuls turned out to try their hand at small boat sailing. Add to that, last season's learning sailors looking to build on their experience, there was plenty going on, all of which augers well for the emergence of the next generation of Big River sailors.

Once the energy and excitement subsided after the morning activity, it was down to a more sedate mature age group to contest the afternoon races. A fleet of 13, including four Wetas, made the best of what were challenging conditions. An up and down SE breeze combined with a large run out tide tested competitors, the short works and long down winds providing plenty of tactical opportunity to get well ahead or fall well behind. Mark was again dominant across both races, albeit he had to concede to Brendan who scored his first win on handicap in the first race. Nathan and Bryan shared the spoils with a win each in the Wetas. Results have now been updated.

Next Saturday (Sep19) the club will host additional heats of the Personal Handicap Series. Racing starts at 1:30pm following a briefing at 1:00pm. Visiting sailors from clubs affiliated with Australian Sailing are welcome to participate in club racing.