| The programme re-starts on January 13th. We again have an interesting and highly varied programme, usually in the club bar, starting at 8.00pm but with bar snacks available from 7.00pm and the restaurant open as usual. So don’t go into hibernation for the winter - come and join us each Thursday evening. JANUARY 13 - Reg Hill completes his Borobudur Expedition JANUARY 20 - John Risdon on Vigilance’s voyage to Brest 2004 JANUARY 27 - Keith Bower of the RNLI FEBRUARY 3 - The RYA training scheme, George Turpin, Plain Sailing FEBRUARY 10 - Dr Armitage on food on board in Nelson’s Navy FEBRUARY 17 - Games Night - Matt Dodd’s Extravaganza FEBRUARY 24 - Victoria and Dominic March - Opus Too’s Scilly Cruise MARCH 3 - Charlie Hutton and Simon - Spinnakers for Novices SEE POSTERS IN THE BAR FOR LATEST INFORMATION If you have any ideas or requests for a talk on a particular subject, or indeed if you know someone who’d like to give one, please contact Malcolm Cooke at BYC. |
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| BYC AND THE REGENERATION OF BRIXHAM The Thursday evening talk on 4 November was presented by BYC member and chairman of Brixham 21, Jon Andrewes. Speaking to a full house, Jon first gave a brief overview of the concept plans, the ongoing consultation and negotiations with various government bodies. This was followed by a lively discussion on the future of BYC in any major harbour regeneration project. We are still only in the very early stages but it is already obvious that there is much strong feeling about BYC’s unique and spectacular location, its waterfront access and its independence as freeholder of the club site. It was also recognised that we are in a strong position to influence the harbour development and there are some exciting opportunities for the club if we want to grasp them. If the whole regeneration project goes ahead, and lets face it this could take decades, the big question for BYC is just how big a part it wants to play. |
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| HELP! If you can help the Club by spending a few hours a couple of times a year carrying out small decorating/repair jobs please leave your name and contact number behind the Bar or ring Tom Savage (07976 525 227).We hope to build up a small team that will save the Club a little money and give you the chance to make new friends and do a useful job for BYC. |
| Ralph joined Brixham Yacht Club in 1973. Over the years he has served the club as a committee member, Rear Commodore House and for two periods as Commodore. He has been a race officer for many years and still fulfils that role. He recently retired from his own printing business and was appointed Admiral of BYC in 2002 in appreciation of his services to the club. |
| BYC PEOPLE Ralph Bowles, Admiral of BYC |
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Welcome back, Jan Collins! We are delighted to say that following a little friendly persuasion, Jan has decided to stay with us. We wish her continuing success in her important role as Bar and Catering Manager |