Reduced subs - from 1st October to 31st March subs for new members are halved - now just £70 for an individual.
Water Level - the reservoir level is still low, but rose about 1 metre in the last week of November, following Storm Bert. The blue buoy which usually marks one of the shallow spots may refloat in the next week or two and the sailable area should then be quite reasonable once again. United Utilities have, we think, just re-started use of an interlinked reservoir for supply, so this will reduce the draw on Watergrove and improve the rate at which it fills. This has been out of action for the last year or so. Online data for the Irwell catchment (includes Rochdale) for the 12 months to the end of October indicates a wet Winter and Spring were followed by average rainfall in Summer and Autumn, even if it did seem a bit dry then. At the bottom of this water situation report it also suggests Watergrove reservoir has been held low due to maintenance.
Is it safe to go in the sea? After heavy rain sewers may spill into rivers, which then discharge into the sea. You can get live updates to see if this may impact on your coastal sailing - check here. The latest Bathing Water Classifications were published for England's beaches late Nov 2024. These range from poor to sufficient, then good and excellent. Fleetwood manages a good rating, but West Kirby and Fraisthorpe are just sufficient. See the full list here.
Windfoil Coaching - we're arranging coaching for April 2025, unfortunately only for those who have their own equipment. Contact This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. if interested.
Wingfoil Coaching - see details here for recent and planned coaching for members. Alternatively, if you prefer private tuition, this is also available to members and non-members - click here for details. After you've had a lesson you can hire a wing from Robin Hood Watersports.
Wind-SUPs - members can now use 2 O'Shea inflatable wind-SUPs for paddleboarding, light wind windsurfing, or beginner windsurfing. Have a look at our latest acquisition when you next visit. It also means our Tabou Coolrider beginner windsurf boards are looking for new homes. Contact a committee member to make an offer.
Rules of the Road - ever been unsure who should give way on the water?
YouTube Channel - the Club now has its very own YouTube Channel, all thanks to Graham Snowdon. The channel can be found here. Don't be shy, upload videos to Google Drive here or to iCloud from apple devices here and send Graham an This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. to let him know. Please keep it to videos relating to activities at the Club (or on your travels if relevant to others) and Graham will then do any necessary editing before uploading them for you.
Wing & Wind Foiling insurance - RYA now offers members free 3rd party insurance for both of these sports, as well as windsurfing. Please make sure you contact the RYA to activate cover if you intend to wing and / or foil, or you won’t be covered. See more.
Shoutbox - To register for the shoutbox, if you're new to the club, or a prospective new member, or maybe you've just forgotten your password, then please This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. so you can get in touch with other members or plan your visit. Scammers need not apply!
Saturday mornings - please try to avoid arriving 8.45 to 9.10, or you may have to wait a few minutes while the parkrun gets started.