Langstone Sailing Club
The home of the Portsmouth Yardstick
Langstone Road,Havant,PO9 1RD
Tel: 023 9248 4577
Email: mail@langstonesc.org.uk
CLUB NEWS
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COASTGUARD TALK
The Hayling Coastguard would like to introduce themselves with a short talk on 15th Feb at 8.30pm. In case you should miss that, they will be returning on Friday 17th for a repeat performance!
CALLING ALL LSC PHOTOGRAPHERS!
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The Club is looking for some recent photos of local sailing activity for use in promotional literature. If you have any suitable material, please forward to Rear Commodore - Admin |
SAILABILITY SEEKS SECRETARY
Langstone Sailability are looking for someone to volunteer for the post of Sailability Secretary. If you are interested, please contact David Weinstock for more information.
More info HEREHOT TOPICS  Click HERE |
MARINE CRIME REPORT Click HERE |
PROJECT NEWS
Work has now begun on the building of the new Lift Tower and reception area extension. Please be aware that building contractors will be on site at varous times between now and Christmas as the build work progresses. During normal Club opening times, access will be via the sliding doors on the Balcony. At other times, while the main entrance is temporarily closed, Members may enter via the side door under the balcony stairs.
LSC BECOMES RYA TRAINING ESTABLISHMENT
We are pleased to report that LSC has now been recognised by the RYA as a training centre that can provide Dinghy Training to members.
This is the result of some hard work by club members over the last year to ensure that club equipment, process and procedures meet the standards required by the RYA. The club was inspected in June 2011 by the RYA and following some minor changes to process and procedures the club's RYA Training Status was upgraded on 27th July 2011.
What does this mean for Club Members?
In addition to the current shore based courses that the club can offer, LSC can now to provide the following “on the water” courses to club members:-
- Dinghy Levels 1-3
- Youth Sailing schemes Levels 1–4
- Day Sailing, Seamanship and Sailing with Spinnakers.
The first course to take advantage of this facility was Junior Training Week. This year the club will be issuing the relevant Youth Sailing certificates to students.
What Happens Next?
Youth Training
For our younger club members we offer our Junior Training Week. Informal training is provided during "Fun On The Water" sessions. As we go forward we would like these sessions to include the Youth Training Syllabus and for relevant certificates to be issued for progress made during these sessions. In order for us be able to do this we need to have Instructors and Assistant instructors running these sessions. The club’s Chief Instructor, Dave Weinstock, is willing to run Assistant Instructors courses that will allow competent dinghy sailors to achieve this status.
If any of the junior parents would like to be involved in this activity please inform either myself or Dave Weinstock.
Adult Training
We would like to start building up a programme of courses for members into the sailing calendar.
In order for us to gauge the demand of such training please could you register your interest with the Sailing Secretary.
MISSING TENDERS
It has been reported that two tenders are missing (presumed stolen) from the Chichester side dinghy pen. The police have been informed. Please keep your eyes peeled for any suspicious activity during the holiday period.
LSC CLOTHING SUPPLIER
Selected Club clothing is now available with our new Logo professionally embroidered, with the option to include your boat's name below the logo to fully personalise your new apparel. Click here for details and Order Form.
TOM WEBB'S ROUND BRITAIN ADVENTURE
Tom Webb, age 17 (son of members Gareth and Susan Webb), set off from Langstone Sailing Club on the 2nd July, to sail alone around Britain.
This expedition is not only a personal challenge for Tom, but also to raise money for Langstone Sailability, the Even Keel Project and to raise awareness of the British Inspiration Trust. His web site and daily blogs are up and running and there is a link to a tracking site so you can see how he is getting on.
See web site: - tomwebbsailing
If anyone would like to make a donation, there is also a link that allows donations to these two very worthy causes.
Tom has now arrived home in Langstone to a triumphant welcome from family, friends, supporters and members of the Langstone Sailing Club and Sailability.
REGATTA WEEKEND
The Prentice Plate was run, article and pictures on racing page
Updated Galley Guidelines
Essential reading if you are assigned a Galley Duty
PLEASE READ!CRUISER BREAKS FREE FROM MOORING
Strong winds have resulted in one cruiser breaking free from its mooring recently. The boat was on the Chichester side of the bridge and ended up on a mud bank. It was rescued before the tide rose enough to let it go to Emsworth! The weak point turned out to be the swivel joint, which had pulled apart. Owners are encouraged to check the state of their own mooring linkages, which may not be as strong as they appear to be.
ACCIDENT REPORTING
New accident reporting sheets are available on the notice board by the office door. Instructions are included in the pack. Please ensure EVERY accident is reported via one of the forms, even if the injury is considered to be minor.
CRIMINAL DAMAGE
A member's boat has been set adrift from its mooring and vandalised. (The member has been notified.) More details HERE
BAR ROSTER
Bar volunteers should read the notice on the forum regarding the revised access procedures. More details HERE
LSC CLUB CALENDAR
The Club Calendar can be viewed HERE or downloaded from the Forum
OLD BOAT SHED
The roof of the old boat shed has now been replaced. Dry storage should now be assured for a few more years. If you have any property stored in the building please ensure it is clearly marked with your name. Any unidentified property is liable to be removed. (This includes ladders, oars and spars and old engines etc.)
LINE DANCING CLASSES
Back by popular demand - Introductory sessions for any members who like a little gentle exercise!
Everyone welcome. (Yes - even YOU!)
Second and Fourth Wednesdays of the month
Starting in February
In the Club Room 1900hrs - 2000hrs.
If you are not already on the LSC Forum, why not sign up now and get communicating! The Forum is designed to be used as an electronic notice board and discussion point for those occasions when you're unable to visit the Bar! All members are encouraged to use this facility to make announcements, ask questions, share hints, tips and photos etc. Members can also download past copies of the General Committee Meeting minutes
NEWS WANTED!
We are constantly looking for items of news, information, stories, anecdotes, hints and tips for our web site. Do you have a new idea for the club, perhaps a story to share, or some photos of a recent race or rally. What about a holiday "Webcard" to your fellow members?
This is YOUR website. Please help to make it a lively and interesting place to visit.
Please send your contributions to: news.lsc1@ntlworld.com [click here]
2012 Calendar
The club is now asking members to select the club race duties they want to do using Dutyman. If you currently do race duties, please make sure you can log into Dutyman and make sure your e-mail/phone number are correct. If you have any problems, e-mail the Sailing Secretary. Additionally, if you are a new member and want to do race duties as part of your duties selection, then let the Sailing Secretary know, detailing your experience, so you can be added to Dutyman.
USE OF BOATSHED
The Boat Shed (to the north of the Clubhouse) is available for use by Members wishing to carry out general repairs to dinghies, day boats or tenders. The charge for this is £12 per week. To book a work slot, use the book inside the boat shed (by the side door) and fill in your contact details and name of boat, together with the date required.
Contact Mike Jessett if you have any problems with bookings and to make payment. (more information and contact details on the Forum)
IN EMERGENCY PULL CORD TO RAISE ALARM
An emergency alarm system has been fitted in the Family Room / Disabled Facility. All users of the Clubhouse should read the attached notice.
RUBBISH!
It is clear from recent events that use of the club's waste collection service needs some clarification. The swing-top container located by the old boat shed is for the disposal of general domestic waste from the club house. Domestic waste consists of waste paper, cardboard, food scraps, vacuum cleaner dust and such like. It does not include old batteries, antifouling paint tins, hurricane lamps, engine oil, wiring looms, carpeting, oil filters, broken rigging, or any from of hazardous waste. Furthermore, if the bin is already full please take your litter away with you and place it in your own bin!
Thank you.
ITEMS FOR SALE?
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Don't forget to visit our FOR SALE AND WANTED section which has been added to allow club members to advertise their boats and related accessories. This service is free of charge to LSC Members. |
FORTHCOMING EVENTS
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See the Social Page for the Non-Sailing Events. |
IMPROVED SECURITY
Site security improvements have progressed with the installation of the second access barrier, boat park security floodlights and CCTV cameras. This work demonstrates our commitment to the Crime Prevention initiative.
Users of the club compound should be aware that their actions will be recorded along with vehicle details and movements.
Please remember that it is the responsibility of all Members to ensure that their property is secure and that nothing of value is stored within boats lying ashore.