Even in the cold depths of winter the Club is managing to keep on keeping on. Our most exciting news to report is the order we have placed with local gig builder Peter Martin for a new 32ft racing gig. This is to be launched in time for the 2010 World Championships. We are offering the chance for a lucky person to name the gig, in return for buying it for us!!!
We will be seeking grants and donations, so if you can help in anyway please contact us on trescoandbryhergigclub@gmail.com
NEW GIG SHED FUNDRAISING
Whilst we are committing ourselves to the new racing Gig, we are very much still in need of a place to house it when it arrives, and our other gigs who are currently getting a bit of a drafty winter rest. Fundraising efforts continue for the shed, which will go a long way to help us bring everything up to a high standard, ensuring we keep these wonderful pieces of island heritage in good condition for future generations.
WINTER TRAINING
After a shortish break, training has been resumed by many members of the club. We have a tailor-made gym programme available for our members to follow, and have even been seen out rowing (in a hail storm! Urgh!). Any current or prospective club members who are interested in joining in or finding out more please contact Alison Douglas.
INDOOR ROWING RACE
Club members represented us commendably at the recent 2000m indoor rowing competition on St Marys, coming away with the fastest women's time achieved on the day. Inspired by the upbeat and good-sporting competitiveness it fuelled, and because it was such a good incentive to get into the gym, we have decided to hold our own competition after the New Year. We hope this will take place in a 'local watering hole', and we will be flexing our IT prowess by projecting the race onto a big screen whilst the teams race each other over a longer distance. More details to follow after Christmas, but get training because we will make a win worth your while!
2009 MEMBERSHIP
The only way to ensure the club continues is through membership. We are a registered Community Amateur Sports Club and our membership fees are structured to try and keep it accessible to EVERYONE! The 2009 Membership fees are listed below, are due by the end of January (or on joining if later in the season), and can be paid by cheque or cash to Kim Hopkins at Fraggle Rock on Bryher, or Rachel Young at the New Inn on Tresco. A Paypal option will be available soon (link to follow, check back soon).
Full Season Adult - £25.00
Half Season Adult - £15.00
Under 16 - Free
Non-rowing, Casual, and Substitute Rowers - £15.00
Student - £15.00
(NB For rowers acting as substitute, who are not already a paid member of the Club, there is a £5 per race fee)
Everyone is welcome to join! Prospective new members and novices are encouraged to contact Alison Douglas to express an interest and to find out what training and learning opportunities there are.
HAPPY CHRISTMAS EVERYONE!!!
