The trip is on the 21, 22, 23 November, (Friday Saturday Sunday). Low tide Friday is about 11.30, therefore sailing midday through until 4pm. Saturday 10.30 - 4.30, Sunday 10 - 2 and then the trip home. A few are planning on being up there Thursday night to make the most of Friday.

Depending on the wind we can use either coast. We make that decision on the day. This is a fantastic beach for sailing, wide and hard sand. The big storms from last month removed the concrete ramp we use for beach access but it should be replaced by the time we get there.

Same format as in the past - lots of different sailing but mostly about having lots of fun. All handicap based to keep everyone in the mix for prizes. Hopefully a long race to Ahipara and back (about 30 km) if the wind is kind, self handicap, relay, lolly scramble, chocolate fish race, others as wind permits. Overall winner based on Friday and Saturday sailing to be announced at dinner on Saturday night. The judges decision is final but bribes are ok during the event!

Friday night is a barbeque, bring own meat and salad or desert to share. This is very much a tradition of the ABC trips. Saturday night will be spit roast dinner with an entertaining night, details to follow.

I need confirmation from anyone who is planning on being there who had not rebooked cabins immediately after the last event. Most are going again but there are a few cabins left. At this stage I have booked out most of the camp to let me know so I can allocate a cabin. It's a Top 10 so a good standard with great wash down facilities, just grab the fire hose... oh that's right we're not allowed to do that!

Let me know if you want to book. First in gets the accommodation otherwise bring a tent.

 

Russell