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As you all know by now, I took on the task of organizer for this Rally as Peter was called away to spend time with his father
who was unfortunately taken ill whilst on holiday in Spain.
Luckily the majority of the hard work had already been done before he left and it was just a case of finalizing numbers
and Liaising with Ashlet sailing club and the Harbour master at Yarmouth ( via Mita Barnes, who was a great help to me and
to whom I extend my thanks).
On Saturday the weather was kind to us, although was set to change on Sunday to rain and increasing winds, which it duly
did!
The Lowry family decided to travel to Ashlet creek by road, despite Alex saying “We could sail Cleo, it’s just across Southampton
water!”
It would not be the same without her skipper!
We arrived in the afternoon by car to be welcomed by Dawn from Ashlett Sailing Club and the visitor’s pontoon filled with
Parker and Seal boats. Luckily for us the club was away for their own rally, so there was plenty of space for us.
Once the majority of sailors (some by road) had arrived we all descended on the Pub in true seal fashion, taking over several
tables outside the Jolly sailor in the sunshine. This was followed by a great meal served by Dawn and her helpers in the
clubhouse. Well done Dawn- she catered for 34 of us! After a great evening in excellent company, Clifford Miller, Our commodore,
said a few words followed by Peter’s stand –in, oh that was me!
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Thank you all, once again for your support.
As the weather worsened overnight, it was increasingly likely that only a few boats would be able to attend Yarmouth on
Sunday.
The Lowry’s awoke to a phone call from Roger & Helen on Can-y-mor, asking us if we would like to sail to Yarmouth with
them instead of taking the ferry from Lymington. As you can imagine the boys were delighted and we accepted their kind offer,
even Peter had not had this opportunity yet!
After a surprisingly pleasant trip, despite the wind!! We arrived in Yarmouth, along with other association boats, Macoma,
Zephyr, Sea lily and Niquaydi. Sue, Ken, Kate and Paul of Vol-au-vent arrived by ferry and Alice and Chris of Elsa, by car.
Again we were fortunate to enjoy great company and food (via the BBQ) at the Yarmouth sailing club, kindly organized by
Mita and Ron Barnes, thank you both.
Despite the weather another Parker & Seal rally was a great success, enjoyed by all who attended!
Jenny Lowry
Solent officer (for the weekend)
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