Kent

The How and Why of Tides by John Barry

The tides have a major effect on our time on the water – and have a seemingly infinite variability around the world.  From Ungava Bay to Lowestoft, from Venice to Port Circumcision, from Galileo to Dr. Doodson, here is a description of the basic theory of how and why tides happen, how predictions are generated, and some of the other effects that we need to look out for.

Whoops! Enjoy some nautical clangers. by Graham Anthony

Tragedies at sea are no laughing matter; they are usually the result of man's obstinacy and perversity. We look at how these factors led to several spectacular sinkings, and the political ramifications that followed. Graham Anthony balances these serious issues with some amusing interludes.  This talk is informative, challenging and entertaining. It is suitable both for sailors and anyone interested in the less well known issues of safety at sea. 

What the modern ocean passage maker needs to know by Richard Falk. RYA Training Manager.   Among many sailors there is a misconception that an ocean crossing is a little like a channel crossing, only longer. Nothing could be further from the truth. This talk is designed to give an overview of all of the elements involved in ocean passage making on a sailing vessel, with particular emphasis on the impact of developments over the last 10 or 15 years and how they can be used to assist.

So where is our Summer – we're told it will be here from 24^th August onwards!

Kent, Essex and Suffolk Rally – August Bank Holiday, 25^th- 27^th August 2012

PROGRAMME:

*Saturday 25^th August:

Early arrivals relax and enjoy the comfort of and views from the Royal Cinque Ports Yacht Club

The Dover Bronze Age Boat at the Dover Museum

De Bradelei Wharf; Seaside Shopping

In this talk Julian & Vanessa Dussek recount their travels Northwards along the Adriatic coast last year in their Southerly Pluto 

Talks take place at the Early Bird PH, Grove Green, Maidstone, just off Junction 7 of the M20

Tel 01622 734237 [SAT NAV ME14 5TQ].

Please see the Kent Winter Events page for further details.

David Moody is one of the 6th generation of Moodys to have run the family business and has worked for the company for over 40 years, until the date of its sale in December 2005. His niche area was new boat development, sales and marketing.

His talk supports the book 'The Moody Legacy', which covers the complete story of the company's development over some 175 years. The book and the talk contain many period photographs including yachts built by the company or bearing their name. 

Tragedies at sea are no laughing matter; they are usually the result of  man's obstinacy and perversity.

We look at how these factors led to several spectacular sinkings, and the political ramifications that followed.

Talks take place at the Early Bird PH, Grove Green, Maidstone, just off Junction 7 of the M20

Tel 01622 734237 [SAT NAV ME14 5TQ].

Please see the Kent Winter Events page for further details.

Don’t get caught out. Frank gives a commonsense overview of the weather in language that we can all understand
No need to rely on the Weather Forecast,
Rely on the wisdom of Frank !!!
Essex Section was a complete sell out !!!

Talks take place at the Early Bird PH, Grove Green, Maidstone, just off Junction 7 of the M20

Tel 01622 734237 [SAT NAV ME14 5TQ].

Please see the Kent Winter Events page for further details.

Jeremy is almost legendary in his presentations, depth of knowledge and droll sense of humour, another talk not to be missed……..

It’s almost like a Wine & Wisdom with both the questions, the clues and the answers, you’ll wonder how Jeremy put it all together ? ?

How did they navigate in the early days ? ? ?

Before the compass and now………………..

Talks take place at the Early Bird PH, Grove Green, Maidstone, just off Junction 7 of the M20

Tel 01622 734237 [SAT NAV ME14 5TQ].