Hannah Stodel gave an inspiring talk about her sailing journey and upcoming plans to participate in the 2020 Vendee Globe race. The club supported various cadet programs over the year and recognized top performers at an awards ceremony. Upcoming events at the club include Christmas drinks on Friday and a Christmas lunch on Sunday.

1. ****Poop Deck****
11th
December 2017
Dear Members,
The talk by Hannah Stodel on Friday was a huge success. Hannah was both very honest and hugely
insightful as she described her journey from learning to sail as a Cadet in Brightlingsea, through her
school racing and Paralympic Campaigns to her planned participation in the Vendee Globe in 2020.
This is a truly inspirational young lady and the Club will be following her journey as she tries to raise
over £4 million to fund the race. Whilst you may not have that kind of money in the bank account,
you might like to support her by buying a tee-shirt or jacket for someone for Christmas, so do check
out her website at www.hannahstodelracing.com We are planning to ask Hannah back to the Club
in 2018 and will monitor her progress.
The Joint BSC/ CYC Cadet Disco and Prize Giving party was also well attended, with both Cadets and
Parents enjoying themselves well into the night!
As well as recognising all participants with a Club Medal for their participation over the year, the
following Cadets won significant Colne Yacht Club Trophies:
• Geoff Bloice Trophy (Most improved cadet overall): Celeste Oldfield
• Coleman Cup (The Most Helpful Cadet): Oscar Oldfield
• Chief Mutineers Shield for most improved male Helm: Connor Young
• Chief mutineers shield for most improved female Helm: Sophie Hilder
• Most Attendance: Summer Russell
This event rounds off another successful year for the Cadets and we would like to say a very big
thank you to all the adults who have supported the programme throughout the year, in many
different ways.
2018 will also be an exciting time for the Cadet programme as we ramp up the training for our own
instructors, add in some Sunday racing and hopefully purchase some new Optimists to encourage
even more youngsters to get on the water.
THIS WEEKEND
Christmas Drinks on Friday Night
Friday evening looks like it’s going to be a lot of fun! The Cruiser Fleet are meeting in the bar for a few
drinks to wish everyone a Merry Christmas and all members are invited to come and join the festive
spirit. At the same time the Motley Crew have booked in for a meal with partners and friends. So,
who knows what might happen!
Christmas Lunch
Then on Sunday, Chef Tim has been invited back to cook the annual Christmas Lunch. It promises to be
a very select affair but with good food and wine on the menu, a beautifully decorated club, Christmas
Carols and a lot of good cheer, what better way to spend a Sunday Afternoon? So, do come and join
us. All members and their guests are welcome. Please book by noon on Thursday to guarantee your
place.

2. Opening Times this weekend
Thursday 12noon – 2:00pm Lunch
Friday 12 noon – 3:00pm Lunch
6:00pm – 11.00 Cruiser Drinks in the bar
Saturday 12:00 noon – 3 pm
Sunday 12 noon – 6:00pm
Christmas Lunch with Carols 12:30
for 1:00pm. Please book ASAP. See
below.
Sunday 17th December
Club Christmas Lunch
£27.95 for 3 courses
£22.95 for Main Course and Dessert only
STARTERS
Canapes to start, served in the bar
MAIN COURSE
Roast Norfolk Turkey, with all the Trimmings, Pigs in Blankets, Sage &
Onion Stuffing served with Roast potatoes and seasonal Veggies
OR
Butternut Squash, spinach and Goats Cheese Wellington, red pepper
coulis, buttered minted new potatoes and a medley of seasonal
vegetables.
DESSERT
Christmas Pudding
OR
Lemon Meringue Pie served with sorbet
Mince Pie served with Tea or Coffee to accompany Christmas Carol
singing!
To book, please complete and return a booking form with payment to the CYC Office. If
you would like to sit with anyone in particular, please state clearly on the booking form,
or contact Emma on 01206 302594 or waterside@colneyachtclub.org.uk .

3. VOLUNTEERS FOR JANUARY SHUTDOWN
Rick is building his list of helpers! The colour charts are out! Please be generous with your time.
This is your club and we want to make it welcoming: somewhere you want to come in to after a day
on the water, or are very happy to come and enjoy a meal or a quiet drink with friends. So please dig
out your coveralls and a paint brush and come a give a few days of your time. Help needed both
during the week and at weekends. Work starts 2nd January.
CYC Training
Stuck for ideas for a Christmas present for your partner / skipper / crew / best mate?
Why not give a voucher for
RYA First Aid certificate course
Friday 23 February 2018
09.30-15.00
£40 + cost of book
Available from the Club Office
01206 302594
waterside@colneyachtclub.org.uk
Other ideas for Christmas!
How about a new CYC Burgee - £12 available from the office.
Membership of the Club for a young person you may know! Now only £60, up to the age
of 25.
Message from Team Sonata
Any Old Iron, Any Old Iron?
One of the Club's Sonata trailers is now so corroded it needs rebuilding.
Do you have, tucked away behind your shed, (in case it comes in handy) any ‘H’ or ‘C’ section 4”- 6”
(100mm – 150mm) RSJs or any heavy weight angle iron that you would donate to a good cause?
Failing that, a complete trailer you could donate?
Please contact the CYC office and we will arrange collection. Thank you!
The Sonata Team.

4. FOUND
A toolbox has been found on the CYC Jetty. If you believe this to be yours, please provide us with a
description so we can return it to its rightful owner. No one has been in to claim this, surely
someone has missed it?
Racing Coach Level 2 Course
We are now working with the RYA to improve the skill set of all those who support our Cadet
Programme. As such we are looking for 6 volunteers to participate in a 2-3 day intensive course at
the beginning of next season. The aim being to further improve our ability to teach those learning
to sail dinghies, both on Saturday Mornings and in Cadet Activity Week. If you would like to apply to
participate in the fantastic opportunity please contact either of the following for more details:
Tom Long on tomlong1988@hotmail.co.uk
Ray Titchmarsh on ray.titchmarsh@hotmail.com
CYC Limited
The Commodore will be meeting with the Directors and Trustees of CYC Limited this weekend to
discuss putting together a new strategy for the Club. This follows on from the Members meeting in
November when a number of ideas were put forward. There are lots of options on the table and as
these are developed we will keep the membership informed.
Sunday 24
th
December
Mulled Wine and Minced Pies from 12noon – 3:00pm
The perfect way to prepare for Christmas. Pop down to the Club and enjoy a little festive spirit.
Bring the family and enjoy the view.
Sunday 31
st
December
New Year’s Eve Party
Details TBC. Why not book to see in 2018 with your nearest and dearest.
2018
1
st
January- bar open from 12noon- 2:00pm
2
nd
– 28
th
January 2018- Club closed for renovation.
Then all the fun starts and we are lining up a fantastic 2018 programme both on and off the water.
More details to follow next week.
Wishing you all a Merry Christmas
Jennie and the Comms Team