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From the Secretary:
And summer it is. Flaming June has burst out all over. It probably won't last. (It didn't but now it's July and flaming again)Music in the air is arranged and eagerly anticipated by those who will be there. There is news from Sywell and of Brighton with its towers, onion domes, pier and beach. The programme notes and application form for the Latter are enclosed 29th 30th 31st August You will see that cunningly, times, except for Friday arrivals and Sunday departures, are conspicuous by their absence. More information on that will be available on arrival at Shoreham.
Firstly the great standing order crisis again. The number of paid up members has risen to 74. (Just over half what it was.) I am continuing to circulate all previous members but cannot go on doing so for ever. If you have not made a new order and wish to continue with your membership, please use the one enclosed.
Secondly, I now have a stock of 'blazer' badges which closely mimic our logo above but tastefully coloured. I find that they will equally do for a cap badge for baseball or Breton style sailing caps. If you are thinking of the latter the height is 1 7/8 inches. Price £11.86 each incl VAT.
Our spring meeting was held as last year at Sywell. The weather was not so good but the presentations were excellent. Contributions from 'volunteers' follow. So Sywell again provided a feast of new information and new ideas. I hope we shall be able to keep this standard up in years to come.
Please make out a fresh standing order if you are in any doubt. I can think of some long standing and active members who still 'have not got round to it'
In conclusion remember that the Association will pay landing and parking fees and for all children 13 years old and younger. This year it is also paying for your wine at Brighton. There are therefore four good financial reasons to join us there - 29th 30th 31st August.
Andrew Clymo