02/07/13 – The lexicon of winter swimming

There are some words that winter swimmers really don’t want to use –
although they may be thinking them.  Cold
and freezing are two.  Delightfully they
were not on the list for today as the weather and waves were welcoming.

Relief embraced us.  Just look at
these guys – totally chilled.  

Winter swimmers are considerate.
Paige exhibits this by lending a hand to access that spot that is just
out of reach. . .

For today’s 121 swimmers, ‘sleeping in’ was off the list.  Glorious sunshine greeted the gathering
squad.

Surprise appears in many forms.
Firstly that there are so many swimmers, and secondly because at 18.5
degrees it is surprisingly warm.

 
Celebration appears today as we congratulate Tharl on his 21^st
birthday. 

Silliness is always
around.  Some people just can’t help themselves.

The blue gropers were out and about.
This one was spotted just off Shelly, but there were others around the
point.

Wetsuits are discarded soon after the swim.  It’s still really warm!!

For your Diary

The B&B monthly dinner is TONIGHT.  If you haven’t book – hurry up by clicking here.  It’s a great
value meal – $20 for two courses, with $5 drinks, $5 desserts and no
corkage for BYO wine.  Plus there is a Bluewater Special for $25. Adding to the excitement is the awarding of the next
batch of 500 km badges!

Going
somewhere?

Salli Alderson a Bold and Beautiful swimmer AND sponsor from Travel
Associates can help with all your travel needs.
She has been in the travel industry for 19 years and travelled
extensively herself.

For every booking made by a B&B member, Salli will donate 1% to The
Royal Far West School.

She is happy to see you by appointment, either at your home, in a coffee
shop in Manly or at her office in Neutral bay.  This month’s offering is 20% off travel
insurance.  

Just call her on 9904 9711 or e-mail salli_alderson@travel-associates.com.au

http://www.travel-associates.com.au/

Themed as The Great
Gatsby with a Touch of Pink, enjoy a night out with your fellow
swimmers at the cinematic home of Jay Gatsby, the old St Patrick’s Seminary in
Manly (now the International College of Management).

Be transported back to the 1920’s with the theme of The Great Gatsby with a touch of Pink.
You will enjoy a night of fun and entertainment for $85, which includes
a 3 course meal and drinks throughout the night. 

 Tickets are on sale and selling fast so head to: https://bnbball.arrangemyseat.com/ and book your ticket.  Gather your friends, select your table and
choose where you want to sit when you register.

Any questions? Ask Stephen, Nick,
Krystyna or Snorkles at any swim!

Staying safe

With the return of the winter swell, remember that there are no badges
for scaring yourself silly!  While it is
great to extend your boundaries, it is important to know your limits.  Do read these excellent tips on staying safe
in the surf.  To read, or even download, click here. 

And of course the the BADGE!!  We are in week 6 of the winter challenge.

Mary

The Stats

Regulars:  121

Newbies: none

Doublers:  1 – or they were very late starting!!

Temp: 18.5 degrees

Sunrise: 7.01am

Sunset: 4.57pm