204 swimmers gave up their Sunday lie-in for a dip in the ocean and why wouldn’t they? It’s gorgeous today.
We also were lucky enough to spot one of our favourites! I was very excited to find ‘him’. I’m off for a cycle, so Nick added more pics later.
With a short timeframe this morning, we’ll let the photos do the talking. A fine day for a fine swim.
Here’s Sundays shag on a rock.
meters (5 ft) in length and can weigh over 300 kg (700 lbs), making them the
largest of the hardshell sea turtles.
associated with turtles. Reaching speeds of up to 56 km/h (35 mph), their
streamlined shell and paddle-like flippers aid in their ability to swim quickly
and with grace.
they are cold-blooded, the temperature of the water affects their ability to
hold their breath. In colder water they can hold their breath for longer.
back to the beaches where they were born. I was lucky enough to live for a year out on the great barrier reef where these magnificent creatures came to nest, simply amazing!
Signing off Snorkles, with photos from Stephen and Nick. The Sunday blog team.
For the Diary!
Bold and Beautiful Monthly Dinner – Special Event – Guest Speaker
The next Monthly Dinner on Tuesday 3rd September at 6.30pm at Bluewater Cafe will feature a special guest speaker. Sarah Ann Evans, our official Pacific Jules swimming coach, will give a presentation on open water swimming and tips on how to swim faster with less effort. We will also be launching the B&B swim school. Come along to find out more.
At $20 for two courses, with $5 drinks, $5 desserts and no corkage for BYO wine the dinner is great value. Bluewater also offers a $25 special meal in addition to our standard $20 deal. Bookings are essential, and numbers are limited to 100 people, so Click hereto book NOW. This event will sell out so make sure you book early and avoid disappointment. Don’t forget, the next batch of 500 km badges will also be presented on the night.
Charity Events:
One of our swimmers Tim Giovanelli is involved with a charity called Halve Poverty and on the31st August they are hoping to get 1000 people with the help of Bold and Beautiful to spell out the letter L as part of advocating for the millennium development goals in the federal election! If you are interested in being part of it or want more information please contact Tim on 0404076504 or email Tim.giovanelli@manlylife.org Website: http://halvepoverty.org.au/whats-it-all-about/
Stats:
Swimmers:204
Newbies:7
Water Temp: 16.9
Sunrise: 6:21 am
Sunset: 5:32pm
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18 comments
The Thinking Mans Lemur
25/08/2013 at 9:32 am
Snorkles did you scuba dive across today? must have been lovely.
Who took the turtle pics?
what a lovely swim and great blog post.
Snorkles
25/08/2013 at 9:38 am
Here’s a link about turtles and breathing ….as I some of you thought Yertle was dead!
http://www.nefsc.noaa.gov/faq/fishfaq11.html
Lips
25/08/2013 at 10:46 am
Great swim. Great blog. Great photos. And, thank God, no cuttlefish photos..
Ian, I think Yertle forgot to tick.
Yertle the Turtle
25/08/2013 at 10:47 am
Thanks Lips!
Lips
25/08/2013 at 10:48 am
You’re welcome Yertle.
Vanessa
25/08/2013 at 10:48 am
So glad the turtle was well, fantastic photos Nick, I wish I could dive down that deep.
Nick D
25/08/2013 at 10:59 am
Thanks Ness x Lose the wetsuit and you’ll get down there 🙂
Binsy
25/08/2013 at 11:05 am
Great blog Snorkles. Terrific photos Nick and Stephen.
Fantastic swim today, so clear. Why did I wait so long before swimming with the pink cappers?
Did anyone see Storchy at Shelly today? I see he ticked.
Yertle the turtle shaped Lemur
25/08/2013 at 11:09 am
What’s with the poke while I’m sleeping thing Lippy boy?
I might poke you while your sleeping one night!!
Do you remember that night when we ……. Doesn’t matter.
Stephen C
25/08/2013 at 11:15 am
A short video of Yertle’s return today, http://youtu.be/ataiXcoxUaw
Jane
25/08/2013 at 12:24 pm
Fabulous photos this morning!
I’ve sent the turtle pics to my friend Glenn Shea, reptile expert at the Vet. School, to confirm the ID.
Jeff Parsons
25/08/2013 at 12:46 pm
Didn’t swim today but, as always, enjoyed reading your blog and seeing the stunning photos. Thanks!
Snorkles
25/08/2013 at 3:36 pm
No scuba for me today, just my lungs!
Nick and Stephen took photos whilst my camera is still being repaired (hopefully!)
Sharondunn
25/08/2013 at 4:13 pm
Yertle thanks for hanging out with me today, apologies for the 203 of my friends that turned up too and woke you up. Perhaps choose a spot on the right hand side away from the snorkellers next time?
Sharondunn
25/08/2013 at 4:13 pm
Storchy and Shelly ? Nah
John S
25/08/2013 at 4:26 pm
the envious little ferrets and jealous lemurs snapping at the heals of the silver back trying to bring him down!
Shame
Shame
I feel dirty!
Elizabeth
25/08/2013 at 4:33 pm
Lost – one pair polarised goggles. White with grey marks around edge. In ladies change room maybe.
Vanessa
25/08/2013 at 4:45 pm
I don’t wear a wetsuit, there is no hope for me or excuses!