Good morning! It was a rough one out there this morning, the beach is now closed and its no wonder why- big swell at the point, currents every where and shelly turned into a wave pool! The sunrise was beautiful though and the water is still so warm- seemed warmer in than out this mornin! Also thankfully we did not come across any blueys- did anyone see any this morning?
Because of these less than ideal comditions, we joined the majority (it seemed) of swimmers to swim from Shelly to halfway and back- as even Bower looked tricky getting out from. It was a nice walk over, watching the crazy ones like Muzz who enjoy hanging out at the point waiting for the sets to come through.
The swimmers that braved the point and swam to Shelly- a noticeably smaller crowd this morning! Glad I’m not the only one who doesn’t enjoy a rough swim. As one bold and beautiful swimmer said (who I didn’t catch the name of!), it is not ideal for those that like to bilateral breathe- have to say he was right!
The babewatchers that swam from Shelly! It looks decievingly calm in the background…
I saw this on the blog later last week and thought we would attempt it as well- not as easy at it looks trying to land a cap directly on your head. Nice try, Bron and Henry!
Myself, Conor and Steph- attempting a selfie at the pool, before turning around and swimming back.
Another Tuesday done! Who knows what Mother Nature holds for us next week. As I like to say though- You can never regret a swim!
Ali xx
Stats
- Swimmers: Around 100
- Water temperature: 24 degrees
The Monthly Dinner– 12th March 2019 – Guest Speaker
Tuesday 12th March at 6.30 pm at Bluewater Restaurant. Our guest on the night will be Helen Pitt, a Sydney Morning Herald journalist who won the 2018 Walkley Book Award for her book The House, the dramatic story of the Sydney Opera House. In 2016, she wrote a story about the Bold and Beautiful swim club, which is where she met veteran B&B swimmer Wilf Deck, a former Opera House engineer with Arup’s who features in the book. Helen will talk about the book and will have copies for sale on the night.
Please book early for this event as it is sure to be popular. The cost of the dinner is great value at only $25 a head, which includes shared entrees, and a selection of mains to choose from (including a vegetarian option). Glasses of beer or wine and desserts are also available at the special price of only $5 each. Numbers are limited, so bookings are essential: To avoid disappointment and secure your spot please book at www.boldandbeautifulmanly.com.au/bb-bluewater-monthly-dinner.html
2019 Summer Badge Ceremony – Sunday 24th March
You’ve done the hard yards and got your Summer Badge(s), now come and collect your badges with all the pomp and ceremony the B&B can muster. Bring along $10 for each badge you have earned (correct money appreciated). The ceremony will be held at the Royal Far West’s new Centre for Country Kids at 14-18 Wentworth St (opposite Rialto Square) on Sunday 24th March, straight after the regular swim! Everyone is welcome, family, friends and swimmers alike.
A $5 per person donation will be payable to the RFW at the gate for hosting this event, and …. RFW will provide a FREE breakfast (sausage sandwich and a coffee/tea). Bookings are essential to ensure there is enough food. Book here NOW https://www.boldandbeautifulmanly.com.au/2019-summer-badge-ceremony.html
One comment
Alaina
05/03/2019 at 2:31 pm
Hello there!
My name is Alaina and I’ve just recently moved to Manly in the last two months with my boyfriend Michael. We have been swimming every few days with the B&B group since the first day we moved here! I love the B&B community feel and the group you’ve created seems unmatchable in spirit.
We are pretty desperate to find jobs and Im hoping that by reaching out to the B&B community we may benefit by using this as a networking platform as its an awesome space to meet hardworking, enthusiastic, and kind people in our area who may be able to help us in our job search!
Would love to hear from anyone who needs an services, knows of any openings, or has any advice.
Thanks in advance,
Alaina and Michael