Friday 28 June 2019 winter swimming

It is the best time to swim. Warm calm waters. Clear to see fishes. The winter solstice swim is over so no fears on that front. A badge to swim for and an excellent way to start the day

The swimmer on the left had his last swim today. He is leaving for tropical climes – London. Bon voyage

I love colour in my shots

Here is John who checks the temp. I always check the temp even though I am swimming anyway. Thanks John

Here is a newbie with Ian

Early swimmers galore today. It must be dark when they start

Hiya

A team back under the A team tree. feels better.

The temp – still hot

Aha – they waited until I went down the ramp to shower but I came back for the shower scene

More excellent early swimmers

More early swimmers- one with antennae

Early swimmer on left has been to Queenscliff and handing over to 7 am swimmer heading for Shelly. The group covers it all

Jazz hands

Getting into the sea

Always trying for elbows

Management notices:

Water Temp:  18.4
Newbies:       1
Total swimmers    195

Kayakers Wanted

Fantastic opportunity for a supportive B&B kayaker or two to join Chloe McCardel’s English Channel Swim Training Camp this weekend !!

Your role will be to support a great bunch of swimmers in beautiful Jervis Bay.
The swims will range from 1-7hrs, with a couple of hours in the dark. They will also have an IRB (ex-surf life saving IRB) as an added water safety feature.

Minimum paddling commitment is Sat 9am until Sun 11:30am (but, there is extra accommodation available pre & post-camp on THUR / FRI & SUN if you wish to stay extra nights)

SWEETENERS SUMMARY – what you will get in return – in addition to a great weekend out on the water of course:
– Complementary accommodation: Thu- Sun nights (4x nights / June 27 – 30th) only compulsory night is Saturday
– Meals- FRI  = Dinner, SAT = Lunch & Dinner, SUN – Lunch
– $100 towards your fuel
– $100 rebel sport voucher

If you are available and keen to be part of this great weekend please contact Chloe for more details: chloe@chloemccardel.com

[I wish I could kayak. Chloe McCardel is a hero of mine. She has achieved a great deal and has a genuine positive outlook ]

CHRISTMAS IN JULY

B&B FUNDRAISING NIGHT, 

TUESDAY 9th July from 6.30pm

Generously sponsored and hosted by The Steyne Hotel

All B&B swimmers and their family and friends are cordially invited to our inaugural Christmas in July Fundraising Event – (no under 18 unfortunately)

ONLY $30 PER PERSON INCLUDING A MEAL. PLACES ARE LIMITED SO BOOK NOW. TO SECURE YOUR PLACE, PURCHASE YOUR TICKET(S) OR PURCHASE A WHOLE TABLE HERE

Please wear your best Christmas paraphernalia on the night. Theme and dress up your table for the chance to win a prize. It will be a fun night, so don’t miss out!  First in best dressed… If everyone is very well behaved, we may get a visit from Santa himself. Who knows, if you are really good, Santa may even let you sit on his lap.

Enjoy a delicious steak or chicken dinner. A vegetarian option is also available on request, please tell us at the time of purchasing your table. Drinks will be available at bar prices.

Lots of silent auction items will up for grabs, and there will be live auctions right through the night. We will also have a monster raffle which will be drawn at the conclusion of the evening. If you or someone you know would like to donate an auction item or a prize, either individual or for a table please let us know (email Ian at ugoboyo@gmail.com). Funds raised will support both the Royal Far West and the B&B, two great causes.

Feel Good | Look Good | FISKI

A new range of funky, fun, affordable, well fitting goggles for sale directly from the creator in Western Australia

Retail from $22 per pair. Enjoy B&B 10% Discount by using code: winter10

Buy 3 pairs for free delivery

You will notice a few B&B swimmers wearing them already, to see a pair in the flesh ask Ian or John