Tuesday 29th of March – The last of the Ides and the Darkness

When the alarm crackled this morning and I was sure it was a mistake. Far too dark for swimming. After a quick check of the time I hauled in this photo which confirms beyond a doubt Winter is coming.

It was even too dark to check the conditions however at least it was the warm southerly’s again a sure sign of no bities.

By the time we hit the beach it was still too dark for my liking though we could see the  half metre swell from the south east and feel the southerly and almost south westerly wind at only a few knots. With 23 degrees air temp though it felt ominously like rain was imminent but it held off.

With a 7am low tide it was almost a walk to the point with what felt like a 10-15 knot occasional gust pushing us out. If only I’d bought the spinnaker.

From the longer range forecast we should see a slight increase in swell to Thursday then a northerly wind for Thursday to slap it down again through to Saturday.

The exercise crew were in great form this morning led by Lainey with the Toe tower.

A reasonable crew did finally front as we headed for the wetness.

And what a wetness it was. Sensational 24.3 degrees and its almost April. At this rate we won’t see 15 degrees till August at least.

It was kinda clear at the point but gradually descended into the seeless green.

The gusts whipped up just near the point as the south westerlies slipped down between the buildings fading as we rounded the point.

A couple of mighty mites on boards were keen to get past the sets.

As you can see kinda clear near the point.

It was a relaxed trip over as we all enjoyed the water temperature.

Lots of little fish in closer.

Alex cutting through the shoals after a 6 week working trip to try and help with the ZIKA virus effects in South America.

And this guy was one BIG lizard. Just at the point on the way back in.

A sure sign that winter is coming when the beach patrols have high beam on at 7:30am.

And Milly wanting a puppy cuddle.

And this is her view.

The official board.

And one last plea for anyone who might have seen a Blue pair of flippers apparently on the wall last Friday as late as 6pm. They were Hydra T2 surfing flippers.  In case anyone saw them can you let me know.

Have a great week.

Brian

Join Pacific Jules Coach Sarah Anne for an hour at Shelley Beach to learn the essentials of how to breath in your freestyle stroke, and ultimately how to swim more efficiently in the open water.

If you’ve attended these workshops before, then it’s the perfect chance to brush up on your technique and work on progressing your stroke further.

Date: Saturday 30 April 2016 9:45-10:45AM

Cost: $25

Location: Shelly Beach

Open to everyone and all abilities welcome.

What to bring: swim suit, cap, goggles, wetsuit, water and money for a hot cuppa afterwards!

PINK WEDNESDAYS AT WHITEWATER RESTAURANT

From 2^nd March, each and every Wednesday will be “PINK WEDNESDAY” at WHITEWATER RESTAURANT. B&B swimmers will receive a massive 50% discount on all food items when they present their “PINK WEDNESDAY” CARD.

In order to get your “PINK WEDNESDAY” CARD, which is only available for B&B members, send an E-mail to Rebeka Zubac, Functions & Event Coordinator at Whitewater Restaurant to info@whitewaterrestaurant.com.au. Please complete the form below and copy it into your email.

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