03/04/2014 – Is it time for a B&B moto? How about “Fluctuat nec mergitur”?

Which translates as “It is tossed by the waves but it does not sink”

Autumn is a wonderful time of year in Sydney as the water is at it’s warmest and the balmy weather lingers on and on. This morning was just stunning with the water and air temperatures both around 23 degrees, little wind and smooth seas.

While we are all looking forward to the end of daylight saving and a bit of a sleep in there is something magic about watching the sunrising over the horizon while diving in Cabbage Tree Bay.

 

 

John Bond going the extra mile (as he does) in regard to recording the temperature.

 

I heard that one of our swimmers just had a new baby so congratulations, could this be the happy couple?

 

Another proud mother having her first swim with her daughter

 

A family photo!

 

And this is almost the first time for these two, but not for Sarah!

 

Bruce has been very busy attending board meetings but still found time for a swim

 

Here is his change of clothes ready to go, I wonder which board he is attending today?

 

And now for some photos!

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

John Bond et al waiting at the point to do an extra mile!

 

Storchy just wanted to set the record straight!

 

Fish and other underwater creatures!

 

 

 

There is nothing trivial about the Trivia Night – Save the date!!

The next significant date in the B&B social calendar is the annual Trivia Night at the Steyne Hotel on Tuesday 6th May!  So save the date, gather your team, and start preparing to join the exclusive ranks of former Trivia Winners who have squared up to our very own quizmaster, John Kelly.  Theme to be announced soon. . .

If you would like to help out, we need some volunteers on the night.  Plus if you could donate items for team prizes, auction items or raffle prizes that would be great. Any goods or services will be most gratefully received, and the funds raised will go towards the B&B’s running costs. This year we will be joined by the Royal Far West who will be assisting in fundraising for the event, and will receive part of the funds raised on the night. For donations, please contact Ian (0142 331530 or ugoboyo@gmail.com).

 

B&B monthly dinner Special Event – Guest Speakers!

The next one will be on Tuesday 8^th April at 6.30 pm at Bluewater Restaurant. Our very own Sleek Geeks will present the results of their in-depth research, titled:

“A Guide to Swimming Etiquette” – by Dr Rainer Noack and Professor Nick Dawkins

If you have any questions regarding swimming etiquette, please post them at the bottom of the blog and the two learned gentlemen will answer them on the night.

The cost is only $20 a head and includes shared entrees, a selection of mains to choose (incl a vegetarian option), corkage (for BYO wine only) and a little thank you for the staff. 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 secure your spot please BOOK HERE NOW,

 

B&B i-Log

Really if you haven’t been using the B&B i-Log then you must be new!!  Almost 75% of swimmers are now using the B&B i-Log. Log your swim ANYTIME of day using this really efficient and easy way to ensure your swim is recorded in the daily attendance and on the Pacific Challenge. To get started, send an email to Ian Forster ugoboyo@gmail.com (This is not a link so please copy and paste into your email). He will check that your email address is activated on the attendance register then send you info on how to get started.

 

Staying safe

We have had seen the return of some serious waves and rips this past week!  Were you prepared? 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.

 

 

 

The Stats

 

Regulars:  117

Newbie: a few

Temp:   23.1 degrees

Sunrise: 7.09 am

Sunset: 6.48 pm

Next high tide: 11:51 AM 1.44 metres

Next low tide: 5.39 PM 0.5 metres

Weather tomorrow:

Min 20

Max 23

Rain at times.

Sydney area

Cloudy. Rain at times. Winds southerly 15 to 25 km/h becoming light in the evening.

Various links:

Various other links:

i-log details
http://www.boldandbeautifulmanly.com.au/ilog.html

Bold and Beautiful Monthly Dinner
http://www.boldandbeautifulmanly.com.au/bb-bluewater-monthly-dinner.html

Water Safety – swim safely with Bold and Beautiful
http://www.boldandbeautifulmanly.com.au/safety-in-the-surf.html

Click here to visit Bold and Beautiful Facebook page
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Part time blogger Joe Earl signing off!