30/12/2013 – Always regret a sleep in, never regret a swim

 I thought I was going to be getting up to a rainy morning today, but lucky for me I was wrong.  It doesn’t happen often but on the rare occasion I can be proven wrong.  ;). 

It was an amazing start to the day with the clouds dissapearing as the clock nears 7am. 

 

It was like swimming in a lake this morning with the smoother seas and colder waters.  It always brings out the sealife and cuts down the number of swimmers hence the name bold.

Some of us like to get dressed up for our swims.  Take a look at Anna’s new flippers. Let us know how they went Anna. 

Goanna!!

There is always a sense of excitement as we head into the waters.  With no waves that leaves us plenty of time to catch up with our friends on the way in. 

 While some get ready for their underwater adventures other’s are doing impersination’s of a peacock mating dance.  Be sure to check out the background. 

Now that we have made it to Shelly, the business side of things start to take place.

 Some people are just happy make it to Shelly.

We have managed to recuit another young swimmer.  She is looking a little cold.  Lucky for her there is support to keep her going.  Well done and we hope you enjoyed the water and fish today and we see you again.

Now onto the fish of the day and no it’s not snapper. 

Some of the fish were very shy today so it made it a little challenging to get that perfect shot. 

The lengths we go to. (Nick)

Nick and I came across some Old Wives this morning. Stunning

I found Vanessa, JK & Sophie trying to take selfies of themselves so I thought that I would give them a hand. 

 and last of the underwater shots.  I love the slow swim into shore where the waters are crystal clear.  If people didn’t know where this photo was taken you could be mistaken for thinking we are snorkelling off Cairns. 

We have been sent in a photo of Krystyna in New York.  Looks like she is trying on clothes to make sure it suits her pink cap. Nice work Krystyna.  Keep up the great photos. 

Renae.  Have a great weekend everyone.

 

 

Stats:

Swimmers: 207

Newbies:6

Air Temp: 16 degrees

Water Temp:19.2 degrees

Sunrise: 5:38

Sunset: 19:50

 

Don’t forget TOMORROW is ‘clean up’ Cabbage Tree Bay day, which is our small contribution to Ocean Care Day – bring your flippers so you can dive down and collect rubbish!!  Stuff it in your cossie or bring a mesh bag or pair of pantyhose to collect the rubbish in – the more we all collect the better! We will swim as normal to Shelley Beach, then on the way back we can take our time and search for rubbish. At the end of the swim will will pile it together!

Position Vacant! Bold and Beautiful Blogger Needed for Mondays!

 Would you like to join our great team of Bloggers and have your OWN SPOT blogging for the WORLD FAMOUS Bold and Beautiful?  Opportunities like this don’t turn up every day! 🙂

 Sadly Robster the Blogster’s leisure time is becoming just too great for him and he has to give it up! 😉 ……(actually he has a job!)

 All you have to do is: turn up for the swim every Monday (no matter what!), take photos whilst trying to swim, then rush home/work or Bluewater and write the blog for a couple of hours – it’s easy!  The benefits are huge in return: Instant Fame, you get to express yourself, show everyone who you are, have fun taking the mickey out of Shaun and Storchy, a fan base/following and much much more!

 All of those who currently blog will agree, I am sure, that yes it is a bit of a commitment BUT once you get the hang of it, it is easy and rewarding! 

Full training offered of course and camera provided!

 Let me / Ian know – or Robbie, who’s email is robert.byrne00@gmail.com

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 2014 B&B CALENDAR ON SALE NOW!!

 

Using a compilation of photos taken throughout the year by a number of our swimmers, Linda and Tim from Manly Mac Art, one of B&B’s long standing supporters, have continued the B&B tradition and designed and printed another keepsake of wonderful memories, in this fantastic spiral bound 2014 calendar.

Get one for yourself or pin it up at work. Give one to friends or send them overseas to the family back home. An ideal stocking filler for only $15 !
BUY YOURS HERE NOW

 

BnB teams up with Ocean Care Day – Sunday 1st December!

Don’t forget THIS Sunday’s swim will also be ‘clean up’ Cababge Tree day – bring your flippers so you can dive down and collect rubbish!!  Stuff it in your cossie or bring some sort of mesh bag to collect the rubbish in – the more we all collect the better! At the end of the swim will will pile it together!

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For your diary and other stuff:

Remember XMAS Party on Tuesday!!! 

B&B “Mad Hatters” Christmas Party – HURRY TICKETS SELLING FAST!!

 The B & B “Mad Hatters” Christmas Party will be held on Tuesday 3^rd December at 6.30 pm in the Moonshine Bar (2^nd Floor) at the Steyne Hotel. All swimmers and partners/friends are welcome (no under 18s unfortunately). Wear your craziest hat or other headwear. No need to be shy as we will have the whole bar to ourselves. Finger food will be provided and drinks will be at bar prices. Lots of fun and dancing are guaranteed, with a band featuring one of our very own swimmers. Come along to find out who it is. The cost is $10 per head, with all proceeds going to the running costs of the B&B. Don’t miss out. Bookings are essential.

Book HERE now so you don’t miss out!

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B&B Attendance Login App

The B&B Attendance Login App is the perfect way to avoid queues!! Log your swim (only if you did swim), between 5am and 9am for the easy way to ensure your swim is recorded in the daily attendance and on the Pacific Challenge.

To get started, please send an email to Ian Forster [ ugoboyo@gmail.com ] requesting to have your account activated. Ian will then send you info on how to get started. 

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 Staying safe

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