Friday 18 November 2016 – Wracked by indecision

I get to the beach and see blue bottles on the sand. Oh no.

The early swimmers who could lie but always faithfully report the conditions say there are none at Queenscliff (but I am at South Steyne). Also going to Shelly, the blue bottles are at the rocks so go wide. As we all know, jimbles stay clear of the rocks.

It is the question on everyone’s lips – where to swim. What nobody was thinking was – Oh I will not swim. maybe because like Mark and Dave they are always swimming

 

John Roger and Jim

 

 

 

 

Marco and Nicki

 

The Bold and Beautiful CALENDAR is here!!! lots of shots to admire. $15 each from Management. Get yours early and admire the photos

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

John’s first swim. Listening to a motivating podcast

 

 

 

 

 

the Martin boys with Patricia

 

Secret bottom

 

 

 

Shaun says the swim is good

 

 

John gives voice to the choice – north

 

 

Giving some thought

 

 

This swimmer cycled from Queenscliff just in time to consider swimming back there or to Shelly

 

 

 

Reports from Richard and swimmer friend are that there are no blue bottles north

 

Management (Tim) briefing another newbie

 

 

Dave without a cap. As he should be

 

More encounters with early swimmers

 

 

 

 

 

 

swim wide

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

I thought I would swim to Shelly.

 

If I swam to North Steyne I might see the volleyball courts and then have to decide whether to get out and play or not.

I swam wide as discussed and look what I encountered away from the rocks.

 

I did not make it to Shelly.

I encountered these swimmers on their way back

 

 

 

And a lovely shark down below

 

whether they swam north or to Shelly, all swimmers returned with smiles

 

John or management had to agree – even though it was low tide and a short swim, we can all tick 1.5km on the pacific challenge

 

these guys were so pleased about that

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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. Also, if you have a bit more experience, keep an eye out for new swimmers who might need company. Do read these excellent tips on staying safe in the surf. To read, or even download, click here.

 

Memorial Swim for Ed Selby
7 a.m. this Saturday 19th November
• in accordance with Ed’s wishes •
Members of his family will join us and it will probably be at Shelly Beach at 7.20 a.m. with a swim/paddle out, casting of ashes and hopefully some music.  Our very own ukelele band may play.  Please bring flower petals and wear a bright cozzie if you have one.  If anyone can help with a way to play ‘Disco Inferno’ by The Tramps at Shelly, please let us know.  (Enquiries to Lainey)  Everyone welcome.

 

B&B Christmas Party – don’t miss out – BOOK EARLY

The B & B Christmas Party this year will be held on Tuesday 13^th 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). The theme again this year is simply “Christmas”. So come dressed in your finest Christmas paraphernalia. Lots of fun and dancing are guaranteed, with music by a fantastic rock band “Gluteus Maximus”. The cost is $10 per head, with all proceeds going to the running costs of the B&B. Book HERE now! Don’t miss out on this fun event, numbers are limited.

 

 

Summer Swims 6k and 10k. The 6k swims run on any Saturday during summer from December to February. There is only one 10k swim in each of the months of December, February and March (not in January). The proposed date for the first 10k swim is Saturday 10th December 2016.