Drascombe Dinner 7th November 2014

The annual autumn dinner took place at Chichester Yacht Club and was attended by over 50 people.

A special presentation took place to Roger and Anita Whiffen, with a speech made by Stewart Brown, where they were presented with a photo album put together from friends pictures, covering the many years of their association with sailing their Drascombe Coaster "Little Dipper".

Douglas Hopwood was presented with the Hans Vandermissen Trophy recognising his contribution to Drascombes and sailing achievements (which you read about by clicking on this link)

Adrian Kneller was awarded the "Don't follow me...I'll follow you" award in recognition of his unplanned visit to Christchurch, well nearly....

and we had a sample of the season ahead with plans for rallies at Chichester over the two May Bank Holidays as well as the August Bank Holiday.

Review of the season

What a great summer !!!

Lots of sailing and far too much beer consumed.

Stats:-

30 nights aboard

445 miles covered.

Not as many nights/miles as some previous seasons but considering I am working full time now, as well as running a small business I am very pleased to have found the time to get so much time on the boat.

High points

Visiting the top of the Yar was lovely as was the peace and quiet of Studland Bay after a particularly rough crossing

Memorable moments (not necessarily for those directly involved)

The Bostonova method of launching 

Adrian's L plate moment - or otherwise titled - ' Quick visit to Christchurch'

Adrian and John's unique method of emptying a pub at closing time

and many more ......

here's to next season - planning under way as we speak.