Clevedon Sailing Club held their annual Cadet Week in August. The 15 cadets ranging from 11 to 16 years of age experienced varied conditions over the week which tested their skills. Light winds and sunshine on Wednesday and Thursday were ideal to develop their understanding of the effect of the large tides at Clevedon and how to use or minimise this. The highlight of the week was the sail to Ladye Bay for a picnic on the beach. With no wind on the Friday the cadets made the most of the day with a fun swim and rides in the safety boats. Unfortunately, the high winds and waves on Saturday meant that the competitive regatta had to be postponed until September but the cadets managed to sail on the Marine Lake in some very gusty conditions. The cadets meet on Friday evenings from April to July and a couple of evenings in September. It’s an opportunity to learn to sail in the marine lake and then on the sea, improving confidence and skills as well as having fun. Cadets start at 11 and follow the Royal Yachting Association Youth Development Syllabus.
If you would like to add your child’s name to the waiting list contact clevedonsailingclub@outlook.com.
