Author Archives: Tom Willison

Electronic Flares

If you are interested in purchasing an electronic flare to replace you current polytechnic flares, then you should read this article. (Article was taken from the Sailing in Canada January 3, 2024 newsletter). As a pleasure boater with a vessel that is over 6m in length and operating over a mile from shore I am

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Inclusion Northumberland Sail Day

Thanks to all who helped out at yesterday’s Sail Day! We managed to get 47 people with learning disabilities on the water! That took 12 club members’ boats and the generous support of Al Duffin’s cousin, Steve Clare, with his pontoon boat loaded to the gunnels with 11 participants! Thanks to all the skippers: Al

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2023 Tartan 30 Regatta

On July 15 the 5 Club Tartan 30s met on the water for our second annual T30 regatta.  The regatta format was 3 races on a windward, leeward, and windward finish course.  The wind was 10 knots or less, with the third race being abandoned near the finish due to a complete lack of wind. 

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Presqu’ile Point Light House

Each year the club has donated money to help with the restoration of the Presqu’ile Point lighthouse. What follows is an update on the restoration project written by member Al Hallworth, who has been involved with the restoration process. Please read it to the end for the big surprise that will happen late this spring.–TW

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Murray Canal History Presentation

Brightonians can gain a glimpse into Murray Canal history Brighton Public Library hosts historian Dan Buchanan on Feb. 23 Residents can sail over to the Brighton library to learn about the history of the Murray Canal. The Brighton Public Library hosts an evening presentation about the canal featuring local historian Dan Buchanan.   “The story

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