Nineteen Royal Cork sailors took to the water in Lough Derg on the 6th & 7th April in the first leg of the Optimist trials. At the half way stage the Royal Cork hold 5 of the 6 places. Harry Durcan leads the way followed by Richard McGinley, James McCann with Johnny Durcan and Rebecca O’Shaughnessy just outside the top 5. The second leg of the Optimist trials will be held in the Royal Cork on May 4th, 5th & 6th with all to play for. All the sailors have sailed very well after months of training and all are still in contention to make the teams. Best of luck to all.…

Its that time of year again and I am sure all our sailors have grown out of some of their gear and wish to sell it on and purchase new gear. We will hold our annual “Buy & Sell” on Saturday 27th April from 11.30hrs – 12.30hrs. Please bring along any gear you may wish to sell or come along if you need to buy gear. Used sails/equipment/boats are also welcome.

Please label your items clearly with the guide price and your name.

We will also hold a “Meet & Greet” for the new parents which is a great way to get to know all the new parents. If you have any questions to ask, Frank Thompson, the optimist class …

The optimist beginner sailing sessions will start on Saturday 20th April at 11am in the Dinghy Centre. As usual the format will be a “no pressure” introduction for new sailors to optimist sailing and some confidence building for those wishing to improve. Help will be provided for parents and sailors new to the scene. I would request that all interested parties email me in advance to provide some indication of numbers. Volunteer helpers are also required, both adult and older junior sailors. Volunteers are key to the success of the beginner sessions. Of particular help are optimist sailors who are willing to take the beginners out in their boats. The beginners sailing will be finished before regular April Saturday league …