BCC 2026 ;

Why does sailing / boating in all its various forms, from little dinghy’s to grand yachts, from windsurfers to kayaks, from coracle to motor boats, appeal ?

I believe there are a few reasons, firstly with wind powered craft, the ability to use one’s skills to use natures elements and achieve getting from a to b and back ! 

Secondly, leaving the shore, berth, beach, mooring, etc is the complete sense of freedom. The issues of one’s bank balance, the tax man, the gardening, the shopping, the family pressures can all be forgotten, with plenty of water under the keel, a fair wind, sunny skies, the dream can be enjoyed ! 

Unfortunately these days the mobile phone can interrupt, that annoying email arrives, that reminder in your electronic calendar pings, that what’s app message sounds, all can spoil your dream, but at least its effect is delayed for a few glorious hours !

Our grandkids fun is dropping a crab line and counting their catch, so the appeal of the water starts young !

So look forward your 2026 season, join in some club events, or drop the hook on some lonely creek, float about and listen to nature in all its splendor ! 

Enjoy

Kev on Sea Eagle

BCC Secretary