You may have been forgiven for hearing the alarm this morning, listening to the patter of rain on the rooftop and then rolling over and going back to sleep.
But 91 of us hearty regulars - or nutcases as my friends calls us - ventured down to the Manly Surf Lifesaving Club for our morning jaunt over to Shelly Beach.
You never regret a decision to roll out of bed on a dull, rainy morning to go for a swim and usually the rainy days are the ones with events to remember.
It was a case of dodge the rain and find any shelter as we waited for the crew to gather.
We all waited anxiously as John Bond reported in the temperature, a lovely 18.6 degrees.
While it was a little cool on top of the water, it was definitely nice underneath and we were treated to quite a few fish our and about as well this morning.
Lesley was very excited that she saw a large group of Eagle Ray's near the point that were "on a mission". Apparently the ray's tend to hang around for a couple of days when they visit the area, so lets hope they are out and about again tomorrow.
Below are some action shots of a couple of our swimmers coming in to Shelly Beach.
Meanwhile at Shelly - some people will do anything to get themselves in the photo.
A quick "let's go" this morning and we're all headed back to Manly to dry off and get warm.
THANK YOU FROM ROYAL FAR WEST
From everyone at Royal Far West, thank you for your generous support at the Trivia Night last week. We hope you had a great time!
The $8,000 raised will help kids from remote Australia access health care that they don’t have due simply to where they live.
You’ve enabled 7 extra kids to receive telecare support this term - from their classrooms they’ll have regular skype sessions with a therapist based in Manly.
This early intervention of speech therapy, occupational therapy or mental health support will make a huge difference to their lives.
Thanks to Ian, John, Anne, Gary and everyone else who helped behind the scenes and got into the spirit of the night. Plus a massive thanks to all those who donated the fantastic prizes.
MEN'S WORK
Men's Wellbeing invites all Sydney men to the next Common Ground men's group starting on 30 July. Common Ground is a program run by men, for men. Queensland based Common Ground has been running for 15 years. They say, “… we know it works, because men (and their partners) rave about the program. There are profound benefits when men have the opportunity to discuss with other men the things that matter, and have the conversations that they need to have.”
Anyone with questions please feel free to chat with Roger Harvey - who did the course in Byron Bay 14 years ago)
Common Ground will run it’s program on the Northern Beaches over two weekends: 30-31 July and 20-21 August. If you know of someone who might enjoy a new men's group why not let them know? For more info - talk to Matty on 0419 172 890 or [email protected]
Manly Surf Club Season Opening Party
A season Opening Party for the Manly Surf Club will be held upstairs at the Steyne Hotel on Saturday 6th August. The event will feature the band Triple Shot, with a live auction also lined up! Tickets are $50 or 2 for $80, includes food and 3 free drinks. Follow the link to purchase tickets: http://manly-lsc.myshopify.com/products/tickets-mlsc-season-opener
Staying safe
Remember that there are no badges for scaring yourself silly! While it is great to extend your boundaries, it is important to know your limits. Also, if you have a bit more experience, keep an eye out for new swimmers who might need company. Do read these excellent tips on staying safe in the surf. To read, or even download, click here.
The Stats
Regulars: 91
Newbies: Zero
Water Temp: 18.6
Flies: Not as many as yesterday!
Hope to see you tomorrow and hopefully the Eagle Ray's Lesley saw today will be out again.
D from the Z's
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