It was a beautiful morning for my first Tuesday blog! There was a clear sunrise, very little blueys, smooth conditions and perfect water temp.
There was lots of jelly blobbers this morning (the proper scientific name for them of course..), but apart from that, the water was a lovely 19.7 degrees and I'm sure I am not the only one happy the nor easters have settled! It was a great day to start your Bold and Beautiful journey- with 20 newbies thinking the same.
Stats this morning:
Swimmers: 295 - very accurate thank-you Ian!
Newbies: 20- amazing for a mid-week!
Water temp: 19.7 degrees
Looking forward to many more blogging Tuesdays!
Ali x
SUMMER SWIMS
As the Summer long distance swimming season approaches, it seems appropriate to explain what it takes to earn a Summer badge. Three long distance swims are on offer:
��� The 6 km swims are held every summer Saturday morning at 7am until Feb.
��� There is a 10 km swim once a month over summer. Next one in Feb.
��� If these swims are too long for you, you can try a Triple Manly to Shelly swim any day during Summer (distance 3.5 km) from 6.30or 7 am.
'Try a Triple'. Do the Manly to Shelley return swim 3 times non-stop and earn a triple badge.
Please note, Badges will be awarded to swimmers completing any and/or all of the 3 swims at the times and dates stated above and throughout the Summer months.
You will earn a badge if you complete these swims and log them in iLog. The system will only record authorised 6K or 10K swims that are logged on the appropriate days. Badges will be presented at the Summer Badge Ceremony in March. If you are unsure of the routes and protocols for these swims, please ask at the desk before you swim. When swimming these longer distances, we request that, for safety reasons, you stay with the group. We also request that you do not swim in dangerous conditions. The quest for a little cloth badge is not worth putting your life at risk. Enjoy your swimming.
IMPORTANT NOTICE - AUSTRALIA DAY
As usual, Australia Day, next Saturday, will be a huge event. Please note that, due to a surf carnival at Manly, B&B will be meeting and commencing the swim at Shelly Beach. Please do not swim from the beach at Manly. Try to arrive early, to allow time for parking and the walk to Shelly (for the safety of all swimmers, please don���t enter at half way). We also request that everyone wait on the beach to avoid congestion on the walkway. At 7 am we will gather together to sing the national anthem on the beach before we enter the water. This year will be even more special, as we will be announcing the Medicare Free+Active Random Swimmer of the Year, who will receive a $500 MasterCard voucher. The Random Swimmer of the Month for December will also be presented with a $100 Rebel voucher.
For safety reasons, we will be swimming in an anticlockwise direction around the Bay ��� swim from the right-hand side of the beach to the Point and return to Shelly Beach along the shore side. Please do not swim into the beach at Manly as there will be water craft accessing the beach in that area. Every year, we encourage swimmers to wear our national colours/flags or other paraphernalia. It should be an impressive sight. Come along and join in the fun.
Due to the large number of swimmers expected this weekend, we urge you to take particular care in the water. Remember, we are not racing; we are here to enjoy our swim. Please be mindful of our swimming etiquette and avoid swimming on top of other swimmers. If you do collide with someone else, please stop and make sure that they are not injured. Let���s make this a great weekend for all involved.
There was lots of jelly blobbers this morning (the proper scientific name for them of course..), but apart from that, the water was a lovely 19.7 degrees and I'm sure I am not the only one happy the nor easters have settled! It was a great day to start your Bold and Beautiful journey- with 20 newbies thinking the same.
Stats this morning:
Swimmers: 295 - very accurate thank-you Ian!
Newbies: 20- amazing for a mid-week!
Water temp: 19.7 degrees
Looking forward to many more blogging Tuesdays!
Ali x
SUMMER SWIMS
As the Summer long distance swimming season approaches, it seems appropriate to explain what it takes to earn a Summer badge. Three long distance swims are on offer:
��� The 6 km swims are held every summer Saturday morning at 7am until Feb.
��� There is a 10 km swim once a month over summer. Next one in Feb.
��� If these swims are too long for you, you can try a Triple Manly to Shelly swim any day during Summer (distance 3.5 km) from 6.30or 7 am.
'Try a Triple'. Do the Manly to Shelley return swim 3 times non-stop and earn a triple badge.
Please note, Badges will be awarded to swimmers completing any and/or all of the 3 swims at the times and dates stated above and throughout the Summer months.
You will earn a badge if you complete these swims and log them in iLog. The system will only record authorised 6K or 10K swims that are logged on the appropriate days. Badges will be presented at the Summer Badge Ceremony in March. If you are unsure of the routes and protocols for these swims, please ask at the desk before you swim. When swimming these longer distances, we request that, for safety reasons, you stay with the group. We also request that you do not swim in dangerous conditions. The quest for a little cloth badge is not worth putting your life at risk. Enjoy your swimming.
IMPORTANT NOTICE - AUSTRALIA DAY
As usual, Australia Day, next Saturday, will be a huge event. Please note that, due to a surf carnival at Manly, B&B will be meeting and commencing the swim at Shelly Beach. Please do not swim from the beach at Manly. Try to arrive early, to allow time for parking and the walk to Shelly (for the safety of all swimmers, please don���t enter at half way). We also request that everyone wait on the beach to avoid congestion on the walkway. At 7 am we will gather together to sing the national anthem on the beach before we enter the water. This year will be even more special, as we will be announcing the Medicare Free+Active Random Swimmer of the Year, who will receive a $500 MasterCard voucher. The Random Swimmer of the Month for December will also be presented with a $100 Rebel voucher.
For safety reasons, we will be swimming in an anticlockwise direction around the Bay ��� swim from the right-hand side of the beach to the Point and return to Shelly Beach along the shore side. Please do not swim into the beach at Manly as there will be water craft accessing the beach in that area. Every year, we encourage swimmers to wear our national colours/flags or other paraphernalia. It should be an impressive sight. Come along and join in the fun.
Due to the large number of swimmers expected this weekend, we urge you to take particular care in the water. Remember, we are not racing; we are here to enjoy our swim. Please be mindful of our swimming etiquette and avoid swimming on top of other swimmers. If you do collide with someone else, please stop and make sure that they are not injured. Let���s make this a great weekend for all involved.
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