What a wonderful swim it was today and... so exciting to see a fever of Cow Nose Rays back in the bay again! They've been visiting us for the last 3 or 4 years and they're an amazing sight as around 30 of them swim in formation!
As well as a fever of rays we had a fever of Fionas! Here they all are...Fiona McTackett, Fiona Johnson, Fiona Dubrovnick and Fiona Logan, all radiant after their wonderful swim.
It really was one of those special mornings today... with the early morning light, bursts of sunshine, warm air and water temps and calmer seas full of fish...It was a top swim!
Made even the more special with the warmth and wit of Shelley and Ian pre-swim!
We had a few gentle waves but nothing like the rough seas at the weekend...
Thunderbird aka Michael. If you missed his Sunday blog a couple of weeks ago you really must go back and look at it. It was a work of art.
Gemma and Fi come out at 7 and go out again they loved it so much!
Over at Shelly I found Leisa with her son Ben who hasn't long been back from Barcelona. It's such a treat when our kids swim with us. (Please take note any children reading, it really makes your Mum's and Dad's day :-)
Talking of which here's Rainer with his kids Jac and Michael ;-) ;-)
I met these guys at Shelly for the first time. They call themselves 'Raywatch' (not Babewatch!)
Joe and Sven
I did ask names but promptly forgot...sorry
Inge and Tanya. Tanya is visiting again from Germany. She's been coming every year for the last 7 or 8 years and swimming with the B&B is her favourite thing to do whilst here!
I think this was Sophie and her Dad
It was Richard's birthday today and I only remembered to tell Ian after the Let's Go. Luckily most people stayed for a splash and song!
I was busy looking for Duskies when I saw the huge formation of Cow Nocse Rays swim beneath me on the way back. Fiona (McTackett) and I were in awe! Hopefully the link below will work for a very short video.
https://www.facebook.com/elaine.dejager/videos/10211375796904593/?l=4380452470526173307
Lots of Yellowtail today being chased by Kingfish. Missed the Kingfish here though!
Lots of Old Wives over by the tall palm tree by the shed.
...and schools and schools of Mados, Hulafish, Pomfred and Silver Sweep as we swam towards the point.
Dusky Whaler from yesterday. So glad they are back in the bay. Please remember to go to the meeting on Sunday re Drumlines 8.30am, info bottom of blog.
and if you recognise the lovely guy above...Rusty, he's about to set off back to the UK for a year. Casual drinks at Manly Skiff Club Sunday afternoon from 3 to send him off Come along!
2019 Summer Badge Ceremony – Sunday 24th March
You’ve done the hard yards and got your Summer Badge(s), now come and collect your badges with all the pomp and ceremony the B&B can muster. Bring along $10 for each badge you have earned (correct money appreciated). The ceremony will be held at the Royal Far West’s new Centre for Country Kids at 14-18 Wentworth St (opposite Rialto Square) on Sunday 24th March, straight after the regular swim! Everyone is welcome, family, friends and swimmers alike.
A $5 per person donation will be payable to the RFW at the gate for hosting this event, and .... RFW will provide a FREE breakfast (sausage sandwich and a coffee/tea). Bookings are essential to ensure there is enough food. Book here NOW https://www.boldandbeautifulmanly.com.au/2019-summer-badge-ceremony.html
All 2019 summer badge qualifiers will be presented with their well-earned badge(s), so whether you are getting one personally or you want to enjoy the celebrations of your fellow swimmers, a great morning is guaranteed so come along, soak up the atmosphere and get inspired for the upcoming winter badges...
The Monthly Dinner– 12th March 2019 – Guest Speaker
The first B&B monthly dinner for the year will be held on Tuesday 12th February at 6.30 pm at Bluewater Restaurant. Our guest on the night will be Helen Pitt, a Sydney Morning Herald journalist who won the 2018 Walkley Book Award for her book The House, the dramatic story of the Sydney Opera House. In 2016, she wrote a story about the Bold and Beautiful swim club, which is where she met veteran B&B swimmer Wilf Deck, a former Opera House engineer with Arup’s who features in the book. Helen will talk about the book and will have copies for sale on the night.
Please book early for this event as it is sure to be popular. The cost of the dinner is great value at only $25 a head, which includes shared entrees, and a selection of mains to choose from (including a vegetarian option). Glasses of beer or wine and desserts are also available at the special price of only $5 each. Numbers are limited, so bookings are essential: To avoid disappointment and secure your spot please book at
www.boldandbeautifulmanly.com.au/bb-bluewater-monthly-dinner.html.
That's all for today folks. I'd definitely get in the water in the next few days if you can. It's beautiful!
Lainey
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