Pacific Jules

HOW GOOD IS ASH BARTY?

Who else watched this epic match? What a legend, nerves of steel, brilliant all-round game, no tantrums, a class act. Look out Wimbledon!

OK fangirl moment over. For now.

This morning's sunrise made getting up after 3 hours' sleep worthwhile. One of the great things about winter swimming is you don't have to get up super early to catch it. How good is sunrise over the ocean?

The 6:30 folks set out in near darkness

The water's still warm - 20 degrees today, but the air is getting progressively colder as winter gets a grip.

Here's a quiz for you. Check out these 3 swimmers. Can you guess which footwear each one is wearing? 

a  b c 

Post your answers in the blog post. 

Candice, Jane and Robyn. Robyn has recently returned from a fabulous trip to the USA

First ever swim for Wendy on the right. Hope you loved it.

Reasons to be cheerful

Chanel thinks it's hilarious that she gets to be dog of the day so often. By the way, some people are looking for dog minding work on the Manly Living FB page - it could be a good way for dog owners to get their pooches out for some morning socialising, just saying.

So many happy faces!

Fran took this photo of Cheryl and Peter before they set off on one of their epic marathons. Yesterday someone shared an article about the benefits of swimming on social media. ( I mean swimming, not swimming on or in social media). Apparently swimming between 3 and 4 km (or thereabouts) a day a few times a week extends your lifespan. If this is true, Cheryl will live forever.

Into the blue yonder. Another long low tide walk. The soprano squeaks of coldness are becoming more frequent. Time to remember all the health benefits of cold water swimming.

And we're off!

We have a birthday - Happy birthday Kerrie! Splashes, the birthday song and the Let's Go. 

Someone else is celebrating a birthday this weekend (even though it's not her real birthday) and is important enough for this to warrant a Day Off. However she didn't swim today so she didn't get to do the Let's Go. Next year maybe...

The residents.

This rock cod photo from Frances. They say beauty is in the eye of the beholder and I think it's gorgeous but then I don't think there's an ugly fish in our Bay

I saw one dusky but wasn't quick enough to get a photo of it.

This is not a fish, but a piece of pretty orange seaweed growing on a rock at Shelley. Orange seems to be in fashion at the moment. Unfortunately orange makes me look like a 2 day old bowl of Fancy Feast. The photo is not that clear. I went to take another shot of it but I must have floated away from the rock and couldn't find it.

This flathead was swimming quite close to Shelley.

My mate Cthulhu. Obey Cthulhu.

The crimson banded wrasse are quite shy. I got close to this one but it was moving too fast.

Sergeant Baker

Dinner:

The Next B&B monthly dinner for the year will be held on Tuesday 11th June at 6.30 pm at Bluewater Restaurant. Our guest on the night will be B&B Swimmer, Pam Greening, who has recently completed a climb to the Mt Everest Base Camp. Pam describes this adventure as the best experience of her life (apart from swimming with the B&B). Come along and hear about this exhilarating and life-changing experience. If this is on your bucket list, you will learn about the logistics, costs, accommodation and other details such as the best time to go, what clothes to take etc. Don’t miss it!

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 

Winter swimming

The B&B Winter swimming season starts on 1st June. Although the water temperature may be a little colder than you might like, there are several advantages of swimming in winter, including flat seas, good visibility and no bluebottles. Perhaps the biggest advantage is that you can also qualify for a winter badge by swimming a minimum of 20 times between 1st June and 31st August. You must also swim in at least 7 different weeks. If you manage to do all of your qualifying swims without a wetsuit (or other thermal enhancing equipment), you will also qualify for the coveted WWW badge (Winter without wetsuit). Start now, and don’t forget to log your swims to qualify.

What am I reading? I recently went for a job with one of the Big 4 accounting firms. I didn't get it but I made it to the 3rd round of interviews which I thought was OK seeing as I hadn't applied for any jobs for quite a few years. I'm reading a book called The Big 4 which is about those firms and their origins. It's quite interesting. They go back to the times of the Medici in Florence and beyond. 

What am I listening to? This (the first track) has been running around my head since the calamitous events of a few weeks ago. 

Enjoy the rest of this lovely day.

 

So many reasons to celebrate today

Just before the 7am peloton hit the water we learned that Daniel had just hit the amazing 2,00km milestone. Not only that but he was also getting out of the water after having done an early boulder dash. Congrats Daniel, you're amazing!

Today's sunrise was a quiet affair - clouds over a southerly swell.

How do you like this arty effect?

It was also Ari's 9th birthday. Here is Ari with Dad, Shaun and Veena and dog of the day, Juno

Amid all the the excitement, regulars and newbies were gathering for the first winter swim of 2019. 

Water still warm, the www badge still seems a reality

you don't mess with this guy

Errol is toughest in this photo - look at his footwear.

Gotcha, Roger.

Margo is back after 3 months in Yoorp

Another birthday - Dave - you'll see which one shortly

Daniel's celebrations continue with the help of an enthusiastic photobomber

Underwater visibility was virtually zero, although Ian did tell me he saw a tiny Port Jackson shark swimming close to the surface.

Happy faces at Shelley

First swim for Lauren on the right

Another of life's mysteries

The official Let's Go

But Dave's devoted entourage stayed behind to do the birthday needful

No fish photos today, but we are fortunate to have a professional actor among us. Here she is doing a very authentic fish impersonation. 

I don't know about you but my journey home took a detour. I got another opportunity to witness the sourdough blob - really quite amazing. With swimmer and bread dude extraordinaire, James. Best Bread. Ever.

 

Notices:

Dinner:

The Next B&B monthly dinner for the year will be held on Tuesday 11th June at 6.30 pm at Bluewater Restaurant. Our guest on the night will be B&B Swimmer, Pam Greening, who has recently completed a climb to the Mt Everest Base Camp. Pam describes this adventure as the best experience of her life (apart from swimming with the B&B). Come along and hear about this exhilarating and life-changing experience. If this is on your bucket list, you will learn about the logistics, costs, accommodation and other details such as the best time to go, what clothes to take etc. Don’t miss it!

 

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 

Winter swimming

The B&B Winter swimming season starts on 1st June. Although the water temperature may be a little colder than you might like, there are several advantages of swimming in winter, including flat seas, good visibility and no bluebottles. Perhaps the biggest advantage is that you can also qualify for a winter badge by swimming a minimum of 20 times between 1st June and 31st August. You must also swim in at least 7 different weeks. If you manage to do all of your qualifying swims without a wetsuit (or other thermal enhancing equipment), you will also qualify for the coveted WWW badge (Winter without wetsuit). Start now, and don’t forget to log your swims to qualify.

What am I listening to?

I saw The Cure last Monday at the Opera House. Gemma saw them a few days earlier. What a fabulous concert!  My Cure fangirl level has stepped up several notches.

They played the entire Disintegration album. It's 40 years old this year. So much love! So much black! SOH kindly live streamed last Thursday's show - link provided for your enjoyment

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=z9uSPf9WDbw

And one of the more popular songs toff that album.

cya next time

 

As good as it gets. Do not stay in bed.

Parking was going to be interesting today so I nabbed a spot near the Novotel and just had to try to capture the beauty of the early morning.

Did not quite get to see the 6:30 mob off - this is them from a distance.

Water temp a worrying but comfortable level - is this a theme for our times?

Note next month's dinner

Lots of regulars and newbies today

Elizabeth is off her head with joy to be minding this gorgeous groodle of Julia's

One of these people is not a WOW

First swim for Helena

It was a very low tide and we literally walked to the Point.

Spotted this flathead on the Bower side of Shelley

Just after (or was it before?) the lets go

Some of our watery mates

And a close-up of the crayweed

B&B swimmer James, the owner of Staple Bread and Necessities. I don't know if croissants and cakes are necessities but who am I to argue. The sourdough bread is brilliant however.

The Monthly Dinner – 11^th June 2019 – Guest Speaker

The Next B&B monthly dinner for the year will be held on Tuesday 11th June at 6.30 pm at Bluewater Restaurant. Our guest on the night will be B&B Swimmer, Pam Greening, who has recently completed a climb to the Mt Everest Base Camp. Pam describes this adventure as the best experience of her life (apart from swimming with the B&B). Come along and hear about this exhilarating and life-changing experience. If this is on your bucket list, you will learn about the logistics, costs, accommodation and other details such as the best time to go, what clothes to take etc. Don’t miss it!

 

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 atwww.boldandbeautifulmanly.com.au/bb-bluewater-monthly-dinner.html .

What  am I listening to?

I've been listening to The Cure in anticipation of seeing them on Monday. However, yesterday was Mr Zimmerman's 78th birthday (Bob Dylan to you) so here's some more from the great one. Sorry (not sorry) if you don't like him. This clip is quite significant in the history of American Folk music. Dylan played it in 1965 and shock horror part of his set was electric. It caused considerable outrage among the folkie fundamentalists. A beautiful  F-You moment. The mixed reaction at the end :D

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=G8yU8wk67gY

 

Injecting some fun into a very serious day

Today we have a federal election. This is Serious Stuff where we have the privilege of voting for the leadership and philosophies that will shape our country for the next few years and possibly much longer. Many things are at stake - our livelihoods, how people less fortunate than ourselves will survive, and the very planet we live on to name but a few.

This is all very important, but for a little while in the early morning we can put this on hold, catch up with friends and enjoy ourselves and this special corner of the Northern Beaches.

Happy birthday Gemma from some of your friends. Lesbubs is channeling Rainer in his absence - I think Rainer may have to lift his game. Janet certainly thinks so.

Nearly winer and the water's still warm.

Maybe the warm water and weather are why so many people showed up

The French Connection

Another gorgeous sunrise...

And in we go.....

I spotted an unconventional swimming style here. I have been called a slapper by an expert swimmer so who am I to judge? I can only assume that evaluation  was feedback on how my leading arm goes into the water - feedback I have taken on gratefully and hopefully improved upon receiving it.

Shelley and Alex waiting at the point for the let's go. Be like Shelley and Alex. 

The answer to last Sunday's big question

It was someone's birthday today. Have you noticed how the volume suddenly drops when the Happy Birthday song gets to the person's name? Maybe we should have a generic birthday name. I suggest Mumble.

A practiced blog tart

Here's some fish. Most of us like looking at fish photos with the exception of a curmudgeonly few

I took this photo yesterday - who doesn't love the giant cuttlefish?

Some happy swimmers who didn't want to get out

Dog of the day  is Derek's Bindi with some of her mates. Fewer choices these days. There is a little less joy in the mornings now that pet dogs have effectively been banned from the walkway. The thoughtless acts and words of the few have diminished the happiness of many dogs and their human owners and friends - such a shame.

Lucy and Roger solving the world's problems and waiting for more seed pods to drop

 

No stats today and apart from  the daily temps - I can't even begin to guess the others.

Also no management notices.

What am I listening to? This has been running all around my brain this week. 

I found this live recording which has some help from George Harrison. The bulk of the vocals come from the Bobster - proof that once upon a time he really could sing.

Bob threw it all away. Don't be like Bob - don't throw your vote away.

See you on the other side.

 

The Morning of Golden Light

Such gorgeous light illuminating these 3 early swimmers to perfection.

It's Mother's Day today - the official day of of mothers. So if you are a mum or have a mum today is the day of fond thoughts, celebration, reminiscences. Message to my kids even though they don't read this - please do a bin run today.

Today is a dry blog as I didn't swim due to a persistent lurgy. Just being down by the ocean on a gorgeous Autumn morning is therapeutic.

Edwina had a baking stall to help fund some volunteer work in Nepal 

This is Doctor Ray's book which was also on sale today - Edwina will be volunteering with Doctor Ray. A noble undertaking and I'm sure Doctor Ray will be happy to have her skill and care.

A sneak shot of Edwina, Roz and Lainey working the stall

Checking out the goods

Above the water was beautiful as always

The sun coming up is always lovely

But some seem to prefer the colour-saturated version

Board riders waiting patiently

I was on dog minding duty for Snoopy and Rocco this morning.

They were very well behaved, got lots of socialising and a short walk but did need a bit of down time towards the end. Once removed from stimulation they were able to chill. I am convinced that some dogs are all bladder on the inside.

Heading to the wet and salty stuff. Lots of swimmers. I did experience a little envy.

Janet got to swim with her son Lyndon. More envy. Must start working on mine early, like probably now.

The plan was to walk Snoopy and Rocco to Shelley but a plastic bag incident and (unrelated) broken glass on the path put the kybosh on that idea so we had a leisurely trek back, with every blade of grass inspected for wee-worthiness.

I did manage to capture a strange effect of light. Probably a reflection off one of the houses I guess

All (some of) the noms

Lainey's Sunday morning (seedy nutty) slice

Gluten free!

Yummy fruit cake

Obviously I did not take any under water shots, but heard it was fabulous today. Lots of schools of small fish, duskies and the regular CTB crew.

This from my recent trip to French Polynesia - beautiful little clams.

Stats - absolutely no idea so lets say around 200 swimmers and water temp of 20 degrees and 15 newbies. More than happy to stand corrected.

The Monthly Dinner – 14^th May 2019 – Guest Speaker - Peter Anthony

The Next B&B monthly dinner for the year will be held on Tuesday 14th May at 6.30 pm at Bluewater Restaurant. Our guest on the night will be B&B Swimmer, Peter Anthony, who has a Masters in Communication and has written a book on conversations.  The title of his talk is You talkin’ to me?  and is a talk about talking. Great conversations build better relationships, better businesses and stronger families. And can make you better parents, better partners, even better lovers. Own your hook, claim the wall, master the benches. Learn how to tell your story in your own best words, and why your way is the best way.

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 .  

Josh Cunningham of The Waifs wrote this lovely tribute to him Mum when he was only 18. I've seen The Waifs quite a few times and this is one of the songs that gets very enthusiastic audience participation. The oedipal ending tends to make me a tad uncomfortable but I can only assume it's artistic licence.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=74_neRbhX-c

Enjoy the rest of this lovely day

Mermaids! Approach with caution.

This extremely rare sighting of four mythical creatures. They are mysterious, reported to be dangerous, using their extreme beauty to entice the unwary. I escaped. Barely.

Mermaid Sue, embarking on her double and 3 singles this morning.  

Sunrise in our special corner is always lovely - extrovertedly spectacular or more subtle and muted. This is today's, with some early swimmers rising to greet it.

The regulars and several newbies gathering pre the 7am: The long shadows and warm clothing an indication of the approaching cold weather despite the quite comfortable water temps. 

The board and the Tree of Knowledge

Wrong way, buddy

Milling about at Shelley

And finally the Let's Go

This flathead was barely visible on the sand close to Shelley


There were many reports of Dusky Whaler Shark sightings. I also saw quite a few but this is as close as I could get

More luck with the yellowtail, scorpion fish, groper and fiddler ray, all between the yellow shed and the point.

The scorpion fish was sitting on the sand looking quite exposed. Previously I'd only seen them in amongst clumps of seaweed, trying to look like said clumps.

It was eyeballing me!

Finally, dog of the day, Lola - it just can't be Colby all the time

Enjoy the rest of your weekend and remember the ocean is still there, waiting for you.

Daily stats - 

swimmers - lots, newbies - at least 3, water temp  -a toasty 20.9

The Monthly Dinner – 14^th May 2019 – Guest Speaker

The Next B&B monthly dinner for the year will be held on Tuesday 14th May at 6.30 pm at Bluewater Restaurant. Our guest on the night will be B&B Swimmer, Peter Anthony, who has a Masters in Communication and has written a book on conversations.  The title of his talk is You talkin’ to me?  and is a talk about talking. Great conversations build better relationships, better businesses and stronger families. And can make you better parents, better partners, even better lovers. Own your hook, claim the wall, master the benches. Learn how to tell your story in your own best words, and why your way is the best way.

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

What am I listening to? As April draws to a close, Mothers Day is approaching rapidly. What does this mean for you? Is it a day to celebrate and be celebrated, or just another consumer marketing ploy?

Here is a track about a mother who is not enjoying her new home.

 

 

Swell greets the second quarter of the long weekend

We had Nor' East swell today, and the boardriders graciously gave us space to swim out. The sets were intermittent with longish lulls but the lifeguards issued their safety warnings regardless - only swim out from the beach if you are a strong and confident swimmer. This applies every day - be aware of your skill level and there is no shame in taking the safer option. Remember, there is only one rule at the B&B and the rule is Have Fun.

This is Dennis - he was taking photos this morning of Vlad (whose surname I can't remember) who is preparing to swim the Cook Strait which separates the North and South Islands of New Zealand.  This is a Big Deal, as the crossing can be quite treacherous. Vlad was already in the water when most of us were getting ready to swim (hint - Dennis is the one who isn't wearing budgy smugglers)

Lots of swimmers today, including newbies. Last time I checked 156 people had logged their swim. Water temp in the low twenties is still very tolerable

 

SUP rider in amongst it

Some very happy and relaxed looking WoWs at the point

Shelley and her boy Evan

Awesome vlogger  Jacqui

And that's her again.

 The swell stirred up the sand today and this did not improve visibility at all. Still no sighting of a cuttlefish, which disappoints me greatly.

The duskies have been eating well since arriving at Cabbage Tree Bay and have grown.

Spotted this puffer fish at the Point

Knowing our fine lifeguards are out there looking after us is very motivating. You're welcome

The mood back on shore was relaxed as befits a long weekend.

Regular dog of the day Colby demonstrating a very fine Downward Dog (adhomukha svanasana for the purists)

Finally left the beach feeling grateful  for the privilege of starting the day  in such a marvellous fashion

What am I listening to? I overheard this tune that my son was playing while he was cooking dinner the other day and while it's not what I would normally listen to I thought it was apt for a long weekend.

Enjoy

 

MAFS- Married at first swim. Sunday 14th April 2019

Presenting your Sunday vlog 💁🏽‍♀️

 

Enjoy your Sunday 

Jac xxx

Moody Morning

The smallish crew who showed this morning were in for a treat - below the gloomy clouds was warm clear water with sea creatures a-plenty for us to interact with.

Sunrise was a muted affair

I saw these ladies leave the water and re-enter shortly after - not enough of a good thing, right?


Meanwhile the preparations for the 7am

Steve, who has mastered the lifter and the leaner roles - he lifts spirits with his loving demeanor and he loves to lean on humans. 

Edwina and Michael deep in conversation

Still a bit sparse for a Saturday. Is summer really over?

Alanna going back for her second single

At Shelley, the joint was jumping

The A team, who shortly after this photo was taken caused confusion and general discombobulation by giving a pre-emptive let's go 

And now for the fishies, in no particular order

Fiddler ray aka banjo shark even though it's not a shark, near the yellow shed

A common stingaree, a crimson banded wrasse and a photobomber who we'll call Rainer

A kingfish and some nervous looking yellowtail

This beauty needs no introduction

A puffer fish close to the Point

Eagle Ray

When too many duskies are barely enough

Duskies and an eagle ray. I saw one of the duskies sizing up the ray - and it seems making a meal of it was too much work.

I caught up with Ian and Ros and can confidently say we hit dusky pay dirt.

A squid near Shelley

Is this pink fish a wrasse? It has whiskers like a catfish

Mados aka LSTs

Napoleon joined the WoWs for coffee and a chat

My guess at the stats

water temp let's say 23

Swimmers 200 maybe

Newbies 15

2019 Summer Badge Ceremony – Sunday 24^th 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 24^th 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.htm

What am I listening to? Today I am torn - a few weeks ago I went to a very lovely performance by the multi dimensional Ralph McTell. Alte Kukkes may remember a pretty big hit of his in the 1970s called Streets of London, but he is also a very fine songwriter and guitarist and a blues aficionado with a significant back catalog. Not a one hit wonder by any means. This is not a blues piece but I like it because it evokes a summer in a green and pleasant land - quite unlike the relentless heat and humidity we have experienced recently

And here's the other one. Later this week a tribute film to Joni Mitchell will be played globally to celebrate her 75th birthday. Here is a live version of one of my favourites of her songs. A gorgeous live performance but then she always had fabulous musicians playing with her. A unique creative force.

2019 Summer Badge Ceremony – Sunday 24^th 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 24^th 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.htm

Sunday record breaking swim

Attached is the Sunday VLOG. 🦈🎬 Enjoy! 

https://youtu.be/PYGBs1b8UsQ 

 

And an old vlog if you’re interested.... 💁🏽‍♀️ 🦈

Monthly Dinner– 12^th March 2019 – Guest Speaker

Tuesday 12th March 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

2019 Summer Badge Ceremony – Sunday 24^th 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 24^th 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.htm

 

 

Monthly Dinner– 12^th March 2019 – Guest Speaker

Tuesday 12th March 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

2019 Summer Badge Ceremony – Sunday 24^th 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 24^th 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.htm