Boating back on - this wednesday!

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Actionmat said:
Tweet from Steve Collins(Kingston RUG):

"Following the Government announcement on Sunday 10 May, we understand that from Wednesday 13 May, unlimited outdoor activity will be permitted in England and this will include all forms of boating". https://rya.org.uk/newsevents/news/Pages/coronavirus-advice-and-information-for-recreational-boaters.aspx

There are of course issues with the odd tree and sunken boat restricting navigation, but it's still the best news I've heard so far this year
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You missed the caveats at the end:

The RYA will review the Government guidance due to be published on Monday, 11 May. The guidance is expected to contain a level of detail that will enable the RYA to issue further advice and guidance for RYA Members, Affiliated Clubs and Training Centres before Wednesday, 13 May. Where there is any uncertainty within the guidelines we will seek urgent clarification.
 
Is a boat a second home? I think one limitation is we have to return home in the evening, no holiday or second home visit.

Brian
 
The Canal and River Trust interpretation is you may visit your boat for the day, but not go out for a cruise and you may not stay overnight.
I believe that to be correct interpretation but there are no doubt differing views on the subject.
As said visiting holiday homes is still prohibited. Perhaps if we are allowed a visit we should settle for that .
 
Old Crusty said:
Barry Russell MBE is no longer working in Waterways. He's gone off to play soldiers.
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He he, Bazzer is the gift that keeps on giving. Dont tell them Pyke!
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Actionmat said:
Who's taken over? His Twitter account looks like it's him who's still in charge.
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I don't want to spoil the grand announcement from the Admiral of the Fleet. Suffice to say, he's ex-mob and that makes a change for the better, at least he knows where the sharp end of a whaler is.

As for Bazza's twitter account, it's controlled by his part time PR wing man, as well as Major Major when he's not delivering face masks to NHS staff.
 
halcyon said:
Is a boat a second home? I think one limitation is we have to return home in the evening, no holiday or second home visit.

Brian
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Not by my definition, a boat is a boat, a recreational item, not an abode in this instance. Anyway, must go, nanny and the cleaner are at the front door,
 
Old Crusty said:
I don't want to spoil the grand announcement from the Admiral of the Fleet. Suffice to say, he's ex-mob and that makes a change for the better, at least he knows where the sharp end of a whaler is.

As for Bazza's twitter account, it's controlled by his part time PR wing man, as well as Major Major when he's not delivering face masks to NHS staff.
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I will be stopping aboard over this w/e & Lord Johnathan Sumption says i can legally so do too.
 
MartynG said:
Coronavirus – Guidance on access to green spaces

We have permission to use our privately owned motorised craft and to go sailing
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"all forms of water sports practiced on open waterways, including sailing, windsurfing, canoeing, rowing, kayaking, surfing, paddle-boarding and the use of privately-owned motorised craft (in line with the guidance issued by the relevant navigation authority) are allowed. You can continue to use towpaths for walking, running and cycling, being mindful of other users and people living in boats along the water"

Seems plain enough to me !


Any thoughts anybody ?
 
MartynG said:
Coronavirus – Guidance on access to green spaces

We have permission to use our privately owned motorised craft and to go sailing
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The guidance does have the get out clause for the EA as navigation authority in terms of what it will offer:

- all forms of water sports practiced on open waterways, including sailing, windsurfing, canoeing, rowing, kayaking, surfing, paddle-boarding and the use of privately-owned motorised craft (in line with the guidance issued by the relevant navigation authority) are allowed. You can continue to use towpaths for walking, running and cycling, being mindful of other users and people living in boats along the water.

Given the number of navigation hazards and u/s locks along the river, my guess is we'll be restricted to pootling up and down the reach our boats are moored on for some time. Still, that's better than no boating at all.
 
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