IMPORTANT NOTICE
COVID 19
18-03-2021
Government restrictions to control the spread of COVID 19 are still in place at the beginning of March and will continue at least until the 29th of March. From the end of March outdoor activities may start if complying with the Rule of 6 or 2 households. Sailing clubs, like ASCSS, organising activities in line with RYA guidelines may be permitted larger groups and children may access club supervised activities.
Taster sessions as provided in previous years will be difficult with the current and expected constraints, so we intend to offer an alternative taster which will comply with the restrictions.
Booking is required for all activities.
Participants must be free from COVID 19 symptoms, not be isolating and must adhere to government and site requirements. You can access our risk assessment from a link on this page.
Cancellations due to isolating will be refunded therefore places may be available at short notice.
| What’s happening: | Go to the appropriate tab |
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Taster sessions: |
New Explorer sessions to run on Thursday evenings Scout and Cub sessions not running due to COVID19 restrictions |
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RYA Courses and Training: |
Youth courses planned. Adult courses not running due to COVID19 restrictions. Volunteer training planned. |
| Club: | Sessions on Tuesday evenings |
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Welcome to the Avon Scout County Sailing Section website
Dinghy sailing activity in the County is provided by the Avon Scout County Sailing Section.
Sailing may be carried out elsewhere in the County but must be supervised by properly authorised leaders/instructors.
The Section operates mainly in Bristol Floating Harbour, from the David Woodhead Centre at Nova Scotia Place, close to the Nova Scotia pub. We use Laser Bahia, Wayfarer, Pico, Topper and RS Feva sailing dinghies and have our own safety boats. The dinghies are stored at our secure yard and we use a private pontoon and slipway for launching and recovering boats. We also offer more advanced sailing from Chew Valley Lake.
Recognised by the Royal Yachting Association (RYA) as a training establishment, the Section offers both introductory sessions and RYA training courses covering a wide range of abilities.
It is recommended that Scouts attend an introductory session prior to registering for a course in order to get the most benefit.
Safety Policy: Avon Scout County Sailing Section aims to provide opportunities for Scouts to sail and drive power boats in a safe manner and without risk to health, so far as is reasonably practicable, whilst complying with the Scout Association, the RYA and local rules.
Our Risk Assessment may be accessed from the following link http://ascss.org.uk/ascss-ra.pdf
Volunteers are always welcome.
The Section also runs courses for adults interested in sailing and volunteering for the section. The courses could take you from a novice assisting on shore to an experienced sailor leading on the water activities.
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