In this section it is intended to publish information which might be useful to members. It can be addressing any subject from where to get the cheapest boat parts, to things to do on a windy day in Poole!

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1. The RLNI has opened the new Poole training college bar and restaurant to RLNI members. CQBHA members who are also RLNI members are welcome. Take your membership card to show at reception. Details [click here]

2. SEALINE SEASCHOOL TIPS - Great advice from the experts at Sealine.

Also check out the Sealine tips archive for the last 12 months.

3. Useful UK Dates

Round the Island race Saturday 28 June 2008
IOW festival 13 - 15 June 2008
Cowes Week 2 August - 9 August 2008
Red Arrows Bournemouth 17 August 2007
Ancasta Poole Used Boat Show 1 - 3 September 2007
Southampton Boat Show 12 - 21 September 2008
London Boat Show 11 - 20 January 2008


4. A useful translated list of French / English boating terms. [click here]

5. Its a windy day in Poole and the kids are driving you spare! - try Moors Valley Country Park as an alternative venue. Golf Course, Fishing Lake, Tree Top Trail, High Ropes Assault Course, Steam Railway, Play Trail, Cycle Hire, - plenty to keep all the family occupied for the whole day!

6. New to boating and want some suggestions for day cruises? Kevin Butler has written a light hearted article with some suggestions to get you started. [click here]

7. Coast Guard CG66 and SSR- online registration and renewal.
It's always sensible to inform the CoastGuard when you are making an extended passage - just in case something happens and you need assistance. CG66 registrations need to be renewed every two years.
You can now register your boat details with the Coast Guard online and even send a picture of your boat to assist them to find you.

8. You can now register and pay online for your Small Ships Registration (SSR) [click here]

9. Solas Regulations. All the gen on what you should have on your boat to comply with the latest solas regulations. [click here]

10. Life Saving Signals. Next time someone is waving at you from a sports cruiser they might just be in trouble! Get familiar with the proper ways to signal for help. This is also required for your CEVNI test. [click here]

11. Web Sites
RNLI - www.rnli.org.uk
RYA - www.rya.org.uk
Coast Guard - www.mcga.gov.uk
Poole Harbour Commissioners - www.phc.co.uk
Yarmouth Harbour - www.yarmouth-harbour.co.uk
Marine Police - www.dorsetpolice.org/operations/marine/index.shtml
Solent Harbours - www.harbours.co.uk/solent1.html
Radio Licencing - www.radiolicencecentre.co.uk
Round the Island race - www.roundtheisland.org.uk