CROSS SOLENT SWIM 28 AUGUST 2016

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King's Harbour Master Portsmouth

LNTM No 61/16

1. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN by the Queen's Harbour Master Portsmouth that a Charity Cross Solent Swim will take place on Sunday 28 August 2016.  

2. Two swimmers will be taking part in the event each accompanied by a kayaker acting as an individual safety craft. The lead safety craft call sign is ‘RIB Marlin’. A listening watch will be maintained on VHF Ch11 and Ch12 throughout.

3. The route for the swim is from Gilkicker to Ryde Sands, starting at 1230 and completing by approximately 1400. 

4. All crafts will display the International Code Flag ‘ALPHA’ while escorting the swimmers. 

5. Mariners are requested to keep a good lookout and pass well clear of the swimmers and the support craft during their crossing of the Solent. 

6. Cancel this Local Notice to Mariners 30 August 2016.

 


S O Hopper
Queen's Harbour Master

Owners, Agents, Charterers, Marinas, Yacht Clubs and Recreational Sailing Organisations should ensure that the contents of this Notice are made known to the masters or persons in charge of their vessels or craft.