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1. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN by the Queen's Harbour Master Portsmouth that a Cross Solent Swim will take place on Saturday 14 October 2017.
2. Four swimmers will be taking part in the event. Each swimmer will be accompanied by a kayak acting as an individual support craft. There will be an additional two safety craft – call sign ‘RIB Marlin’ and ‘RIB Shy Shark’. 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 1100 and completing by approximately 1300.
4. All support craft 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 16 October 2017.
Tuesday 10 Oct 2017
S O HopperQueen's Harbour MasterOwners, 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.
