This year the NZ Maritime Restoration School and the Paihia Haven of History Trust have joined forces to build on the success of the Marlinspike Seamanship Trophy sailed in 2005 and 2006. The weekend of November 2, 3 and 4 will see a re-enactment of the landing ofmissionaries Henry Williams and William Fairburn. An art auction and a black tie dinner before the Marlinspike is sailed off Paihia on the Sunday. Details from Jay Lawry on (09) 402 7746 for the trophy event and Caitlin Radmore on (09) 402 7248 for the re-enactment.
First speakers sign for Yacht Vision 08
The organisers of the Yacht Vision symposium being held in Auckland from March 5 to 9 next year have confirmed two of the guest speakers. Jan-Eric Osterlund, the original owner of the ketch Adele, who has spent the past two years sailing some of the world's most enchanting waters, will talk about his voyages and emphasise just why our oceans are worth saving. Yacht captain John Shawcross will cover a different aspect of cruising: what happens when pirates come aboard. Registration is open on www.yachtvision.co.nz
ENL confirmed as NZ Lowrance distributor
Electronic Navigation Limited has been re-appointed New Zealand distributor for Lowrance electronics following the sale of Lowrance to Navico Ltd. ENL has been representing Lowrance for 20 years and the agreement confirms clients and dealers will continue to receive the company's established level of expertise and service.
Waterwatch
It's all winter racing again on the Waitemata this weekend. Main activity:
Today: B J Tyres Afternoon Blow-out (Bucklands Beach YC).
Tomorrow: Winter racing continues (Gulf Harbour YC and Weiti BC).
Organisations planning events on or in the Waitemata and Manukau harbours should register in advance with the Auckland Regional Council on (09) 36 2000. The 24-hour response number for the ARC maritime unit is (09) 362 0397.
