A warm sunny day with light to moderate winds provided perfect weather, which was thoroughly enjoyed by the small fleet.

The fast skiffs of Rob Morton and Tony Hastings had their thrills and spills, the keen racers Terry Kirby and Greg Thornton developed their sail trim and tactics, while the trailer-sailors of Brain Wright, Alan Holbrook and Andrea Lane enjoyed cruising.

Commodore Brian Wright said “we’re pleased to begin the new sailing season, hoping to see the familiar faces return and maybe some new ones.”

The Wallagoot Lake Boat Club has club-owned boats available for hire, qualified instructors, and racing every Saturday.

Tuition can be arranged on Saturday mornings, while a special Discover Sailing Day is planned for October 23 and the club will host a sailing school November 5-6.

Next week is the first Handicap Start race of the season. For more information visit the club’s website at wlbc.org.au