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TRUSTEES NEWSTRUSTEES NEWSThe trustees are delighted to announce the appointment of Lois Noyce as Horizon's new Chief Instructor. Lois introduces herself below and, as you will see, she has plenty of sailing experience and has worked with another sailing based charity, in London. Lois' arrival at this time enables a good introduction to Horizons on and off the water. We hope her move to Plymouth goes smoothly and look forward to working together.Rob CooperOn behalf of Horizon’s trustees.

100 NUMBERS 100 NUMBERS We asked Lois, our new member of staff to draw this months 100 numbers.

Lois Noyce

THE WINNING NUMBERS ARE:THE WINNING NUMBERS ARE:

99- £25 99- £25 48 - £15 48 - £15

01 - £1001 - £10Congratulations to this months winners. It's that time of the year again when we will be asking you to renew your 100 numbers subscription. If you would like a go its £12 per year, per number the draw takes place every month. Why not set up a direct debit so that you don’t miss out every year. Please call the office if you would like a number or-

would like information regarding setting up a direct debit 01752 605800.HORIZONS HORIZONS 2525THTH ANNIVERSARY ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATIONSCELEBRATIONS

“AROUND THE ISLAND PICO“AROUND THE ISLAND PICO PURSUIT”PURSUIT”

Celebrations are now officially completed for our 25 years of setting sail with Plymouth’s most disadvantaged and disabled youngsters. To mark the milestone, on Saturday 8th October we celebrated by doing what we do best. Even the sun came out to help us celebrate.

Youngsters who attend our recreational sailing club took the helm with their parents and volunteers for a pico pursuit around Drake's Island after which we enjoyed a BBQ to the backdrop of sea shanties sung by the Tavy Tars. During the event, The Lord Mayor of Plymouth, Cllr Pauline Murphy, embazrked on our motorboat ‘Friendship of Plymouth’ to see the cadets’ vessels over the finish line and then awarded participation medals and congratulated everyone for their hard work, determination and courage. In her speech she also praised Horizons for its excellence in celebrating differences, encouraging inclusion and facilitating the positive benefits of participation.

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CORNUBIACORNUBIAWe had an amazing day sailing on Cornubia. Not only sailing, but learning about the ecology of our local waters. Before going aboard we were shown and learnt about some of the variety of seaweeds to be found in the local waters and discovered some of the small creatures that live on it. With fascinating views taken through an underwater video camera of the life that exists on the sea bed right under our boat as it moved in the Marina. We saw fish, crabs and molluscs attracted to feeding on the bait put down to attract them.

The children enjoyed working together to hoist the sails (much bigger than the sails of a Hawk 20) and taking turns to helm this beautiful old wooden pilot cutter. They revised some of the most useful knots to be able to tie when working a boat like this. They worked together to collect sea water samples for scientific study to be observed and learn about the microscopic plankton that exists in the waters of Plymouth Sound and its importance in maintaining the local ecology.

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We returned to the Marina to a marvellous welcome of burgers from the 25th Anniversary BBQ held that day.Derek Blackmore

NEW MEMBER OF STAFFNEW MEMBER OF STAFF

INTRODUCING LOIS!INTRODUCING LOIS!

We have a new Chief Instructor that has joined Horizons. Her name is Lois Noyce and she introduces herself here:

Hello, I’m Lois a 22 year old from Leicestershire.I started off sailing when I was about 14 as a crew for my Dad. With being in the Midlands, we didn’t really have the luxury of choosing our sailing areas, so all of our sailing was done at the lovely Rutland Water.After completing my A Levels at school I wanted to gain some formal qualifications. I chose Rockley Watersports in Poole and gained my Dinghy,

Windsurfing and Powerboating instructor certificates.After gaining my qualifications, I then worked a summer season for Rockley in the south of France and came back to England and worked in Poole Harbour with them throughout the winter. In this winter season, I gained my Senior Instructor certificate and did another season in the South of France, this time as a Senior Instructor.After my second season, The Ahoy Centre, a sailing charity based on the Thames in London, were advertising for a permanent Senior Instructor role which I jumped at. In this role I was in charge of all youth and sailing programmes which included Sailability and our Shipmates programme which was tailored to giving under privileged youths the opportunity to get out on the water and work as a team. Unfortunately, after being there for approximately a year, I decided the London lifestyle was not for me as it was too urban and I am very much a country girl at heart. I am really looking forward to joining the team at Horizons and cannot wait to get stuck in.

JON'S RETIREMENTJON'S RETIREMENTAs some of you may or may not be aware Jon is retiring at the end of the month. Jon has been working for Horizons for over 15 years we can't just let him go without celebrating his dedication and commitment to Horizons. We are planning to give him a send-off on Thursday 3rd November. Jon has expressed a wish to go out for a meal, if you would like to attend please contact the office at 01752 605800.

VOLUNTEER WINTER TRAININGVOLUNTEER WINTER TRAININGWednesday evening on water training has now come to an end. Many volunteers have made use of the time to practice their skills and gain more confidence in the various boats. Thanks to those who took part and helped with providing Safety cover. We are looking at putting together the winter training programme and would welcome any ideas or suggestions. What training would benefit you or help you to feel more confident when you are volunteering?

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We hope to have the programme sorted by the middle of November, so please submit ideas to simon@horizonsplymouth.org before then.Thanks, Simon

DEVON COMMUNITY FOUNDATIONDEVON COMMUNITY FOUNDATION ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATIONANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION

On Saturday 10th September Devon Community Foundation (DCF) celebrated 20 years of supporting local communities at the historic Exeter Cathedral.Sam Hannaford and Trustee Alison Raynsford were asked to speak to the 300 guests about the importance of the funding Horizons Plymouth has received from DCF.Sam, speaking in public for the first time, spoke about how important coming to Horizons was for him and how he gained in confidence. Alison highlighted the way in which the money had been spent including the training of our marvellous volunteers, our motor boat, Pico’s and the list goes on. Their funding is vital in helping us to continue supporting disadvantaged and disabled young people to access water based activities, helping to boost confidence and raise aspirations.Horizons were one of only a handful of charities asked to speak because we were the recipient of the first ever grant from DCF. It was a terrific opportunity not only to thank DCF for their support but also to talk about the great work which Horizons’ staff and volunteers do with young people.

WINTER PROJECTWINTER PROJECTAs some of you may know, Saturday 22nd of October will be the last sailing session due to the generally rubbish weather of the English winter time. Instead of sailing though, we will be running a winter programme which will involve trips, activities and workshops to continue the cadets learning and interaction with each other. Last year for example, they went to the Rock Fish restaurant where they learnt where our fish comes from and how it is caught. They also got to have a very lovely portion of their Fish and Chips too! Other events included bowling, laser tag, and movie nights. If you can think of anything that the cadets would enjoy, please

don’t hesitate to get in contact with myself and we can try and arrange it. The winter youth project will start up on Thursday 10th November from 4:30 – 7:00. Details will be sent out via text each week to let you know what activities will be going ahead. Please let me know if your child would like to attend. Thank you, Lois.

EVENTS/FUND-RAISINGEVENTS/FUND-RAISING

SHORT BREAKSSHORT BREAKSThe next Short Breaks taster session will be on Tuesday 25th October.

BISHOP FLEMING CHALLENGEBISHOP FLEMING CHALLENGE CHEQUE!CHEQUE!This is the moment that the cheque for £1,200 raised at the Bishop Fleming Challenge was handed over to Horizons.

Andrew Eccleston (Horizons Trustee and Volunteer) accepts the cheque from Charlie Thomson (Bishop Fleming Partner and RWYC Commodore)Thank you to all the local firms who entered teams for this event and to Bishop Fleming and the Royal Western Yacht Club for their excellent organisation and generosity

BOAT JUMBLE WANTED – HELPBOAT JUMBLE WANTED – HELP HORIZONS STAY AFLOATHORIZONS STAY AFLOATThe Boat Jumble is going well but we still need items, if you have any boating items that you no longer need and would like to donate or if you need something for your boat come to Horizons 5 Richmond Walk, please contact the office 01752 605800. We can collect items if you are stuck.

ARE YOU A CO-OP MEMBER? ARE YOU A CO-OP MEMBER? We have some great news; we have been approved for the Co-op Local Community Fund. On the 21st September, the Co-op re-launched their Co-op

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Membership which means their members will start to receive their new cards and will be able to choose a cause in their communities to support. Every time members choose Co-op branded products and services and use their Co-op Membership card (subject to their Membership T&Cs), 1% of what they spend will go to their chosen cause. Members can change their choice at any time until the end of the giving period on 18th March 2017. If members don't pick a cause then their 1% is shared out equally between all the local causes in their community. Please pick horizons to be your choice.

AVIVAAVIVA COMMUNITY FUNDCOMMUNITY FUNDWe are delighted to confirm that we’ve beenapproved by AVIVA Community Fund to take part intheir votes for funds scheme. Voting opened on 21 October 2016. We will notify you nearer the dateWe need your votes!

LASER PICO FOR SALE:LASER PICO FOR SALE:Ideal for beginners. The boat has been used for club sailing and training. It is being replaced under our rolling replacement scheme. The boat is well used and has had a small repair to the bulkhead, inside to the right of the mast step. The hull is a 2003 MK 2

with some general wear and tear, main, jib, mast, boom, centre board, rudder, a gunwale hung launch trolley and an old cover. Ready to sail. Priced for quick sale. Price reflects condition,

perfect for child’s first boat. Contact: 01752 605800 £300.00 ONO£300.00 ONO

GRANTS AND DONATIONSGRANTS AND DONATIONS

THE THE KELSEY TRUSTKELSEY TRUSTWe have received a grant from The Kelsey Trust for re-tubing of our SafetyBoat.

PETER HARRISON FOUNDATION PETER HARRISON FOUNDATION We have received year two of a three year grant for our Education Project

PLYMOUTH PETANQUE CLUBPLYMOUTH PETANQUE CLUBWe have received a cheque for waterproof clothing.

THE SCOBELL CHARITY TRUSTTHE SCOBELL CHARITY TRUSTWe have received a grant from The Scobell Trust for a RYA Course.HORIZONS ENEWS DISTRIBUTIONHORIZONS ENEWS DISTRIBUTIONIf anyone would like me to email newsletters to afriend, colleague or interested party please let mehave their email address.

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