42 NAVY NEWS, OCTOBER 2010


Sea time at air show


CADETS from the South trained during


and took part in the


Bournemouth Air Festival. Around 70 Sea and RM Cadets


from TS Phoebe (Bournemouth) and TS Dolphin (Parkstone) were embarked in RFA Largs Bay off Bournemouth beach, training in seamanship, cooking, chart work and navigation as well as learning about life on board a naval ship. They also visited HMS Bangor and helped with ship tours and daily routines. Ashore the youngsters formed


part of the Guard of Honour, raising money for the Sea Cadets and helping with recruiting. PO (SCC) Lisa Byrom-Papas, of the Bournemouth unit, said: “This is a marvellous opportunity for our cadets to enjoy time at sea and put their training to good use. “We are delighted that the Royal


Navy has come to Bournemouth and is playing such a large part in the air festival.”


Drake cadets inspect tall ship on the Tamar


Plymouth Drake cadets got the chance to enjoy a close-up view of TS Royalist in full sail during the Torpoint Rowing Club’s Pirate Weekend. The youngsters had overcome


adverse weather conditions to assist over the weekend, training and perfecting their power boating and pulling skills, although the weather and high winds stopped them from launching their sailing boats.


Cadets were able to take part in


rowing races which were started by the firing of a cannon from the rowing club. Many of the members dressed up for the event and some even walked the plank – although some were pretty much soaked through before they even went in the water.


One highlight of the weekend


● Southwark cadets Benjamin Wood, Joshua McBride and Lewis Szmidt were proud to help out with the launch of the SSAFA Target 125 initiative, which marks the 125th year of their work. The three youngsters took their place alongside Army Cadet Force and Air Training Corps cadets in Potters Fields, close to Tower Bridge, for photographs which will form part of a fund-raising and PR campaign in the coming months.


was a visit to the city by Royalist, one of the Sea Cadet Corps’ offshore vessels. The


twin-masted square-


rigged sailing ship is run by adult instructors and manned by cadets aged between 13 and 18, travelling through home waters and abroad, including many Tall Ships events. Cadets experience life at sea under sail, contributing to essential teamwork, and come away with qualifications at the end of their week.


Due to the worsening weather on the Saturday the Plymouth cadets took advantage of Royalist’s visit by using the time to have a


● Plymouth Drake cadets get a close look at TS Royalist under sail on the River Tamar


tour round the vessel, something they don’t often get to do. The following day, while the Drake cadets were continuing to develop their waterborne skills, Royalist was spotted sailing towards them, making her way up and down the Tamar allowing the on-board cadets some training


time before she went to sea. The local unit jumped at the chance to escort the vessel down the river for a sightseeing trip along the dockyard and to say hello to the crew on board once again. It was a fantastic opportunity for the cadets to see Royalist in full splendour at sea under full


sail – an opportunity which would not have been possible if they did not have the RIB which was bought with money secured by the People’s Millions scheme. The cadets will continue with


their waterborne training, so that qualifications can be gained by all those who attend.


Regatta triumph for South West


CADETS from across the UK gathered at the ExCeL Centre in London’s Docklands to com- pete for the honours in the 2010 National Combined Regatta. Some youngsters travelled 14


hours by coach to compete, but it was the team from the South West which took the top title, helped by


a strong showing in both


● Cardiff cadets attempt to stem the fl ow of water during a damage control exercise in HMS Scott


City in the spotlight


CADETS from TS Cardiff made the most of their home city’s turn in the spotlight with a number of duties both ashore and afloat over the summer. First there was the celebration


buffet at the Norwegian church in Cardiff Bay by the Scott Society to celebrate the 100th anniversary of the sailing from Cardiff of Capt Scott on his quest to reach the South Pole. The Lord Mayor of the city was so impressed that he asked if the cadets would pose for an official picture with him.


Then came the visit of HMS


Scott to celebrate the same anniversary. That gave the cadets a chance to don damage control gear and then practise their skills on the deck of the ocean survey vessel. Last, but certainly not least, saw


Cardiff host the national Armed Forces Day event, including a veterans’ parade.


TS Cardiff cadets took part in proceedings, along with other military personnel and youth organisations, and the Sea Cadet contingent was led by Lt Cdr John Morgan, the South Wales District Officer.


paddlesport and pulling sections. Competitors at ExCeL had already triumphed at district and area levels in order to represent their area at the national competition – all areas, including Northern Ireland, entered teams. Capt Mark Windsor, Captain Sea Cadets, who with the centre’s Sales


Director, James


● Northern Area cadets during the powerboat handling competition For the duration of the


Cup) – Eastern; Rees,


presented trophies to the winners, said: “Once again our dedicated volunteers have excelled themselves in putting on another wonderful national combined regatta. “The support of the ExCeL Centre under the leadership of James Rees was, as ever, excellent and much appreciated.”


event cadets and staff were accommodated and fed at ExCeL – the sixth year they have provided this generous support. Paddlesports


results: Junior


Boys (Nottingham Cup) – South West; Boys Open (Mike Poole Cup) – SW; Junior Girls (Barbara Simpson Shield)


Junior Boys (Ridgewell Cup) – N; Boys Open (Hornblower – Southern;


Girls Open (Ulster Cup) – SW; Overall (Armitage Trophy) – SW. Pulling:


Open (Burton Cup) – SW; Overall (Dawson Cup) – SW. Boathandling: Pulling (Mitchell Trophy) – N;


(Wain 1999 Cup) – SW; Junior


Girls Girls


Trophy) – S; powerboat (Stirling Wheel) – N; overall (Stena Sealink Cup) – S. Yole boat


sailing (P&O


trophy – N; Open mixed trophy – S; overall (Badger Cup) – S. Overall winners (Navy League Cup) – SW.


race: Junior mixed


Highlights of an East Coast cruise


NINE cadets from Huddersfield joined colleagues from Keighley and Westerham for a week on board the new training ship TS Jack Petchey.


The highlights of their trip, culled from the


Report of


Proceedings by the vessel’s CO, Lt Chris L’Aime RN, give an insight into what cadets can expect on board the new ship. Saturday: 15 cadets from the three units embarked alongside in Ipswich. Sunday: Tuition was carried out during the forenoon on topics such as seamanship and navigation, with leave granted in the afternoon and evening. Bright sunshine and warm temperatures meant that the cadets enjoyed sports


in Mansion House Park


and exploring the waterfront around Ipswich Marina. Monday: Departed Ipswich after carrying out basin trial, followed by main engine trials in the River Orwell. Proceeded overnight to Whitby,


reducing


speed to 7kts between 2359 and 0800 – reduction in speed allowed some sleep for the team overnight. Tuesday: Arrived Whitby


at 1500 and went alongside Endeavour Wharf. Cadets were involved in harbour routine, preparing lines and fenders and keeping lookout. TS Jack Petchey enters a new age of communication with its own Twitter feed. Cadets granted leave during the evening until 2115. Wednesday: Sailed at 0900


from Whitby one hour after high water. A smooth unberthing was carried out with the cadets working towards Offshore Seaman supervising part of ship. The skill of the two Leading Hands, Dawn Stewart (15, Huddersfield) and Robert Laughlin (17, Keighley) was commendable and both received much praise. The cadets were


treated to an unexpected


winching exercise with an RAF Sea King from Boulmer, a good training serial for both units, with the cadets enjoying the work of the RAF and the RAF practising radar approaches/winching. Navigation training continued to St Andrews before anchoring at 2330. Thursday: Forenoon spent at


anchor with a late (0800) call the hands in order to rest the cadets. Rounds were conducted at anchor with a few pick ups. Sailed on completion of lunch to carry out man overboard exercise. Arrived alongside


Cadets’ award ceremony carried out prior to shore leave. Friday: The cadets departed at 0830 along with the captain and relief engineer. This voyage allowed cadets to collect 14 offshore qualifications between them, including two at the higher level of Offshore Seaman. Thanks go to the RFCA Yorks & Humber, the Keys restaurant and shoppers of Huddersfield for donations, helping the cadets raise the £4,000 voyage fee.


Southern staff head for far north


THE Southern Area Land’s End to John O’Groats cycling team reached the north- easterly tip of Scotland after pedalling more than 970 miles in 14 days from Cornwall. At least one member of the Southern Area Office staff – average age 53 – was on the road for every single mile, while other ‘guest riders’ (including Captain Sea Cadets Capt Mark Windsor) joined in for part of a day. The team is also grateful to their Northern Area counterparts, who helped them when cycling through Edinburgh and on to Perth, and to the units who provided accommodation, hospitality and camaraderie along the way – as well as contributions, like the £35 from TS Lightning at Doncaster, handed over at evening colours. “From Penzance


to Wick we were


welcomed, hosted and looked after in a marvellous fashion by everyone,” said one


● This year you can help the Corps by buying their exclusive Christmas cards. There are fi ve designs, including TS Royalist and a cartoon of a ship in harbour (see above). All cards can be seen and ordered at www.ms-sc.org Prices start from £3.50, rising to £5, and all are available in packs of ten. The funds raised will help support the charity’s work of inspiring the next generation of sailors.


● Some of the riders at the fi nishing line – standing, from left, James Stewart, ‘Henry’ Cooper, Cdr Wayne Shirley, Maj Andy Henderson, Cdr Andy Giles; seated, from left, Ron Cheek, Janette Bartlett, Ann Shirley


of the riders, Maj Andy Henderson RM, the Deputy Area Officer. “With just two punctures, one chain that came off and two minor falls (both more of relieved flops on to grass verges), the entire trip went extremely smoothly, and we were even blessed with a fortnight without any significant rain and very little wind. “After a short celebratory drink at Wick


unit, and a meal of haggis, tatties and neeps which was prepared by unit staff, we then endured a 16 hour minibus drive back to the South Coast (thank you TS Alamein for the invaluable loan of your unit mini-bus!) “I wish to thank everyone who has


donated to date and would remind all that our Just Giving web page will remain live for some time to come [www.justgiving.com/ SASeaCadetsLEJOG]. “However, if people would prefer, we are accepting cheques made payable to ‘Southern Area Sea Cadets’, IOUs or post-it notes. “All money raised will go to help more of


our youngsters to experience life offshore or to take part in the excellent outward bound courses that we run in Snowdonia.”


Arbroath at 1500.


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