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Easter Sunday will have an Easter Egg hunt for children of all ages and an Easter Crafts session with Emma.

After that, we invite members to join us for a Sunday Lunch in the restaurant.

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Now the season is underway, we would like to remind members that if you are bringing guests to the club we kindly ask that you please let the office know by either emailing or calling us on 02392 463768.

When guests arrive, they will need to sign in at reception in order to receive their guests wristband.

Please be aware that cards and wristbands no longer work on the security barrier.

Please call reception to add your car registration to the ANPR system.

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Our fantastic Marine Team have braved the 5am starts this week to kick-off Yacht Launch.

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On Saturday 25 March at 2:00pm HISC Youth will be hosting their first ever Spring Shakedown Party!

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A White Ensign was raised on Saturday 4th February to commemorate the 80th anniversary of HISC becoming COPP HQ in 1943. 

With thanks to HISC archivers Leonie and Belinda for organising the event, and Peter Hickson for photography.

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As many of you know, HISC has a plentiful history - including our sailing club being used by the Royal Navy in WW2 as the base for COPP (Combined Operations Pilotage Parties).

These were dedicated teams trained in covert operations, reconnoitring beaches selected for landings on enemy occupied territory throughout the world.

HISC was officially commissioned as COPP HQ on 4th February 1943.

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On the 30th January The Final Straw Foundation launched borrow bags on the island.

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11.00am Saturday 28th Jan

Please help your club in our first for a while Boat Park Work Party! Our aim is to get more people sailing and racing this coming season by sorting out the boat parks.

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A number of boats have been removed from the boat park and taken to the Sin Bin.

Click the link to see images of the Sin Binned boats. 

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