05/06/2026
Youth Sailing Picnic at Badnam Creek
Thirty‑eight excited young sailors set off from Hamble on a gloriously sunny Saturday, ready for an adventure up to Badnam Creek. With barely a whisper of wind, progress was… leisurely. Cries of “paddle!” and “there’s wind over here!” echoed across the river as boats drifted gently on the incoming tide. Spirits stayed high, though — especially when three more Youth Sailors appeared on their paddle boards to join the fun. Some of the parents travelled to the Creek in more style than others, thanks to Olly's river launch.
Once everyone reached the creek, the muddy banks became the perfect base for a picnic, chatter, and plenty of splashing about. The kids turned the creek into their own playground, and even the adults couldn’t resist getting involved when the annual paddle‑board run kicked off. This year’s attempts featured forward rolls and other gymnastic flourishes, though, as everyone agreed, absolutely none of these were performed by James.
As the tide began to slip away, a fleet of tired, muddy, and very happy sailors drifted or were towed back to the Hamble slipway. The clubhouse was waiting with well‑earned ice creams and cold drinks, and it was brilliant to see so many new faces and catch up with so many families. A perfect day of sunshine, silliness, and sailing, exactly what Youth Sailing is all about.
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