AT SEA.

WE ASK THAT LIFEJACKETS ARE WORN AT ALL TIMES
WE ASK THAT ALL SKIPPERS WEAR A DEADMAN CORD

WE ASK THAT SKIPPERS ENSURE THEIR RIBS ARE IN A SAFE AND SEAWORTHY CONDITION FOR THE EVENT.

 Please ensure you have sufficient fuel for the trip.

CLOTHING

The sea temperature in Scotland is still very cold. You need good waterproofs and spare clothing as a minimum. Should you find yourself in the water then you increase your chances of survival if you are wearing a floatation suit or a drysuit. A trip in the company of others increases safety however you should be familiar with your RIB and be competent in rough seas.

BOAT EQUIPMENT

We suggest you thoroughly check your boat and equipment prior to travelling to Easdale. You should have sufficient navigation equipment to undertake the passage yourself, the boat will require both a VHF radio and a chart plotter. Good communications are essential to a safe weekend.

Throughout the weekend we strongly recommend that boats make passage in minimum groups of three or group up with similar sized boats. We are happy to make the necessary introductions. We do however ask for everyone’s peace of mind that boats check in and check out at certain points. Boat size to undertake this journey is always a difficult call. Many of us participating have undertaken these journeys in  Seariders or smaller RIBs on calm days but there are days when Seafari’s 11m cabin RIB decides to stay in port.
 

In the event of poor weather alternative sheltered tours will be suggested. The area is blessed with hundreds of islands and miles of mixed coastline. It is a rare day when an alternative route would not be available.

RIB INFORMATION
 

You are responsible for your own actions and safety. This is exactly the same as if you are using your boat on your own. In a group there is likely to be support readily available, but ultimately it is up to you to make sure that you are competent and prepared. If you are new to boating then investing in an RYA powerboat course is highly recommended. In this gathering should you wish, Seafari will help you buddy up in a minimum group of 3 or more similar sized RIBs.

Know how to handle your boat, and have pride in doing it well. “Seamanship” may seem like an old fashioned concept, but there’s a lot to be said for it. Know where you are going and what you may face, act as though you are making the passage solo but in the knowledge that in company safety increases. As well as carrying the normal basic equipment, think about what else you’re likely to need. There are no chandlers, marina shops nearby. You should ensure your boat is well found and has sufficient fuel.
 
 
Seafari Adventures (Oban) operates a fleet of 5 modern passenger RIBs from Easdale. They have extensive local knowledge and will be available to offer skippers advice throughout the weekend. Their ticket office will act as the communications centre for the gathering.

NUMBER: 01852 300003.
 


​IMPORTANT RADIO INFO

The Seafari cabin RIB will be listening in to both Channel 16 and 77. Participants wishing to check in/out should do so with Stornoway Coastguard who are aware of the event. If you need assistance just shout on Channel 77 and hopefully someone on ERR will hear you. You can always telephone Seafari Ticket Office 01852 300003 and they will contact our boats.

​PLEASE NOTE CHANGES TO COASTGUARD AREAS. Clyde has now closed. All VHF traffic from the North of the Corryvreckan should use STORNOWAY Coastguard. All VHF traffic south of the Corryvreckan is BELFAST Coastguard.

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https://www.havenkj.com