Each year kids get the opportunity to go Optimis yachting on the open waters of the rivers.

You need to check your yacht or your kayak whatever you are using to make sure that it is safe to sail.

Boating conditions can sometimes be unpredictable and even the best sailors can sometimes get tipped into the water.

The yachts have no brakes whatsoever so you need to steer the bow of the boat towards the wind and let go of the mainsheet rope and you have stopped

The Pond That we are going to i mainly busy there are swimmers and other yachts and kayaks Be Careful.

The Pond entrance is also busy with outgoing tides.

The teachers need your attention so one whistle means stop and listen two wistiles are head straight back to shaw immediately If you are in trouble wave your arms over your head and yell “HELP.”

By following the rules you can have a safe and happy sail remember to take care of your buddies.