A day at sea aboard YukonAttached is a story from David Nash to entertain all of us stuck at home: https://ishr.site/XNL9. Those Nash boys have grown - see pics below.
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Skiffs self isolateOn a stunning autumn day, with teams of lifters keeping 1.5m apart, the 3 skiffs were taken out of the water. One was transported into the LBT extension on ...
Posted Mar 26, 2020, 3:53 PM by Posts Editor
Franklin Marine is open (as of March 27th)Ian from the chandlery tells us that whilst observing all necessary precautions he is still open for business in order to support those whose isolation activities are boaty.
Posted Mar 26, 2020, 3:53 PM by Posts Editor
Stories from the seaIn a previous post we asked what we should be doing whilst we are all holed up. One answer is to tell stories, and John Snowdon has set the ball ...
Posted Mar 24, 2020, 3:22 PM by Posts Editor
Mark's WallThe grounds of the LBT have been transformed since Mark McBride's arrival - commented on by everybody up to and including the mayor. His latest creation (with a little help ...
Posted Mar 24, 2020, 4:37 PM by Posts Editor
What to do whilst the Shed is shut downWe have received the following (edited) email from the Tasmanian Men's Shed Association. 'Good morning Shed Members, As many members would be aware, due to the Covid-19 virus ...
Posted Mar 22, 2020, 2:55 PM by Posts Editor
Boat trolley: thanks Dave!When Dave Conway heard we needed a trolley for getting boats in and out of the water he got out the welder, rolled up his sleeves and did it. Thanks ...
Posted Mar 22, 2020, 2:31 PM by Posts Editor
Shutdown of organised events at the LBTIn the LBT
Coronavirus policy previously announced we said that ‘advice and
circumstances are rapidly changing, … all decisions may only apply
for a short period of time’ and ‘that we ...
Posted Mar 22, 2020, 4:11 AM by Posts Editor
LBT and the coronavirus
At the LBT Committee meeting on Thursday night the following
response to the threat posed by the Coronavirus was formulated.
The committee
will keep abreast of information and government policy ...
Posted Mar 20, 2020, 10:09 PM by Posts Editor
Tasmanian Land Conservancy NewsletterAs the 'custodians' of a large slice of the Egg Islands LBT member the Tasmanian Land Conservancy is a very important local organisation. We recently received their latest newsletter which ...
Posted Mar 19, 2020, 2:38 PM by Posts Editor
Palais closedFrom the Palais Management Committee: 'Due to the current Coronavirus situation, Huon Valley Council has temporarily closed all public halls until further notice. Regrettably, the Palais has had to cancel ...
Posted Mar 18, 2020, 5:05 PM by Posts Editor
Franklin History Group NewsletterLatest from the the History Group, who have found a home at the Masonic Lodge. See attached: https://ishr.site/cDSi
Posted Mar 17, 2020, 4:40 AM by Posts Editor
Spanish Fiesta with “Karavana Flamenca’ Thursday 26 MarchBarb Dawson from the Palais writes:
'Experience the spirit of Spain in a night of authentic Spanish music and food at the Palais Theatre Franklin. Flamenco band "Karavana Flamenca" from ...
Posted Mar 13, 2020, 6:12 PM by Posts Editor
PandoraThe LBT has received the following email from Adam Fraser. 'I am the current owner / custodian of Pandora , one class design built 1910 in HOBART. I have salvaged her from ...
Posted Mar 22, 2020, 4:13 AM by Posts Editor
LBT committee meeting March 19thThe agenda for this meeting is being drawn up at https://ishr.site/PEm7 . Draft minutes for the February meeting can be viewed at https://ishr.site/3Yzy
Posted Mar 13, 2020, 5:14 PM by Posts Editor
Latest plan for foreshore upgradeThe LBT has received the attached draft plan (https://ishr.site/6uD2) from council, which was drawn up after consultation with stakeholders (Wooden Boat Centre, us, etc). A response has ...
Posted Mar 13, 2020, 5:52 PM by Posts Editor
Sailing Monday 9th MarchThe conditions look good, so lets do it. Meet at the pontoon at noon ready to take Capricornia out.
Posted Mar 7, 2020, 1:46 PM by Posts Editor
LBT small boat expeditions – Dover and the LakesWe are planning at least two more small boat expeditions for
the next few months. Over the Easter weekend we will take a fleet from Franklin
to Dover to join ...
Posted Mar 7, 2020, 1:40 PM by Posts Editor
Sailing Monday cancelled March 2ndHans has been in contact to say that his eBike expedition is still happily trundling through northern Tasmania, and we await his return to skipper Capricornia. Pic from Gary Macdonald
Posted Mar 1, 2020, 2:31 AM by Posts Editor
'Nancy' Explorers on the Huon at FranklinA Monday expedition aboard the Living Boat Trust’s wooden ferry “MV Nancy” (circa 1917), gave seven Huon Regional Care residents and two staff members the chance to see Franklin ...
Posted Feb 29, 2020, 11:35 AM by Posts Editor
The Steamers RunThe Paynesville crew sent the following report of their row across the Gippsland Lakes. LBT rowers follow the Steamers Run to Paynesville and join in the Paynesville Classic Boat Rally ...
Posted Mar 1, 2020, 1:09 PM by Posts Editor
Unlabelled containers can be expensive for the LBTPlease contact the LBT Secretary if you know anything about this 5 litre container and the 2 litres of liquid in it. Someone has put it in the fuel locker ...
Posted Feb 27, 2020, 9:04 PM by Posts Editor
Sailing lay day Monday 24thSkippers are busy. May be an opportunity to get Capricornia out in the evening.
Posted Feb 27, 2020, 8:54 PM by Posts Editor
Monday BBQ coming upA quick glance at the kitchen roster posted by Kate below (https://ishr.site/ArxV) tells us that last Monday of the month is indeed coming up. Bring something for ...
Posted Feb 22, 2020, 12:15 PM by Posts Editor
