FIXTURE LIST 2021

As we are aware the fixture list for 2021 was always going to be a fluid document.

Please see the latest publication (06/06/21). There are a few more changes, but we will await an announcement regarding the 21st June before republishing.

U14 & U15 Championships – Hayle – the club are asking all those who are likely to compete to show their support at this early stage by completing the short survey. Please complete by Friday 18th June, 2021.
 
REGATTA GUIDANCE

The roadmap out of COVID has the 21st June as a date of significance, we all know that things can change.

Following an update from Government on the 14th June, the CPGA will the publish guidance for regattas.
 
CLUB SAFETY OFFICER

Thanks to all those who have completed this task. If you have not, please do so asap. It is a CPGA requirement that all clubs appoint a safety officer.

The named person needs to have their details logged with the CPGA. Many over the recent year have changed, therefore please can ALL clubs complete the following.

Safety Officer details

As you will have read in the COVID Update, a COVID officer is needed by clubs. Many will probably assign this task to the safety officer. Please make sure that they are aware of the potential task before assuming that they will take on this role.

Deadline for completion, prior to any regattas this season, so 3rd July currently.   

COVID UPDATE

With the number of COVID cases on the rise, please can we remind you of the information below. Do not become complacent and remember that even if you do not post of social media, there are many people generally watching.
 
General Rowing
 
Please remember to follow the guidance. Do not become complacent and remember social media is a positive and a negative tool.
 
The guidance remains – clubs should keep the same crew rowing together wherever possible to minimise the number of different close interactions rowers will have with each other. Whilst not termed ‘rowing bubbles’ the principle is the same.
 
To clarify a ‘stern loader’ is a boat where the cox is sat in the stern ie a gig. Therefore, a cox is required to wear both a face covering and eye protection (goggles / sunglasses or a face visor).
 
Any media needs to be positive and showing that all rowing is following covid protocols. Remember that there are many webcams and plenty of people with cameras who will publish photos. Make sure that anything that your club posts is showing the club is the best possible COVID secure way.
 
Please revisit your risk assessments regularly and update as needed.
 
Some key points to remember when rowing in COVID secure measures, which is required from all.

  • Social distancing where possible
  • Masks on launch and recovery
  • No changing of crews/cox during a rowing session 
  • No stopping to socialize / turning around during the row
  • Wearing of masks / eye protection / face shields for coxes
  • Cleaning boat and equipment between rowing sessions and after use
  • Contact tracing in place (see Weekly Update 40 for QR codes / NHS tracing) this has been a requirement since the 20th September 2020 and continues to be.

 
You might be aware that the Government is now offering free rapid lateral flow tests to all household. This could compliment, but not replace your COVID secure protocols. Please visit the Government website as below.
 
Further information will be published in due course.
Government Covid 19 Response      
British Rowing Covid 19 Response
 
AMAZON SMILE
 
Thanks to all who have been donating via this route and continuing to support and generate donations for The Cornish Pilot Gig Association by shopping at AmazonSmile please remember to continue to do so during Prime Day.
 
Prime members who shop Amazon Prime Day deals from 21st – 22nd June can do more than discover great deals: Simply shop at Amazon Smile or with AmazonSmile ON in the Amazon Shopping app, and AmazonSmile will DOUBLE donations to The Cornish Pilot Gig Association at no extra cost.
 
ROAD TRAILERS

For most clubs’ trailers have not necessarily be towed for a significant period of time as a result of lockdowns and no regattas.

As we look forward (fingers crossed) to some form of racing this year it is important that not only your gigs are seaworthy but that your trailers are roadworthy.

If you have the expertise in the club, get someone to cast an eye over the trailer for any visual defects, but ultimately for everyone’s safety do get a garage to assess, therefore making sure that your trailer is fully roadworthy and there are no defects.

CLUB WEBSITES

Thanks to those who have submitted, they should be up and running now. If you have not checked your web address, please do via the link.
 
Please check the following link to the Club websites page on the CPGA site. 
 
If your club’s website is not correct, please use the link to submit an update of the web address or send an email to secretary@cpga.co.uk stating your club website address.
 
IOS WORLD CHAMPIONSHIPS 2022

The IOS World Championship committee have updated their website regarding World Champs 2022.
Please complete the necessary info as required.
 
DATES FOR THE DIARY

Title                                             Date / Deadline                      Venue / Action
U14 & U15 Championship          18th June                                  Via link
Rowing Reg 2nd Quarter             30th June                                  Via email
Safety Officer details                   3rd July                                     Via link
IOS World Champs 2022             31st July                                   Via link