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Flotsam & Jetsam 01.05.26
This week…Wingnut, AWBF entries, Veterans Race, Peixinho, and lots more.
Events Calendar
A centralised repository of all the Traditional Maritime Events you can think of in this corner of the world!
This week on the WWW
A values driven selection of this week’s stories from around the world and on the web.
Global Events
Spectating is breathtaking, but with a little persistence and the right greased palms, a ride with a competitor is not out of the question! Stay for a few extra days. It’s special!
What gets scheduled gets done.
There’s some great Wooden Boat events coming up over the next six months. Commit early, plan thoroughly, do the work, then sit back, and bask in the satisfaction of the achievement.