Cave and Crag club - Announcements Please use this forum for major announcements and future events. http://www.jotech.co.uk/forum/list.php?1 Mon, 06 Sep 2010 17:23:34 +0100 Phorum 5.2.14 http://www.jotech.co.uk/forum/read.php?1,326,326#msg-326 August Newsletter (no replies) http://www.jotech.co.uk/forum/read.php?1,326,326#msg-326
The following newsletter will be in October, so that I can get back into the 3-monthly pattern again.]]> Andy Hemsted Announcements Sat, 21 Aug 2010 10:21:14 +0100 http://www.jotech.co.uk/forum/read.php?1,317,317#msg-317 PRESIDENTS MEET 2010 (no replies) http://www.jotech.co.uk/forum/read.php?1,317,317#msg-317
Will be held at the Royal Goat Hotel, Beddgelert. Plenty of accommodation options nearby! Also those wanting to stay at the Hut perhaps a group transport could be arranged (mini bus) or similar.

The Royal Goat Hotel



Cheers John Evetts :)-D
]]> John Evetts Announcements Sun, 27 Jun 2010 18:01:08 +0100 http://www.jotech.co.uk/forum/read.php?1,313,313#msg-313 Club Night Wed 16th @ The Bull - Price St - Brum (no replies) http://www.jotech.co.uk/forum/read.php?1,313,313#msg-313
For those thinking of coming into Club night after the committee meeting, the meeting will be held at the Bull, instead of the Lamp Tavern. This is because it is more popular with those who regularly climb on a Wednesday night.

Directions to get to The Bull:

The address is: 1, Price Street, Birmingham, B4 6JU

CAR: If arriving by car on the A38 (the Aston Expressway), leave the fly-over section and descend to approach the Lancaster Circus traffic island (with its Fire Station doors visible on the eastern perimeter). leave the Island on the A34, dual-carriage-way; New Town Row, sign-posted to Walsall and West Bromwich. In about 200 yards (1/8th mile), after Vesey Street, take second left into Price Street and proceed (in this one-way street) up towards its junction with Loveday Street. Pay-and-Display parking tickets are only required between 0800 and 1800; except on Sundays.

See you there.

Best wishes

The Committee.]]> jblincoe Announcements Tue, 15 Jun 2010 08:32:21 +0100 http://www.jotech.co.uk/forum/read.php?1,307,307#msg-307 Gritstone Challenge 2010 (2 replies) http://www.jotech.co.uk/forum/read.php?1,307,307#msg-307
I have booked in at the campsite for ten tents: please let me know asap if you are hoping to come, as the campsites get very busy in the summer.

We will meet on Friday 19th June either at the campsite or in the nearby pub. On Saturday 20th we will try to leave the camp at 6.45am so that slower climbers are not caught out without food at the pub! Climbs can be at Stanage (3 routes), Burbage North, Burbage South, Higgar Tor, Millstone Edge, Lawrencefield, Yarncliffe, Froggatt and Curbar.

Try to make your own pairs; ask me if you wish to take the challenge, but can't find anyone to climb with!

Andy]]> Andy Hemsted Announcements Tue, 01 Jun 2010 08:32:28 +0100 http://www.jotech.co.uk/forum/read.php?1,300,300#msg-300 Pantifest Party - What to Bring (no replies) http://www.jotech.co.uk/forum/read.php?1,300,300#msg-300
Pantifest Party Essentials

Try to be as self sefficient as possible as the Hut's resources will be stretched to the max.

Update- FRIDAY 30th April - Please bring water with you as the tanks are low.

What to bring:
Camping equipment - tent and stove (as you probably won't get a bed in the house).
Remember the kitchen will be very busy so a brew stove may save you some time.
Food for the table on Saturday night to go with the curry we are making would be very welcome. Whatever you want to bring. Salad / french bread / pasta / puddings / sweets etc
Food for the rest of your stay as the rest of the weekend is self catering.
Drinking water.
Chairs to sit down to eat.
Hippy costume for that real festival atmosphere (if you want to dress up - but watch out for the 'pigs' man)
Please bring any flags or decorations - anything gratefully received.
Jam jars for putting candles in if you have some spare.

Thanks and see you soon.

James]]> jblincoe Announcements Mon, 26 Apr 2010 15:57:23 +0100 http://www.jotech.co.uk/forum/read.php?1,299,299#msg-299 PANT IFAN WATER (no replies) http://www.jotech.co.uk/forum/read.php?1,299,299#msg-299
Due to the loss of the winter water supply there is currently a shortage of fresh water at the cottage. Please use the existing water sparingly and if possible take additional water with you.]]> John Evetts Announcements Thu, 22 Apr 2010 09:41:18 +0100 http://www.jotech.co.uk/forum/read.php?1,296,296#msg-296 PantiFest Party - 1-3 May (Bank Holiday) (no replies) http://www.jotech.co.uk/forum/read.php?1,296,296#msg-296 ALERT : ALERT : ALERT : ALERT : ALERT : ALERT : ALERT : ALERT : ALERT : ALERT : ALERT : ALERT : ALERT : ALERT : ALERT : ALERT : ALERT : ALERT : ALERT : ALERT : ALERT : ALERT : ALERT : ALERT : ALERT : ALERT : ALERT : ALERT : ALERT : ALERT :

Have you brought your ticket to the biggest party of 2010 yet?

If not send your £5 entrance fee to Yvonne NOW!!!!!!!

Will there be dancing? YES
Will there be beer? YES
Will there be Goat Curry? YES

PantiFest 3 is nearly here.

Book soon as we need to know how many goats to round up for the pot!!!!!

See the newletter for more details.]]> jblincoe Announcements Tue, 30 Mar 2010 16:52:36 +0100 http://www.jotech.co.uk/forum/read.php?1,293,293#msg-293 April Newsletter (no replies) http://www.jotech.co.uk/forum/read.php?1,293,293#msg-293
Copy Date April 12th, and hopefully the newsletters will be ready for 21st April. Meet Reports, information about forthcoming activities, photos of babies, anything considered!]]> Andy Hemsted Announcements Tue, 16 Mar 2010 17:41:48 +0000 http://www.jotech.co.uk/forum/read.php?1,290,290#msg-290 Buying kit online (1 reply) http://www.jotech.co.uk/forum/read.php?1,290,290#msg-290 stuart wright Announcements Tue, 16 Mar 2010 17:37:30 +0000 http://www.jotech.co.uk/forum/read.php?1,286,286#msg-286 Dear Members, (1 reply) http://www.jotech.co.uk/forum/read.php?1,286,286#msg-286
As states in club rules:

The Committee must nominate a sufficient number of members to form the next Committee, and a list of the names of those who are proposed must be posted on the Club's website (Members Only Section) fourteen days before the Annual General Meeting.

Any member may propose any other candidate or candidates, by notice in writing to the Honorary Secretary, seven days at least before the Annual General Meeting, and the Honorary Secretary must immediately post the proposals on the Club's website.(Members Only Section)

Here are the nominations for this years committee. All of the present committee members are willing to stand again.
Chair - Dave Haines
Honorary Secretary - Clare Leadbetter
HonoraryTreasurer - Bob Jayes
Climbing Meets Secretary - James Blincoe
Caving meets Secretary - Chris Haines
Indoor Meetings Secretary's Report -Stuart Wright
Website Co-ordninator - John Evetts
Newsletter Editor - Andy Hemsted(non-committee member)
Hut Warden - John Minchin
Meets Co-ordinators - Jenny Meredith/Edgar Harwood
Membership Secretary- Cherry Wilikins

Nomination for committee - Yvonne Haines - Proposed By Claire Dignon



Clare Leadbetter

Honorary Secretary]]> John Evetts Announcements Wed, 03 Mar 2010 16:44:23 +0000 http://www.jotech.co.uk/forum/read.php?1,281,281#msg-281 bonnie snowy scotland (no replies) http://www.jotech.co.uk/forum/read.php?1,281,281#msg-281
Claire]]> diggers Announcements Fri, 12 Feb 2010 23:01:07 +0000 http://www.jotech.co.uk/forum/read.php?1,270,270#msg-270 Orienteering at Blidworth (no replies) http://www.jotech.co.uk/forum/read.php?1,270,270#msg-270 Andy Hemsted Announcements Thu, 28 Jan 2010 11:40:25 +0000 http://www.jotech.co.uk/forum/read.php?1,267,267#msg-267 Testing Flikr (2 replies) http://www.jotech.co.uk/forum/read.php?1,267,267#msg-267
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]]> John Evetts Announcements Sun, 07 Feb 2010 09:41:34 +0000 http://www.jotech.co.uk/forum/read.php?1,254,254#msg-254 Cave and Crag Shop (no replies) http://www.jotech.co.uk/forum/read.php?1,254,254#msg-254

Cave and Crag Shop
Did you know that if you use the link on our website

Cave and Crag Website

then the club can earn some £££

Cheers
John
:)-D]]> John Announcements Tue, 12 Jan 2010 21:26:15 +0000 http://www.jotech.co.uk/forum/read.php?1,249,249#msg-249 New Year Walk - 10th January, 2010. (no replies) http://www.jotech.co.uk/forum/read.php?1,249,249#msg-249 Visitor Centre. (Map Ref. 004154) (Free parking on Marquis Drive) ar 10.00am.

The route will take in the Sherbrook Valley, Old Acre Valley, Brocton, Milford Covert to a lunch stop at the Barley Mow, Milford, used on last years walk. (5 miles).

The return trip will cross Spring Hill to the Stepping Stones and then climb up Cherrywood Slade to the Rifle Range and back to the Visitor Centre. (Total distance 10 miles).

Hoping to see the usual good turnout for this first official meet of 2010.

Mike.

Note. Do not confuse the Visitor Centre with the Forestry Centre in the Birches Valley.]]> Mike Varley Announcements Wed, 23 Dec 2009 18:03:30 +0000 http://www.jotech.co.uk/forum/read.php?1,248,248#msg-248 Winter Orienteering (no replies) http://www.jotech.co.uk/forum/read.php?1,248,248#msg-248
Sunday 3rd January .... some orienteering coaching from Andy and Penny, and then a lunch from James and Inga. Meet at Sutton Park Visitors' Centre (about 300 metres inside the park from Town Gate) at 10.30am. After some initial instruction, there will be a walk to try out those new skills!
If you wish to join us, you need to let Andy & Penny know, so that we will have enough maps, and so that there will be enough food afterwards! Bring a compass if you have one.

Sunday 7th February ... a chance to try out those new skills at a well-organised orienteering event, at Blidworth near Mansfield. There will be courses planned with beginners in mind, and you can enter on the day. £8 adults includes hire of the required electronic ecard which you use at each control-point. £4.50 children, and there will be a free 'String Course' as well, suitable for ages 3 -9. Details at www.noc-uk.org.aspx Please let Andy and Penny know if you are thinking about coming, and we will make sure that you get detailed travel instructions, and we'll arrange to meet you in the carpark and lead you through the entry procedure!
Afterwards, if the weather is OK, climbers might like to try the pleasant limestone bouldering nearby at Pleasley Vale.]]> Andy Hemsted Announcements Sun, 20 Dec 2009 12:21:30 +0000 http://www.jotech.co.uk/forum/read.php?1,247,247#msg-247 January Newsletter (no replies) http://www.jotech.co.uk/forum/read.php?1,247,247#msg-247
Copy-Date 10th Jan]]> Andy Hemsted Announcements Mon, 14 Dec 2009 15:29:58 +0000 http://www.jotech.co.uk/forum/read.php?1,245,245#msg-245 10 of the best slide show (1 reply) http://www.jotech.co.uk/forum/read.php?1,245,245#msg-245
The 10 of the best slide show is on Wed 16th Dec after the committee meeting @ 9.00 PM.

It's open to everybody so if you have some good shots of 2009 (doesn't have to be Cave and Crag stuff, but max of around 10 shots each) then you are welcome to tak part.

If you can send your 10 to John BEFORE hand he will get them all sorted to make it faster on the night. If not then bring along a pen drive / disc / slides on the night.(But you may be at the end of the night.

The funnier and more embarrassing the better.

See you there.

Cheers

James B]]> jblincoe Announcements Tue, 08 Dec 2009 08:28:22 +0000 http://www.jotech.co.uk/forum/read.php?1,244,244#msg-244 Curry Night Wed 3rd Dec 2009 - ADDRESS CORRECTION (no replies) http://www.jotech.co.uk/forum/read.php?1,244,244#msg-244
Sorry i made a mistake on the destructions for the pub on curry night. We are going to the usual Moseley Pub just across the road from the wall.

This is the OLD Moseley Arms not the Moseley Arms. Please do not use the addess from my last email for your sat nav as its the wrong one. Duh!

This is the correct address.

Old Moseley Arms, Balsall Heath
Tindal Street, Balsall Heath, West Midlands, B12 9QU

Cheers

James B]]> jblincoe Announcements Tue, 01 Dec 2009 11:21:40 +0000 http://www.jotech.co.uk/forum/read.php?1,237,237#msg-237 Derwent Valley Walk - Saturday 24th October, 2009. (no replies) http://www.jotech.co.uk/forum/read.php?1,237,237#msg-237 The walk will be approx. 15 miles passing through Cromford, Lea, Crick Stand and Town, Ambergate and then over the Chevin back to Duffield.
This walk will help members to limber up for the Alstonefield Walk and should be extra special this year with the late Autumn Colours.

Hoping for a good turnout.

Mike.]]> Mike Varley Announcements Tue, 20 Oct 2009 10:43:02 +0100 http://www.jotech.co.uk/forum/read.php?1,236,236#msg-236 Urgent – Marine and Coastal Access Bill needs your help! (1 reply) http://www.jotech.co.uk/forum/read.php?1,236,236#msg-236
[Email begins]
In the next fortnight, the Marine and Coastal Access Bill—which will create a walking trail right round the English coast, with spreading room beside it—should complete its passage through the House of Commons. It is vital that it receives Royal Assent before the start of the new parliamentary session on 18 November, or it could run out of parliamentary time. It has still to go through report stage and third reading in the Commons before returning to the Lords for the final stages. Even at this late stage, there could be delays if MPs oppose or question elements of the Bill. That’s where you come in.

Please could you write, or send an email, to your MP, within the next ten days, to explain to him or her why it is necessary for this Bill to be passed without delay. You might like to include some of the following points:

Once implemented, the Marine and Coastal Access Act will enable people to walk right round the coast of England. (At present there is no general right to walk on beaches and the foreshore, and the access which exists is, in many places, patchy or of poor quality. Natural England’s research shows that as much as 34 per cent, or 921 miles of the 2,748-mile coastline has no satisfactory, legally secure path.)

Walkers generate income for the local economy. Coastal towns and villages, many of which suffer from deprivation, will benefit from the new coastal access.

Walking is good for people’s health and well-being, and the provision of secure coastal access will encourage more people to walk.

There will be scope for additional, much-needed, access for riders and cyclists where appropriate.

This is a popular measure. An ICM poll revealed that 94 per cent of those questioned said that they wanted a legal right of access to the coast.

You can find out who your MP is at [url]http://findyourmp.parliament.uk/[/url]

If you need any further information please contact Kate Ashbrook at [email]hq@oss.org.uk[/email] or phone 01491 573535.

Please be sure to contact your MP within the next ten days.

[Email ends]]]> Rob Luxton Announcements Wed, 04 Nov 2009 14:46:45 +0000 http://www.jotech.co.uk/forum/read.php?1,235,235#msg-235 Presidents meet 0ctober3rd 2009 (no replies) http://www.jotech.co.uk/forum/read.php?1,235,235#msg-235
The function will be held in the Panorama Room on the first floor. There is a bar in the Panorama Room which will be available for the party. The buffet will be served at 7pm to allow us time to eat before the fireworks start as people may wish to disperse outside. The Panorama Room is next to the private garden which we can use. It will be an informal buffet with seating around tables of various sizes.
As previously mentioned parking will be a problem both at the hotel and in Matlock Bath in general. The hotel’s car park will only be available to those guests who have booked accommodation with the hotel. All other guests will have to either use the public car park down the road, which fills up quite early on fireworks nights or use the park and ride car parks from Matlock or Cromford. On some years the police have actually closed the road to the hotel.

I will be there from about 5pm, hoping to have a drink with you before the celebrations start.

? Homemade quiche
? Sausage rolls
? Chicken drumsticks
? Salads, usually: Green salad, Pasta
salad, Potato salad, Rice salad and
Coleslaw
? Jacket potatoes or hot new potatoes or
hot rice dishes
? Hot salmon fillets or hot chicken fillets
? Chilli
? Selection of cold meats
? Cheese board with celery, grapes, biscuits and selection of pickles


Temple Hotel
Temple Walk
Matlock Bath
Matlock
Derbyshire DE4 3PG
01629 583911
www.templehotel.co.uk

Clive Bennett.
President.]]> clive bennett Announcements Mon, 28 Sep 2009 20:47:13 +0100 http://www.jotech.co.uk/forum/read.php?1,233,233#msg-233 Presidents Meets - Still time to book....... (no replies) http://www.jotech.co.uk/forum/read.php?1,233,233#msg-233
We have Clive's Presidents Meet on Saturday 3rd Oct 2009 @ Matlock bath.

If you want to come along it's not too late, give Clive a call quick.

You don't have to stay overnight (well you do if you get pissed).

A few more folks would be nice and you get free fireworks.

Cheers

James]]> jblincoe Announcements Fri, 18 Sep 2009 14:28:39 +0100 http://www.jotech.co.uk/forum/read.php?1,227,227#msg-227 September Newsletter (no replies) http://www.jotech.co.uk/forum/read.php?1,227,227#msg-227 Andy Hemsted Announcements Fri, 21 Aug 2009 15:54:10 +0100 http://www.jotech.co.uk/forum/read.php?1,226,226#msg-226 Presidents Meet Campsite Changed (no replies) http://www.jotech.co.uk/forum/read.php?1,226,226#msg-226
It has been decided that Packhorse farm campsite would be a better venue for the Presidents meet as they allow dogs.
Please ignore the one printed in the last newslatter.

[www.packhorsefarm.co.uk]

If you have't yet booked with Clive then please send him your £5 depoits for the meal ASAP. This event is not to be missed as you also get a FREE fireworks show included in your ticket price.

We have contacted the site and are fine for camping.

Byron & Susan Haynes,
Packhorse Farm, Tansley,
Matlock, Derbyshire. DE4 5LF.
Tel/Fax: (+44)(0)1629 580950

Site charges per night: (effective from 27/6/09)
Camping (including 2 people) £15.00
Extras:
Large tents (8 berth or over) ..£2.00
Gazebos ............................... £2.00
Extra Adults ..........................£5.00
Children up to 15 years..........£3.00
Visitors (by arrangement only)
£2.00 per person
Dogs (by arrangement only) ....£2.00
Extra car.................................£2.00
Electric hook-up .....................£4.00
Hire of connecting cable ..........£2.00
(deposit required

Cheers
James]]> jblincoe Announcements Fri, 31 Jul 2009 11:07:41 +0100 http://www.jotech.co.uk/forum/read.php?1,224,224#msg-224 Cycling Meet, Derbyshire. 24th/26th July 2009. (no replies) http://www.jotech.co.uk/forum/read.php?1,224,224#msg-224 Sorry about this change.
Mike.]]> Mike Varley Announcements Tue, 21 Jul 2009 11:24:57 +0100 http://www.jotech.co.uk/forum/read.php?1,211,211#msg-211 July Newsletter (no replies) http://www.jotech.co.uk/forum/read.php?1,211,211#msg-211
Enjoy the sunshine while it lasts!]]> Andy Hemsted Announcements Fri, 19 Jun 2009 15:28:19 +0100 http://www.jotech.co.uk/forum/read.php?1,206,206#msg-206 Novice meet directions (no replies) http://www.jotech.co.uk/forum/read.php?1,206,206#msg-206
[www.swcc.org.uk]

Hope to see you there,
Clive.]]> clive bennett Announcements Mon, 15 Jun 2009 21:28:56 +0100 http://www.jotech.co.uk/forum/read.php?1,203,203#msg-203 Gritstone Challenge: New Date June 26th - 28th (no replies) http://www.jotech.co.uk/forum/read.php?1,203,203#msg-203
I'll send revised details to all climbers and those others who might be interested. Contact me on 0121 382 6168 if you don't get info, or for any enquiries.

Camp Bookings need to be with me by June 19th: this campsite is very popular.

Andy]]> Andy Hemsted Announcements Thu, 04 Jun 2009 11:08:44 +0100 http://www.jotech.co.uk/forum/read.php?1,201,201#msg-201 Gritstone Challenge Postponed (no replies) http://www.jotech.co.uk/forum/read.php?1,201,201#msg-201
I'm trying to rearrange the Challenge for the following weekend: I'll post here and let folk know, if the new date is possible.]]> Andy Hemsted Announcements Tue, 02 Jun 2009 10:29:27 +0100