Back by popular demand, the second kite flying competition commenced at low tide on the sandbank in front of the yacht club lawns. At the inaugural event, over twenty kites were sent up with the experienced sailors having to negotiate winds in a different fashion to keep their kite a drift.
There were a number of fun competitions, including the person who could send their kite up the highest, the person who was able to keep their kite up the longest as well as who could land their kite in target accuracy into a few hula hoops laid out in various spots.
Low tide allowed interested kite flyers to start flying kites from 09:30 followed by a hearty Christmas Eve lunch.
Rear Commodore for the yacht club, Rob Samways grinned, “The first session we had was so well received, we had kids in gum boots coming and flying kites, seasoned sailors all enjoying the gentle breeze. It turned out to be such a fantastic, colourful family event that we have brought it back because of all the requests we have been getting.”
Continuing, he said, “What better way to bring in the festive season than spending time outdoors.”
For more infoon up and coming events visit www.rnyc.org.za or contact Kearin 031 301 5425.
