Shropshire Sailing Club hosting try-out events
People have the chance to try sailing for free next month.
Boating’s national governing body, the RYA, is holding its popular annual Push The Boat Out scheme in May.
Shropshire Sailing Club at Whitmere near Ellesmere along with Chelmarsh and Telford are holding events.
Gareth Brookes, RYA regional development officer for the Midlands, said: "If you’re on the lookout for something completely different, whether you’re bored of the gym and want some outdoor health and fitness, are a bit of an adrenaline junkie, need something to switch your brain off from everyday life or simply want a sociable new activity you can enjoy with your family or friends, pop down to your nearest Push The Boat Out event and just have a go.
"People still don’t realise they can go sailing or windsurfing on their doorstep, and that you don’t even need to own a boat or board as clubs and centres have ones you can borrow or hire.
“Once you’ve learned the ropes, you can sail on your own or with your partner, friends or kids in dinghies or big boats, inland or on the coast. And after you’ve given your mind and body an on-the-water workout, nothing beats having a drink by the water on warm summer evenings.”
"All kit and safety equipment is provided at Push The Boat Out events, so just bring a pair of old trainers you don’t mind getting wet and your sense of fun and adventure. "
Details of the events are available on rya.org.uk.
