Go Back   RIBnet Forums > RIB talk > Other stuff
Click Here to Login

Reply
 
Thread Tools Search this Thread
 
Old 11 January 2017, 08:44   #1
Member
 
Bern Hanreck's Avatar
 
Country: UK - England
Town: Norfolk/Suffolk Borders
Make: no boat
Length: no boat
Join Date: Oct 2002
Posts: 881
Hillside Animal Sanctuary , SIB appeal

My other half is a long term supporter of Hillside Animal Sanctuary in Norfolk , who have been busy recently rescuing swans . Does anybody have a suitable small inflatable in half decent condition that they might like to donate or part with at " charitable price " . I wonder if any of our Trade Members might assist . I would be happy to pay for its transport and new oars etc .

please see.... Hillside animal sanctuary



" Keeping Afloat...
We were lucky enough for some time to have the use of an inflatable dinghy like the one pictured, which was perfect for rescuing wildlife in situations such as this. It had been kindly lent to us by a local supporter but, unfortunately, when they moved away, the dinghy went with them.
If anyone should have a similar boat that they are not using and would like to help, we would be very grateful for the use of it. Thank you "
__________________
Bern Hanreck is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 11 January 2017, 08:52   #2
Member
 
Bern Hanreck's Avatar
 
Country: UK - England
Town: Norfolk/Suffolk Borders
Make: no boat
Length: no boat
Join Date: Oct 2002
Posts: 881
some pics.....
Attached Thumbnails
Click image for larger version

Name:	sib.jpg
Views:	233
Size:	16.9 KB
ID:	117671   Click image for larger version

Name:	before.jpg
Views:	213
Size:	182.6 KB
ID:	117672   Click image for larger version

Name:	after.jpg
Views:	269
Size:	164.0 KB
ID:	117673  
__________________
Bern Hanreck is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 17 January 2017, 21:06   #3
Member
 
Country: UK - England
Town: Cambs
Make: Scorpion
Length: 8m +
Engine: 225 Opti
Join Date: Sep 2010
Posts: 356
I have a sib almost exactly like that has a slow leak that needs repairing but if it is of use to your charity you are welcome to come and pick it up and take it away.

We're about 1 hour 30 from you and I have a vet student son who might be able to help you make a PR story from it too. Who knows.

I'm very happy to help if you would like it.
__________________
Portholme is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 17 January 2017, 21:38   #4
Member
 
Bern Hanreck's Avatar
 
Country: UK - England
Town: Norfolk/Suffolk Borders
Make: no boat
Length: no boat
Join Date: Oct 2002
Posts: 881
pm sent ! Many thanks , will post an update after contacting Hillside . Bern
__________________
Bern Hanreck is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 26 January 2017, 10:37   #5
Member
 
Bern Hanreck's Avatar
 
Country: UK - England
Town: Norfolk/Suffolk Borders
Make: no boat
Length: no boat
Join Date: Oct 2002
Posts: 881
Sincere thanks to Portholme who has donated a sib in good condition to the cause ( small air leak , but hopefully we have a repair in hand ) . The sib was collected yesterday and delivered to Hillside , who have two sites , each with a lake . They have also managed to source a second sib so can cover both venues .
I love a happy ending............
__________________
Bern Hanreck is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 26 January 2017, 13:39   #6
Member
 
Country: UK - England
Town: Cambs
Make: Scorpion
Length: 8m +
Engine: 225 Opti
Join Date: Sep 2010
Posts: 356
Absolute pleasure Bern. I hope it proves useful to the charity and serves the purpose they require it for.
__________________
Portholme is offline   Reply With Quote
Reply

Tags
sib


Posting Rules
You may not post new threads
You may not post replies
You may not post attachments
You may not edit your posts

BB code is On
Smilies are On
[IMG] code is On
HTML code is Off
Trackbacks are Off
Pingbacks are Off
Refbacks are Off




All times are GMT. The time now is 01:37.


Powered by vBulletin® Version 3.8.8 Beta 1
Copyright ©2000 - 2024, vBulletin Solutions, Inc.