2012 - The Thames Diamond Jubilee Pageant

CJL · 12 June 2011, 19:06

At high water in the afternoon of Sunday 3 June 2012, up to a thousand boats will muster on the River Thames in preparation for Her Majesty The Queen to lead the Thames Diamond Jubilee Pageant.

It will be one of the largest flotillas ever assembled on the river. Rowed boats, working boats and pleasure vessels of all shapes and sizes will be beautifully dressed with streamers and Union Jacks, their crews and passengers turned out in their finest outfits.

But all of this does need some safety and marshalling provision and Northern Exposure Rescue has been asked to organise the safety cover for this event. So we are beginning to recruit a team of experienced RIB owners to volunteer their time to take part in this historic event.

NER is a charity and receive no money for organising this event but volunteers who are willing to spare some time will get their boat fuel and tow vehicle fuel reimbursed.

Yes it is a long way off and details are being still formalised but we are looking for around 40 ribs to help provide safety cover which takes some time. If you are interested in volunteering, then please register your interest on our website and we will keep you up to date with developments.

The Queens Diamond Jubilee 2012

There also is a video explaining about the background of the event on the same web page. Please note signing up on the website is not a commitment to take part just to register interest.

Many thanks,

Chris

Derrick · 12 June 2011, 20:28

hi cjl I could be up for that please keep me posted

CJL · 13 June 2011, 22:10

Evening Derrick,

We would be very pleased to have you along.

Can I ask you to enter your details into the form at the bottom of the following web page; The Queens Diamond Jubilee 2012

Many thanks,

Chris

GeoffChopper · 15 June 2011, 20:21

I'm interested in being involved somehow in some capacity, either assisting or even if it's a spectator! I've filled in the form in and look forward to further updates

Cheers

Geoff

CJL · 15 June 2011, 21:10

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Originally Posted by GeoffChopper

I'm interested in being involved somehow in some capacity, either assisting or even if it's a spectator! I've filled in the form in and look forward to further updates

Cheers

Geoff

Many thanks Geoff.

Any more takers?

Chris

bingomike · 16 June 2011, 21:59

I am interested too. Going to fill form in when my pc back online. Mike

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CJL · 17 June 2011, 23:19

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Originally Posted by bingomike

I am interested too. Going to fill form in when my pc back online. Mike

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Many thanks people.

Any other takers?

Chris

benc · 18 June 2011, 00:45

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Originally Posted by CJL

Many thanks people.

Any other takers?

Chris

I could be interested in this.... Will it cover me travelling from Southampton?

Burtox · 19 June 2011, 09:30

That sounds like quite an event so count me in.

bingomike · 19 June 2011, 18:19

Completed form. How many more boats you need? Mike

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CJL · 19 June 2011, 22:41

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Originally Posted by benc

I could be interested in this.... Will it cover me travelling from Southampton?

The organisers will cover boat fuel and vehicle fuel.

However if you're going to incur hundreds and hundreds of quids worth of transport costs please contact me to discuss further. (Chris@NorthernExposureRescue.org.uk)

Chris

CJL · 19 June 2011, 22:45

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Originally Posted by Burtox

That sounds like quite an event so count me in.

Many thanks Burtox.

Can I ask you to fill out the form on the bottom of the following webpage; The Queens Diamond Jubilee 2012?

Many thanks,

Chris

Smithyyy · 20 June 2011, 20:29

Yes sounds good! Also completed the form (a few days ago). And in northern Kent so won't incur a huge fuel bill getting to the Thames!

Burtox · 20 June 2011, 21:15

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Originally Posted by CJL

Many thanks Burtox.

Can I ask you to fill out the form on the bottom of the following webpage; The Queens Diamond Jubilee 2012?

Many thanks,

Chris

Hi Chris,

I have filled in the form

I asked a good friend if he would be available to crew/helm and what experience he had to assist.

His response was;

RYA Gold Member
BCU Member
Power Boat Instructor 4 years To safety boat level current.
37 years Inflatable then RIB experience. Scuba Instructor BSAC
13 years experience lead safety boat Poole Yacht Club harbour and bay racing (tidal)
Yachtmaster (offshore) theory holder.

That should be enough tho I have got my cycling proficiency badge too.
Cheers Steve.....

2nd email

Oh I left off:
Advanced diver / club instructor BSAC
ASA swimming teacher
RLSS distinction holder
National Snorkellors club instructor
Ermmm
And all round good bloke …. So long as I’m wet!

"I think he was quite keen"

Do we get a medal each?????

Cheers,

Paul

CJL · 20 June 2011, 21:28

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Originally Posted by Burtox

Hi Do we get a medal each?????

I am looking at trying to organise some mementos for the safety crews.

No promises but I'll see what I can do.

Chris

CJL · 20 June 2011, 21:31

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Originally Posted by Burtox

That should be enough tho I have got my cycling proficiency badge too.

Please note cycling proficiency badges are essential to this event!

Burtox · 20 June 2011, 21:38

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Originally Posted by CJL

Please note cycling proficiency badges are essential to this event!

Cool it was 36 year ago!!!!

Bern Hanreck · 21 June 2011, 20:15

Chris , I've registered .

Regards Bern

CJL · 21 June 2011, 21:37

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Originally Posted by Bern Hanreck

Chris , I've registered .

Regards Bern

Many thanks Bern.

Any more takers?

Chris

mitchc · 22 June 2011, 10:46

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Originally Posted by CJL

Many thanks Bern.

Any more takers?

Chris

I filled in the form on your website when you first posted.
Was planning to come on my big boat, but this will probably more enjoyable!

Looking forward to it!

I can also do the Great river Race too if still need help....

Thanks
Mitch