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July 2015
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By Carolyn Whitney
challenges for Catherine and Carolyn, who brought up the rear of the group. Nevertheless, all four fearless finsters made it safely to the Cove and stood briefly in the sand. When it was time to make the return trip to the Shores, they all set out together and decided to meet at the half mile buoy. As Catherine and Carolyn brought up the rear, Carolyn couldn’t help but notice a sailboat that appeared to be chasing Catherine and was directly in her path! Catherine and Carolyn had to stop and change course several times. Ron and Paula were watching in the distance to see what was going on. Finally, Carolyn
Mission : to the cove and back JULY CLUB AQUATHLON Thursday July 16 Torrey Pines State Beach Start Time: 6pm Show up between 4:30pm set up and check-in begin. Format: 1500m/4mi
It was an epic day at La Jolla Shores – water temperature at 68 degrees, low waves, no wind and a mild current. The Fintastic Four were about to set out on their journey to the other side! When: June 22, 2015 5:30-7:30 p.m.
Ron:
The Strong
Paula Fornes:
Super Swimmer
Catherine Lazarz: Carolyn Whitney:
Beginner Triathlon Jul 18, Glorietta Bay
Potluck Jul 24, La Jolla Cove Check the Club’s website, Facebook page and/or Yahoo group forum for the most up to date activity details.
The Communicator
Slow and Steady
After making it through the breakers, they regrouped to form a plan of action. The first stop would be the half mile buoy, then on to the quarter mile buoy and finally to the stairs at La Jolla Cove. It seemed like a doable task – and they had two hours until sunset. Little did they know how much they would need that extra time! Ron and Paula set the pace and quickly plowed through the fields of seaweed that scattered the ocean. The seaweed created occasional warm patches in the ocean as well as goggle
asked the seaman if he needed help. The answer was, “YES!” The sailboat was on a collision course for the shoreline, and was about to enter the swimming and kayaking zone. All four swimmers quickly rushed to the boat to determine what was wrong. The seaman mentioned that the seaweed had been difficult to maneuver through, and he could no longer steer the boat. Ron The Strong quickly diagnosed the problem as a dislocated rudder, and immediately started his repairs. He reattached the rudder with his mighty strength and located a key ring continued on page 21