Tawe Trekkers Newsletter - 23rd March 2009

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Rhossili - Sun 29th March

On Sunday Ruth will be leading us on a classic route along Rhossili Downs and across the bay with sweeping views over Worms Head and the Atlantic Ocean. This walk will offer the opportunity for some spectalular panoramic views along one of Britain's best beaches, for relatively little effort. There should be a chance to stop for an ice-cream/pint at the end.

Distance: 6 Miles

Difficulty: Easy

Meeting: 0930 at County Hall, or 1000 at Rhossili carpark

Call: Ruth on 01792 891546 for more details.

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Pembrokeshire Weekend Reminder - 17th to 19th April - Get your Money to Emyr!

If you didn't catch it the first time; here's the message about the Pembs weekend again. It's not that far off now so please get your money to Emyr at the nearest opportunity:

On 17th to 19th April we will be returning to the wonderful Pentre Ifan bunkhouse in Pembrokeshire for a weekend of walking organised by Emyr. Cost will be £19 per person, per day, and this includes dinner, breakfast and packed lunch.

Please send cheques to Emyr as soon as you can. You can send the full amount of £38 for two nights, or if you prefer a £19 deposit and then pay the rest at a later date or on the trip.

Cheques payable to: Urdd Gobaith Cymru (the organisation that own the bunkhouse)P

Post cheques to: Emyr Morris, 3 Druidstone Way, Penllergaer, Swansea, SA4 9AJ.

For more details about the trip call Emyr on 07846879210.

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Message from Sarah - Challenge for Cancer Research UK

On 28th March I fly to Kathmandu, Nepal to start my epic journey, via Gokyo Lakes, Cho La Pass and Kala Pattar to trek to Base Camp Everest at 5554m above sea level.
This is a challenge I have always wanted to pursue, but at the same time will be raising money for Cancer Research UK.
It is something close to my heart and has affected many people I know in recent times, as I am sure many other people have been affected in one way or another. This gives me the opportunity to ask for any donations for the charity, either by the following wegpage: www.justgiving.com/sarahthomson2 or texting me the amount (on 07986 570008) and I will put you on my sponsor form and collect at a later date.

Sarah (Your new Treasurer)

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Results of AGM - Election of Officers

We can now confirm what's changed and who's who in the 2009 Committee following the AGM on the 13h March.
Around 15 people turned up to the AGM at the Vivs and we followed the standard system whereby an individual has to be nominated and seconded to be elected. It all went very well and there were no problems arising during this great spectacle of democracy!

Here's a rundown of the results:

Chairperson: Christian Heathcote Elliot steps down, and Doug Morgan is elected

Secretary: Doug Morgan steps down, and Christian Heathcote Elliot is elected

(so basically, Doug has swapped positions with Christian, we thought we'd go for a change after two years of holding the same posts, though in practice we don't see that this will cause any major changes.)

Treasurer: Rob Lewis steps down and Sarah Thomson is elected

Programme Secretary: Trudi Cook is re-elected

Footpath Secretary: Graham Rutt is re-elected

Social Secretary: Tom Jack is re-elected

Publicity Officer: Adele Whittle is re-elected

**New Positions**

In addition to last years posts, two new positions have been filled. This being in order to offer people the opportunity to contribute in their specialist areas, and to lend some deserved recognition for their efforts. The positions are:

Webmaster: Rob Lewis is elected.

Rob created the website around three years ago and ever since it has been the absolute bedrock of the Tawe Trekkers in keeping people fully informed about what's going on in the group. Many of you may not know Rob that well: In recent months other responsibilities have arisen in his life, and he and Marie have not been able to make it on many walks. Despite this, all along he's been working behind the scenes, keeping the website going, fixing technical problems, adding updates and more. Now that Rob has stood down from the role of Treasurer (after two years of excellent service), this new post has been created to give to Rob the recognition he deserves for his vital input with the website.

Joint Programme Secretary: Emyr Morris is elected.

Emyr has definitely been one of the more enthusiastic members of the group over the last year! He's become a self confessed walking addict since joining the TTs and is always out, either on our own walks, or galavanting in some far flung corner of the country on the hardest, longest possible routes he can find! Emyr has put a lot of effort into researching walks routes, leading walks for the TTs and also advising other leaders on routes and technical aspects. It was felt that this position would supplement well Trudi's scheduling of walks (with her brilliant organisational skills). It is anticipated that Emyr will work alongside Trudi to advise on walking routes, and also cover the technical aspects of how we operate our walks (this will include health and safety and navigation). We are going to see how the position develops over the next year and possibly consider renaming it at the next AGM, but for now it's Joint Programme Secretary.

If you have any queries around the AGM or election of officers then please feel free to call Christian or Doug.

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Message from Neil - Songs for World Peace- Unplugged at Dharmavajra Buddhist Centre

All are invited to attend this ambient evening of acoustic guitars and vocals at Dharmavajra Kadampa Buddhist Centre.
Our café area will be temporarily transformed into an intimate concert hall, where you can enjoy a variety of live performances from local, amateur musicians. A self-service buffet of hot and cold vegetarian food and a selection of non-alcoholic drinks, including teas and juices, will also be available for all to enjoy.
For those who would also like to sample some of the many benefits of meditation, there will also be a taster session preceding the musical entertainment. This unique event will provide the perfect opportunity to explore a different aspect of Friday nightlife in Swansea and to experience the versatility of Dharmavajra Centre.
All proceeds will contribute to the development of our World Peace Café, which will bring great benefit to the local and wider community.

Friday 27th March- meditation at 7pm, meal and music from 8pm, £12 per person

To book- call 01792 458245 or email info@meditationinwales.org

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Phew, that was quite a long one! That's it for now so see you soon.

Cheers,

Doug