Rescue Tuesday 26/08/14

RESCUE 16.45 - Rescue water craft launched to patrol point area by volunteer lifeguard due to large surf and strong current. The surf conditions were some of the largest of the summer. A number of surfers were given safety advice as they were drifting rapidly towards the point. One surfer was struggling in the strong current and getting blown out by strong offshore winds and was having difficulty trying to catch a wave into the beach. He was in danger of being swept around the point. He was picked up by the RWC on the rescue sled and transferred to a safer area of the beach down towards the golf club.

View video from the day here:

BCBC Duty Lifeguards: Chris Bluck, Gavin Davies, Lewis Campbell

Volunteer RWC Driver: Chris Page

Conditions: 5-6 foot clean surf, strong offshore winds, sunny spells

HW: 19.57 (incoming at time of incident)

Assistance x2 Monday 18/08/14

ASSIST 14.50 - Surfer on rental board struggling in current near point.Lewis Campbell paddled out on a rescue board to provide assistance and advice. The surfer declined further help from Lewis and swam up onto rocks with board.

ASSIST 16.10 - Surfer on rental board drifting down close to point. Lewis Evans paddled out on rescue board to provide assistance and advice. Surfer caught wave into beach without the need for any further assistance from Lewis.

BCBC Duty Lifeguards: Chris Bluck, Lewis Campbell, Lewis Evans

Conditions: 2-3 foot messy surf, Overcast / showers

HW: 19.15 (incoming at time of incidents) 

Medivac, Assist x4, Rescue x1 Sunday 17/08/14

MEDIVAC 12.10 - 68 year old female tripped whilst getting out of car landing awkwardly on her hip. Complaining of pain and numbness in left left. Suspected that the lady had broken her hip. Casualty was monitored and made comfortable by Chris Bluck (voluntary lifeguard) and Gareth Davies (BCBC lifeguard). Ambulance called to take the lady to hospital.

RESCUE 15.00 - Rescue water craft launched to rescue a 14 year old boy on surf board struggling in the current near the point. 2 surfers paddled across to assist whilst the RWC was being launched. The boy was picked up by the RWC and returned to the beach where he was given safety advice.

The RWC remained on patrol at the point following the rescue and was involved in these additional incidents:

x3 ASSISTANCE 15.10 - 3 surfers all swept towards point due to current. Each was picked up by the RWC and transferred to a safer area of the bay down towards the golf club.

ASSISTANCE 15.30 - A 57 year old male capsized his kayak in the area of the point. He was swept around the point by the rip current and was in close proximity to the rocks. Due to the surf conditions and his proximity to the rocks the RWC had some difficulty getting close to him. The RWC made contact but the man didn't feel he had the strength to pull himself onto the sled. At that moment a wave broke over the RWC and washed the man back onto the rocks. He was assisted from the water by land based lifeguards who had climbed down onto the rocks to assist.  

Duty Lifeguards: Chris Page, Gareth Davies, Arran Bluck
Voluntary Lifeguard Involved in Incidents: Chris Bluck
RWC Driver: Chris Page
Conditions: 4-5 foot surf, Overcast
HW: 17.50 (incoming at the time of the incidents)

Assist x1 - Wednesday 30/07/14

ASSIST 18.45 - Capsized kayaker who had been swept around point was assisted by off duty lifeguards Chris Page and Arran Bluck who paddled out to him to provide assistance on rescue boards. Chris and Arran were present at the time due to junior training which was being held at the beach during the evening. Assisted by Chris and Arran the kayaker managed to reboard his capsized kayak and then paddled back around into the main bay.

Off Duty Lifeguards Involved: Chris Page, Arran Bluck
Conditions: 2 foot surf, overcast
HW: 21.25 

x3 Assistance Monday 14/07/14

Assist 17.00 - x3 surfers drifting rapidly towards the point were assisted and encouraged to catch waves into the beach by Lewis Campbell who paddled out to them on a rescue board. Once all had safely made it back into the beach they were given safety advice regarding the rip current.

BCBC Duty Lifeguards: Gavin Davies, Arran Bluck, Lewis Campbell

Conditions: Overcast, 2-3 foot surf

HW: 20.51 (incoming at time of incident)

Assistance x1, Rescue x1 Wednesday 09/07/14

ASSIST 13.55: 51 year old male swimmer caught in rip current at point was struggling in the current and getting swept around point. Lloyd paddled out to the man offering assistance but the man refused the offer for help. Lloyd stood by while the man decided to make his own way out onto rocks at the point. He was assisted from the water by land based lifeguards and suffered cuts and grazing in the process. After managing to clamber out over rocks he refused help from lifeguards to treat his cuts but later attended the first aid room at the lifeguard station for first aid.

RESCUE 19.00: Surfer on point was rescued by off duty lifeguard Chris Bluck and assisted by other club members. The off duty lifeguards were still at the beach due to nipper training which was taking place at the time.

BCBC Duty Lifeguards: Chris Bluck, Rhys Brothers, Lloyd Rosewell (10.30-18.00)

Conditions: Sunny, 2-3 foot, clean surf

HW: 16.30 (incoming tide for assist at 13.55 and dropping tide for rescue at 19.00)

Rescue x1 - Sunday 06/07/14

RESCUE 15.30 - 16 year old male bodyboarder struggling in rip current near point on dropping tide. He was not wearing fins and making no progress against the current. The Rescue Water Craft was already on patrol in the area and had previously spoken to the boy on a few occasions to warn him of the current. Due to his proximity to the point the boy was rescued by the RWC and returned to the beach where he was given further safety advice.

Duty Lifeguards: Chris Page, Gavin Davies, Lewis Evans

RWC Driver: Chris Page

Conditions: 3-4 foot, clean surf, sunny

HW: 13.03 (neap) - dropping tide at time of inciden

x2 Assistance Saturday 05/07/14

x2 Assistance - Lewis Campbell assisted two children on bodyboards caught in the rip current near the point during the dropping tide. He picked them both up on his rescue board and brought them back to the beach.

BCBC Duty Lifeguards: Chris Page, Lewis Campbell, Owen Leary
Conditions: 2-3 foot, fair weather
HW: 12.07 - Neap tides (Dropping tide at time of incident)

Lands End to Rest Bay Ride #LE2RB - Meet The Team - Chris Page (support crew)

Chris is currently club captain at Rest Bay. He has been a member of Rest Bay since 1990 when he joined as a junior. Since then Rest Bay club has grown from 10 members to around 200, the beach is now patrolled with vehicles, a purpose built lifeguard station has been built after a successful fundraising campaign and powercraft have become an integral part of patrols and rescues at Rest Bay. Outside of lifeguarding Chris is a member of Porthcawl Lifeboat Crew and works in the family business running an online DIY and Sliding Wardrobes store. 

1) Why did you decide to take part in the Rest Bay 2 Lands End Cycle?

The theft of the ATV was a huge blow to the club and I thought the cycle was a great way to raise further funds.

2) How have you prepared for the cycle?

I'm part of the support team and been involved in a large part of the organisation. I've mainly being preparing by studying the route and forwarding Gavin (also support crew) lots of you tube videos on how to repair punctures etc.

3) What are you looking forward to most about the cycle?

The fun and banter. We'll be taking a PA along to shout motivational messages to the riders! I'm really looking forward to seeing the Cornish and Devon coastline too. A pint in The Thatch, Croyde is what I'm looking forward to the most.

4) How long have you been a member of Rest Bay Lifeguard Club?

23 years

5) Currently living?

Porthcawl

6) Favourite Food?

Pizza - preferably mushroom and onion and ideally from Pizza Express. Quite like Dominoes pizza too along with their garlic and herb dip.

7) Favourite Beach?

Rest Bay is definitely my favourite. It's where you're most likely to find me in the summer! Byron Bay in Australia is a very close second. Went there with the intention of staying for 3 days and ended up staying 10 whilst travelling east coast Australia.

8) Nicknames?

Pagey, Padge, Padgo.

9) Favourite music right now?

Mumford and Sons, Artic Monkeys, Ellie Goulding. Enjoy most music really. Loved the TV coverage of this years music festivals.

10) One thing you can't leave home without?

Sunglasses

11) Favourite past time?

Socialising with friends or patrolling Rest Bay.

12) Future plans?

Continue having fun and enjoying life!

Further Info on the Lands End to Rest Bay Ride #LE2RB

Following the theft of the ATV from Rest Bay Lifeguard Club in October 2012 our ability to launch our rescue craft and respond quickly to casualties on the beach were both in jeopardy. Potentially lives were at risk. It also meant that our ability to hold sea based training sessions for our nippers and juniors might not be possible. These sessions needed a safety boat present whilst they took place and without an ATV it was not possible to tow the IRB onto the beach.

Thanks to the support of the community we raised considerable funds towards a replacement vehicle but need to raise more to cover the full costs. To do this a team of our lifeguards will embark on a charity cycle later this month to raise funds towards the cost of the replacement vehicle. Click here to find out more about the #LE2RB ride. 

To support the riders on #LE2RB please visit:  

http://uk.virginmoneygiving.com/team/restbay

Find us on Facebook or Twitter for updates 

Search #LE2RB for latest info

Lands End to Rest Bay event sponsors:

Parkdean, Home and Colonial, SD Wood Flooring, Dunraven Windows, Insurance 4 boats, On it Sports, The Pier Hotel, Pages DIY Ltd., Woodsies Property Services, The Atlantic Hotel, Double Overhead

Lands End to Rest Bay Ride #LE2RB - Meet The Team - Chris Bluck

Chris is our club chairman. Involved in lifeguarding from an early age he was originally in Sker and Pink Bay club before joining Rest Bay in 1990.

He recently completed Ironman Wales in Tenby and has registered for the Lanzarote Ironman in 2014.

1) Why did you decide to take part in the Rest Bay 2 Lands End Cycle?

I like a challenge and thought this would be a great challenge to crack!

2) How have you prepared for the cycle?

Training for recent Wales Ironman.

3) What are you looking forward to most about the cycle?

Good ride with good friends!

4) How long have you been a member of Rest Bay Lifeguard Club?

23 years

5) Currently living?

In a cardboard box

6) Favourite Food?

Garlic chicken with pasta.

7) Favourite Beach?

Rest Bay

8) Nicknames?

Hoff!

9) Favourite music right now?

Elements of Life - Tiesto very uplifting!

10) One thing you can't leave home without?

Myself

11) Favourite past time?

Brass rubbing!

12) Future plans?

Continue with challenges in life!

Further Info on the Lands End to Rest Bay Ride #LE2RB

Following the theft of the ATV from Rest Bay Lifeguard Club in October 2012 our ability to launch our rescue craft and respond quickly to casualties on the beach were both in jeopardy. Potentially lives were at risk. It also meant that our ability to hold sea based training sessions for our nippers and juniors might not be possible. These sessions needed a safety boat present whilst they took place and without an ATV it was not possible to tow the IRB onto the beach.

Thanks to the support of the community we raised considerable funds towards a replacement vehicle but need to raise more to cover the full costs. To do this a team of our lifeguards will embark on a charity cycle later this month to raise funds towards the cost of the replacement vehicle. Click here to find out more about the #LE2RB ride. 

To support Chris on #LE2RB please visit:  

http://uk.virginmoneygiving.com/team/restbay

Find us on Facebook or Twitter for updates 

Search #LE2RB for latest info

Lands End to Rest Bay event sponsors:

Parkdean, Home and Colonial, SD Wood Flooring, Dunraven Windows, Insurance 4 boats, On it Sports, The Pier Hotel, Pages DIY Ltd., Woodsies Property Services, The Atlantic Hotel, Double Overhead

Lands End to Rest Bay Ride #LE2RB - Meet The Team - Richard Castle

Richard works as part of the maintenance team at Atlantic College.

He loves all things to do with Inshore Rescue Boats (IRB's) and will rarely be seen anywhere but an IRB during the summer months at various events for Surf Lifesaving Wales!


1) Why did you decide to take part in the Rest Bay 2 Lands End Cycle?
Known for doing stupid things!

2) How have you prepared for the cycle?
By driving orange boats all summer!

3) What are you looking forward to most about the cycle?
The evenings.

4) How long have you been a member of Rest Bay Lifeguard Club?
8 years.

5) Currently living?
Porthcawl.

6) Favourite Food?
Sausage and mash.

7) Favourite Beach?
Newton, bought up there.

8) Nicknames?
Plenty, but kids may be reading this!

9) Favourite music right now?

All.

10) One thing you can't leave home without?
Clothes.

11) Favourite past time?
Playing with orange boats.

12) Future plans?
To be in one piece and have a good drink on the Friday we get back with Elvis.

Further Info on the Lands End to Rest Bay Ride #LE2RB

Following the theft of the ATV from Rest Bay Lifeguard Club in October 2012 our ability to launch our rescue craft and respond quickly to casualties on the beach were both in jeopardy. Potentially lives were at risk. It also meant that our ability to hold sea based training sessions for our nippers and juniors might not be possible. These sessions needed a safety boat present whilst they took place and without an ATV it was not possible to tow the IRB onto the beach.

Thanks to the support of the community we raised considerable funds towards a replacement vehicle but need to raise more to cover the full costs. To do this a team of our lifeguards will embark on a charity cycle later this month to raise funds towards the cost of the replacement vehicle. Click here to find out more about the #LE2RB ride. 

To support our riders on #LE2RB please visit:  

http://uk.virginmoneygiving.com/team/restbay

Find us on Facebook or Twitter for updates 

Search #LE2RB for latest info

Lands End to Rest Bay event sponsors:

Parkdean, Home and Colonial, SD Wood Flooring, Dunraven Windows, Insurance 4 boats, On it Sports, The Pier Hotel, Pages DIY Ltd., Woodsies Property Services, The Atlantic Hotel, Double Overhead

Lands End to Rest Bay Ride #LE2RB - Meet The Team - Arran Bluck

Arran has grown up on the beach and come through the club from Nippers. He regularly competes for the club in surf lifesaving competition as well as working on Rest Bay as a local authority lifeguard.

Outside of Rest Bay he's entering the third year of a degree in music at Falmouth University. Being based in Cornwall gives him an advantage for the first leg of the cycle as he's familiar with cycling the roads around the area.

1) Why did you decide to take part in the Rest Bay 2 Lands End Cycle?

Along with not being mentally "all there" it will be a fantastic personal challenge and it's for a great cause!

2) How have you prepared for the cycle?

Not as much as I should have! Currently in talks with DFS to see if they can supply me with a comfy saddle for the journey...

3) What are you looking forward to most about the cycle?

I personally think that cycling over the Severn Bridge and in to Wales is going to be amazing plus the banter between the seven of us taking part is sure to be good. 

4) How long have you been a member of Rest Bay Lifeguard Club?

Since I was 5 so around 15 years. 

5) Currently living?

In a house! Porthcawl though.

6) Favourite Food?

Pretty much anything between two pieces of bread is good!

7) Favourite Beach?

Rest Bay of course!! Though Porth Kernow near Lands End is a close second.

8) Nicknames?

Bluck, Blucky, Fingers, Tango Sierra to name but a few.

9) Favourite music right now?

This band called "Harbour Party" I hear they are pretty good.

10) One thing you can't leave home without?

My saddle, for training purposes. I carry it everywhere.

11) Favourite past time?

Anything outdoors, I spend most of my time (when awake) at the beach. Being outdoors or music.

12) Future plans?

Hope to pass my degree then who knows. Maybe travel for a bit round Europe before getting a real job.

Further Info on the Lands End to Rest Bay Ride #LE2RB

Following the theft of the ATV from Rest Bay Lifeguard Club in October 2012 our ability to launch our rescue craft and respond quickly to casualties on the beach were both in jeopardy. Potentially lives were at risk. It also meant that our ability to hold sea based training sessions for our nippers and juniors might not be possible. These sessions needed a safety boat present whilst they took place and without an ATV it was not possible to tow the IRB onto the beach.

Thanks to the support of the community we raised considerable funds towards a replacement vehicle but need to raise more to cover the full costs. To do this a team of our lifeguards will embark on a charity cycle later this month to raise funds towards the cost of the replacement vehicle. Click here to find out more about the #LE2RB ride. 

To support our riders on #LE2RB please visit:

http://uk.virginmoneygiving.com/team/restbay

Find us on Facebook or Twitter for updates 

Search #LE2RB for latest info

Lands End to Rest Bay event sponsors:

Parkdean, Home and Colonial, SD Wood Flooring, Dunraven Windows, Insurance 4 boats, On it Sports, The Pier Hotel, Pages DIY Ltd., Woodsies Property Services, The Atlantic Hotel, Double Overhead

Lands End to Rest Bay Ride #LE2RB - Meet The Team - Gavin Davies (support crew)

Gavin has just graduated from Plymouth university with a 2:1 in history and politics. He's worked as a local authority lifeguard at Rest Bay for a few seasons and been a club member right through from nippers. He's competed for the club at Surf Lifesaving comps until he reached the seniors and his small size meant he could easily weave between other competitors whilst competing in beach flags. Although retired from competition there is a rumour he might make a 2014 comeback.

1) Why did you decide to take part in the Rest Bay 2 Lands End Cycle?

 I decided to take part in the fundraiser because it is for such a good cause, the ATV not only gives huge benefits to club activities but also daily patrols of the beach in the summer. 

2) How have you prepared for the cycle?

I've been preparing pretty much every day for the cycle. As I am part of the on hand support I've been practising some of the inspirational messages I am going to be shouting at the riders.

3) What are you looking forward to most about the cycle?

Getting the chance to push the riders to their limits, having some great rememberable banter and also seeing some of the beautiful scenery we will be traveling through.

4) How long have you been a member of Rest Bay Lifeguard Club?

15 years.

5) Currently living?

At home with my Mum and Step Dad.

6) Favourite Food?

I love Mexican dishes, and also you can't beat a good burger ;)

7) Favourite Beach?

Rest Bay is definitely in my top 10, others include Gwithian in South Cornwall and Sennen Cove.

8) Nicknames?

Gavlaa, Midget, Hobbit haha.

9) Favourite music right now?

Kings of Leon (their old stuff) and Tomorrow's Tulips.

10) One thing you can't leave home without?

As much as it pains me to say, my Phone... It's the source of all my information.

11) Favourite past time?

Surfing, skating and most sports.

12) Future plans?

Hopefully going traveling next year which will be sick! 

Further Info on the Lands End to Rest Bay Ride #LE2RB

Following the theft of the ATV from Rest Bay Lifeguard Club in October 2012 our ability to launch our rescue craft and respond quickly to casualties on the beach were both in jeopardy. Potentially lives were at risk. It also meant that our ability to hold sea based training sessions for our nippers and juniors might not be possible. These sessions needed a safety boat present whilst they took place and without an ATV it was not possible to tow the IRB onto the beach.

Thanks to the support of the community we raised considerable funds towards a replacement vehicle but need to raise more to cover the full costs. To do this a team of our lifeguards will embark on a charity cycle later this month to raise funds towards the cost of the replacement vehicle. Click here to find out more about the #LE2RB ride. 

To support our riders on #LE2RB please visit:  

http://uk.virginmoneygiving.com/team/restbay

Find us on Facebook or Twitter for updates 

Search #LE2RB for latest info

Lands End to Rest Bay event sponsors:

Parkdean, Home and Colonial, SD Wood Flooring, Dunraven Windows, Insurance 4 boats, On it Sports, The Pier Hotel, Pages DIY Ltd., Woodsies Property Services, The Atlantic Hotel, Double Overhead

Lands End to Rest Bay Ride #LE2RB - Meet The Team - Ian Lewis

1) Why did you decide to take part in the Lands End to Rest Bay Ride? 

It’s a great cause. The work the club does in providing rescue cover on the beach, together with the time and effort put in on a purely voluntary basis to train the next generation of lifeguards is inspirational.

2) How have you prepared for the cycle?

By carbing up..! I have put in training rides over the last few months but difficult to replicate the distance and days involved so very much a wait and see.

3) What are you looking forward to most about the cycle? 

Spending the week riding with great people in glorious sunshine

4) How long have you been a member of Rest Bay Lifeguard Club? 

4 years

5) Currently living?

Newport

6) Favourite Food?

Lamb shanks

7) Favourite Beach? 

Rest Bay of course! Oh and Whitesands Bay

8) Nicknames? 

Lard Armstrong

9) Favourite music right now?

Stereophonics & Mumford & Sons

10) One thing you can't leave home without?

The thing I forgot the first time.

11) Favourite past time?

Going out for a really nice meal

12) Future plans?

To retire and spend my time travelling the world (well I can dream!)

Further Info on the Lands End to Rest Bay Ride #LE2RB

Following the theft of the ATV from Rest Bay Lifeguard Club in October 2012 our ability to launch our rescue craft and respond quickly to casualties on the beach were both in jeopardy. Potentially lives were at risk. It also meant that our ability to hold sea based training sessions for our nippers and juniors might not be possible. These sessions needed a safety boat present whilst they took place and without an ATV it was not possible to tow the IRB onto the beach.

Thanks to the support of the community we raised considerable funds towards a replacement vehicle but need to raise more to cover the full costs. To do this a team of our lifeguards will embark on a charity cycle later this month to raise funds towards the cost of the replacement vehicle. Click here to find out more about the #LE2RB ride. 

To support our riders on #LE2RB please visit:  

http://uk.virginmoneygiving.com/team/restbay

Find us on Facebook or Twitter for updates 

Search #LE2RB for latest info

Lands End to Rest Bay event sponsors:

Parkdean, Home and Colonial, SD Wood Flooring, Dunraven Windows, Insurance 4 boats, On it Sports, The Pier Hotel, Pages DIY Ltd., Woodsies Property Services, The Atlantic Hotel, Double Overhead

Lands End to Rest Bay Ride #LE2RB - Meet the Team - Andy Morgan

Andy is on the club committee and is our current club training officer. For the past few years he has been the lead Nipper coach. Having been involved with Rest Bay Lifeguards for a number of years he has represented the club in IRB competition in Germany and is currently training a group of future beach lifeguards who are due to sit their NARS BL awards imminently. 

1) Why did you decide to take part in the Lands End to Rest Bay Ride?

As it's a great cause, a great club and I'm a little bit mad!!

2) How have you prepared for the cycle?

I haven't prepared specifically for this ride, but due to competing in triathlons and cycling events throughout the Spring and the Summer, I've put in a few miles of training.

3) What are you looking forward to most about the cycle?

The fun and banter with some good friends who are also riding, and the finish of course.

4) How long have you been a member of Rest Bay Lifeguard Club?

6 years.

5) Currently living?

Nottage, Porthcawl.

6) Favourite Food?

Pasta

7) Favourite Beach?

Several but includes Rest Bay.

8) Nicknames?

None I'm aware of.

9) Favourite music right now?

Nothing in particular

10) One thing you can't leave home without?

House keys!!

11) Favourite past time?

Training for triathlons and golf.

12) Future plans?

Competing in my first Ironman triathlon, in Lanzarote. May 2014.

Further Info on the Lands End to Rest Bay Ride #LE2RB

Following the theft of the ATV from Rest Bay Lifeguard Club in October 2012 our ability to launch our rescue craft and respond quickly to casualties on the beach were both in jeopardy. Potentially lives were at risk. It also meant that our ability to hold sea based training sessions for our nippers and juniors might not be possible as these sessions needed a safety boat present whilst they took place and without an ATV it was not possible to tow the IRB onto the beach.

Thanks to the support of the community we raised considerable funds towards a replacement vehicle but need to raise more to cover the full costs. To do this a team of our lifeguards will embark on a charity cycle later this month to raise funds towards the cost of the replacement vehicle. Click here to find out more about the #LE2RB ride. 

To support our riders on #LE2RB please visit:  

http://uk.virginmoneygiving.com/team/restbay

Find us on Facebook or Twitter for updates 

Search #LE2RB for latest info

Lands End to Rest Bay event sponsors:

Parkdean, Home and Colonial, SD Wood Flooring, Dunraven Windows, Insurance 4 boats, On it Sports, The Pier Hotel, Pages DIY Ltd., Woodsies Property Services, The Atlantic Hotel, Double Overhead