NTM 48/15 Craggy Island Triathlon, Isle of Kerrera
Mariners are advised that the Craggy Island Triathlon event will be taking place on the Isle of Kerrera, Argyll during 5th and 6th September 2015.
Approximately 225 competitors will participate in the event during which there will be an open water swim across the Sound of Kerrera directly from Gallanach Slipway to Kerrera Slipway commencing at the following times:
RACE DAY 1 – Saturday 5th September: swim starts at 1200hrs
RACE DAY 2 – Sunday 6th September: swim starts at 1100hrs
The swimmers will be accompanied by 4 motorised craft of various types, and approximately 14 kayaks. VHF channel 16 will be monitored by the safety boats.
Further details can be obtained by contacting the organisers using the details below:
Paul McGreal – tel: 07972 370097 email: paul@durtyevents.com
Duncan MacEachan (Kerrera Ferry) – tel: 07900 872588
Mariners navigating the Sound of Kerrera during the periods when the open water swim is taking place are advised to do so with caution, maintain minimum safe speed and remain well clear of all swimmers and support craft.
Please click here to download a printable PDF of NTM 48/15 (442kb)
Further information can be obtained using the contact details
David McHardie
Harbour Master
Caledonian Maritime Assets Limited
Categories: Cidheachan is Calaidhean, Fios gu Maraichean
Tags: Craggy Island Triathlon, Isle of Kerrera