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The raft-up occurred in the bay at El Portet, and a picnic lunch aboard the yachts was enjoyed by all. The return trip to Calpe was equally memorable as all TOMs enjoyed a fast spinnaker run most of the way. The winds were favourable, and the weather was glorious for this first TOMs cruise and raft-up. The CBYA is looking forward to many more raft-up events in the future. The CBYA participates in regular regattas along the Costa Blanca throughout the year using both the TOMs and larger cruising yachts. There are activities organised at Les Basettes (Hobie Cats and kayaks), cruiser charters out of Dénia, as well as social raft-ups around Jávea bay when motor craft are welcome to join in the fun. Whether you are an experienced sailor, or wanting to learn, there’s plenty of opportunity to hone your skills. A nautical lecture is held once a month, plus various other social events. Come along to the Club Naútico de Javea meeting (on the third Monday evening of each month) for drinks and/or a meal to find out more. CBYA members include Belgians, Brits, Dutch, Germans, Norwegians, Spanish, Canadians and Americans. Owning a boat is not a prerequisite for membership, although obviously desirable! For more information see: www.cbya.org https://www.facebook.com/ CostaBlancaYachtAssoc/?fref=ts http://www.rcnc.es https://www.facebook.com/ Real.Club.Nautico.Calpe/?fref=ts Photos copyright CBYA