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Unit Open Evening - Friday September 3rd 2010
We will be holding an Open Evening at the unit on Friday 10th September 2010.
This will be aimed at anybody interested in joining our unit.
If you would like to attend, please email info@trinityseacadets.co.uk
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Annual General Meeting - Friday 4th June 2010
The Annual General Meeting of Trinity Sea Cadets will be held on Friday, 4th June, 2010 in the Claverhouse Training Centre.
At 7.30 pm prompt, there will be a display by the Cadets. Refreshments will be served before the AGM itself at 8 pm. It would be appreciated if you could arrive for 7 pm.
The main purpose of the AGM is to approve the accounts for last year and to elect the Unit Management Committee as required by the Scottish Charity Regulator. The chairman, secretary and treasurer have all agreed to remain on the committee for a further year. You will hear what the Unit has achieved this year and our plans for the future. The Unit Management Committee members extend a warm invitation to all parents and friends. We encourage you to provide support by coming to watch and listen, and to make constructive suggestions, particularly about fundraising.
The Agenda will be:
1. Chairman’s opening remarks
2. Apologies for absence
3. Adoption of minutes from AGM held on 18th September, 2009 in the Claverhouse Training Centre
4. Matters arising from those minutes
5. Chairman’s report
6. Treasurer’s report
7. Adoption of accounts
8. Commanding Officer’s report
9. Election of Office Bearers (Honorary President takes the chair)
10. Chairman’s closing remarks
Graham Russell
UMC Chairman
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End of an era - Change of Command
On Tuesday 27th April 2010, Lieutenant Walter Lewis decided to step down as Commanding Officer of Edinburgh Trinity Sea Cadets.
This was Walter's second term as Commanding Officer, Walter will be staying with the unit as the Boats Officer.
We would like to thank Walter for all of his hard work and commitment to the Sea Cadets over the years (over 30 years in total).
Sub Lieutenant Andy Bell has been appointed the new Officer in Charge of the unit.
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Royal Naval Parade
Our Unit will be inspected by the Northern Area Officer, Commander Colin Redstone, O.B.E., on 27th April, 2010 at the Claverhouse Training Centre, 8 Granton Square, Edinburgh. The Cadets will put on a display of skills and activities they have gained whilst attending the unit. The evening starts at 6.45 pm for 7.00 pm and the evening will conclude around 9.15 pm.
All parents are welcome.
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Area 5 a side Football Competition
Edinburgh Trinity provided a girls under 15 team to represent Edinburgh District in the Northern Area 5 a side competition.
After a very exciting competition, the girls were unbeaten. Edinburgh District girls ended up winning the competition. This was an excellent achievement. It is the first time since 1986 that we will be sending a team to the National Finals.
Special mention must go to Cadet Joanne Lamont, who won the player of the tournament award.
Well done to all who took part.
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District 5 a Side Football Competition
The District 5 a side football competition took place at Meadowmill Sports Centre, Tranent on 12 December 2009 at 11am.
Edinburgh Trinity entered 2 teams, a boys under 15 and a girls under 15.
The Girls under 15 won the competition, so will now progress to the Area competition in January.
Well done to all that took part.
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2009 Awards
Edinburgh Trinity have once again excelled this year.
We have been informed that due to this we have been awarded a Burgee for 2009.
More to follow
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National Officer Selection Board Success
Recently our Officer in Charge (Juniors) attended a National Officer Selection board held at the Sea Cadet Training Centre Inskip in Preston.
This board is designed to put adult members of staff under some degree of pressure and to assess their management, communication & leadership skills.
Evolutions across the weekend included practical leadership tasks, table-top exercises both as individuals and as part of a team, written exercises & a social event in the evening with the board members.
Petty Officer Andy Bell was one of 4 members from Northern Area to attend this board.
Having successfully proved the high level of ability required Petty Officer Andy Bell passed the board and was promoted to the rank of Sub-Lieutenant with immediate effect.
Congratulations Andy
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National Combined Regatta 2009
PO(Cdt) Henderson and LC McElroy from Edinburgh Trinity recently represented Northern Area at the National Combined Regatta in London.
Both were involved in the Kayak event.
Both cadets came away with a Gold and Bronze medal.
An excellent achievment, well done to both.
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Northern Area Summer Camp - Unit Closure
The Northern Area Summer Camp 2009 will be taking place on Sunday 26th July until Saturday 1st August. The Unit will be closed during that time.
The unit will re-open on Tuesday 4th August 2009.
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Unit RNP - 29th April 2008
Tuesday 29th April 2008 was a good day for Edinburgh Trinity Sea Cadets. The unit played host to the Area Officer, Commander Colin Redstone OBE Royal Navy for the bi-annual Royal Naval Inspection.
Also in attendance were the District Officer Lieutenant Graham Tait (SCC) RNR, many other VIP's and over 60 parents.
The cadets gave a fine display of their skills in front of the capacity crowd.
The event was finalised by Commander Redstone informing all in attendance that the unit was being recommended for the highest performance award available, a Burgee.
Congratulations go to all, UMC members, Staff and Cadets from the unit for all of their hard work over the past 18 months.
The hard work now begins again.
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Northern Area Drill Competition - Results
The Northern Area Drill Competition was held at HMS Caledonia on Sunday 6th April 2008 and Edinburgh Trinity sent 9 cadets to be part of the Guard. TS Howe, TS Indefatigable and TS Valiant cadets also took part.
The Guard consisted of 12 Cadets and 1 Guard Commander.
PO Cadet Paul McElroy won Best Guard Commander.
The Armed Guard won the gold medal in the Armed Guard section.
Edinburgh District also came 3rd in the Best Dressed Armed Guard section.
A big well done to all who took part, special thanks must also go to CPO Dot Wilkie from TS Indefatigable who took the time to train the Edinburgh District team.
Next step is the National Competition at HMS Raleigh on 26th April 2008.
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Juniors Weekend Camp - Linlithgow, 10 - 12 August 2007
Edinburgh Trinity Junior Sea Cadets recently attended their first weekend camp. 3 Junior cadets and 2 staff members attended.
A range of activities were on offer including powerboating, kayaking, camp craft and a visit to the Falkirk wheel. Everybody involved had a great time.
Photos can be found in the Picture Gallery.
The next weekend camp is planned for 7 - 9 September in Dundee.
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HMS Raleigh Photos
Photos from the recent camp at HMS Raleigh can now be found in the Picture Gallery.
Enjoy!
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Edinburgh Trinity - Area Pulling Results
At the Area Pulling regatta in Greenock, Edinburgh Trinity once again represented Edinburgh District in the Boys Open and Boys Junior events.
Both teams performed above expectations, the Boys Open team competing for the first time at this level. The Boys Junior team were also competing for the first time at this level.
Both teams won their qualifying leagues and reached the final.
This was however a step too far, tiredness and inexperience showed and both teams finished 3rd in the final to some very strong and experienced teams.
However positives can be taken from the experience. The future looks bright for both these teams.
Well done also to both Edinburgh District girls teams who also finished 3rd in their respective grades.
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Edinburgh Trinity - District Pulling Champs
Edinburgh Trinity entered a Boys Open and a Boys Junior team in this years District Pulling competition at Grangemouth.
Both teams performed well and won all their races to become district champions. This qualifies them to enter the Area championships representing Edinburgh district.
Well done to all that took part
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WALTER LEWIS RYA VOLUNTEER OF THE YEAR
Lt (SCC) Walter Lewis, Commanding Officer of Edinburgh Trinity Unit, was awarded the Volunteer of the Year Award 2006 by the Royal Yachting Association Scotland (RYAS) for his outstanding contribution to the SCC and for his “great good humour and infinite patience in teaching children from the less affluent districts in Edinburgh to their great benefit and social development…”. The award ceremony took place on 24 March at the AGM of the RYAS in Edinburgh. Lt Lewis (left) is seen here receiving his award from Eddie Ramsden, Chairman of the RYA
Many congratulations to Lt Lewis for this outstanding achievement
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Unit Camp Confirmed
The Unit Camp this year will be at HMS Raleigh between Sunday 1st July 2007 and Saturday 7th July 2007.
Any Cadets wishing to attend should submit names to PO Bell asap.
Photos and reports from the week away will follow.
Tour HMS Raleigh
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Unit Cadets attend the launch of HMS Dauntless
Some of our Senior Cadets attended the launch of HMS Dauntless on 23rd January 2007. They formed part of the Guard as well as Street Party and all enjoyed the occasion.
The Cadets who attended were:
Leading Cadet Grant Henderson
Leading Cadet Kim Loughton
Leading Cadet Paul McElroy
Leading Cadet Claire McElroy
Able Cadet Peter McElroy
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RNI Inspection Night - 2 May 2006
The Area Officer (North) Commander Ian Bartholomew RN visited Edinburgh Trinity for the RN Inspection on 2 May 2006. As well as the Commander, over 30 parents and friends were there to see the cadets "show off" all that they have learned over the past 18 months. Using a topic of "life onboard a navy ship", the cadets performed excellently and received praise from the Commander and Commanding Officer of the unit. A big well done to all cadets and many thanks to all who supported the unit for this event.
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Edinburgh Outram - Sunday 20th August 2006
A yearly pulling race hosted by The Royal Forth Yacht Club took place on Sunday, with Edinburgh Trinity providing 2 teams and Leith providing 1 team.
Edinburgh Trinity pulled well to retain the Outram.
Result Below:
Edinburgh Trinity 1 - First
Edinburgh Trinity 2 - Second
Leith - Third
Many thanks go to The Royal Forth Yacht Club for organising the event and to Leith unit for supporting the event.
Congratulations to all that took part.
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