| Handling lifeboats in rough weather isn't confined to the open sea. The inshore boat displays it's easier in the hands of expert helmsman Barry Gourly. The crew struggle against rough seas and high winds to line up the all-weather boat to facilitate her recovery into the boat shed. | |
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Michael commented ‘I am delighted to welcome Danielle to our team of volunteers. Having just completed her first exercise afloat since being enrolled, Danielle's enthusiasm to learn and become a competent member of the crew was clear to see. My team are looking forward to training with Danielle and preparing her for the challenges that will undoubtedly lie ahead. On behalf of the RNLI I would like to thank the Waid Academy for their supportive approach to pupils volunteering in the community and the benefits that come from doing so.’ The station enjoys a longstanding relationship with the Waid Academy and has spent time with the pupils to show our equipment and to communicate the RNLI Respect The Water campaign and this is a great development between the two. David Corstorphine, Principal Teacher Pupil Support commented, 'The Waid Academy has a long tradition of working with the community and naturally this includes promoting safety in and around the sea. We enjoy good links with our local RNLI and are very proud that one of our senior students has qualified to become an active member of the lifeboat crew. We hope Danielle’s work can be an inspiration to all of our pupils in their charity fundraising efforts and will encourage others to do voluntary work to help those in need.' Danielle is yet to experience an emergency call but permission has been granted by the school that if this is to happen during class time, she is permitted to leave the school and respond.  Click to enlarge the picture Mechanical malfunction has prevented the main boathouse door from opening. The Anstruther all-weather lifeboat remains ready to launch at the top of the slip. Always ready!
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