The definition of which is an unpredictable, rare, (and high-impact) occurrence that defies conventional forecasting - which probably doesn't really describe another back swan sighting, this time in Emsworth, but acknowledging that they are quite rare birds.
Caught the start of one of the model races at Slipper millpond in Emsworth which washeld in almost idea conditions.
The walkway was crowded with competitors and spectators both old and young.
Looks like a diamond in the rough, a varnished clinker built SCOW being used as a yacht tender.
Which might stand for unmanned surface vehicle or unmanned surface vessel or un-crewed surface vessel appears to the the collective noun for self driving boats . And distinct from self drive hire boats, USVs are boats which operate autonomously without a crew.
I'm pretty sure this is one such USV and that I posted about it back in 2024 and thanks to eagle eyed friend Greg we have some much better photos.
The hull form is quite narrow, almost like a rib without the tubes and the tumble-home above the hull deck joint seems to speak of a mostly low profile above the water which is probably good for military purposes.
When you have a house like this Folk boats are not just for Fridays.
Crews gathering for a frostbite race.
Keelboat racing is probably more appealing than dinghies at this time of year especially with a cool northerly wind running.
Nice to be out on the water in winter but tactician and navigator installed below at the chart table sounds like a good position.
Easy way to get out of the river to the race area and go sailing, especially in the low wind conditions.
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