Following a meal and business the club enjoyed a talk from club member Steve Blaney about his recent project to repair, refurbish and bring back to life the sailing yacht ‘Stardust’. 

A labour of love unfolded with photographs showing the sadly neglected state of the ‘Newbridge Navigator’ boat, then named as  ‘Skinny Malinky’. From what was definitely not a seaworthy craft - along with an even worse trailer, Steve worked his magic. Thoroughly cleaned and with underwater fouling removed, new engine and gearbox fitted, interior rebuilt and with modern electronic navigation aids added, the yacht was transformed and absolutely deserved and needed its new persona.

Steve had assembled fine photographs of the boat, of Comrie, Loch Earn, Ben Vorlich, St Fillans and 20 Shilling Wood - and really captured the beauty of that most picturesque part of Scotland.

It was great to see a fine craft rescued and, following questions, Roderick Skinner proposed an appreciative vote of thanks.