Waterways Ireland from the personal perspective of a boating enthusiast, Open post for questions and comments
MARINE NOTICE, No. 68 of 2015
Shannon Navigation
Athlone
Temporary Aid to Navigation
Waterways Ireland wishes to advise masters and owners of vessels that a temporary „Green“ starboard hand buoy has been placed south (500 metres) of Athlone Lock.
C.J.Lawn, Inspector of Navigation, 28 May 2015
MARINE NOTICE, No. 67 of 2015
BARROW NAVIGATION
Athy
Dragon Boat Regatta – 7 June 2015
Waterways Ireland wishes to advise masters and owners of vessels that there will be a regatta of DRAGON BOATS in Athy on 7 June 2015 between 08:30hrs and 18:30hrs.
Masters and owners of vessels operating in the area should refrain from entering the race course and comply with guidance instructions from race officials.
Waterways Ireland thanks their customers for their co-operation in these matters.
C.J.Lawn, Inspector of Navigation, 28 May 2015
MARINE NOTICE, No. 66 of 2015
Shannon Navigation
Tarmonbarry
Wed 3 June 2015, Aquathon Event
Waterways Ireland wishes to advise masters and owners of vessels that the swim element of the above event will take place immediately downstream of the lock on Wed 3 June from 1900hrs until 1945hrs.The lock will be closed during this period.
Masters are requested to proceed at slow speed and with minimum wash when approaching this section of the river from downstream and be prepared to anchor and also heed any instructions issued by the event marshals and in particular to keep a look-out for swimmers in the water.
Waterways Ireland thanks its customers for their cooperation in this matter.
C.J. Lawn, Inspector of Navigation, 28 May 2015
