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An occasional look at the ebb and flow of the Thames

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Month: August 2013

Events Recent developments

Tipping my hat to Boris

29/08/201317/01/2014Mort SmithComment(0)

I have to confess that I’m not a big fan of politicians. Most of them seem to delight in avoiding answering straight questions and a significant number probably wouldn’t know the truth if it hit them in the face.

Double trouble: Alan, left, and Mort Smith.
Terra Nova

Brother, this was great

22/08/201329/05/2015Mort SmithComment(0)

It was well worth the wait. My brother Alan and I finally took Terra Nova out for a run two weekends ago and it was wonderful to be back out on the water.

Rules and regulations

Overstaying their welcome no more

08/08/201329/05/2015Mort SmithComment(0)

Huzzah! I’m delighted to learn that the Environment Agency has signed up with a company who, for a trial period, will help to enforce the mooring regulations on parts of the Thames including Walton and Weybridge.

The intrepid crew will be paddling 116 miles along the Thames to raise money for two good causes.
Charities Recent developments

Charity challenge for female rowers

01/08/201326/01/2014Mort SmithComment(0)

I always enjoy turning the spotlight on some of the wonderful things river people undertake for charity – and this week is no exception.

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To contact Mort, email him at mortsmith32@gmail.com or call him on 01787 226974. He’s always pleased to hear from old friends who provided such a wealth of information and great stories for Riverwatch.

These columns appeared in the Surrey Herald.

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