Help for single handers at lock flights.

[The Boater]

If any single handed boaters need an extra hand on locks on the Southern waterways then I am available. Ian. 07704 249 523.

[The Boater]

I am able to reach you easily by motorcycle, but need a little advance warning of being needed.

Ian.

[The Boater]

Bump

[The Boater]

I don't charge a fee, but it is nice to be fed and watered occasionally.

Sometimes accompanied by a little rescue Jack Russell called Terry the Terrier.

Ian

[mross]

I'm sorry no one has taken up your offer. Where are you based? "Southern waterways" seems very vague?

[bottle]

errr.

 

It says Shepperton as his location.

 

So at a guess, somewhere near the Studios in Surrey

 

https://www.google.co.uk/maps/@51.3965128,-0.487396,13z

[MtB]

The thing is, for many boaters transiting lock flights is not an obstacle to be dispatched as quickly as possible, but a primary part of the pleasure of boating. Solo boaters especially!

[Sea Dog]

The thing is, for many boaters transiting lock flights is not an obstacle to be dispatched as quickly as possible, but a primary part of the pleasure of boating. Solo boaters especially!

This is true, but I suspect Ian the Boater's offer of help is just as much a request to join in the fun.

[The Boater]

Just to set the record straight it has nothing to do with speed of transit, it is everything to do with helping those who are experiencing difficulty with doing the thing that they love. I had to let my own boat go when I was found to have Cancer, and now that I am in remission I am getting my boating fix by helping others. I am also a Voluntary Lock Keeper for CRT on the Hanwell Flight on the Grand Union, and have been involved with canals all my adult life.

I live within sight of Shepperton Studios and cover all the waterways from the Midlands To The River Wey.

[Dual Rectifier]

Fair play then Ian the Boater. Glad you are getting your fixing and making yourself useful at the same time..

[terrdil]

Serious medical conditions tend to focus ones outlook. Admire how you are moving ahead with your life.