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News Release 14th July 2007MICHAEL FABRICANT AWARDED HIS 'INLAND WATERS HELMSAN'S CERTIFICATE'Michael Fabricant joined Terry Robertson, holder of the Royal Yachting Association Instructor's Certificate, for training on the narrow boat Shropshire Lass at Great Haywood on the Trent & Mersey Canal on Saturday 14th July. Michael is a keen narrow boater, Patron of the popular Lichfield & Hatherton Canals Restoration Trust, and a member of the Lichfield Branch of the Inland Waterways Association. But Michael says: "Despite having spent many hours at the helm of narrow boats, there was a surprising amount still to learn including some helpful shortcuts about how to moor, reverse, tie up, and what to do in emergencies. I was delighted at the end of the day to be awarded my Helmsman's Certificate. "Individuals interested in learning how to narrow boat should contact Terry on 01785 824012 or 07947 337492."
Photograph shows Michael Fabricant being given his certificate by Terry Robertson with members of the Inlands Waterways Association alongside Shropshire Lass at Great Haywood. |
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