On Afloat's boating Forum: The Chief of Irish Sailing Harry Hermon says the decision to scrap the Asgard Programme in the 2010 budget may well be the last nail in the coffin of the marine leisure sector unless we pull together and do something about it. He has a lot of support here. Thundercat fan Blimp has loaded some great video clips from Youghal. Skipper intends navigating the Boyne but needs advice, Byrni warns of fast flowing rivers and admits to a capsize. Gordon Davies says boaters need to respect the river's anglers.
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