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13th December 2013

Old Gaffers 50th Gathering Celebrations On Display

#Gaffers50th – A collection of sailing images taken by Gillian Mills during the 50th anniversary of the Old Gaffers Association held in Dublin Bay last June will be on display tomorrow in the Poolbeg Boat & Yacht Club, Rinsgend, Dublin.

All are welcome to attend the opening that's starts at 3pm and where the display reflects in the celebration of the gathering gaff-rig craft during the three day event in early summer. The half-centenary event drew craft from throughout Ireland, the UK and further afield.

In addition a variety of other traditional sailing boats attended as previously reported the classic Howth 17's which joined in sailing celebrations and for the inaugural Dublin Port RiverFest held on the Liffey.

So if you are in the area and have 90 minutes to spare, come along to the Poolbeg club located in the heart of the port. For information about the Dublin Bay branch of the OGA visit this website and for the venue visit: www.poolbegmarina.ie

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