Essential reading for anyone interested in boating is the SANParks' leaflet Boating in the Knysna Lagoon, July 2005 edition, which is obtainable from their offices at Thesen's Wharf. (382 2095)

LEISURE ISLE BOAT CLUB (LIBC) (384 0825)

This club is situated on the northern shore of the Island, and the picturesque little Peter Gordon Harbour provides a safe haven from the storm-force westerly winds that can wreak havoc particularly in the winter months. The harbour, originally built in 1992. was extended and upgraded in 2004. It has ample berthing and caters mainly for motor boats, although a few sailing vessels have their home here rather than at the Knysna Yacht Club at the Waterfront. There is secure trailer parking in the Club grounds, and the slipway is very well used. LIBC is a private club but anyone with an interest in boating, yachting, canoeing or anything to do with boats should pay a visit, and is sure to receive friendly advice on all matters boating. 1'i.sliing and bait- fathering from one of the managers.

The Club was initially a section of the Leisure Isle Country Club and had mooring facilities on leased ground at Kingfisher Creek. It shared the LICC clubhouse with the tennis and bowls sections, but in 1992 it broke away and the present Club was formed.

Berths are only hired out to club members. Non-members wishing to hire a berth may apply for temporary membership, and secure trailer parking is also available to them.

Slipway launching : boats can be launched by non-members for a nominal fee.

A handsome new clubhouse with modern facilities was completed in 2005. and is the pride of the Club. The clubhouse and its facilities are available for hire, but only through a member of the Club.

MOORING IN THE LAGOON

In times past. anyone on the Island could establish moorings for their boats near their homes, and several people built small jetties. After SANParks took over responsibility of the Knysna lagoon they began phasing out this practice, and in time no mooring will be permitted in the waters surrounding Leisure Isle. SANParks have intimated that they will soon begin enforcing their policy.

BOWLS (LenGreg 3840942)

The Bowls section of the LICC has 2 bowling greens, which are in use 7 days a week. The greens are used for provincial and national events at regular intervals, as well as during the popular annual Knysna Oyster Festival.

Club days: Wednesday and Saturday at 13h30 - Friendly games: All other days. Visitors are always welcome, and coaching is provided. Potential new members are encouraged to contact us.

BRAAI FIRES

With the exception of the public braai facilities at Green Hole, no picnic braai fires or
any other fires are allowed at any parks, beaches or public open spaces on Leisure
Isle.

BRIDGE (Sue Malcomess 384 0126)

Duplicate bridge: The Leisure Isle Bridge Club has a morning of duplicate bridge every Thursday morning at the Leisure Isle Country Club. Play starts at 09h00, and anyone wishing to play should be there at O8h45 punctually.

There is only space for 10 tables. Visitors are welcome, although precedence is given to members. There is a charge of R10 per visitor. Everyone must bring a partner. Tea and coffee are provided.

Social bridge: There is a morning of social bridge every Monday, at the Leisure Isle Country Club. Play starts at 09h00. No partner is needed, and the charge per person is R5.00

TABLE TENNIS (Johan Muller 381 0880 )

Table tennis falls under the auspices of the Leisure Isle Country Club, but is played at Cearn Hall in Hall Road.

The Club meets on Mondays from 3 - 6.30pm. If there is sufficient interest, a session may be held on Wednesdays from 6-1 Opm

All levels of players arc welcome, including beginners,

YOGA (Val 3825116)

Cearn Hall, in Hall Road. Tuesdays and Thursdays at 09.30, and Tuesday evenings at 6pm

BALLROOM/LATIN DANCING (Val or Gerd 382 5116)

Cearn Hall, Hall Road Monday and Thursday evenings at 7pm

LINE DANCING (Val 382 5116)

Cearn Hall, Hall Road Thursdays, 5.30 - 7pm

SCOTTISH COUNTRY DANCING (384 0376)

Cearn Hall, Hall Road Thursday evenings, 7 - 9pm