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Do you have a young volunteer star in your BSAC club?
If you have a young volunteer star in your BSAC club you can nominate them for the Suunto Young Branch Volunteer of the Year 2014 – and they, like last year’s winner Lucy Fanet, could win a fantastic Suunto DX computer worth £995.
Lucy (18), from Budehaven SAC, said winning the award has provided her with a massive boost of confidence and has inspired her to continue to play an active role within her branch.
Lucy was nominated by her Diving Officer for the pivotal role she has played in mentoring and supporting younger members within the branch.
Sport Diver and Snorkel Instructor Lucy is now encouraging more branches to put their own young people forward and recognise the very real contribution younger members make to the BSAC club network.
“I would definitely encourage people to nominate others for this award. It’s a brilliant way of recognising young people’s success and dedication towards our sport and encourages a real sense of pride within branches.”
Your Young Volunteer of the Year nominee could already be an instructor or assistant instructor or be a real asset as a volunteer on pool night, on dives, or in the general running of your club. They may play a role in promoting your club, meeting try divers or new members or helping on social or fundraising activities. They could even be an active player on your club’s committee….
To be eligible they simply have to be under the age of 21 at the time of the nomination. BSAC’s Young Volunteer of the Year (along with five other Volunteer category winners) will be presented with their award at the BSAC Diving Conference at the Birmingham NEC on Saturday, 26th October, 2014.
Nominate your Young Volunteer of the Year by completing and submitting BSAC’s simple online nomination form, which you can download from the BSAC website here.
Alternatively, you can print the nomination form out to complete and post to BSAC HQ.
Closing date for all nominations is 30th September 2014.
The Shark Trust has launched their new podcast. Delve behind the scenes and gain exclusive insights in the world of shark and ray conservation on The Shark Trust Podcast. Out Now!
Join the Shark Trust on this journey as they explore the diverse world of sharks. Hear from experts from different backgrounds and learn how you can become a part of the global effort to protect these vital species.
Whether you’re a seasoned shark expert or just dipping your toes beneath the surface, this podcast offers something for everyone!
In the first series you will hear from the Shark Trust team. Shark Trust Patrons, Monty Halls, Miranda Krestovnikoff and Simon Rogerson. Divers with a passion for sharks. And some of the Oceanic 31 artists.
New episodes released every two weeks on all major podcast platforms and watch full video versions on the Shark Trust YouTube Channel. Keep your eyes peeled for the bonus minisodes!
There are two available to dive into right now!
Episode 1: Dive beneath the waves of shark and ray conservation with Mark as he speaks with Paul Cox, CEO of the Shark Trust. Paul and Mark discuss the threats and difficulties that sharks and rays currently face in the modern world. And how the Shark Trust is working to create a better future for them!
Bonus Minisode: Join Mark at Go Diving, the UK’s biggest dive show. He interviews Shark Trust Patron, Simon Rogerson, about his diving experiences and how seeing sharks can transform your life!
For more information about the work of the Shark Trust, visit their website here.
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