Saturday, 18 September 2010

Ben Nevis with Bob September 2010

Slideshow of Bob climbing Ben Nevis for charity
The Cystic Fibrosis Trust

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Sunday, 12 September 2010

He did it!

Bob conquered Ben Nevis yesterday
Saturday 11th September 2010
To help raise money for the Cystic Fibrosis Trust
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Well done Bob


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As you can see - the RAF brought in the required supplies

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Bob preparing to set off?
It's not too late to donate - just send a cheque to Bob - Cheques payable to 'The Cystic Fibrosis Trust' send to Bob Thomson, 1b Gordon Square, Portgordon, Moray AB56 5RG.

Thursday, 9 September 2010

Bob's Climbing Ben Nevis on Saturday

Saturday 11th September 2010

*Ben Nevis Challenge*

Portgordon Community Harbour Group Secretary Bob Thomson, is climbing Ben Nevis to raise money for the Cystic Fibrosis Trust

This is a remarkable challenge for him to undertake as he gets dizzy climbing the stairs at home! If you would like to make a donation please make a cheque out to 'The Cystic Fibrosis Trust' and send to Bob's home address:

1b Gordon Square
Portgordon
Moray
AB56 5RG

Although the challenge is for this coming Saturday donations can be received anytime after

These are Bob's words: (slightly modified)

Hi Everybody

Well this old smokin, drinkin, but fairly healthy guy has taken up the challenge to climb Ben Nevis for Cystic Fibrosis, I'm a virgin at this sort of stuff so decided that you might want sponsor me or bet that I can't make it, a little goes a long way so just make a donation if you can 
Big thanks.
Bob T
Ben Nevis

Wednesday, 1 September 2010

Latest visitor numbers

Site Visits
Highest ever August Visitor Numbers
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After the record month for July it's no surprise that visitor numbers have fallen this month even so the figures for August represent an increase of 43% over the same month last year and if you look at the graph you can see how continuous growth in viewing numbers over the months and years has occurred.

Visits or Hits - What's the difference?

A hit is when a server is called as a result of a search engine enquiry. For example if you type in 'Portgordon' on 'Googles' search engine today you will see about 19,300 sites that are available. This enquiry will be counted as a hit on the listed websites including ours - it is only when a link is clicked and the website opened that the hit changes to a visit. The visitor may then look at one page or several - it still counts as a single visit

Hope that explains the difference between visits and hits. I've shown this to Mrs Blog and she says it's as clear as mud!



Sunday, 22 August 2010

More talent at the Gala

Mosaic
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Mosaic certainly added something to the day - they are very good and look at the picture - they really seem to be enjoying themselves

There are some more assorted pictures from the Gala Day on the main website just click the link below

Sunday, 8 August 2010

The 'Speyside Fiddlers'

The 'Speyside Fiddlers' put on a great show. They are well known for their musical ability and were much appreciated by the crowd.. I've seen them numerous times and they just get better and better.
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There is a collage of them on the main website

Sunday, 1 August 2010

Another record month for site visits!

3,046 to our main site in July 2010
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Last months visitor numbers were a record since the site began and now the records been broken again by an amazing 43% increase on June

The increase is obviously due to the build up to and including Gala Day

It's great news for all concerned and I'm very grateful for the many contributions I receive from the Harbour Group Committee and others for providing timely and relevant information that I can add to the site

Thanks to all of you for looking at the main site - every visit helps

Thursday, 29 July 2010

Too late for the Raft Race

Look who came too late for the Raft Race

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'Crown Princess'

Seen off-shore at about 8.00pm on Gala Day
You should see her again at about 8.00pm on Wednesday August 18th


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Port Watch

The all girl team, Port Watch, took no prisoners on this, their first ever raft race
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The girls as well as providing great entertainment also raised £500 for their charity
They've already told us they'll be back next year to challenge the winners Buckie Firefighters - if the Firefighters are not worried then they certainly should be

Wednesday, 21 July 2010

It's not too late to enter

We still have two Rafts available for you to borrow if you wish to take part in the Race
Just contact the number below


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Just seen the weather forecast for Sunday and it doesn't look too bad at all - so get a crew of four and have a go - you might even win.

Here's the contact number
Bob Thomson 01542 834276

Monday, 19 July 2010

Banffshire Author chooses Portgordon to Launch Latest Book

Along the Coast
Burghead to Portknockie

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This publication is to be launched at the Portgordon Charity Raft Race & Gala Day on Sunday 25th July 12 noon. To purchase your signed copy just visit the Banffshire Maritime & Heritage Association Stall

This the latest in a line of books published by Stan Bruce, Chairman of Banffshire Maritime & Heritage Association, promises to be a good read for those with a thirst for local knowledge. It could easily be used as a platform of discovery for several Sunday afternoon car drives. It takes you to places you may well know but beneath the surface there are some hidden treasures - all part of the local heritage

From Burghead to Portknockie describes the journey Along the Coast and, of course, Portgordon gets a mention

The book comprises sixty pages and 124 photographs/illustrations/drawings. Very good value at £6.00 per copy with all proceeds going to Banffshire Maritime & Heritage Association
(registered Scottish Charity No SCH 040505)