A massive thank you to our Quiz Master Colin Adams and Matt for giving up their evening in aid of the JLA, a great night had by all and an amazing £1,600 raised, well done to Cheryl and her team for another successful fundraising evening. Thank you to everyone who came and bought raffle tickets, we are feeling the love. …
Oak Colony Beavers take a tour
The Oak Colony Beavers 10th St Brelade Scout Group joined us for a tour of Sir Max today, think it’s safe to say they all had a great time, especially when they found the horn. #jla #jerseylifeboat #jerseybeavers #oakcolonybeavers #supportlocal #givingtimetothelocalcommunity
Fundraising lunch update
A huge thank you to those who came to our lunch yesterday, we raised an amazing £1878.00! I’m sure you will join us in thanking the Hotel Ambassadeur for great food and service.
Jersey Lifeboat Association is proud to say as of midnight tonight we are OFFICIALLY DECLARED!
After months of hard work and thousands of hours spent by the crew and fundraisers the Jersey Lifeboat Association is proud to say as of midnight tonight we are OFFICIALLY DECLARED! Thank you to all of our families, supporters and nationwide independent lifeboat crews for their words of advice and help to get us to where we are today. To …
Crew undertake fire training update
A massive thank you to Jersey Airport Fire Service fire fighters, Mark Le Moignan, Craig Fosse and Alan Bertram for the fantastic training session today, a great day and valuable trying was had by all.
Sir Max Aitken III gets lifted out
The work starts now, plenty of paint needed!! Thanks to all that helped, Ports of Jersey for the lift and Bill Hibbs Marine.
Sir Max Aitken III arrives in St Helier
After more then 300 miles Sir Max Aitken III arrives in St Helier. Well done to the JLA team who have made this all possible. However there is much more to do and we will keep you posted as we make progress preparing the boat and the team for service.
Sir Max Aitken III leaves Goodchild Marine
Sir Max leaving Goodchild Marine. Unfortunately the bridge was broken at Great Yarmouth so had to pass through the Norfolk Broads.
First Aid Training
The last 2 nights crew have undergone first aid training to ensure that they are up to date with the latest practices. It had all the general first aid syllabus plus the subjects specific to boating included: The recovery position in a confined space CPR, including the drowning protocol Cold shock and hypothermia from immersion and/or exposure Seasickness and dehydration …