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We gathered today in the beautiful village of Witsand to celebrate Sea Rescue saving lives for 50 years.CEO, Dr Cleeve Robertson welcomed all our special guests and Station Commander, Theo Erasmus thanked all the supporters, donors, crew and retired crew who have supported their rescue base. Allan Cramb who is a founder crewmember of the NSRI will be honoured this year with 50 years of volunteer service. Allan shared the history of NSRI and spoke about his time as a crewmember.The guests were treated to a boat display and invited to go on a boat ride, followed by a light lunch. Thank you to everyone who came out to celebrate with us today.IMG_1987 Boat displayFrom left: Dr Cleeve Robertson (CEO), Allan Cramb and Theo Erasmus (Station Commander) From left: Dr Cleeve Robertson (CEO), Allan Cramb and Theo Erasmus (Station Commander)IMG_2002Safety checksIMG_2012IMG_2022Allan and Elsabeth Cramb Allan and Elspeth CrambTheo Erasmus and Louise Mouton, journalist at Suid Kaap Forum Theo Erasmus and Louise Mouton, journalist at Suid Kaap ForumIMG_2036 Dr Cleeve Robertson, CEO welcoming everyone to the celebrationAllan Cramb, founder member shares some special stories and milestones of the NSRI Allan Cramb, NSRI founder member, shares some special stories and milestones of the NSRIIMG_2030Theo, Hannelie and Karla Erasmus Theo and Hannelie Erasmus with their daughterAttie Gunter and Graeme Harding Attie Gunter and Graeme HardingGraeme Harding, Paul Viera (SAMSA), Allan Cramb and Theo Erasmus Graeme Harding, Paul Viera (SAMSA), Allan Cramb and Theo ErasmusIMG_2051 Crew of Witsand and HQ staff
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