MHYC E News 9th March, 2016
Welcome to Middle Harbour Yacht Club's E-Newsletter.
Another spectacular Sydney Harbour Regatta was held on the weekend! Many thanks to all our sponsors, race management volunteers, and all who participated to make it such a success. The prize presentation was held on Monday night with some great prizes from Helly Hansen, Trina Solar, Robert Oatley Vineyards, Sydney City Marine, Travel View|Cruise View and Air New Zealand - without the support of our sponsors we could not run such a great regatta. Congratulations to all winners and placegetters and to the MHYC team of Khaleesi, JustADash & Nine Dragons winning the IRC InterClub Team Challenge!
For all press releases from the SHR and Boats on TV You Tube video of Day 1, please visit the SHR website.
A note from Karen Baldwin, General Manager MHYC - "The annual Sydney Harbour Regatta held last weekend was another very successful event for MHYC, and as has been mentioned many times, we owe so much thanks to our wonderful sponsors but also to three very special people who donated their boats and their time so that our sponsors had the opportunity to view the on-water racing in and around the Harbour in what were near perfect conditions. Our sincere thanks and appreciation go to Evan Rees and “Sir LunchaLot” who hosted Helly Hansen, to Rob Reynolds and “Sterling” who hosted Trina Solar and also to Mark Tucker and his crew Joel & Lindsay from Sundance Marine and his brand new magnificent “70’ Monte Carlo Yacht” which I had the great privilege to enjoy with sponsors from Club Marine, Sydney City Marine and others.Without each of their very generous contributions, these great days out on the water would not have been possible."
To all Marina occupants - Please be aware that on Sunday 13th March at 9pm to 9am the following morning, there will be a company working onsite to upgrade our power connections and boards to a new power pole. This will mean that all power to the Club and marina will be off from the same period. Apologies for any inconvenience caused.
Saturday Summer Pointscore - 12th March, 2016
The Summer Pointscore continues on Saturday 12th March, 2016.
Open Race 17 (SOP) - First warning signal 1155 hours
MHYC Ocean PS Race 4 (MHYC -SOP Race 7)
Inshore Race 5 - First warning signal 1255 hours
To enter - click here
To view Entrants & Results - click here
Please note: This Saturday 12th March our race management team will be conducting the MHYC Open & Inshore Pointscores, and the Short Ocean and Short Haul Pointscore races.
Due to the unavailability of Sandpiper it will be necessary to issue a Notice to Competitors or an Amendment to the Inshore SIs.
Per the Notice of Race, para 3.2, this will be posted on the noticeboard no later than 9am on Saturday. A copy will also be available on the club's website.
Yacht Sales Australia Wednesday Series 3 - Race 2 - 9th March, 2016
Race 2 of Series 3 for the 2015-16 season, being held today Wednesday 9th March, 2016. Please be reminded that the handicaps are count up starting from 1330 hours.
Many thanks to our sponsors for the Wednesday Series, Ivan Rowe & Rob Armstrong, Yacht Sales Australia. If you are looking to buy or sell a boat, visit their website at www.yachtsalesaustralia.com.au.
To enter - click here
To view Entrants and Results - click here
Thursday Twilight Series - Race 21 - 10th March, 2016
Race 21 will be held tomorrow Thursday 10th March, 2016, with a count up handicap Clubhouse start. Enter today! If you require a Cat 7, please contact Roger in the Sailing Office to arrange an audit at sailing-administrator@mhyc.com.au or on 02 9969 1244.
Many thanks to our Thursday Twilight major sponsors - Wild Oats, Robert Oatley Vineyards as well as our new divisional sponsors, Yacht Sales Australia, All Sail , Cosine Shipwright Services and Specialty Mortgage Services, who will be offering CASH prizes to 1st, 2nd and 3rd placings at the end of the series.
To enter - click here
To view Entrants and Results - click here
PIF Charity Regatta - Friday 11th March, 2016
The Property Industry Foundation Charity Regatta is being hosted by MHYC this Friday 11th March, 2016, with over 100 boats entered. Please note that the car park will be at its maximum and the Harbourview Bistro will be closed for lunch and dinner for Friday 11th March. The Harbourview Bar will be open from 2pm and Sandbar Cafe will be open from 7am. To assist the Club, could all t-heads please be left clear to enable boats competing in the regatta to pick up crew and unload after racing.
For all information on the regatta, please visit the PIF Regatta website.
Cruising Division Meeting & BBQ - Monday 21st March, 2016
The next meeting: Monday March 21st, 19:30 p.m. B.Y.O. BBQ 18:30 p.m
Guest Speaker: Paul Wotherspoon - “Safety up the Mast”
Learn how to Climb the Mast with Redundant Safety so that if anything at all breaks, You Do Not Fall.
See the simple Klemstein Knot demonstrated and also a simple DIY Rope Climber device to take the effort out of the climb.
Avoid the most common mistakes. The life you save may be your own…
2016 "Cruising North" Series - being held at Schneider Electric Building, Cnr 78 Waterloo & Byfield Street, Macquarie Park
Doug Brooker - AYF Yachtmaster instructor and past examiner will be presenting a series of talks for anyone interested in cruising North on the nights of Monday 14th March, Wednesday 16th March. Monday 21st March, Wednesday 23rd March.
The first two nights will cover the preparation of you and your yacht for cruising. The third and fourth nights will cover the passage and ports between Sydney and the Whitsundays. Questions and suggestions will be most welcome.
This is being sponsored by the Coastal Cruising Club of Australia (CCCA). If you wish to attend please email the CCCA secretary Greg Hitchens at: cccahonsecretary@gmail.com providing your name and contact method.
Online Bookings Open for Tackers & Learn To Sail April School Holiday Camps
Online bookings are now open for the April School Holiday Camps. MHYC will be running Tackers and Learn to Sail camps from 9.15am - 3.30pm on Monday 11th April to Thursday 14th April and from Monday 18th April to Thursday 21st April, 2016.
Click here for more information and to book online.
NSW 420 & International Cadet State Titles - 19th - 20th March, 2016
The NOR and entry for the NSW 420 & International Cadet State Titles are now available on the MHYC Youth Sailing Regattas page. Entries close on19th March at 1200hrs.
For more information please email Locky Pryor at locky@mhyc.com.au or check the website at: http://www.mhyc.com.au/en/sailing/learn-to-sail/centerboard-regattas.
Calling for Nominations for the 2016 Frank Likely Trust Award
Frank Likely was a pioneer and driving force behind MHYC’s junior sailing and safety programs. Although Frank is no longer with us, his spirit is still alive in the form of the Frank Likely Trust. This Trust was formed by sailing and army mates from the war to:
1. To perpetuate the memory of Frank Likely in view of his many years of outstanding voluntary service to yachting and Middle Harbour Yacht Club.
2. To assist Middle Harbour Yacht Club members and young sailors selected at the discretion of the Committee to compete in yacht and dinghy racing.
3. To make awards to outstanding persons who have contributed valuable services to the Middle Harbour Yacht Club and Australian Yachting in the Frank Likely Spirit.
Read more...
Image at right - Trustees made the first award in May 1991 to Matthew Bassett. Matt had crewed with MHYC Juniors for 9 years and the Trust enabled him to skipper his ‘own’ dinghy which it made available for a full racing season.
Sandbar Cafe - open 7 days a week - French Pastries now available!
The Sandbar Cafe is open 7 days a week from 8am. French pastries Available Now - Berry, chocolate & salted caramel muffins, chocolate croissants, fruit scrolls! Come down to the Club & try them! Also delicious Smoothies - flavours of banana, mango, mixed berry and for the health conscientious, a dairy free "Green" - the perfect choice for Summer!
Harbourview Bar & Bistro - Come down and try the menu and weekly specials
The Harbourview Bar & Bistro has had some great reviews of its' menu. Come down to the Club and try the delicious offerings for yourself.
Harbourview Bar & Bistro is open Wednesday to Sunday for lunch and Thursday to Saturday for dinner.
Click here for the Harbourview Bar & Bistro Menu.
Wine of the Month - Molly's Cradle Wines. $6.50 per glass, $28 per bottle - come down to the Club to try it!
New Sailing Application Survey
MHYC member Debbie Dalziel is conducting a survey of yacht owners and crew managers involved in racing. Your response will help with the development of an exciting new sailing application that will help you manage your yacht crew and connect with new sailors. The survey takes on average 6 minutes to complete and your participation is much appreciated! If you have any questions or would like more information on the product, please contact Debbie directly: deborah@unboundmarketing.com.au.
To complete the survey - click here.
Manly Yacht Club Helly Hansen Women's Challenge 2016
Manly Yacht Club invites skippers and their crews to enter the MYC Helly Hansen Women's Challenge 2016. Saturday March 19, racing for lasers, access dinghies and junior classes. Sunday March 20, racing for yachts.
To enter and for more information, visit the MYC website.
Join Mariner Boating Holidays Sail New Caledonia
Sailing holiday specialists, Mariner Boating Holidays are taking people to New Caledonia in 2016!! They are offering a 13 day sail, land and air package giving people the unique opportunity to travel by boat. All you need to do is charter a yacht or book a cabin and join the fun. To book or make an inquiry, contact Mariner Boating today, on 02 9966 1244. Or for further information on sailing holidays visit Mariner Boating Holidays, or email info@marinerboating.com.au.
