E-News 26th June, 2018
Yacht Sales Australia Wednesday Series
A solid fleet of 17 boats lined up for the third race of Wednesday Yacht Sales Australia Non -Spinnaker Pointscore with a stronger than expected 15 knot southerly. In Division 1, Tony Levett's TSA Management took out 1st place ahead of Ian Box on Toy Box 2 followed by Peter Sorenson's Philosophers. Raoul De Ferranti was the clear winner in Division 2 on Lumine Lunae with Neil Padden on Wailea coming second closely followed by John Crawford's Innamincka. A great day had by all.
To view race results click here
Many thanks to our sponsors for the Wednesday Series, Ivan & Jeff Rowe of Yacht Sales Australia.
If you are looking to buy or sell a boat, visit their website at www.yachtsalesaustralia.com.au. Special commission discount available to MHYC Members.
MHYC Membership Renewals
Membership renewals will be sent out in the coming week via email so please make sure your email address is up to date with the club. Call the office on 9969-1244 or email Freya at membership@mhyc.com.au to correct any contact details.
Please also note that membership prices have been increased slightly this year and this will be reflected on your renewal statements.
Don't forget if you renew before 31st July 2018 you will go in the draw to win 3 nights accomodation for 2 people on Hamilton Island!
Junior & Youth Winter Sailing Holiday Programs
July Junior and Youth Discover Sailing Program's are now open for registration.
(Incorporating Tackers 1,2,3, Start Sailing 1 & 2 and Better Sailing)
Week 1 9th -12th July
All Levels Session Times: 9.00am - 3.00pm Register Here
Week 2 16th -19th July
All Levels Session Times: 9.00am - 3.00pm Register Here
4 day Camps - current MHYC members $395,
Non-Members $445 (includes discounted MHYC Youth Membership through to August 30, 2018)
For more information - click here
Sydney Noumea Yacht Race
MHYC yachts Kayimai (Rob Aldis) and TSA Management (Tony Levett) were starters in the PONANT Sydney Noumea Yacht Race which started at 10am on Sunday June 3.
Unfortunately, on Sunday evening TSA Management had to retire with battery issues. Today, with 425nm to go, Kayimai is 8th on line honours, 6th on PHS and 9thon IRC.
The CYCA event website features a yacht tracker - http://noumea.cyca.com.au/
Centreboard Winter Series
A small fleet of 29ers and International Cadets braved a fresh and cool Sunday afternoon on June 17 for the MHYC Winter Series for Centreboard Divisions.
Three races were completed on a short windward-leeward course between Grotto Point and Chinaman’s Beach, but the gusty winds and cold water took its toll, with the final race abandoned for the Cadets.
Max Giffney & Madeleine McLeay made a clean sweep of three 29er races. In the Cadets it was a win each to Zac Nisbet & Ethen McFarlane in Seaquence and Ben Harrington & Mia McFarlane in Piranha.
To view the Series Results – click here
Call for Nominations
Notice is hereby given calling for nominations for the following positions for 2018-2019:
Board of Directors
Commodore
Director
Director
Flag Officers
Vice Commodore – Racing
Vice Commodore – Cruising
Vice Commodore – Youth Sailing
Club Captain
Click Here for official notice and further information
Volunteer Information Night
Middle Harbour Yacht Club is holding a Volunteer Information Night on Wednesday the 27th of June at 7pm. Anyone in the local community who is interested is invited to attend along with existing MHYC members and volunteers.
Like all community based clubs, MHYC relies upon a large group of volunteers to operate its sporting and social program. The roles for volunteers at a sailing club are numerous and diverse, suiting people with a wide range of skills and interests.
MHYC conducts a busy program of club racing and regattas through the year and volunteers are sought for both on-water and onshore roles. People with a sailing and boating background can bring some valuable skills, but there are also plenty of opportunities for novices to learn the sailing related skills. The club arranges a variety of accredited and non-accredited training to help support and develop its volunteers.
Some of the important on-water roles undertaken by volunteers include race management, time-keeping , flags and signals, recording finishes, course laying and safety boat crew. Onshore, volunteers can be equipment safety auditors, measurers, maintenance crew and on a range of committees. Our Sailability volunteers work both afloat and ashore.
Volunteers at MHYC are enabling a people of all ages and abilities to participate in competitive and recreational sailing and at the same time enjoy working and socialising with a team of like-minded people.
To find out more about volunteering at MHYC, come along to the information night on Wednesday 27 June. To register your interest, or for more information, contact Catherine Rofe at the MHYC Sailing Department on 9969 1244 or sailing@mhyc.com.au.
First Aid Courses
Surf Life Saving NSW will be running a First Aid course for members at MHYC over 2 nights in July. If you would like to register please email sailing@mhyc.com.au.
Course details are:
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Wednesday 11 + Wednesday 18 July 2018
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6:00 PM - 9:30 PM
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CONTACT HOURS:
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Approx. 7 hours
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NUMBER OF PARTICIPANTS:
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maximum 12 pax
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First Aid - $115.00 per person includes CPR (GST Free)
CPR Only - $50.00 per person ( Wed 11th July )
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PRE-COURSE WORK:
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Pre-course Quiz – only for Full course participants.
This course requires all participants (attending a full course) to complete an online or hardcopy pre-course quiz.
You will receive a log in to this pre-course quiz online once you have registered for the course, a hard copy can be provided if preferred.
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2018 Winter Sailing Education Program
Middle Harbour Yacht Club's 2018 Winter Sailing Eduction Program has been released. Programs to be held include a First Aid Marine Focus Course which will be held on 11th and 18th July and a Powerboat Handling Course to be held on 14th July and 11th August.
To view the full program - click here
Commodores Black Tie Dinner
The 2018 Commodores Black Tie Dinner was a wonderfully fun and succesful night with 80 members enjoying live entertainment and delicious food. This year helped us raise a substantial amount for the Frank Likely Trust, funding our future sailors.
WHF Radio Operators Course
VHF RADIO OPERATORS COURSE AT MHYC WITH MARINE RESCUE
Marine Rescue will be running a Short Range Officer Certificate of Proficiency (SROCP) VHF Radio course
at MHYC over 2 nights in August.
If you are interested in attend, please email sailing@mhyc.com.au or 8969 3103 to register and make payment. If these dates do not suit you please email and we will keep a waitlist for a future course.
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Wednesday 8th + 15th August 2018
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6:30 PM - 9:00 PM (finish time approx. only)
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CONTACT HOURS:
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Approx. 5 hours
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NUMBER OF PARTICIPANTS:
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maximum 12 pax
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Member Discounted rate - $220.00 per person GST
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PRE-COURSE WORK:
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We commence promptly at 1830 and is essential that you do two things prior to the course;
- Bring a passport photo for inclusion in your licence when issued.
- Use the following link to the Australian Maritime College website and learn the phonetic alphabet from page 42 of the Marine VHF Radio Operator’s Handbook - www.amc.edu.au/handbooks
The applicable handbook online is the Marine VHF Radio Operators Handbook and will also give you a primer for the content of the course. You will be issued with this handbook as part of the course and the cost is covered by the course fee.
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29er Sprint Regatta at MHYC
Middle Harbour Yacht Club and the NSW 9ers Association are conducting a 29er Sprint Regatta on the 2nd & 3rd of July 2018.
Twelve short races are scheduled over the two days with sailing in Hunters Bay, Balmoral or The Sound depending upon breezes.
For race documents and competitor information, visit the event webpage - click here
NSW 9ers facebook - click here
Kayaks for Hire
A great way to get out on the water and stay fit or spend some time with the kids.
Midweek or weekend, these are available for $15/hour for a single - $20/hour for a double.
Call the club to book in advance on 9969 1244. Rental fees apply. Form here.
Sandbar Cafe - Open 7 days a week
The Sandbar Cafe is open 7 days a week from 8am. Come down to the Club & enjoy our coffee and freshly made gourmet rolls,
fresh muffins, slices or try one of Brett's homemade icecreams.
Don't forget we have takeaway beverages for sale - cases of beer, bottles of wine, and bags of ice.
Harbourview Bar & Bistro
The Harbourview Bar & Bistro is open on Sundays for a delicious breakfast from 9am.
Sit on the balcony and enjoy the view - Click Here for the Breakfast Menu.
The Harbourview Bar & Bistro is open Wednesday to Sunday for Lunch and Friday and Saturday for Dinner (unless advertised otherwise),
with daily specials. For all bookings, please call the MHYC office on 9969 1244.
