E-News 15th August, 2018

 

Make a Wish - Help Make a Wish Come True

The Make-a-Wish foundation grants wishes to seriously ill children.

Each year, the MHYC Cruising Division offer the opportunity to take families out for a day on the water to enjoy a sailing experience on Sydney Harbour.
Please help us help these wishes come true by joining us on Sunday October 28th 2018 for a day on the water with
either your expertise on board to help look after our "guests" or perhaps on return to help with the BBQ and cooking sausages for a late lunch.
We will be departing MHYC at 1030 and returning by 1330 for a sausage sizzle on the beach. 
Please contact MHYC member Max Theeboom on 0432 713 793 or by email uni1948@tpg.com.au if you can help out in any way. 

 

 

CORAL EXPEDITIONS - FREE INFORMATION SESSIONS

Coral Expeditions would like to invite you and your friends to attend our upcoming information sessions in Sydney.
Our team will showcase a selection of the unique destinations visited by Coral Expeditions including the
Kimberley and Cape York, Tasmania, Papua New Guinea and the exotic Islands of Indonesia.
We offer shore rich itineraries in remote locations allowing our guests to be immersed in local cultures, get up close to wildlife and enjoy
adventurous land and sea activities in safety. Come along and learn all about the small ship expedition cruise experience.
PLEASE JOIN US for light refreshments, informative presentations, Q&A and we will have exclusive travel offers available on the day.
We encourage you to register early to secure your seats as numbers will be limited.
Information Session Dates:
Sydney 29th August 2018, Middle Harbour Yacht Club 1:00 pm or 3:00 pm
Sydney 1st September 2018 – Rydges Sydney Central 09:00 am or 11:00 am
REGISTER NOW WITH YOUR PREFERENCE TO rsvp@coralexpeditions.com

 

Literary Lunch 

With guest speaker Megan Goldin
Friday 24th August | 12 Noon

Bookings can be made online here or by callling the office on 9969-1244

 

2018 Season Opening - Commodores Front Up Cup

Bring the whole family along and join us at the club to open the 2018/2019 Sailing Season
with the annual Commodores Front Up Cup, MHYC Sail Past, special lunch menu and much more!
No bookings required, just come along in your best SUPERHERO costume!

 

Father's Day at MHYC

Call the MHYC office on 9969-1244 to book your table today!

 

Yacht Sales Australia Wednesday Series

Due to the forecast strong and gusty conditions, racing in the Yacht Sales Australia Series
4 Non-Spinnaker Pursuit race today, Wednesday 15 August, 2018, has been abandoned.
The next race in the series is scheduled for Wednesday 22 August.

To view previous 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.

 

Annual Skipper’s Briefing 

Thursday 20th September starting at 7.00pm.

This important session will include a briefing from NSW Roads & Maritime Services, on-water emergency procedures,
updates to the Australian Sailing Special Regulations and the 2018-2019 racing program. 
It is a must-attend event for the skippers (or a representative) of all MHYC yachts.
The briefing will be held in the Harbour View Room at 7pm.  Come along earlier to enjoy dinner beforehand.

 

Skippers & Crew Meet and Greet

Thursday 27th September starting at 7.00pm

Looking for crew for the new season?  Looking for a crew position?  
MHYC has arranged a Meet and Greet evening for sailors looking for a crew position on a MHYC Yacht.  

Skippers seeking crew for the season will be present so potential crew can meet the skippers and ask further questions. 
Skippers looking for crew will address the meeting outlining the program for their yacht this season and give an indication of the
type of crew they are seeking.  The crew can then ask questions of the skipper presenting to make sure they understand what is being sought. 
After the presentations, the skippers and crew can meet one on one over a drink in the bar.

Please email sailing@mhyc.com.au or phone the Sailing Office (9969 1244 Tues-Sat) to advise your intention to attend either of these 2 sessions.

 

Crewing Opportunities

Farr 30 looking for crew for the Saturday Annual Pointscore for the new season.

Please email expression of interest with details of experience to sailing@mhyc.com.au

 

Saturday Social Sailors Series

Introducting a new social series for the avid and interested sailors of Middle Harbour Yacht Club.
For enquiries and more information please contact the sailing office on sailing@mhyc.com.au

 

Need some new boat lines for your berth?

The MHYC Maria team can now do this for you!
Cost is $20 per splice + $2.80 per metre of high quality rope.
Call Matt on 0418 242 637 to place your order.

 

MHYC Membership Renewals

With the new membership year starting on 1st September, membership renewals have been sent out via email. 
Please also note that membership prices have been increased slightly this year and this will be
reflected on your renewal statements. 
If you have not yet recieved your membership renewal and you are a member who is NOT on a
direct debit membership, please contact Membership Coordinator Freya via email.

All Annual and Monthly DDS members will have their renewal invoices sent in the coming weeks.
If you have any questions regarding you renewal please contact our
Membership Coordinator Freya on  9969-1244 or email  membership@mhyc.com.au

Renew your membership before 1st September and go in the draw to win a case of Robert Oatley Wine!

The winner of the Hamilton Island holiday will be drawn at the season opening on Saturday 1st September 2018.

 

Mosman Parking Permits

The 50% discount for Mosman Parking Permits have now closed. If you registered for one of these permits,
they have arrived at the club and will need to be signed for on collection. 
If you missed out on registering we are gathering a waitlist of members who would like to apply.
There will need to be 30 applicants in order for you to recieve a 30% discount on the full price of the permit. 

Applications can be made by contacting the office on 9969-1244 or by emailing our
membership coordinator Freya at membership@mhyc.com.au

 

 

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 (with the exception of Thursday)
and Friday and Saturday for Dinner (unless advertised otherwise),
with daily specials. For all bookings, please call the MHYC office on 9969 1244.