Middle Harbour Yacht Club E-Newsletter
Welcome to Middle Harbour Yacht Club E Newsletter. Our apologies for omitting Geoff Carter and his crew from Edake in last week's E-News, who were, alongside Martin Hill and Guido Belgiorno-Nettis, MHYC members competing in the Farr 40 Class World Championships this year - congratulations!
Many thanks to Chris Haskard for leading a succesful Two Up game on Anzac Day and raising over $140 for the Frank Likely Trust.
Look forward to seeing many members at our Annual Presentation and Dinner tomorrow night, beginning at 6.30pm.
Anzac Cup Report
Hughie seems upset at the moment. He gave us everything on ANZAC Day.
A quiet start from the club out towards Grotto. We were the first yacht off in our division as the entries dwindled to just 2. Us and Stormaway. Division 2 ( Non Kite) had Twitcher, 2 A10’s and Zen. So a small fleet. Read more...
Sailing Clinic - Computers & Navigation - Thursday 19th May, 2011
Guest speaker, Frank Walker, will be talking on the use of tactical navigation software and computer equipment that is being used by race boats in races as diverse as the Volvo Around the World race to club races - offshore or sprint type. He will also review the sorts of equipment available, software, sources for wind and ocean current data files.
Members $10
Non Members $20
Click here to book and pay online.
Sydney City Marine Winter Series
Sydney City Marine continues their sponsorship of the Winter Series. First race commences on Saturday 7th May, 2011, through to 16th July, 2011. Spinnaker, non-spinnaker and IRC divisions with racing commencing at 1200 hours on the Sound. Click here to enter.
Are You Looking for Crew? Or Wanting to Crew?
For any skippers who are looking for new crew or just need that extra crew member, there are several options available to ensure your competitiveness in the Sydney City Marine Winter Series.
The Sailing Office is always available to help with your crew requests and has an extensive email database of persons who have indicated their interest in crewing opportunities. An online version is also available - click here.
The most effective and popular method is picking up crew from the Breezeway on the Saturday mornings prior to the race. Crew can leave their details on the Crew Board and vice versa with boats requiring crew.
Please don't hesitate to contact the Sailing Office with your crew request on 02 9969 1244 or sailing-administrator@mhyc.com.au.
MHYC Handbook 2011/2012
The Sailing Office is currently putting together the MHYC Handbook for 2011/2012. If you wish to have your yacht on the Yacht Register or need to update your details, Please contact Andrew at
sailing-administrator@mhyc.com.au.
Advertising in The Breeze
Are you interested in advertising your company in The Breeze? We are currently putting together a new annual version of the glossy magazine, The Breeze, due for distribution in July. Please contact Pip Lodder on 8969 3101 for a rate card or by email at pip@mhyc.com.au.
Volunteers Required for East Coast Championships
The East Coast Championships is being held on the weekend of 11th-12th June, 2011 and MHYC requires volunteers to help out with the race management. Please call the Sailing Office on 9969 1244 if you can offer some time to assist.
Seabreeze Menu
Click here for the new Winter menu at Seabreeze. Why not come in and try it out!
Junior Sailing - Term 2 - Enrolments now open
Enrolments are now open for Term 2 of the Junior Sailing Program.
Click here for more information or email Meghan at juniorsailing@mhyc.com.au.
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