Dr.Foxton Race
The sailing Committee would like to reassure members that sailing will occur at CYC on each programmed race day unless a Strong Wind Warning is current or winds are averaging above 22kts or actual conditions are viewed to be unsafe for general fleet racing. (This occured last Sunday when squalls exceeded 30kts with an abnormally high tide which made launching Miss Cleveland potentially dangerous). If conditions are marginal please check this website for updates after 8am on the day of sailing. The nine boats that ventured out today thoroughly enjoyed great sailing conditions and close racing. Thanks to David Kirk and Phil Terrill for setting an excellent course. Overall Club Championship and Mayoral Titles are wide open so we look forward to seeing you all next Sunday for Heat 3 & 4 of the Autumn Series.
Sailing Committee
Sailing Sunday 7th
The latest weather forecast issued this morning by the Weather Bureau for Moreton Bay is E/NE 15-20kts shifting to E/SE this afternoon - Rain with some heavier showers passing through. Sounds fun, so see you all soon for the Dr.Foxton race kicking off at 12 noon.
Notice of General Meeting
In accordance with the requirements of the constitution of the Cleveland Yacht club notice is hereby given of a Special General Meeting to be held at 10:00am at the Cleveland Yacht Club on Sunday 14th Feb 2010 to elect the position of Vice Commodore.
Unlike all other club office bearers, the position of Vice Commodore becomes vacant in February each year and all members are encouraged to attend to elect this position.
All nominations should be submitted to the Secretary by mail to PO Box 15 Cleveland 4163, by hand at the club or by email to russell@multimediadesign.com.au Nomination forms are due seven clear days prior to the meeting (by 10:00am Sunday 7th Feb) and members are reminded that in accordance with the Incorporations Act, nominations may only be accepted from the floor at the GM if no written nominations are received.
Yachts
Next ICON JAMs Race is on Sunday 7th Feb 2010 and a reminder will be sent out in the preceding week. Registration - 9-10 am at the ICON Bar or VHF ch 11 after 10.30.
For more information go to the Yachts web page
CYC Security
On Monday evening I attended the Club to rectify damage to our Club Pacers and “Moody Blue” which had been adversely affected by this afternoons winds. Apart from the damage and potential damage to the Club’s and members craft, the chocks were not inserted in the sliding door. The chocks are essential to prevent disturbing our neighbors as the door slams in the breeze the same as what happens if halyards are left loose on masts. Please ensure you address these issues if you are the Officer of the Day or last to leave .
Regards Al Lacoste
Picture at right courtesy Brian Russell taken at high tide on Sunday.
OOD
Could all members please check the calendar and ensure they know when they are rostered for OOD, rescue boat duty and ramp cleaning. Calendar
Marine Information Bulletin
An updated version of the Marine Information Bulletin - Lifejackets and Personal Flotation Devices - Frequently asked Questions is now available on Maritime Safety Queensland's website at: http://msq.qld.gov.au/Publications/Marine-information-bulletins.aspx
This bulletin includes information relating to the new Australian Standard AS 4758 - Personal Flotation Devices and existing lifejacket and PFD standards approved for use in Queensland, as well as general information about PFDs.
SABRE NATIONALS – BELLERIVE YACHT CLUB TASMANIA
Susan Hextell from Cleveland Yacht Club represented Queensland in the 32nd Sabre National Championships at Bellerive Yacht Club in Tasmania 28th Dec 2009 to 3rd Jan 2010, it was a record fleet of 61 boats a great effort indeed.
Susan was the only entrant from Queensland to make the 5048 km round trip. She wore a maroon penny with a big white Q over a white outline map of Qld, one would say “she carried the whole of Queensland on her back.”
Two Invitation races were held in a strong WNW breeze on 28 Dec, and Heats 1 & 2 on 29 Dec in equally strong SE winds. Long day on 29 Dec with SE 12 to 15 knots for Heat 3 easing 5 to 8 knots for Heat 4.
More moderate SE sea breeze on 30th Dec for Heats 5 & 6. Gusty NW winds in the 15-25 knot range on 31st Dec for Heats 7 & 8. Jan 2nd much more typical Tassie weather - low 20's, and strong 20 - 25 knot westerly which turned into 40 knot + winds needless to say boats were capsized everywhere plus some even cart-wheeling across the water, racing was cancelled for the day whilst rescue crews were kept busy retrieving boats etc., no injuries were reported and very little damage to boats.
Susan sailed consistantly and finished every race, she did Queensland proud and is to be congratulated on such a gutsy effort.
Full results can be seen on http://www.sabre.org.au/tasmania/200910SabreNationalsinHobart.html