Middle Harbour Yacht Club E-Newsletter

Welcome to Middle Harbour Yacht Club E-News. Reminder to all House members that any unused funds from your 2009/2010 $50 levy on your membership card will expire on 31st August, 2010 - so come down to the club for lunch or dinner, purchase some wine or merchandise. New membership cards for 2010/2011 will posted next week.
 

Notice of Annual General Meeting - 9th September 2010

Notice to all members that the 71st Annual General Meeting of Members of Middle Harbour Yacht Club will be held in the Clubhouse, Lower Parriwi Road, The Spit, Mosman, NSW 2088 on Thursday 9th September 2010 at 7.00pm. Click here for further details.
 
MHYC voting members will receive, in the mail, your ballot forms to elect Board members for 2010- 2011 at the upcoming Annual General Meeting.  Please ensure that the ballot papers are received back to the MHYC office by 5pm on 2nd September, 2010.

Get Set Weekend and Skippers Briefing 2010

Final Chance to book - the important ‘Annual Get Set Weekend’ will commence this Friday 27th August at 7.00pm, with the Skippers Briefing, for all MHYC Skippers & Boat Owners.   The MHYC Sailing Handbook for 2010-11 will also be available and changes will be highlighted in the Sailing Program and Sailing Instructions. http://www.mhyc.com.au/club-sailing-handbook.cfm

The Annual YA & MHYC Special Regulations equipment compliance audits will take place on Saturday 28th and Sunday 29th August for all MHYC Yachts (racing & cruising) who intend to compete in a MHYC Series. Members are encouraged to make use of Fire Extinguisher Services (available Saturday and Sunday from 8.30am), PFD/Floats Services,  Chandlery Items plus additional services for Flare Disposal.

Click here for details - http://www.mhyc.com.au/sailing-specialregs.cfm

If you haven't already, please book your Special Regulations audit with the Sailing Office and indicate your attendance for the Skippers Briefing. Contact MHYC on 9969 1244.

A service fee will apply to audits requested outside of this weekend.  Yachts shall not be permitted to compete without a current audit certificate.

All boats shall have a life buoy in accordance to YASR 5.01, for Categories 5-7, will not require a light that only operates in upright position. 

Yachtworks, your online sailing store, have kindly offered a great deal for MHYC Members.

Yachtworks are offering all MHYC members the opportunity of a 10% discount off their already low prices for all orders over $50.00 placed before 30th September, 2010.  Free shipping within Australia, to your door.

Visit Yachtworks at www.yachtworks.com.au, select the items you need (if you cannot find an item that you require, contact 02 9311 7529).  When you reach the secure checkout page, key in "MHYC" on the promotional code box, and you will receive your discount.  Happy shopping!

Congratulations to our newest Race Officer

MHYC member, Ted Hamilton, has completed his certificate to become a Race Officer.   Ted will be assisting each week on the committee vessel. If you are interested in becoming a Race Officer or helping out on race days, please contact the Sailing Office. Congratulations Ted!
 

Annual Sailing Program Out Now - Enter Today

With only 1  week to go until the start of the season, now is the time to submit your entries. Competitors entering for next Wednesday, 1st September, race will be required to use the 2010/2011 Sailing Handbook.   Entries are now open for:

Gillawa Shield Series
Ocean Pointscore Series
Annual Inshore Series
Thursday Twilight Series
Friday Twilight Series
Wednesday Series
Feature Event Series

Click here for entry forms - http://www.mhyc.com.au/sailing-index.cfm

Sail Past - Saturday 4th September, 2010

The Sail Past will be occur on Saturday 4 September. Join in and “Come Dressed as your Boat Name” - for both crew and boat!  Meet off Wy-ar-gine Point by 11.15am to head back to the club to receive the Flag’s Salute - the final salute from our retiring Commodore, Martin Hill.

Opening Day - Sunday 5th September, 2010

The tradition continues with our 2010 Opening Day, arrive around 11am,to dress your boats, collect your pre-ordered catering from Seabreeze and get set for a day of fun and activity.

The official proceedings for the day will commence with the Commodore’s Welcome followed by a range of events to enjoy from 12.30pm. Face painting, opti racing and a range of games especially arranged for the kids as well as bright colourful boat parties or Father’s Day Lunch at Seabreeze overlooking the festivities.
 

Fathers Day - Sunday 5th September 2010 

Be part of Opening Day at the Club and celebrate Father’s Day with lunch at Seabreeze.  Book before 28 August to  receive a complimentary bottle of sparkling wine on Sunday 5th September 2010.

Call Seabreeze on 9699 1244 to make a reservation.
 

Leading Edge Series

Race 6 and the final race of the Leading Edge Series is this Saturday 28th August, 2010. MHYC Clubhouse Start and Finish with spinnaker and non-spinnaker divisions.

Click here for further details.
 

Tender Service Fees

Tender service fees are due 1 September 2010. The new 7 day service will commence on this date for all paid members. Please note that only Members who have paid will be able to use this service.   Read More 
 

Opti Teams Racing Training at MHYC

Last Sunday, 10 Optimists from NSW, including 2 of our own members of MHYC Opti Squad development, were involved in a team race training day conducted by NSW IODA. Tom Brewer, from NSW IODA, kicked off the training with the able assistance of 4 other coaches. This was the 1^st teams racing conducted by NSW IODA and involved the tactics and strategy required for the competitive environment of teams racing. The light wind made for challenging training conditions, however, all sailors received a comprehensive training day in the skills of team racing. A Team’s race day is being planned for early next year and MHYC aims to have a team represent our club at this event. Other regattas that the Opti Squad will be attending include, Spring Cup in Pittwater in October, ACT championships and the Opti Nationals in January. For more information on Junior sailing at MHYC, please click here or call into the club.

Farewell to Erika - our fabulous Functions Co-Ordinator

Erika Watkinson, Middle Harbour Yacht Club's Functions Co-Ordiantor, is sadly leaving us!  We will be having farewell drinks for Erika on Friday night, 3rd September, 2010, in the Harbourview Room from 6pm.  All welcome to come and say goodbye and good luck with her new endeavours - she will be missed.