Soundings May 2021

ISSUE No.12 | MAY 2021 ~ JUL 2021

SOUNDINGS T H E Q UA RT E R LY M AG A Z I N E o f S O U T H o f P E RT H YAC H T C LU B

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SOUTH OF PERTH YACH CLUB

Women's Keelboat Development Program

Our Vision is to provide a structured pathway suited to our Female sailors intending to develop their fundamental Keelboat sailing and racing skills as well as create an environment to build camaraderie and confidence .

This program is ideally suited to: Women from 16 years old upwards, with sailing knowledge and experience.

Completed both Learn to Sail 1 and 2 courses or equivalent experience preferable.

Those who want opportunities to progress their skills to compete in Keelboat races or regattas representing the Club.

Register at www. sopyc.com.au/womens-keelboat-development-program/ 2

SOUNDINGS | May 2021 ~ July 2021

ISSUE No.12 | May 21 ~ July 21

SOUNDINGS

T H E Q UA R T E R LY M A G A Z I N E o f S O U T H o f P E R T H YA C H T C L U B EVERY ISSUE Commodore’s Report.......................................................................................03 House Report ......................................................................................................... 04 Rear Commodore Regatta Report.......................................................05 Rear Commodore Centreboards Report...................................... 06 General Manager's Report ......................................................................... 07 Our New Members............................................................................................ 08 Membership Report.......................................................................................... 09 Training and Development Report...................................................... 10 Functions Report.................................................................................................. 19 Grand Sponsor Report.................................................................................... 42

SPECIAL FEATURES Learn to sail @SoPYC ..................................................................................... 12 Goolugatup Carnival Photo Gallery.................................................... 14

75th Anniversary Cocktail Party Photo Gallery....................... 16 75th Anniversary Reunion Photo Gallery......................................20

AROUND THE Club Division One Ramblings................................................................................. 22 Power Torque............................................................................................................ 24 Herreshoff Hill News........................................................................................30 SS22................................................................................................................................... 32 S27...................................................................................................................................... 33 Red Witch.....................................................................................................................34 Optimists...................................................................................................................... 36 Sailability....................................................................................................................... 37 Flying Fifteens......................................................................................................... 38 125s.................................................................................................................................... 39 Weddings and Events....................................................................................... 43 Grand Sponsor Directory..............................................................................44

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MANAGEMENT COMMITTEE 2020/2021 COMMODORE John Midolo VICE COMMODORE Michael Cook REAR COMMODORE REGATTA Stephen Grover REAR COMMODORE CENTREBOARD Troy Dalglish

Hon. Treasurer Bradley Abbott MANAGEMENT COMMITTEE Brian Cross Chair, Pens & Moorings Steve Leech Chair, Membership Alan Sharpe Chair, Training & Development Sandy Dunn Chair, Works Vikki Baldwin Chair, Functions Wayne Marshall Chair, Security & Safety Cally Browning Chair, Sponsorship PATRON Life Member & Past Commodore Colin Cowden VICE PATRONS Dean Nalder MLA Hon. George Gear, JP. Mayor, City of Melville Past Commodore Maurice Cooper Past Commodore Rupert Leslie Mr Len Randell NOONGAR ELDER IN RESIDENCE Marie Taylor

South of Perth Yacht Club Coffee Point Applecross WA 6153 32.00.13 S 115.50.73 E 08 9364 5844 management@sopyc.com.au www.sopyc.com.au Office hours: Monday – Friday 9am ~ 5pm General Manager David Harries Secretary Jen Davies Receptionist Maree Kosick Finance & Administration Manager Kirstie Beveridge Assistant Accountant Alex Vacca Accounts Payable Yen Yen Seow-Donald Digital Marketing, Publications & Sponsorship Officer Romina Schiavi Membership Coordinator Ashleigh Damore/Jen Davies Pens and Moorings Ashleigh Damore/Jen Davies Food & Beverage Manager Michael Ribaudo Sailing Administrator Scott Nunn Power Administrator Bernie Kaaks Head Coach Denis Jones Facilities Superintendant Kerry Culshaw Facilities Administrator Tina Schmehl On Water Group OTB Admin Assistant Caitlin Elks Head Bosun Robbie Wilson Soundings Magazine is the quarterly magazine of the South of Perth Yacht Club.

Published by: South of Perth Yacht Club Design and Layout: Cally Browning Printed by: Vanguard Press Copyright: All material appearing in “Soundings” is copyright. Reproduction in whole or in part is not permitted without written permission from the publisher.

Indemnity: Advertisers and Advertising Agents shall indemnify the Publisher against any claims or action arising out of the publication of any material supplied for publication. With the exception of statements made by authorised Officers, all other statements and opinions in this publication are those of contributors and advertisers. South of Perth Yacht Club, its Management Committee and members accept no responsibility for statements made by unauthorised persons.

Advertising and article submission deadline for the next issue of Soundings is November 30 , 2021.

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SOUNDINGS | May 2021 ~ July 2021

COMMODORE’S REPORT John Midolo Commodore

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ooking back over the past six months or so since writing my last article for Soundings, it may have been a long time between drinks but a lot has been happening. All of us here in the West have been lucky with the threat of COVID-19 not interfering in our calendar events too much.

As you read this, we will be nearing the end of our 75th year celebrations of the Club.

This all started with a perfect day for the opening of the 75th season. This rolled into the successful running of the Goolugatup Sailing Carnival with the major sponsor being The Ron Tough Foundation. With the sailing season well undeway we saw good fleets in all divisions.

After a couple of date shifts due to COVID restrictions, we finally saw the pinnacle event of the 75th take place on the 16th of April. And what a night it was! The weather was perfect, food and entertainment excellent and wow – the fireworks. They were something else. As you will be aware, the birthday year of our Club brought forth lots of questions about its history. This prompted the formation of the Archive Committee, which gathered loads of memorabilia to showcase for a reunion gathering in the Ballroom, a particularly well-attended event.

The Ocean Racing Committee lobbied ORWA to run an Ocean Race in recognition of the birthday year. This event ended with a night race around fixed marks starting at 17:30 off hallmark buoy with the fleet finishing at about 23:30.

After the race, the skippers and crews were treated to a sausage sizzle at FSC, hosted by SoPYC, which continued into the wee hours. Presentations were held at the Club the following Wednesday after the afternoon results had been finalised. Based on the feedback it was very successful and will possibly turn into an annual event.

Of course, there have been the usual events throughout the year: Valentine’s day, wine tasting and with the

upgraded Quarter Deck looking good and our Food and Beverage Manager Michael at the helm, this has been a huge success.

The power season started on a high note with the preseason cocktail party in the Ballroom, another resounding success. I bet there were a few sore heads the next day.

Unfortunately, the final race of the sailing season was cancelled as COVID-19 restrictions struck again. As a result, closing day was cancelled and the uncertainty of the virus even put Power Opening at risk. At one stage I thought about renaming the Club the South of Perth Sailing and Football Club, but the government saw sense and restricted the footy as well.

After a bit of toing and froing we made the decision to start the season as planned. We had an excellent Autumn day with a good turnout of time- triallers. At About 16:00 we heard news of another COVID-19 lockdown and the compulsory wearing of masks. But it didn't have much of an impact on the day, as a lot of members chose to stay put and eat and drink the night away.

There has been a buzz from the OWG office as as it collates the results and trophies of the season in readiness for the prize nights for both keel and centreboard (OTB) fleets.

These are always good events that wrap up the season.

In closing, it has been a busy period for management with the finalisation of the budget and awarding the contract for the kitchen renovations. We are still nowhere closer to resolving the Jetty 1 issue and decking to Jettys 4 and 5, but there is light at the end of the tunnel.

Thank you once again for your support.

Cheers,

JOHN MIDOLO Commodore

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Do you know these mothers and grandmothers?

Bernie Kaaks, Rick Steuart and Amanda Watson would like to thank Club members who have helped to uncover previously unseen gems.

This photo of the first SPYC Ladies Auxiliary is from the Frank Sampson Family Collection.

Frank Sampson was the first Commodore.

South Perth Yacht Club First Ladies Auxiliary 1946

If you can identify any of the women in this wonderful photograph from 1946, please contact the Archive Group via Bernie Kaaks’ email: poweradmin@sopyc.com.au

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HOUSE REPORT Michael Cook Vice Commodore

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hat a tricky few months we have had, with other states locked out of our lovely WA for not taking COVID seriously.

Then we too had a lockdown for not practicing what we preached and sadly missed out on the traditional Australia Day Sky Show. But never fear; Troy Daglish and Alan Sharpe put together the Coffee Point SUP Challenge and made it a fun family day on the Centreboard Lawn and out in the pond.

Although we missed the fireworks that night, we made up for it with an awesome fireworks display of our very own at the 75th Anniversary Cocktail Party.

This was a truly memorable evening for our Club. After being postponed from February till April due to COVID, the team involved in our 75th celebrations did a magnificent job.

The Friday night cocktail party was a huge night of fun, with amazing food and entertainment, while the Sunday afternoon reunion with afternoon tea was a lovely way for some of our more senior members to get together to reminisce about the past. The memorabilia display put together by the archive team was extra special and a great conversation starter. The archive team has also been contributing lots of interesting stories and photographs to our weekly newsletter.

Another great night at our Club was the Power Section Pre-Season Cocktail Party. The menu created by the Food and Beverage Team and Power Section included our own Clubproduced canapes, a spectacular grazing board and Nunzio's Pizza and with live music as entertainment, everyone had a wonderful night.

Live music is about to be trialled in the Quarterdeck on Friday nights after work to guage interest. Please let us know your thoughts.

As we head into the cooler months and begin our kitchen renovations, we will again be moving into the Ballroom for cosy winter dining. Those who experienced this last year will agree it was a nice change. The F&B team will be doing its best to ensure that the transition is a smooth one.

Regarding the menu, many members have asked to include some more simple foods at reasonable prices for those who just want to share a snack and a drink. Something like a return to the Bar Bites options. Other popular requests include the BLT, a Pizza of the Day and the Salt and Pepper Squid. I have taken these requests to our F&B Manager as he finalises the winter menu.

Speaking of food, I would like to mention what a great effort the Goolugatup team did to feed the many volunteers and sailors involved in the week-long regatta back in January.

Well done to Stephen Grover and his team of helpers. We used M&Ms as a part-time start boat for a few days and I can definitely say we didn’t go hungry or thirsty.

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Coming up soon is our Mess Night, a combined event with Fremantle Sailing Club. I’m really looking forward to this as our guest speaker is Dr Helga Weaving. Dr Weaving supports many offshore yacht races and was sadly present in the tragic race which cost the lives of Rob Thomas and Paul Owens sailing on Finistere. Don’t forget Mess Night is now open to women too. So come along for a night of fun and tradition, and don’t forget to bring some gold coins for the numerous fines that may be issued.

One of my favourite past events was the hilarious Faulty Towers night. Due to popular demand, it’s back on the calendar for late August, assuming we don’t get cut off from the rest of the country again.

The Ladies Lunch is still motoring along but following some feedback from the group, our F&B Manager is revamping the menu to better meet their needs. There have been some good suggestions and well-received speakers which means it will continue to be a popular event for members and non-members alike.

Chase the Ace is still a Club favourite on Thursday nights and it is good to see a few more sailors and social members getting down to mingle with the regular Power-heavy crowd.

We thank our sponsors for their continued support of what is a great social night and a fun way to start the weekend early and perhaps even win a few dollars.

Finally, I know I’ve mentioned it before, but we continue to have to remind some members of dress requirements.

Please, before you come down to the Club, think for a minute about what you’re going to wear. Thongs will not be tolerated and please remember to remove your hats. If you have guests with you, it is up to you as the member to ensure they understand the dress requirements.

And when results are announced on Wednesday, Saturday and Sunday afternoons just remember they don’t go for long, so please respect those who have gone out and competed on the water. In an ideal world and with that extra million we don’t have right now, I'd love to action the project discussed by members for years to extend the concrete pad from the Wardroom over the Quarterdeck to create an amazing new space. We could then keep downstairs for eating and drinking and do the results upstairs. Until then, be respectful of results; we are, after all, a Yacht Club.

So, until next time, keep remembering.

It’s not what the Club can do for you, it’s what you can do for the Club.

Michael Cook Vice Commodore

REGATTA REPORT Stephen Grover

Rear Commodore Regatta

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ervice to SoPYC can come in many forms, by people of all shapes, sizes and backgrounds. That is one of the strengths of our Club and, indeed, our sport. Recently, the Club officially recognised the contributions of Janis Kukuls and Geoff Sneesby in their many roles, in particular as starters for afternoon and twilight races over many years.

Geoff has also been a long-term competitor in the H28 fleet (Nerima) and sat on many a protest panel over the years.

Given their length of voluntary service to the Club over an extended period of time it is only fitting that they are now able to take a rest and enjoy the view from under the start box, not inside it!

Sincere thanks to both gentlemen on behalf of the sailing group and from South of Perth Yacht Club in general for their overall contribution to the fabric of the Club.

In handing out acknowledgements of outstanding service it would be remiss of me not to mention the 25 year contribution of Cliff Lawrence (pseudo Sailing Captain) on the board of the Ron Tough Yachting Foundation.

This foundation has a huge influence on Youth Sailing in and around the WA sailing scene and having a strong representative like Cliff has been more than helpful to SoPYC over the journey. The fact that the Goolugatup Sailing Carnival was able to garner such a large portion of the sponsorship dollars required to run the event was due in no small part to his contribution. Thank you Cliff!

The mention of Geoff Sneesby's time on the protest committee reminds me to encourage sailing participants to hone their knowledge of the sailing rules (although I hear from Power Boat sources that they have similar issues!). I do this not to commence a string of petty disputes or bring on wasted “Time in the Room” but to encourage owners and crew alike to gain a better “feel” for the sport of sailing. The basics are exactly that, basic, but without them unnecessary incidents can develop. The Club has regular rules nights featuring guest speakers. Look them up on the Club’s website; your added knowledge will enhance your sailing (and Powering) experience.

Unfortunately, the summer season was hampered by COVID restrictions, making closing day a non-event and forcing the cancellation of the Anzac Day ceremony and Diggers Cup at RPYC. Looking back over the year, our 75th as a Club and 60th at our Coffee Point site, a number of additional events have been conducted.

The Goolugatup Sailing Carnival (GSC) was completed in January over 10 days with more than 200 competitors from all over Australia and some from overseas in the field.

We even included an afternoon Keelboat race (sponsored by Jane Brook Wines, of course!)

SoPYC co-hosted the race with the Royal Perth Yacht Club and it was deemed a resounding success by those who came

together on the day.

Representatives from the Ron Tough Yachting Foundation, our naming rights sponsor, declared the 10-day GSC “A” Class in all respects.

Well done all concerned.

The annual Billy Run (11 contestants), Night Race (14 contestants) and the Time on Distance Race were all quality ocean racing tests co-ordinated by Betty Walsh and her team.

I am sad to report that Betty will be stepping down from her position as Ocean Racing representative to pursue other interests. Thanks 'Betty Boo' for your fantastic contribution.

The DF 95 fleet continues to grow in number and quality.

A list of the guys who form the fleet reads like a Who's Who of the yachting history of SoPYC racing and administrative fraternity over the years.

Our Sailability Group forms a valuable and necessary link with those less able amongst us and it is great to see the completion of a MOU between the Club and Sailability (SoPYC).

Thanks must go to John Hassen and Bradley Abbott for their patience and persistence in putting this document together.

On a slightly sour note, the Club organising authority for the Australian Youth Match Racing Championships has taken the decision to postpone the running of the event until 2022. This has been done with the imprimatur of Australian Sailing which understands our issues with COVID and border closures. Our own research has shown there is a reluctance from those on the eastern seaboard to commit to events in WA, given the fluidity of the likelihood of lockdown. The decision is, of course, disappointing but sometimes, “You can't fight city hall!”.

Finally, congratulations to all the winners and placegetters in the Summer Series of sailing with presentations for Off The Beach on May 28 and Keelboats on May 30. I'm sure they will both be enjoyable events.

Stephen Grover Rear Commodore Regatta

STOP PRESS: Word is circulating about re-establishment of a wellsupported style of racing from over 20 years ago.

Not much detail at this stage but I won't keep you in the dark much longer!

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CENTREBOARDS REPORT Troy Dalglish

Rear Commodore Centreboards

Murray Duthie, Opti Nationals

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nother Off the Beach Summer Season has come to an end, albeit prematurely. Lockdowns and weather interrupted a few of the sailing days. Towards the end of the season praying for wind became a weekly ritual. Paddles and tow ropes were required just to get onto the course. However, in true Perth weather patterns the winds picked up just in time to get the racing underway.

The Centerboard toilets were closed before the start of the season for a full refurbishment and reopened in late November 2020. Many will agree that it has been a remarkable improvement of the facility and from all reports the refurbishment has been well received by the Centerboard Community.

With COVID still lurking around and travel still off the cards for many sailors, International and National Regattas have had to be postponed or cancelled.

Many of the postponed and current State Championship Regattas were able to be held throughout this season, with several members flying the Flag for the club and doing us all proud.

The 125’s managed to make up for a missed 2020 State Championship and were also able to hold their 2021 State Championship. Over the Christmas/New Year period EBYC hosted the first of the 125 States with Ryan Sherburn and Kimberly Lanter taking out the Championship. SoPYC hosted the 2021, 125 States over the Easter Long Weekend. The wind was not so favourable on the Saturday, but it certainly made up for itself on the Sunday morning. Ryan Sherburn and Jack Preston on Wat Eva won the Championship with Blue Blitz, Ferri Lanter and Tessa Canci coming runners up and taking out the State Consistency Championship. Georgette Keating and Calyn Reid on Going Gonzo won the Female Championship.

The FF15’s held their State Championships over the Easter

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SOUNDINGS | May 2021 ~ July 2021

125 State Championships. SoPYC

Long weekend up in Geraldton. Nick Jerwood and Brad Sheridan won the championship and runners up going to Greg Tonnison and Mike Dunbar.

In early January the inaugural SoPYC Goolugatup Sailing Carnival was held over two weeks, with many of our Off The Beach fleets competing.

During the GSC the 29er’s and Optimists ran their respective State Championships. Annabelle Jones and Jenna Everette were the State Female Champions in the 29er’s and Aaron Teo winning the Optimist State Title.

Recently One member, Murray Duthie, was lucky enough to go to Adelaide for the 2021 Optimist Nationals. There was a total of 115 Optimists and 68 in the Open fleet.

Murray sailed in the Open fleet and came 23rd overall, he won the best 11 year and under. We are proud of Murray’s achievements and I am sure his parents are proud too.

You may have noticed that The Clubs Centerboard Galley ‘Port of Call’ has had a few changes since the Goolugatup Sailing Carnival. With increased hours, a revamped menu

offering some healthier choices, along with your old favorites and weekly specials, it is proving quite popular with young and old alike. A reminder that the Galley is open on all Sundays during the Summer Season and on the scheduled Winter Series Sundays. It is open to all Members. Cash, Credit Card and FOB keys accepted!

The Season Presentation Night is scheduled for Friday the 28th of May 2021, with planning well under way by the time this article goes to print. A more casual family friendly event has been planned, and we hope that many of you will attend.

Congratulations to all the winners and a big Thank You from me to all those members that have competed, assisted, volunteered, and taught me a lot about sailing throughout the 20/21 Summer Centreboard Season.

As the immediate past Rear Commodore Carl Petterson would say, signing off from Below the HighTide Line.

Troy Dalglish Rear Commodore Centreboards

GENERAL MANAGER Environmental News, Maintenance and Safety

David Harries General Manager

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great deal of work has been going on behind the scenes in recent months in addition to the Club’s usual activities. Committees have been working on the Strategic Plan and reviewing the Rules and Bylaws which require amendments and updates. A Special General Meeting is proposed in July to bring the changes to members for adoption.

More information will be circulated before the meeting. Updating policies and converting pre 2019 Bylaws into policies is continuing. A review of our communications software requirements is underway. And, finally, the commencement of the Quarterdeck kitchen extension on 8th June 2021.

Members dining will move back into the Ballroom over winter in response to its popularity during the last year’s pandemic restrictions. There are some Club functions, including the combined SoPYC - Fremantle Sailing Club Mess Night and the Kindred Clubs’ evening in July which will result in dining moving up to the Ward Room.

Safe WA

It's necessary for members to continue signing into the club via the Safe WA App or manual recording sheets when in the clubhouse and attending meetings.

QR codes and manual forms are placed in meeting rooms and club entries.

Unfortunately, Green Batch, who SoPYC and partner Rotary Club of Melville engaged for the Container Deposit Scheme (CDS) and recycling activities has gone into receivership.

We are looking at alternative outlets and suppliers. In the meantime, please continue using the purple bins located around the premises. Another contractor is filling the gap until we source another CDS supplier and recycling waste generated by members and contractors.

A maintenance email has been established so members can report maintenance issues directly to the facilities team. Attaching a photo with the email will be of great benefit to the team. Please add maintenance@ sopyc.com.au to your contacts. There are also red and white stickers placed at strategic locations around the club to assist members communicate maintenance matters to staff. All maintenance notifications are logged in our asset and maintenance data base and allocated a job number.

Also, a reminder from the Pens and Moorings Chairman about the annual tagging of shore power and other extension cords having to be tagged by the end of June.

Australian Sports Foundation St Ayles Skiff Project

The tax deductable donations scheme has been registered with the Australian Sports Foundation. With the end of the financial year approaching, members can donate to the project to construct two St Ayles Skiffs and receive a tax deduction this year. Details can be found at sportsfoundation.org.au. To access the site, click on Donate, then Clubs, Organisations and explore Projects. As the commodore suggested,

“the next bit is more difficult - open your wallet and donate, you will feel better afterwards.”

Annual Subscription and Pen Fees At about the same time as Soundings hits your letter box, there will be communications from the Club about the 2021-2022 Subscriptions and Pen Fees. The Half Yearly Meeting was adjourned due to COVID restrictions and held on 12th May. Subscriptions and Pen Fees were adopted unanimously by the members present at the meeting.

We will be requesting that changes to members’ contact details be updated through the Members Portal. We will be calling for other information updates through a specific email. Members will be asked to opt in for the frequency they wish to be charged for vouchers - annually or quarterly - noting that unspent quarterly vouchers expire each quarter and annual voucher charges expire on 30 June.

Boat owners will be asked to provide insurance and registration renewal dates as many members have changed boats and insurance providers since last year. Members will receive renewal reminders about insurance and rego as the dates supplied are flagged in the database. Provision of insurance and registration information to SoPYC is mandatory irrespective of type or size of vessel owned.

75th Anniversary Commemorative Pins

Commemorative pins recognising our 75th Anniversary are available.

Members attending the 75th Anniversary celebration evening received pins on arrival at the function. For those members who have not received pins, they will be distributed with membership cards and windscreen stickers.

Staff Changes

There have been a number of changes to staff. In finance, Kirstie Beveridge (Finance & Administration Manager) and Alex Vacca (Assistant Accountant) are holding the seats of Lauren and Ciara who are on maternity leave.

Ashleigh Damore has taken on Pens & Moorings support and is sharing the Membership role with Jen Davies who is also Club Secretary. Christina Heydon is supporting the On Water Group while recruiting an administration assistant/ OTB administrator.

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OUR MEMBERS WELCOME TO ALL OUR NEW MEMBERS WHO HAVE JOINED THE CLUB FROM JANUARY ~ APRIL 2021 ORDINARY

Simon Christie Damian Connelly Nathan James Gavin Kennedy Matthew Rummer Brenton Sherston Richard Stacey Berend Harmse Deanne Hewitt Phillip Moeller Geoffrey Peach Peter Broadbent Karlia Rivers Paul Cutiar Julian Gould Alexander Murphy Murray Tegart

ASSOCIATE

Adam Garnaut

FAMILY

Mark Connor Rachel Connelly Nader El Sayed Cameron Griffiths Michael Kennedy Ryan Marshall Evan Spencer Philip McDonald Brian Boswell Paul Covolato Robert Murphy Rebecca Parnaby

Aleksandra Rogers Paul Staite Stefan Cecconi Kirsty Lane Robert Mellor Kyle Putland Oscar Sorci Wez Stammers Brendan Williams

FAMILY ASSOCIATE

Julia Ray Johannes Burr-Dixon Denim Connor Harper Connor Raef Connor Seth Connor Vicki-Lee Connor Amalia El Sayed Melanie El Sayed Orsen El Sayed Karen Grieve Amanda Griffiths Eleanor Griffiths Rebecca Griffiths Ava Marshall Kade Marshall Nicole Marshall Sienna Marshall Michele Spencer Tatem Spencer Emily McDonald Elias McDonald Leah McDonald Naomi McDonald

Zara McDonald Marion Boswell Ruth Covolato Viana Murphy Harrison Parnaby Imogen Parnaby Paul Parnaby Russell Rogers Curtis Rogers Ellie Rogers Domenic Cecconi Isabella Cecconi Kristina Cecconi Gareth Lane Grayson Putland Keira Putland Ginetta Sorci Taniya Stammers Luke Williams Rachel Williams Ruby Williams

SOCIAL

Mary Deschamp Kym Hawkins Stewart Herman Glenda King Bita Chrehjoo David Girdler Adremi Adebayo Sandon Block Merilyn Collins Deborah Cottrill James Cottrill Wayne Hoobin Joshua Mylne

CREW

Tania Benwell Lloyd Cartwright Deborah Conroy Simon Harrington Bonita Vaughan Debora Viskovich Mark Dowling Hamish Thomas Stuart Burvill William Langford Keith Morris

GRAND SPONSOR ASSOCIATE

Paulette Sorgiovanni Remi Newman

JUNIOR

Lailah Beck Ameesha Brien Abby Dane Benj De Luca Jake Harding Amelie O'Brien Iggy Davies Carter Pratt Luka Pratt Amy Spicer Liam Muller Asher Williams

Rest in Peace

to our Members who have recently passed Past Commodore Anthony Coddington John Neville John Doick Daniel Wyatt Wiliam (Bill) Waldby

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SOUNDINGS | May 2021 ~ July 2021

MEMBERSHIP REPORT

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he last few months have been challenging to say the least for Membership. COVID restrictions have resulted in limited opportunities to celebrate at the Club but we did get a window allowing us to conduct an enormously successful new members cocktail party which welcomed over 150 new members and invited guests.

We have continued to conduct regular inductions with a healthy number of inductees on each occasion. This has been a breeze with the help of my committed committee Julie and Tony Walther, Sonia Johnson, Brenda Duthie, John Spanos, Bruce Uren and John Meldrum.

The Power Section has just held an entertaining open day with a healthy number of boats doing the sail past and time trial. It was evident that the regular players were in attendance, but I did not see any of the new members participate. It is important to keep your boat operational and clear of growth, and what better way than to come out for the day and play. We have plenty of members happy to show you the ropes!

An important focus for new members is to participate in

Club events and volunteer their time on water or around the Club. Just ask and we will put you in contact with the section of interest. Try sailing for the first time – we have training sessions and there are always boats looking for crew.

Steve Leech, Chair, Membership

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TRAINING + DEVELOPMENT REPORT

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ince July 2020 Expressions of Interest tags have been progressively added to the SoPYC website for a range of Sailing Courses we offer. Suprisingly the greatest level of interest comes from adults representing 44% of the total with the next biggest interest being junior sailing with 28% Figure 1 2 (2.56%) 3 (3.85%)

85% of these enquiries are from the general public with 15% from members. This shows a tremendous potential to grow the sport of sailing.

To most members our range of sailing options to develop and learn from are confusing and appear haphazard.

Training Pathways have been developed to guide people through their learning journey.

The training pathways are not compulsory and you can sail any boat you choose. Please remember that if you choose to sail a boat not listed in our pathways we will not be able to give you the same level of support due to a lack of expertise (every class has particular characteristics) and a lack of numbers.

For our training programs we use Structured Learning Methodology (SLM) with continual improvement at the core.

What was done yesterday is not good enough. We will DO, REFLECT SHARE IDEAS, PLAN ACTIONS and continue to DO better. (See figure 2, DRIP Learning Spiral)

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IDEAS

Windsurfing

Adult Pathway Options from Initial BW8 Course Club • State • National • World • Corinthian Club Sailing

SoPYC Keelboat Crewing

Keelboat • Club • Match Racing • Offshore

Regatta/Event Sailing

SoPYC S80 Training

Boat Rental Sailing

Club Opportunities • Support • Social

SoPYC Division Sailing

Powerboating Cruising

SoPYC Class Sailing

Confident and Ready SUP Further BW8 Training (Regular meetups) Level 2 course Meet other sailors

Spinnakers

Laser Advanced Training

Other On Water Training

Wingsail RS Quest Dinghy Training

Hobie Wave Basic Training Another Course

Options

Keelboat Course BW8

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Windsurf

Wing/Wind Foil Kite (Foil)

Junior Pathways

SoPYC Pathway Development

Traditionally as a club we have focussed most of our Training & Development on Juniors with the expectation that they will eventually become adult sailors. Now with more adults showing an interest in learning to sail we have broadened our training to support this change in demand.

In the last 12 months we have added an advanced course for keelboat trainees in BW8’s & S80’s, courses for Windsurfer/

Wingsurfer, Wing/Wind Foilers, Kite Foilers and StandUp Paddle Boards to cater to adults interested in sailing.

If you have any questions about Training & Development please contact headcoach@sopyc.com.au Alan Sharpe Training & Development

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HEAD COACH REPORT

~ Denis Jones, Head Coach

Learn to Sail @ SoPYC

See website for details and updates – sopyc.com.au/learn-to-sail/ KEELBOATS

At SoPYC we run sailing programs that include Courses as part of an overall pathway to develop skills in a social and fun way and make your experience with the Club both rewarding and long-term.

KEELBOAT LEARN TO SAIL

Our entry level course is the Adult Keelboat Course which runs on our BW8 yachts to provide an exciting and safe experience, with 4 participants plus an onboard instructor on each boat. All of the boat equipment, life jackets, and sailing gloves will be provided.

KEELBOAT LEVEL 2 COURSE

The Level 2 course allows participants to get more hands-on experience to practice what they learnt in the Learn to Sail course, and forms part of our overall development program aimed at confidence and retention.

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YOUTH DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM

The Youth Keelboat Development Program provides a structured pathway suited to our youth sailors intending to develop their fundamental keelboat sailing and racing skills as a platform to participate in interclub and professional match racing or other keelboat events.

WOMEN’S DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM

The Women’s Keelboat Development Program provides a structured pathway suited to our Female sailors intending to develop their fundamental keelboat sailing and racing skills as well as create an environment to build support and confidence within the sailing environment.

Stage two focuses on specialising skills in suited roles as well as developing higher level racing skills and be ready to represent the club in racing opportunities.

Learn to Sail @ SoPYC Contact our Head Coach, headcoach@sopyc.com.au, and Training Coordinator, training@sopyc.com.au, with any questions about the Courses and getting involved.

The Learn to Sail program at South of Perth Sailing Club focuses on creating opportunities to encourage active learning for young sailors and develop broad skills and confidence. We use a Structured Learning Methodology (SLM) which keeps sailors engaged and wanting to learn and progress their skills. Typically sailors start at 8 years old and we want to develop their skills for the next 10 years.

Some may start earlier and some later but we try to have sailors go through the program with similar age groups as the friendships and comradery is a major key to their long term enjoyment.

TRY SAIL COURSE

The Try Sail Course is our first course for children aged 7-10. The course aims to deliver a fun on-water experience for kids to try the sport of sailing at an affordable entry price. The course is run by Australian Sailing accredited instructors and incorporates games, adventures and group training drills to develop fundamental skills in a safe environment. There isn’t a court or an oval like other sports, instead you have the beautiful Swan River to explore.

Try Sail is run over four 3 hour sessions. The course runs throughout summer with an intake on the first Saturday of each month and additional courses during school holidays.

LEARN TO SAIL

Optimist Green Fleet The Optimist Green Fleet is a twice a week club training program following on from the Try Sail program. The consistent weekly training is designed to up-skill the juniors with their friends so they can progress together. They are trained in the Club owned Ozi Optis by Australian Sailing qualified instructors.

Learn to Race – Silver Fleet, typically for 1 year Learn to Compete – Gold Fleet, typically for 2 years With additional Cross Training in Open Skiffs, Windsurfing, Laser 4.7, 29er XS and Wing Foiling the sailors are very ready to tackle the Youth and Adult Pathways.

WINDSURFING

Windsurfing is offered at two levels for members and nonmembers as a beginner course and Intermediate. Advanced course is coming.

The Windsurfing Beginner course is designed to teach essential fundamental skills, safety and good technique.

The Intermediate Level 2 Course, typically runs longer and builds upon the skills.

Get Ready for water starts, using a harness, carve gybing and being able to race in a Bic Techno or Windsurfer LT or get ready for a Foil Windsurfing.

WINGSAILING AND WINGFOILING

Wingfoiling is the fastest growing water sport in the world and one of the cheapest and easiest ways to get into the next exciting phase of sailing as recently demonstrated in the America’s Cup AC75s.

In collaboration with Australian Sailing and many wingfoiling pioneers, we have developed a training syllabus to safely and progressively get people winging and foiling quickly.

Courses are currently being run for Youth and Adults and sell out quickly.

Session Times

• Tuesday (after school in summer, 4pm - 6pm) • Sunday (morning in summer and afternoon in winter) Sailors generally train in the Green Fleet for one or two 5-week blocks and if feeling competent can advance to Bronze Fleet, which caters to the transitioning sailors. There is no rush to advance, they graduate when ready.

Sailors then progress to the:

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GOOLUGATUP SAILING CARNIVAL The Goolugatup Sailing Carnival (GSC), conducted in January 2021, was a 10 day showcase of all aspects of South of Perth Yacht Club, not only the sailing side of things.

It was a joyous demonstration, as can be seen in the photos enclosed, of on and off water activities with a respectful acknowledgement of our connection with indigenous history around the Coffee Point/Goolugatup area.

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LADIES’ LUNCH

FUNCTIONS REPORT

November 10th

November’s Ladies’ Lunch featured special guest Forensic Psychologist Dr. Bob Mead. Each year he excels in his talks and this year was no exception. “Catching a cold case killer, the role of genealogy in solving a 32-year mystery”, kept us guessing right until the end. We look forward to hearing from Dr. Mead again this year.

December 8th

The Christmas luncheon was a great success, with resident musician Rob West on guitar. The ladies eventually found the dance floor and a lot of fun was had by all. The Christmas lunch was excellent, and we hope to create a new theme this year.

March 9th

We have had a trying time with lockdown this year but we managed to hold our March luncheon, featuring author and innovative speaker Moira Yeldon. Her book “Chasing Marigolds” is an inspirational journey of healing and wisdom, fun and food, blended with the sensuality and vibrancy of India. We certainly had a laugh as she shared some candid thoughts in a witty manner and inspired those who are yet to venture abroad to India.

April 13th

Ramona O’Neil is an inspirational presenter and speaker.

Her presentation entitled “How to find yourself again” covered the trilogy of health – “the mind, the body and the spirit”. It was well presented and covered Ramona’s own battle with health and her journey to find inspiration and a cure for her own health problems. ~ Chris Nyeholt

Wow!!! What a party!! And what a weekend!!

Hundreds of members and guests joined in celebrating the Club’s 75th birthday April 16th and 18th. From fireworks, and food trucks to cupcakes and reconnections, members came together to toast our Clubs’ achievements and successes and remember the good old days too.

The Cocktail party was a screaming success with everyone getting into the ‘mood’ with a birthday spritz.

The band made the place really start to pop and was only interrupted by the pop and bang of the fireworks display.

Amid the oohs and ah’s the display lit up the Perth skyline and the water line too.

Special guest Colin Cowden was asked to cut the birthday cake while Club members and guests joined voices to sing happy birthday ‘to us’.

And on Sunday the ART (Archival Research Team) hosted the Members Reunion Afternoon tea where many past and current members had a chance to get together and have a good old ‘chin wag’. Stories were told and lots of memories were shared - the Clubs’ archives also grew. The ART team are still looking for material as their task is not yet complete – so if you have some precious memorabilia from the Club’s history you want to share, please, make contact. We will be producing a coffee table book tracing the history of the Club and featuring some of the incredible stories the team have discovered. It will be available for members later this year, so watch this space.

But the party’s not over yet! We have a few more activities planned this year.

With the closing of the lower kitchen area about to happen and the onslaught of winter – dining will move into the Ballroom again this year. From early June through to the end of July renovations to lower kitchen will get underway.

The plan is to expand the service and cooking areas, so by Spring we will have a brand-new look kitchen. in light of these changes, we are excited to announce that the Winter Garden dining experience will commence June 5 so make a booking and get ready to ‘get cosy’.

Joining us on July 16th for Mess Night will be members from the Fremantle Sailing Club. Bookings are open so if you want to be part of this entertaining, and fun night.

Mess Nights have been a tradition in this Club for a long time and if you haven’t attended one before, I challenge you to do so - It will redefine your understanding of the word ‘tradition’ and you’ll have a lot of fun. Oh and women are allowed to attend too... So don’t be shy - contact reception.

August sees two major member activities - The 75th Anniversary Ball - August 7 and, by popular demand, the Club is hosting Fawlty Towers – the stage show (with dinner) August 28th. Numbers are limited so again, please book early.

That’s it for now. Until next time: divertirse! (have fun) Vikki Baldwin Chair, Functions

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Back to

the Ya cht Club

~Reu

Sunday March 21st, 2021

nion ~

It’s not an afternoon tea” muttered Amanda Watson as we slaved to get the room right.

“It’s a reunion for the older members and a chance for them to have a peaceful environment that allows them to stop, sit down and have a chat while having a cup of tea”.

Well we got that wrong didn’t we?

On a warm and sunny Sunday afternoon over 200 guests packed the ballroom and the bar went off, right from the first guests arrival.

The guests were greeted by Maree Kosick, the clubs receptionist who had offered to look after the reception table in the foyer and she was assisted by members Maria Cook and Denise Weaver and in welcoming the guests.

The bar opened up and was doing a steady trade with coffee and tea available from a side buffet.

The Commodore John Midolo addressed the guests briefly and M/C Bernie Kaaks continued the welcome noting that we had people coming from as far afield as Geraldton, Albany and Denmark with the closer country regions well represented.

The afternoon tea was offered from a buffet served by the staff and it was very well patronised in both the savoury and sweet sections.

But the real show was on the tables and in the panels on display. Priceless pins, trophies, irreplaceable badges and pennants. They were all there and dozens of photographs of times past.

All worth their while examining and the tables were the centre of attention right from the start. Amanda had managed to find PC Merton Gray’s jacket and cap and with the addition of H28 sailor Gordon Jones’ cravat, the tailors dummy looked pretty good.

Though nobody was prepared to buy the past commodore a beer.

Four big television screens held back from the 75th Anniversary Cocktail party were showing changing displays from different times and video’s that covered all aspects of the clubs past.

Amongst those gathered were the Howell, Spargo, Sampson and

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The 75th Anniversary Reunion

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Tracy Leveridge-Smith, John Wilson and John Holder

Margaret Cooper, Peta Popham and Maurice Cooper

Chris & Sue Blake, Debbie & Nick Zinni

Wilson families, Lorraine Ellard, Ron Greer,Terry Ings, Gill Cuss (nee Metcher) John Holder, Peta and David Locke, Lee Holst, Cherry Calcott, Betty Walsh (nee Granger), Colin and Judy Cowden, Edrick and Theresa Delfos from Geraldton, Madeleine Rennie and Len Randell, Stephen and Merril Grover, Syd. and Susanne Meyerink . Former long time staff members Lee Ayles and Margaret Howson joined the party to sit and reminisce with members.

The afternoon simply didn’t want to go away as numerous sailors began to return from the water and joined the party with the bar continuing to heave well into the early evening and it was only the threat of the centreboard results in the members bar that managed to drag the remaining crowd

John Smith and Garry Morrison

Ian Blanckensee, Wayne Marshall and Greg Andrews

Wendy Baker, Carol Spargo and Sally Harvey

into Yachties Bar for results.

Many thanks to M/C Bernie Kaaks, fellow archivist Rick Steuart and Amanda Watson who had done a great job in research and archival work as well as setting up the display. Thanks also to Garry Morrison for his general help and advice.

The Archive Retrieval Team would also like to thank Michael Ribaudo, the F&B manager and the staff of the Club for their care and attention on the day.

Please remember that we are always looking for photos, pins, badges, old trophies, in fact anything that can help us with our research in the past of the club. Please contact Maree at the club on 9364 5844 at reception during normal business hours.

Geoff & Dulcie Sneesby

Marion Jordans, Michelle Smallwood, Barbara, Troy and Frank Daglish, Allan Michael

Margaret Howson & Lee Ayles Bernie Kaaks & Natalie Carter

Sharon Horne, Kevin Howson, Steve Wall & Mavis Dobson

Mia Powell, Ian Powell, Ken Davies, Denise Powell & Margaret Davies

Peta & David Locke

Jenny Christopher, Anne Edgar and Lee Holst

Kris Metcher & Gill Cuss (nee Metcher)

Gary and Chris Wood

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DIVISION ONE RAMBLINGS

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What a year! COVID lockdowns, the Goolugatup Sailing Carnival, 125, 29er, Optimist and Viper State Championships, and the 75th Anniversary of our Club!

The COVID fallout has seen numerous World and National Championships cancelled, our own Autumn mid-week series a nonevent, and in the future, our Club has cancelled/delayed the Australian Youth Championships until sometime next year.

Suddenly, another lockdown, and Sailing Closing Day passed with barely a whimper... All of the Commodores’ Trophy races were cancelled... over at RPYC their Governors’ Cup was cancelled as well.

Never mind, we have the brilliant Canning Bridge IGA Frostbite races which started last week, and lets’ hope we have lots of varied wind conditions throughout the winter to satisfy everyone’s appetite for close racing.

Just completed the other week: our summer Wednesday Consistency races were a very close series, with honours going to “Slippery When Wet”, with “The Avenue” in second and “Wicked” in third. There were just 5 points separating these three yachts.

A big pat on the back to our handicapper, Richard Evans for keeping us so close together: some races had the first three yachts finishing within one minute. In fact, in one Wednesday race, less than 2 minutes on corrected time separated the first 7 yachts! PHS handicaps like that make it a great race for the flyers like “MaxStar” and “Slippery When Wet”, and give the old-timers like “Eun Na Mara” an even chance as well. I believe that Richard uses his computer program to get these results and also

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ultra-fine tunes with a little tweak here and there!

On average our Saturday race fleet has been around 6 to 7, and our Wednesday race fleet is up to 13. Apart from the expected “starboard” and “give me water” calls, the friendship and good natured competition has been a hallmark with our Division One/A fleet this season.

It was great to see “Sagacious IV” finally complete her rebuild and re-tuning to snatch a well deserved First and Fastest in the final Saturday Summer race, as it was to see the youngster Len Randall (at 96 years of young) steer “The Avenue” (with her new sails) to numerous victories throughout the season. “The Avenue” has a new owner in Joe Rapanaro, who is being trained by Len in the art of Swan River sailing.

Speaking of new sails, “Eun Na Mara” has finally tossed out the black carbon sails and now dons a new set of cruising laminate sails, and what a difference!

“Arajilla” suffered a significant accident in a Saturday race (16th January) when hit by a smaller yacht, and then later, a power boat completed the damage. (When you’re hot, you’re hot, when you’re not, you’re not) “Sagacious IV” has been in the wars over this past season, and has missed out on a couple of big ocean races due to an engine issue and also breaking the mast fulcrum mechanism during a mast drop/raise, which need major re-rigging and welding.

“Dart 4” has a love affair with “Eun Na Mara”, and unluckily lost a rear pushpit in another close encounter with ENM’s bowsprit: ENM is not a yacht to tangle with, as she is very hard to crash tack, with 11 tonnes of

wood and a long keel.

“MaxStar” is our fleet flyer (normally) and can be relied on to lead the way.

Glenn Thomas has purchased a Mumm 30 called “Problem Child” and when she settles down will be another flyer to challenge “MaxStar” and “Slippery When Wet” and the other BW36s. Glenn really DOES have a ‘Problem Child’ on his hands and has spent many weeks on the hardstand having the keel removed and keel bolts renewed or straightened; we hope PC rejoins us in the water very soon.

Speaking of BW36s (“Foundos”) we have another sub-set of terrific yachts, all very competitive, setting the pace in the lead of our Division. “R2D2” has had a new keel fitted after donating her old one to “Sky Walker”, and “Slippery When Wet” is always right up front.

“Spritzig 2” (the mother ship): a regular performer with a bundle of crew that thoroughly enjoy the après-sail in the cockpit while safely moored. Lots of cheese and bickies, and the odd drop ?

K-Factor, another addition to our fleet, promises to be quite competitive with PC Mark Nicholas at the helm.

Welcome Mark and crew! We also welcome Chris Higham’s “Numbers Game” into Division One, moving up from Division 2. While on the subject of moving divisions, check out the Club webpages and read up on the new policy on ‘Division Allocation’. It may clear up queries, and may encourage other yachts to move between Divisions.

Another small change is the trial of a new sign-on with Memberpoint during this winter season, to replace the Top Yacht app that we have been using. Most Sailing Clubs will run the same app, and apparently this new sign-on app will allow sailing administrators to download more useful data.

Don’t forget that the Keelboat Awards afternoon will be held on Sunday 30th May, after Race 3 of the Frostbite series.

Our Div 1 chairman Cliff Lawrence has called a meeting for June 24th: this is a good chance to come along and make any suggestions to help our fleet racing and maybe a social event to be planned?

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POWER TORQUE

POWER OPENING DAY

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Xantippe Night Race

A twilight event in 2021 Trialling earlier start times, meant the event was not held in darkness, as prior years requiring spotters looking out for marks, instead all boats back before nightfall. Dalusional were winners of the event, Skipper Troy Dalglish with navigator Nikki Kukura, were presented with the trophy by Madeleine Rennie, navigator for former owner and Champion, Barry Britten. Madeleine was thrilled to be hosted aboard Xantippe during the event by FSC member and visiting guest, Darren Heath and his mother Kathleen, who have recently purchased this legendary Randell power yacht.

MEET OUR NEW Captain Dave Markham at the helm and new Vice Captain Doug Smith to assist, our 60th Time Trialling season is underway. It is a tradition for the incoming Captain to introduce themselves with a Q&A.

The Power Pre-season Cocktail Party

The pre-season cocktail party was a huge success, held in the ballroom this year. Thank you Maria Cook for organising and the Chef for preparing the amazing grazing table and the decorating venue.

See the photo gallery on page 26.

60th Anniversary Opening Day

Thank goodness we stuck to our plans! The 60th Power Yacht Opening Day, was celebrated with usual traditional and ceremony under only minor covid restrictions. VC Michael Cook welcomed guests in from the lawn, who had enjoyed refreshments and delicious tempting platters served by staff. The Tradition Noongar Welcome to Country in language by Maree Taylor is a delight to hear. A brief first and last Power Yacht Opening Day address by our Commodore followed by Guest Speaker, Peter Melsom. Pete has only recently retired from competition after selling his beloved Bertie 35, Audacity II. Now aged 80 years young, Pete delighted his audience with stories and recollections and paying respect to our Time Trialling legends and champions, some sadly retired from the sport or passed away.

VIPS headed out to the Host boats for more refreshments and watch the Sail Past, which featured close to 30 boats including 2 yachts, mostly dressed for judging. The standout for the judges were Claude and Liz Mancini’s Aperitivo with the Minecraft theme the grand kids had chosen and Darryl and Mary’s effort with the traditional and not so traditional flags and bunting covering Out on Business. Very clever, the 399.999999 yellow number stretched along the gunwale on Thanet referring to just how close he and Richard came last year to sporting the coveted 400 numbers of the Club Champion Boat for this season.

The Opening Day event is the Commodore's Trophy, not counting for consistency points, but winning this Time Trail off the stick is a great way for the guns to start their season. Thanet, proving Guy and Richard have lost none of their exact timing and skippering skills, took home the silverware with just 3 points lost!.

Meet the Captain: David Markham Name: David Markham.

DOB: 15th March, 1961.

POB: St Anne’s Hospital – South Perth Community

Hospital, South Perth.

Occupation: General Manager at Capital – a demolition and concrete recycling company His boat: Detour – a 40’ Riviera Aft Cabin (#21 of 22 built by Riviera).

Favourite food: Too many to mention but love Asian food.

Worst food: Pressure Cooker stews made with cheap cut meat – a bad memory from my childhood.

Favourite beverage: Scotch and dry.

Favourite restaurant: Ambaassador Chinese

Restaurant in Cannington.

Favourite movie: Too many to mention, but Tin Cup is up there.

Favourite TV show: The Black List.

Favourite sport: AFL Footy followed by cricket.

Favourite sports star: Woosha, Peter Wilson and Adam Gilchrist for what they have achieved.

Favourite saying: “ Livin the Dream ”.

What really irks me: Wingers and those who blame

others for their own situation.

Best time trial score: sub 20 without handicap (plenty of room for improvement).

Worst time trial score: at least 162 but there may be another there somewhere.

Dream boat: Detour.

Most admired person: John Farnham & Keith Urban Yacht Club history: Member at Claremont in the late

90s. Joined SoPYC in 2016.

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HERRESHOFF HILL NEWS

Another H28 summer of sailing done and another Wednesday series is upon us.

Wednesday Summer Sailing

Sailing on Wednesdays has just completed the Midweek Summer Series with six or seven H28’s competing most weeks.

With the conclusion of the Midweek Summer Series the final result was a reasonably comfortable win to Mariner with a late season fast finishing Corella in second. The final point score was as follows: Mariner ..................................................... 23 Corella ........................................................ 30 Wynella....................................................... 31 Congratulations to Brian and crew on a very reliable performance in not missing a race throughout the summer months. Well done on the “First over the Line” finishes as well.

H28 Championship

The 2020/21 H28 Club Championship ended in a very tight contest between Wynella and The First Jindarra. With the series still up for grabs in the last race, the final point score was as follows: Wynella....................................................... 8 The First Jindarra......................... 9 Karoleeya.................................................. 17 Great praise to Glen and his crew on a very steady season throughout a long, hot summer of racing.

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H28 Summer Saturday Series

The 2020/21 H28 Saturday Series ended with a fairly easy win to Wynella with the gallant Karoleeya in second place.

Final point score: Wynella....................................................... 30 Karoleeya.................................................. 42 Swiftsure Saga................................... 102 Well done to both Glen, Steve and respective crews on a very consistent performance over the summer months.

Hopefully next Saturday season the H28 division can get more boats on the water.

Retro Race

This year’s Retro Race was again a great success with vintage boats and a visit by John Sanders on Pirie Binou.

We have a connection with John Sanders as his first ocean race was on Wynella with Don Bourne.

The race was well attended by H28s and the course challenging to all.

Kate Lammonby sailing Mariner led the way with Wynella, Anna, Karoleeya and Napea of Carrick close.

Our thanks to Ralph Newton & Manfred Speicher for organising the event and Vice Commodore Michael Cook for his help.

Hopefully we can get a few more H28s out next year.

HERRESHOFF HILL HEADLINES The First Jindarra

The First Jindarra was recently sold to long time SoPYC members Barry Skinner and Peter Broadbent. Welcome to the H28 fleet for the new partnership of owners and may you enjoy the comradeship of sailing in the H28 fleet for many years.

Barry Skinner has lived most of his life in Perth after his arrival from New Zealand in the late 1960s. Barry owned the marine store at SoPYC for a number of years and has been savouring the gifts of retirement over the last number of years.

Barry and Peter have been long time SoPYC members for over 35 years and sailed in a number of fleets. Barry started his sailing journey in Red Witches, then moving to SS22s, S80s and finally SS27s. Peter’s journey included sailing SS22s (Mango), SS27s (Doctor Feelgood) and a Cole 32 (Double Vision). Both withdrew from race sailing in about the year 2000.

Over the last few years Barry and Peter have felt the need to again get involved in race sailing and when the opportunity came up to join an enjoyable H28 fleet they had no hesitation in purchasing The First Jindarra.

Welcome Barry and Peter to the H28 fleet.

Georgina

Rupert has been extremely busy over the last few months with an extensive renovation of Georgina. Work is nearly done, however with the end of summer holidays action has somewhat slowed. Hopefully Georgina will be back on the water and racing in the later part of the Frostbite Series.

Great piece of work by Rupert.

John Pierzak Images courtesy of Rick Steuart – Sailing Photographer.

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SS22 REPORT

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his has been another amazing season for the SS22 Section. We have enjoyed such close racing at both club and state level. Mixed in with this, we have seen a bit of a positive impact as a result of the COVID restrictions.

A number of boats have been sold & departed the club but thankfully they are boats that were not participating.

It’s been fantastic to take a walk down Jetty 7 and see the signs of activity on no less than eighteen SS22s. So heartwarming to see this one design class going so strong after more than 40 years on Perth waters.

Add to this, the resurgence we have seen in our State Championships, and record participation, it has really been interesting watching the series unfold with 5 different boats taking line honours before the deciding heat 7 race.

We had 15 boats on the water competing in our State Championships and results shared across 3 different clubs.

Such a warm and friendly association with a vibrant heart.

Relaxing after the race back at the pens.

Above: 140 Eutopia, 254 Wildfire, 45 Banshee.

Left: 143 Finovola

Once again, our South of Perth Section has placed well, and congratulations go out to Bruce Uren and his crew on Wildfire on their State Championship and Club Championship series wins.

The new owner of Mele Bilo III, David Mickle and his crew have enjoyed close racing this season with a 3rd place over the line in their first State Heat race, along with many very close races at our club. Just how close? Well, Finovola is sporting a little hole near her stern sustained in the last minutes of race where the lead had changed quite a few times.

Congratulations to all our club competitors for their achievements this season and we look forward to more exciting competition together next season. ~ SS22 Scribe, Murray McLean SS22 State Championship Results

1st Wildfire - Bruce Uren (SoPYC) 2nd Seamist IV - Craig Feakes (CYC) Parking Space - Andrew Muhling (EFYC) 3rd SS22 State Consistency Results

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By Hook or By Crooke - Max & Rebecca Haase (EFYC) 2nd Smooth Operator Peter Halliday (EFYC) Parking Space - Andrew Muhling (EFYC) 3rd SS22 Club Championship

SS22 Club Consistency

1st Wildfire - Bruce Uren Wildfire - Bruce Uren 1st 2nd Eutopia - Col Delane 2nd Utopia - Col Delane Finovola - Murray McLean Finovola - Murray McLean 3rd 3rd

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SS27 REPORT

The Consistency placings were: First Georgie [RF 270] skippered by Jim Murray Second Carrageen II [RF 190] skippered by Elise Manners Third Force Five [SP 21] skippered

by Mark Popham The Club Championship results were likewise, close fought in a well balanced competition.

Karina [SP 191] skippered by Paul Rees took the crown as Club Champion, followed by Abeelas [SP 20] and Force Five [SP 21].

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OVID may have robbed us of a sailing season closing day, but thankfully it didn’t stop us from conducting a full program of State Championship races this season.

The Association enjoyed another close competition with hosting of the six heats being shared by four of the most prominent clubs on the river. In both the Championship and Consistency competitions, the final places were only determined after the last heat.

The State competition was well supported with the average racing fleet being 11 boats and the biggest 13 from a total of 14 registered for competiton.

The Championship placings were: First Abeelas [SP 20] skippered by Brian Saleeba Second Karina [SP 191] skippered by Paul Rees Third Vision [SP 292] skippered by Tim Harrison

The Saturday afternoon consistency results saw Abeelas [SP 20] skippered

by Brian Saleeba, take first place, followed by Mark Popham’s Force Five [SP21], with Random Times [SP 163] skippered by David Hanham taking third place by count back from Karina [SP 191] Congratulations everyone. And remember, the best way to avoid winter rust is to keep things moving via the Wednesday afternoon and Frost bite series.

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RED WITCH REPORT Some of you may be aware of the recent passing of Daniel Wyatt, skipper of Escapade SP100. The following article was written by Daniel and published in the November 2018 edition of Soundings. The last paragraph in particular captures Daniel’s enthusiasm and joy of sailing as he recounted his winning of the Patron’s Trophy during the 2017/2018 season.

The Red Witch fleet will miss his generous nature and friendly smile.

Vale Daniel.

Escapade Report

by Daniel Wyatt

Unfortunately, and despite best intentions, the skipper and crew of Escapade didn't manage to take part in any Frostbite racing but have already vowed to make a better effort next year. Part of the reason was a lack of a useable boom, but in truth the off season went by far too quickly thanks to a combination of scout camps, family weekends away and a busy work and travel schedule.

Some minor maintenance was performed in the lead up to the Opening Day race - a light sand and quick top coat on the keel as well as some elbow-grease and polish to remove most of the remaining evidence on the hull of contact with various objects including jetty's, marker buoys and possibly other boats during last season. We're not sure why these objects keep jumping out in front of us.

Another task undertaken during the off-season was to get the shroud tensions a bit more consistent on both sides of the boat and to use a plum-bob to make sure that the mast was perpendicular to the transverse plane of the boat - it wasn't by a long shot. I also invested in a Loos Pro Rig Tension Gauge to get some real data as the manual "shroud twanging" method wasn't working for me and it has certainly helped achieve consistent tensions on each side of the boat. The only question remaining is what are the absolute values of shroud tension we should be aiming for to optimise the rig? If anyone has answers then I am willing to sit at the bar with you for as long as it takes to trade drinks for information! Please also note that the tension gauge is freely available for the use of anyone at any time. PLEASE borrow it as it will make me feel a lot better about the size of the initial investment if we can get the average dollar cost per tension measurement down from the stratosphere to something more reasonable with increased use.

The main effort expended during the off-season was to fabricate a new boom to replace the well-used, bent, dog-legged and slightly twisted but loveable old spar that did the job last season. A new length of K02 section was procured from Taskers as well as some cast end plugs from Keeley Marine. After some cutting and drilling, a few coats of 2-pack gloss white and some new fittings the new boom has come up nicely.

Instead of riveting the main sheet fitting to the boom and creating a weak point at a highly stressed location we've spliced some Dyneema to create a continuous loop which is attached to the boom with a Prussick knot to create a new main sheet attachment point. Hopefully this will help spread the stress a bit more evenly at this point on the boom, but we'll keep an eye on it for the first few races to see how it performs.

With one season now under our belt and some small improvements made

to Escapade, our semi-experienced crew is feeling optimistic about being a bit more competitive this season.

For opening day, we were the first boat to cross the start line on the drop of 3 minutes and we subsequently lead the fleet for the first half of the race with about 59 other vessels in hot pursuit. It's a great feeling being out in front and it creates a different mindset than if you are consistently at the back of the fleet trying to catch-up. It was great fun for our crew and for that reason we like the pursuit format for the opportunity to lead the race and put pressure on ourselves to maintain the lead. Winning the flag for first place in our class was very exciting and a great reward for our efforts, but the main surprise of the day was being announced as the winner of the Patron's Trophy as well! It was the best start to the sailing season we could have hoped for and we're really looking forward to another fun year ahead with the good people of the Red Witch fleet. continued over/...

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Oracle Report by Peter Gillett

After four seasons of sailing in the Red Witch fleet, my son, Blake, and I finally managed to string together enough results to win the Red Witch Club Championship. However, it was not without its challenges or the constant threat of snatching defeat from the jaws of victory. So, what did we learn?

First, never give up! The sailing in the Red Witch fleet has been getting closer and closer over the last few season with all boats now pushing the leaders, making for exciting class sailing. With that in mind, even when behind we always gave ourselves a chance if we could stay in touch with the leading boat. That approach saw us get off to a great start in Race 1 when we snuck in front of Striker and Shenanigans between Thelma and the finish line to snatch victory by 20 seconds.

Second, with the sailing being so close, mistakes can be costly. One easy mistake to avoid is knowing where the marks are! We were well in front in the second last race which, if we had won, would have secured the club championship. However, after mistaking Bond for Deepwater

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Spit and not realising until nearly at Addison (after being politely advised!), we retired. Embarrassing, but a lesson well learnt!

Third, communication is one of the keys to fast sailing. After a season of mistakes and some thoughtful reflection, my son and I realised our best results had come on days when we had communicated well. Whether

it be discussing tactics prior to the start or talking about rounding the next mark well before getting there, good communication is a key element of good sailing. Most importantly, perhaps, is communicating well when things go wrong so that less time is lost and tempers less frayed.

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OPTIMIST REPORT

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oolugatup Sailing Carnival was very exiting with lots of people from all different clubs. The Optimist States were incorporated into the Carnival. It was a bit boring bobbing up and down but we managed and everyone had an awesome time during the regatta with their friends and learnt a lot about race rules and upholding the sporting spirit.

Regatta in the Trees was held over the long weekend in Walpole, this was heaps of fun because we camped out and met heaps of country sailors. Best of all - no protests allowed and lots of classes racing together.

The Pirate Raid was lots of fun and with lots of water. The Optimist kids had a blast with the tenders and all the costumes were so cool and the food was amazing. Overall, the night was awesome. Thanks Power boat for organising and having fun in our clubhouse.

At the Nationals in Adelaide, Murray Duthie ranked 23rd in Salty out of 68 boats. Good job Murray.

There were only 4 sailors from WA who went.

The sleepover that never happened was a bummer because I think I would have been really fun with the movie and lollies. I think we should plan to do it soon.

Flynn Walford

SAILABILITY REPORT

Meet Kelvin!

He is very personable and very aware of his surroundings he has always loved the water and water sports. Before his accident at age 19 Kelvin surfed and had a number of boats.

However, Kelvin can no longer move his arms or legs and cannot speak. Kelvin arrives to Sailability on his mobile bed with his carer. Getting out on the water is one of his highlights each week.

The volunteers at Sailability love working with people like Kelvin. Sailability offers opportunities for all people with disabilities, regardless of their level of abilities, skills or personal circumstances. To be able to spend time by the water and interacting with people most of us do not normally see in our normal social circle is actually a real privilege. I myself have learnt so much about empathy, courage and appreciating how precious life and the quality of life is.

These pictures illustrate how important teamwork is in manoeuvring our clients, who are wheelchair bound, from their mobility device and into a boat. Volunteers use the specially installed winches and hoists along with slings that are positioned under our client’s bodies to swing them safely into their waiting boat.

Barbie is Kelvin’s favourite Skipper. She definitely has a soft spot for him! She is always quick with a (sometimes unrepeatable!) joke and likes to take the boat just a little bit faster when she can see that it will make our client’s day. Even though Kelvin cannot speak, he communicates by his expressions letting us know the joy he gets when out on the water.

As we write this Sailability has closed for the season – quite timely as we would have shut down due to Covid anyway being such a high-risk group. The 2019/2020 season was the best season we have had in a while with a combination of great weather, no pesky virus, wonderful volunteers (thank you everyone) and of course our sponsors. We would like to thank Healthways, Volunteering WA for their financial support and our Club Bosuns – Robbie and Lachie we appreciate their proactive and practical support of Sailability.

Volunteers Always Needed! Sailability at of South of Perth Yacht Club takes place Wednesday mornings. We sail during the Summer Sailing Season – October to April floating around the river in our six 3.03 dinghies, an Etchel, three Red Witches and cruise with two power boats each week. We always need volunteers – even if you may only be available when we are short of Vollies (thanks Colin!) or can help get participants from boats and pack away before the afternoon sail (thanks Adrian!). Can you spare a few hours for this very

worthwhile initiative of the Rotary Club of Melville and South of Perth Yacht Club? Enthusiasm and ability to get stuck in are the foremost qualifications we need! Sailing and boating skills are required for ‘On-Water’ activities. On-Shore roles can be fulfilled by willing volunteers. Be part of the team which promotes the joy of sailing as a recreation to people with disabilities. Call Liz Warman on 0419 949 006 or Mark Popham 0410 474 847 or email sailabilitysopyc@gmail.com or just pop down and have a sticky beak one Wednesday!

By Carol Harper and Liz Warman

Sadly, before Christmas we lost one of our regular participants – Brian Kowald. His Mum asked that this message be communicated to all.

To everyone at Sailability it’s Maree Kowald – Brian’s mum, with a quote from Brian’s funeral service: “We’d like to thank all those who supported Brian over the years. There have been so many wonderful people.

And by this measure, we can say that Brian has been truly blessed.’ We paid particular tribute to a couple of organisations including Sailability.

I’d like to thank you all for all you did for Brian.

You offered him an opportunity to express his love of water and the outdoors.

It’s my faith in Jesus that’s carried me through mourning, but I have also found comfort in knowing that despite such severe disability there were people like yourselves in his life. I’ll be forever grateful.

Again – Thank you everyone.

We wish you all the best. God bless.”

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FLYING FIFTEENS

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s any accountant will tell you: “the numbers don’t lie”. So, after 53 club races plus regattas pre-season, in January, the State Championships and the Tally Hobbs Regatta, you would have to say there’s been a few miles under the keel in the last 8 months. Add into this equation an average fleet size of 14 boats and the recipe for some great one design racing is complete. By now, the brains of the more mathematically focused will be grinding out the rest of the vital information like the amount of tacks per race and if the number of times a kite sheet goes under the boat is proportional to the quantity of shiraz splashed around the night before.

Lockdowns have wreaked havoc on the social program with, at the time of writing, the curry night being a casualty from mid-April and has now been re-scheduled to late May. The end of the summer season allows us to pause and consider how blessed we are to be sailing on this side of our island with the isolation it affords. The recent State Championships held in Geraldton assembled the largest fleet of Flying Fifteens in the southern hemisphere this year with the regatta finishing just a couple of days before Cyclone Seroja whistled through the region.

Our thanks go to all the race officers and officials who make our racing possible and run a great program.

Considering the race numbers quoted above, the amount of work they do in pulling flags, keeping times and moving marks is obvious and much appreciated by all sailors.

The winter series ( Applecross Cup ) starts on the 23rd of May. Images courtesy of Des from Wind Passion

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125s REPORT Black Magic

Blue Blitz Ruckus Bus

Going Gonzo

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he last few months of sailing have been quite exciting as WA recovered well from the wave of restrictions, with many 125s getting a flash makeover and hitting the water again beautifully.

We ended the year with 7 South of Perth boats travelling to Esperance to compete in the 39th National 125 State Championships, although this was meant to be the National Championship the turnout was still terrific. We all had great fun, even with a great white wandering past our sailing area one morning. Needless to say, that afternoons racing was cancelled and we took that time to explore some of the beautiful Esperance coastline. Racing was resumed the next morning to finish of the regatta. Our SoPYC 125s placed well with: 1st Ryan William Sherburn and Kimberly Lanter on Rush, 3rd Ferry Pascal Lanter and Tessa Canci on Blue Blitz and 4th Felix Browning and Mitch Stone on Black Magic.

After these states we headed into the year quite slowly with the Keating family, on Ruckus Bus and Going Gonzo, undoubtedly carrying the team, showing up nearly every Sunday and being the only SoPYC 125s at Rumble in the Reach at East Fremantle YC. The next regatta was the HMAS Perth regatta, where after a lengthy sail over to Nedlands we finished 3rd, 4th, 5th and 7th, with Black Magic, Blue Blitz, Going Gonzo and Ruckus Bus. The Three of a Kind regatta was a bit hectic, with the start line packed with Flying Ants and Sabres the unavoidable collisions were painful, but as the gun went off the 125s shot in front, only to realise we did not know the course. This resulted in an interesting sail around to many different wrong marks, and finally a tragic 3rd place for the 125 team which included Ben and Mitch on Black Magic and Kimbi and Tessa on Blue Blitz.

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Championships over the Easter long weekend. This was held SoPYC, a long-awaited event since the cancellation of last year’s States. We had a total of 21 boats, 6 of which were from South Perth. We took out some good spots including; 1st Ryan Sherburn and Jack Preston on Whateva, 2nd overall & 1st consistency, Ferry Lanter and Tessa Canci on Blue Blitz and 1st female, Georgette Keating and Calyn Reid on Going Gonzo.

Along with these the Keating family was also awarded the Seaton Family trophy for their outstanding contributions to the 125s over the past year, we thank you guys again! Emily Jones was also awarded the Rooke Family Award for all her hard work contributing to the 125s over the years and for making these States run so smoothly and end with a bang!

We thank you again Emily!

Finally, the season was wrapped up with the winners of the championship and consistency racing both taken out by Georgette Keating and Calyn Reid on Going Gonzo.

Overall, this season has been good fun and we look forward to the winter series ahead of us and the 21/22 season!

If you are interested in trying a 125 out don’t hesitate to contact the 125 Association. We are always looking to expand our community!

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CRUISING SECTION

CRUISING SECTION BATTLES ON ALL FRONTS!

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ue to the Covid restrictions our Cruising Section has not been able to enjoy the great events as robustly as 2019 but hopefully this will begin to change as the vaccine and other measures take effect.

In March, our SoPYC was raided by the motley Cockburn Power Boat Club pirates on the lawns of our club. With much gusto, grunting, slashing and yelling the marauding pirates finally overcame the battered but still enthusiastic SoPYC pirates.

It was a great afternoon and evening for all, followed by celebratory and commiseration drinks and a feast fit for royalty! The coveted Pirates’ Chest with some added treasures in it, now resides with CPBC until another club declares a raid on them next year.

Our committee is working hard to provide more events for the rest of this year. Our next event is for next month, the long weekend of June 5 – 7. The CS has again planned our annual trip to Mindarie. It is a fabulous long weekend and your Cruisy Scribe’s favourite event. All the details are available in “Coffee Pointers” if you would like to join us whether you have a boat or not and all members are welcomed.

Please continue to check your “Coffee Pointers” for notifications of our upcoming events.

The Cruisy Scribe

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As with last year, the pandemic Gods (if there are any) smiled on us and we were able to run the event without any restrictions. The evening of March 12th was mild with a brisk but manageable 12-15kt breeze and, thanks to Royal Freshwater Bay YC loaning us two BW8s, we had 6 boats out on the water ready to go.

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Hopefully it didn't get too rowdy!

I’m excited that this event is coming into maturity now -- with our Grand Sponsors eager to take part and really

getting into the competition. Thanks to the Club (OWG, Regatta, F&B) for helping with the arrangements and our dedicated coach, jury and start team.

It’s never an easy thing to organise.

Our next event is the winter sundowner on July 23rd... save the date!

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