Senior Sailing Breeze 28th July 2011.

To help members plan ahead, a brief summary of the sailing calendar for the following
month will be forwarded to all members either by e-mail or for those who do not have
email by post.  - It is also live on www.hmyc.org.za

(Please advise HeatherMarshal as to your preference, on 0833127707 or 033 3304158
during her club administration hours)

August / September. 2011
Sunday 28th August
The start to the season gets underway on the 28th August with the Opening Cruise. The
day will start with a Champagne Briefing at 10h00 followed by a sail past the Acting
Commodore who shall take the salute. NO! buckets of water at the sail past, this is
reserved for the closing cruise! From there a course will lead you to a picnic site, where
once on shore, you will find braai fires lit and a pub run by Debbie. Bring your own
picnic hamper, chairs and/or rugs. A limited number of Braai Packs, Rolls and Salads
will be available for those who do not wish to cater for themselves, but PLEASE contact
Debbie a day or so earlier with your requirements. The picnic site can be reached by road,
but we are hoping to have the use of the lifeboat for those who do not have yachts.
Should the weather turn foul, we will braai at the club and enjoy a fire and snacks in the
pub.

Sunday 4th September
George Duffin Trophy Series: Races, (1), (2) & (3) This series is only open to the
Hunter Class, but all other classes of yachts and catamarans can compete in the Open
Class Championships, this will be sailed on the same course, the start being five (5)
minutes after the Hunter start. Both briefings will be at 10h15…sharp. AMonthlyMug
award will be made based on the overall sailing results for the day.

Saturday 10t h / Sunday 11th September
Azalea Cup Mini Regatta, this will be the first of the mini regattas, which will be run
over two days, the emphasis of these regattas is sailing for all, they are open to all classes
of yachts, and catamarans, results will be based on boat handicaps. The race committee’s
intention is to run six (6) races over two days, around layed marks, using a fleet start.
Briefing will be at 13h15 …….sharp on the Saturday. Camping will be allowed, please
make sure you book your site ahead of time, as there will be a KZN Youth Grand Prix
taking place at the club at the same time.

Saturday 17th September
Partington Plate Series, Race (1). This is a series consisting of five (5) medium to long
distance races, depending on the wind strengths and direction, which take place over a
period of six months during the sailing season. The series are open to all classes of
yachts and catamarans, results being based on skipper and boat handicaps. Briefing will
be at 13h15…..sharp . There will be a fleet start from between a start mark and the jetty.
The course will follow designated fixed marks. Enjoy a social drink in the pub after the
race.

Saturday 24th / Sunday 25thSeptember
Multi Class Catamaran Regatta, This regatta is open to all classes of catamarans and
results will be based on boat handicap. It is the race committee’s intention to run six (6)
races over the two days around layed marks. Briefing will take place at 11h15…sharp on
the Saturday. Further details will be made available once the NOR is available. Camping
will be allowed, please make sure you book ahead of time.
General Information:
(1) Club Members who wish to go cruising during any of the above events are
welcome to do so, but PLEASE remember to keep clear of the racing area,
there is nothing worse than picking up dirty wind from a yacht not competing
in the race.
(2) Attendance at briefings is not compulsory, but it is advisable to attend them as
even though course directions should be posted early by the race officer, last
minute changes can be made. (This only applies to HMYC Club Events)
(3) Camping in the club grounds is only permissible during organized events, sites
must be booked via the Club Administrators Office. Contact HeatherMarshal
on 0833127707 or 033 3304158 during her club administration hours.
(or complete the camping form as per the Notice of Regatta)
(4) Any member prepared to give of their time to help with regattas and club sailing
please do not be afraid of stepping forward, we need your help and for the
inexperienced, advice and training will be available , it can be fun and definitely
better than just sitting on the bank. Please contact Rob Bell .
Last but not least, enjoy the season, make the most of the best yachting facility in the
country and remember, my race officers and myself, are there to provide you with well
managed sailing events, be it serious or social. Please approach us if you need help or if
you are unhappy about something. We are willing to assist and will do our best to sort out
your problems.
Fair winds and great sailing.,
Rob Bell Tel: 033 3442182 Cell: 0739618006