Wednesday, December 7, 2011
Dam Bottle Sprints
For those wanting to fine tune there skills for the upcoming provincial champs there will be Dam Bottle sprints on Sunday at 10:30am.
Sunday, December 4, 2011
December Senior Sailing Breeze.
A brief summary of the sailing calendar for the month of December 2011
Sunday 4th December
George Duffin Trophy Series: Races, (10), (11) & (12) 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 over the same course, the start being five (5) minutes after the Hunter start. Both briefings will be at 10h15…sharp. A Monthly Mug award will be made based on the overall sailing results for the day.
Saturday 10t h December
This is the second of the cruiser weekends organized by Marius and Caprice with Rose Hamilton’s help, there will be a briefing at 16.00hr on the Saturday followed by a cruise into the sunset, wind and weather permitting. Make the most of it, especially the full moon.
Bring your snacks and drinks, braai fires will be lit on the shore. Remember all yachts may take part in this event and that this is a camping weekend.
Friday 16th - Sunday 18th December
The KZN Hunter Provincials will be taking place at Midmar, let us see an excellent turn out of Hunters, please remember there are also handicap prizes for the skippers who sail further down the fleet. All club members are welcome to use the club and waters over this regatta, but please do not sail through the course during racing.
Saturday 24th December.
Christmas Hamper Race, Medium distance fun event ending with mince pies and sherry.
Briefing at 12h45 on the veranda, bring your drinks and snacks for afterwards.
This is a fun event make the most of your club facilities and greet your fellow club members over the festive season.
Sunday 25th and Monday 26th December
Relax with friends and family, braai’s, swimming etc. The club will not officially be opened and camping out will not be allowed as the KZN Provincial Championships begin on the 27th December. (The club staff have been given Christmas off and will not have time to clean the premises before the regatta, so please clean up after your day out.)
ENJOY THE FESTIVE SEASON MAY IT PROVE TO BE ONE OF PEACE AND GOODWILL AND FAIRBREEZES FOR 2011.
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.
(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 Heather Marshal 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 . 033 3442182
Last but not least, the holiday season is here, make the most of the best yachting facility in the country and remember, the 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
Sunday 4th December
George Duffin Trophy Series: Races, (10), (11) & (12) 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 over the same course, the start being five (5) minutes after the Hunter start. Both briefings will be at 10h15…sharp. A Monthly Mug award will be made based on the overall sailing results for the day.
Saturday 10t h December
This is the second of the cruiser weekends organized by Marius and Caprice with Rose Hamilton’s help, there will be a briefing at 16.00hr on the Saturday followed by a cruise into the sunset, wind and weather permitting. Make the most of it, especially the full moon.
Bring your snacks and drinks, braai fires will be lit on the shore. Remember all yachts may take part in this event and that this is a camping weekend.
Friday 16th - Sunday 18th December
The KZN Hunter Provincials will be taking place at Midmar, let us see an excellent turn out of Hunters, please remember there are also handicap prizes for the skippers who sail further down the fleet. All club members are welcome to use the club and waters over this regatta, but please do not sail through the course during racing.
Saturday 24th December.
Christmas Hamper Race, Medium distance fun event ending with mince pies and sherry.
Briefing at 12h45 on the veranda, bring your drinks and snacks for afterwards.
This is a fun event make the most of your club facilities and greet your fellow club members over the festive season.
Sunday 25th and Monday 26th December
Relax with friends and family, braai’s, swimming etc. The club will not officially be opened and camping out will not be allowed as the KZN Provincial Championships begin on the 27th December. (The club staff have been given Christmas off and will not have time to clean the premises before the regatta, so please clean up after your day out.)
ENJOY THE FESTIVE SEASON MAY IT PROVE TO BE ONE OF PEACE AND GOODWILL AND FAIRBREEZES FOR 2011.
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.
(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 Heather Marshal 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 . 033 3442182
Last but not least, the holiday season is here, make the most of the best yachting facility in the country and remember, the 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
Thursday, December 1, 2011
Rob Bell's report
Where have all the keelers gone?, the Ron Western has always been a well supported long distance race, what do we get, a solitary Soling skippered by Keith Gerson with Nico Jacobs and Nick Smart as crew, the evergreen Rob Tarboton on his Extra and a number of youngsters on their Laser and Tera’s.
Roy Shooter and his very capable all lady bridge crew, started the race on time into a steady North Westerly and set a course which led the fleet to Ashely , Thurlow and then to Orient with a final leg home around number one to the finish at the jetty with the Soling just ahead of the Extra. It was a great day for sailing and the youngsters really enjoyed themselves, it is a pity that more members did not pitch. Thanks to Roy, Margaret and her sister from Canada for running the event, once again where is the support for their effort and that includes me. Rob Bell
Well the terras suprised us all coming inwell ahead on handicap.I even had a look on level skipper handicaps and they still won the day.Terras for 9 hour??? Good rating they have!!Well done to Sam Lombard a big trophy awaits!!Yep we need to get more support from the keelers!!
Next up GD series .The last before Hunter Provincials!!
Roy Shooter and his very capable all lady bridge crew, started the race on time into a steady North Westerly and set a course which led the fleet to Ashely , Thurlow and then to Orient with a final leg home around number one to the finish at the jetty with the Soling just ahead of the Extra. It was a great day for sailing and the youngsters really enjoyed themselves, it is a pity that more members did not pitch. Thanks to Roy, Margaret and her sister from Canada for running the event, once again where is the support for their effort and that includes me. Rob Bell
Well the terras suprised us all coming inwell ahead on handicap.I even had a look on level skipper handicaps and they still won the day.Terras for 9 hour??? Good rating they have!!Well done to Sam Lombard a big trophy awaits!!Yep we need to get more support from the keelers!!
Next up GD series .The last before Hunter Provincials!!
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