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Port of Yamba Yacht Club
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May 2021
SAIL PORT STEPHENS
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Commodore’s Report
Hi Everyone
The last two weeks have been full time sailing for both the crew
of Circe and Welsh Dragon as we both sailed South to
participate in the Port Stephens 2021 sailing regatta.
For me especially, who has done most of my sailing in the
Indian Ocean, it was a very lovely experience to learn about
some of the East Coast. I was particularly blown away by the
beauty and perfect sailing available in Port Stephens, what
wonderful cruising ground with beautiful scenery and
surrounded by deep and clear bays.
I understand that last week we did not have enough boats to
start with some members going away on driving holidays.
Hopefully this week we can continue with our regular
Wednesday racing calendar.
As we move towards the end of our racing season I would like
all members to give the executive feedback on what changes
they may like to see in the next sailing season so they can be
incorporated in our schedule.
Cheers and good sailing
Ian
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Vice Commodore’s Report
Hi Members
The Autumn midweek series is having a slow start with only one
race completed out of the first 5. River conditions following the
rain and floods have been the main issue and hopefully we can
now get the remaining 6 races in before the end of the season.
I’ve been looking at tides and dates for the next offshore race
and Saturday May 8th has a low tide at 12.20 pm so we will add
that to the calendar for a race. Also Saturday May 22nd has a
low at 11am so we will add that in as well for another race so
hopefully 2 offshore races in May.
Welsh Dragon and Circe have just returned from the trip to Port
Stephens and a combined crew sailing on Welsh Dragon
competed in the Cruising division of the Sail Port Stephens
regatta. There were 120 yachts in 5 divisions and 3 passage
races held over 3 days for the cruising divisions and another 3
days of racing following for the IRC and PHS divisions.
Unfortunately for the first 2 days were had very light winds
with predominantly downwind courses which didn't suit our
boat at all. The last days race started with 15- 20kt winds and it
looked like we would have had a good result except for a
navigational error by the skipper which resulted in us going the
wrong side of a sand bank mark for some time and having to
double back. In any case it was a great trip and regatta and
many thanks to everyone that sailed with me to make it such a
good 2 weeks away.
Regards Graeme
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Bar Manager’s Report
YAM-BAR has been quiet lately with races cancelled and low numbers
on Friday nights so come up and support your club and help pay the
rent.
We are open for business from 5pm every Friday and after the
Wednesday races. We stock a large range of BEER, WINE, SPIRITS and
SOFT DRINKS and provide FREE nibblies and lots of friendly faces so
come and support your club and we’ll see you at YAM-BAR soon!
We continue to boast the lowest prices in town. A stubby of beer or
glass of Wine $4-$5, Spirits $5 & a large selection of Wine (Sav Blanc,
Chardy, Shiraz, Cab Sav, Merlot, Bubbly) from only $16 a bottle.
Current beers in stock: NB I will purchase your favourite beer if its not
on the list if you come and drink it!:
Corona, Coopers, Furphy, Iron Jack
Tooheys New, Tooheys Old, TED
XXXX, Hahn 3.5
Coopers Light
James Squire 150 Lashes Pale Ale
Cider
CLUB MERCHANDISE – please inquire:
Club polo shirts $30 (cost price)
Club T-shirts $20
PYYC Stubby Holders $5
Boat Shoes (VARIETY OF SIZES) ONLY $10
Legionaries' & Club Hats $15
Cheers – Sharon (Bar Manager)
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Port Stephens Odyssey
As often happens, plans can be subject to change and many details of
the planned voyage to Port Stephens by Welsh Dragon and Circe did
not come to pass. Denise Bruschweiler was set to join Circe for the trip
down to Port Stephens but unfortunately, she sustained a fractured
collar bone in a bike accident and could not take part. Peter Hackett
was able to negotiate some time away from work and joined Ian
Johnston as crew on Circe. The first night away was spent at Coffs
Harbour Marina. The next stop was Trial Bay but a persistent NE wind
into the night and a short, annoying, choppy wave action drove us out
of that anchorage at 11pm and we had an overnight trip extending into
the next day to get us to Port Stephens at 10pm. So much for day-
sailing only! It was good to arrive early and have some R & R before
joining Graeme and Fiona on Welsh Dragon for the Commodore’s Cup
Regatta. Peter Hackett had to leave the crew and was picked up by his
son and delivered to the nearest station to catch a train home. Circe
and Welsh Dragon had moorings opposite the Bay Sailing Centre at
Soldier’s Point. It was a very pretty and protected mooring. Graeme has
provided details of how the regatta panned out. On the evening of the
last race day Hamish Robertson arrived to join Circe’s crew. Circe
stayed on for a day after the regatta to explore Port Stephens a little
before departing at 8pm on 22nd April. An overnight sail with 15 to 20
knot W wind and 1.5 - 2 meter swell extending into the next day saw
Circe coming into Port Macquarie harbour. The mild weather conditions
at the end of this leg made the bar crossing uneventful. Next morning,
we departed at 4am and set sail for Coffs Harbour. Coffs is a good
harbour to enter and again the mild weather made things easy. On the
leg home to Yamba we had gentle breeze from the SW and SE and little
swell. We took a detour to check out North Solitary Island for the
benefit of Ian and Hamish who had not seen it. We arrived at Yamba at
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about 5pm with another uneventful bar crossing due to the mild
conditions. It was a great experience and very satisfying to give Circe
some sea time.
Soldier’s Point Anchorage and Bay Sailing Centre at sunset
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From the Editor
Oops! Forgot my tablet, so this issue looks different. Created on a Mac
with Word. On the road around Australia. Currently in Kalgoorlie WA.
Apologies for not including more photos.
CALENDAR
Apologies, I erroneously include 2 extra races in the calendar.
There are only 11 races in the Autumn Series.
See the next page and website for a corrected calendar.
Where in Australia is this?
ANSWER to Last Month. Lake Eyre, SA
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Treasurer’s Resignation
I would like to inform all members, that I will resign as Club Treasurer as
of 30.6.2021. It has been a honour to be trusted to hold that position,
but it has been also a struggle for me as I am not comfortable with
computers.
Also I would like to let you know, that Kathy and I are to move back to
Greater Melbourne to be closer to our ever growing families. Now we
are very busy preparing our beloved property for sale.
I will not be able to be present at the AGM, since we are travelling after
the 15th of June to Melbourne in order to celebrate my 80th Birthday
with our families. Afterwards we will be towing our caravan to Darwin,
returning home to the Bungawalbin by August 6, 2021.
I hope another member will put up her/his hand to take over the
Treasurer's position. Peter Saunders is willing to help as he assisted me
and also introduced a simplified Accounting System. I am very grateful
for Peter's expert help.
On this occasion I would like to thank all Club members for the trust in
me and hope to see you on the water.
Cheers
Hans Burmeister
PYYC Events Calendar 2020-21
PYYC EVENT Bar Tender Crew
May 2021 Public Hols QLD Labour Day Mon. May 3
WED 5 Autumn Midweek Race 7 Max Strong
SAT 8 Offshore Race - briefing 11 am - weather permitting
WED 12 Autumn Midweek Race 8 Dave Woods
WED 19 Autumn Midweek Race 9 Shelly Cawley
SAT 22 Offshore Race - briefing 11 am - weather permitting
WED 26 Autumn Midweek Race 10 Therese Eagle
June 2021 Public Hols NSW Queen's Birthday Mon. Jun. 8
WED 2 Autumn Midweek Race 11 Denise Bruschweiler
WED 2 AUTUMN end of Season
PORT OF YAMBA YACHT CLUB - Midweek Races start at 13:30 - briefing at 12:00 noon.
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