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JUNIOR SAILING
HANDBOOK
2019
BEVERLY YACHT CLUB
99 WATER STREET, P.O. BOX 181
MARION, MASSACHUSETTS 02738-0181
www.BeverlyYachtClub.org
Junior Clubhouse: (508) 748-1737
Alison Mitchell, Sailing Director
Joe Vergoni, Junior Sailing Committee ChairORDER OF CONTENTS BYC JUNIOR PROGRAM STAFF ................................................................................................... 3 BYC JUNIOR OFFICERS ................................................................................................................ 3 SELECTION OF BYC JUNIOR OFFICERS ........................................................................................ 3 2019 PROGRAM CALENDAR ....................................................................................................... 4 2019 BYC RACE TEAMS REGATTA SCHEDULE ............................................................................ 5 MISSION STATEMENT ................................................................................................................ 6 PROGRAM GOALS ...................................................................................................................... 6 STUDENT PLACEMENT ............................................................................................................... 6 INSTRUCTORS ............................................................................................................................. 7 RESPONSIBILITY - CODE OF CONDUCT ....................................................................................... 7 ETHICAL BEHAVIOR .................................................................................................................... 8 COMMUNICATION ..................................................................................................................... 9 HEALTH..................................................................................................................................... 10 SAFETY ...................................................................................................................................... 10 FIRE DRILLS ............................................................................................................................... 10 DISASTER PLAN ........................................................................................................................ 10 SIGN-IN/OUT PROCEDURE ....................................................................................................... 11 ATTENDANCE ........................................................................................................................... 11 EQUIPMENT ............................................................................................................................. 11 SAFETY REQUIREMENTS TO SAIL IN THE PROGRAM: .............................................................. 12 VOLUNTEERISM ....................................................................................................................... 12 SELECTION OF JUNIOR INSTRUCTORS ..................................................................................... 12 PRIVATE LESSON POLICY .......................................................................................................... 13 RACING OPPORTUNITIES AT BYC ............................................................................................. 13 BEVERLY YACHT CLUB JUNIOR REGATTA ................................................................................. 14 JUNIOR SAILOR FOOD PRIVELEGES .......................................................................................... 15 BEVERLY YACHT CLUB HEALTH CARE PROXY ........................................................................... 15 ILLNESS OR INJURY ................................................................................................................... 15 BOAT BORROWING POLICIES ................................................................................................... 16 420, OPTI and O'Pen BIC BOAT & EQUIPMENT – REGATTAS .................................................. 17 JUNIOR SAILING PERPETUAL AWARDS OF 2018 ...................................................................... 18 JUNIOR SAILING ANNUAL AWARDS ......................................................................................... 19 THE JUNIOR SAILING COMMITTEE ........................................................................................... 20 REGATTA EQUIPMENT LIST ...................................................................................................... 21 EMERGENCY CONTACT NUMBERS – 2019 ............................................................................... 22 JUNIOR SAILING PROGRAM (JSP) REGATTA AGREEMENT 2019 .............................................. 23 JUNIOR SAILING HANDBOOK AGREEMENT ............................................................................. 24
BYC JUNIOR PROGRAM STAFF
Program Director: Alison Mitchell
Head Instructor: Colm O’Donnell
420 Race Coach: Cam Tougas
Opti Race Coach’s: Patrick Fearons and Elizabeth Lonergan
Senior Instructors: John Egger
Jack Murray
Ava Ciffolillo
Seamus Fearons
Julian Sudofsky
Junior Instructors: Sophia Clingman
Kate Marsden
Meghan Berg
Toni Ciffolillo
Sam Grysca
Savannah Khoft
BYC JUNIOR OFFICERS
Commodore: Tasha Sudofsky
Vice Commodore: Maeve Egger
Rear Commodore: Henry Cooney
SELECTION OF BYC JUNIOR OFFICERS
The Junior Officers are chosen by the Sailing Director, Instructors, and Junior Committee at the
end of each summer to serve the following year.
To be considered for Commodore, Vice Commodore, and Rear Commodore, a candidate needs
to be 13 years old by the following summer.
The duties of the Junior Officers include participation in Flag Raising, Decommissioning, running
the “Take it to the Max Dance”, and acting as ambassadors or hosts during junior events, such as
the Junior Regatta.
Page 32019 PROGRAM CALENDAR
June 17 ...................................Kick-off Cookout ~ 1600 Sr. Instructor meeting, 1730 Dinner
(reservations required), 1830 Presentation (T-shirt & merchandise
sales)
June 17................................ Session 1 Jr. Sailing
July 1 ………………… ............... Session 2 Jr. Sailing
July 4 ......................................Junior Program Parade Float ~ 0830
July 15 ................................. Session 3 Jr. Sailing
July 22 ....................................Take it to the Max Dance ~ 1800
July 26-27 ..............................Junior Cruise
July 29 ................................. Session 4 Jr. Sailing
August 6 ................................Pickles Wacky Race ~ 1700
August 11 ...............................Junior Cups & Flags ~ 1730 Dinner (reservations required), 1830
Awards Ceremony
August 12 ..............................BYC Junior Regatta Check-In
August 13-14 .........................BYC Junior Regatta (Opti, 420, NEW! O’Pen BIC)
Page 42019 BYC RACE TEAMS REGATTA SCHEDULE
Please go to the BYC Junior Sailing website page and select your sailor's race team at the
bottom to sign up for regattas.
*BYC’s participation in these regattas is dependent on having an adequate number of racers sign
up for competition. If the number of racers falls below a reasonable count, BYC will not attend.
When classes are formed, an updated schedule will be distributed.
**Please check with individual host club websites to verify dates listed as TBD or with question
marks. Many clubs hosting the regattas attended by BYC are listed on the Southern Mass
Sailing calendar at http://www.southernmasssailing.com/ma-sailing-association-calendar-of-
events.asp with direct links to the host clubs’ website.
Page 5BYC Junior Sailing Program
MISSION STATEMENT
The Mission of the BYC Junior Sailing Program is to instill an enduring love of sailing while
providing the fundamental skills necessary for participants to advance in the sport as far as their
desire, skill, and hard work take them.
The program provides a current and effective curriculum: developing skilled, self-reliant,
respectful sailors who care for their equipment, the marine environment, and their fellow sailors
on and off the water.
PROGRAM GOALS
The primary goals of the Program are to:
1) Create a safe and fun atmosphere for young sailors.
2) Provide training in all aspects of sailing, both racing and recreational.
3) Teach sportsmanship, integrity, and interpersonal skills.
4) Instill a respect for the ocean, the elements, and the environment.
5) Demonstrate responsibility for boats and equipment.
To accomplish these goals, we need the help and active cooperation of the sailors, parents, staff,
committee, and friends.
STUDENT PLACEMENT
All returning sailors to the BYC Junior Sailing Program will be placed in accordance with the
recommendations of the staff from the previous year. You must speak with Ali Mitchell, Program
Director, if you would like an explanation of your child’s placement. If a student is incorrectly
placed, changes will be made at the beginning of the season based upon the skills demonstrated
by the sailor to the instructor.
Placement is based on sailing skill, attitude, comfort, and the discipline of each sailor. Requests
for placement changes during the sailing season should be addressed with the individual
instructor and the Sailing Director. Class time is not the appropriate time or place for this
discussion. Please do not communicate with your child’s instructor while they are teaching the
class.
Page 6INSTRUCTORS
Our instructors have US Sailing Small Boat certified (which requires a 4-day intensive instructor
course), and have CPR and Basic First Aid certification. Our sailing staff is held to the highest of
safety standards both on and off of the water. They are a talented, experienced, and capable
team with a great love for the sport.
Staff screening: Under State law, BYC is required to conduct criminal (CORI) and sexual (SORI)
background checks on all BYC staff, including those in the Junior Sailing Program. Parents are
welcome, upon request, to review the standards set forth in these forms.
RESPONSIBILITY - CODE OF CONDUCT
Safety, cooperation, teamwork, and sportsmanship are all cornerstones of our Program. Sailors,
instructors, staff, and parents all work together to foster a community of sportsmanship and
instruction with rigorous attention to safety on and off the water.
Safety is always our top priority, and all participants and instructors share in this responsibility. If
you see something, say something! Instructors’ primary responsibility is to protect the safety of
students on and off the water.
The Beverly Yacht Club expects positive behavior at all levels, while at the Club and while
representing the Club at other events. Exemplary behavior is necessary to guarantee a safe and
positive environment where everyone can learn and grow. Failure by sailors, instructors, staff or
parents to behave in a proper manner could result in dismissal from the Program.
The use of alcohol and/or drugs will not be permitted. If you are using a Club-owned boat at an
event, you are considered to be representing the Club and as such, should behave
accordingly. Improper conduct with regards to under-age drinking and the use of illegal drugs
will result in dismissal from the Program.
Children are the responsibility of instructors only while in class. When borrowing a boat outside
of class time, there will be NO instructor supervision. Those who remain at the Club out of class
and negatively impact other Club members will be asked to leave the premises. Instructors will
not escort children off the BYC property.
Pursuant to applicable Massachusetts regulations, the goal of discipline is to protect the group
and the individuals within it. Expressly prohibited are corporal punishment and cruel and severe
punishment.
Page 7ETHICAL BEHAVIOR
Our goal is to create an environment that supports ethical and sportsmanlike behavior at BYC.
We want to stress proactivity rather than retroactivity as we strive to give our sailors the tools
they need in order to make positive choices. We want BYC’s sailors to be known for their
friendly, hardworking, positive, and sportsmanlike attitudes above all else.
All of us, including the Director, Committee members, coaches, instructors, and parents
should work together with our junior sailors to accomplish this goal. We hope the
suggestions below will prove helpful:
1. Give your sailors the support that they need to help them make ethical choices.
2. Encourage a focus on performance rather than outcome; separate the performer from
the performance; help sailors set realistic goals/expectations for themselves.
3. Use the BYC Junior Sailing ethics guidelines and our Code of Conduct as a centerpiece for
the Sailor's behavior.
Guideline #1:
Exemplary sailors always know and abide by the Racing Rules of Sailing. They promptly take
a penalty or retire when they know they have broken a rule or file a protest only when
appropriate.
Guideline #2:
Exemplary sailors always obey event regulations on and off the water.
Guideline #3:
Exemplary sailors are organized, prepared, and always responsible for their own equipment.
Guideline #4:
Sailors always show respect to fellow sailors and those helping to run regattas and programs.
Guidelines for Parents:
1. Please support the Sailing Staff’s decisions. The coaches and instructors have the
best interests of your sailor and their team at heart.
2. Place winning in the context of fun, good sportsmanship and fair play. Emphasize
developmental goals rather than outcome goals.
3. Promote the total sport of sailing, not just racing.
4. As spectators, remain in designated areas and manage motorboats with the highest
level of safety.
5. Remember that any coaching during a race (from first warning signal to finish) is
prohibited under the Racing Rules of Sailing.
6. Show respect for race officials and regatta rules.
Page 87. Understand that race officials must uphold event regulations on and off the water.
8. Be thoroughly acquainted with the Racing Rules of Sailing; encourage adherence to
those rules and teach not only the rules, but also the procedures to be followed in
the present process.
9. Assist all sailors to develop to their fullest potential.
10. Encourage sailors to be organized and responsible for their own equipment. Insist
sailors respect the property of others.
COMMUNICATION
The sailing staff is committed to keeping an open line of communication with the
students/athletes and their parents or legal guardian. We will do our best to address any
concern or questions promptly through appropriate means of communication. Please note that
different types of communication are best for different situations. Mass communications and
group information will most often be disseminated via email. Individual concerns and questions
(even if they may concern the group) are best discussed through private email, over the phone,
or in person.
Often, concerns can be easily addressed via email or phone first. Should calling not resolve the
issue, a pre-arranged meeting is often the best way to professionally discuss concerns. Planning
allows parents and coaches to sit down, analyze the situation objectively, receive feedback, and
to collaboratively resolve issues. Please schedule meetings or conferences ahead of time to
avoid any conflicts with practice or other projects.
As part of our communications policy, BYC Junior Program emphasizes that we are here to build
robust and well-rounded athletes who self-advocate and engage in professional conversation.
Encourage your sailor to self-advocate directly with our coaching staff. We always welcome
parent communication, but for the benefit of the athletes’ growth, self-advocacy should be their
first line of communication. If a student feels uncomfortable talking to a staff member directly,
suggest they communicate through their team captain or another BYC Sailing staff member.
Easy steps for good communication for the parent or legal guardian of a Student/Athlete:
1. Email, text messaging, and social media may be used to communicate straight forward
issues: “My child is sick and cannot make practice,” “I would like to volunteer,” “Would
you please help me with regatta registration?” “How much will the trip cost?” Email, text
messaging, and social media should not be used to discuss personality conflicts, bullying
or other potentially contentious issues.
2. If there are potentially contentious issues, the parent/guardian should call the
coach/Head Instructor/Sailing Director and not use email, text messaging, or social
media.
3. If a phone call is not sufficient, a person to person meeting should be arranged with the
coach, Head Instructor, or Sailing Director.
Page 9HEALTH
The BYC Junior Sailing Program is certified annually by the State Department of Public Health and
meets all Massachusetts regulatory compliance criteria.
The BYC Junior Program has in effect a complete Health Care Policy (page14) regarding the care
of mildly ill sailors and the administration of emergency care. This policy is reviewed by all Junior
Program staff and is available to all parents to review at their request.
SAFETY
In order to ensure the safety and learning of all BYC Junior Sailing Program participants, everyone
must follow the program rules and procedures. BYC cannot tolerate any behavior that would
jeopardize the safety of the participant, other campers, instructors, or other members of the
community. We reserve the right to dismiss any child from the program, without refund, for
failure to comply with our rules, policies and procedures.
FIRE DRILLS
Fire drills shall be held within the first 24 hours of the beginning of each camping session. Fire
drills will be held once per session, which equates to four times per season.
Fire Evacuation Plan: In case of a fire emergency on land, all students will proceed to the flag
pole to receive further instructions. The Head Instructor will call 911 and instructors will be in
charge of making sure all students are accounted for. In case of a fire emergency on the water,
all students will be taken away from the burning boat, brought to land and the instructors will
make sure everyone is accounted for. The Head Instructor will call 911 and notify the Harbor
Master. An entry into the incident log will be made once the situation is secure. This fire
evacuation plan has been approved by the local fire department.
DISASTER PLAN
In case of a natural disaster, all students will be brought off the water and accounted for.
Students will then walk up to the Sippican Elementary School escorted by instructors. The local
police will be contacted. Parents will be notified and will pick the students up at Sippican
Elementary where parents will sign each student out. Students and instructors will also follow
the Beverly Yacht Club Hurricane plan.
Page 10SIGN-IN/OUT PROCEDURE
When parents drop children off, they will park on Water St. or Vine St. and walk with their child
to the Junior Clubhouse. Each student must be signed in by a parent or legal guardian. Only those
approved for self-dismissal may sign themselves in each morning. Parents will pick students up
from the Junior Clubhouse and those that are not approved for self-dismissal will remain at the
Junior Clubhouse until signed out by a parent. A parent-designated individual must be identified
in writing using a form available in the Junior Club House. Alternatively, the form can be
downloaded from the Junior Program page of the web site.
BYC Instructors are responsible for sailors during class time only. The Junior Sailing Program is
mandated to operate under very specific State Camp Regulations. For this reason, at the end of
each class, sailors may only be released to a parent or a parent-designated individual. A parent-
designated individual must be identified in writing using a form available in the Junior Club
House. Alternatively, the form can be downloaded from the Junior Program page of the web
site. BYC is required to enforce the regulation regarding end-of-class pick-ups. Please
understand and respect this requirement, being sure that that you or a parent-designated
individual pick your child(ren) up PROMPTLY. Instructors will not escort children off the BYC
property. Students must be signed out or self-dismissed after each class.
ATTENDANCE
Policy REQUIRES parents to inform BYC Junior Program staff if their child is not attending a
scheduled class. Please call the Junior Clubhouse at (508) 748-1737 a minimum of 30 minutes
prior to the class's start time. Student tardiness will be recorded.
EQUIPMENT
1) Life Jackets (PFDs): Every sailor in the Program must provide and properly wear an
appropriate U.S. Coast Guard approved life jacket at all times while on the water and
docks. The jacket must be in good condition, fit properly (too big is as bad as too small),
and have an attached whistle. Jackets should be made of a bright color, and be clearly
labeled with the sailor's name.
2) Shoes: Shoes are required at all times including, on the docks and in the boats. Aqua
socks work well, canvas sneakers, dingy booties, and safely closed toed sports sandals.
Open-toed Tevas sandals and the like are NOT acceptable footwear.
3) Water: Please bring a water bottle to class each day, labeled with sailor's name.
4) Sun Protection: Sunscreen (SPF 30 or higher), applied PRIOR to class start time is
required of all sailors. Sunglasses, hats, and long-sleeve tech shirts are HIGHLY
recommended for all sailors.
5) Towel and a Change of Clothes: Please put in a waterproof bag with the items above
Page 11SAFETY REQUIREMENTS TO SAIL IN THE PROGRAM:
1) Swim Test: Comfort in the water is a fundamental part of safe sailing. All junior sailors,
regardless of age or number of years in the Program, are required to take a swim
test. Sailors must be able to swim 75 feet and tread water for one minute WITHOUT
buoyancy aids. Swimmers are then asked to put on their life jackets while in the water to
test buoyancy. The test will take place on the first day of class.
2) Medical Form: No child will be allowed to sail without a current medical form and up-
to-date immunization record on file. The physical/medical form must be dated within 24
months of the sailor's LAST DAY of class.
VOLUNTEERISM
The Junior Sailing Program welcomes and needs volunteers at many of its events. Per
Massachusetts state law, “No person can be employed or volunteer at a camp until the
operator has obtained, reviewed and made a determination concerning all background
information.”
If you are interested in volunteering with the Junior Sailing Program, kindly visit Donna Leary in
the BYC office with your driver’s license to complete paperwork for a CORI/background check.
Please be sure to do this in advance of your scheduled volunteer time to allow for processing
time.
SELECTION OF JUNIOR INSTRUCTORS
At the end of the season, several of our junior sailors are selected for Junior Instructor positions
for the following year. Criteria for selection include: a positive level of participation throughout
the summer, willingness to help younger sailors, less-talented sailors, and the staff, and sailing
performance. A prospective Junior Instructor must have completed sophomore year of high
school.
Applicants must submit an application, and the Sailing and Head Instructor review the
applications. References and feedback is sought from the applicants coach(es), instructors, and
the Junior Committee. A Junior instructorship is a one-year position, but may be re-applied for in
following years.
Junior Instructors receive free tuition to the Program, uniforms, and lunch from the snack bar OR
$11 per hour with approval from the Sailing Director. They are expected to teach all morning
sessions, and afternoon sessions (fewer) Monday through Friday. Junior Instructors are given
direct responsibility and are vital to the operation of the Junior Program. As a result a full summer
commitment is expected. Junior Instructors will require a Safe Boating Certificate. We
understand that Junior Instructors have other athletic and academic commitments, and in an
Page 12effort to accommodate as many sailors as possible, the Program Director will allow a Junior
Instructor one week off during the season as long as the Junior Instructor notifies the Sailing
Director with at least 3 weeks' notice.
PRIVATE LESSON POLICY
$55 per hour, per child for Race Team Coaches
$45 per hour, per child for Senior Instructors
These lessons are designed to enhance a sailor's skills through individualized instruction. Private
lessons cost $55 per hour, per child for Race Team Coaches and $45 per hour, per child for Senior
Instructors. Please fill out the form online and you will be contacted by the coach/instructor to
arrange a time and date for the lesson.
Private lessons are available to nonmember who are not enrolled in the junior sailing program at
an upcharge of $15/hour. We hope by expanding the option for private lessons we will be able
to grow our junior sailing program.
BYC enforces a 24-hour cancellation policy on all private lessons.
RACING OPPORTUNITIES AT BYC
Annual Charles A. R. Pickles Wacky Race
The Charles A.R. Pickles Wacky Race will be held Monday August 6, 2018. The race is focused on
having as much fun on the water as possible, and is dedicated to Charles Pickles, a former Opti
Green instructor at BYC who taught that having fun on the water was the fastest way around the
race course.
Tuesday Night Around the Buoys
Join other Opti sailors to get a fun introduction to racing. Tuesday Night around the buoys will be
an opportunity for sailors to get a small taste of racing. With no winners or losers and everyone
getting a popsicle at the end of the night it is all about building skills and having fun.
Tuesday Night, Wednesday Night, Thursday Night, and Saturday Racing
Junior sailors are welcome to participate in Club fleet racing. Crew is often needed, and
arrangements can be made informally at the Club. Put your name on the bulletin board if you
are interested in a slot.
Page 13BEVERLY YACHT CLUB JUNIOR REGATTA
Date: August 12-14, 2019, Registration afternoon/evening of August 12th.
Race Committee Chair: Ali Mitchell, Program Director
Sailor Eligibility: This is an invitational regatta. All junior sailors must be 18 years or under and
belong to a Southern Massachusetts Sailing Association (SMSA) club or those clubs which have
received an invitation from BYC.
Boat Eligibility: 420, Optimist, O'Pen BIC and lasers
Registration: Pre–registration must be completed online 2 weeks prior to registration day. Due
to the popular nature of the BJR, it is most important for those sailors wishing to participate to
reserve their spot in a timely manner. There is no registration by paper/fax.
Borrowed Boat Assignment: Club boats will be available for use during the junior regatta. Sailors
in the 420 Race and 420 Green Race classes will have priority. Optimist sailors from Opti Race
and Opti Green Race will have priority. Boats will be awarded for the entire regatta. There is no
fee for a borrowed boat for the Beverly Junior Regatta. Sailing Director reserves the right to
assign boats using her discretion.
Page 14JUNIOR SAILOR FOOD PRIVELEGES
Junior Sailors have charging privileges for Snack Bar food and beverages only. The BYC staff and
management accept no responsibility for monitoring such privileges. These Junior Sailors must
be present when any food and beverage charges are being made on their account. Use of a
membership number is a privilege exclusive to that individual only.
*Junior Program Members do not have dining room privileges. Junior Program Members may
order food for themselves at the snack bar window only.
BEVERLY YACHT CLUB HEALTH CARE PROXY
Illness or Injury…
1) Any sailor complaining of mild medical discomfort or injury shall be escorted back to the
Junior Clubhouse.
2) The staff shall assist the sailor until the discomfort ceases.
3) A parent or emergency contact will be notified if the discomfort continues or of an injury.
4) No medication will be administered by BYC Staff. Medications such as Epipen and asthma
inhalers may be self-administered by sailors if, and only if, permission is documented on
the medical release form signed by parents.
5) The emergency 911 system is in effect.
Daily Health Supervision
a. All students attending class are expected to be healthy. If a student is not
healthy at the time of arrival, he/she will be assessed by the Head Instructor
under the supervision of the health care consultant (if necessary). If the child
is deemed to be healthy enough to sail and is not posing a risk to other
students, he/she will be allowed to sail, otherwise he/she will be sent home.
b. In the event of a minor injury, an instructor will administer first aid, and the
incident will be entered into the medical log.
Physical Examinations by Physician and Certificate of Immunization
c. Every camper is to provide to the camp the following, prepared and signed by a
licensed health care provider:
(1) A health history;
(2) A report of a physical examination conducted during the
preceding 24 months; and
(3) A certificate of immunization.
Page 15d. Every camper prior to attending camp has to provide to the camp:
(1) A current medical history which lists allergies, required
medications and any health conditions or impairments which may
affect the individual’s activities while attending the camp. The
medical history shall be signed by a parent or guardian, or by a
licensed health care provider.
BOAT BORROWING POLICIES
In general, boat borrowing policies are governed by Waterfront Rule #18 in the BYC
Yearbook. Rule #18 states:
Club-owned boats may only be operated by members, staff and other individuals with the prior
permission of a Flag Officer or the General Manager, Sailing Director or Junior Program Head
Instructor and completion of the appropriate sign-out/sign-in form.
What does this mean to you as a Junior sailor?
1) When a boat is not in use by the Junior Program, it is available Monday through Friday
during Junior Sailing Program hours at no charge for extracurricular sailing within
Sippican Harbor both originating and ending at the Club, and for regattas approved by
the Sailing Director.
2) At all times, while you are in possession of a Club boat, you are responsible for the boat
and your crew.
3) You must sign a boat out before use and sign it back in after use at all times. A sign out
sheet will be available at the Junior Club House.
4) The care and maintenance of the Club boats is essential to the functioning of the Junior
Sailing Program. Those who use Club boats are responsible for the replacement of lost
or broken items. The Program will purchase any replacement items needed and bill the
appropriate person.
5) Boats MUST be returned in working order. If damage occurs, please fill out a damage
report and notify the Program Director.
6) Boats will not be available on any basis for transportation to another location for
recreational sailing other than an activity/event sanctioned by BYC officers. To
participate in these sanctioned events using BYC boats/equipment, you must be
representing BYC.
7) The use of Junior Program boats will only be permitted if it does not conflict with other
program activities.
8) There must be strict adherence to the requirement that a (Junior) member be in the boat
at all times to ensure compliance with the requirements of insurance coverage.
Page 169) Boats for the Junior Regatta will be distributed by junior program staff. All juniors and
other interested sailors should place their names on the list. Those not receiving boats
for a given week will have first priority for the following week’s races. If a boat has been
awarded and reserved for a sailor, it is that sailor's responsibility to notify the Program
Director if he/she cannot use the boat, to allow another sailor to use it. Failure to notify
the Program Director could result in exclusion from future lotteries.
10) Use of the boats is at your own risk. When using a boat independently in Sippican
Harbor, please note that the possible presence of any BYC staff member in the area does
not constitute supervision of the sailor either on or off the water.
11) Boats taken off premises for BYC sanctioned events must be returned within 24 hours of
completion of said event/use to be made available to others in the Junior Sailing
Program.
420, OPTI and O'Pen BIC BOAT & EQUIPMENT – REGATTAS
1) Boats and equipment may only be signed out for regattas approved by the BYC Flag
Officers, Junior Program chairperson and Junior Program Director.
2) Boats are assigned by Program staff and, in some instances, via a lottery process.
3) A new check out form must be filled out for each interval that boats and equipment are
to be removed from Club grounds or docks. It is the responsibility of the borrower to
return the charter boat in original condition.
4) In case of damage or lost equipment, a damage report must be filled out through the
Junior Sailing Program Office. The barrower will need to replace the lost items at their
own expense and may be billed for hours and material to fix substantial damage.
5) Responsibilities of both the 420/Opti/BIC coach and the borrower (and his/her respective
family/guardian) during the stated interval and at regattas are given in this Handbook.
6) Program participants borrowing and using Club boats and equipment are considered to
be representing the Club and shall act in accordance with the guidelines stated in the
Handbook.
7) Use of the boats is at your own risk. When a boat is not being used as part of an event
sanctioned by BYC with BYC staff present and participating in an activity, the possible
presence of any BYC staff member in the area does not constitute supervision of the sailor
either on or off the water.
8) Off-Site Regattas: Parents are responsible for transportation to and from regattas for
sailors and equipment. BYC staff is not authorized to drive junior sailors. Junior sailors
are not permitted to drive/transport BYC boats and/or trailers it is the responsibility of
parents and coaches.
9) Regatta registration is available online. Visit the Southern Massachusetts Sailing
Association (SMSA) website at www.southernmasssailing.com for regatta links.
Page 17JUNIOR SAILING PERPETUAL AWARDS OF 2018
Barden Memorial Trophy
This award, given in memory of Fred and Jennie Barden, is awarded to a member of the Junior Sailing
Program for outstanding sportsmanship and corinthianship.
.................................................................................................................................... Hannah Peters
Brownell Memorial Trophy
The family of Susan Brownell, a Junior Member of the Beverly Yacht Club, donated this trophy at the time
of her death. It is awarded for ability, sportsmanship and general improvement over the summer.
................................................................................................................................... Jack Goodwin
Elizabeth Keyser Evans Memorial Trophy
This award, given in memory of Liza Evans, is awarded to a member of the Junior Sailing Program for a
positive attitude on and off the water.
....................................................................................................................................... Isabelle Kelly
Nelson Hartstone Memorial Trophy
This trophy is given by the Hartstone family in memory of H. Nelson Hartstone. It is awarded to a member
of the Junior Program for "excellence".
........................................................................................................................................ Luke Tougas
Angier Seamanship Trophy
This trophy is awarded to the winner of a "seamanship" competition held in Dyer Flyers, Lasers, and
Bullseyes. The trophy was not awarded between 1969 and 1981, but was reinstated in 1982 at the
suggestion of Past Commodore Richard W. Angle.
....................................................................................................................................... Maeve Egger
S. Willard Bridges Trophy
This trophy is given by the Bridges family in memory of S. Willard Bridges. It is awarded to the beginning
sailor who has made an outstanding personal achievement in the Junior Sailing Program.
.................................................................................................................. Samuel Kendall Crumpton
Lane Trophy
This trophy is given by the Lane family to help promote sailing skills as fostered under the BYC Junior
Program.
................................................................................................................................. Sophia Clingman
Myron Markel Trophy
The Markel family in memory of Myron Markel gives this trophy. It honors a member of the BYC Junior
Program who has shown a dedication and love of sailing. This person has a willingness to learn and the
drive and perseverance to achieve and master sailing skills.
................................................................................................................................... Elizabeth Russo
Charles A.R. Pickles Memorial Trophy
This trophy is awarded annually in memory of Charles A.R. Pickles to the Optimist Green Fleet Sailor who
had the most fun while improving their sailing skills.
................................................................................................................................... Grace Goodwin
Page 18Max Warburg Memorial Trophy
Max Warburg was a member of the BYC Junior Program in 1989 and 1990. In memory of Max, his family
gives this award to the member of the BYC intermediate program who best perpetuates these attributes:
Determination – which enabled him to learn well the skills of sailing;
Courage – which enabled him to try hard in the face of wind and waves;
Sensitivity – which enabled him to assist in the maximum achievement and enjoyment for all.
....................................................................................................................................Galen Nourjian
JUNIOR SAILING ANNUAL AWARDS
Instructors Trophy
The Junior Program Instructors give this award to anyone for any reason.
............................................................................................................................ Kellie Crete
Junior Sailing Program Mentor Trophy
The Mentor Award recognizes a person who creates or provides a significant opportunity for BYC Junior
Program participants to sail or race outside of the Program's curriculum.
Mentor Award was: This award is given at the discretion of the Junior Sailing Committee to the Beverly
Yacht Club member who does the most to advance the skills and enthusiasm of our future racers while
welcoming young crew on his or her boat during summer series races. A new weekly racing log book will
be available in the Junior Clubhouse for the juniors to report their weekly racing activities. This will help
us determine the series racers who included the most junior racers.
........................................................................................................................ Twice Tougas
Page 19THE JUNIOR SAILING COMMITTEE
The Junior Sailing Committee supports the functioning, funding, volunteering, hosting, and
parental involvement of the Junior Program. No program can thrive without the continued
committed help and involvement of parents and dedicated members who want to see BYC's
Junior Program flourish today and for years to come. Particular responsibilities of the committee
and parents are Cookie Day, 4th of July Parade Float, Take it to the Max Dance, Pirate Day, the
Junior Auction, Pickles Wacky Race, Beverly Junior Regatta (volunteering, support, hosting,
awards, etc…), and Junior Cups and Flags.
The Junior Sailing Committee is deliberately large, providing a broad cross-section of perspectives
and opinions. The Committee meets monthly throughout the year. All interested members are
invited to attend the Junior Sailing Committee meetings. Please contact the Committee Chair for
the meeting times and locations.
Committee Chair: Joe Vergoni
Program Director: Ali Mitchell
Committee Members: Kellie Crete
Jeff Egger
Heather Goodwin
Linda Goodwin
Joe Guard
Andrea Van Inwegen
Twice Tougas
Johanna Vergoni
Phyllis Partridge
Page 20REGATTA EQUIPMENT LIST
The following Equipment List is helpful to check against when preparing for a regatta.
NOTE: Label EVERYTHING with a permanent marker; your clothing,
boat parts, boat covers, dolly, dolly wheels…EVERYTHING!
For the Boat:
Sails Knife
Spars Duct tape
Lines Bailer with a line attached
Blades Dolly
Life jacket Protest Flag
Extra sail ties
L Zip lock to hold race instructions
For the Sailor:
Hat Shoes or hiking boots
Sunglasses Spray top
Sun block Spray Pants (opt)
Water bottle Shortie wet suit
Snacks Bathing suit & towel
Rule book
Watch with countdown timer – Timex ironman or better
Hiking shorts (opt.) for long regattas really save backsides.
Polar fleece sweatshirt or long underwear (warm when wet)
Gloves, regular sailing or if cold day try dishwashing gloves with polar fleece liners
underneath
Things to Check:
Airbags
Bridle preventer
Bow line – 36 feet long with a bowline at the end
Boom Preventer
2 Bailors attached with bungee
A Few Recommended Dinghy Gear Vendors:
Sturgis Boat Works: West Yarmouth http://www.sturgisboatworks.com/
Annapolis APSLTD.com: great on-line store http://www.apsltd.com/
Team One Newport (foul weather gear) http://www.team1newport.com/
West Marine Stores in Fairhaven, MA & Middletown, RI
Page 21EMERGENCY CONTACT NUMBERS – 2019
Jr. Clubhouse 508-748-1737
VHF 74
Main Clubhouse 508-748-0540
VHF 68
Emergency 911
Police 508-748-1212
Fire 508-748-1177
Harbor Master 508-748-3535
VHF 9 & 16
Poison Control 800-222-1222
Tobey Hospital – Emergency 508-273-4180
Tobey Hospital – Main Number 508-295-0880
Fleet Surgeon – Dr. Michael Popitz 617-435-1016
Jr. Sailing Committee Chair – Joe Vergoni 508-326-6073
Sailing Director – Ali Mitchell (c) 978-855-1144
By Land:
Beverly Yacht Club
99 Water Street
Marion, MA 02738
Coordinates:
N 41° 42’ 11”
W 70° 45’ 34”
Page 22JUNIOR SAILING PROGRAM (JSP) REGATTA AGREEMENT 2019
The following Regatta Agreement is necessary for regatta participation.
The success of our program is dependent on the positive attitude of all participants – junior sailors,
instructors and especially, parents. Parents are expected to support instructors in their efforts as
positive role models for our junior sailors. Please be courteous to instructors. Any complaints and
concerns should be brought to the attention of our Program Director or a member of the Junior
Committee. While traveling to other clubs, please do not forget you are representing ALL members of
BYC.
Instructors are not permitted to drive junior sailors on roads/highways. Coaches are not responsible
for supervising or chaperoning sailors at regattas. They are responsible for coaching only. A parent or
designated guardian with written consent must be on hand at the event in case of emergency.
Junior sailors not permitted to drive club owned trailers or equipment on roads/highways.
COMMUNICATION IS ESSENTIAL - Parents and instructors must coordinate assignment of transportation
of sailors and equipment to and from events. Please check weekly with instructors to confirm which
event(s) each sailor is scheduled to attend. Email and cell phones are the easiest tools for
communicating transportation logistics.
All regatta information is online. Check www.Beverlyyachtclub.org, The google calendar and
www.smsailing.org for regatta listings and registrations including deadlines, fees, directions and phone
numbers of host clubs.
Many events are mid-week, as well as, on weekends – plan your time off accordingly – look ahead – and
get involved early on. Leave lots of extra travel time – expect the unexpected with kids and boats. Early
registration for events eliminates late fees. No sympathy for those claiming to be unaware!
A successful season is dependent on your involvement as a Volunteer!!
Rules/guidelines as stated in “BYC JSP Handbook” apply to all participants- junior sailors, instructors
and parents.
This agreement form can be printed from the BYC website and must be signed by parents and sailors
and returned to the coach prior to regatta participation.
Parents' Signature: ______________________________________
Racer's Signature: ______________________________________
Page 23JUNIOR SAILING HANDBOOK AGREEMENT
With our signatures below, we attest that we received, read and understand the
2019 BYC Junior Sailing Handbook. Further, we agree to comply with all
guidelines and policies as outlined in the handbook.
Junior Sailor Signature:
Date:
Print Name:
Parent/Guardian Signature:
Date:
Print Name:
Please sign and return this page to the BYC office.
Beverly Yacht Club | 99 Water Street, PO Box 181 | Marion, MA 02738-0181
Phone: 508-748-0540 | Fax: 508-748-0771 | Junior Clubhouse: 508-748-1737
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