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Yard Storage for Kayaks & Ski's
Storage space is at an all time high for storing kayak's, stand-up's and ski's. If you own any of the following craft, could you please contact yard master James Everett on 0435 994 173, to discuss your winter storage fees or collection of craft.
Keelboat News
Results
Winter Fun Friday Series (Race 7)
Originally scheduled for Friday 18th, the race was postponed to be run on Sunday 20th. A good decision as the wind was 30 kts on Friday afternoon. Definitely not suitable for a fun race. Sunday’s race was run in a 10 kts or less west/north-west breeze on a sunny afternoon. Course 1 was selected. Six boats started with 23 crew. Two new boats joined the Friday Fun fleet, with Amity and Anthea starting for the first time. Four boats started at 6 seconds from start time, with Lumiere at 12 seconds and Amity at 60 seconds.
On the first beat out to 25, Yknot and Shimmer went to the right and had better breeze. A lift enabled them to take time out of the other boats. Amity went well to the left and found the Arthurs Seat wind shadow. First around 25 was Lumiere followed by Anthea and Marrakesh. The wind dropped as the boats sailed to R1, with boat speeds dropping to 3 kts. Anthea and Amity retired on this leg of the course.
The next view the race officers had was the great sight of four boats in close proximity with the backdrop of the winter sun on calm waters. We watched as Shimmer overtook Yknot and Marrakesh, then Yknot passed Marrakesh. Shimmer had their first win for the series followed by Yknot, Marrakesh and then Lumiere. All boats finished in a space of 5 minutes.
Race Officer for the day was Glenys Hitchen, a National Race Officer from Davey’s Bay Yacht Club. Glenys will be well known to sailors from the club as the PRO for the Petersville regatta at BYS, and Race Officer for the Festival of Sails at Geelong, RBYC, and SheSails. We were very fortunate to have her experience in the tower. Dawn Clark assisted with records and Greg Clark managed the lights. Overall, a wonderful afternoon of winter sailing for all competitors.
Next race Friday 1st September.
This Week's Race
Brass Monkey Winter Pursuit Series (Race 7)
Sunday 27th August 2023
| First Warning Signal: | 09.55H Pursuit Start |
| Race Officer: | Amanda Malin |
| Tower Assistant: | Glenys Hitchen |
2023-24 Summer Program
The 2023-24 Summer Season is fast approaching. Part 1 of the program and roster has now been published on the website (under Keelboats Race Documents) and can be viewed HERE. We are hoping it will be a bumper season both on and off the water. Please mark important dates in your calendar – especially if you are rostered on for duty. Also note we are holding the Skipper and Crews Meeting before the season starts (on Sunday 24 September).
ORCV News
The ORCV are exited to let you know that entries for the Rudder Cup (Melbourne to Devonport) are now open.
For more information and to enter the 'Oldest Race in Australia' please click here
Paynesville Classic Boat Rally
A three-day celebration of classic boats, maritime culture and cruising on the Gippsland Lakes
If it's older than 25 years, or of classic design and lines ... you just might see it at the rally!
On land or on water, there are so many opportunities to see these magnificent boats up close and in action across the weekend.
On land or on water, there are so many opportunities to see these magnificent boats up close and in action across the weekend.
Apply to enter a classic boat (over 25yrs or of classic lines & design) click here.
For more information please go to our website at: www.paynesvilleclassicboatrally.com.au
Thank You
Club Merchandise
Get you order in now to ensure that you are decked out in the latest Club Merchandise for he start of the 2023-2024 season Contact Marg Fleming on her email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. to discuss your options. The youth t-shirts (with names on them) will have another order put in soon, so if you missed out on first round orders, please contact Marg to make sure you get one in the next batch, which will be processed by end of March. These t-shirts have been a hit with the juniors and will be great to wear to regatta's etc.
Photo Of The Week
Hamish McColl (OTB sailor) sailing in Croatia with Medisailors.
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