Cruising Between Christmas and New Year
End of 2020 sailing celebration
Cruising Talk
Please book your table here
Gordon and Louise Coates picked up the Elba 45 catamaran vessel and sailed it from Saint-Tropez in the south of France, to Gibraltar, where they picked up a friend, and then on to the Canary Islands, across the Atlantic Ocean to Martinique, through the Panama Canal and on to Tahiti, are relieved to be back with family and friends after the coronavirus pandemic hit while they were sailing a catamaran home from France.
The last leg of their 13,500 kilometre "bucket list" voyage was extremely harrowing for Gordon and Louise Coates. After going through the Panama Canal, they sailed to Tahiti but were forbidden to land on any of the outer islands. "We put our faith in technology, including our satellite communication system, and the seaworthiness of the boat”.
Twenty-eight days later, and after sailing through the tail end of Cyclone Harold, they arrived at Southport in Queensland, where they were ordered into hotel isolation.
Cruising Talk
You are invited to a talk by Chris Morgan (Wild Goose crew) at RMYC- Port Hacking on Tuesday 3rd March, 6.30pm – 7.30pm (Dinner from 7.30pm), on; Buying a boat in Europe and sailing the Med
- How to save money buying a boat in Europe- then enjoy sailing the Med
- 70 Greek Islands , 13,000 miles and 9 seasons later
- One couples journey – with crew from the Shire
Also; Barbara (Sweet Chariot crew) will talk on her experiences crewing for Chris in the Med.
Attending: (59) Rowe-2, Barter-2, David Blake-1, Jeanne/Noel Sorrenti-2, Graham Crowther-1, Martin Tabone-2, Barbara Anderson-1, Tim Dodds-1, Barry Saunders-2, Jim and Ginny Lupton-2, Rex Levi-3, Graeme Amey-1, Kevin Oldfield-2, David Harper-2, Nic Hoiles-2, Bill Dickson-2, Jordan Scott-1, Phil Jobe-6, David Newton-1, John Hume-5, Chris Morgan-4, Luke Streater-1, Brett Parr-1, Steven Ide-2, Harold Mattner-2, Adam Lewis-1, Lynne Ward-1, Marion Howell-3, Gordon Knight-2.
Can't make it this time: David Cartmer, Gary Fielder, Ken Teiffel, Russel Barnes, Peter Rochaix, Ian Lee, Dave Mackay, Allan Shardlow, Jim Crowhurst, James Parsons, Jason Smit, Ralph Skelton, Craig Boddington, Don Parker, Ray Lewis, Glenn Smith, Jared Macquart, Bill Gawne, Keith Chidsey, Chris Milross, Andy Crawford, Dave Johnston, Kenneth Lee, David Charlton, Christopher Wilkins, Tony Galwey, Edith Cartmer, Leo Delisson, Neil Rendell, Mark Pescud, Steven Saunders, Steve Dykes.
Christmas Celebrations 18th December 2019 (Completed)
After last Wednesday Twilight race of 2019.
Prizes will be awarded for the following;
- Best decorated boat - Yknot (determined by raffle).
- Best decorated table - L'attitude/Possible Dream (by bar staff).
- Winner of the "Selling Season series" - Mangrove Jack.
- Winner of the "Investment series" - L'attitude (on count-back with 2 others on 39 points).
- Winner of the last race - L'attitude (Determined by draw).
Join in the Christmas celebrations.
Cruising North Talk
Presentation Night Tuesday 26th November 6pm.
RMYC Port Hacking, Restaurant.
Cruising North 2019.
A short presentation and discussion on 5 Port Hacking yachts which cruised along the New South Wales and Queensland Coast from May till November 2019.
Topics covered are;
- The Preparation and planning
- Cruising the coast and islands
- Highlights and Challenges
Attendees are encourage to arrive at 6 pm and pre-order meals to be ready for a 7:30pm finish.
For catering purposes please register your interest and numbers to Bill Dickson by SMS to 0428 927 071
Discover Sailing Day
Port Hacking Sailing is proud to join Australian Sailing and fellow yacht & sailing clubs nationwide to offer a day for everyone to "Discover Sailing"
Our Discover Sailing Day is designed to show members of the community just how much fun, how safe and how affordable sailing can be. It is a great way to find out if you would like to learn more about sailing, develop your skills and take up sailing as a sport or pastime.
We welcome you to our Club to enjoy a new activity, see our Shire from a different angle, join us for a bite to eat and to socialise with other fun-loving Shire residents!
As you will be sailing on a keelboat/yacht from 20ft (6m) to 50ft (15m) with an experienced crew we cannot cater for children under 18 years of age due to life jacket and parental/guardian requirements.
We provide the boats & safety equipment, along with a light lunch – all you have to do is wear comfortable clothes & enclosed non-marking shoes, bring a hat, some sunscreen and bucket loads of enthusiasm!
A dedicated host will welcome you to the Club, answer any questions about sailing and ensure you have an enjoyable and safe day out.
We highly recommend that you register online in advance to secure your spot!
Many thanks, James Morgan (0468 495 848)
Wattamolla 21-July-2019
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Can't make it this time: Possible Dream, Reve, Yknot, Whispering, Sailmates, SteadFast, Kite Runner, Juggernaut, Wild Goose, Airstream.
Lisa Blair Presentation
Tuesday 19th March 2019 RMYC 6pm drinks.
Talk by Lisa from 6:30 for approximately 60 minutes with question time. Biography-Lisa Blair
More: Solo around Antarctica / Solo around Australia
Tuesday 19th March 2019 RMYC 6pm drinks.
Talk by Lisa from 6:30 for approximately 60 minutes with question time. Biography-Lisa Blair
More: Solo around Antarctica / Solo around Australia
All are welcome and what a great opportunity to bring sons, daughters, wives and husbands along to listen to this inspiring young woman. There will be a $20 collection which goes directly to Lisa to fund her work.
Lisa first discovered boats when she was 22, working as a hostess on a sailing boat in the Whitsundays, yet had sailed around the world by the time she was 27 clocking up over 50,000 nautical miles. By then, she'd already decided her natural step forward would be to go solo and this has seen her add another 20,000 nautical miles to her experience.
Lisa comments "I now love the solo aspect of sailing and that there's no one else to rely on. If I don't get up and check the instruments or fix what's broken, there's no one else to pick up the slack. For me it's the challenge of keeping both myself, and Climate Action Now together."
All are welcome and what a great opportunity to bring sons, daughters, wives and husbands along to listen to this inspiring young woman. There will be a $20 collection which goes directly to Lisa to fund her work.
Lisa first discovered boats when she was 22, working as a hostess on a sailing boat in the Whitsundays, yet had sailed around the world by the time she was 27 clocking up over 50,000 nautical miles. By then, she'd already decided her natural step forward would be to go solo and this has seen her add another 20,000 nautical miles to her experience.
Lisa comments "I now love the solo aspect of sailing and that there's no one else to rely on. If I don't get up and check the instruments or fix what's broken, there's no one else to pick up the slack. For me it's the challenge of keeping both myself, and Climate Action Now together."