THE NEWSLETTER OF THE PORT CYGNET SAILING CLUB INC It s AGM time - again! The Annual General Meeting of the Port Cygnet Sailing Club Inc will be held at the clubhouse. 7.30pm on 12 August 2014 Looking forward. Looking back Looking forward looking back We ve come a long way down the track Got a long way left to go The words of this Slim Dusty song certainly in many ways reflect the mood of the times at the PCSC. Looking back one must recognize that It has been something of a frenetic year with the Regatta planning and accomplishment being a main focus from the last AGM in August 2013 until March. The commitment and stress that resulted was considerable and it is with some regret that we learned that Wendy Le Cornu has decided it is time to move on and have some time for other pursuits so she has relinquished her role as Publicity officer and Assistant Secretary. We acknowledge and thank Wendy for all the work she has undertaken for the club. Her witty and insightful sailing reports in the Huon News, in particular, have been and will continue to be sorely missed. With regular weekly meetings with either the racing or the social committee held throughout the latter half of 2013 and early 2014 it was a challenge for the members of the committees, but even more so for the Commodore, Chris Le Cornu, Regatta Secretary Chris Holiday, Regatta Finance director Rob Banfield and the Social organizer Wendy LeCornu. We all recognize that the Regatta was a great success a testament to the commitment of all the organisers and not forgetting the willing club members who gave up their time to assist in making the event the success it was. Junior Sailing continues to thrive, with the efforts of Dave Golding, Peter Manthorpe and their trusty crew of parents and friends ensuring that the many young people who took part gained a very valuable experience. Dave has reflected on the year and although he has expressed his willingness to continue running the course for another season, he acknowledges that other people may need to stand up and take on the program in the future. This year has also seen the building of the St Ayle s Skiff that has a regular workout with two groups rowing the The Swan every week. They are looking forward to participating the St Ayles Skiff Championships Tasmania) in 2015. These championships will be held as part of the Huon Riverfest in Franklin in February 2015 under the auspices of the Living Boat Trust. More crews are needed in a number of age groups so if you are keen please contact John Archer through the Club. The skiff was built with a $13,000 grant and with some club funding. It is tied up at the club jetty and the rowers are all associate members. They have certainly brought a new dimension to the club this year. Looking forward and our next major event which is the AGM. There will certainly be some changes with a number of office bearers already signaling that they will not be re-nominating for a position. There will be some large gaps to fill. It is therefore important that members recognize that a club does not run itself and that others need to take on a role to help the club work effectively in the interest of all members. A nomination form is included in this Newsletter. Please consider what you can bring to the club by taking on a management role.
The sailing program was modified this year with a number of major changes including racing that commenced at Port Huon and each series consisting of six races. The Etchell fleet grew to seven with the addition of Lenny Holland s Knot on Call that had a very successful year. It was disappointing that the number of Etchells actually racing decreased progressively over the season. The Club Etchell also was sailed very successfully by Daniel Walter but this yacht was only leased and it is now out of lease and available. If you enjoy a really competitive sail and would like to give an Etchell a go for a season please consider leasing Bushido. Pat Lee Acting Newsletter editor News from Honey Bee by Peter & Chris McHugh We had 2 weeks at Port Davey & also in Macquarie Harbour, after we left Cygnet earlier this year. Completed our circumnavigation of Tassie that we started in 1983, when we arrived in Devonport! Did some boat jobs there, then headed to the Tamar, out to Flinders & across to Eden. Our trip up the mainland coast has gone well - had some good sailing days. Enjoyed our time in Sydney in March - had a nice day at Taronga Zoo with James, our son. Spent time at Tin Can Bay, Fraser Island, Mooloolaba, Bundaberg & Pancake Creek, then Mackay in Qld. Had 10 days in Mackay early May & caught up with our daughter, Kathryn. We made it to the Wintermoon Folk Festival, 70 km north of Mackay one day. Really loved the festival - much smaller than Cygnet & very laid back in the outdoor, tropical setting. Our plans are to leave Torres Strait later July & sail through Indonesia with the Sail2Indonesia rally. We enjoyed over a month in the Whitsundays & there was a get-together for the rally at Airlie Beach mid- June. It was all new territory for us north of the Whitsundays - really loved exploring Magnetic Island. Honey Bee is now in Cairns where we are waiting for social visas for Indonesia. Have already got our Indonesian cruising permit. We will still use this email address when we have internet access overseas. Peter will keep our position up to date most of the time see http://skipr.net/honey_bee ). Regards to all at PCSC. Peter & Chris McHugh Membership Members are reminded that memberships will be due for renewal from 1 st September. Renewal forms will be sent out very shortly after the AGM. The Marine Diesel Maintenance for Beginners Course on Sunday 10th August is now open to all sexes. The course is especially designed for non mechanics but others will definitely learn something on the course that may save their lives, especially if their motor breaks down, just when they need it on the high seas. When: Sunday 10th August Where: Franklin Marine, 3349 Huon Highway, Franklin 7113 Timings: 10.00am to 4.00pm Cost: $75.00 includes excellent Manual and morning tea. Bring own lunch. Contact: Laurence Burgin. Ph: 6266 3768. Also check out the course on his web site.
PORT CYGNET SAILING CLUB Inc. ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING TUESDAY 12th AUGUST 2014 @ 7.30pm At the Clubrooms It s that time again when we elect the who s who for season 2014/2015 and it would be good to see some new nominations as all flag officers and committee positions become vacant. Please give consideration to helping the Club with an infusion of fresh ideas. It is not all that onerous. At the AGM we elect the Flag Officers, Committee Members, Sailing Captains, Sailing Committee, Publicity Officer and an Auditor.. Fees for Membership, Race, and Slipping are also set. Immediately after the AGM a General Meeting is held where the racing program and other general business is discussed.... PORT CYGNET SAILING CLUB Inc. NOMINATION FOR OFFICE BEARER 2014/2015 I, Name of Proposer):...hereby propose Name of Candidate)...for election to the position of :circle one) Commodore, Vice-Commodore, Rear Commodore, Secretary, Treasurer, Committee Member four positions) IName of Seconder):...second this proposal) I accept this nomination Signature of Candidate):.... Signature of Proposer:...Seconder:... Date:...
Website Do you have a picture or news you think suitable for inclusion on our site? If so, then please contact Pat Lee via the website www.cygnetsailing.org.au or by email: dpatlee2@bigpond.com Use of the Slipway Slipway fees are as follows: Haulout and first day $100 Racing and active members) $ 80 Next two days $10/day Next seven days $20/day Thereafter $40/day Excessive delays will be charged at an extra $50/hr. This will be charged at the Bosun s discretion. Cleanup charge after slipping $40 charged only if necessary and at the Bosun s discretion) It is the responsibility of all people using the slip to dispose of their own industrial waste eg paint tins, fibreglass etc. The club s rubbish bins are for domestic waste only and should not be used for this purpose. The use of the slip is restricted to full financial club members only. Club Bosun: Bruce Barnett Ph: 0417 931 683 Clubroom Hire Mon Thurs $30/hr Minimum hire of 2 hours ie $60) Fri, Sat, Sun $150/hr Minimum hire of 2 hours ie $300) Use of crockery, cutlery etc would be charged at $3 per head A deposit of $200 will be charged. The balance of the total cost and a bond of $250 must be paid in advance. The bond will be refunded by cheque after a satisfactory inspection. Enquiries to the rear Commodore, Colin Glanville or the Treasurer Peter Lee on 62663078. Whether a wedding or a yacht launch banquet our clubhouse dresses up well. Photos Kraig Carlstrom)
Port Cygnet Sailing Club Draft Sailing Program 2014-2015! October 2014 November2014 December 2014 z February2015 March2015 April 2015 May 2015 June July Aug Date! Race! Course! Start! 12 OpeningDay4Shortrace Harbour 1.00pm 19 SpringRace1 Harbour 2.00pm 26 SpringRace2 Harbour 2.00pm 2 SpringRace3 Harbour 2.00pm CygnettoPortHuonviaBrooksBay& 9 PortHuon&McLarenRace1 WaterlooStarboard) 12.00pm 16 SpringRace44Pursuit Harbour 1.30pm 23 LighteningPennantSpring Harbour 1.00pm 30 FaithHopeandCharity DoverStarboard) 11.00am 7 SummerRace1 Harbour 2.00pm 14 Summer2&McLaren2 PortHuoncourse 1.00pm 21 SummerRace3&ChristmasDrinks Harbour 2.00pm 28 ChristmasBreak 4 Summer4Pursuit BrooksBay 2.00pm 6 TwilightRace1 Harbour 6.00pm 11 HuonIsland&McLarenRace3FolkFestival) 11.00am 18 PursuitSeriesRace1 Harbour 1.30pm 25 AustraliaDayCup&InterclubEtchellChallenge 3Races Harbour 11.00am 1 PursuitRace2 Harbour 1.30pm 8 PursuitRace3WoodenBoatFestival) Harbour 1.30pm 15 McLarenRace4PortHuon4Cygnet PortHuontoCygnet 1.00pm 22 LadySkippers/ForwardHandRace Harbour 1.00pm 24 LastTwilightrace Harbour 6.00pm 1 ChallengeCup Harbour 11.00am 6 Hobart/KetteringRace 6.00pm 7 Kettering/CygnetRace Kettering 12.00pm 8 CygnetRegattaRace Harbour 2.00pm 15 AutumnRace1 Harbour 1.00pm 22 AutumnRace2 Harbour 1.00pm 29 AutumnRace3 Harbour 1.00pm 5 Easter 12 Autumn4Pursuit Harbour 12.30pm 19 LighteningPennant4Autumn Harbour 1.00pm 10 PresentationofTrophiesandAfternoonTea 2.00pm 17 WinterRace1 Harbour 12.00pm 31 WinterRace2 Harbour 12.00pm 14 WinterRace3 Harbour 12.00pm 28 WinterRace4 Harbour 12.00pm 12 WinterRace5 Harbour 12.00pm 26 WinterRace6 Harbour 12.00pm 11 AnnualGeneralMeeting 7.30pm Please note that this is a draft program and is open for comment. Contact Phil Booth or Pat Lee with your ideas.
Club Sponsors 2014 Port Cygnet Sailing Club wishes to thank the following businesses for their generous sponsorship Commercial Hotel 2 Mary St Cygnet Aka The Bottom Pub DENMAN MARINE HOME AND BODY CYGNET OAMPS INSURANCE DUGGANS PTY LTD THE OLD WOOLSTORE APARTMENT HOTEL PENNICOTT WILDERNESS CRUISE R & D QUALITY MEATS HOME HILL WINE BP CYGNET SPECTRUM ENGINEERING Long Term Loyal Sponsors PEPPERMINT BAY CRUISES THE FIBREGLASS SHOP JOHN CLENNETTS MITRE 10 PETER JOHNSTON SHIP CHANDLER