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Whale Watch and Picnic
Monday, 14th June 2010
After weather forecast all week was for rain and strong winds
the morning of the Whale Watch dawned with crystal clear blue
skies and very little wind. The perfect Sydney Winters Day.
L'attitude, Possible Dream, Reflections, Sweet Chariot, Hands
Off, Chinook and Korvanton set out from Jibbon to chase the
elusive Whale. Most headed south but Hands Off and Korvanton
headed north where they were rewarded with a sighting off Cape
Solander. Hands Off took many photos as the Whales were very
close. Snapping several photos, Don knew they were going to be
“spectacular”. until he realised that the memory card was
still on the table at home !!!! So now Don’s sighting has been
committed to human memory only.
There was almost no wind and the seas were calm so although the
Whales were a little scarce in the South the day was perfect and
it was a great couple of hours in the sunshine.
The
boats all rafted up at Jibbon Beach and lunch was served and
washed down with a couple of cold ones, champagne and red wine.
As the sun started setting in the west we all headed home having
enjoyed great company and fantastic weather.
Thanks Master. (Libby)
   
Click for larger
image (Note Deer on shore)
Program: A whale watch search and return for mid
afternoon (late lunch) raft-up.
The current location for the raft up is
Jibbon Beach (Seas a bit choppy for Boat Harbour).
I suggest we venture south initially and move north as far as Cape
Solander.
Please listen and call on VHF 16/73 for updates or sightings.
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Whales require
'personal space', and harassment may severely stress them – possibly
causing accidents both for humans and whales if the whales feel
threatened. This is especially important in the case of the adults
with calves, which may be either resting or suckling. Research has
shown that whales are highly sensitive to engine noises. You should
also be aware that during the mating season, males competing for
females may engage in rough physical contact.
All whale watching
yachts are to keep within the guidelines set down by National
Parks. This means that we must not go within 100m of the whale (or
300 if with calf) and do not disturb their migration. |
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Current Status:
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The event is
ON
updates may change the status closer to the day. |
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Weather:
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Monday: Wind: West to south westerly
5 to 10 knots tending southeast to south westerly up to 15 knots around
midday. Waters: Slight. |
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Muster Area: |
On the water Gunnamatta Bay near the
RMYC |
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Time and Date:
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11am Monday 14th July (muster). |
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Lunch:
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Around 13:30 at
Jibbon Beach. Yachts may be able to raft but we can
certainly anchor in close proximity. All yachts to make own eating arrangements. |
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Contact: |
Please standby on channel 16 VHF. Use channel 73 as the working channel.
Yachts successful at location whales may make contact. |
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Whales: |
There
are rules we must observe when in close proximity to whales. It is a
privilege we now have to see these magnificent creatures. I will attached
a document which details the distances we must maintain. Copies at club
notice board. |
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Cruising Guide: |
Whale watching is now a chapter in the Cruising Guide.
If you would like to contribute by way of articles or photos - let me know
so this chapter can be personalised and completed.
The draft of the cruising guide is under the Cruising
Guide tab. |
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Return: |
At each yachts discretion, and probably a function of how
successful we were prior to lunch. |
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Changes: |
All
changes to the arrangements will be notified here on this web site up till
9:30 Sunday morning. After 9:30 contact will be made on channel 16.
Cruising plans can change rapidly, and must always suit
the circumstances. (Difference between cruising and racing) |
Yachts Present:
L'attitude, Possible Dream, Reflections, Sweet Chariot, Hands Off,
Korvanton, Chinook
Can't make it this
time: MaJiKal, Chasseur, Eureka (heading north), Silver Spirit, Water
Dancer,
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Marine Electrics
Tuesday 4th May, 6:30pm
Work
out how much power you need, learn how to store it, and then how to
use it.
Rob
Starkey will run through ‘Basic Marine Electrics and
Troubleshooting’ and make your sailing experience that much easier!
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system components
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battery fundamentals
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charging batteries
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marine 12 volt circuits
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troubleshooting
All welcome,
If you would like to attend this very informative
evening please indicate your attendance with CYCA reception on
02 8292 7800 or email :
reception@cyca.com.au
The CYCA’s bar and
bistro will be open on the night.
Keelty
02 99555573
0427 231 682 |
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Anzac Day
Sunday - April 25, 2010
This
event will be run as a "Gunnamatta Bay Classic"
followed by a BBQ ashore at
Elizabeth and Don Parker's home on the eastern shore of
the Bay.
Two
buoys will be placed (Wednesday style) in Gunnamatta Bay with the
start finish between the Northern arm at R.M.Y.C and the flag mast
on Don's boatshed.
Please contact Don on 0408 694 803 to confirm your interest.
See
Broadwater Classic for starting times.
Can't
make it this time: L'attitude, Live the Dream
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Easter Weekend at Bundeena and upriver.
Saturday - April 3, 2010
The
plan is to meet at 12:30 at the Bundeena Wharf on Saturday.Yachts
should plan to anchor around 12 noon in Gunyah Bay.
A
recognisance on Friday found a bit of a joggle at La Perouse and a
sea outside that would make an uncomfortable return. The Fish Cafe
was very busy and the possibility of alternative anchorages limited.
We had a
good rollup on Saturday and moved to the RSL for a long lunch.
Some
boats over-nighted at Gunyah beach, some at Jibbon and some returned
to Gunnamatta Bay.
On
Sunday we moved to SW arm where a reasonably large raft-up
developed. This was very pleasant and the overnight stay was much
more comfortable than Gunyah.
Yachts
from R.M.Y.C Broken Bay will not be coming this weekend.
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Please
support this event by replying with your interest.
Yachts Interested (13): L'attitude, MaJiKaL,
MICA (L&R Skelton), Eureka, Silver Spirit, Hands Off, Chasseur , Sea
Change, Reflections, Sirocco, Emmanuel, Rhumb Line, Korvanton
Can't
make it this time: Excentric, Chinook, Live the Dream,
Galitea-M, Chilli Heat. Antares
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Australia Day -
Broadwater Classic
Tuesday 26th January 2010
A Broadwater Classic commencing at Noon
followed by a BBQ/Picnic at the Broadwater Yacht Club.
See Broadwater Classic for course and Start times and
other details of how it works!
This year the theme will be
"Why I love Australia".
This can be told by any of the Past
Years Themes
or by any other
new means? |
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E ven
though the weather forecast was for cloudy day Australia Day came
with sun in the sky. It was hot but enjoyable.
Once
again we have to thank Margaret and John Barter for their
hospitality in opening the doors of the Broad Water Yacht Club.
There
was a great turnout of boats to participate in the tradition of the
Broad Water Classic. Light wind and calm seas made the race very
relaxing.
Poems,
songs and stories in the theme of Why I Love Australia abounded
accompanied by the traditional Lamington, Ozzie Cup Cakes, Pavlovas
and ample quantities of Brown Ale, Red Nels and cool White Wine.
Once
again a GREAT Day.
Thanks
to the Master of the Trims
Past Years Themes
2009 - This year I would like the
theme to be a typical Australian yarn.
2008
- The theme will be Australia with the audience participating with
the readings of your favourite Australian poems, Stories or
songs.
2007 - It was Australian
songs.
2006 - Each yacht was
asked to tell an Australian story or read their favourite Australian
poem to receive their trophy
2005 - L'attitude was cruising
Tasmania
2004 - Proper Australian food |
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Yachts attending (16); L'attitude,
MaJiKaL, Possible Dream, Melling Tinnie, Chinook, Silver Spirit,
Seeka, Carpe Diem, Reflections, First Light,
The Crow,
Aeolus, Sweet
Chariot, Hands Off, Sirocco, Pied Piper, Esprit (Passing
Appearance).
Can't make it this time; Galatia, Eureka.
Chasseur, Excentric, Sea Hawk, Christine B, Mumbo Jumbo, Live the
Dream, J-Force, Taronga, Rhumbline, Commin'
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Results - Australia Day Broadwater
Classic |
January 26, 2010 |
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Chinook |
1 |
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The Crow |
2 |
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Hands Off |
3 |
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Sirocco |
4 |
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First Light |
5 |
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Aeolus |
6 |
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L' attitude |
7 |
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Possible Dream |
8 |
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Durham |
9 |
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Sweet Chariot |
10 |
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Pied Piper |
11 |
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Reflections |
12 |
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Carpe Diem |
13 |
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Silver Spirit |
14 |
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