2006 - Number 3
Commodore's comment
Not really comments more of a moan.
One of the Radios was found by a member of the public beside the Start Box one Wednesday evening. The Clubhouse and Sheds have been found left open on more than one occasion. The water tap in the dinghy yard has been left unlocked on several occasions. The Dinghy Yard gate and the beach dinghy park have both been left open. The Avon RIB was found full of water because the balers had been left down some of the electrical wiring was destroyed by the sea water and had to be rewired. The Avon was also found hanging by its forward mooring line.
Would all OOD's and Rescue Officers please ensure that all buildings are secure after sailing and rescue boats re-fueled and tied up correctly. If any doubts please ask myself or another appropriate Committee Member.
MISSING ITEMS
- Two tie down straps - one blue marked NORTHCRAFT and one yellow marked DRS disappeared when Club boats were moved to Stonehaven from Skene. Any info please call me.
- Two aluminium oars have been removed from the Cruiser Shed any info please call Richard Hailes.
Helen is looking for help for the Regatta. If you would like to make sandwiches or do some home baking please call her on 01224 480343.
The Catterline Race happened in very light conditions and was won by Bruce Campbell and Willie Mckendrick in their Fireball. John Styles took his wooden Wayfarer to the Portsoy Traditional Boat Festival. He won First Prize in the “A” Fleet a beautiful Old Pulteney Decanter accompanied by a bottle of the Amber Nectar to fill it. Bruce Campbell crewed so looks like he's a lucky mascot to have around. The Commodore's Race on the 29th was cancelled due to fog however we managed three races on Sunday . Congratulations to James Lewis and Alan Fraser for winning all three races in a Fireball.
Dave Sinclair
Dates for your diary
- 19-20 August Open Regatta
- 27 August Harbour High Jinks
- 9-10 September RYA Power L
- 16 - 17 September RYA Power L2
- 8 October Work Party
Powerboat courses
The club has now got 5 RYA qualified Powerboat Instructors. Three members did their instructor courses earlier this year; Margaret Ponsonby, Duncan Robertson & Genevieve Leaper. They now Join Brian Fraser and Craig Evans to run RYA courses at the club and all can offer refreshers or introductory sessions if required by members.
Powerboat course 11th June 2006: Left to right: Duncan Robertson & Margaret Ponsonby (Instructors), Brian Livingstone (ASYC), Andrew (Montrose SC), Dave Mackie (ASYC) Ian Able (Montrose SC) & Mike Abla (External).
RYA Courses: RYA Level 2 & Safety boat. The proposed dates for RYA powerboat level 2 courses are as 9-10 September and 16-17 September . Safety boat courses by arrangement. Possible courses in October / November to be discussed. Club members wishing to do the L2 course should contact John Styles at jistyles@supanet.com tel 01330 860576 or Craig Evans ASAP. Candidates need to bring foul weather gear/dry suit + hat & gloves, lifejacket/buoyancy Aid and a packed lunch on both days. Tea & coffee will be provided. The cost is £5 per person for club members and external candidates are charged an agreed fee. This is to cover the certificates log book and other club expenses. The courses start at 09.00 on the Saturday morning. Craig can be contacted by e-mail to craig.evans@scottishwater.co.uk or home e-mail at craig@kinnernie.wanadoo.co.uk In the meantime if anyone requires training in the use of the club safety boat (the Avon RIB, at Stonehaven) then contact Margaret Ponsonby, 01561 362054, mob 07759977406, or email margaretponsonby@ukonline.co.uk. Short sessions of 1-2 hours can arranged outside race times either at weekends or evenings. If you are on Rescue duty and have had no traning or need a confidence boosting session, then this is for you.
Social Events - Notes from Helen Sinclaire (Catering Convenor)
Following the Catterline Race the BBQ was very poorly attended only seven people turned up. Why do we bother with Social Events ???
M.R.I. DAY: Once again A.S.Y.C. Ladies served teas to large numbers almost £400 was raised for the Charity by us. any thanks to all of those who provided Home Baking and helped on the day.
Winter boat storage - Notes from Andy MacLennan (Bosun)
Despite the recent high temperatures, sadly it's time to look ahead to the end of the season and this years winter boat storage!
To simplify matters (and save the Club postage costs!!) could all members who wish to be considered for winter boat storage please download the form which is available on the club website. These should be completed and returned to me no later than Friday, 15th September. Forms which arrive after this date will not go in the draw!!
Return address is: Andy MacLennan, 7 Fraser Street, Aberdeen. AB25 3XT.
Depending on uptake, I will try and accomodate any members who may wish to take their boats to Royal Tay for the winter series.
Please remember that if you are awarded a space, you MUST attend work party to help put your boat away.
Many thanks Andy
ASYC Regatta 19-20th August
Volunteers are needed to help with the regatta on the 19th & 20th August anyone willing to help with the various duties (no experience needed)please get in touch John Styles on 01330 860576(h) or email: johnstyles@rya-online.net. Anyone who would like to help cater for the masses please contact Helen Sinclair at home: 01224 480343 or email: dsinclair@rya-online.net .
Junior Sailing
The Junior fleet managed to set forth 8 times this year in very variable sailing conditions. Thanks to all the help from both parents and other club members all the kids seem to enjoy their time on the water, though it was often hard to prevent the Topper fleet from capsizing (on purpose). The sessions culminated in a sweltering hot “Fun Day” at Stonehaven. A big THANK YOU again to everyone who helped get this day so successful. Due to unforeseen circumstances the Junior sailing had to be cancelled for the last two session - better luck next time.
If any of you fancy an outing with a Junior crew I have several very willing and able Junior club members. Who do not have parents to take them out sailing. Interested? Contact Ditta on 01569-762206
Websites
For the latest information remember to check the ASYC website at www.asyc.org.uk . The website maintained by John Perry. If you have any suggestions for the website or any information you would like posted please contact John at webmaster@asyc.org.uk. If you have any items for future newsletters contact Ditta, or post on the yahoo group http://groups.yahoo.com/group/asyc/ for instant distribution.
For live footage of Stonehaven harbour and the sea try the Aberdeenshire council website http://www.aberdeenshire.gov.uk/webcams/index.asp if you have broadband. The site also contains several canned images for those of you with slower connections. You can use the toggles at the bottom to drive the camera. For real time weather try the Catterline site http://www.adamlinares.co.uk/
New Members
- Hans Klosters
- Fleur Pari
- Paul Marshall
- Gregor & Fiona McMeekin
- Gill Bishop
- Andy Byne
For Sale
Vintage wooden Enterprise 6247 built by Moores of Wroxham in 1961 and completely renovated last winter. All old paint and varnish completely stripped, and the boat sanded, epoxy sealed, revarnished and repainted (took bloody ages). Boat is in excellent condition. Aluminum mast and boom, spare mast, spare centreboard, new controls, measurement certificate, good trolley and brand new over boom cover. No road trailer but one available to move boat to and from Skene. We would like the boat to stay in the club. Please past on the message to anybody you know who is looking for a two person dinghy that is easy to sail. Feel free to go and have a look at it- it is green and parked in the beach dinghy park. I've got photos if you want them. We are looking for £550. Phone 01224-645284 email@k.r.williams@abdn.ac.uk. Cheers Kieran
A.S.Y.C. Clothing with embroidered Club Logo:
- Body Warmer (£19)
- Sweatshirt with collar ( £18)
- Sweatshirt ( £16)
- Polo Shirt( £14)
To order call Helen Sinclair 01224 480343 for colour availability.
Stonehaven Sailing Programme 2006
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