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FF State Wrap Up 2015

13/3/2015

Davey’s Bay Yacht Club hosted the 52nd Victorian Flying 15 Championships over the long weekend.

25 crews competed in the 9 race championship with two dropped races, sailing in predominately fresh to solid 15-18 knot conditions with two of the 9 races held in sub 6 knot winds.

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Girlsail 2015 @ DBYC

26/2/2015

by Kate Harper - DBYC

76 Girls from 9 schools met at Davey’s Bay Yacht Club (DBYC) on a foggy Friday morning to participate in Girlsail. The 38 teams travelled from as far as Apollo Bay and Geelong.

Laser, 420, Optimist, Minnow, Int Cadet and Sabre sailors paired up to sail in Pacers as part of Girlsail, which was organised by Toorak College (TC) in association with DBYC on Friday 20th February 2015.

Girls were located on ‘changeover’ ribs anchored in the DBYC harbour and rotated through their rounds in quick succession.

The organising team ran two courses, enabling for plenty of quality sailing for all competitors.

In Division 1, the morning sessions saw just enough wind to allow preliminary rounds to be completed. The afternoon provided consistent light winds to enable the two final series races to be completed.

In the Div 1 Gold Fleet, Apollo Bay SC took the early lead, but were out sailed in the finals rounds by the St Leonards team of Alice Silverster and Jessica Butters, with Toorak College pair Sophie Jackson and Jess Harper finishing a close second. In Division 1, St Leonards take the overall team’s award with their teams placing in 1st, 3rd and 4th.

Division 1 Silver Fleet was won by the Firbank team of Bea Harris-Hart and Indigo Brighton-Knight.

In Division 2, due to some lighter winds on the course area, saw all preliminary rounds completed by mid afternoon and one finals series race completed.

Division 2 Gold Fleet was won by Chloe Harper and Ella Sayers from Toorak College. In 2nd were the Geelong team of Emily Webb-Ware and Anna Gwuzdz. Once again it was down to the last race for the top placings to be determined.

Division 2 Silver Fleet was won by the Toorak College team of Immi Webber and Milli Meldrum.

A great effort by a team of volunteers from DBYC, TC, Yachting Victoria (YV), Frankston Yacht Club, and individuals including; Lou Hutton, Cindy Tillbrook, John Middleton, Bill Bell, Alison Dale, Mel Hitchen-Haw, Geoff Eldridge, Ian Wall.

Sam England was the guest speaker, who was the recent Women’s Worlds Moth Champion and who also played a large part in developing Girlsail with TC and DBYC 9 years ago.

Special thanks to YV, Ranelagh Yacht Squadron and DBYC who supplied the pacers.

A fantastic day of sailing for all competitors in near perfect conditions. All girls created the perfect school day memory; boats, water, sun and fun! Next Year there will be the 10th Girlsail regatta.

Article from Yachting Victoria: by Kate Harper DBYC 2015

Now Online Club Sailing Results

10/2/2015

We are please to announce the DBYC Club Sailing Results are Now Online.

Including the Starkins – Neate Trophy
February 8th 2015

Got to: http://www.dbyc.com.au/results.html

DBYC Sailing Results

2015 National & Worlds Regatta Links

11/1/2015

2015 - Moth Worlds - Sorrent
Website: http://www.mothworlds.org/sorrento/
Results: http://www.sscbc.bvit.com.au/site/yachting/event/65411/default.html

2015 - 420 Nationals - Fremantle
Website: http://www.fsc.com.au/sailing-events/2015-australian-420-national-championships/
Results:   http://www.sailingresults.net/site/event/60/

2015 - 420 Youths - Freemantle
Website: http://www.fsc.com.au/sailing-events/2015-australian-youth-championships/
Results:   http://sailingresults.net/site/event/64/Overall_5.html?Tkn=164821

2015 Optimist Dinghy Nationals - Freemantle
Website: http://www.fsc.com.au/sailing-events/2015-aioda-international-optimist-aust-open-championships/
Results:   http://sailingresults.net/site/event/65/

CHANGE TO SAILING INSTRUCTIONS: Section 9.2

2/1/2015

Existing Text:
9.2 The Course to be sailed will be indicated by the flying of a flag on the committee vessel. This flag will be raised PRIOR to the warning signal and will be a White Flag with Black lettering. The flag will indicate:

Shall be REPLACED by:
9.2 The approximate bearing to the first Mark and the course to be sailed shall be indicated on a board displayed at the committee vessel.

For full DBYC Sailing Instructions details go to: http://www.dbyc.com.au/sailing-instructions.html

James Cooper
Club Captain
Dec 19th, 2014

Nationals/Worlds Best Wishes......

26/12/2014

Best wishes go out to the DBYC sailors competing in National and World Championships over the next few weeks and to Glenys who will be on the race officer teams at the B14 Nationals, Moth Worlds and the Open Bic Nationals.

*Sally, John, and Lewis will be participating at the Sharpie Nationals on Botany Bay, NSW.
*Jess, Chloe and Zoe will be competing at the Opti Nationals in Fremantle.
*Sam and Peter will be competing at the Moth Worlds in Sorrento.
*Mark D will travel to Qld to compete in the FF Nationals.

Good sailing (and officiating) to all involved.

Sail Melbourne Wash Up......

18/12/2014

Congratulations to Jeni Danks-Lidgett on her Sail Melbourne appearance! Her step back into an Olympic Class boat to assist a crew who is chasing the 'Rio' dream worked out seamlessly! The girls gave Amelia Catt and her skipper a good run for their money. Jen may have discovered a few new muscles but her smile never disappeared!

Sail Melbourne produced some days with very big winds. Jack and Lloyd, Emma and Ted, Georgina and Mel, Jess, Zoe, Chloe and Karl are all to be congratulated on taking on the challenge of competing at this international regatta. All will have learnt a lot and can bring these skills back to their home club of DBYC!

Sail Melbourne DBYC images and update.....

11/12/2014

Day 1 for the 420's and Opti DBYC Sailors saw very windy conditions. The Opti sailors were challenged with VERY big seas and were lucky enough to get their two prescribed races in, whilst the 420's were held ashore. Our 470 sailors (Day 3) were also held ashore, where plenty of socialising occurred. The DBYC family pulled together to support our own DBYC Opti Sailor, Karl Skoglund, who took a nasty wack to the head from his boom, and was taken to hospital by ambulance. Thankfully Karl will be ok!

Above: 420 DBYC Sailors; Emma, Georgina, Ted, Mel
Left: 470 DBYC Sailor Jeni Danks (& Jamie Ryan)

Good Luck DBYC Sailors at Sail Melbourne

9/12/2014

DBYC will be represented across several fleets during this weeks Sail Melbourne. Jeni Danks has stepped BACK into the 470 to support Jamie Ryan (NSW) for this regatta. Jamie's regular skipper is injured and Jen has kindly agreed to help keep Jamie race fit. Jen and Jamie will be competing against one of our great coaches from last season - Amelia Catt! I believe Jacqui Gurr may also compete in the Women's 470 Division - stay tuned! Jack LIdgett and Lloyd Collins will be completing in the Men's 470 class. Georgina Blochlinger and Mel Hitchen-Haw will be pairing up for the first time to compete in the 420 division and will be joined by Emma and Ted. Jess, Zoe, Chloe and Karl will be competing in the Optimist Division. Good luck to all the DBYC sailors and special best wishes to Jen. The spectator viewing from the SYC deck is pretty special.... drop in and have a look....

Sail Country - A Success

17/11/2014

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In it's inaugural year, Sail Country at Albury Wodonga Yacht Club over Melbourne Cup Weekend was a huge success. The DBYC team of Opti Sailors Jess and Zoe, and 420 team Emma and Ted, enjoyed camping with the cows, by the very large Lake Hume. Despite thoughts the Lake might not produce much wind, all were surprised with winds on Saturday up to a constant 24 knots with significant gusts! The bullets that ran consistently over the weekend were testing for many sailors. Parents and sailors were treated to the best of country hospitality - thanks AWYC. This is a must for all Opti, 420, and Laser sailors for 2015!

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Tower / Radio Operator Guide - DBYC 2014 - 15

10/11/2014

Arrive 0800 hrs for AM Tackers, 1100 hrs for PM racing
Make sure Radio switched on – Channel 72. Adjust volume and Squelch
Check PA system functional (main control in cupboards Junior Clubhouse)
Familiarize yourself with the attached emergency procedures and numbers
Ensure Boat Registration cards/Sign on box in position on table near noticeboard/kitchen door
Speak with Race Management Crew/Club Captain re: plans for the day
Make PA announcements as directed/necessary (Briefing, etc)
Raise Flags/Make sound signals as directed by RO/Club Captain
As powerboats leave beach, use magnetic whiteboard to keep track
After yachts leave beach, collect entries and populate entry/Sign-off form (in black folder)
Place Sign-off form on whiteboard at bottom of Ramp and entries back in position as soon as possible.
During racing, take direction from RO primarily, Club Captain, or other senior personnel as required
Maintain safety lookout. Contact RO on Radio only as required.

Notes:

In the event of a serious incident or adverse weather event, a senior flag officer will take control and assign tasks.
If you leave the tower for any reason, take a handheld radio and keep it tuned to channel 72
Whilst it is fine to have company in the tower, remember that the primary role is to assist with the running of on-water events and safety.

Tower Duties

2014-15 Season Opens....

31/10/2014

Thanks to all who attended the AGM on Sunday 26th October. The weather wasn't on our side for the Sail Past, but we did see FF's, 420's, Lasers, 470's, and Opti's get on the water to drift past the new Commodore and the Race Committee.

Richard Starkins becomes Life Member of DBYC

31/10/2014

A well earned Congratulations to Richard Starkins on his unanimous appointment as a Life Member of DBYC. Over some 25 years, Richard has been tireless in his contributions to DBYC. His involvement includes; Junior Sailing, Race Officer, School Sailing, Commodore and many many years on Committee. Richard has encouraged many children (and adults) with his enthusiasm and encouragement in all to do with DBYC life. Don't hang up the boots yet Richard!

Sailing Instructions Changes - Section 6

21/10/2014

Daveys Bay Yacht Club
Sailing Committee 2014-15

CHANGE TO SAILING INSTRUCTIONS 2014:
All Members please note the following change to the Sailing
Instructions.

SECTION 6 "SCHEDULE OF RACES"

Go To: http://www.dbyc.com.au/sailing-instructions.html

DBYC Tackers Bookings Filling Fast....

14/10/2014

DBYC Tackers bookings are coming in thick and fast..... don't leave it to the last minute and miss out, get online now and get your bookings in.

Some have even tested the Bay in the past few weeks to find out if the water is warming up.....!!!

http://www.dbyc.com.au/training.html

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