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eBreeze Tuesday 13th August
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Man Overboard “MOB” policy
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Man Overboard “MOB” policy background - drowning deaths from watercraft in Australia
In Australia, about 49 people (10 in Victoria) a year drowned while participating in sailing for the 16 years ending 30 June 2018. This represents 8.7% of all boating related drowning deaths. In sailing, the greatest risk of downing comes from falling over the side of the …
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A journey towards No Man’s Land
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PART ONE – IMAGINE IF
It began with two precious words, the two words of all great adventures – imagine if. I do my best thinking by the sea. I’m a writer and water seems to be, for me, my trigger release to ‘great’ ideas. Imagine if I had my own boat? My very …
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Olympic Bar Bookings - New Email Address
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Dear members,
Please note the email address for A la carte dinner reservations in the Olympic Bar has noew been changed to bookings@rmys.com.au
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Please use this email address if you wish to book a table or reserve meals for;
- Friday Night Dinners
- Parma, Pot & Chat nights
- Squadron Sunday Lunches
All notices and communications will be updated accordingly
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NO Parma, Pot and Chat this Friday - CHAT CANCELLED
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Unfortunately Parma, Pot and Chat will not on this Friday night in the Olympic Bar due to speaker availability. Chicken and Pumpkin Parma's still available on the night. Happy hour from 5-7, and member's draw at at 7pm.
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Member's Draw this Friday Night | $130
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This week we have $130 up for grabs.Don’t forget to write your name down at the bar when you arrive for your chance to win. Draw Date: Friday 16th August, 7pm
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Premier Night Screening | 'MAIDEN' - August 29th
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AWKR presents the premier of Maiden, the incredible documentary of the true story of Tracy Edwards, who in the face of adversity became the skipper of the first ever all-female crew to enter the Whitbread Round the World Race in 1989.
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An inspirational and empowering true story of the women who dared to make waves and follow along on the journey with the 24 year old skipper over the course of 167 days and 33,000 nautical miles.
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"Enthralling viewing even for audiences with little to no knowledge of or interest in sailing. Maiden pays powerful tribute to a true pioneer...
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Notice to Competitors - Race Marks G and D
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Please be advised that a notice to competitors for RMYS courses (Squadron and Pursuit) has been issued 1500hrs, August 6th 2019.
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2019 WINTER NOR
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AMENDMENT # 1 TO 2019 WINTER NOR
Please note Sailing Committee has considered the feedback from recent Member’s Survey in relation to courses, so where possible will be running more Squadron Courses. This is not always possible due to conditions set in some Deed of Gift for particular trophies. The Winter Mixed Series of 4 races in September 2019 will …
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Boat Duty Roster (View August to October 2019)
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View Roster (August - October 2019)
The "Boat Duty Roster" is put in place so that the racing yachts can give back to the race management volunteers. There are perks to it of course, such as being treated like an RMYS volunteer for the day. You'll be provided with a meal and will also receive your working bee levy back. …
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Racing Report - Week ending 11-08-2019
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Mixed weather conditions last week. Wednesday we had a light breeze while Saturday delivered a wintery blast and inclement weather resulting in all races being abandoned for the day.
Wednesday Racing
Racing started off with light winds sitting at 4-5 knots with breeze building to 7 knots once the race was underway. Thanks to Ian Guyett, Selwyn Stokes and Varan Freestone for …
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ORCV News
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Next up for the ORCV Winter Series on August 31st is a passage race to Geelong with entries now open. After this race has run, entries will be open for the Navigators Overnight Challenge on September 14. Whilst planning for these Ocean races it's also time for the crew to check their Safety and Sea Survival Course certifications. ORCV has two courses scheduled; September 21/22 and November 17/18. Winter Series Race 4 – August …
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City Sail - Albert Park Yacht Club 14-15 September
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CitySail is a Women & Girls coaching and racing Regatta. The event schedule will be a combination of coaching on both Saturday and Sunday mornings and short course racing, with coaching, in the afternoons. There will be a BBQ on Saturday evening after racing.Coaching is by ability – advanced, intermediate and beginners.The skipper must be female but can have a …
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Quick Video from the North - Start Lines at Airlie Beach Race Week
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Rotary Albert Park hosts 2019 Footy Fundraiser - Special Guest Brendan Fevola. Harbour Room
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Dear members, Our friends at Rotary Albert Park have moved their annual footy fundraiser event from a breakfast to a lunch thanks to our mutual members on the MSC and Events committee. Please note this is a public event, first come first served and tickets now on sale. RMYS members and friends welcome. There will be raffles, …
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FREEBIE - Large Tapered Glass Vase
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Dear Members,
We have a beautiful large glass vase if anyone would like to take it home! It's FREE!
Collect at the office. First in gets it!
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Boat Weighing Day - Sunday 15th September @SYC
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Sandringham Yacht Club have been weighing boats since 1998 and through the fantastic support of Hydralift Cranes and Sandringham Yacht Club,they have been able to provide to Victorian Owners, the best and most cost effective weighing service in Australia.With the support of Volunteers, Owners and the Keelboat Clubs, SYC are able to organize the day in a very efficient manner …
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Learn to Sail Keelboat over Winter
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We run our keelboat courses all year round, so if you would like to book a course with us, give us a call. Contact Leigh or Robyn on 9534 0059 or training@rmys.com.au
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Coastal Navigation Course
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The Coastal Navigation course is essential for any crew person participating in coastal or offshore yachting. It is considered mandatory for anyone who wishes to become a skipper and extend their boating adventures beyond protected waters. This course runs for 6 consecutive weeks.
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Start Powerboating
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September Holiday Course
25th-27th
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This is the ideal course for first time powerboaters or young people 12-18 years old, who want to build their confidence before getting out on the water. The emphasis is on developing "safe power boating" skills with qualified instructors in a safe and supportive environment.
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Powerboat Handling Course
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Learn how to handle a power boat or improve on your skills of boat handling. This includes obtaining a Victorian Boat licence without further testing. You will also learn more about engines, types of craft, chart and on water navigation.
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Safety Boat Operator Course
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This course will develop your powerboat skills so that you can support all water-based activities at sailing clubs, national sailing events, schools and recreation centres. If you want to become a qualified sailing instructor, Australian Sailing Coach (now mandatory) or official, this course is ideal.
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Radio Course Dates for 2019
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We offer the internationally approved VHF (Short Range) or VHF + HF (Long Range) courses with a focus on the practical exercises using our ICOM marine radio equipment. Go to our web site for booking form and more information.
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Celebrate the Good Life - Beer, Wine & Rum tasting Nights in the Olympic Bar
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Hello. I invite you to gather in the Olympic Bar every second Friday of the month to celebrate the good life with a series of complimentary beer, rum and wine tastings. If you make wine, brew beer, culture cheese or press oil and would like to show and sell your product make yourself known to me and we will set …
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Reserve a Parma before
9am, Thursday 15th August to guarantee you don't miss out if it's a busy night!
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See you soon at RMYS and keep watching out for the next eBreeze.
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