Cruising
Evening and Bistro dinner
Tuesday 6th
December
Marina Bar 6-7pm followed by bistro
Hayden Skelton is going to entertain us with the story of
his delivery cruise from Noumea to Coffs Harbour.
This was done without the aid of modern electronics and GPS
- The old way with sextants etc.
Boats Interested (and numbers
47): Latitude (2), Rhumb Line
(2), Crest (4), Scallywag(2), MaJiKaL(2),The Cubbie
(3), Witchdoctor(1), Eureka(2), Sweet Chariot (2), Morning
Mist (2), Chasseur (2), Shalamar (2), Hands Off (2), Migaloo
(2), Aeolus (4), Sea Magic (2), Possible Dream (2), Crest
(2), The Waugh Ship (1), Sea Change (2), Sirocco (2), Hands
Off (2)
Can't make it this time: Chinook,
Reflections, Indulgence, Mica, Vivre le Reve,
Excentric, Color Tile |
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Audley Christmas Weekend
12-13th November 2011
The first boats to anchor at Pool Flats with sterns
tired onto concrete block of old pontoon. Stern lines must not go the living trees.
Next yachts to raft either side.
I have done a reconnaissance of the Hacking river and can assure you that there will be 2.2m of water minimum
at the top of the tide. Watch out crossing to Swallow rock and just past the scout hall at Grays Point. The
park has been advised and I have checked out possible sites ashore.
Friday evening dinner will be aboard or at Reid Flats (Opposite) depending on weather and mood at the time.
We have limited shelter ashore. The main pavilion is unavailable, Willow tree has limited tables and no
cooking, Wattle Flats has tables under cover but no cooking (and too far) so Saturday's Christmas dinner
will probably be aboard (if raining) or as a picnic (on rugs) at the stern of the boats at Pool Flats so cooking
can be done onboard if necessary.
As part of the Christmas spirit, I would like to see your tables (or rugs) decorated suitably. Your Champagne
of refreshments should be taken from appropriate glasses and manners should be impeccable.
There will be some stories to tell, some games to play and some songs to sing.
Yachts Interested (15): L'attitude (Friday), Sweet Chariot (Saturday), Eureka (Friday), Indulgence (Saturday),
Sea Change, CALOOLA (Friday), Reflections (Sat night), Hands Off, Rhumb Line (Fri-Sat) + Tom Thumb salute Sunday, Migaloo, Seeka, MaJiKaL
Can't make it this time: Chasseur, Chinook, Esprit, Possible Dream, Excentric
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Broadwater Classic
October 2011
| Yachts
Name |
Started |
|
Yacht
Type |
Length |
|
Crew |
Mobile
Number |
Place |
| Reflections III |
19 |
18 |
Catalina 42 |
42 |
|
David and Dot Hammond |
|
2 |
| The Crow |
24 |
23 |
Northshore 34 |
24 |
|
Jim Crowhurst |
0416 876 951 |
3 |
| Sweet Chariot |
24 |
12 |
Dufour 36.5 |
36 |
|
Alistair and Allison Rowe |
0432 424 629 |
1 |
| L'attitude |
35 |
37 |
Dehler 41DS |
41 |
|
John and Margaret Barter |
0418 253 479 |
4 |
The Wildflowers of - The Royal National Park
Sunday 4th September 2011 at Warumbul
Yachts anchored off the beach and land safely on the shore.
We found a nice grassy spot to have our picnic ashore around 12:30pm, after lunch we explored along the waterfront towards Googlies point and then climb the
hill to the old Googlies cottage and follow the road back to Warumbul.
See slide show of reconnaissance on August 27th. The wild flowers are out but it required a hike to the ridges to find the best flowers.
Yachts Interested (7): L'attitude, Indulgence, Excentric, Possible Dream, Reflections III, Splinter, Migaloo
Can't make it this time; Chinook, J-Force, Chasseur, Eureka, MaJiKaL, Vive la River |
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Wattamolla Sunday Cruise and Luncheon
14th August 2011 is now OFF.
Radar shows a lot more rain to come. It also looks like the wind will increase all week, so
next week will be unsuitable.
This means we won't make Wattamolla this year as a group.
The idea will be to muster at Jibbon around 1000 hours, then sail as a group to Providential Head at say 1030 hours.
Buoys may be laid to mark the way in, and all yachts are asked to listen on VHF 73 for any instructions and anchoring information.
New yachts requiring assistance will be allocated an experienced yacht to assist – Contact John Barter on 0418 253
479 for instructions.
Wattamolla is an unique anchorage very close to the Port. It does have its hazards, so care must be taken.
Once inside it can comfortably hold 20 yachts at anchor.
After lunch onboard we will get up to some mischief ashore before returning home around 1500 hours.
Yachts Confirmed (8): L'attitude, Possible Dream,Sweet Chariot,
Reflections, Lolita Maria, Esprit, Sea Change
Can't make it this time; Chinook, Indulgence (7th Aug) MaJiKaL (7th Aug), Eureka (away from 8th July to 10th August),
Aeolus, Vivre le reve
Whale Watch and Picnic Lunch
Sunday 19th June 2011 (Weather is
perfect)
We musted at Jibbon around 1100hrs and made contact on VHF 73.
The raft up location was Jibbon Beach for lunch around 1300hrs.
Whales were scarce but we did manage to see a few.
Lunch at Jibbon was very pleasant in the warm winters sun.
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 adults with calves, which may be either
resting or suckling. Research has shown that whales are
particularly 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 we must not go within 100m of
the shale (or 300m if with calf) and do not disturb their
migration.
Boats attending; L'attitude, Possible Dream, Reflections,
Esprit, Sweet Chariot, Griffin
Easter Cruise - South Coast to
Jervis Bay
Time period between 18th April and
returning around ANZAC day.
The cruise south was well attended by 6
boats (L'attitude, Migaloo, Eureka, Sweet Chariot and First
Light), we enjoyed excellent weather and I am sure all
enjoyed the trip.
Report from Migaloo
We left Port Hacking on Monday the 18th
as planned. The weather was fine and the seas smooth.
Some went directly to Jervis bay and for the
others our first port of call was Wollongong. This is a
small harbour where for $27.50 per day you tie up beside the
trawlers. If the trawler wishes to move you have too also.
It is a requirement that you have to keep someone on board
at all times. This is quite restrictive and as a result
visiting more than the harbor is difficult.
One of our boats had to move twice during the
night and we were woken up early so instead of tying up
again, we set a course to the Crookhaven River via Kiama.
A short visit to Kiama revealed a very small
harbour with some visitor moorings available. As with
Wollongong, access was quite easy but the situation might be
different in a big sea.
In smooth seas we entered the Crookhaven River.
The entry is quite narrow and following the leads is
essential. We found two courtesy moorings at the junction
with Shaw Creek. Greenwell Point is a small town and an
excellent place for a break. The area around the Trawler
wharf is quite shallow so approach with care.
The next day we moved onto Jervis Bay. On route
some people visited a colony of NZ Fur seals at “The Drum”.
The colony comprised of over fifty seals. As we approached
many seals dived off the ledge and swam around the boat. It
was quite spectacular and well worth a visit if the sea
conditions are right. Jervis Bay is a beautiful place with
very clear water and white sandy beaches but it is not a
yacht friendly place.
Anchoring is approved in only a few places.
There are a number of courtesy moorings available but not
sufficient for an Easter weekend. Moorings out of the wind
for more that a few hours are in very short supply. Access
to fuel and water is non existent.
After a few days in the bay the boats headed
home, some on their own and some in company. The last boat
arrived home on Wednesday 27 April 2011.
Cruising in company has benefits apart from the
opportunity to share each others company. Whilst moored at
Huskisson one of the team had some heart trouble and had to
spend 24 hours in hospital. For that person, having others
around to assist with transport and to look after the show
was a big relief. Another boat had problems with the
steering system. Travelling home in company provided
assurance in case there were further problems. If you want a
laugh, ask Kevin Everett how he nearly launched himself
through the bow rail holding onto a 45 KG anchor and chain
that he took of the winch.
On behalf of those that participated a big
thanks to John Barter for arranging the trip and for
arranging such excellent weather over the entire period.
Ross Hetherington, Migaloo
Cruise to Jervis Bay on Eureka
Monday 18th April:
After a rainy windy weekend Elaine and Kev decided to join
Sweet Chariot, Latitude and Migaloo for a sail to
Wollongong.
Left Port Hacking at 12 midday. Nice sail down to Wollongong
in a light north-westerly arriving at approx 4pm; Our late
arrival meant that we had plenty of friends to grab our
lines and make sure we were secured to a trawler for the
evening. After a drink with Alison, Alistair and Rory (Sweet
Chariot) we wandered up to the fish co-op and bought some
flathead tails for dinner. They were delicious.
Tuesday: 6am saw the usual bustle of Wollongong
with trawlers taking off so headed to Jervis Bay and had
some breakfast on the way. A mixed day with some nice
sailing and then motor sailing saw us arrive at 2.30pm.
We contacted First Light who had gone down on Sunday to find
that they were at Huskisson and leaving Thursday morning.
Picked up a courtesy mooring at Hole in the Wall and had a
very pleasant night.
Wednesday:
Weather forecast prompted us to sail to Huskisson where we
found a courtesy mooring. Wandered along the beach towards
Vincentia and visited Huskisson bakery for one of their
beautiful pies. Very impressed with the town which has grown
and become more trendy. Explored Currumbeen Creek by dinghy
as far as Wollamia and had a walk around the boat ramp and
picnic area there. Contacted the Master on L'attitude who
had arrived at Hole in the Wall with Sweet Chariot and
Migaloo.
Thursday:
Another lazy day at Huskisson. Nice swim. The rest of the
fleet arrived. L'attitude and Migaloo rafted up on a mooring
and Sweet Chariot picked up a commercial mooring. The girls,
Margaret and Jan were joining Latitude and Migaloo and Kevin
and Mike were heading home. Had a drink with Sweet Chariot
who were leaving on Friday for Greenwell Point.
Good Friday
Headed for Hole in the Wall as southerly weather forecast
for the evening. Had a great sail from Calala Bay to
Honeymoon Bay, Long Beach and Target Beach. As the 5
courtesy moorings were taken we made the mistake of
anchoring in 5 metres west of Scottish Rocks. This activated
a major operation. One ranger and vehicle on the beach, 3
policeman in a rubber duck to move us to a 10metre depth. We
think the greenies have gone a bit overboard with the sea
grass protection. Once settled we enjoyed our oysters and
prawns and hot cross buns but were distressed to hear that
Ross was is Shoalhaven hospital with a heart problem so
Latitude and Migaloo were still at Huskisson.
Saturday:
Beautiful walk into Bristol Point, along to Greenpatch and
then back along the rock shelf and beach. Took a dinghy ride
around to Murray’s Beach and on the way back got chatting to
Mustang Sally (Hunter 44) who were on their way from
Melbourne to Cairns and then the Louisiaides rally in
September. We were telling them about Ross when who should
sail by but Ross on Migaloo! It was great to see him back on
board and we enjoyed joining Jan, Ross and their daughter
Trudy for sun downers with Margaret and John, Elder and
David on L'attitude.
Sunday, Monday and Tuesday: Waved goodbye to
L'attitude and Migaloo and headed up to Callala Bay to catch
up with Kev’s brother Peter and Wendy. Bumpy night on
visitors mooring and then set off to Crookhaven Heads.
Anchored at Greenwell Point after a bumpy sail and joined
Mustang Sally for sundowners (we had advised them against
Wollongong and Kiama and suggested that Greenwell Point
followed by Port Hacking could be an alternative). Fish and
chips with the Crocker's and Oldfield's on Tuesday and one of
the locals offered us a mooring for the night.
Wednesday:
Blast!!! We arrived in Port Hacking at 3.20pm TOO LATE FOR
THE RACE. Did make it to the RMYC for dinner though. Got
drenched on our way back to the boat but this was the first
drowning we had experienced for the whole 10 days!
Thanks to John (the Master) for organizing the adventure.
Your efforts are much appreciated. Jervis Bay was superb and
we have both never seen the weather so perfect for cruising.
It is so untouched – the fine white sand and the colour of
the water is equal to anywhere we have visited on the east
coast. Elaine and Kevin (Eureka)
Australia Day Classic - Twilight Wednesday course
First boat to start at 1200
hours 26th January 2011
BBQ Lunch
on the lawn at RMYC between 2 and 4pm
| Boat |
Helm |
Bush Poem |
Start Time |
Result |
| Lady Jane |
|
RMYC After |
12:17 |
1 |
| Jamjardel |
Glen |
RMYC After |
12:05 |
2 |
| L'attitude |
John Barter |
My Country/The Snake Man |
12:19 |
3 |
| Possible Dream |
Ken Teiffel |
Australians are a funny lot |
12:09 |
4 |
| MaJiKaL |
Keith Wilson |
Click go the Shears with
violin/Alphabet soup |
12:22 |
5 |
| J-Force |
John Wren |
|
12:18 |
6 |
| Aeolus |
Michael Croft |
The Men who made Australia/Kev's
Poem |
12:13 |
7 |
| Color Tile |
Warren Buchan |
|
12:31 |
8 |
| First Light |
Andy Chilton |
|
12:31 |
9 |
| The Crow |
Jim Crowhurst |
|
12:06 |
10 |
| Chinook |
Peter Rochaix |
Australia Fair by Maybanke
Anderson, (original version) |
12:11 |
DNF |
| Sweet Chariot |
Alistair Rowe |
TBA |
12:12 |
DNF |
| Juggernaut |
Paul Booth |
|
12:17 |
DNF |
| Eureka |
Kevin Oldfield |
Bistro-Banjo Paterson |
12:18 |
DNF |
| Caloola |
Col Boyle |
RMYC After |
12:21 |
DNF |
| Hands Off |
Don Parker |
|
12:19 |
DNF |
| Discoverer |
Dave Perry |
Clancy of the Overflow |
12:10 |
DNF |
| Stampede |
Corinne Feldmann |
Racing |
12:18 |
DNF |
| Flashdance |
Brian (Googs) |
RMYC After |
12:22 |
DNF |
| Preddytor |
Peter Edwards |
RMYC After |
12:27 |
DNF |
| Rhumb Line |
Jim Lupton |
Geebung Polo Club v2 |
12:15 |
DNF |
