FROM THE HELM
As the cooler months set in there is certainly no slowdown of activity all around the Club.
Starting with a Youth Sailing Foundation update, the six Elliott 7-metre keel boats are currently being built under licence by an Australian/New Zealand company owned by boat builders McConaghy Boats in Zhuhai Provence, China.
Kiwi designer Greg Elliott has been in constant communication keeping us abreast of all developments and we are pleased to say that all six boats and componentry have been manufactured and the boats are in various stages of fit-out and on schedule. Completion of the build is expected in early July when the boats will be shipped with an expected four to five week transit to Adelaide. Other associated componentry such as masts, rigging and bow poles are being manufactured in New Zealand and with the recent appointment of Kiwi sail manufacturer Doyle Sails as YSF Sail provider, all trans-Tasman items will be shipped together from New Zealand to the CYCSA.
Greg Elliott will also be over from New Zealand to commission the fleet ready for some warmer weather and exciting usage through this summer. The Club is delighted to announce the appointment of Dale Geddes as our Youth Sailing Foundation Head Coach. Dale joins our team with a wealth of varying experience in sailing as well as a background in instructing school and adult sailing programs, dinghy programs, Yacht Master and water safety. Dale will be furthering his qualifications immediately prior to full programme commencement as well as assisting the Club in pulling together the squad of instructors who will complete the AS Keelboat Instructor Course in time to commence the programs.
The Club has seen the passing of a couple of previously long serving, well known members in recent months. We would like to pass on our deepest sympathies to the families of Allen Walters and Ron Yeates. Both these gentlemen were great servants of the Club in various voluntary positions over many years.
As a Club that relies heavily on its many volunteers in differing areas, we are looking for volunteers. If you are looking to volunteer in any capacity at all, please do not hesitate to contact the office.
Elliott progress, dry fit deck on hull
I would like to thank the patience of members for their understanding during the bathroom refurbishment process. Well over halfway through, we expect normality to resume by mid-June and the upgrade will be a nice addition to the cosmetics and atmosphere at the Club. The kitchen floor has been replaced as planned in order to ensure a safe working environment for our employees. During the recent two-week kitchen closedown period we operated a pizza menu which proved an overnight success, so much so that the top five selling toppings have remained on the full bistro menu. Look out for ‘The Pirate’ which has contributed to nearly a third of all sales and is a truly spectacular treat for those seafood lovers who do not mind a hint of chilli.
Another fantastic upgrade to Club facilities recently has been the Ziptrack blinds added to the north western corner of the BBQ area, protecting against that prevailing wind. Marc and Tony De Maaijer from Ziptrack have been great supporters of the Club for many years now with the supply and installation of their quality products. If you have an outdoor space that could become an extra living area throughout the year, I strongly encourage you to give Ziptrack a call. Other supporters who have come on board and helped the Club since our last publication are Club members Brian Degenhardt from Daytona Signs along with Harvey Grantham and his business CellMed. Daytona Signs have assisted in providing top quality signage solutions around the clubhouse incorporating the new branding/style guides as well as badging the Club’s utility vehicle. Cellmed have generously serviced and rehoused our two defibrilator units at Marina West and in the clubhouse foyer as well as providing two brand new units for the BBQ Area at North Haven and our Port Vincent clubhouse. Harvey is also working on a defibrilator solution to make a compact model available for purchase and use on private boats, details of which will be made available soon. Wishing you all the very best for a warm, safe and dry winter on the water! Adam Hays General Manager
Member’s BBQ area
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