FROM OUR COMMODORE

I think we would all agree that the past year has been, to say the very least, bizarre! We are not out of the woods yet so we all need to stay vigilant and continue to practice social distancing, enhanced hand sanitisation, staying home and getting tested if displaying any symptoms Since our world changed in March 2020 we have undergone many changes which have now become the ‘norm’. We have been able to get back on the water and hold successful social events but unfortunately had to postpone some too. Our Club has been very busy and I would have to commend Frank and Chef Tony and all the hospitality team for working so well under the enormous pressure COVID put on hospitality. Our administration team, ground crew and cleaners, along with Rob Marner who looks after Port Vincent, have worked incredibly hard to ensure our Club keeps ticking over despite the trials the past year has thrown at us all. I would like to thank you all for your diligence and untiring efforts I would like to extend a warm welcome to all of our new members. Yes, 107 new members have joined since May 2020 which just demonstrates how enticing and welcoming our Club is. With a fairly full agenda of winter racing, cruising, fishing and social events, it is hard to find a week where there is not a Club event planned. So there is something for everyone. I was invited to our Racing Presentation Night and what a fabulous night that was. I am always humbled when I see the calibre of new (especially female) crew coming through and how quickly they have ‘fostered a love for the water’. I see a great future for our Club especially with the focus on the new Elliot 7s that will be such a draw card bringing families and sponsors to our wonderful Club. Who knows what the future holds but I am sure the Club is in good hands with a very professional Board who all hold the Club so dearly to their hearts. I have absolutely loved being part of this Club and the more involved I have been, the greater the rewards have been. I look forward to seeing membership growth through youth and family participation along with a growing cruising cluster. Stay safe.

Jacqueline Heffernan

Meet members, sample a fine selection of wines by premium South Australian boutique winery, GISA Wines and board some beautiful boats! For more information visit our calendar of events on the Club’s website: cycsa.com.au

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