CRUISING ASSOCIATION UPDATE

The August Friday night ‘Boating Conversations’ addressed how to service a yacht sheet and halyard winch and was hosted by Mark Hutton. Member Mark Hutton disassembled a winch identifying in detail parts to be cleaned and inspected then successfully reassembled the winch to show the audience that this is a task that can be carefully done by boat owners. The audience was also introduced to the Powerwincher, an Australian made device that is located within a winch to power assist the winch. As with all ‘Boating Conversations’ the presentation generated many questions with many of the group taking the opportunity to have a hands-on experience with the winch servicing and have a go at using the Powerwincher. The evening was supported by Club Sponsors, North Haven Marine. Our friends Rob and Mandy attended and provided all the items used for this maintenance task, all of which are available from their store. We now look forward to our next ‘Boating Conversations’ evening on Friday 23 September - ‘Sailing Made Easy’, hosted by Nick Bice with Jan Scholten and Sandy Higgins. This session will be of interest to all boat owners but in particular, short-handed cruising yachtsman. There will also be a Q&A about offshore short-handed racing based on Jan’s recent Rolex Sydney Hobart experience and preparation.

Rod Hunter The cruising community remains a strong and diverse part of our Club. The past year has been one of transition and inclusion with more member input sought and a greater number of committee members. We take this opportunity to once again thank Charlesworth Nuts for their generous sponsorship of the Cruising Association. In the coming year the Cruising Association is looking forward to more on-water activities while continuing the vibrant social environment that has been fostered over many years. Through greater participation of cruising members it is intended to re-introduce a few past traditions and acknowledgements, including awarding the Cruise of the Year Trophy. There have been some notable achievements in recent times. Other events planned for the coming season are: • Solo skipper cruise in company to Port Vincent • Mangrove rubber duck tour • Port Adelaide overnight dinner cruise • Trips across the gulf • Participation in the HMAS Hobart memorial event at

Wirrina • Second Saturday of the month BBQ The Cruising Association will continue to support as many Club events as possible. The recent ‘Boating Conversations’ is a good example of the type of events that bring our group together. We look forward to assisting the CYCSA celebrate its 50th Jubilee.

Marty Heffernan Chair, Cruising Association