Ahoy! February 2020 by Koko Mueller

Contents

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12 THE BRIDGE 4 Calendar 5 Commodore’s Message 6 General Manager’s Message

FEATURES 8 BuyAssociation Lipton Trophy 12 Around the Island Race 2019 – Coastal Rowing 16 Gate Emblem of HMS Tamar

SAILING 17 Starter’s Box 18 Hong Kong Flying Fifteen Class Champs 2019/2020 19 Sailing Development | Training

IMAGE: LUKE VAN DER KAMP

ROWING

SUSTAINABILITY REALLY MATTERS 25 Protecting Our Marine Environment – Dave the Dolphin

MARINE 26 Ship Shop 28 Marine | Boatyard 29 Classified Page 30 Marine Directory

EVENTS | PROMOTIONS 32 F&B Food Promotions 33 Wine Page

CLUB LINES 37 Club Directory 37 Members, Staff and Other News and Announcements

OTHER SPORTS 31 Kellett Golf Society

21 10 th Hong Kong Half Marathon Dragon Boat Championship 23 Rowing Training Schedule BuyAssociation Lipton Trophy

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Vice Patrons Jimmy Farquhar, Li Fook Hing, Bob Wilson; Commodore John Woo; Vice Commodore Denis Martinet; Rear Commodore Sailing Lucy Sutro; Rear Commodore Club Adrian Pang; Honorary Secretary Mark Yeadon; Honorary Treasurer Ramon Archer; Rowing Captain Guy Parsonage. For other Club contact details please refer to the Club Directory on page 37. Advertising or Editorial Enquiries contact RHKYC PR Department at ahoy@rhkyc.org.hk or 2239 0307 or 2239 0312 Ahoy! Design Michelle Shek, MYND Design. Articles for Ahoy! can be emailed to ahoy@rhkyc.org.hk The Club reserves the right to edit articles. All opinions expressed in this publication are the authors’ and do not necessarily reflect the views of the General Committee of the RHKYC. Copies of the magazine are available at Reception and to view the e-version of the magazine (and back copies) go to the RHKYC website.

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BuyAssociation HKRNVR Memorial Vase

The Bridge

29 February

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CLASS RACING Chinese New Year – Auspicious Dishes in the Bistro 1 to 8 February Fondues in the Bistro, Middle Island and Shelter Cove 1 to 29 February Steps 1,Solo and HKSF Level 2 Optimist Explorers Optimist Adventurers Optimist Silver Squad Youth Sailing Club RYA Safety Boat Course Adult Beginner Rowing Course #2 (Day 1) Adult Development Rowing Course Adult Supervised Rowing Course Youth Development Rowing Programme Outrigger Canoe Development Course Dragon Boat Development Course

SUN Steps 2,3 and HKSF Level 1 Optimist Explorers Optimist Adventurers Optimist Silver Squad Youth Sailing Club RYA Safety Boat Course Adult Beginner Rowing Course #2 (Day 2)

Adult Supervised Rowing Course Youth Development Rowing Programme

HONG KONG RACE WEEK

FEBRUARY

Dragon Boat Development Course

Adult Development Rowing Course Outrigger Canoe Development Course

Dragon Boat Development Course

Adult Development Rowing Course Outrigger Canoe Development Course

Adult Beginners Sailing Course

Sundays ‘Lucky 8’ Gastronomic Lunch

Shelter Cove Wine Fair

6 Adult Beginners Sailing Course Adult Development Rowing Course Adult Supervised Rowing Course Outrigger Canoe Development Course

12 Adult Beginners Sailing Course

7 St. Valentine’s Day Set Dinner in the Compass Room, Middle Island and Shelter Cove Adult Beginners Sailing Course

Radio Course Youth Beginner Rowing Course #1 (Day 2) Adult Supervised Rowing Course Youth Development Rowing Programme

CLASS RACING

Adult Beginners Sailing Course Supervised Sailing Keelboat Crew Course RYA Powerboat Level 2 Course Steps 1,Solo and HKSF Level 2 Optimist Explorers Optimist Adventurers Optimist Silver Squad Youth Sailing Club Radio Course Adult Beginner Rowing Course #4 (Day 1) Adult Development Rowing Course Adult Supervised Rowing Course Youth Development Rowing Programme Outrigger Canoe Development Course Dragon Boat Development Course

Adult Beginners Sailing Course Supervised Sailing Keelboat Crew Course Social Racing Steps 2,3 and HKSF Level 1 Optimist Explorers Optimist Adventurers Optimist Silver Squad Youth Sailing Club Adult Beginner Rowing Course #3 (Day 2) Adult Supervised Rowing Course Youth Development Rowing Programme

CLASS RACING

20 Val Di Toro Wine Dinner in the Compass Room Adult Development Rowing Course Adult Supervised Rowing Course Outrigger Canoe Development Course

Radio Course Youth Beginner Rowing Course #1 (Day 1) Adult Development Rowing Course Adult Supervised Rowing Course Youth Development Rowing Programme Outrigger Canoe Development Course Dragon Boat Development Course

Adult Beginners Sailing Course Keelboat Crew Course Steps 1,Solo and HKSF Level 2 Optimist Explorers Optimist Adventurers Optimist Silver Squad Youth Sailing Club Adult Beginner Rowing Course #3 (Day 1) Adult Development Rowing Course Adult Supervised Rowing Course Youth Development Rowing Programme Outrigger Canoe Development Course Dragon Boat Development Course

Adult Beginners Sailing Course Adult Development Rowing Course Adult Supervised Rowing Course Outrigger Canoe Development Course

Adult Development Rowing Course Outrigger Canoe Development Course

Adult Development Rowing Course Adult Supervised Rowing Course Outrigger Canoe Development Course

17 Dragon Boat Development Course

Kellett Island Wine Fair

Dragon Boat Development Course

South American Night at the Middle Island

27 Wines of the Month

Adult Beginners Sailing Course Keelboat Supervised Sailing RYA Powerboat Level 2 Course Social Racing Steps 2,3 and HKSF Level 1 Optimist Explorers Optimist Adventurers Optimist Silver Squad Youth Sailing Club Radio Course Adult Beginner Rowing Course #4 (Day 2) Adult Supervised Rowing Course Youth Development Rowing Programme

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BUYASSOCIATION HKRNVR MEMORIAL VASE Adult Beginners Sailing Course RYA Powerboat Level 2 Course Steps 2,3 and HKSF Level 1 Optimist Explorers Optimist Adventurers Optimist Silver Squad Youth Sailing Club Adult Development Rowing Course Adult Supervised Rowing Course Youth Development Rowing Programme Outrigger Canoe Development Course Dragon Boat Development Course

Dry and Healthy Promotion

Albert Bichot Bourgogne Chardonnay ‘Heritage 1831’ 2016/17 – Côte de Beaune, France Albert Bichot Bourgogne Pinot Noir ‘Heritage 1831’ 2016/17 – Côte de Beaune, France

Bistro, Middle Island and Shelter Cove

Commodore’s Message I would like to take this opportunity to thanks all members and non members who are giving up their time and volunteering to assist with this year’s Hong Kong Race Week – without them this event would not be able to run. The event takes place at Middle Island from 4 to 9 February and promises to delivery yet another thrilling competition.

What an exciting opportunity we had to meet and hear from one of the most talented and legendary offshore sailors, Francis Joyon on 17 January. Francis is a winner of the solo transatlantic race, La Route de Rhum, and the fastest man around the World and is the record holder of the Jules Verne Commodore John Woo 會長胡祖榮 Trophy, nonstop around the world in 40 days. At the time of writing Francis and his crew on board a 97’ trimaran IDEC2 (former Groupama 3) are about to attempt to break the record for the Clipper route (Hong Kong to London) currently held by Maserati in 36 days, 2 hours, 37 minutes and 2 seconds. We wish them the best of luck.

February marks the start of the season for the Club’s Dragon Boat team, Royal X with the official Bai San being held this month at Middle Island. Meanwhile, the Club rowers are a month into their training programme with the ultimate aim of competing at Henley Royal Regatta in July. I would like to wish all of our athletes all the best with their training programmes leading up to the busy 2020 season!

恭喜發財﹗祝各位鼠年身體健康，好運連連以及在帆船、賽艇及划艇運動中「大豐收」﹗

2月亦為本會的龍舟隊「Royal X」開始訓練的時間，拜神儀式將於月內在中途島舉行。與此同時，本會的賽艇運動員亦已密鑼緊鼓練習，劍指今年7月舉行的「Henley Royal Regatta」。我祝願所有運動員在訓練過程中一切順利﹗

真的很榮幸有機會在1月17日當天與傳奇航海家弗朗西斯．茹瓦永 (Francis Joyon）會面。弗朗西斯是航海界的泰斗人物，更是唯一一位同時保持多項世界航海紀錄的保持者；例如單人環球航行紀錄、北大西洋不間斷航行紀錄以及「朗姆之路」跨大西洋帆船賽冠軍等。執筆之時，弗朗西斯與其團隊已登上其97呎的三體船「ID EC 2 號」(前稱為

Groupama 3號」)，開展了他們由香港往倫敦的海上茶葉之路。這條航線現有紀錄保持者為「Maserati號」，其船隊以36天2小時37分鐘2秒完成整條航線。

Looking forward, the Club is pleased to host the BuyAssociation HKRNVR Memorial Vase on Saturday 29 February which will be the third Harbour pursuit race of the Top Dog Series. It is still not too late to enter the series if you have competed in the Around the Island Race or the Lipton Trophy. Rolex China Sea Race around Easter in April is not too far down the line too. This is the time for those sailors and boat owners interested in offshore sailing to form a team and get the boat ready for it.

2月2 9日（週六）本會欣然舉辦「BuyAssociation HKRNVR 紀念盃帆船賽」，是「Top Dog 盃帆船聯賽2019 -2020」第三場賽事。如果你已參與「香港環島大賽」及「BuyAssociation Lipton 盃帆船賽」，現在報名參與「BuyAssociation HKRNVR 紀念盃帆船賽」還不算遲呢﹗ 勞力士中國海帆船賽」亦臨近，是時候讓一些對離岸賽有興趣的帆船運動員準備征戰了。

我希望籍此機會感謝所有會員及非會員在「香港帆船賽週」成為賽事義工，並從中付出自己寶貴的時間協助完成賽事，令賽事得以順利舉行。香港帆船賽週」於2月4至9日在中途島舉行，上演精彩的賽事。

RHKYC Jigsaw Puzzles We now have a range of Club jigsaw puzzles available in the Ship Shop. Six different 500pc puzzles and three different 1,000pc puzzles. There are so many benefits in doing a jigsaw puzzle and can you can do them on your own or with friends and family. Take one on your next weekend cruise! We are also happy to help you create your own custom puzzle. Just send us your own copyright-free high resolution images and we’ll do the rest. Come and see us in the Ship Shop!

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The Bridge

Firstly, may I wish you all a Kung Hei Fat Choi and I hope the Year of Rat brings you good health, great fortune and fantastic sailing, rowing and paddling all year long!

General Manager’s Message

The Bridge General Manager Mark Bovaird

總經理布馬克

Kung Hei Fat Choi and Happy Chinese New Year of the Rat! The Rat is the first in the cycle of the twelve zodiac animals that symbolise each year. According to one myth, the Jade Emperor declared that the sequence would be decided by the order in which the twelve animals arrived at his party. Along the way, the Rat tricked the Ox into giving him a ride, and then, just as they arrived, the Rat jumped down and landed ahead of the Ox, thus securing his spot in first place.

From 4 to 9 February the Club will once again be hosting Hong Kong Race Week which over the years has firmly established itself as the youth sailor’s regatta of choice in Asia. It is fantastic for the Club to once again host a major international sporting event for Hong Kong, and we look forward to welcoming sailors from nine nations to compete in this year’s edition. What a fantastic event this has become and we are sure Middle Island will once again be buzzing with activity, and some highly competitive sailing will be taking place over four racetracks on the south side of Hong Kong Island. We wouldn’t normally have consecutive wine dinners from the same region here at the Club, however, when you have two of the best Tuscan wineries coming into town, we simply couldn’t say no to having the owner/winemakers come along and share with us the stories of their wineries and to introduce us to their fabulous wines. As always our sommeliers and chefs have devised exquisite menus to highlight the wines to their full potential. The first owner and Winemaker is

恭喜發財﹗祝各位鼠年快樂﹗老鼠，是十二生肖之首。至於說到鼠何以居此顯要地位，傳說玉皇大帝要給十二種動物排座次，於是決定召開一個甄選生肖大會，更頒佈哪種動物首先到達便可位居首位。途中老鼠要求牛「載牠一程」；抵達後卻率先跳下來，站在牛的前面，奪得了第一名，最終成為十二生肖之首。 2月4至9 日本會再度舉辦「香港帆船賽週」。多年來，「香港帆船賽週」已被確認為亞洲青年帆船運動員不可或缺的賽事，奠定了國際地位。香港遊艇會亦因再次為香港舉辦國際帆船賽事而自豪，我們更熱切期待九個不同民族的青年帆船運動員參與今年的賽事。屆時，中途島將變得熱鬧起來，有著不同的活動及一眾年輕高手在港島南區一較高下。通常我們不會連續舉辦來自同地區的葡萄酒晚宴，但我們獲得兩種來自意大利托斯卡納的佳釀到來本會，實在令人不可抗拒。我們的侍酒師及大廚將如常設計精美的菜單，以配搭上乘的葡萄酒。來自Val Di Toro 酒莊的 Anna Maria Cruciata，是2月27日首位與大家會面的酒莊主人及釀酒師。Val Di Toro 酒莊是一家由家族經營的酒莊，更是運用可持續發展方法釀酒的典範。Val Di Toro 酒莊有著 Anna 特製的玫瑰酒，是最受本會歡迎的。第二位客人是 Dr Giampaolo Bruni，他持有位於佛羅倫薩和

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Anna Maria Cruciata from the Val Di Toro Winery who will be here on 27 February. Val di Toro is a family run vineyard and is a shining example of environmental sustainability in wine production, and of course, is the winery which produces Anna’s Secret which is the Club’s favourite rose wine. Our second guest is Dr Giampaolo Bruni who owns the vineyards of Piandaccoli, located between Florence and Pisa, and who will be here on 5 March. Piandaccoli produce some truly amazing red wines, which, as well as using the traditional Sangiovese grape of that region, also specialise in the use of some of some ancient varietals to add greater complexity, freshness and balance to their highly respected wines. Valentine’s Day is as always on 14 February, which this year falls on a Friday. Apart from the ever popular special six-course set dinner in the Compass Room, we are also offering a special four-course set dinner at Middle Island and at Shelter Cove in order to provide members with more options to celebrate this occasion with their loved ones. On 28 February Middle Island plays host to a very colourful South American Night brimming with incredible food, live entertainment and of course, salsa dancing. Come and join us for what promises to be a fantastic Friday night out. From time to time we must use this space as an opportunity to remind members of the Bye-Laws. In this instance I would like to highlight Bye Law 15.6 – “The flying of drones or other similar equipment is prohibited at any club premises unless with the permission of the General Committee who may delegate the granting of such permission to the General Manager.” All Bye-Laws are important, however, given that the Kellett Island Clubhouse sits within the No-Fly-Zone for the government flying service heliport at the Convention Centre, it is essential that members fully comply with this one at all times. Kung Hei Fat Choi, and I look forward to seeing you all enjoying all that the Club has to offer in the year of the Rat.

比薩之間的 Piandaccoli 葡萄園，並於3月5日與大家會面。Piandaccoli 葡萄園盛產上乘的紅酒，以及使用傳統的桑嬌維賽葡萄和一些陳年的品種來提升其葡萄酒。今年2月14 日的情人節是星期五。除了在 Compass Room 廣受歡迎的六道菜晚宴外，我們在中途島及白沙灣也特設四道菜的晚宴，讓會員與摯愛一起共渡佳節。在 2月28日中途島將舉辦充滿色彩的南美洲之夜，並同時奉上美食、現場娛樂及莎莎舞。與我們共同渡過一個美好的周五晚上吧﹗ 我們不時會利用這個機會提醒會員有關本會的附例。我籍此提醒會員有關附例15.6條 —「The flying of drones or other similar equipment is prohibited at any club premises unless with the permission of the General Committee who may delegate the granting of such permission to the General Manager.」所有附例均非常重要，而吉列島會所處於政府飛行服務隊香港會議展覽中心停機坪的禁航區，請各會員任何時候均嚴格遵守此附例。恭喜發財﹗期待在鼠年於會內見大家。

The Bridge Kellett Island Middle Island

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Feature | BuyAssociation Lipton Trophy

BuyAssociation Lipton Trophy W O RD S: VIVIA N N G A N | IM AGES:

LUKE VA N D ER K A MP |

VIVIA N N G A N

he BuyAssociation Lipton Trophy started on 30 November 2019 with the Hong Kong skyline highlighted under a perfect blue sky. With a consistent 7 to 8kts easterly breeze throughout the harbour, Race Officer Gareth Williams opted for a Hung Hom start and elected to set the fleet around triangles and windward/leeward courses around Kowloon Bay and Tai Koo Shing. Pursuit races work on the basis that each boat or Class of boats is given a different start time based on their handicap, which in a perfect race would result in all boats finishing at the same target time of

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Feature | BuyAssociation Lipton Trophy

1630hrs. With 57 boats racing, the first of the staggered starts was at 1400hrs with the Pandora fleet and the last boat to start was Ambush at 1504hrs. As the breeze continued to strengthen throughout the race up to 15kts, some of the yachts started to struggle to keep their kites hoisted during the tight reaching legs, many having to drop their spinnaker completely as they struggled to hold on. Big boat Crystal was the only a casualty of the building breeze, extensively ripping their kite. Pandora Panopae did well in holding off the faster yachts for the first of the large laps to Tai Koo Shing before eventually being overtaken by Ruffian Buster. Buster managed to maintain their lead until the finish at Hung Hom at 1626hrs. Impala Taxi crossed the finishing line in 2nd place followed by Flying Fifteen Forty Forte. The BuyAssociation Lipton Trophy is the second of four events that make up the Top Dog Trophy Series 2019-2020, the next race in the series will be BuyAssociation HKRNVR Memorial Vase on 29 February. FEBRUARY 2020 AHOY! |

Feature | BuyAssociation Lipton Trophy

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Feature | BuyAssociation Lipton Trophy

BuyAssociation Lipton Trophy 2019 – Top 10 BOAT NAME

SAIL NO

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OWNER

FINISH

Buster Taxi Forty Forte Easy Tiger GNU Dragonfly Tchaikoffsky Zulf Victory 9 Incoming

517 1047 3990 884 262 59 3981 1476 515 1047

Ruffian Impala Flying 15 Etchells Impala Dragon Flying 15 Etchells Ruffian Etchells

Nicholas Bryan Dennis Chien Warwick Simons Marty Kaye Randy Yeung Abraham Van Olphen Brian Henderson Fred Kinmonth Wan Kit Kot Ian Fleming

16:26:55 16:30:00 16:30:41 16:31:14 16:31:28 16:31:53 16:32:10 16:32:45 16:33:08 16:33:29

PLACE

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10

First row: 1st Inshore Keelboat: GNU – Impala – Randy Yeung; 1st Day Boat: Easy Tiger – Etchells – Kaye / Watson / Norton Second row: 1st Place and Lipton Trophy: Third row: 3rd Place: Forty Forte – Flying Fifteen – Warwick Simons Buster – Ruffian – Nicholas Bryan; 2nd Place: Taxi – Impala- Dennis Chien

The Club would like extend a huge thank you to our title sponsor, BuyAssociation, and partner Peroni for their continued support of the Lipton Trophy this year. BuyAssociation continue to be a valued and engaged title sponsor for a second year and brought back the wheel of fortune and incredible lucky draw giving everyone the chance to win a great bottle of wine and one lucky winner 6 bottles of Veuve Cliquot. Returning partner Peroni also helped get prizegiving party get into full swing, making the prizegiving a great night. Special thanks to Race Officer Gareth Williams and his capable team of assistants: Anthony Root, Cheery Graham, Di Williams, Dawn Allen, Elizabeth SeymourJones, Malcolm Sage, Howard Lam, Victor Tsien and safety boat team Baden Wong and Philip Penaloza. FEBRUARY 2020 AHOY! |

Around the Island Race 2019 W O RD S: NICK C R A BB | IM AGES: O F FI CIA L R A CE PH OTO G R A PHERS

Feature | Around the Island Race 2019 – Coastal Rowing he Around the Island Race 2019 (ATIR) for coastal rowing was a dramatic, inspiring, record breaking event that was held a week following the World Rowing Coastal Championships in early November. Given the luck that we had with the weather during the World Rowing Coastal Championships (WRCC), I was astonished that this would continue into the last weekend of major racing for the Rowing and Paddle Sports Section in 2019. Having said this, the Race Director and I had sat down on the week leading up to ATIR – we were concerned with the forecasted northeasterly monsoon providing force 5 to 6 conditions on the eastern and southeastern part of the 45km course. These forecasted

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conditions would of course be fantastic news for our outrigger canoeing competitors who would race on the Sunday (also would have been useful for the sailing edition of ATIR that would be held two weeks following) but for this year’s coastal rowing race, I was concerned. For the best part, the majority of our rowing athletes train and compete on either a 1000m or 2000m flat water course for the best part of the year. Perhaps some of them would race a head race or had taken the opportunity to train towards and compete in the WRCC of which the longest course distance was 6km in relatively sheltered harbour water. So given that we needed to make the decision if we would run the 45km race when expecting at least 2m swells at Cape d’Agulier with winds at

– Coastal Rowing I am a strong believer in safely facilitating athletes and competitors to push themselves outside of their comfort zone but I was unsure if allowing the race to go ahead on the full course and including these invited entries would compromise our very high safety standards. However, after a few meetings and phone calls, the decision was made to go ahead with the full 45km race. What a decision that turned out to be. On the morning of the race, the conditions had eased slightly, the sun was shining and 31 crews started the race on time! The Club had fielded seven crews including a composite crew in a mixture of relay and iron categories. Three of these crews had Club Rowing Captains within their ranks (Alex Bidlake, Wan Ng and Guy Parsonage), a great sight to see for the Rowing membership! THE RACE With racing starting between 0800hrs and 0845hrs, by 1000hrs the crews were well spread out. Conditions in the harbour out to Cape Collinson had been deceivingly calm with most crews then struggling to keep their glide through the swell on the eastern side of Hong Kong Island. But thankfully the idyllic views, support boat motivation and the

a constant 18 to 20kts was a tough call not withstanding that for the first time we would have a single sculler (C1x) and a Para-rowing double (C2x) competing in the race. The C1x entry, Ben Booth who had travelled to Hong Kong from the US to compete in the WRCC was invited to enter ATIR by the race’s organising committee, a challenge which went hand-in-hand with his rowing pedigree and experience. Booth had already raced similar races in the US including winning the 20 mile Blackburn Challenge three years in a row. The Para C2x entry was crewed by Ajmal Samuel and Agustas Navickas. Samuel was returning for the second year in a row, having competed FEBRUARY 2020 AHOY! |

Feature | Around the Island Race 2019 – Coastal Rowing

in a coastal quad in 2018 with three able-bodied rowers. Navickas, a Paralympics athlete (Rio 2016) had raised funds to travel to Hong Kong from Lithuania with his father to compete in this race.

Feature | Around the Island Race 2019 – Coastal Rowing

thought of a good meal and sipping ice cold beer pushed all competitors safely around Cape d’Aguilar onwards towards Stanley and the on towards Repulse Bay. Approaching Middle Island, the course changed depending on what category the crew was racing. The nine relay crews swapped at Middle Island and the remaining iron crews rowed a course south of Middle Island and north of Round Island. Throughout the race, the two lead boats, Nautical Club of Thessaloniki and Societe Nautique De Monaco in the Open C4x+ category had competed strongly remaining within 10m for the first 30km of the 45km course. The crew from Thessaloniki was made up of predominately fine rowing athletes who rowed the conditions extremely well, leading the experienced coastal rowers from Monaco for the majority of this 30km stretch of the course. However, it was the experience that delivered with Monaco pulling away and having a clear lead by Sulphur Channel. The final stretch of the course from Kennedy Town to Kellett Island was extremely challenging for all crews. The water was (as it always is) extremely messy, with ferry wake rebounding off the sea walls having a washing machine affect on the boats making it very difficult to keep a good stroke rhythm. With our experienced safety team in place, covering the Macau Ferry Terminal and the Central Pier area, all crews made it safely through the challenging conditions and back to Kellett Island. Societe Nautique De Monaco rowed the fasted time of the day, finishing in a record time of 3:13:53. Ben Booth finished in an impressive time of 4:32:21 and the Para C2x (Samuel and Navickas) completed the 45km course in an inspiring time of 7:35:37. I would like to offer my congratulations to all the crews who raced especially our Club crews who strongly represented RHKYC on that November weekend. Finally, I would like to thank all our amazing volunteers – it goes without saying that these races would not take place if it wasn’t for these incredible people, so thank you!

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Around the Island Race 2019 – Coastal Rowing – Results DIVISION

FULL NAME

ACTUAL TIME

POSITION

Invitational Adaptive 2x Ajmal Samuel and Agustas Navickas Women 2x LBC Rowing Ladies Invitational 1x Benjamin Booth

7:35:37 5:00:06 4:32:21

1 1 1

Open 4x+ Relay

Zhejiang University Bumblebee Rowing Club Lion Rock /SRC SDBC & TJRC A T-cool Rowing Club EX – VANKE A RUC

4:31:29

4:43:21 4:44:39 4:52:31 5:01:12 5:13:02 6:26:18

2 3 4 5 6 7

Mixed 2x Mixed 2x Mixed 2x Open 2x Relay Open 2x Relay Open 2 x Open 2 x Open 2 x Open 2 x

RHKYC - Wan & Winky GBR Easter Rowing Club and Jo Lord RHKYC-4SM The Fantastic Four RHKYC - KelMat South End-Lachine SRC The Chinese University of Hong Kong Rowing Team

4:09:13 4:18:12 4:34:40 4:47:34 5:00:28 4:01:40 4:25:19 4:28:00 4:59:24

1 2 3 1 2 1 2 3 4

Women 4x+

HübscheFräuleins

3:56:27

Open 4 x+ Open 4 x+ Open 4 x+ Open 4 x+ Open 4 x+ Open 4 x+ Open 4 x+ Open 4 x+ Open 4 x+ Open 4 x+

SOCIETE NAUTIQUE DE MONACO Nautical Club of Thessaloniki RHKYC Parsonage RHKYC Yellow Shanghai Dianshanhu Boat Club (Full) Jiangsu Tingjin Rowing Club (Full) BCN-HK EX – VANKE B EV – VANKE C

3:13:53 3:30:07 3:50:54 4:12:03 4:19:04 4:21:56 4:32:00 4:40:29 5:25:33 5:43:14

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10

6:12:30

Open 4x+ Relay Open 4x+ Relay Open 4x+ Relay Open 4x+ Relay Open 4x+ Relay Open 4x+ Relay

Open 4 x+

(TsingTing Club A) RHKYC Rowing

Feature | Around the Island Race 2019 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Coastal Rowing

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Gate Emblem of HMS Tamar Feature | Gate Emblem of HMS Tamar

his emblem, one of two, was originally mounted on the entrance gate to HMS Tamar at the Prince of Wales Barracks in Central, which was the Headquarters of the British Forces serving in Hong Kong. The emblem was donated to the Club at the time of the Handover in

1997. The year commemorated on the emblem, 1878, is the year in which HMS Tamar first arrived in Hong Kong. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s twin is displayed at the Hong Kong Museum of Coastal Defence. It is unclear when the emblem was painted white, gold and blue and mounted on the external wall of the Shelter Cove Clubhouse where it remained for many years. Last summer, however, it was decided to put it on display in the newly refurbished Bistro and so it was it was brought to Kellett Island. Luckily, Club research on the emblem led us to a high resolution image online of the second emblem in the museum. This enabled the Club to copy the colour scheme as well as adding in the words Hong Kong in the rather unique font. The images here show the progress of the work as we tracked it from having its old paint blasted off, through to the various stages of the new colours being painted on and finally being mounted on the wall in the Bistro Bar where many of you will by now have seen it.

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Starter’s Box UP C OMING E VENTS 4 to 9 February

BuyAssociation HKRNVR Memorial Vase

29 February

China Sea 200 Dash

7 March

Ladies Helm

8 March

Boase Cohen & Collins Inter-School Sailing Festival

14 and 15 March

Sailing

Hong Kong Race Week

Boase Cohen & Collins Inter-School Sailing Festival

BuyAssociation HKRNVR Memorial Vase

The inaugural Inter-School Sailing Festival was organized in 2002 by RHKYC’s parent-led Youth Sailing Class to encourage more school’s sailing and sail training in Hong Kong. The concept was simple – each team would consist of a minimum of six sailors, who would race three dinghies in a team racing format against their opposition. The results for each boat in a team would be combined and the team with the lowest combined score would win, hence a team finishing 2nd, 3rd and 5th in a race would prevail over a team finishing 1st, 4th and 6th. The team racing format has the effect of neutralizing the benefit of having one very good sailor in a team, as being first over the line is not necessarily the optimal result for the team. Tactics feature heavily with competitors strategically delaying opposition boats to help boost their team’s aggregated score.

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China Sea 200 Dash The Royal Hong Kong Yacht Club invites entries to the fourth China Sea 200 Dash, a Category 3 offshore race with liferafts using virtual marks to create a course which starts and finishes in Hong Kong waters. The intent is to help boats get tuned-up and their crews ready for night sailing before the start of the Rolex China Sea Race 2020. Boats not entering in the Rolex China Sea Race are also welcome to enter, subject to meeting the requirements outlined in the Notice of Race (NoR). It is the intent of the race committee that course lengths will differ between divisions to enable the majority of boats to finish around the same time.

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Saturday 29 February will see the second pursuit race of the Top Dog Series, the BuyAssociation HKRNVR Memorial Vase. The trophy was presented to the Club in 1950 by officers of the HKRNVR and HKNVF in memory of their comrades who fell in the battle for Hong Kong from 1941 to 1950 with the proviso that “the course should take participating yachts into waters patrolled by the HKRNVR”. The HKRNVR is now defunct but the trophy continues to serve as a reminder of when amateur sailors played their part in the security of Hong Kong. Nowadays the course takes the fleet out through the harbour to the Eastern approaches and back and the HKRNVR Memorial Vase will be presented to the first boat that finishes. Notice of Race and online entry are available from the club’s website.

These days the Boase Cohen & Collins Inter-School Festival is going from strength to strength each year with 22 teams from 17 schools taking part in 2019. This year the festival will take place on 14 and 15 March and is probably the most spectator friendly regatta at the Club with racing taking part in front of the Middle Island Clubhouse with live commentary. Come and support your school as teams battle it out over two days with about 100 races being sailed. Everyone is welcome to come and enjoy the atmosphere at Middle Island hardstanding with racing starting at 1000hrs each day.

Rolex China Sea Race Friday 6 March is the entry deadline for the 30 th edition of our biennial blue water classic race, Rolex China Sea Race. The Rolex China Sea Race is one of Asia’s oldest World Sailing Category 1 offshore race’s taking boats 565 nautical miles from Victoria Harbour to Subic Bay in the Philippines. The online entry form, Notice of Race and submission schedule are available at www.rolexchinasearace.com – with 35 boats expected to enter, the earlier you submit your information the smoother the scrutineering process will be. FEBRUARY 2020 AHOY! |

REGATTA REPORT

Hong Kong Flying Fifteen Class Champs 2019/2020 W O RD S: PE T ER BRIT T EN | IM AGES: A LIS O N KIN

Sailing

ith 15 boats entered for the 2019/20 Hong Kong Class Championships, it would be the first time in many years that the fleet championships would be raced on Victoria harbour, with the city as a back drop. With a Northerley wind forecast for the weekend it was to be a shifty and unpredictable breeze as the pressure came over the mountains and into the Harbour. The first day of the championships saw three boats being called over the line and all 3 going back, Sam Chan and Nick Atkinson on FF4038, Kelvin Cheung and Michael Bennett on ff3978 and Peter Britten and Oli Merz on FF3722. All three decided to split from the fleet to the right side of the course which proved a winning move, as they arrived first at the windward mark, places they wouldnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t relinquish in what would become a regatta of getting the shifts right throughout the weekend. There were wind holes the size of ships and and ships slicing down the middle of the course to add to the tension. After day one Peter Britten and Oli Merz held top spot, but with a number of boats in close proximity, it was all on for day 2. The first 2 races on day 2 were sailed up and down Kai Tak and the wind shut down in the final stages of the second race challenging to drift across the line for a finish. It all came down to the last race, which looked like it was going to be cancelled until the breeze filled in to give a steady(ish) 7 knots of breeze to decide the championships. Kelvin Cheung and Michael Bennet on ff3981 took a huge lead on the first beat and rounded the top mark with a clear lead, followed by Sam Chan and Nick Atkinson on ff4038 and then Chris Howard and Niall Westley on ff3468. These boats were then followed by the chasing pack of John Tse and Andy Yeu ff3978 then Peter Britten and Oli Merz on ff3722 which would create the front group of five for the race. As the wind swung it was a matter of picking the shifts both up and downwind, with Johns and Andy ff3978 picking its way through the fleet it looked like their race until they got the wrong windward mark allowing ff3468 and then ff3722 to squeeze through. These two boats then had a fight to the finish with Peter and Oli one ff3722 taking Chris and Niall on FF3997 out on starboard and gybing for the line to clinch the finish by just a couple of boats lengths, taking the race and the championship. After a difficult 2 days racing it came down to the top 5 boats fighting it out in strong tide and patchy wind. Peter Britten and Oli Merz lifted the trophy in ff3722, with John Tse and Andy Yeu ff3978 taking second to finish the podium it was Kelvin Cheung and Michael Bennet ff3981 taking third place. A big thank you to the RO team who had a tough job in difficult condition to get all 6 races and Oli Merz for working with the club and RO teams to ensure we could get a Championships done in the harbour.

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From top: Class Sec Carlyon Knight-Evans presents the the winning Trophy to Peter Britten (right) and Oliver Merz (centre); John Tse (Centre) and Andy Yeu (right) came second in Spencer Suenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Flying Fort; Kelvin Cheung (Centre) and Michael Bennet (Right) came third

SAILING DEVELOPMENT AND TRAINING CONTACTS

Sailing

General Enquiries Gloria Yeung 2812 7063 MI Sailing & Marine Manager Jonathan Rankine 2812 0172 MI Centre Manager Luke Van der Kamp 2812 7303 Senior Sailing Instructor Kelvin Lau 2812 7303 Sailing Instructor Patrick Chung 2812 7303 Head Racing Coach Noppakao Poonpat 2812 6255 Race Coach / Bosun Daniel Dolega 2812 6255 Race Coach / Bosun Maria Cantero 2812 6255 http://www.rhkyc.org.hk/SailTraining.aspx sailtrain@rhkyc.org.hk www.facebook.com/RHKYCsharks

Youth Weekend Programme COURSE OPTIONS

OPTION 2 SUNDAY

SATURDAY

SUNDAY

February: 29 March: 7, 21, 28 April: 4

March: 1, 8, 22, 29 April: 5

April: 25 May: 2, 9, 16, 23

April: 26 May: 3, 10, 17, 24

1330hrs to 1645hrs

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COURSE DATES

Step 1

OPTION 3

SATURDAY

Step 2

1330hrs to 1645hrs

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Solo

0915hrs to 1230hrs

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Step 3

0915hrs to 1230hrs

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Level 1

0915hrs to 1230hrs

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Level 2

0915hrs to 1645hrs

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Full Day

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Full Day

SATURDAY

SUNDAY

SATURDAY

SUNDAY

February: 29 March: 7, 21, 28 April: 4

March: 1, 8, 22, 29 April: 5

April: 25 May: 2, 9, 16, 23

April: 26 May: 3, 10, 17, 24

COURSE OPTIONS

OPTION 2

COURSE DATES

OPTION 3

Opti Explorers and Opti Adventurers

Silver Squad and Youth Sailing Club

Notice Board January Application forms and more details www.rhkyc.org.hk click on Instruction or email sailtrain@rhkyc.org.hk COURSE TITLE

START DATE

PRACTICAL DATES

LANGUAGE

RE-SAIL

WEEKENDS COURSE 週末課程 Adult Beginners Course #2

15 February

Saturdays and Sundays

15, 16, 22, 23, 29 February

English

Adult Beginners Course #3

15 February

Saturdays and Sundays

15, 16, 22, 23, 29 February

Cantonese 中文授課

Sunday 1 March

Adult Beginners Course #4

7 March

Saturdays and Sundays

7, 8, 21, 22, 28 March

English

Sunday 29 March

Adult Beginners Course #5

18 April

All Saturdays

18, 25 April, 2, 15, 23 May

Cantonese 中文授課

Saturday 30 May

Adult Beginners Course #6

19 April

All Sundays

19, 26 April, 3, 16, 24 May

English

Saturday 30 May

Sunday 1 March

Adult Beginners Course #7

6 June

All Saturdays

6, 13, 20, 27 June, 4 July

English

Saturday 11 July

Adult Beginners Course #8

7 June

All Sundays

7, 14, 21, 28 June, 5 July

English

Saturday 11 July

Adult Beginners Course #9

7 June

All Sundays

7, 14, 21, 28 June, 5 July

Cantonese 中文授課

Saturday 11 July

WEEKDAYS COURSE 平日課程 Adult Beginners Course #11

18 February

Weekdays

12, 13, 14, 19, 20 February

Adult Beginners Course #12

28 February

Weekdays to Fridays

28 February, 6, 13, 20, 27 March

Cantonese 中文授課 English

Friday 21 February Friday 3 April

Adult Beginners Course #13

27 April

Weekdays

27, 28, 29, 30 April, 1 May

English

Monday 4 May

Adult Beginners Course #14

13 May

Weekdays

13, 14, 15, 20, 21 May

English

Friday 22 May

Adult Beginners Course #15

3 June

Weekdays

3, 4, 5, 10, 11 June

English

Friday 12 June

Full details and application forms can be found on our website: http://www.rhkyc.org.hk/YouthSailTraining.aspx Please note that members have booking priority one month before the start of the course.

RHKYC Lifejackets at Middle Island Members are welcome to borrow sail training

lifejackets hung on the racks at Middle Island. If you do wish to use one of these, please remember the following: • Before use please fill out the Hire Chit. Hire charge is $21 per session • After use please rinse, buckle up and hang on the appropriate rail with just 1 arm strap FEBRUARY 2020 AHOY! |

SA IL T R A INING RYA POWERBOAT TRAINING

ADULT SUPERVISED SAILING

These are practical powerboat handling courses.

Skills Refresher 16 February Skills Refresher 22 February Skills Refresher 1 March

RYA Powerboat Level 2 Courses (inc. assessment) Option 3 PBL2 22 and 23 February Option 4 PBL2 29 February and 1 March

Sailing

RYA Safety Boat Courses Option 3 SB 18 and 19 April

ADULT BEGINNERS This 5 day practical course is taught in our RA Quest dinghies and follows. Also open to the public HKSF Level 1 and 2 Option 2 – 15, 16, 22, 23, 29 February 2020 (Weekend) Option 3 – 15, 16, 22, 23, 29 February 2020 (Weekend, Cantonese) Option 11 – 12, 13, 14, 19, 20 February 2020 (Weekday) Option 12 – 28 February, 6, 13, 20, 27 March 2020 (Weekday) HKSF Level 3 Course: TBA (0900hrs to 1700hrs) *in case one day is canceled due to bad weather

FIRST AID CPR AND AED COURSES Course options (One Day): TBA (0900hrs to 1700hrs) Refresher (One Day): TBA (0900hrs to 1700hrs) Refresher course is only available to those who hold a valid NSC Standard First Aid and CPR/AED certificate or one that expires in the same month

HK PLEASURE VESSEL OPERATORS CERTIFICATE OF COMPETENCE COURSE Part A (Master) 24, 25 March (1830hrs to 2230hrs) Part B (Engineer) 26, 27 March (1830hrs to 2230hrs)

SOCIAL WAYFARER RACE SERIES Now held on Saturday afternoons and aimed at adults. Members and non members are welcome. See our website for more details. Sunday – PM 16 February Sunday – PM 23 February

ADULT KEELBOAT COURSES / RACE TRAINING Intro to Small Keelboat Course C2: 4 and 5 April Course C3: 30 April and 1 May

KEELBOAT CREW COURSE Course C2: Course C3:

15, 16, 22 Februaryruary 11, 12, 18 April

Keelboat Skipper Course Course C1: 7, 8, 14, 15 March Keelboat Supervised Sailing Skills Refresher: 23 February

GMDSS/DSC SHORT RANGE RADIO OPERATOR COURSE Course: Exams:

TBA (1000hrs to 1830hrs) TBA (1830hrs to 2100hrs)

GMDSS/DSC LONG RANGE RADIO OPERATOR COURSE Course: Exams:

8, 9, 22, 23 February (1000hrs to 1830hrs) 24, 25, 27 February (1830hrs to 2100hrs)

For further information please contact sailtrain@rhkyc.org.hk Sail Training Schedule The new schedule has recently been published online. Please remember that members do get priority on booking until one month before the course starts. In general we require a minimum of four students to be able to confirm a course. 20

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10th Hong Kong Half Marathon Dragon Boat Championships

DRAGON BOAT CONTACTS dragonboat@rhkyc.org.hk

W O RD S: GIA NNI A P RE A | IM AGE: NI CK CHUN G

Rowing

hat’s the mark of a high performing team? Is it simply the number of races won or something else that cannot be quantified? This is the question that is running through my head while writing this summary. The Royal X mixed crew ventured into new territory on 1 December by competing in the 10 th Hong Kong Half Marathon Championships. Sure, the race was held in a very familiar location for many Club members in Sha Tin. However, it was a new competition for the team as we had never considered participating in a 21km dragon boat race. This event had a couple notable things working against it for us. First, it is much further than our typical race distances, but more importantly we typically don’t race in December! This is the month in which we typically wind down from a long year of training and racing. It seemed certain that no one would be keen to do it when the idea was raised. You can imagine my surprise when the event received such a warm response from the team. This led to our entry being submitted and only training session scheduled in a blink of an eye. Well, if only it had been that easy! Typically prior to any of our races there are a series of emails, whatsapp messages and phone calls required to clarify the rules, confirm entries, register athletes, ensure race fee payments, determine race crew(s) composition and inform all involved of the details. There is a lot involved, yet we have done many races and avoided any major issues… until now. It would be easy to write a book about all of the things that went wrong, so for your sake and mine the gruesome details will be withheld. The summary is there were too many people in the crew, race date was mixed up and training

nearly missed. All of these issues were addressed with a lot of help from individual team members and it seemed like it would be smooth sailing ahead as we arrived in Sha Tin. Unfortunately, this was not the case. Since this race was sponsored by the Hong Kong China Dragon Boat Association (HKCDBA) each athlete in the race crew must present his or her HKCDBA issued identification card to be allowed to race. The cards for everyone in the RHKYC crew were resting safely at my home rather than with me at the race site. This wasn’t discovered until 15 minutes before the crew registration period was set to begin. If the cards were not retrieved in time then the whole crew would forfeit. Thankfully after a few frantic phone calls my father-in-law, a long time club member himself, was able to get to my apartment to retrieve the cards. Wallis Chan, who was already en route to the race, was able to return to Hong Kong Island, pick up the cards and bring them to the race. Wallis arrived with seconds to spare. This left us as the last team to check in and least popular with the race officials, but at least we made it.

CONTACTS Rowing Manager rowingmanager@rhkyc.org.hk Coastal Rowing coastalrowing@rhkyc.org.hk Shatin Men’s Racing shatinrowingmen@rhkyc.org.hk Shatin Women’s Racing shatinrowingladies@rhkyc.org.hk FEBRUARY 2020 AHOY! |

Rowing

The Royal X, despite the theatrics, made it to the start line and got settled in for the long trek ahead. It will come as no surprise that our struggles (well, my struggles) were far from finished. The race started with 10 boats stretched across the Shing Mun River heading in the direction of Ma On Shan Park. Crews in both the mixed and open categories were slated to start the race at the same time. The Club was in the mixed category. There were awards to the top three finishers in each category, but the goal for the crew was to finish first out of all 10 crews regardless. The race started and we quickly settled into 3rd position literally on the tails of the first and second boats. The first place boat was clearly an open crew consisting entirely of men, while the 2nd place crew included both men and women. Given the long distance of the race we were happy to ride along in 3rd position in the early stages with the thought that the teams ahead of us would likely slow down over time. It wasn’t a huge surprise that our mixed crew was being beaten by a men’s team, but as the race continued it was becoming more and more frustrating for me to see another unknown mixed crew in front of us. This was particularly worrisome as the long distance of the race, though new to us in this format, definitely suits our athletes. When we reached the first the first turning marker about 5km into the race, the other crews had stretched their lead by about 150m. Though we began to catch up after the turn, both of the leading teams started going in what appeared to be the wrong direction. Since it wasn’t clear which crew was correct and no support boats were nearby, we headed for what was supposed to be the 3rd course marker which had a race officials’ boat stationed close to it. As luck would have it the other boats had gone in the correct direction and we had gone off course. Though we were still comfortably in 3rd place overall and 2nd place in our category, the gap between us and the leading boats was now over 600m. Our crew put in a tremendous effort coming back to within 300m shortly after the midway point only to be slowed by wakes from multiple ski boats. Still, it seemed that there was no way that the mixed crew ahead of us could continue at such a pace for the remaining 10km. Oddly though the crews ahead of us maintained a comfortable lead going into the final 2km of the race. My body (and soul) began to hurt not from paddling, but the thought of having to explain how the Club had lost the mixed category in a race that was “perfect for us”. My frantic pleas for more effort pushed the crew into a full scale assault mode in the closing stages of the race. We picked up considerable speed at a time when most would have been slowing to a crawl. Wallis, who saved us earlier in the day, ended up losing a paddle in the process. Though our pace was frantic, there was still a 200m gap between us and the teams ahead when the finish line appeared. The Royal X crossed the line in 3rd place overall, a disappointing 2nd in the mixed category. My thoughts immediately turned to the looming consolation speech to the crew. We returned to the pontoons and unloaded. It was then that I noticed my teammates were celebrating and got a very good look at the crew that finished ahead of us. They did have a woman paddler, but just 1 rather than the requisite 8 minimum for a mixed crew. This meant that they were in fact in the Open category and my original assessment about them was completely wrong. The Royal X had won the mixed by a long margin and even beat an Open crew in the process. It was a tremendous effort with exceptional results and required a completely different post race speech! The VICTORY celebration ensued immediately with many people rightfully laughing at my mistakes and being thanked profusely and thanked repeatedly for exemplary team effort. Thus, I ask again. What’s the measure of a high performing team? Is it simply the number of victories or the way that they are achieved? Most certainly feels like the later...

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ROWING AND PADDLE SPORTS TRAINING

http://www.rhkyc.org.hk/RowingSection.aspx www.facebook.com/RHKYCRowingSection/

Rowing Training YOUTH ROWING (AGE 12 TO 18) COURSE TITLE

COURSE DATES

COURSE DESCRIPTION

Youth Rowing Beginners Course #1

8, 9 February + two AM

Youth Rowing Beginners Course #2

14, 15 March + two AM

Youth Rowing Beginners Course #3

16, 17 May + two AM

Youth Rowing Beginners Course #4

6, 7 June + two AM

Time: two introduction sessions (1000 to 1230hrs @ the weekend mentioned), followed by two bridging sessions (@ any two Youth Development Programme sessions) Content: Introduction session – Introduction to the sports and boathouse, basic techniques and safety guidelines Bridging session – Improving boat maneuver skills and experience crew boat rowing at Youth Development Programme Location: Middle Island

Easter Rowing Camp #1

7, 8, 9 April

Easter Rowing Camp #2

14, 15, 16 April

Youth Development Programme

Weekend AM and Weekday PM

Team B and C Time: Sat 0800 to 1000hrs and Sun 1000 to 1200hrs Content: Improving boat maneuver skills and enjoying recreational rowing Location: Middle Island and Kellett Island Team A Time: Weekend AM and Weekday PM Content: Introduction to high-performance fine rowing boats, and preparation towards local and overseas races Location: Shek Mun Rowing Centre and Kellett Island

Private Coaching

Any available time

Content: Tailored course with specific requirements, for complete beginner or intermediate or high-performance rower Time: two 90-mins sessions Class: 1-to-1 coaching, two students maximum

Time: 1000 to 1300hrs Content: Providing interactive and fun environment to learn rowing and build confidence on the water Location: Middle Island

ADULT ROWING (AGE 18 OR ABOVE) COURSE TITLE

COURSE DATES

COURSE DESCRIPTION

Adult Beginners Course #1

11, 12 January + two AM

Adult Beginners Course #2

1, 2 February + two AM

Adult Beginners Course #3

15, 16 February + two AM

Adult Beginners Course #4

22 ,23 February + two AM

Adult Beginners Course #5

7, 8 March + two AM

Adult Beginners Course #6

21, 22 March + two AM

Adult Beginners Course #7

28, 29 March + two AM

Adult Beginners Course #8

2, 3 May + two AM

Adult Beginners Course #9

23, 24 May + two AM

Adult Beginners Course #10

30, 31 May + two AM

Adult Beginners Course #11

13, 14 June + two AM

Time: two introduction sessions (1000 to 1230hrs @ the weekend mentioned), followed by two bridging sessions (any two Adult Supervised Sessions) Content: Introduction session – Introduction to the sports and boathouse, basic techniques and safety guidelines Bridging session – Improving boat maneuver skills and experience crew boat rowing at the Adult Supervised Course session Location: Middle Island Class: 3 to 5 students per class

Adult Beginners Course #12

20, 21 June + two AM

Adult Supervised Course

Thur, Sat and Sun

Time: Thur and Sat 1000 to 1200hrs and Sun 0800 to 1000hrs Content: A total of eight sessions for improving boat maneuver skills and fitness with self practice time under coach supervision Location: Middle Island

Adult Development Course

Weekday and Weekend

Content: Training with the RHKYC Rowing Squad, prepare towards local and overseas races and championships Location: Shek Mun Rowing Centre, Middle Island and Kellett Island

Private Coaching

Any available time

Time: two 90-mins sessions Content: Tailored course with specific requirements, for complete beginner or intermediate or high-performance rower Class: 1-to-1 coaching, two students maximum FEBRUARY 2020 AHOY! |

Rowing

General Enquiries: rowing.manager@rhkyc.org.hk or 2239 0322 Rowing and Paddle Sports Manager Nick Crabb Rowing and Paddle Sports Assistant Manager Ellen Leung Head Rowing Coach Ben Rowe Rowing Coach Keith Cheung Rowing Coach Chris de Kock Paddle Sports Coach Melissa Davis

Rowing

Paddle Sports Training DRAGON BOAT COURSE TITLE

COURSE DATES

AGE

COURSE DESCRIPTION

Junior Course

April 18 to June 7

12 to 17

An introductory course for younger paddlers to learn how to paddle and race in dragon boats.

Development Programme

January to June

17+

For non-RHKYC members to develop their paddling skills through coaching sessions both on and off the water with the opportunity to participate in races.

Steering Clinic

March / April

17+

Open to everyone who has some experience with dragon boat paddling. The fundamentals of steering a dragon boat will be taught.

Paddle Technique Sessions (Internal)

January to June

17+

Additional coaching on paddling technique on and off the water.

COURSE TITLE

COURSE DATES

AGE

COURSE DESCRIPTION

Introduction Course

TBA

17+

Introductory course open to everyone who wishes to learn how to paddle and race in outrigger canoes.

Development Course

TBA

17+

10 Session course designed to benefit new paddlers who have completed the introduction course.

Development Programme

Ongoing

17+

Following on from the introductory course the programme is open to members and non-members to access coached training sessions on the water and the opportunity to participate in races.

OC6 Steering (Internal)

TBA

17+

For development programme participants to learn the fundamentals of OC6 steering.

OC1 Clinics (Internal)

TBA

17+

For development programme participants to receive additional small group coaching on OC1 canoes.

COURSE TITLE

COURSE DATES

AGE

COURSE DESCRIPTION

Paddle Sports Month

March

12 to 17

2 hour weekend sessions of supervised instruction on four water sports; outrigger canoe, kayak, dragon boat, and stand up paddle.

Easter Paddle Sports Camp #1

7, 8, 9, 10 April

Easter Paddle Sports Camp #2

14, 15, 16, 17 April

Summer Paddle Sports Camp #1

30, June, 1, 2, 3, July

Summer Paddle Sports Camp #2

7, 8, 9, 10, July

OUTRIGGER CANOE

YOUTH PADDLE SPORTS

An introduction to water sports; outrigger canoe, stand-up paddle (SUP), dragon boat and kayak as well as swimming and beach activities. An introduction to water sports; outrigger canoe, stand-up paddle (SUP), dragon boat and kayak as well as swimming and beach activities.

Online course enrollment form and course details at http://www.rhkyc.org.hk/RowingSection.aspx For further information, please contact rowing.manager@rhkyc.org.hk 24

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Protecting Our Marine Environment

Dave the Dolphin W O RD S: IA N BROW NL EE, Chair of Sustainability Working Group

In November and December encounters with the dolphin became longer and closer. He has

WWF/HK was a major proponent for the ban, believing trawling to be one of the main reasons for the almost collapsed status of the marine ecosystem. Fisheries scientists predicted that five years after the implementation of the

Trawlers regularly fished in Deep Water Bay with a devastating effect on marine ecology

trawling ban, populations of squid and cuttlefish would increase by 40 percent and those of reef fish by 10 to 20 percent, populations of larger fish, such as groupers and croakers, would surge by 30 to 45 percent. It is often easy to forget that the sea is a complex ecosystem full of life. It is resilient but sensitive to the effects of man. The rate of recovery anticipated in 2012 has yet to be confirmed by research. However, there are studies and anecdotal evidence which show that there has been a significant restoration of the marine ecosystem. Dave the Dolphin may or may not be part of that restoration – he may be there by accident and is actually lost. The appreciation of this beautiful mammal is likely to become a risk that could be devastating. There are more people getting close to Dave, and swimmers, outrigger canoes and rowing boats have been joined by potentially damaging motor boats. Ocean Park has issued an appeal to leave Dave alone and to protect him. If you see this beautiful docile dolphin in Deep Water Bay, treat him with respect, admire him but stay away from him and protect him from others who may unwittingly harm him.

been generally identified as “Dave the Dolphin” – probably named by someone called Dave! He has swum and frolicked with open water swim groups and appears to love company. He is gentle but moves fast and is powerful. There are quite a few videos on social media taken both above and below the water. One of our coastal rowers Zhao Fang has taken a couple of videos of his early morning encounters with Dave. “The dolphin chased me and kissed my oar when I was rowing. I stopped and he just started to joyfully play. I rested the oars on the water and he rubs on them, turns over, dives down and then comes back up, breaking the surface and jumping clear. He swims around and under the boat again, seeming to enjoy some company. He also sang to me with audible clear clicking sounds.” Not only is it amazing to have a dolphin living in our bay, it is amazing that the waters off

Please Protect the Dolphin Ocean Park Conservation Foundation, Hong Kong (OPCFHK) has noticed several reported sightings of wild dolphin and human-dolphin interactions posted on social media recently. We would like to express our concerns on such activities. Close interaction with wild dolphins, including swimming with dolphins, feeding, touching or prolonged close proximity with them, can cause stress or injury to the animal. These activities will disturb their natural behavior such as predation, resting or socializing which eventually will affect their healthy natural behaviors. Interactions with humans can lower their vigilances which may draw them closer to propellers or shark net, resulting in injuries or even death. Additionally, since all wild dolphins are protected under the Wild Animal Protection Ordinance (Cap. 170), any person who contravenes the regulations of the Ordinance shall be liable on conviction to a maximum fine of HK$100,000 and to imprisonment for 1 year. The Marine Life Stranding Response Team of OPCFHK has been monitoring this dolphin. To help the wild dolphins, please call 1823 immediately if you see any dolphin that may need help, so that earliest assistance can be given to the dolphins as soon as possible by our Marine Life Stranding Response Team. Online posting credited to the Ocean Park Conservation Foundation, Hong Kong. FEBRUARY 2020 AHOY! |

Sustainability Really Matters

Since May this year there have been many sightings of a dolphin in Aberdeen Harbour and Deep Water Bay. Apparently it is a young male Black Dolphin which has been separated from its pod and has taken residence in the waters off our Middle Island Club House.

Middle Island have improved so much that marine life is moving back to make it their home. The big change came on 31 December 2012 when trawling in Hong Kong waters was banned. Up to then trawlers regularly fished in Deep Water Bay.

IMAGE: WWF/HK

sn’t this just amazing! A dolphin in Deep Water Bay!!

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Moorings, Sea Walls and Depths Marine

fter nine years, and four different mooring area layouts, the moorings have been moved back to our mooring area, shown inside the red hatched line. As can be seen from the survey plan below we have more depth than we had previously with our mooring area dredged to about -4.35 metres.

Rifleman’s Bolt 5.435m

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I hear you ask what is the Rifleman’s Bolt ? Actually it has nothing to Vertical Datum do with a fire arm. Rifleman stands for HMS Surveying Vessel Rifleman which was a British survey vessel that surveyed HK in 1866. A copper Bolt was set into the wall of the naval dockyard and the bolt was used as a datum for all levels in HK, both above and below water. The Rifleman’s Bolt was however removed many moons ago. However, I digress, even with the 4.35 metres of depth, the tide and the extra 0.15m difference in the Datum’s, members should be aware that when the moorings are first laid they will be sitting on the sea bed as they take time to dig themselves into the sea bed. The sinkers will sit 600mm above the sea bed.

Due to its construction the depths close to the sea wall are less than -4.35 which is due to the wall sitting on a base of rubble mound and bermstones.

The mooring equipment is brand new with new sinkers, chains, shackles and buoys

The survey plan depths are with relation to Hong Kong Principle Datum Each chain is 9 metres long and has a 9,500 kg proof load. Proof load is which is slightly different from Chart Datum. half of the breaking load. Sinkers range in size from 3.5 tonnes to 12.5 tonnes. The mooring buoys are manufactured of GRP with a stainless Chart Datum is approximately the level of Lowest Astronomical Tide and steel tube in the middle for the chain to pass through. The buoys are is adopted as the zero point for Tide Tables since 1917. All depths and filled with polyurethane foam so as to be unsinkable. submarine contours on Navigational Charts refer to the Chart Datum as per the drawing on the top right. Happy Mooring.

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Other Sports

Kellett Golf Society’s Anniversary We had a very good turnout for the 30 th anniversary of the Kellett Golf Society on Thursday 12 December 2019. 22 players played a very pleasant social game of golf scoring on the Stapleford handicap index. We played the competition at Kau Sai Chau on the south course in marvellous weather and the course was in remarkably good condition. After the game we reconvened at the Shelter Cove Clubhouse for prize presentations and for an end of season Christmas dinner. This was also a very fun affair!

Congratulations to all.

Before the presentations, I took a few moments to mention the founders of the Kellett Golf Society 30 years ago. Namely: Chris Barr – Founded the Society Peter Arbon – Initial Convenor / Captain John Berry – Second Convenor Nikki Craig – Secretary / Treasurer

So in conclusion, a great milestone with lots of fun memories. Here is looking forward to an active year of golf next year. If you would like to join the Kellett Golf Society please email prdept@rhkyc.org.hk!

Ruby kindly contributed two of her prizes to the lucky dip which included a night away at Phoenix Hills sponsored by Patrick Yam. Many thanks Patrick! As it is the season of goodwill unto all, fittingly, each player agreed to contribute HK$200 to the RHKYC Charity Foundation. The foundations aim is to help underprivileged children in Hong Kong. Thank you to Ambrose Lo for helping to publicize the charity within the Club and for promoting the idea.

And of course a little history behind the Barr trophy! Many thanks to our captain, Chris Li, for organising the day. Not an easy task at the best of times. Also, thank you to Koko Mueller in the PR Department for her invaluable assistance. And so to the prize presentation: Winner: Tom Tam with 43 Stableford points Runner up on count back: Ruby Yim 40 points Closest to the pin 5th: David Leung Closest to the pin 11th: Simon Wong Closest to the pin into: Ruby Yim Longest drive 3rd: Ruby Yim Longest drive 14th: Patrick Sherriff

L to R: Chris Barr with the duck he caught in Macau; The 1st prize trophy; John Berry’s cup from 1991 FEBRUARY 2020 AHOY! |

Compass Room open on Sunday with New and Unique Experience

Sundays ‘Lucky 8’ Gastronomic Lunch Compass Room | 1200hrs to 1520hrs

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Have a gastronomic experience for lunch with a menu of 8 exquisite moderate-sized courses in the Compass Room with fine live music by our resident pianist. Different courses will be available every 25 minutes from 1200hrs at $88 per one course. Enjoy your preferred courses at scheduled time (see chart) and request the dessert as the final course at any preferred time. Take a glass of wine at $28 per glass with minimum order of four glasses to pair with the meal. Reserve your seat at the time for your preferred courses. If you come late, you will miss the previous courses as all courses will only be available at the designated time slot for all diners. A minimum consumption of three courses required and only one course in sequence can be skipped per visit. For a satisfying lunch experience, we recommend a menu with four to six courses. Finish all 8 courses to enjoy the complimentary coffee, tea and digestif. The menu will be changed on a weekly basis and published on the club page. Vegan and Vegetarian menus available upon request. For reservations, please call the Compass Room on 2239 0374.

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Course 6

1430hrs to 1455hrs

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1455hrs to 1520hrs

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Optional Wine Pairing Selected house wine (moderate size at 100ml)

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Success of ‘Dry and Healthy Promotion’ Extended with salad selections, Non-alcoholic Beer and Mocktails Bistro, Middle Island and Shelter Cove

Visit the Bistro buffet where you will find more healthy salad options, including Chicken with Almond and Kiwi Salad, Poached Shrimp with Veggie Salad and more. We also have more non-alcoholic drinks in the Bistro, Middle Island and Shelter Cove including an array of non-alcoholic beer (including Warsteiner and vandeStreek) and mocktails – our favourite is the Seedlip Spice Tonic!

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Compass Room | Thursday 27 February

Settled in Poggio La Mozza, near Grosseto in Tuscany, Anna Maria and her family established the Val di Toro cellar in 2003. A passion and love for wine brought them to the Maremma area where they bought a farm and then picked the best possible venues for growing vine. They planted typical local varieties and insist on utilising as much manual work as possible out of respect for the environment. Originally on the land where the vineyard is now located, there were breeding farms of Maremma bulls, hence the name Val Di Toro and the adoption of a bull on the logo. Val Di Toro is also the name of the first wine produced, the Rosso della Maremma Toscana (their first harvest in 2006 was award winning!). In 2017, Anna’s Secret Rosé was the best selling rosé at the Club! Pre-dinner Tasting 1930hrs Dinner 2000hrs Price Only $698 per person Speaker Ms Anna Maria Cruciata, Owner and Winemaker of Val Di Toro Reservations Call Lizzy Tung in the F&B Office on 2239 0386 or email events@rhkyc.org.hk

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Val Di Toro Wine Dinner

PRE-DINNER TASTING Val Di Toro K.I.S. Sparking Rosé MENU AND WINES Plum Tomato and Red Prawn Tartar, Passion Fruit Dressing Val Di Toro Auramaris Maremma Toscana DOC ❧ ❧ ❧ Seared Tuna, Rocket, Pomelo Salsa Val Di Toro Anna’s Secret Rosato Maremma Toscana DOC Val Di Toro Alfa Tauri Rosato Maremma Toscana DOC ❧ ❧ ❧ Pan-fried Veal Saltimbocca, Sautéed Artichoke Val Di Toro Rosso Ribelle Maremma Toscanna DOC Val Di Toro Reviresco Morellino di Scansano DOCG ❧ ❧ ❧ Braised Osso Buco, Mashed Potatoes Val Di Toro Maremma Toscana DOC ❧ ❧ ❧ Dark Chocolate Brownie, Toffee Ice-cream Val Di Toro Special Riserva Maremma Toscana IGT ❧ ❧ ❧ Freshly Brewed Coffee or Gourmet Tea VEGETARIAN MENU Plum Tomato and Avocado Tartar, Passion Fruit Dressing ❧ ❧ ❧ Seared Organic Bean Curd, Rocket, Pomelo Salsa ❧ ❧ ❧ Grilled Green Asparagus, Sauteed Artichoke, Shaved Truffle ❧ ❧ ❧ Braised Rice Pasta with Morel and Cèpe Mushroom ❧ ❧ ❧ Dark Chocolate Brownie, Toffee Ice-cream ❧ ❧ ❧ Freshly Brewed Coffee or Gourmet Tea

Year End Dinner / Spring Dinner

It’s time to celebrate with your family, friends or business associates. Take the Regatta Room – one of the best and much sought after Club banqueting facilities available in Hong Kong overlooking the Western Harbour, with IFC on one side and ICC on the other – to welcome the Metal Rat Year of 2020. Several incredible value-for-money Year End Dinner and Spring Dinner packages are available. Please contact our Banquet Experts on 2239 0385 / 2239 0339 / 2239 0327 or email banquet@rhkyc.org.hk for further details. FEBRUARY 2020 AHOY! |

St. Valentine’s Day Set Dinner Friday 14 February

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Compass Room On St. Valentine’s Day, share a romantic candlelight dinner with your loved one and enjoy live entertainment compliments of our pianist. A six-course Valentine’s dinner menu is priced at $1,788 per couple or $1,888 per couple including two glasses of our Moët & Chandon Champagne. Please note that your dinner/champagne options must be confirmed at the time of making reservations. Menu Seared NZ Scampi, Spanish Red Prawn, Yellow Tomato and Spinach Salad, Lemongrass and Citrus Dressing ❧ ❧ ❧ Morel Mushroom and Smoked Chicken Tortellini, Wild Mushroom Consommés, Chives ❧ ❧ ❧ 44-month Sliced Iberico Ham, White Asparagus ❧ ❧ ❧ Oven-baked Cod Fish Fillet on Bouillabaisse, Chorizo and Kale ❧ ❧ ❧ Char-grilled US Beef Rib Eye Cap, Pan-fried Duck Liver Beef Fat Potatoes, Brussels Sprout, Roast Shallot, Bordelaise Sauce ❧ ❧ ❧ Red Velvet Cheese Cake, Rose Crumble, Strawberry Ice-cream ❧ ❧ ❧ Freshly Brewed Coffee or Gourmet Tea Petit Fours Vegan Menu Deep-fried Avocado, Beet Chips Yellow Tomato and Spinach Salad, Lemongrass and Citrus Dressing ❧ ❧ ❧ Minestrone with Chervil ❧ ❧ ❧ White Truffles, White Asparagus ❧ ❧ ❧ Artichoke on Bouillabaisse, Kale ❧ ❧ ❧ Assorted Mushroom and Vegan Menu Wellington ❧ ❧ ❧ Poached Pear in Red Wine, Mango and Passion Fruit Sorbet ❧ ❧ ❧ Freshly Brewed Coffee or Gourmet Tea

New Venue Choice Middle Island and Shelter Cove Escape the usual city bustle and arrange an unusual yet relaxing meal at the Middle Island or Shelter Cove at $988 per couple. Add $50 for a glass of Moët & Chandon Champagne per person to enjoy the sea views with your special someone. Menu Rose Smoked Salmon Fillets, Grey Shrimps and Avocado Timbale, Brandy Dressing ❧ ❧ ❧ Boston Lobster Bisque, Chives ❧ ❧ ❧ Beef Wellington, Wild Mushroom Sauce, Heart-shaped Potatoes and Green Asparagus or Grilled Seabass Fillet, Hokkaido Scallop, Sautéed Romaine Lettuce, Béarnaise Sauce ❧ ❧ ❧ Peach Crumble, Vanilla Ice-cream, Blackberry and Strawberry Compote ❧ ❧ ❧ Freshly Brewed Coffee or Gourmet Tea Vegan Menu Yellow and Red Cherry Tomato and Avocado Timbale, Beet Chip Basil Pesto ❧ ❧ ❧ Ginger and Turmeric Carrot Soup, Pine Nuts ❧ ❧ ❧ Brown Mushroom and Spinach Wellington, Truffle Potatoes and Green Asparagus ❧ ❧ ❧ Peach Crumble, Lime Sorbet Blackberry and Strawberry Compote ❧ ❧ ❧ Freshly Brewed Coffee or Gourmet Tea

For reservations, please call Lizzy Tung in the F&B Office on 2239 0386 or email events@rhkyc.org.hk

Wine Box Set of the Month A Big Box of Smalls Enjoy three selections of half bottles (375ml). v Amiral de Beychevelle 2014 (Second label of Château Beychevelle) – Saint Julien, France v Château Lafargue 2012 – Pessac-Léognan, France v Château de Parenchère Bordeaux Supérieur 2016 – Bordeaux, France v Six bottles per selection with gift box packaging Available at $3,068 per set. For enquiries, please call Lizzy Tung in the F&B Office on 2239 0386 or email events@rhkyc.org.hk

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Piandaccoli Wine Dinner Compass Room | Thursday 5 March Oral tradition reminds us of the Tenuta di Piandaccoli from the year 1000, being on the Via Francigena it was born as a hostel for pilgrims. It was that the monks began the cultivation of vines in these lands. In 1800s the Tenuta di Piandaccoli passed to the Dorin family to whom the development of todayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s refrigerator is due and who implemented the cultivation of the vine. In 1950s, the estate already produced an excellent Chianti and manages to market its wines throughout Tuscany. The current owner of the estate is Dr Giampaolo Bruni who has invested commitment and energy to make the vineyards of Piandaccoli shine with

new life. In 2004, Dr Giampaolo Bruni defines a completely innovative project: to produce wines from native vines of Renaissance Tuscany. For this purpose all 20 hectares of vineyards are replanted. The first bottle of Inprimis is born in 2009, an extremely elegant and unique Tuscany blend with a Sangiovese base, combining Foglia Tonda and Pugnitello, two of the native vines. After years focused on the search for excellence in the creation of its products, the Estate manages to establish itself in more and more markets. The project to spread the value of native Tuscan vines continues, which is essential for safeguarding the biodiversity of the wine scene.

Menu and event details will be published on the Club website. For enquiries, please call Lizzy Tung in the F&B Office on 2239 0386 or email events@rhkyc.org.hk.

Middle Island Happenings

South American Night 28 February | 1930hrs to 2300hrs

Immerse yourself in the vibrant colours, tastes and sounds of South America! $368 per person includes a mouth-watering South American buffet, unlimited South American wines and live entertainment. Indulge in South American favourites such as Scallops Ceviche, Empanadas, Arroz Con Pato, Lomo Saltado, Chocotora and more. For reservations, call Lizzy Tung in the F&B Office on 2239 0386 or email events@rhkyc.org.hk

Extended Sampan Service Apart from the regular sampan, we will have a second sampan running from Deep Water Bay from 1800hrs to 2000hrs and 2200hrs to 0000hrs FEBRUARY 2020 AHOY! |

New Opening Schedule for Monthly Wine Fairs the Sports Bar and Bowling Alley

Kellett Island, Wednesday 5 February, 1830hrs to 2030hrs Shelter Cove, Friday 7 February, 1930hrs to 2130hrs For reservations, please call Lizzy Tung in the F&B Office on 2239 0386 or email events@rhkyc.org.hk

The Sports Bar and Bowling Alley has changed its operating hours. Enjoy comfort Snacks, Pies, Burgers, Pizzas and other favourites. Various sports will be shown throughout the opening times on the big screen. Seats are all on first-come-first-serve basis. Bowling Lane booking is on a firstcome first-served basis by telephone For reservations, please call the Sports Bar on 2239 0397 or email sportsbarandbowling@rhkyc.org.hk during operation hours. Please call reception for reservation when Sports Bar closed. BUSINESS HOURS

LAST FOOD ORDER

Thursdays

1600hrs to 2200hrs

2100hrs

Fridays

1600hrs to 2400hrs

2200hrs

Saturdays and the day before a Public Holiday

1000hrs to 2400hrs

2200hrs

Sundays, Public Holidays and International School Holidays

1000hrs to 2200hrs

2100hrs

Limited order available on Saturday and Sunday

1000hrs to 1130hrs

Closed on Mondays to Wednesdays

Private party bookings are available during non-operation hours. A minimum of 8 persons and a minimum food and beverage consumption of $8,888 applies for private parties with choices of finger food, main dish, side orders and dessert. Contact the Banquet Team at banquet@rhkyc.org.hk or call 2239 0385 / 2239 0339 / 2239 0327 for more details.

Wine of the Month Albert Bichot Bourgogne Chardonnay ‘Heritage 1831’ 2016/17 – Côte de Beaune, France Predominantly fruity notes of white peach on the nose with floral nuances and toasted almond. Lovely volume on the palate with beautiful texture and mineral structure marked by great delicacy and subtle notes of oak. [Suggested food pairing: seafood, fish cooked in sauce and simply prepared white meats] Albert Bichot Bourgogne Pinot Noir ‘Heritage 1831’ 2016/17 – Côte de Beaune, France The first nose is evocative of red and black fruit enhanced with notes of oak. The palate is harmonious with well-integrated tannins and lasting flavours. [Suggested food pairing: roast or grilled meats, poultry, vegetables and mild cheeses] $328 per bottle. Available in all F&B outlets.

Sundays All-you-can-eat Dim Sum Brunch Regatta Room | 1130hrs to 1430 hours Dim Sum trolleys and fried items will be served at your table whilst the baked items, vegetables, daily rice and noodle dishes will be available at the buffet area. To keep children entertained, we will have a balloon twisting and juggling clown and this will surely add to a fun family gathering. Live music by our multi-talented guitar player who sings both Chinese and Western favourites which will enhance the atmosphere for all to enjoy. $198 per adult, $139 per child at aged 9 to 12 years and $99 per child at aged 5 to 8 years with Chinese tea included. Maximum 11 guests per membership account ‘Yum Cha’ must be one of the best ways to celebrate Chinese New Year, gather together with family and friends. Come and join our all you-can-eat Dim Sum Brunch including freshly-steamed dumplings, deep-fried pastry puffs, spring rolls, gooey custard buns and more of your favourites. The steamed Dim Sum will be served piping hot from

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For reservations, please email the Banquet Team at banquet@rhkyc.org.hk or call 2239 0339 / 2239 0327. *Please note that cancellations or reduction on the number of attendance should be advised by at least 7 days prior to the reserved date. Otherwise, your account will be charged in full.

January 2020

CLASS SECRETARIES

SPORTS CONVENORS

Bowling Convenor Simon Boyde bowling@rhkyc.org.hk Golf Convenor Patrick Sherriff golf@rhkyc.org.hk Snooker Convenor Hugh Kerridge snooker@rhkyc.org.hk Squash Convenor Francis Longuepee squash@rhkyc.org.hk

CLUB CONTACTS

General Manager Mark Bovaird 2239 0300 mark.bovaird@rhkyc.org.hk Executive Secretary Polly Lee 2239 0301 Club Operations Manager Jacco Klip 2239 0338 Financial Controller Fred Wong 2239 0315 Membership Manager Tracy Leung 2239 0371 Head of PR & Communications Koko Mueller 2239 0342 PR Manager Janice Lam 2239 0340 Member Events & Communications Manager Jody Hui 2239 0312 Corporate and International Partnerships Manager Antony Phillips 2239 0353 Marine Manager Alan Reid 2239 0308 Boatyard Manager Matthew Morgan 2239 0311 Sailing Manager Ailsa Angus 2239 0395 Sailing Coordinator Gloria Yeung 2812 7063 Assistant Manager | Sailing Iris Yang 2239 0314 MI Sailing and Marine Manager Jono Rankine 2812 0172 Assistant Manager | Regattas and Events Nikki Claringbold 2239 0363 Assistant Manager | Race Management Brenda Davies 2239 0362 Rowing and Paddle Sports Manager Nick Crabb 2239 0322 Boatyard Office Manager Connie Chan 2239 0304 Facilities & Technical Manager Raymond Ng 2239 0303 Human Resources Manager Susanna Chung 2239 0310 Ship Shop Manager David Ho 2239 0336 Assistant Marine Manager Joanne Ho 2239 0309 House Manager Lorence Leung 2239 0352

ROYAL HONG KONG YACHT CLUB

Kellett Island, Causeway Bay, Hong Kong, SAR Kellett Island Tel: 2832 2817 Fax: 2572 5399 Middle Island Tel: 2812 7202 Shelter Cove Tel: 2792 2744

www.rhkyc.org.hk www.facebook.com/rhkyc www.facebook.com/rhkycrowingsection www.facebook.com/rhkycevents www.facebook/rhkycsharks www.twitter.com/rhkyc

Membership Movement ORDINARY MEMBERS Ms Chen Huei Yu Chloe Mr John Han Ms Lam Ka Kwan Patricia Mr Steven John McGill Mr Takashi Murase Mr Wong Sze Ho Mr & Mrs Cheng Yuk Man Sunny Mr & Mrs Kwok Hoi Chuen Justin Mr & Mrs Niral Harish Maru Mr & Mrs Wong Sai Kit Ernest JUNIOR MEMBERS Miss Au Yong Ka Wai Chloe Mr Nicholas Harold Pratt Wilmerding CADET MEMBERS SPONSORED BY A MEMBER Flavian B G Masdebrieu Nicholas M Rodchenko-Highfield CADET MEMBERS Hayden Au Jocelyn Clare Kwok Oliver Crichton Adam Lamb Orlando E R Parsonage Chloe Lin Surek Marijke Johanna Alexandra van den Berg Wong Nok Kan Eugene FULL MEMBERS Mr Michael Berndt Miss Hilda H W Loong CORPORATE NOMINEE SUBSCRIBERS Capt & Mrs Mark Arthur Evans Tiger Ventures Ltd – Managing Director Mr & Mrs Yuan Hang MCG Capital Limited – Director Mr & Mrs Yuen Chee Kit Innovation Technology Co Ltd – Managing Director STUDENT USAGE CARD Mr Chan Ho Hin – The University of Hong Kong

INTRODUCTORY SCHEME Mrs Chiu Hsin Yao Mrs Jessica Juhi Daswani Mr Ting Hak Kim Michael Mrs Tsoi Yan Yee Lily Mr Wong Kai Yan Mr Wong Wing Shun Mrs Yeung Sum Hing Olivia

Club Lines

Sailing Secretary David Norton sailing.secretary@rhkyc.org.hk Big Boat Maiyo Hood cruiser@rhkyc.org.hk Dinghies Dominick Hardoon dinghies@rhkyc.org.hk Dragon Josephine Cheng dragon@rhkyc.org.hk Etchells Bo Lee etchells@rhkyc.org.hk Flying Fifteen Carlyon Knight-Evans flyingfifteen@rhkyc.org.hk Impala Patrick Kwan impala@rhkyc.org.hk J/80 Fraser Boyd J80@rhkyc.org.hk Match Racing Seah Chin Yew matchracingsec@rhkyc.org.hk Pandora Joseph Wong pandora@rhkyc.org.hk Ruffian Jim Ryan ruffian@rhkyc.org.hk Sportsboats Amanda Chen sportsboat@rhkyc.org.hk Youth Sailing Class Jono Rankine ysc@rhkyc.org.hk

ABSENT MEMBERS Miss Au Miu Po Mr Richard George Clarke Mrs Shirley Beaumont Davie Mr Shentin Elson Mr Scott Alexander Foxton Mr Adrian Rubin Gornall Mr Adam Jonathan Mowser Mr Ng Wai Hei Mr Pang Ren Rong Dillon Miss Wong Lye Sin Mr & Mrs Butt Yiu Ming Brian Mr & Mrs Chong Wei Yong Victor Mr & Mrs David John Gester Mr & Mrs Robert Louis Sallons Mr & Mrs Tristan John Stewart Charlie Douglas Stewart RESIGNATION Mrs Robyn Marie Martin Mr & Mrs William David Greaves Mr & Mrs Hiroyuki Sakai Victoria Marie Barker Marianne Denise Alfonsa Brunet-Moret Chung Ling Hei Francesca Jimi Foo Collins Joshua Henry Miles Davies Rose Alice Duckworth Charlotte Grace Eynon-Lewis Neil David Griffin Lau Hon Hei Lau Kar Fung James Nils Alfred Bo Lindman Liu Chen Yu Claire Ma Cheuk Man Justin David William Mitchell Will Anders Stork Chester Weiley Wong Pak Hin Bryan Katya Brett Yan

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A Visit to Royal Cape Yacht Club W O RD S A ND IM AGES: J O HN A ND SUE C O ST EL LO ( A B SEN T MEMBERS)

Club Lines

ue and I visited Cape Town in early February 2019, arriving on a cruise ship from Ushuaia in Tierra Del Fuego, South America. We stayed in an apartment for a week, close to the harbour. Being summer in the southern hemisphere we had very pleasant weather, and we took the opportunity to visit the Royal Cape Yacht Club, a reciprocal club to the RHKYC. It is located close to the main port, to the west of the V&A Waterfront tourist area (Victoria & Alfred, not Albert – named to commemorate a visit by the Queen and her son Alfred who ceremoniously tipped the first truckload of rock into the sea to commemorate

the start of the construction of Cape Town’s harbour in 1868). The RCYC is just a 5 minute walk from the V&A. We arrived at the club’s entrance, presented our RHKYC letter of introduction and were very warmly greeted by the Club Secretary’s staff and given the run of the place. The Clubhouse is quite spacious, with a number of dining venues and extensive sailing and boatyard facilities. They have a fabulous figurehead from an old sailing ship decorating the wall of the club facing the harbour. The RCYC has adopted the slogan “Tavern of the Seas”, which is apparently the nickname given

to Cape Town in the days of sail, when ships passed around the Cape on their way to and from the Far East, and called in for provisions and R & R. Facing the yacht basin is a pair of substantial cannons very like those at the Buenos Aries Yacht Club, and quite a bit bigger than the RHKYC cannon! There is a large range of yacht and racing fleets based at the Club, and a large contingent of boats are signing up for the 2020 Cape to Rio race. The Club has a large bar and restaurant on the ground floor, and outside, directly overlooking the mooring area is a delightful covered outdoor lounge area, café and drinking area. We had a pleasant meal overlooking the yachts and, of course, sampled the local Cape wines – good measures! The Club’s shop also had a good line in sailing gear – hence the snappy RCYC shirt sported by yours truly. In summary, the Royal Cape Yacht Club is well worth a visit if you are passing through Cape Town. We were made to feel very welcome and had a pleasant time dining there and wandering around the facilities.

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