MONDAY EVENING OPEN CRUISER, J/24, SHRIMPER SERIES 2018 NOTICE OF RACE

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1 Pearce Avenue Parkstone Poole BH14 8EH PARKSTONE YACHT CLUB MONDAY EVENING OPEN CRUISER, J/24, SHRIMPER SERIES 2018 NOTICE OF RACE RULES: The series will be governed by The Current Racing Rules of Sailing. ELIGIBILITY: Boats must be insured at all times to a minimum of 3,000,000 third party liability. SAFETY: All boats should comply with OSR category 5 or their Class Rules all Skippers should be aware of the new YACHT RACING CRITERIA issued by the Harbour Master. CATEGORY: Boats in all classes may advertise as per category C as detailed in RRS Appendix 1 unless their Class Rules classify them as category A. LIABILITY: Attention is drawn to the LIABILITY conditions on the Race Waiver Form, which must be accepted by each entry. ENTRY FORMS: Entry forms are enclosed and must be returned to the Club Office prior to a boat s first race otherwise no points will be awarded. Any crew who are not members of Parkstone Yacht Club must be listed on the entry form. ENTRY FEE FOR WHOLE SERIES: Parkstone members 67 Non- Member Open Series (Monday nights only) 80 Shrimpers additional charge for Wednesday Series 40 Cruiser High Water Series Only 40 SAILING INSTRUCTIONS: The Course Book and Sailing Instructions 2017 edition and amendments apply. Entrants should request a copy from the club office. CRUISER RACE DATES Spring Series = 7 Races 9, 16, 23, 30 April 7, 14, 21 May Summer Series = 9 Races 4, 11, 18, 25, June 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 July Twilight Series = 7 Races 6, 13, 20, 27 Aug 3, 10, 17 Sept

2 CRUISER HIGH WATER SERIES RACE DATES: Classes 1, 2 & 3 only 23 April 7, 21 May 4, 11, 25 June 9, 23 July 6, 20 Aug 3, 17 Sept Class 1 - Pennant 1 - Boats having a current VPRS of or above (subject to the number of entries) Class 2 - Pennant 2 - Boats less than 28ft LOA with a current VPRS of below (subject to the number of entries) Class 3 - Pennant 3 - Gentleman s class for any boat with a current VPRS but will not fly a spinnaker or similar un-stayed sail. J24 Class - Flag J Shrimper Class - Flag Q When the number of entrants are known, the Race Committee reserve the right to amend the range of handicaps within the classes and introduce or amend classes as may be necessary. Cruiser series discards The Low Point System RRS App A will apply with 1 discard if 6 races are completed, 2nd discard if 8 races are completed and 3rd discard if 10 or more races are completed. The discard proposal should be ratified at the AGM on the 5th April WARNING SIGNALS: 9 th April to 27 th August 3 rd September to 17 th September Shrimpers 18:20 Shrimpers 18:05 Class 3 (VPRS) 18:25 Class 3 (VPRS) 18:10 XOD 18:30 J24 18:15 J24 18:35 Class 1 (VPRS) 18:20 Class 1 (VPRS) 18:40 Class 2 (VPRS) 18:20 Class 2 (VPRS) 18:40 Boats shall fly their class flag(s) from the backstay whilst racing and class flags must be removed once a yacht retires from any race. START LINE: Shrimpers may start from a Race Platform Alternative Start Line. All Classes should be aware of the Alternative Committee Boat Start. COURSES: Will be announced by radio normally on Ch M1(37) or alternatively on Ch M2 after an announcement on Ch M1. All competitors are required to maintain a listening watch for the duration of the race. PENALTIES: As RRS 44.1 except for Cruisers, J24 & Shrimper Classes where a One-Turn Penalty will apply. SCORING: As per above, this will be discussed at the Cruiser Racer AGM on 5 th April.

3 PRIZEGIVING: Cruiser Racer Class at Parkstone Yacht Club. Shrimper Class Only Shrimpers are invited to join the Parkstone Yacht Club Wednesday afternoon series with starts at the Race Platform. Warning Signal Shrimper Class Race Fixtures 2018 Mondays Spring series M1 to M7 9th April to 21st May 7 races Summer series M8 to M15 4th June to 23rd July 8 races Twilight series M16 to M22 30th July to 17th September 7 races Wednesdays Spring series W1 to W8 11th April to 30th May 8 races Summer series W9 to W16 6th June to 25th July 8 races Twilight series W17 to W24 1st August to 26th September 8 races Winter series W25 to W32 3rd October to 21st November 8 races Stand-alone trophy races Arripay Shrimper Trophy International Paint Regatta Peveril Ledge Chase Barrel O Saturday 5th May Saturday 26th May to Monday 28th May Saturday 23rd June Saturday 7th July *No racing on Mon 28th May due to International Paints Regatta *No racing on Mon 27th and Wed 29th August due to Poole Week Scoring: The Low Point System RRS App A will apply with 1 discard if 6 races are completed, 2nd discard if 8 races are completed and 3rd discard if 10 or more races are completed. There will also be individual trophy races organised by the Shrimper Class on selected Saturdays. Starts and finishes will be at the Race Platform unless stated otherwise - Listen on CH M1(37) for course details. For the Cup Series, 1 discard if 4 or more races are completed.

4 PARKSTONE YACHT CLUB RACE ENTRY / WAIVER FORM MONDAY EVENING OPEN CRUISER, J/24 & SHRIMPER SERIES 2018 (INCLUDING THE WED SHRIMPER SERIES) ENTRY FEE FOR ALL SERIES: 67 Parkstone Yacht Club members, open series entry fee 80. Shrimpers an additional 40 for Wednesday series races. BOAT DETAILS BOAT NAME.. CLASS ENTERED.. SAIL NO... DRAUGHT.. TYPE (MANUFACTURER & MODEL) CURRENT VPRS RATING A VHF RADIO WITH CH M1/M2 REQUIRED HULL COLOUR SCHEME..... NUMBER OF CREW NORMALLY CARRIED INCLUDING SKIPPER... LIST ALL CREW (FOR LICENSING PURPOSES) OWNER / COMPETITOR S DETAILS NAME. CLUB... ADDRESS TEL NO. DAY... EVENING.... MOBILE.. ADDRESS (FOR RESULTS)... PLEASE ALSO ENTER MY SHRIMPER FOR THE WED SERIES YES/NO PTO. You must also complete the reverse side of this form.

5 Parkstone Yacht Club Race & Training Waiver 2018 The entry of the boat(s) for all sailing events organised by Parkstone Yacht Club is conditional on acceptance of the following by the boat owner/competitor/participant. 1. The race organisers shall not be liable for any loss, damage, death, or personal injury howsoever caused to the owner/competitor/participant, his skipper or crew as a result of their taking part in any race or training session. Moreover, every owner/competitor warrants the suitability of his/her boat for the race/races or purposes proposed. 2. Racing will be governed by the 'World Sailing' Racing Rules of Sailing (RRS) , the prescriptions of the RYA and the Sailing Instructions of Parkstone Yacht Club. 3. RISK STATEMENT Rule 4 of the Racing Rules of Sailing states The responsibility for a boat s decision to participate in a race or to continue racing is hers alone. Sailing is by its nature an unpredictable sport and therefore involves an element of risk. By taking part in any event at PYC, each participant agrees and acknowledges that: 3.1 They are aware of the inherent element of risk involved in the sport and accept responsibility for the exposure of themselves, their crew and their boat to such inherent risk whilst taking part in such events. 3.2 They are responsible for the safety of themselves, their crew their boat and their other property whether afloat or ashore. 3.3 They accept responsibility for any injury, loss or damage to the extent caused by their own actions or omissions. 3.4 They are responsible for ensuring that their boat is equipped and seaworthy so as to be able to face extreme weather; that there is a crew sufficient in number, experience and fitness to withstand such weather and that their safety equipment is properly maintained, stowed and in date and is familiar to the crew. 3.5 The provision of race management teams, patrol boats and other officials and volunteers by the organisers does not relieve them of their own responsibilities. 3.6 The provision of patrol boat cover is limited to such assistance as can be practically provided in the circumstances, particularly in extreme weather conditions. Further, in the event that any assistance is rendered to a competitor, no liability for any loss, damage or injury to the competitor, and/or the boat and its equipment is accepted either by the club or the crew of such patrol craft. 3.7 It is their responsibility to familiarise themselves with any risks, regulations and/or bye-laws specific to sailing or racing in Poole Harbour and Poole Bay including: a. Tidal conditions in Poole Harbour, which are complex with areas of shallow water common as well as very fast tidal flows in parts of the harbour. b. The area is used by a wide variety of craft, including large commercial vessels restricted in their ability to manoeuvre, a chain ferry in the harbour entrance and, at times, high volumes of leisure boat traffic. The Convention on the International Regulations for Preventing Collisions at Sea (COLREG) 1972, applies to all these craft including racing yachts. c. The Yacht Racing Criteria issued by Poole Harbour Commissioners, ( which place requirements on all those involved in yacht racing in Poole. 3.8 Parkstone Yacht Club strongly recommends that all sailors wear personal buoyancy whilst on the water, as failure to do so significantly increase the risks inherent in sailing. Personal buoyancy should comply with RYA Prescription to RRS At all times, the boat/s will comply with the relevant Class Rules including buoyancy and safety provisions. 5. Insurance will be maintained at all times on the above boat to a minimum third party liability of 3,000, I certify that I am 18 years or more of age and I will not permit anyone under the age of 18 years to have command of the boat unless a Junior Waiver Form has been countersigned by the parent or guardian responsible and the form has been completed and returned to the Club Office. 7. A Junior Waiver Form must also be completed and lodged with the Club Office in respect of each participant who is less than 18 years of age. The form must be counter signed by the person with parental responsibility in accordance with the Children Act. (Rule refers) 8. I understand that if the boat is in the charge of, or being crewed by, someone other than the person/s specified on the owner s/competitor s Boat Update Form, It is the responsibility of such person to bring the provisions of this Waiver Form to the attention of the person in charge of, or crewing, the boat. I HAVE READ THE ABOVE CONDITIONS AND ACCEPT THE RESPONSIBILITIES CONTAINED THEREIN. Signed. Date... Name (Please print clearly)... Club Membership Number For Office Use Date waiver registered.. (V6 April 2017)

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