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1 GBBC NEWSLETTER April/May/June 2018 geilstonbayboatclub.com.au Issue No. 23 SUNDAY RAFFLES Doing nothing on a Sunday afternoon! Why not come along to the club which will be open from 4.00 pm to 6.00 pm. Every drink purchased comes with a raffle ticket Every 1/2 hour there will be a draw for a chicken or box of chocolates or something similar. Commodore s Report We have some good news. Before the recent election an application was submitted to the Liberal Party and if they got back in they would grant GBBC $20k towards our next development i.e. boat storage cages adjacent to the creek. This frees us up to get on with other projects like improve the foyer entrance. We greatly appreciate the support of Jacquie Petrusma MHA in acquiring the grant. We are trying to address the poor race sailing entries, as we need to continue this important on water activity. If anyone has any ideas of how we can increase numbers please let me know. Sundays 4 to 6pm we have commenced with a Sunday chook draw and put a sign up next to walkway advertising bar hours. Hopefully this will attract new people to the club. Our Wednesday and Friday night meals are going well but it would be good to see more along on a Friday night enjoying what the menu offers. Unfortunately I could not make the Presentation Night but I would like to congratulate all the prizewinners and extend a big thank you to our sponsors. Indeed all members contribute to the club in their own way and that support is greatly appreciated. Regards John Brierley AROUND THE CLUB NEW MEMBERS Club welcomes the following new Members: February: Steven Gangell. March: Leisa Baker & Donna Schofield. April: Terry Martin, Silas Piotrowski, Rod McKenna, Peter Farley, Bernard Perriman, Sonia Scott & Allana Wilson. WINTER SPECIAL SMALL SLIP $50 HAULOUT AND $10 PER DAY Strategic Planning Projects Update Boat Cage Project: This project to construct six boat cages on sites is proceeding well with approval having been received from Crown Land Services. A Development Application has now been lodged with the Clarence City Council and the State Government has provided a grant that will by and large fund the project. 1

NOTICE TO THOSE USING THE SLIP While on the slip members must stick to council machinery hours for power tools Monday to

SLIP OPERATORS NEEDED The Club has always attempted to run its slip yard with a team of volunteers.

On the Slips NEW CAR PARK To offset the space for the proposed boat cages the unused space to the east of the club has been

DAD S ARMY SOLDIER ON Youth looking good after it s recent haul out.

2 NOTICE TO THOSE USING THE SLIP While on the slip members must stick to council machinery hours for power tools Monday to Friday 7am to 6pm. Saturday 9am to 6pm. Sunday 10am to 6pm. SLIP OPERATORS NEEDED The Club has always attempted to run its slip yard with a team of volunteers. For more information or trial run please see Rod [ ] or Keith [ ] who will welcome your inquiry. On the Slips NEW CAR PARK To offset the space for the proposed boat cages the unused space to the east of the club has been designated as an overflow car park. Members are requested to keep the entrance clear at all times. DAD S ARMY SOLDIER ON Youth looking good after it s recent haul out. Youth has an interesting history having sailed around the world three times including sailing up the Amazon River. Sergeant Major John and the troops have been busy doing a lot of essential small jobs in and around the clubhouse. They have also repaired the wailings on the club jetty. Peter hoses off Laurie Dean 2

Sound Signals sailors are likely to hear on the river: Ø One short blast - I am altering my course to starboard. Ø Two short blasts - I am altering my course to port.

Ø Five short blasts - Whenever a power-driven vessel is to keep her course, is in sight of another vessel and is in doubt whether sufficient action is being taken by the other vessel to avert a

3 Sound Signals sailors are likely to hear on the river: Ø One short blast - I am altering my course to starboard. Ø Two short blasts - I am altering my course to port. Ø Three short blast - My engines are going astern. Ø Five short blasts - Whenever a power-driven vessel is to keep her course, is in sight of another vessel and is in doubt whether sufficient action is being taken by the other vessel to avert a collision, she may indicate such doubt by giving at least five short and rapid blasts. 6d Comes to Grief Last week 6d broke from its mooring and was washed up on Lime Kiln Point. Fortunately it was spotted soon after from the Crow s Nest and salvage action was set in motion with club sponsor TMC coming to the rescue. Luckily there was no damage but it should prove as a reminder to all that it is a requirement to check your moorings at least every two years. When did you last check yours????? Weather Pointers - Local Forecasting When seabirds fly out early and far to seaward. When sea birds remain over land or fly inland. Dew and fog forming inland at night. Fair weather and light or moderate winds. Stormy weather. Fine weather; neither dew or fog form under an overcast sky, or when there is much wind. 3

Their support is greatly appreciated by the Club and it is hoped that members will acknowledge this by supporting them in turn.

4 GBBC Presentation Night - 21 April 18 About 50 members and friends attended the recent Presentation Night. The Club Patron Don Mitchell opened proceedings and it was pleasing that some of our sponsors attended. Their support is greatly appreciated by the Club and it is hoped that members will acknowledge this by supporting them in turn. To make the night more eventful next year consideration will be given to inviting some one of note in the maritime/sailing world along as a guest speaker. Club Patron Don Mitchell welcomed those attending Keith Bolton was MC on the night Invited Guests Sponsors Brierley Marine John & Sue Brierley - Apologised Boat Sales Tas - Paul Nanscowen - Apologised Quilt & Pillow Factory - Quilt & Pillow Factory - Helen Bell & Jeffery Sadler Geoff Lucas Regatta Association President Graeme Mansfield Commodore BYC SEASON PRIZE WINNERS Boat Sales Tas Long Distance Series One Division: Winner: Pirates Pride Pete Masterton Second Place: Ranuguri Mike Lever Third place: Opposition Paul Kerrison Quilt & Pillow Factory Twilight Series 1 One Division Winner: Second place: Third place: Pinta Dan Ford Tara Keith Bolton Bahloo Nigel Grey GBBC Twilight Series 2 One Division: Winner: Horizons Chris Hadrill Second place: Pinta Dan Ford Third place: Ranuguri- Mike Lever Clarrie Free Perpetual Trophy Twilights Combined One Division : Winner: Pinta Dan Ford Brierley Marine Sailday Series 4

One Division: Winner: Tara Keith Bolton Second Place: Horizons Chris

(Jointly Shared by Div 1 & Div 2) & Medallions Division 1: Winner: RHRA

Midnight Oil - Des Clark Max Jarvis Perpetual Pursuit Trophy GBBC/ BYC

The camera was set incorrectly) Past Commodore Laurie presents to Chris

5 One Division: Winner: Tara Keith Bolton Second Place: Horizons Chris Hadrill Third place: Happy Days David Geer Royal Hobart Regatta Shield (Jointly Shared by Div 1 & Div 2) & Medallions Division 1: Winner: RHRA Medallion Hydro Therapy Jim Thorp Division 2 Winner RHRA Medallion Midnight Oil - Des Clark Max Jarvis Perpetual Pursuit Trophy GBBC/ BYC Mishama John Nibbs (Apologies for quality of the following photos. The camera was set incorrectly) Past Commodore Laurie presents to Chris Haddrill Jeffery Sadler congratulates Dan Ford Jerome Jefferson Wally Purdon and Nigel Grey 5

Nigel Grey and Jeffery Sadler Geoff Lucas - Royal

Nigel Grey and Richard Ford Tim Marszalek and Nigel

of the above events could have occurred without the

Jerome Jefferson, Timmy Marszalek, Wally Purdon and

The Club acknowledged the valued contribution that

Also the Club greatly appreciates the support of our

6 Nigel Grey and Jeffery Sadler Geoff Lucas - Royal Hobart Regatta Association Happy Days - David Geer Nigel Grey and Richard Ford Tim Marszalek and Nigel Grey Margaret and Christine enjoyed the night None of the above events could have occurred without the service provided by our start boat crews namely Jerome Jefferson, Timmy Marszalek, Wally Purdon and John Nibbs. The Club acknowledged the valued contribution that these volunteers have made during the season. Also the Club greatly appreciates the support of our sponsors If you are prizewinner and were unable to attend please contact Keith Bolton to pick up your prize. 6

Kruza also took part but unfortunately did not finish.

7 ON THE WATER Racing is now restricted to the Boat Sales Long Distance races the first of which was conducted on 15 April. Only three boats took part in this race with others no doubt opting out due to the adverse weather forecast. Horizons was first over the line with Tara second and winning on handicap. Kruza also took part but unfortunately did not finish. Crew of Patience in action 4 March Race on 6 May saw four boats Bahloo, Black Magic, Kruza (pictured opposite) and Tara - take part in a race to BYC1 and back to G. Once again the weather tested boats and crew with frequent wind gusts exceeding 30 knots. All had difficulty rounding BYC1. Black Magic took line honours with Kruza winning on handicap from Tara, Bahloo and Black Magic Next races are scheduled for 3 June, 1 July and 5 August MESSAGES FROM MAST This is an important safety message. Could you please highlight to all members. We have received the latest stats from AMSA regarding EPIRB & PLB registration in Tasmania for It is concerning that EPIRB and PLB registrations in Tasmania with AMSA have dropped 31.85% since Can you please ensure to remind anyone purchasing an EPIRB or PLB that it is a legislative requirement that it is registered with AMSA, this simple task may save a life and chances of a rescue occurring quicker will improve dramatically. It is encouraging however to see that the % of GPS enabled devices has increased. Peter Hopkins General Manager - Recreational Boating Safety & Facilities MARINE AND SAFETY TASMANIA 7

8 THOSE WHO MAKE IT HAPPEN Ever wondered who is doing all the work on a Wednesday and Friday night. Well it is no other than Jenny Koop who prepares all the meals that club members enjoy and Bailee Saward who attend to the serving. Overseeing the whole operation and running the bar is Karen. From the Functions Manager Reminder of $13 meals Wednesday. Bar open from 5 pmdinner from 5.45 pm. Friday night al a carte dining - bar opens 4 pm with dinner at 6 pm and with every meal purchased receive a beer wine or soft drink free. Bookings appreciated to Karen call or text. In addition members are reminded that the clubhouse is available for functions and can accommodate up to 130 people. So if you are planning a birthday party, engagement party, wedding anniversary, work meeting etc please check with Karen. Who will negotiate a good rate for members. The Modern Beaufort Scale Beaufort number 0 Calm Description 1 Light air 2 Light breeze 3 Gentle breeze Wind speed < 1 km/h < 1 mph < 1 knot < 0.3 m/s 1 5 km/h 1 3 mph 1 3 knots m/s 6 11 km/h 4 7 mph 4 6 knots m/s km/h 8 12 mph 7 10 knots m/s Wave height 0 m 0 ft m 0 1 ft m 1 2 ft m ft Sea conditions Sea like a mirror Ripples with appearance of scales are formed, without foam crests Small wavelets still short but more pronounced; crests have a glassy appearance but do not break Large wavelets; crests begin to break; foam of glassy appearance; perhaps scattered Land conditions Smoke rises vertically. Direction shown by smoke drift but not by wind vanes. Wind felt on face; leaves rustle; wind vane moved by wind. Leaves and small twigs in constant motion; light flags extended. 8

9 4 Moderate breeze 5 Fresh breeze Strong breeze High wind, moderate gale, near gale Gale, fresh gale Strong/sever e gale km/h mph knots m/s km/h mph knots m/s km/h mph knots m/s km/h mph knots m/s km/h mph knots m/s km/h mph knots m/s 1 2 m ft 2 3 m 6 9 ft 3 4 m 9 13 ft m ft m ft 7 10 m ft white horses Small waves becoming longer; fairly frequent white horses Moderate waves taking a more pronounced long form; many white horses are formed; chance of some spray Large waves begin to form; the white foam crests are more extensive everywhere; probably some spray Sea heaps up and white foam from breaking waves begins to be blown in streaks along the direction of the wind; spindrift begins to be seen Moderately high waves of greater length; edges of crests break into spindrift; foam is blown in wellmarked streaks along the direction of the wind High waves; dense streaks of foam along the direction of the wind; sea begins to roll; spray affects visibility Raises dust and loose paper; small branches moved. Small trees in leaf begin to sway; crested wavelets form on inland waters. Large branches in motion; whistling heard in telegraph wires; umbrellas used with difficulty. Whole trees in motion; inconvenience felt when walking against the wind. Twigs break off trees; generally impedes progress. Slight structural damage (chimney pots and slates removed). 10 Storm, [7] whole gale km/h mph knots m/s m ft Very high waves with long overhanging crests; resulting foam in great patches is blown in dense white streaks along the direction of the wind; on the whole the surface of the sea takes Seldom experienced inland; trees uprooted; considerable structural damage. 9

10 11 Violent storm km/h mph m knots m/s ft on a white appearance; rolling of the sea becomes heavy; visibility affected Exceptionally high waves; small- and medium-sized ships might be for a long time lost to view behind the waves; sea is covered with long white patches of foam; everywhere the edges of the wave crests are blown into foam; visibility affected Very rarely experienced; accompanied by widespread damage. 12 Hurricane force [7] 118 km/h 73 mph 64 knots 32.7 m/s 14 m 46 ft The air is filled with foam and spray; sea is completely white with driving spray; visibility very seriously affected Devastation. References: Met Office, Royal Meteorological Society, and Encyclopedia Britannica Another message from MAST An approved life jacket / personal flotation device (PFD) must be provided for each person on board. It is compulsory to wear a life jacket in any recreational motor boat or motor-propelled tender that is under six (6) metres in length whilst under power. It is also compulsory for children under the age of 12 years to wear a life jacket in a recreational motorboat or motor-propelled tender of any length while under power. A life jacket does not need to be worn within a deckhouse, cabin or secure enclosed space. A life jacket is also compulsory in a lightweight craft, which includes kayaks, canoes, stand-up paddleboards, dinghies (tenders). MAJOR CLUB SPONSORS: Brierley Marine, Boat Sales Tas, Quilt and Pillow Factory Laurie Dean SPONSOR: Tas Marine Constructions (TMC) OTHER SPONSORS: Chris Gray Bricklaying, Rockcote, Mechanical & Marine, Roof Coatings Tas, CED Williams Glass, Lindisfarne Service Centre, Nibbs Electrical, North Sails, Cranes Combined, Boat Biz, McDonald Builders, Sunshine Boat Brokerage (Qld), ABS Auto & Brake, Fishbone, and Tas Grating 10

GBBC NEWSLETTER. December 2017/January 2018 geilstonbayboatclub.com.au Issue No. 21

GBBC NEWSLETTER. December 2017/January 2018 geilstonbayboatclub.com.au Issue No. 21 GBBC NEWSLETTER December 2017/January 2018 geilstonbayboatclub.com.au Issue No. 21 CLOSE RACING IN TWILIGHTS Four races have now been held in the Quilt & Pillow Factory Twilight Series 1 with fleets ranging