EPISKOPI SERVICES SAILING CLUB Happy Valley Episkopi http://www.episkopisailing.com/ Tel : 99063254 (during bar hours) See Distribution: Date: 7 Aug 15 Tel: 2596 3418 (work) Mob: 99804814 E-Mail: BFC-HQ-Estes-SO1@mod.uk NOTICE OF RACE: ESSC REGATTA: 25 th 27 th September 2015 1. An invitation is extended to all members of Cyprus sailing clubs to participate in the ESSC Regatta that is to be held from the25 th to the 27 th Sep 15 at Tunnel Beach, Happy Valley, Episkopi. The move from the previously advertised date is regretted and is the result of a clash with another pan-bfc sporting event. 2. Races will be sailed under The ISAF Racing Rules of Sailing 2013-2016, the prescriptions of the RYA, the rules of each class concerned and the Sailing Instructions. 3. ESSC propose to hold a Laser 1 Series, a RS 2000 Series, a Handicap Series, a Junior Handicap Series, a General Handicap Race, a Single Handed Race and a Ladies Race. The programme is attached in Annex A. Each series must have a minimum number of 4 boats to be held, otherwise boats will sail in the handicap series. A series race will be scheduled if 4 or more boats of a single class, not already detailed, enter. 4. Competitors may register in advance by mail, or email, or on the day of the races at ESSC up to 15 minutes before the race briefing time. Non-military competitors should, however, note the restrictions on access to Happy Valley outlined at Para. 10. 5. Race Fees: Race fees are as follows: Class Series 15.00 General Handicap 5.00 All Others 5.00 6. Prizes. Prizes will be awarded to placed helms and where appropriate crews in each series or event. 7. Protests. Protests will be heard as soon as they can be arranged or at the end of each race day. Should any protest be outstanding at 1630 hrs on 27 th September 15 prize giving will continue for those races not affected. 8. Sailing Instructions. Sailing Instructions are available by mail on request, and 1
will be issued to competitors on registration and displayed on the Club notice board during the Regatta. 9. Insurance. All competitors must have adequate third party public liability insurance cover for racing. All competitors sail at their own risk and agree that the ESSC and its officials accept no responsibility for loss or damage to boats whilst sailed or stored at ESSC. This also applies to boats being loaded and unloaded. 10. Happy Valley Access. All those attending the regatta (who do not already possess a valid security pass for Happy Valley) must ensure the details of all attendees are passed (using the form at Annex C) to Commodore ESSC by 1800hrs Mon 14 th Sep 15. In addition, a valid ID card, security pass or passport will be required by anyone who wishes to gain access to Happy Valley. 11. Accommodation. This will remain an individual s responsibility. Camping is unfortunately not available on the Happy Valley Camp Site. 12. Boat Parking. Boat parking is available and boat trailers may be parked to the rear of the clubhouse. ESSC will be able to handle boats forwarded by land provided prior notice is given. 13. Entertainment. There will be a catered barbecue at Euros 8 per head on the Friday evening and a Curry Supper together with live entertainment at Euros 10 per head on the Saturday evening after racing. We would appreciate if anyone planning to take advantage of these meals would inform the club as soon as possible, at the latest by 21 Sep 15. 14. Enquiries. General enquires about the regatta should be directed to the Commodore, or to the Sailing Secretary, Colin Humphrey, E-Mail: cjhumphrey@cytanet.com.cy {Signed on Original} M E JOHNSON-FERGUSON Lt Col OIC ESSC Annexes: A. Regatta Programme. B. ESSC Regatta Entry Form. C. Happy Valley Access Registration Form. 2
Distribution: Commodore DSC Rear Commodore DSC Commodore JAWS Rear Commodore JAWS Commodore PISC Rear Commodore PISC Action: Commodore Vice Commodore Rear Commodore Sailing Secretary Treasurer Secretary Information: ESU RAO 3
ANNEX A TO ESSC REGATTA DATED 7 AUG 15 ESSC Regatta Programme 25 th to 27 th September 2015 25 th September - Friday: Race Brief: 1500 hrs Race First Signal General Handicap Race 1530 hrs 26 th September - Saturday: Race Brief: 0930 hrs Lunch 1000 hrs 1200 hrs 1400 hrs 1600 hrs 27 th September - Sunday: Race Brief: 0930 hrs Single Handed Race Ladies Race 1000 hrs 1005 hrs 1230 hrs 1430 hrs A - 1
ESSC REGATTA ENTRY FORM ANNEX B TO ESSC REGATTA DATED 7 AUG 15 Helm Name: Initials:. ID No: Crew Name: Initials:. ID No:. Address:. Sail No:.. Class:. PY:. 1. I agree to be bound by the rules of the RRS, the RYA prescriptions, and the sailing instructions for this regatta. 2. I declare that I have the required third party insurance for the boat entered. 3. Car Reg No:..Model:. 4. I require (qty):. tickets for the Saturday food and entertainment. Costs are expected to be 8 Euros per head. 5. Costs: Series Races Only: 15.00 One off Race: 5.00 General Handicap Race: 5.00 Total: Signed:.. Name:.. Cheques are to be made payable to Central Bank Episkopi Support Unit Please return this completed form by Fri 18 Sep 2015 to: Commodore ESSC Lt Col M E Johnson-Ferguson SO1 ER HQ BFC BFPO 53 or E-Mail: info@episkopisailing.com B - 1
ANNEX C TO ESSC REGATTA DATED 7 AUG 15 REGISTRATION FOR ENTRY TO HAPPY VALLEY 1. Due to the security situation all persons attending the ESSC Regatta at Tunnel Beach, Happy Valley must be registered to do so by 1800hrs on Fri 18 Sep 15 so that the Happy Valley Piquet Post can be furnished with a list of names of those wishing to gain access. This does not apply to Servicemen or their families (who reside with them in BFC), MOD employed civilians and their families (who reside with them in BFC), or Veterans with WSBA passes. 2. All other persons, whether sailing/crew or spectators/supporters must complete the following Registration form below. This applies to those seeking entry above the age of 16. The form is to be submitted to the Commodore ESSC by e- mail: BFC-HQ-Estes-SO1@mod.uk (or mandj.jf@gmail.com). Surname First Name Means of Identification (Passport/RoC ID Card) Reg No of vehicle C - 1