Race 6 - BPYC-SASC SHEEP STATION Race 1

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Race 6 on the BPYC season SPRING calendar is Race 1 of the Sheep Station Series with SASC. Please refer to the SASC Sailing Program for race details, courses and start times.

See the Sheep Station Series SAILING INSTRUCTIONS here

SHEEP STATION SERIES
The Sheep Station Trophy Series is an inter-club challenge between the SASC and the Blues Point Yacht Club. The Sheep Station Trophy series consists of four races — there will be no discards. Starting times and courses are shown on pages 16 and 18. Yachts entered in the Mixed Fleet Series may be selected to match the number of entries from the BPYC if there are not sufficient yachts entered in the Sheep Station Trophy Series. The Saturday Spring/Summer Pointscore Sailing Instructions will apply for this series

26/10/2024 - RESULTS:
The race was held in winds varying between SW to SE of around 15 kts gusting to 18kts. Due to the variability, the division ahed of the Mixed fleet was set course “O” with a start line in Athol Bight. Due to the variability in the wind, the starter decided to change the course to course “G”. Unfortunately for some unobservant entrants, it was unclear as course “G” has a start line in Shell Cove. If a radio call was made, it was not heard and several entrants including some from SASC were somewhat confused on the way to the N2 mark. However, it was a pleasant, sunny afternoon on Sydney Harbour. Congratulations to all entrants.

Race 5: 2024-25 Spring Series "Ladies Day" race

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Our next race is Ladies Day on

Sunday 13th October 2024
with a start time of 1300hrs

Dear members, friends and supporters of Blues Point Yacht Club,

This 5th race of the BPYC Spring Series celebrates women in our sport where each yacht needs to have a lady on the helm to contend the winner’s prize. Start time is1pm (daylight saving time) with prize giving in the Blues Point Hotel from 5:30pm

This is a handicap start - with the start time for each boat listed under 'Race Start and Handicaps' below.

Post-race Prize Giving and catch-up

Whether you are racing on Sunday or not, please join us at the Blues Point Hotel for the post-race prize giving, analysis and catch-up.


Racing-related documents:

The full calendar of races for the 2024/25 season (Spring and Autumn Series and other events) is available on the BPYC website at Current Season Calendar — Blues Point Yacht Club (bpyc.com.au) .

A copy of the BPYC Sailing Instructions is available at this link. 

Details of the BPYC courses, for both 'Open' and 'Non-Spinnaker' Divisions, are at this link. 

The course will be announced by radio (channel 77), fifteen (15) minutes before the start time - in this case 12:45pm for the 1300hrs start.


Shipping on Sydney Harbour:

At this stage, there are the following shipping movements advised as per below:


Information may change without notice from BPYC.  

For the latest information, go to https://www.portauthoritynsw.com.au/sydney-harbour/pilotage-navigation/daily-vessel-movements/

NOTE:
Since 1 January 2022, the Racing Rules of Sailing (RRS) require that ALL persons competing in a race including one-off crew must have a current Australian Sailing (AS) number, issued by an AS-affiliated club (of which Blues Point Yacht Club is one).  Skippers are responsible for ensuring that this is complied with. Current financial membership of BPYC, which runs 1 July to 30 June, comes with an AS number.  Go to Membership & Sailpass (bpyc.com.au) to renew or join, or to purchase a Sailpass.

If you have any queries or need assistance with this, please contact me directly on 0416 093215.



Race Start and Handicaps

The race start will be a radio start, with a countdown of 10 mins - 5 mins - 0 mins. 

The handicaps and corresponding start times for each yacht are as follows:

******Other boats must stay clear of the starting line
and clear of those on their ultimate approach to the starting line (RRS 2 and 24.1)******

……………………………………………………

PLEASE TEXT YOUR FINISHING TIME TO THE COMMODORE ON 0416 093215.



Tides:

High tide (Fort Denison) 0531 hours: 1.25m

Low tide (Fort Denison) 1102 hours: 0.63m

High tide (Fort Denison) 1732 hours: 1.65m


Weather Forecast
The weather forecast for Sunday:

Consistent with that forecast, at this stage there are no wind warnings for Sydney enclosed waters during our race window.
The Committee will review the forecast closer to the race and communicate any changes in arrangements ahead of the race.

Enclosed Waters Forecast (as at 04:10 10/10/24)

Safety audits
One of the conditions of entering a BPYC race series, as either a series entrant or a casual entrant, is to have a current Category 7 Safety Audit, as well as comply with the BPYC Addendum in relation to equipment for the category of race they are entering. (The Spring and Autumn Series are in enclosed waters - Cat 7 races).

All boats racing for Race 5 must have completed a CAT 7 or CAT 5 Audit and have this submitted to the Commodore by 7pm Saturday 12th October else the boat will be scored DNS.

Please get in contact with the BPYC Auditors to book an inspection ASAP.
If you have any queries, please contact me on 0416 093215 or by email.

Post-race Prize Giving and catch-up

Whether you are racing on Sunday or not, please join us at the Blues Point Hotel for the post-race prize giving, analysis and catch-up.

Raffle

Don’t forget the raffle every Thursday night at the Blues Point Hotel, with 10 meat trays to be won each week, as well as the chance to win the cash jackpot. You can also enjoy a fine pub meal while participating in the raffle. 

Come along and support the raffle which is the club's primary source of income and allows the club to maintain low membership fees for every member and substantial prizes for each race.  (And remember that if you help run two raffles, you receive a food and beverage voucher).

We look forward to seeing you on the water or in the 'club house' soon.

Carl Braden
Commodore
Blues Point Yacht Club

PO Box 7040, McMahons Point NSW 2060
www.bpyc.com.au

Race 4: 2024-25 Spring Series

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Race 4 on 29th September 2024
The race start time is 1200Hrs.

Dear members, friends and supporters of Blues Point Yacht Club,

The fourth race of the Spring Series will be held this Sunday, 29th September 2024, commencing from 12:00noon.

This is a handicap start - with the start time for each boat listed under 'Race Start and Handicaps' below.

Race Start and Handicaps

The race start will be a radio start, with a countdown of 10mins - 5mins - 0mins. 

The handicaps and corresponding start times for each yacht are as follows:

Prizegiving will take place in the Blues Point Hotel from 1700 hrs.

SAFETY AUDIT UPDATE

All boats racing have an extension for CAT 7 and CAT 5 Audits till the end of September 2024.

If you do not hold at least a CAT 7 by Spring Race 5 Sunday 13th October 2024 then you will not be allowed to race.

Please get in contact with the BPYC Auditors to book an inspection ASAP.

Race START and HANDICAPS for Race 3

The race START will be a radio start, with a countdown of 10mins - 5mins - 0mins. 

The handicaps and corresponding start times for each yacht will be posted on Saturday 28th closer to the race day to best match the length of course with the actual race.

****Other boats must stay clear of the starting line and clear of those on their ultimate approach to the starting line (RRS 2 and 24.1)******

PLEASE TEXT YOUR FINISHING TIME TO THE COMMODORE ON 0416093215.

Post-race Prize Giving and catch-up:

Whether you are racing on Sunday or not, please join us at the Blues Point Hotel for the post-race prize giving, analysis and catch-up.

Tide 

High tide (Fort Denison)  0616 hours: 1.31m

Low tide (Fort Denison) 1158 hours: 0.58m

High tide (Fort Denison)  1815 hours: 1.59m

 

Weather Forecast
The weather forecast for Sunday is for medium northerly winds all day, maybe if it's true then we will get our first Manly race for the season.

Consistent with this forecast, at this stage there are no wind warnings for Sydney enclosed waters during our race window. The Committee will review the forecast closer to the race (particularly if any warnings are issued) and communicate any changes in arrangements ahead of the race.

Sydney Enclosed Waters Forecast issued at 4:45 am EST on Thursday 26 September 2024.

Shipping on Sydney Harbour:

At this stage, there are no shipping movements advised between the race start and the race time limit of 16:30 hours.
Information may change without notice from BPYC.  
For the latest information, go to https://www.portauthoritynsw.com.au/sydney-harbour/pilotage-navigation/daily-vessel-movements/

If you have any queries, please contact me on 0416 093215 or by email.

Raffle

Don’t forget the raffle every Thursday night at the Blues Point Hotel, with 10 meat trays to be won each week, as well as the chance to win the cash jackpot. You can also enjoy a fine pub meal while participating in the raffle. 

Come along and support the raffle which is the club's primary source of income and allows the club to maintain low membership fees for every member and substantial prizes for each race.  (And remember that if you help run two raffles, you receive a food and beverage voucher).

We look forward to seeing you on the water or in the 'club house' soon.

Carl Braden

COMMODORE
Blues Point Yacht Club

RACE 3: Alan Rintoul Trophy 2024-25 Spring Series

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Dear members, friends and supporters of Blues Point Yacht Club,

The third race of the Spring Series will be held on Sunday 08 September 2024.

Start time: 1200hrs. 

Race START and HANDICAPS for Race 3

The race START will be a radio start, with a countdown of 10mins - 5mins - 0mins. 

The handicaps and corresponding start times for each yacht are as follows: (to be updated prior to race day)

*****Other boats must stay clear of the starting line and clear of those on their ultimate approach to the starting line (RRS 2 and 24.1)******

Tides: 

At this stage there are no wind warnings for Sydney enclosed waters during our race window.

SYDNEY LOCAL Forecast

MARINE Forecast (Sydney Enclosed Waters):

The Committee will review the forecast closer to the race (particularly if any warnings are issued) and communicate any changes in arrangements ahead of the race.

Shipping on Sydney Harbour:
At this stage, there are no listed shipping movements advised between the race start and the race time limit of 16:30 hours.
Information may change without notice from BPYC.  
For the latest information, go to https://www.portauthoritynsw.com.au/sydney-harbour/pilotage-navigation/daily-vessel-movements/


Considering all the above information, skippers and crew are reminded that an Australian Sailing number is required to race, so it is the perfect time to ensure you and your crew's BPYC membership is renewed to gain or retain your Australian Sailing number. Note that the club is still one of the most cost effective clubs to join on the harbour and has waived the ‘joining fee’ for new members.



Safety audits
One of the conditions of entering a BPYC race series, as either a series entrant or a casual entrant, is to have a current Category 7 Safety Audit, as well as comply with the BPYC Addendum in relation to equipment for the category of race they are entering. (The Spring and Autumn Series are in enclosed waters - Cat 7 races).

As mentioned in previous correspondence, the Cat 7 or CAT 4 Equipment Audit and Additional BPYC Safety Amendment forms and actual audits must be completed and lodged with the club by the 31st August 2024.  They will then be current (valid for 12 months from your previous Audit). Please book your Equipment Audit inspection for the 2024-2025 season. 

If you have any queries, please contact me on 0416 093 215 or by email. A Safety Audit can be booked by sending an email to bluespointyc@gmail.com attention to the Commodore..

Courses for 2024-2025
Your Committee has updated the Sailing Instructions and the BPYC Calendar, both are here on the BPYC website.

We have added the Cannae Point course to the options this season as Course 7.  You can follow this link to full list of courses for 2024-2025.

Raffle
Don’t forget the raffle every Thursday night at the Blues Point Hotel, with 10 meat trays to be won each week, as well as the chance to win the cash jackpot. You can also enjoy a fine pub meal while participating in the raffle. 

Come along and support the raffle which is the club's primary source of income and allows the club to maintain low membership fees for every member and substantial prizes for each race.  (And remember that if you help run two raffles, you receive a food/beverage voucher).


Post-race Prize Giving and catch-up: Prizegiving will take place in the Blues Point Hotel from 1700 hrs.

Whether you are racing on Sunday or not, please join us at the Blues Point Hotel for the post-race prize giving, analysis and catch-up.

Looking forward to a great 2024-2025 season where I hope to see you on the water and back at the Clubhouse (ie., Blues Point Hotel) after Sunday's race for the prize giving and we can all say hello.




Cheers,
Carl Braden
Commodore

Crew Positions Available

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All,

Firstly, thanks to those who attended the crew and skippers “Meet and Greet” on Sunday 11th August in the Club House (Blues Point Hotel) as it was a great opportunity to chat with you …and kudos to those who turned up after running the City to Surf.

As a follow up please find this email and information.

 

Racing

The Club's Race Calendar is on the web site and available to download.

Race 3 is scheduled for Sunday 8th September and Race 4 the Sunday 29th September.

Crew positions are available now for future races but pending the level of response, it will be on a first come first serve basis as we may have too many new crew for the racing positions available.

 

Matching Crew to Boats

As was discussed during the meet and greet session we understand that prospective crew live in a range of suburbs from inner west to north suburbs and our thinking is that we want to try and match crew to where the closest skipper/boat is located.

Currently our skippers/ boats are located at the following harbour locations:

1) Berrys Bay - closest to the yacht club (Blues Point Hotel)

2) Drummoyne - best for inner west residents.

3) Tambourine Bay - Riverview/Hunters Hill area.

4) Greenwich (near Greenwich Ferry and Greenwich Flying Squadron)

Once you have been matched to a boat/skipper, details like the meeting and departure times will be communicated by the skipper.  Also, if you seek to crew with another new crew person, please let us know this as well.

 

BPYC New Crew Offer - Free Helly Hansen Club Hat

The club has extended this offer up to and including Race 4 of the Spring Series.

The hats are worth $35 - $40 and are very popular.  On completion of your membership you will be entitled to your complimentary hat and this will be presented at the post race awards back at the club house.

We have already issued 2 of these hats to two very eager new crew at the post race prizegiving for BPYC Race 2 of the Spring series on Sunday 25th August. 

 

Australian Sailing Compliance

The BPYC is an affiliated club of Australian Sailing and part of our compliance obligations is ensuring our members and non-members who sail with the club have the insurance coverage provided by Australian Sailing.

Prior to racing, BPYC requires that any prospective new crew choses one of the following options in order to comply with Australian Sailing requirements:

Each of the membership options below can be activated on the BPYC website - https://www.bpyc.com.au/membership-2024-2025

Option 1 - AS Sail Pass - $15 per race, a one day coverage via on-line signup.  Some more information here and on the Australian Sailing web site - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=siQWvty5XOc&t=37s

Option 2 - BPYC Membership - $100 per year and includes discounted tickets to the Christmas Lunch and AGM lunch as well as securing your Australian Sailing Number - https://www.sailing.org.au/as-number/

 

Next Step and Call to Action

As a next step please respond to this email with the following:

1)      Which boat location for racing; 

2)      Race date you’re looking to start,

3)      Sail Pass or Membership option you will pursue;

BPYC will set up a WhatsApp group for New Crew who have confirmed interest by emailing to bluespointyc@gmail.com attention to the Commodore.

Once we have you introduced to a skipper/boat they will communicate the next steps and we will have this matching done prior to future races.

Any questions or issues, feel free to give me a call on 0416093215.

 

Carl Braden
COMMODORE BPYC
+61 416 093 215

Race 2 Summary of the Race

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Race 2 on Sunday 25th August was forecast to deliver a building northerly wind 10 to 15 knots so the race committee tentatively set a Manly course 3.  Initially warm and overcast, the start was postponed 15 minutes and the race course and handicaps were changed to the new course 7 to Cannae Point near North Head with Starfire starting on scratch at 12.15, then Money Spinner III at 12.22 and lastly Blue Sky at 12.26.  Unfortunately Conquista was out due to equipment issues and Sail La Ve was MIA.

Both Starfire and Money Spinner started with northerly starboard tacks heading towards Bradleys Head with Blue Sky heading east towards Shark Island in what was an East Nor East breeze of about 8 knots.

After numerous wind holes and with the three boats spread out across the harbour they all came quite close together around Middle Head after some very shifty winds and over an hour's worth of effort.  It was from here that Starfire and Money Spinner headed north towards the center of the harbour entrance on a course made good run while Blue Sky headed west towards Middle Harbour entrance chasing better wind pressure which delivered a good distance advantage to round Cannae mark first with about 800m lead on Starfire who rounded second.

Blue Sky hoisted its largest spinnaker on a port hoist and headed south with decent wind about 8 knots north north west.  Starfire hoisted their kite and chased with Money Spinner not far behind hoisting their kite as well and the chase towards EC mark was on.

When Blue Sky approached South Head the wind dropped to near zero and we could only watch the chasing boats charge down with full spinnakers.  Then all boats were in a near zero wind zone for about 20 to 30 minutes.

As Blue Sky approached Camp Cove still with very light winds and could see Starfire making good speed with a decent breeze from the north and the gap was rapidly closing on Blue Sky.  The northerly filled in and reached Blue Sky and the lead was held while Starfire ensured they were East of the EC mark by making an easterly gybe.

Money Spinner tracked east by Lady Bay and Watsons Bay with just a headsail, trailing Starfire by about a 1km.  After another prolonged period of near zero winds, Blue Sky approached Shark Island.  With the 16.00 time limit fast approaching and the forecast 10-15 northerly nowhere in sight, the finish was shortened to the Shark Island mark and this was shared with the CYCA fleet and their finish boat. All three boats finished from 3.23pm to 3.40pm to secure a valid race.

As always, a great get together was held by the crews at the club (Blues Point Hotel) with beverages flowing along with the prize giving.  Two new crew members Blair and Amy were celebrated and awarded their BPYC hats.

Next race 8th September the Alan Rintoul Trophy.


Cheers

Carl Braden
COMMODORE

+61 416 093 215

RACE 2: 2024-25 Spring Series

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Dear members, friends and supporters of Blues Point Yacht Club,

The second race of the Spring Series will be held on Sunday 25 August 2024.

Start time: 1200hrs. 

Race START and HANDICAPS for Race 2

The race START will be a radio start, with a countdown of 10mins - 5mins - 0mins. 

The handicaps and corresponding start times for each yacht are as follows: (to be updated prior to race day)

*****Other boats must stay clear of the starting line and clear of those on their ultimate approach to the starting line (RRS 2 and 24.1)******

Tides: 
Low tide (Fort Denison) 0607 hours: 0.42m
High tide (Fort Denison) 1235 hours: 1.66m
Low tide (Fort Denison) 1903 hours: 0.50m

At this stage there are no wind warnings for Sydney enclosed waters during our race window.

SYDNEY LOCAL Forecast

BOM Forcast as at Monday 19th August 

MARINE Forecast (Sydney Enclosed Waters):

  • not available at this time

The Committee will review the forecast closer to the race (particularly if any warnings are issued) and communicate any changes in arrangements ahead of the race.

Shipping on Sydney Harbour:
At this stage, the only shipping movements advised between the race start and the race time limit of 16:30 hours are displayed below.
Information may change without notice from BPYC.  
For the latest information, go to https://www.portauthoritynsw.com.au/sydney-harbour/pilotage-navigation/daily-vessel-movements/

Considering all the above information, skippers and crew are reminded that an Australian Sailing number is required to race, so it is the perfect time to ensure you and your crew's BPYC membership is renewed to gain or retain your Australian Sailing number. Note that the club is still one of the most cost effective clubs to join on the harbour and has waived the ‘joining fee’ for new members.

Safety audits
One of the conditions of entering a BPYC race series, as either a series entrant or a casual entrant, is to have a current Category 7 Safety Audit, as well as comply with the BPYC Addendum in relation to equipment for the category of race they are entering. (The Spring and Autumn Series are in enclosed waters - Cat 7 races).

As mentioned in previous correspondence, the Cat 7 or CAT 4 Equipment Audit and Additional BPYC Safety Amendment forms and actual audits must be completed and lodged with the club by the 31st August 2024.  They will then be current (valid for 12 months from your previous Audit). Please book your Equipment Audit inspection for the 2024-2025 season. 

If you have any queries, please contact me on 0416 093 215 or by email. A Safety Audit can be booked by sending an email to bluespointyc@gmail.com attention to the Commodore..

Courses for 2024-2025

Your Committee has updated the Sailing Instructions and the BPYC Calendar, both are here on the BPYC website.

We have added the Cannae Point course to the options this season as Course 7.  follow this link to courses for 2024-2025 to see the full list of courses.

Raffle

Don’t forget the raffle every Thursday night at the Blues Point Hotel, with 10 meat trays to be won each week, as well as the chance to win the cash jackpot. You can also enjoy a fine pub meal while participating in the raffle. 

Come along and support the raffle which is the club's primary source of income and allows the club to maintain low membership fees for every member and substantial prizes for each race.  (And remember that if you help run two raffles, you receive a food/beverage voucher).


Post-race Prize Giving and catch-up: Prizegiving will take place in the Blues Point Hotel from 1700 hrs.

Whether you are racing on Sunday or not, please join us at the Blues Point Hotel for the post-race prize giving, analysis and catch-up.

Looking forward to a great 2024-2025 season where I hope to see you on the water and back at the Clubhouse (ie., Blues Point Hotel) after Sunday's race for the prize giving and we can all say hello.

Cheers,
Carl Braden
Commodore

RACE 1: 2024-25 Spring Series

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BPYC 2024-2025 SPRING Season gets underway

Dear Members and Friends,

The next race on the BPYC Calendar is Race 1 on Sunday 4th August with the start time of 1200hrs.

At this stage the forecast looks good, NW winds around 10 knots. 

Sydney Weather Forecast

Enclosed Waters Forecast

Tides for Fort Denison

Start times for Race 1 are listed below

With this in mind, skippers and crew are reminded that an Australian Sailing number is required to race, so it is the perfect time to ensure you and your crew's BPYC membership is renewed to gain or retain your Australian Sailing number. Note that the club has waived the ‘joining fee’ for new members.

As mentioned in previous correspondence, the Cat 7 or CAT 4 Equipment Audit and Additional BPYC Safety Amendment forms and actual audits must be completed and lodged with the club by the 31st August 2024.  They will then be current (valid for 12 months from your previous Audit). Please book your Equipment Audit inspection for the 2024-2025 season. These can be booked by sending an email to bluespointyc@gmail.com or phoning the Commodore..

Your Committee has updated the Sailing Instructions and the BPYC Calendar, both are here on the BPYC website.

Courses for 2024-2025

We have added the Cannae Point course to the options this season as Course 7.  follow this link to courses for 2024-2025 to see the full list of courses.

Looking forward to a great 2024-2025 season where I hope to see you on the water and back at the Clubhouse (ie., Blues Point Hotel) after Sunday's race for the prize giving and we can all say hello.

Cheers,
Carl Braden
Commodore

2023-2024 AGM & Long Lunch in the Pub - Celebrating our champions and looking forward to 2024/25

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Dear members, friends and supporters of BPYC,

AGM Lunch

The AGM Lunch will be held on Saturday 20 July at our 'club house', the Blues Point Hotel (116 Blues Point Road, McMahons Point - on the off chance that you need to be told the address!).

As in past years, the lunch will be heavily subsidised for Financial Members…


If you're interested in attending the BPYC AGM and Long Lunch, the TryBooking link is https://www.trybooking.com/CSLWJ


ENTRÉE

1. Seared Queensland Scallops with Sautéed Chinese broccoli & pickled ginger hollandaise sauce [GF]

2. Pan Roasted Duck Breast on a bed of Spinach & Walnut with honey mustard dressing [GF]

3. Zucchini Flowers with shaved cucumber, carrot salad & wasabi mayo  [Vegetarian]

MAINS

1. Pan Seared Lamb Backstrap with truffle mash, roasted vegetables & red wine rosemary jus

2. Crisp Skinned Atlantic Salmon with crusted kipler potato, asparagus & chimichurri   [GF]

3. Spinach & Ricotta Ravioli with wild mushrooms, squash & almond sage pesto    [Vegetarian]

The AGM includes the election of the new committee for 2024/25. Nominations are now open by replying to bluespointyc@gmail.com. The AGM also includes presenting the club's annual race prizes for season 2023-2024, as well as the opportunity to catch up with other club members over a long lunch.

Please feel free to give me a call with any questions.

Cheers,

Bill

Bill Steenson
Commodore
Blues Point Yacht Club
PO Box 7040, McMahons Point NSW 2060
www.bpyc.com.au
Ph: 0478 617191

RACE 8: 2023-24 Autumn Series 23 Jun 1200Hrs

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Dear members, friends and supporters of Blues Point Yacht Club,

The last race of the Autumn Series will be held this Sunday 23rd June 2024, commencing at 12:00noon.

Consistent with that forecast, at this stage there are no wind warnings for Sydney enclosed waters during our race window.

Sydney Forecast:

Sydney Forecast

Marine Forecast (Sydney Enclosed Waters):

Enclosed Waters Forecast

Tides at Fort Denison:
HIGH: 0911 hours 1.36m
LOW: 1438 hours 0.58m


Race START and HANDICAPS for Race 8

The race START will be a radio start, with a countdown of 10mins - 5mins - 0mins. 

The handicaps and corresponding start times for each yacht are as follows:

*****Other boats must stay clear of the starting line and clear of those on their ultimate approach to the starting line (RRS 2 and 24.1)******

Shipping on Sydney Harbour:
At this stage, there are no shipping movements are advised between the race start and the race time limit of 16:30 hours.
Information may change without notice from BPYC.  
For the latest information, go to https://www.portauthoritynsw.com.au/sydney-harbour/pilotage-navigation/daily-vessel-movements/

Post-race Prize Giving and catch-up:

Whether you are racing on Sunday or not, please join us at the Blues Point Hotel for the post-race prize giving, analysis and catch-up.

Raffle

Don’t forget the raffle every Thursday night at the Blues Point Hotel, with 10 meat trays to be won each week, as well as the chance to win the cash jackpot. You can also enjoy a fine pub meal while participating in the raffle.

Come along and support the raffle which is the club's primary source of income and allows the club to maintain low membership fees for every member and substantial prizes for each race.  (And remember that if you help run two raffles, you receive a food and beverage voucher).

We look forward to seeing you on the water or in the 'club house' soon.

Cheers,

Bill
Bill Steenson
Commodore
Blues Point Yacht Club
PO Box 7040, McMahons Point NSW 2060
www.bpyc.com.au
Ph: 0478 617191

8 - 10 June 2024 - Long Weekend, Cruise-in-Company to RMYC Port Hacking

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BPYC members, friends and supporters, 

With the King’s Birthday weekend coming next month (8-10 June), the club is again arranging a cruise-in-company to RMYC Port Hacking as indicated on the BPYC's 2023/2024 Season Calendar (Current Season Calendar — Blues Point Yacht Club (bpyc.com.au).

As with the event last year, the plan is to depart Saturday morning (8th June) at approximately 1030 hours, and to berth overnight at RMYC Port Hacking, then return at your own pace on either the Sunday or Monday of the long weekend.

 We are making a booking for dinner at RMYC-PH on the Saturday night, which you, your family and friends, are welcome to attend whether you come by sea or by land.

Berths will be charged at the 'member' rate of $7 per metre. We again expect that access to RMYC facilities will be via a fob issued to the skipper. 

Could you please reply with responses to the following questions, by Thursday 30th May:

1.       Are you interested in participating?

2.       Will you be 'entering' a boat for the cruise?

3.       Will you require a berth for Saturday? For Sunday?

4. Do you need additional crew for the trip south (and/or return)?

5.       Number of people you have to join us for dinner at RMYC on Saturday 8th June?

Hope you can join us.

If you need any further details, please call me on 0478 617191.

Cheers,

Bill

Bill Steenson
Commodore
Blues Point Yacht Club
PO Box 7040, McMahons Point NSW 2060

www.bpyc.com.au

RACE 7: 2023-24 Autumn Series 26 May 1200Hrs

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Dear members, friends and supporters of Blues Point Yacht Club

Race 7 is the second-last race of the Autumn Series and of BPYC Season 2023-2024. 

Start time: 1200hrs. 

Prizegiving will take place in the Blues Point Hotel from 1700 hrs.

Race START and HANDICAPS for Race 7

The race START will be a radio start, with a countdown of 10mins - 5mins - 0mins. 

The handicaps and corresponding start times for each yacht are as follows:

*****Other boats must stay clear of the starting line and clear of those on their ultimate approach to the starting line (RRS 2 and 24.1)******

Post-race Prize Giving and catch-up:

Whether you are racing on Sunday or not, please join us at the Blues Point Hotel for the post-race prize giving, analysis and catch-up.

Tides: 
High tide (Fort Denison)  1014 hours: 1.34m
Low tide (Fort Denison) 1537 hours: 0.67m


Weather Forecast
The weather forecast for Sunday is for light winds:

Sydney Forecast:

Marine Forecast (Sydney Enclosed Waters):

Consistent with that forecast, at this stage there are no wind warnings for Sydney enclosed waters during our race window.

The Committee will review the forecast closer to the race (particularly if any warnings are issued) and communicate any changes in arrangements ahead of the race.

Shipping on Sydney Harbour:
At this stage, there are no shipping movements advised between the race start and the race time limit of 16:30 hours.
Information may change without notice from BPYC.  
For the latest information, go to https://www.portauthoritynsw.com.au/sydney-harbour/pilotage-navigation/daily-vessel-movements/

Safety audits
One of the conditions of entering a BPYC race series, as either a series entrant or a casual entrant, is to have a current Category 7 Safety Audit, as well as comply with the BPYC Addendum in relation to equipment for the category of race they are entering. (The Spring and Autumn Series are in enclosed waters - Cat 7 races).

If you have any queries, please contact me on 0478 617191 or by email.

Raffle

Don’t forget the raffle every Thursday night at the Blues Point Hotel, with 10 meat trays to be won each week, as well as the chance to win the cash jackpot. You can also enjoy a fine pub meal while participating in the raffle. 

For Thursday 30 May, the jackpot is $1100.

Come along and support the raffle which is the club's primary source of income and allows the club to maintain low membership fees for every member and substantial prizes for each race.  (And remember that if you help run two raffles, you receive a food and beverage voucher).

We look forward to seeing you on the water or in the 'club house' soon.

Cheers,

Bill

Bill Steenson
Commodore
Blues Point Yacht Club
PO Box 7040, McMahons Point NSW 2060
www.bpyc.com.au
Ph: 0478 617191

RACE 6: 2023-24 Autumn Series - 5th May 1200hrs ERROL HAZELWOOD HANDICAP

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Dear members, friends and supporters of Blues Point Yacht Club,

Race 6 is a regular BPYC point-scoring race for Season 2023-2024, will be held this Sunday 5th May 2024, commencing at 12:00noon. It is also know as the Errol Hazelwood Handicap - named after one of the former stalwarts of the club. 

Start time: 1200hrs. As daylight savings time has ended, all remaining races in the Autumn Series will have a start time of 1200hrs.

Prizegiving will take place in the Blues Point Hotel from 1700 hrs.

Race START and HANDICAPS for Race 6

The race START will be a radio start, with a countdown of 10mins - 5mins - 0mins. 

The handicaps and corresponding start times for each yacht are as follows:

*****Other boats must stay clear of the starting line and clear of those on their ultimate approach to the starting line (RRS 2 and 24.1)******

Post-race Prize Giving and catch-up:

Whether you are racing on Sunday or not, please join us at the Blues Point Hotel for the post-race prize giving, analysis and catch-up.

Tides 

Low tide (Fort Denison)  1156 hours: 0.36m
High tide (Fort Denison) 1813 hours: 1.73m

Weather Forecast
The weather forecast for Sunday is a wet one:

Sydney Forecast:

Marine Forecast (Sydney Enclosed Waters):

Consistent with that forecast, at this stage there are no wind warnings for Sydney enclosed waters during our race window.

The Committee will review the forecast closer to the race (particularly if any warnings are issued) and communicate any changes in arrangements ahead of the race.

Shipping on Sydney Harbour:
At this stage, there are no shipping movements are advised between the race start and the race time limit of 16:30 hours.
Information may change without notice from BPYC.  
For the latest information, go to https://www.portauthoritynsw.com.au/sydney-harbour/pilotage-navigation/daily-vessel-movements/

Safety audits
One of the conditions of entering a BPYC race series, as either a series entrant or a casual entrant, is to have a current Category 7 Safety Audit, as well as comply with the BPYC Addendum in relation to equipment for the category of race they are entering. (The Spring and Autumn Series are in enclosed waters - Cat 7 races).

If you have any queries, please contact me on 0478 617191 or by email.

Raffle

Don’t forget the raffle every Thursday night at the Blues Point Hotel, with 10 meat trays to be won each week, as well as the chance to win the cash jackpot. You can also enjoy a fine pub meal while participating in the raffle.

Come along and support the raffle which is the club's primary source of income and allows the club to maintain low membership fees for every member and substantial prizes for each race.  (And remember that if you help run two raffles, you receive a food and beverage voucher).

We look forward to seeing you on the water or in the 'club house' soon.

Cheers,

Bill

Bill Steenson

Commodore

Blues Point Yacht Club

PO Box 7040, McMahons Point NSW 2060

www.bpyc.com.au

Ph: 0478 617191

RACE 5: 2023-24 Autumn Series - 14 Apr 1200Hrs

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Dear members, friends and supporters of Blues Point Yacht Club,

The fifth race of the Spring Series will be held this Sunday 14th April 2024, commencing at 12:00noon.

Race START and HANDICAPS for Race 5

The race START will be a radio start, with a countdown of 10mins - 5mins - 0mins. 

The handicaps and corresponding start times for each yacht:

******Other boats must stay clear of the starting line and clear of those on their ultimate approach to the starting line (RRS 2 and 24.1)******

Post-race Prize Giving and catch-up:

Whether you are racing on Sunday or not, please join us at the Blues Point Hotel for the post-race prize giving, analysis and catch-up from 17:00.

Tides 
Low tide (Fort Denison) 0708 hours: 0.55m
High tide (Fort Denison) 1303 hours: 1.20m

Weather Forecast
The weather forecast for Sunday:

The Committee will review the forecast closer to the race and communicate any changes in arrangements ahead of the race.

Shipping on Sydney Harbour:
At this stage, the following shipping movements are advised on race day.

Information may change without notice from BPYC.  
For the latest information, go to https://www.portauthoritynsw.com.au/sydney-harbour/pilotage-navigation/daily-vessel-movements/

Safety audits
One of the conditions of entering a BPYC race series, as either a series entrant or a casual entrant, is to have a current Category 7 Safety Audit, as well as comply with the BPYC Addendum in relation to equipment for the category of race they are entering. (The Spring and Autumn Series are in enclosed waters - Cat 7 races).

If you have any queries, please contact me on 0478 617191 or by email.

Raffle

Don’t forget the raffle every Thursday night at the Blues Point Hotel, with 10 meat trays to be won each week, as well as the chance to win the cash jackpot. You can also enjoy a fine pub meal while participating in the raffle.

Come along and support the raffle which is the club's primary source of income and allows the club to maintain low membership fees for every member and substantial prizes for each race.  (And remember that if you help run two raffles, you receive a food and beverage voucher).

We look forward to seeing you on the water or in the 'club house' soon.

Cheers,

Bill

Bill Steenson
Commodore
Blues Point Yacht Club

0478 617191

PO Box 7040, McMahons Point NSW 2060

www.bpyc.com.au

RACE 4: 2023-24 Autumn Series - March 24, 2024 at 1300hrs

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Dear members, friends and supporters of Blues Point Yacht Club,

Race 4 is a regular BPYC point-scoring race for Season 23-24. Start time: 1300hrs - the last for this season starting at 1300hrs

Prizegiving in the Blues Point Hotel from 1700hrs

With the forecast some time away, at this stage there are no wind warnings for Sydney enclosed waters during our race window.

Race START and HANDICAPS for Race 4

The race START will be a radio start, with a countdown of 10mins - 5mins - 0mins. 

The handicaps and corresponding start times for each yacht are as follows:


******Other boats must stay clear of the starting line and clear of those on their ultimate approach to the starting line (RRS 2 and 24.1)******

Post-race Prize Giving and catch-up:

Whether you are racing on Sunday or not, please join us at the Blues Point Hotel for the post-race prize giving, analysis and catch-up from 17:00.

Tide 
High tide (Fort Denison) 0846 hours: 1.66m
Low tide (Fort Denison) 1508 hours: 0.45m

Weather Forecast
The weather forecast for Sunday:

Consistent with that forecast, at this stage there are no wind warnings for Sydney enclosed waters during our race window.

The Committee will review the forecast closer to the race and communicate any changes in arrangements ahead of the race.

Shipping on Sydney Harbour:
At this stage, the following shipping movements are advised on race day.


Information may change without notice from BPYC.  
For the latest information, go to https://www.portauthoritynsw.com.au/sydney-harbour/pilotage-navigation/daily-vessel-movements/

Safety audits
One of the conditions of entering a BPYC race series, as either a series entrant or a casual entrant, is to have a current Category 7 Safety Audit, as well as comply with the BPYC Addendum in relation to equipment for the category of race they are entering. (The Spring and Autumn Series are in enclosed waters - Cat 7 races).

If you have any queries, please contact me on 0478 617191 or by email.

Raffle

Don’t forget the raffle every Thursday night at the Blues Point Hotel, with 10 meat trays to be won each week, as well as the chance to win the cash jackpot. You can also enjoy a fine pub meal while participating in the raffle.

Come along and support the raffle which is the club's primary source of income and allows the club to maintain low membership fees for every member and substantial prizes for each race.  (And remember that if you help run two raffles, you receive a food and beverage voucher).

We look forward to seeing you on the water or in the 'club house' soon.

Cheers,

Bill

Bill Steenson
Commodore
Blues Point Yacht Club

0478 617191

PO Box 7040, McMahons Point NSW 2060

www.bpyc.com.au

RACE 3: 2023-24 Autumn Series - March 03, 2024 at 1300hrs

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Dear members, friends and supporters of Blues Point Yacht Club

Race 3 is the BPYC ‘Trevor and Finn Memorial’ point-scoring race for Season 23-24. Start time: 1300hrs.

Prizegiving in the Blues Point Hotel from 1700hrs

With the forecast some time away, at this stage there are no wind warnings for Sydney enclosed waters during our race window.

Race START and HANDICAPS for Race 3

The race START will be a radio start, with a countdown of 10mins - 5mins - 0mins. 

The handicaps and corresponding start times for each yacht are as follows:

******Other boats must stay clear of the starting line and clear of those on their ultimate approach to the starting line (RRS 2 and 24.1)******

Post-race Prize Giving and catch-up:

Whether you are racing on Sunday or not, please join us at the Blues Point Hotel for the post-race prize giving, analysis and catch-up.

Tide 
Low tide (Fort Denison) 0836 hours: 0.70m
High tide (Fort Denison) 1421 hours: 1.18m

Weather Forecast
The weather forecast for Sunday:

Consistent with that forecast, at this stage there are no wind warnings for Sydney enclosed waters during our race window.

The Committee will review the forecast closer to the race and communicate any changes in arrangements ahead of the race.

Shipping on Sydney Harbour:
At this stage, the following shipping movements are advised, with the CARNIVAL SPLENDOR passing the finish line just before the race time limit of 16:30.
Information may change without notice from BPYC.  
For the latest information, go to https://www.portauthoritynsw.com.au/sydney-harbour/

Safety audits
One of the conditions of entering a BPYC race series, as either a series entrant or a casual entrant, is to have a current Category 7 Safety Audit, as well as comply with the BPYC Addendum in relation to equipment for the category of race they are entering. (The Spring and Autumn Series are in enclosed waters - Cat 7 races).

If you have any queries, please contact me on 0478 617191 or by email.

Raffle

Don’t forget the raffle every Thursday night at the Blues Point Hotel, with 10 meat trays to be won each week, as well as the chance to win the cash jackpot. You can also enjoy a fine pub meal while participating in the raffle.

Come along and support the raffle which is the club's primary source of income and allows the club to maintain low membership fees for every member and substantial prizes for each race.  (And remember that if you help run two raffles, you receive a food and beverage voucher).

We look forward to seeing you on the water or in the 'club house' soon.

Cheers,


Bill

Bill Steenson
Commodore
Blues Point Yacht Club

PO Box 7040, McMahons Point NSW 2060

www.bpyc.com.au

DON DELLER TROPHY and Pittwater Weekend - 17 & 18 Feb 2024 - Post Race REPORT

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Post Race REPORT

This year’s Don Deller was an outstanding success despite the fickle winds at multiple times through the race. 

With four entrants from SASC

·     Delinquent

·     Lunacy

·     Shambles

·     Double Dutch

and three entrants from BPYC

·     Blue Sky

·     Money Spinner III

·     Starfire

The fleet got off to a great start except for Starfire finding herself OCS and with the light wind, took almost 6 minutes to restart from the course side.  Shambles and Blue Sky took off towards North Head while the remainder of the fleet did their best to stay in touch.

By the time Starfire got to South Head she was in a better position than Money Spinner III and a few others as the winds were more favourable on the eastern side of the harbour.  Her improving position was not long lasting as she was soon under North Head and struggling to get out of the harbour.

Shambles went further east than anyone else before tacking onto a great lay line taking her beyond Long Reef with Blue Sky to leeward but staying close.  These two were to continue to tussle for the lead until the finish in Pittwater west off Palm Beach.

By Long Reef the fleet was quite spread out.  Starfire and Money Spinner III were close to each other on several occasions.  Double Dutch decided to hug the shore while Lunacy and Delinquent continued between the shore and the lay line set by Shambles.

At times, boat speeds starting with a zero were observed on board the yachts, as the wind was quite fickle throughout the race.

Shambles, Blue Sky and Money Spinner III each set a kite as they rounded Barrenjoey and sprinted to the finish line west of Palm Beach with a freshening breeze.

Lunacy retired just north of Barrenjoey Head

The author was unable to track the other yachts but learned that Lunacy retired just north of Barrenjoey Head while the remainder of the fleet crossed the line and reported their finish time to the Commodore.

The boats found their berths at RMYC Newport and celebrated with a beer or three before heading to the showers followed by dinner in the bistro.  Having made a booking for 28 people, I think I may have counted 30 people, each introducing themselves and discussing the race, as they experienced it.

Once most guests had completed their main meal, former BPYC Commodore, Michael Jansen welcomed all attendees and gave a brief recital about Don Deller who was a founding member of BPYC and the inaugural Commodore. He worked tirelessly keeping the club in a strong position, recruiting new members and new boats to join in the friendly racing at BPYC.  It was due to the above efforts Don had put into the Club, that the Don Deller Race was named in his honour.

Michael then handed over to Vice Commodore Carl Braden to read out the results and was ably assisted by Treasurer Ann Davey with the prizes and merchandise.

Carl thanked the SASC entrants and called up each boat to present them with some “welcome” BPYC merchandise including a BPYC wine glass and BPYC beer cooler.   As Lunacy had retired, the “special encouragement” prize (for last place) was presented to Starfire.

Third place was awarded to Double Dutch.

The Vice Commodore deemed first place a draw - awarded to Blue Sky and Shambles with the Don Deller Trophy to be held for 6 months by Shambles/SASC and a further 6 months by Blue Sky/BPYC.  Shambles and the other SASC entrants are also invited to the BPYC AGM on 20th July 2024 where all the prizes for the 2023-2024 season are presented to the winners.

Herschel Smith (Shambles) invited BPYC members to participate in the two SASC races to Pittwater through the year.  Their next race is the Bob Brown on 28th March (Easter Thursday) with an overnight in Coasters Retreat.

All present agreed that this year’s Don Deller was a fabulous event with camaraderie, new friends, great food and anticipation of the race in 2025.

Race 2 - Autumn Series: BPYC-SASC SHEEP STATION Race 4, 3rd Feb, 2024

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BPYC members are invited to join in the club’s Race 2 of the AUTUMN SERIES.
This is Race 4 of BPYC-SASC Sheep Station Trophy. It is run with SASC’s Mixed Fleet, on Saturday 3rd February 2024 and is the final in race of the Sheep Station Series.

The race is a fleet start as per the SASC race schedule for the Mixed Fleet.
… see the Sheep Station Series SAILING INSTRUCTIONS here

SHEEP STATION SERIES
BPYC-SASC Sheep Station Trophy is a popular inter-club mini-series kicked off with Sheep Station Trophy Race 1 on Saturday 29 November 2022. The results of the Sheep Station Trophy races also count towards the BPYC Spring Series season point score.

Sheep Station Trophy Series Results

With the fourth race of the Sheep Station Trophy held on 3rd Feb, the results were tightened between SASC and BPYC.

Racing in her debut regatta, the Triton 24 “LOVEBITE” the smallest and slowest, competitor from BPYC, was awarded a 3rd on handicap in Race 3 and 1st place in Race 4. A very good series result considering she had a 7th in Race 1 and in a 5th in Race 2 after taking her own time as the finish boat had packed up (a little early perhaps). It is great to see a new competitor improve with each race.

Click HERE to view the results

Race 1 - Autumn Series: BPYC-SASC SHEEP STATION Race 3, 20th Jan 2024

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Race 1 on the BPYC AUTUMN series calendar is Race 3 of the Sheep Station Series with SASC. Please refer to the SASC Sailing Program for race details, courses and start times.

RACE RESULTS:

Blues Point was well represented in the 3rd race of the Sheep Station Trophy series.
On corrected time, Blue Sky was awarded 2nd place and Lovebite awarded 3rd place.

Click here to see Race 3 results and the Series Pointscore

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BPYC members are invited to join in the club’s Race 1 of the AUTUMN SERIES. This is Race 3 of BPYC-SASC Sheep Station Trophy. It is run with SASC’s Mixed Fleet, on Saturday 20th January 2024. This is the final in race of the Sheep Station Series.

The race is a fleet start as per the SASC race schedule for the Mixed Fleet.
… see the Sheep Station Series SAILING INSTRUCTIONS here

SHEEP STATION SERIES
BPYC-SASC Sheep Station Trophy is a popular inter-club mini-series kicked off with Sheep Station Trophy Race 1 on Saturday 29 November 2022. The results of the Sheep Station Trophy races also count towards the BPYC Spring Series season point score.

Sue Heyder Race and Christmas Lunch, End of Year Celebration 3rd December, 2023 - REPORT

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Dear members, friends and supporters of Blues Point Yacht Club,

Our Christmas Sue Heyder Christmas Trophy race was won by Conquista (Alan Bull) Congratulations to Conquista, declared the winner and the Trophy will be formally presented at the 2024 AGM

The day started at 10:30 with the Sue Heyder Christmas Race, west of the Harbour Bridge. Participants crossed the line and cleaned up their boats and headed to the clubhouse, aka Blues Point Hotel, for the traditional BPYC Christmas lunch which is a heavily subsidised event for financial members and therefore, yet another reason to join up!

Here are some of this year’s photos and some of last year's photos taken at this outstanding celebration.

If you have any questions, you can contact me directly on 0478617191.

Best regards,
Bill Steenson
Commodore
Ph: 0478 617191

Blues Point Yacht Club
www.bpyc.com.au
PO Box 7040, McMahons Point NSW 2060