Sabot Information Pack

Greenwich Flying Squadron Inc.

2007 -2008

Bay Street, Greenwich Postal Address PO Box 5092, GREENWICH, NSW 2065 www.gfs.org.au Phone and FAX – 9436 1901

Contents

1. Introduction ...... 3

2. Sailing Sabots at Greenwich Flying Squadron ...... 3

a. Season Program ...... 3

b. Learning To sail ...... 4

c. Racing ...... 5

d. Membership ...... 5

e. Boat Storage ...... 5

f. Social ...... 5

g. Parental Involvement ...... 5

h. Risk Management ...... 6

3. Boats For Sale ...... 6

4. Contacts ...... 6

Appendix A – Sabots Season Program 2007/2008...... 7

Appendix B – Membership Application Form ...... 9

Appendix C – GFS Boats Currently for Sale ...... 10

Appendix D – Risk Warning ...... 11

1. Introduction

Sailing is great sport for kids and families. It teaches a range of useful skills, such as teamwork and self confidence as well as practical skills such as boat handling and maintenance, sail trimming, seamanship and knots. There are many ways to participate in the sport ranging from the part time Wednesday sailor through to the professional yachtsman. The sport provides scope for all ages and once skills have been learned can see the sailor engaged in the sport for life.

Sailing can be a cheap sport for beginners requiring only basic equipment for the beginner crew. Entry level boats can be found for as little as a few hundred dollars.

Greenwich Flying Squadron (GFS) is committed to the promotion of youth sailing through the Sabot and Laser Class Dinghies. The Sabot is an 8ft single sail boat designed specifically for youngsters to learn to sail. Whilst the Laser is a larger and more challenging boat designed for late teens and adults. Details of the Sabot class, its association and participating clubs can be found on the internet at:

http://www.sabot.au.com/ and at the Southern NSW Sabot association

http://www.sabot.com.au/

2. Sailing Sabots at Greenwich Flying Squadron

a. Season Program GFS organises Sabot races on Sundays between September 16 and April 1 (except for school holidays). Races start at 1.00pm and are held on the Lane Cove river in the area between the club at Bay St Greenwich, Onions Pt, Hunters Hill and Woodford Bay, Lane Cove. See Figure 1 below. The Season Program is attached in Appendix A.

Fig 1. Course Area

b. Learning To sail Sabots are sailed by a skipper and crew up to the age of eleven years. After which Sabots are generally sailed single handed. Since the emphasis is on learning to sail GFS is happy for parents or older siblings to sail with younger crews as they learn. Boats skippered by adults will be included in a separate point score.

Kids can get an opportunity to try the sport through a variety of means. Initially they may like to go for sail with an older child who has already achieved some sailing competency who can give them a taste of what the sport is like. They may like to start as a crew member for another child on a more frequent basis or they can commence as a novice sailor in their own boat with a similarly aged child. Whilst GFS organises and runs Sabot races, the club is not a sailing school or a childcare service, though we do provide some instruction and pointers and also provide on water support for the sailors. Parents are required to supervise their children throughout the course of the sailing day and take responsibility (along with the sailors) for the rigging and unrigging of their sabot. GFS provides two rescue boats for the supervision of the Sabots whilst racing. The primary responsibility of these boats is for safety and rescue as required. These boats will be manned on a roster by parents of children sailing in the fleet.

c. Racing GFS Racing is designed to introduce kids to the sport in an environment where the emphasis is on fun and skills development. Novelty races are held on a number of weeks during the program to help develop boat handling skills.

The season is broken in to two halves a Spring point score and Autumn points score of 10 and 11 heats respectively. At the completion of the season prizes will be awarded for the winners and place getters for each point score as well as the overall season. Additional trophy races are held in the second part of the season for which prizes will be awarded to winners.

d. Membership GFS caters to either individual crew member ($35) or Single Sabot /family membership ($125). Membership provides you with the opportunity to enter races and use club facilities as set out within the house rules sections of the GFS Website (www.gfs.org.au). A membership form is included in Appendix B to this document.

e. Boat Storage GFS has storage capacity for 24 Sabots. Depending on availability, it may be possible for members to store boats at the club for an annual fee of $80/season/boat. Boat space is determined by the clubhouse manager. Owners of non racing sabots will be asked to remove the boat from the club if another active racing boat requires space.

f. Social During the season GFS Sabots hold BBQ’s once a month after racing. This is a chance to enjoy the club’s deck and facilities on warm summer afternoons and evenings and for the kids to socialise with each other.

g. Parental Involvement As with any sports organization, GFS is run by volunteer members and committee members. Should you wish to become involved with Sabots at GFS we assume you would be available to help with organisation and input on race days. This would involve small amounts of time helping to start and finish races, stow boats, buoys or other equipment as well as looking after your children and crew members. There will be a roster for some activities; we would appreciate any volunteers for the rosters or other duties. h. Risk Management As with most sports there are some risks involved with Sailing. In line with Maritime NSW and Yachting Australia regulations, GFS is required to provide and maintain a risk management plan. The risk management plan can be downloaded from the club website.

As part of the plan GFS is required to provide all club members with a Risk Warning which is included in Appendix D .

In addition to this GFS sailing management must be advised if your child has of any relevant allergies or medical conditions.

3. Boats For Sale

There are a number of sources for boats to purchase. The Sabot association web site has links to boats for sale. Alternatively clubs may have boats for sale on notice boards or club websites. Another option is the Trading Post or other general newspaper classified ads. Boats vary in price depending on age and can be purchased to suit the skill level of the sailor. A learner could be quite satisfied with a cheaper plywood boat. As a sailor becomes more skilled then there a range of newer fiberglass boats which will allow them to achieve their competitive potential.

A list of boats for sale at GFS and contact details has been provided in Appendix C. An additional list of boats for sale is included on the Southern NSW Sabot Association website; http://www.sabot.com.au/Boats4Sale.htm

4. Contacts

Sabots Rich Imlay Email: [email protected]

Club House Manager Al McIver Email: [email protected]

GFS Commodore Martin Sheppard Email: [email protected]

Appendix A – Sabots Season Program 2007/2008

Year Month Date Sabot 2007 August Working Bee September Long weekend No race 16 Spring Series Ht 1 + BR BBQ 23 Spring Series Ht 2 + BSR 30 School Holidays – No race October 7 School Holidays – No race 14 School Holidays – No race 21 Spring Series Ht 3 BBQ 28 Spring Series Ht 4 + BR November 4 Spring Series Ht 5 11 Spring Series Ht 6 + BSR 18 Spring Series Ht 7 BBQ 25 Spring Series Ht 8 + BR December 2 Spring Series Ht 9 9 Summer Series Ht 1 16 Summer Series Ht 2 BBQ 23 School Holidays – No race 30 School Holidays – No race 2008 January 6 School Holidays – No race 13 School Holidays – No race 20 School Holidays – No race 27 School Holidays – No race February 3 Summer Series Ht 3 10 Summer Series Ht 4 ‐Commodore’s Trophy 17 Summer Series Ht 5 +BR 24 Summer Series Ht 6 ‐ Tin Can and Mug BBQ Trophy March 2 Summer Series Ht 7 +BR 9 Summer Series Ht 8 – Class Captain’s Trophy 16 Summer Series Ht 9 +BSR 23 Easter – No race 30 Summer Series Ht 10 April 6 End of Season Novelty Races – BBQ Presentation Appendix B – Membership Application Form GREENWICH FLYING SQUADRON INC ADDRESS: PO Box 5092 Greenwich NSW 2065 | PHONE / FAX 9436 1901 | WEBSITE: www.gfs.org.au

MEMBERSHIP APPLICATION June 2007-June 2008 (BOAT OWNER / CO-OWNER) If you have problems with this form in any way please contact: Roger Gee 0414 297 451 OR Harvey Porter on 0419 221 259 YA fee(s) are required to be paid for sailing members ($52.00 for Senior and $21.00 Youth u18) *If paid through another club please provide YA number and print other Club’s name in lieu of YA fee* Middle (DOB) YA fee $ Member Salutation Surname First Name YA No Initial If u18ys (or Club)

Partner / Spouse Family Members “

APPLICATION FEE Includes a copy of 75th Anniversary Club History $40 Full / Family Membership (Yacht Owner – includes Cruise Fee) $200.00 Full Membership Special $125.00 ANNUAL MEMBERSHIP (Yacht Co-owner where the lead owner has paid the fee above) (select one) Full Membership Sabot/Laser Owner $125.00 (Race fee/s must be paid in addition to this fee) Crew Membership (Associate – non boat owner) $35.00 Quantity All Yacht events (per boat) $120.00 Saturday Yachts events (per boat) $65.00 RACE FEES Twilight Yachts events (per boat) + Saturday Series A or B $80.00 (select one or more) Sabot events (per boat) $65.00 Laser events (per boat) $65.00 Dinghy – tender for Yacht actively racing with GFS (SUBJECT TO AVAILABILITY!) STORAGE FEES Sabot events (per boat) $55.00 Laser events (per boat) $105.00 Club Key $20 OTHER Club Burgee $30

Please add ALL Sections together (ie. YA fees, Membership & Race fees, Other) TOTAL PAID

Address Phone (hm) Phone (mb) Suburb/Town: Postcode Email

YACHT DETAILS Sail No Yacht Name Class & Length

F Please attach a copy of your current boat insurance, including $10,000,000 public liability cover

CENTREBOARD DETAILS (NOTE: Separate Indemnity Form [at Club] required for each U18 prior to First Race) Sail No Sabot / Laser Name Skippers name Crews name (if appropriate)

Nominated by (print) signed Seconded by (print) signed

The Membership applications are discussed and voted on by the committee who meet at the club on the second Tuesday of each month at 7:30 pm. It is not necessary that the new applicants be present but you are more than welcome to attend. New membership is one of the early agenda items.

Please complete page 2….

IMPORTANT INFORMATION & SPECIAL CONDITIONS 1. Remember the ISAF Fundamental Rule 4: “The responsibility for a boat’s decision to race or to continue racing is hers alone” 2. For a yacht to be eligible to race: Her owner must: a. Be a Family/Full Member, financial for the current season and have paid the appropriate racing/activity fee for your series b. Provide, to the club, proof of sufficient Third Party Liability cover on the boat. This cover to be for a minimum of $10 million c. Have had the yacht successfully audited to comply with GFS & Yachting NSW Special Regulations Equipment Compliance Category 7, (available from the GFS website www.gfs.org.au. Click on …. Cat 7 Compliance Safety Form). Class boats must comply with their class requirements

3. Be Good Neighbours ) Parking: GFS asks that you are courteous and exercise consideration for the neighbours when you use the very limited parking available in Bay Street Members or their guests are not allowed to park in the area beside or behind the clubhouse. This area is needed as a turning circle by: a. Emergency Services (the life they save may be yours) and, b. Local Bay Street residents—it is their street after all!! ) Noise: When leaving the premises, please have consideration for others and keep any noise to a minimum ) Duty Rosters: GFS is a voluntary, self-help sailing club. If you pay for All Yacht Events, your boat can be rostered for Saturday Start Duty and/or Twilight Canteen Duty. Both duties require the Skipper and at least two Crew be present for that duty

4. Your Contact & Family Details: Details required for the issue of AYF cards may be shared with the AYF / YA NSW. Your Contact Details may be shared with other members of GFS and may be used by officials of GFS to contact you with regard to imparting Club information, Duty Rosters, etc. These details will not be passed by GFS to any other organisation or person other than those named above

APPLICANT’S DECLARATION: • I have read the Important Information and Special Conditions overleaf and have taken special note of • ISAF Fundamental Rule 4 and am aware of its implications • I recognise that any boat or equipment stored or left in the Club premises is stored or left solely at my own risk • I agree to abide by the rules of the club and indemnify GFS against responsibility for myself and family and any crew or guests

Applicant / Club Member’s signature ______Date: /

GFS MEMBERSHIP FEES - All boat owning members over 18 years of age - Youth members (under 18 yrs) cannot join on their own (i.e. A parent or legal guardian should join and include the youth/s Full Membership name/s and YA membership under their membership) (Boat Owner) - Spouses / partners , all children under 18 years of age and dependent students are associates and can be included in a Full Membership i.e. no extra membership fee is payable. Although YA membership fees should be included for the sailing members of the family Crew member (Non boat owner) - Regular crew or non-sailing members

YA fees are required to be paid for ALL sailing members ($52 for Senior & $21 for Youth under 18yrs) YA / AYF Membership - - If you pay through another club please provide YA number and the other club’s name in lieu of YA fee

Please summarise your sailing experience: (e.g. Courses undertaken, years of experience as crew/helmsman, etc.)

Office Checklist: Date: By whom / comments Payment banked: Membership Kit sent: Membership records updated:

Bv GREENWICH FLYING SQUADRON INC ADDRESS: PO Box 5092 Greenwich NSW 2065 | PHONE / FAX 9436 1901 | WEBSITE: www.gfs.org.au

MEMBERSHIP APPLICATION June 2007 / June 2008 (CREW MEMBER – non boat owner) If you have problems with this form in any way please contact: Roger Gee 0414 297 451 OR Harvey Porter on 0419 221 259 YA fee $ Middle (DOB) Member Salutation Surname First Name YA No (or Initial If u18ys Club)

Partner / Spouse Family Members Total YA fee YA fee(s) are required to be paid for ALL sailing members ($52.00 for Senior and $21.00 Youth u18) *If paid through another club please provide YA number and print other Club’s name in lieu of YA fee*

Application fee Includes a copy of 75th Anniversary Club History $40 Annual membership Crew Membership (Non boat owner) $35 Total ALL Sections (ie. Application fee, YA fees, Membership) TOTAL PAID

Address Phone (hm) Phone (mb) Suburb/Town: Postcode Email

YACHT DETAILS Sail No Yacht Name Class & Length

Applicant’s signature Dated: / /

Nominated by (print) signed Seconded by (print) signed

Please complete page 2…. IMPORTANT INFORMATION & SPECIAL CONDITIONS 1. Remember the ISAF Fundamental Rule 4: “The responsibility for a boat’s decision to race or to continue racing is hers alone” 2. For a yacht to be eligible to race: Her owner must: a. Be a Family/Full Member, financial for the current season and have paid the appropriate racing/activity fee for your series b. Provide, to the club, proof of sufficient Third Party Liability cover on the boat. This cover to be for a minimum of $10 million c. Have had the yacht successfully audited to comply with GFS & Yachting NSW Special Regulations Equipment Compliance Category 7, (available from the GFS website www.gfs.org.au. Click on …. Cat 7 Compliance Safety Form). Class boats must comply with their class requirements

Applicant / Club Member’s signature ______Date: /

GFS MEMBERSHIP FEES - All boat owning members over 18 years of age Full Membership (Boat Owner) - Spouses / partners , all children under 18 years of age and dependent students are associates and can be included in a Full Membership i.e. no extra membership fee is payable. Although YA membership fees MUST be included for the sailing members of the family

Regular crew or non-sailing members Crew Membership - (Non boat owner) - Youth members (under 18 yrs) are Associate Members but cannot join on their own (i.e. A parent or legal guardian should join and include the youth/s name/s and YA membership under their membership)

Please summarise your sailing experience: (e.g. Courses undertaken, years of experience as crew/helmsman, etc.)

Office Checklist: Date: By whom / comments Payment banked: Membership Kit sent: Membership records updated:

Appendix C – GFS Boats Currently for Sale

As at 14/11/07

Boat Name Hull Type Price Owner Contact Details - email Phone Chris Toucan Timber $600 Westworth [email protected] Spectrum Timber $700 Bruce Dennis [email protected] Powder Puff Timber $900 Bruce Dennis [email protected] No Great Mischief Fibreglass $1,200 Paul Thackray [email protected]

Appendix D – Risk Warning

Risk Warning.

This RISK WARNING is issued jointly by the Greenwich Flying Squadron and the NSW Maritime Authority, pursuant to the Civil Liability Act 2002 to all persons wishing to participate in the sailing activities conducted by Greenwich Flying Squadron. Participants are warned that, regardless of the precautions, which might be taken by reasonable and experienced persons, sailing can be a dangerous pursuit and participants are exposed to significant risk of property damage, physical harm and possibly death. As an indication, these risks may include, but are not limited to: • The extremes of weather and sea conditions. • The potential that control of vessels may be lost, resulting in collision with objects and other vessels. • The sudden movement of the vessel at any time and the possibility that participants may fall or be thrown overboard, resulting in drowning. • The possibility that participants may be injured by equipment on the vessel. • The absence of immediate medical care and the likelihood that significant delays may occur before medical care is available. • Exposure to the elements for extended periods. Greenwich Flying Squadron and the NSW Maritime Authority also warn participants that regardless of their best intentions, they may be unable to render assistance to participants who are in distress. Participants are warned to consider the above risks and all other risks before deciding to participate in any sailing event with Greenwich Flying Squadron. Participants are also advised that although Greenwich Flying Squadron is covered by third party liability insurance, this cover DOES NOT extend to participants. Any participant who considers they have a need for insurance must make their own private arrangements with an insurer. A personal accident insurance policy is available with subscription to membership of Yachting NSW