WELCOME TO BYC
For over 130 years, Britannia Yacht club has provided a quick and easy escape from urban Ottawa into lakeside cottage country that is just fifteen minutes from downtown.
Located on the most scenic site in Ottawa at the eastern end of Lac Deschênes, Britannia Yacht Club is the gateway to 45 km of continuous sailing along the Ottawa River. The combination of BYC's recreational facilities and clubhouse services provides all the amenities of lake-side cottage living without having to leave the city. Members of all ages can enjoy sailing, tennis, swimming, childrens' programs and other outdoor activities as well as great opportunities and events for socializing.
We have a long history of producing outstanding sailors. Our nationally acclaimed junior sailing program (Learn to Sail) is certified by the Sail Canada (the Canadian Yachting Association) and is structured to nurture skills, self-discipline and personal achievement in a fun environment.
BYC has Reciprocal Privileges with other clubs across Canada and the United States so members can enjoy other facilities when they travel.
There are a number of different membership categories and mooring rates with flexible payment plans are available. We welcome all new members to our club!
Call the office 613-828-5167 or email [email protected] for more information.
If you are a new member, please see the Membership Guide;
Click Here: https://byc.ca/join
See past issues of the club newsletter ~ ‘Full & By’;
Click Here: https://byc.ca/members-area/full-by
Take a virtual tour of the club house and grounds;
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Once again, Welcome to your Cottage in the City!!
Britannia Yacht Club, 2777 Cassels Street, Ottawa, ON K2B 6N6 | 613-828-5167 | [email protected] For a great social life we’re the place to be! There’s something for everyone at BYC! Call the office to get on the email list to Fun Events ensure you don’t miss out! In addition, check the; ‘Full&By’ Fitness Newsletter, Website, Facebook, bulletin boards, posters, Tennis and Sailing News Flyers. We are also very lucky to have such great, efficient staff who are eager to please and welcome you to your ‘Cottage in the City’ . Don’t forget ‘No Boat, No Problem!’ The larger monthly events are well attended, so you may want to consider reserving tables early, through the office, to ensure that you get a good spot. October to April The Lower Lounge offers members and friends a cozy Happy atmosphere to enjoy their favourite beverages and a nice meal from our varied menu with Chef’s tasty weekly specials, Holidays throughout the year (note Winter hours). Sunday Breakfast Club, Tuesday Night Movies and Wednesday Pub Nights run November to April. Sundays, after Breakfast Club, ski or hike around Mud Lake then return to the club for a hot chocolate and board games in the clubhouse or in the summer a nice swim out front and a quiet picnic at one of the tables that have been set up around the grounds for your convenience. There is a playground plus additional room for the kids to play near the Junior Club (see [email protected] for more fun ideas, events and activities). ‘LaissezLaissez les bon Other Fall/Winter events include; TGIF, Wednesday Happy Hour, Halloween, Grey Cup, Wine & Dine, Remembrance Day, ‘tempstemps rouler!’ Tennis/Sailing Awards Dinners, Christmas Dinner and Cheer, Wassail, New Year’s Eve Gala, Sunday Dinners, Robbie Burns Buffet, Super Bowl, Valentine’s/Mardi Gras, St. Paddy’s party, Family Easter Buffet and the season opener Karaoke Night to welcome back the snowbirds. Food & May to September Beverage When members are not racing, sailing, playing tennis and pickleball or working on their boats, you will find some relaxing with a beverage and a meal under the marquee overlooking one of the best views in Ottawa. Why not come down and meet some friends and cheer on some of your favourite racers at the same time? It’s a wonderful atmosphere giving you a feeling that you’ve just gone on a mini-vacation. Friday Night Entertainment runs mid-May to the end of September. Weather permitting, the entertainers will play outside next to the Marquee so members can enjoy the beautiful sunsets and dance under the stars. A list of bands by week is posted on the Main Lounge bulletin board and on the website, so you can make plans to see your favourites. Other Spring/Summer events include; the Tennis French Open Get Together, Commodore’s BBQ, Tucker-Rodger Regatta Fun Sailing & Tennis Event, Sail Past and Member Reception, Canada Day, Cruise Week, Wimbledon Strawberries and Cream, Caribbean Night , Baskin’s BBQ Weekends, Golf Tournament and Breakfast Club Oktoberfest. Fitness enthusiasts also enjoy access to white water rafting , Bon Appetit ! playing tennis or sign up for the free group lessons (see [email protected] ). If you love sailing , on top of cruising , there are opportunities to take lessons or participate in the regular keelboat, laser and sailboard racing series (see [email protected] ). If you have any questions drop us an email and we’ll be glad to help you any way we can (see [email protected] ). BRITANNIA YACHT CLUB LEARN TOTOTO SAIL PROGRAM 2018 NEWS FOR SAILORS ––– SOCIAL AND COMPETITIVE
DON’T FORGET: BYC PROGRAMS LESSONS
BREAKFAST CLUB …………. Nov to April Our nationally recognized, award-winning If you have never sailed before, or if you SPRING SAILORS’ MTG…….. April 8 program, offers sailing instruction for children want to improve your sailing skills, these WOMEN IN WIND WKSHP….. April 28 and teens aged 8 to 18. BYC membership is courses will develop your confidence and BYCF GREEK DINNER…….... May 4 not a prerequisite for participating. ability. Classes are kept small and stress the RACING STARTS…………..… Mid May practical approach to training with as much CLUB WORK PARTY………... .May 13 Our goal is to give the participants a love, on-the-water practice as possible. LASER MASTERS IC ……….. June 8-10 appreciation and respect for sailing and the COMMODORE’S BBQ……..... June 8 water. We concentrate on keeping learning Participants must be able to (a) swim 50 TUCKER-RODGER………..… June 9 fun, in a safe environment. Youth that attend metres wearing a life jacket (b) tread water, CRUISING OVERVIEW MTG . June 1 the Junior Sailing Program learn to work as and (c) provide their own MOT approved SAILPAST……….…………..... June 10 part of a team, gain valuable leadership skills personal flotation device (lifejacket) of the GET OUT ON THE WATER.... June 23 and increased self-confidence. proper size. CANADA DAY………………... July 1
SUMMER SAILORS’ MTG….. July / TBA The Can Sail Learn to Sail program has Our instructors are certified by the NAT’L CAPITAL REGATTA…. July 13-15 graduated many successful racers and life- Canadian Yachting Association (Sail CRUISE WEEK…………..…... July 15-20 long sailors. In recent years BYC members Canada) and provide instruction in; BASKIN’S WEEKEND……….. August 4-6 have represented the Club and Canada at
YOUTH AWARDS DINNER…. AUG / TBA the 2009 Summer Games as well as the Bob ♦ CAN Sail 1: Introduces the student to BASKIN’S WEEKEND……….. Sept 1-3 Yuile Memorial National Capital Regatta c. sailing and covers safety, seamanship, FALL SAILORS’ MTG……….. Sept / TBA 1957, Shark Worlds 2003 - 2015, World rigging and basic boat handling under RACING ENDS………….....… SEPTMBER University Championship Match Races 2012, instructor direction. In wind speeds of 4-9 WORK PARTY……………...... Sept / TBA Opti North American Championships 2016 knots (8-15 km/hr). AWARDS DINNER…………... .November 10 and the National Women’s Keelboat
AGM (BYC & BYCF)…………. December 12 Championships, Viper Internationals 2016, ♦ CAN Sail 2: Teaches nautical terminology CHRISTMAS EVENTS (3)…... December Canadian Viper Champions 2016, Laser Canadian Championship 2017, Youth and additional seamanship and boat handling Nationals and Youth Master Worlds 2017, skills under instructor direction. This level SAILING AT BYC North American Masters and Laser Master completes the training to give the student the minimum knowledge and skills a sailor Worlds 2017, to name a few. requires to sail safely and competently Britannia Yacht Club offers a variety of BYC is also the recipient of the 2016 Sail without supervision in wind speeds of 4-9 programs that caters to the full range of Canada Recreation Award for the promotion knots. sailing interests, abilities and age groups. of sailing in Canada. Most boat owners prefer pleasure sailing Sail Parents are welcome to experience the ♦ CAN 3: Introduces the sailor to sail trim and cruising along the 45 km of Ottawa River and basic boat tuning. It also covers safety, directly accessible from the Club. For those club during their child’s session. BYC management and staff are available and seamanship, terminology, sail theory, sail who like the challenges and camaraderie of shape and advanced boat handling skills. racing keel boats, dinghies or sailboards, the more than happy to show parents what the club has to offer such as; a beautiful venue, Club holds week-night and weekend racing ♦ CAN Sail 4: Advances Silver Sail students throughout the sailing season. racing, tennis and many other activities as part of a family membership. practice racing skills on Lasers and If you are looking to learn to sail, the Club 29ers, the sailor’s knowledge of sail theory offers not only its nationally acclaimed Junior and boat handling skills using a spinnaker Club Can Sail Learn to Sail program for SUMMER CAMPS and trapeze in winds of 9-14 knots. children and teenagers, but also in partnership with www.AdvantageBoating.com Tennis and sailing day camps run ♦ CAN Sail 5 and 6: Focuses on skill learn to sail programs on both keel boats and Monday to Friday from 9am-5pm development, teamwork, and friendly dinghies for adults. during the summer. For more information on competition, introduces the sailor to racing. It
If you want to sail but do not own a boat, the camps, please contact the BYC office. covers racing rules, racing signals, sail theory, race management, protests, basic there are opportunities through our Crew If you’re looking for Tall Ship Camps for tactics and advanced boat handling skills in Bank ( complete the form in your membership Youth, Adventure for Teens, Adult Voyages wind speeds of up to 18 knots. kit ) or Advantage Boating's Sail Share and One Day Adventures see program. www.TallShipsAdventure.org.
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♦ Laser Race Team: Focuses on achieving FUN & SOCIAL EVENTS SAIL CANADA / ONTARIO SAILING excellence, setting and reaching personal goals, fitness, and high performance training. Participants have the option to work towards Stay in the Know! their CAN Sail levels. Sail Canada - What is CAN Sail? As a member of BYC, you have access to CAN Sail is a leading sail training initiative to Sail ♦ Opti Race Team (CAN 3-4): The main a wide variety of events and activities. Make foster performance in goals are introducing young sailors to the sure you sign up through the office for the sailing and life-long world of racing, and promoting passion for general email blasts as well as the separate participation in the sport. the sport. Kids learn advanced racing YOUTH ONLY emails through [email protected] . techniques in a fun environment and learn to The programming is race from a club to the provincial level in Helpful resources, other than our great designed to get - and keep increments. Training takes place on the management and staff are; the Full&By (Club - sailors excited about Optimist, but kids transfer their skills on other Newsletter), Website, Facebook, Posters, sailing for life! The six platforms, including keelboats during course Tennis and Social News Flyers. CAN Sail levels of the program. promote progressive Here are just some of the fun events and training of core dinghy To register for lessons see the ‘ Learn to activities open to all Members; sailing skills.(see www.sailing.ca ) Sail’ section on the website BYC.ca or call Breakfast Club $: the office for assistance. Ontario Sailing is a not-for-profit, volunteer Most Sunday mornings throughout the organization committed to the promotion and See also sponsorship information at; Fall/Winter (November to April). Volunteers development of all prepare and serve breakfast to the members. Colin Blandy Fund Information and aspects of boating and sailing. Ontario Sailing Application Requirements Commodore’s Weekend : consists of over 200 In the middle of June, families can enjoy OTHER BYC JUNIOR CLUB FAQ’s: member clubs, sailing BBQs, a fun Regatta and Sailpast. schools, camps, charters & affiliates who See our handbook and bullying policy. Tucker-Rodger Regatta: On June 9th enjoy represent over 10,000 a day of FUN competition between tennis member families and services over 100,000 players and laser sailors. Come and check ORGANIZED RACING boaters (see www.ontariosailing.ca ). out the craziness starting at 10:00am. Youth
Tennis Tournament at 1:00pm. BBQ will
For members of BYC, we offer racing follow with hot dogs, hamburgers and salad programs for; keelboats, dinghies and $. Costumes are optional but enjoyed by all! CONNECT ON FACEBOOK sailboards. Several options are available in what is the most popular activity at the club. Britannia Yacht Club Cruise Week: www.facebook.com/BYCOttawa Some races are run in conjunction with other Members with boats enjoy a week up- clubs on the lake. river. Daily raft-up happy hour (second or BYC Junior Club third week of July). Come for as much or as www.facebook.com/BYCjrclub
Monday evenings: little of the week as you want. Keep an eye Ladies' keelboat racing. Ottawa River Racing out for overview meeting in mid-June (see www.facebook.com/ottawariverracing [email protected] ). Tuesday evenings: Ottawa Ladies Sailing Keelboat racing under the PHRF Baskin’s Weekends: www.facebook.com/groups/1757196567886927 handicap system. Enjoy long weekends (August and Ottawa Laser Sailors/Masters September) of good family fun at the annual www.facebook.com/groups/1605189589725003 Wednesday evenings: BYC Baskin’s BBQs. Great games, food, Dinghies and sailboards. beach, campfire songs and much more! Ottawa Sailing Community www.facebook.com/groups/397318500364338
Thursday evenings: Friday Night Dinner & Sitter:
Small keelboat one-design racing (Tanzer Come make new friends, enjoy; a great 22s, Mirage 24s, Sharks, C&C 27s) and JAM meal, entertainment, watch the beautiful WEBSITES racing. sunset and dance the rest of the night away under the stars. Friday Nights start at Britannia Yacht Club Weekends: www.BYC.ca 5:30pm from Mid-May to the end of Throughout the season BYC hosts September. KIDS program available so Advantage Boating several long-distance races, including two 50 parents can relax. www.AdvantageBoating.com mile races and one 100 mile race. General Activities: Tall Ship Adventures Regattas: Sundays, after Breakfast Club, ski or hike www.TallShipsAdventure.org .
BYC enjoys an international reputation for around Mud Lake then return to the club for running high-quality regattas. Our members hot chocolate, board games in the clubhouse include qualified regatta organizers, race or in the summer a nice swim out front and a Youth Information at: [email protected] committee experts, judges and social quiet picnic at one of the tables that have Racing/Cruising at: [email protected] conveners. Each year we host the Bob Yuile been set up around the grounds for your Women’s Racing: [email protected] Memorial National Capital Regatta (c. convenience. There is a playground plus https://byc.ca/sail/webcam-and-weather 1957). We also represent at many out of additional room for the kids to play near the town events. Junior Club (see [email protected] for more fun For more detailed information, please ideas, events and activities as well as refer to your ‘BYC New Member’s Guide’ See Sailing Instructions for a List of Facebook for Junior Club . available through the office or on the Races, Regattas, Events and Seminars. website.
For more information call the office 613-828-5167 or email [email protected] JUNIOR CLUB EVENTS AND ACTIVITIES 2018 NEWS FOR BYC YOUTH – SOCIAL AND COMPETITIVE
DON’T FORGET: LESSONS & EQUIPMENT ORGANIZED RACING BREAKFAST CLUB ………….. Nov to April LASER RACER INFO NIGHT.. Jan / Feb For members of BYC, we offer racing SIGN UP FOR LESSONS…… Feb / Mar LEARN TO SAIL programs for; keelboats, dinghies and SPRING SAILORS’ MTG……. April 8 Our nationally recognized, award- sailboards. Several options are available JUNIOR TENNIS STARTS...... April 27 COLIN BLANDY DEADLINE... April 30 winning program, offers sailing instruction in what is the most popular activity at FRIDAY NIGHTS …….………. May - Sept for children and teens aged 8 to 18. BYC the club. Some races are run in RACING STARTS……….….… Mid May membership is not a prerequisite for conjunction with other clubs on the lake. CLUB WORK PARTY…….….. May 13 participating. Dinghies race on Wednesday evenings. TUCKER-RODGER………..… June 9 SAILPAST………….………..... June 10 The Can Sail Learn to Sail program See sponsorship information; GET OUT ON THE WATER... June 23 has graduated many successful racers Colin Blandy Fund Information and CANADA DAY…………….….. July 1 and life-long sailors. For more info Application Requirements SUMMER SAILORS’ MTG….. July / TBD [email protected] . NAT’L CAPITAL REGATTA.... July 13-15
SUMMER PARTY (CARIBBEAN)… July / TBD FUN & SOCIAL EVENTS To register for lessons see; the BASKIN’S WEEKENDS……… Aug 4 / Sept 1 FALL SAILORS’ MTG………... September ‘Learn to Sail’ program flyer, section on YOUTH AWARDS DINNER… Sept / TBD the BYC.ca website or call the office for Breakfast Club: RACING ENDS…………..…... Sept / TBD assistance. Most Sunday mornings throughout WORK PARTY……………...... Sept / TBD the Fall/Winter (November to April). HALLOWEEN PARTY.……… October AWARDS DINNER………….... November 10 JUNIOR TENNIS Volunteers prepare and serve breakfast
LEARN TO SAIL INFO DAY ... Dec / TBD to the members $. Friday nights 5:30pm to 7:00pm. JR CLUB PARTY…………….. Dec / TBD Youth members enjoy eight weekly WASSAIL……………………… December 16 th Wednesday Night BBQs: lessons, starting April 27 , with At the Junior Club followed by weekly Youth Information at: [email protected] opportunity to participate in a Youth dinghy races.
OTHER BYC JUNIOR CLUB FAQ’s: Tournament on Tucker-Rodger Day, 1:00pm Saturday, June 9th (for more info See our handbook and bullying policy. Friday Night Dinner and Sitter: [email protected] ). Parents, enjoy dinner and live entertainment 5:30pm-9:00pm under the BYC PROGRAMS Tennis Equipment: Marquee while the kids (5-12yrs) at the There is a ball machine and balls in Junior Club take part in great activities Check out BYC’s Social, Sailing, the shed for members and their guests’ such as; Tennis, Volleyball, Cricket, Youth and Tennis Programs. There’s use only. There are also mini nets (in the Board Games, Hide and Seek, Sailing something for everyone at Britannia red bags) and various sizes of kids’ and more! Supervised by our learn to Yacht Club! racquets and low compression balls sail staff.
(racquets and balls in black duffle bag).
SUMMER CAMPS Tucker-Rodger Regatta: On June 9th enjoy a day of FUN
Tennis and sailing day camps run competition between tennis players and Monday to Friday from 9am-5pm laser sailors. Come and check out the during the summer. For more craziness starting at 10:00am. Youth information on the camps, please Tennis Tournament at 1:00pm. BBQ will contact the BYC office. follow with hot dogs, hamburgers and salad $. Costumes are optional but If you’re looking for Tall Ship Camps enjoyed by all! for Youth, Adventure for Teens, Adult
Voyages and One Day Adventures see www.TallShipsAdventure.org.
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Baskin’s Weekends: Enjoy long weekends (August and September) of good family fun at the annual BYC Baskin’s BBQs. Great games, food, beach, campfire songs and much more!
GENERAL ACTIVITIES
Sundays, after Breakfast Club, ski or hike around Mud Lake then return to the club for hot chocolate, board games in the clubhouse.
In the summer enjoy a nice swim out front and a quiet picnic at one of the tables that have been set up around the grounds for your convenience.
There is a playground plus additional room for the kids to play near the Junior Club (see [email protected] for more fun ideas, events and activities as well as Facebook for Junior Club .
VOLUNTEERING
Volunteers are the heart and soul of the Britannia Yacht Club.
All the enthusiasm generated at BYC is only possible through a collaborative effort. Heartfelt thanks go out to the Sailors, the Parents, the Instructors, the Manager, the Office Staff, the Youth Committee Members, the Volunteers and all the BYC Members who have contributed time and energy.
Students can consider volunteering at BYC to complete their compulsory 40 hours of community involvement. Please contact [email protected] .
CONNECT ON FACEBOOK
BYC Junior Club www.facebook.com/BYCjrclub
Ottawa Laser Sailors/Masters www.facebook.com/groups/1605189589725003
WEBSITES
Britannia Yacht Club www.BYC.ca
Advantage Boating www.AdvantageBoating.com
Tall Ship Adventures www.TallShipsAdventure.org
National Tennis School (Camps) www.nationaltennisschool.com .
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WOMEN SAILOR EVENTS AND ACTIVITIES 2018 NEWS FOR WOMEN SAILORS - SOCIAL AND COMPETITIVE
DON’T FORGET: SEMINARS / WORKSHOPS ORGANIZED RACING BREAKFAST CLUB ………..…. Nov to April SPRING SAILORS’ MTG…..….. April 8 BYC runs extensive racing programs for NEW WOMEN IN WIND …….. ..April 28 Women in Wind Conference keelboats, dinghies and sailboards CLUB WORK PARTY……..…... .May 13 throughout the week. Boats must register for Organized by the Ottawa River Women’s WOMEN’S SAILING MTG …..… May 14 racing by completing a registration form. RACING STARTS (Series I)…… May 28 Interclub Fleet Committee, the Sail Canada CRUISING OVERVIEW MTG ... June 1 sponsored, day long workshop, is usually Interested racers are encouraged to sign COMMODORE’S BBQ……….... June 8 held in the middle/end of April and is aimed up with the Women’s Fleet Rep to be TUCKER-RODGER…………..… June 9 at both novice and experienced racers. assigned to a Coached Boat. If you have SAILPAST……….……..……...... June 10 your own boat or access to a boat, you may GET OUT ON THE WATER...... June 23 Speakers discuss sail trim, racing tactics, wish to consider putting a crew together and SUMMER SAILORS’ MTG…….. July /TBA understanding wind patterns, etc. (email start racing (see [email protected] ). SERIES I RAFTUP ……….……. July 23 [email protected] to receive updates).
NAT’L CAPITAL REGATTA..…. July 13-15 Sailing Instructions and necessary forms RACING STARTS (Series 2)….. July 30 are available on the BYC website under CRUISE WEEK…………….…... July 15-20 Sailing/Rules and Forms. NEW WOMEN’S UPRIVER RACE .. August 19 Women’s Monday Night Races BASKIN’S WEEKEND……..….. August 4-6 BASKIN’S WEEKEND….…..…. September 1-3 Women's racing on the Ottawa River is FALL SAILORS’ MTG……….... Sept / TBA WOMEN’S KEELBOAT (TO)…. Sept 12-16 an interclub event involving members of the BYC, NSC and CVGR. LAST RACE SERIES II ..….….. September 24 INTERCLUB BANQUET(NSC).. October 1 Series I races usually take place from late AWARDS DINNER………..…... .November 10 May to mid-July, and Series II usually runs AGM (BYC & BYCF)……..……. December 12 from mid-July to the end of September. CHRISTMAS EVENTS (3)…..... December There are two starts. The first start will offer
two separate PHRF results. The second start
is for the Coached Boat Program or for those WOMEN SAILING AT BYC who wish to experience a more novice level
LESSONS / LEARN TO SAIL of competition or start. Coaches are permitted on first starts for support but The BYC Women’s Fleet is part of the To participate in the Coached Boat cannot offer direction or assistance during largest women’s sailing programs in Canada the race. Program and develop racing skills, you need and has developed many excellent sailors basic sailing skills. It is highly recommended Crew is required to commit to most of the and competitors alike. In recent years BYC that you complete a Basic Cruising Course races on Monday evenings 5:15 - 8:30 pm. women have represented the Club at the (18+) being offered through Advantage Bob Yuile Memorial National Capital Regatta Weekdays & Weekends Boating. c. 1957, Opti North American Champion- ships and the National Women’s Keelboat A variety of Can Sail Learn-to-Sail For members of Britannia Yacht Club, Championships, to name a few. programs are available through the Junior racing programs are offered for; one design, Club for children and teens ages 8-17 (see PHRF and JAM fleets on keelboats, dinghies We are very fortunate to have the [email protected] ). and sailboards. Several options are available opportunity to learn from some experienced in what is the most popular activity at the as well as world class sailors who volunteer club. Most races are run in conjunction with their boats and time to coach. For that, we other clubs on the lake on Tuesdays, are truly grateful . Wednesdays, Thursdays and various
weekends.
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Regattas WANT TO CREW CRUISING
BYC enjoys an international reputation for running high-quality regattas. Our members The best way to hone your sailing skills Not all sailors race or race all the time. include qualified regatta organizers, race (after you have taken your Learn-to-sail BYC offers a number of annual events committee experts, judges and social courses), is to crew on race nights. Let the designed for cruising the Ottawa River such conveners. Fleet Captain know of your interest. as; Cruise Week and the Baskin’s weekends.
Each year BYC hosts the Bob Yuile Cruise Week You can also fill in and post a form to our Memorial National Capital Regatta c. 1957. crew bank to let skippers know of your Members with boats enjoy a week up- From time to time, BYC hosts other sailing interest. river. Daily raft-up happy hour (second or and windsurfing regattas. We are also third week of July). Come for as much or as represented at many out of town events. little of the week as you want. Keep an eye NEED A CREW See Sailing Instructions for a List of out for overview meeting in mid-June (see [email protected] ). Races, Regattas, Events and Seminars.
Boat owners can contact the Fleet Captain Baskin’s Weekends to identify potential crew from the crew bank. Enjoy long weekends (August and Members are permitted to have guest crew September) of good family fun at the annual occasionally; however, all regular crew are BYC Baskin’s BBQs. Great games, food, required to become members of the club. beach, campfire songs and much more! Drive, race or cruise up for a day or stay for A special Crewing/Summer Social the weekend. membership is available at a very reasonable cost. Sail Share and Sail Syndicates… No Boat? No Problem!
Want to keep sailing after completing your FUN & SOCIAL EVENTS lessons to gain more confidence? Want to find out “what it’s all about” before becoming
boat owners? Check out the Sail Share Stay in the Know! Program with Advantage Boating.
As a member of BYC, you have access to Alternatively, you could see if the BYC Crew Bank has other opportunities to cruise. a wide variety of events and activities. Make sure you sign up through the office for the
general email blasts as well as the separate CONTACT [email protected] . Racing/Cruising at: [email protected] End of Series Raft-Up Womens’ Racing: [email protected] https://byc.ca/sail/webcam-and-weather
Weather permitting, there is a fleet
potluck raft-up on the lake at the end of the final race of Series I. It’s a fun way to meet CONNECT ON FACEBOOK
SAIL CANADA WOMEN’S REGATTA your competitors and share stories of past Ottawa Ladies Sailing races. www.facebook.com/groups/1757196567886927
Women’s Keelboat Championship Britannia Yacht Club www.facebook.com/BYCOttawa The Women’s Keelboat Championship is a national event that is open to competitors BYC Junior Club www.facebook.com/BYCjrclub across the country.
Ottawa River Racing It is hosted annually, www.facebook.com/ottawariverracing rotating through the western, central, and Ottawa Laser Sailors/Masters www.facebook.com/groups/1605189589725003 eastern regions of Canada. Typically, it is Ottawa Sailing Community held between mid- www.facebook.com/groups/397318500364338
August and mid-
September, lasting four WEBSITES days: one day of Breakfast Club $ training, and three days Britannia Yacht Club Most Sunday mornings throughout the of racing. www.BYC.ca
Fall/Winter (November to April). Volunteers The 2016 Championship was held at prepare and serve breakfast to members. Advantage Boating www.AdvantageBoating.com BYC, 2017 was in Lunenberg, NS. The 2018 Regatta is being held at the Mimico Cruising For additional Fun Events and Sailquest – Women’s Racing Club, Toronto, September 12-16. Social or Sailing Activities refer to www.sailquest.com/women
your BYC Welcome Kit. Sailquest – Ottawa Cruising/Racing www.sailquest.com/ottawa
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Byc TENNIS PROGRAM 2018 events and activities NEWS FOR TENNIS PLAYERS --- SOCIAL AND COMPETITIVE
have to own a boat to enjoy the summer at DON’T FORGET: BYC. The tennis program is part of a full LESSONS 201 8 BREAKFAST CLUB …..….. Nov to April season of events that keep members active WINTER TENNIS……….. Jan, Feb, Mar and in shape. Healthy, invigorating and James Ferguson and Nick Patterson are TENNIS WORK PARTY….. April 21 social. That’s the lure of tennis that many back with us again this year and looking JR LESSONS BEGIN .…… April 27 enthusiasts find ‘addictive’. forward to another great year. Friday Night Kids Drop In ... May - Sept TENNIS ‘MATCHES’ …..… May 5 Tennis is a big part of our leisure Members can book FREE group lesson, SEASON OPEN WKND….. May 5 & 6 program, catering to all ages and skill levels. sign up via [email protected]. If spots are still It’s also a great way to get some exercise SR LESSONS BEGIN.…… May 9 available, you may sign up for more than one and make new friends. We are like a big NATIONAL TENNIS DAY… May 12 / TBA lesson - but please understand you may get family at BYC and there is always something CLUB WORK PARTY…….. May 13 bumped from the second spot. to do. The social activities of our tennis DOORS OPEN OTTAWA… June 3 TUCKER-RODGER…….… June 9 players are renowned for their fun and Classes are 90 minutes long. FRENCH OPEN FINALS.... June 9 & 10 enthusiasm. Come for the friendly Session 1 – May 9 to June 13 * NCTA INT. TOUR……...... TBA competition and stay for great food and Get Out on the Water ……..June 23 amazing sunsets overlooking the Ottawa Session 2 – July 4 to Aug 8*
MID SEASON WK PRTY … TBA River. NB - Finish dates * could change based on CLUB CHAMPIONSHIPS... July - Sept With four plexi-pave courts available for Tournament play of Pro. WIMBLEDON FINALS...... July 14 & 15 day and night play, tennis members enjoy ROGERS CUP TRIP……... August 10 full privileges of one of Ottawa’s oldest and ♦ Adult Beginners - Wednesdays BASKIN’S WEEKEND.…… August 4 most revered clubs. You don’t need prior 6:30pm to 8:00pm BASKIN’S WEEKEND….… Sept 1 experience to take part in the game. Group US OPEN FINALS………... Sept 8 & 9 lessons are free to members. ♦ Adult Intermediates - Wednesdays TENNIS AGM ……….….… Sept TBA 8:00pm to 9:30pm WORK PARTY ……...... Oct / Nov / TBA The club is also affiliated with the COURTS CLOSE …...… Oct / Nov / TBA National Capital Tennis Association and ♦ Junior Tennis - Friday nights 5:30pm to AWARDS DINNER...... Oct/Nov TBA the Ontario Tennis Association and 7:00pm. Youth members enjoy eight CHRISTMAS EVENTS (3)…December participates in inter-club tournament play. weekly lessons, starting April 27, with
BYC TENNIS HANDBOOK You can check out all that BYC has opportunity to participate in a Youth vhttps://byc.ca/images/articles/About_BYC/Handbooks/2018TennisHandbook.pdf to offer with a Summer Social Membership Tournament on Tucker-Rodger Day, 1:00pm Saturday, June 9 (for more info BYC TENNIS CAM which offers full access to club facilities and [email protected] ). www.dropcam.com/p/BYC-tennis social programs. See the office for details.
TENNIS CANADA ♦ Private Lessons are also available with SUMMER CAMPS Self-Rating-Guide-English our club Pros. Please confirm with James and Nick for fees and arrangements. You OTHER IMPORTANT DATES Youth Summer Tennis Camp: can get their contact info through www.BYC.ca [email protected] .
Monday to Friday from 9am-5pm running
July and August and organized through ♦ Youth Lessons are also available from CLUB & AFFILIATIONS www.nationaltennisschool.com. BYC Margaret Gibson for fees and arrangements. Contact information also Get in the social swing with tennis at members will be accommodated a court available through [email protected] . BYC. Looking for a fun way to fitness this when arriving to play. summer? For people who love to be active outdoors, tennis is on the upswing at BYC. Call the BYC office for information on sailing camps at 613-828-5167. Incorporated in 1887, BYC is one of the oldest yacht clubs in Canada. You don’t
Other helpful resources, other than our ORGANIZED PLAY great management and staff, is the Full&By OTA / NCTA NEWS (Club Newsletter), Website, Posters, Social The BYC website has all the latest and Sailing News Flyers. information on club activities, court NCTA News: Here are just some of the fun Tennis availability and even weather forecasts. events and activities open to all Members; Members can access the court web cam to The National Capital Tennis Association ensure they are open and dry. Equipment: There is a ball machine and offers a variety of inter-club tennis tournaments geared towards players of all balls, pickleball paddles and balls in the shed NEW Tennis ‘Matches’ Saturdays 10am: abilities. Please click below to get more for members and their guests’ use only. May and June – Doubles information on the tournaments you're July and August – Singles Kids Equipment: There are mini nets (in interested in. ncta.ca/Tournaments Sign up at [email protected] . the red bags) and various sizes of kids’ racquets and low compression balls OTA News: NEW Thursday Night Singles Play: (racquets and balls in black duffle bag). Thursdays 6:30pm – Drop In Ontario Tennis Association membership Find a Player: Register on our new BYC benefit cards are now available from the Ladders, House Leagues & More: Tennis site to network with other BYC office. You will need to register your card Register on our new Tennis website to Players. Also, the ‘Want to Play Form’ is online before you can access any of the sign up for Ladders, House Leagues and available to fill out. deals. There should be no fee to register as more (see https://byc.ca/tennis ). this is included in your BYC membership. Open Tennis: Weekly drop-in games Click here to register your card; Doubles Round Robins: including singles, doubles and mixed play for www.tennisontario.com/signup Sundays 9:30am – Drop In, Man-in novice, intermediate and advanced players Format on Tuesdays / Thursday mornings 9:30am to 11:30am and Saturday mornings (separate Jane Craig’s Round Robins: from ‘Matches’) 10:00am to Noon. Thursdays 9:30am – Drop In Tucker-Rodger Regatta: On June 9th Spring and Summer “Tennis Race Night” enjoy a day of FUN competition for all BYC Drop-In: Members. Come and check out the Tuesday evenings individuals earn points craziness starting at 10:00am. Youth Tennis accumulated for attendance and games won. Tournament at 1:00pm. BBQ will follow with Play begins at 6:30pm. hot dogs, hamburgers and salad $. Costumes are optional but enjoyed by all! Pickleball (on Court #5): Monday and Wednesday mornings at French Open Finals: Womens’ match on 10:00am. Beginners always welcome. the big screen on Saturday June 9. The Equipment is available. Mens’ finals on Sunday, June 10 at 9:00am plus ‘croissant and café-au-lait’. Club Championships: The annual BYC Championship Wimbledon Weekend: Saturday July 14, Tournament will be a round-robin format, Pro 9:00am Women's finals on the big screen. Sets to 8. Champion is determined by player Sunday, July 15 at 9:00am watch the Mens’ with most Pro-Set Wins. A tie break match finals while enjoying BYC’s 26th annual will be played if necessary. ‘Strawberries and Cream’.
Rogers Cup Day Trip: to Montreal - Friday Registration begins July 1st and closes RULES & FAQ’s August 1st. Trophies are for Mens’ Singles, August 10. For details contact Ladies’ Singles, Mens’ Doubles, Ladies’ [email protected] Doubles and Mixed Doubles. Matches will Tennis courts are for member use only. progress through July, August and into US Open Weekend: Saturday Sept 8, Guests must be accompanied by a member September as arranged by the participants. 4:00pm Womens’ final on the big screen. at all times. All matches are to be completed before Sunday September 9 at 4:00pm Mens’ final September 15th. Best of luck to all on the big screen. Only non-marking soled shoes are participants! permitted on the courts. Improper footwear Baskin’s Weekends: Enjoy long weekends will damage our re-surfaced courts and (August and September) of good family fun participants will be asked to leave FUN & SOCIAL EVENTS at the annual BYC Baskin’s BBQs. Great immediately. games, food, beach, campfire songs and much more! Return to BYC on the Mondays OTHER BYC TENNIS FAQ’s Stay in the Know! for the Inside/Outside Round Robins. https://byc.ca/tennis/tennis-faq
General Activities: Sundays, after As a member of BYC, you have access BYC TENNIS RULES & POLICIES Breakfast Club, ski or hike around Mud Lake to a wide variety of events and activities. https://byc.ca/tennis/tennis-rules-policies then return to the club for hot chocolate, Make sure you sign up through the office for board games in the clubhouse, swim or a the general email blasts as well as the separate TENNIS SPECIFIC emails through picnic on one of the many tables setup around the grounds. [email protected] .
For more information contact the Britannia Yacht Club Tennis Director at [email protected].
BRIEF FOR BOAT OWNERS AND SKIPPERS
DON’T FORGET: Contacts SPRING BOAT OWNERS’ MTG…..… April 8 SPRING SAILORS’ MTG…..…………. April 8 Commodore…………... Rob Braden BIG BOAT LAUNCH…………….….…. May 4 Harbour Master/VC…... Al Malo BYCF GREEK DINNER………………. May 4 Fleet Captain….………. Aaron Middleton CLUB WORK PARTY…………………. May 13 RACING STARTS……………………… Mid May Boat Mentors LASER MASTERS I.C. ….…………….... June 8-10 COMMODORE’S BBQ………………... June 8 Sail Repair…………….. TUCKER-RODGER REGATTA……… June 9 Engine Repair ………… SAILPAST………………………….…... June 10 Hull Repair ……………. CRUISING OVERVIEW MTG ……..… June 1 Masting ………………… CANADA DAY RAFTUP……..…….…. July 1 Launch / Haulout ……... SUMMER SAILORS’ MTG…..….……. July / TBD QUYON ………………………………... July / TBD Office NATIONAL CAPITAL REGATTA……. July 13-15 CRUISE WEEK………………………... July 15-20 General Manager….…. Paul Moore MOHR ISLAND RAFTUP …………….. July / TBD Accountant….……….... Mark Walton BASKIN’S WEEKEND………………… August 4-6 Events Manager…...…. Breanna Gray BASKIN’S WEEKEND……………….... September 1-3 Harbour Manager…….. Andrew Furey FALL SAILORS’ MTG…………………. September / TBD CLUB WORK PARTY……………....…. September / TBD AWARDS DINNER………………..…... November 10 Recommended Vendors
AGM (BYC & BYCF)……….…….……. December 12 The Chandlery ………... CHRISTMAS EVENTS (3) ……..…….. December Rope Guy …………….. BREAKFAST CLUB……………….…… Nov to April
See other BYC programs for more Events & Activities; Social, Sailing, Youth and Tennis.
For more detailed information, please refer to the ‘BYC New Member’s Guide’ available through the office or on the website.
Boat Movement in the Harbour • Please move dead slow, with no wake, in the harbour. Remember that some of the larger, or older boats, may not be very maneuverable and that dinghies are especially challenged taking in the confines of the harbour entrance. • Right-of-way is for boats leaving the harbour, as there is limited space to maneuver once past the gas dock. Dinghies, without engines, have right-of-way both entering and departing. • Caution – there is a rock ledge south-west of the harbour mouth, which is marked with a white buoy.
Moorings • BYC has both Mediterranean moorings and finger docks configured to accommodate about 230 boats. Inquire at the office for space availability. Allocation decisions are made by the Harbormaster and the Allocation Committee. • If there is anything about your mooring that needs attention or work, fill out a Service Request Form (see Appendix 1) and hand it into the office. If the work is not completed within a reasonable time period, contact the General Manager.
Dry Moorings and Storage • Dinghies, canoes, kayaks and windsurfers are welcome at BYC. Storage for these boats is available. Please talk to the General Manager for more information.
Britannia Yacht Club, 2777 Cassels Street, Ottawa, ON K2B 6N6 | 613-828-5167 | [email protected]
Cranes • “Big Blue” the 11,000 lb. (5000kg.) hydraulic crane located north of the Dingy Shed, is intended for launch, haul out and emergencies and is kept locked. Speak to the office or Harbour Manager to arrange a lift. • The masting cranes may be used by members. There must be a minimum of 2 people, but much better 3 or more, when operating these cranes. • The north masting crane has a capacity of 3,000 lbs (1300kg.), making it suitable for launching smaller boats, such as Sharks. The south masting crane has a capacity of 1,500 lbs (680 kg.) and is intended primarily for masts. Large mobile cranes are rented in spring and fall for launch and haul out as well as installation of the flood gates. • Owners of boats arriving or leaving the Club often coordinate their timing to rent crane time on those occasions to avoid the minimum charge. This can be arranged through the office.
Gas Dock, Pump Out and Ice • Boats are not to be left unattended at the service dock • Tie up using the bollards or cleats alongside the harbour wall. Boats are not allowed to tie on the red painted boards between the gas dock and the harbour mouth as this could potentially obstruct passage. • Potable water is provided for filling tanks and river water for rinsing holding tanks and clean-up after pumping out. Please do not use this water or the docks for cleaning decks. (The wash-down hose at the north crane can be used for washing decks, but do not leave the boat unattended as someone may need to use the crane.) • Yard staff is available to pump gasoline or diesel between 10 am and 6 pm daily. Please see a staff member in the Lower Lounge if staff is not at the dock. • Ice is available at the Gas Dock and payment can be made at the bar.
Waste Disposal and Environmental Policies • Waste disposal containers are located around the harbor, clubhouse and marquee. Please respect the property and place all garbage in the garbage bins. • BYC introduced containers for recyclables in 2010. Boaters are encouraged to deposit their recyclable (blue box) waste in these containers, or take it home for disposal through the municipal recycling program. • Disposal of waste oil in plastic jugs, old paint cans and used batteries are the responsibility of the member. Please visit http://app06.ottawa.ca/cgi-bin/search/recycle/q.pl?q=Motor+Oil&lang=en for information on disposal locations.
Safety • At BYC, good practice is safe practice. With its history of volunteerism, the onus is on the member to observe safe practice in a variety of boating tasks and help others to learn boating best practice. First and foremost, attend a recognized boating safety course to get your Pleasure Craft Operators Card that you should carry at all times before you take your boat on the water. Contact Advantage Boating, www.advantageboating.com , for more information. • It is not good practice to "walk" your boat in or out of the mooring holding on to the stanchions/rigging of neighbours. This can loosen them requiring considerable work to re-secure them after a season or two. Too much speed into or out of the mooring can damage your and other boats. Keep a low speed and be prepared to apply reverse to slow down further. • The posted harbour speed is three (3) knots, but you should always try not to leave a wake over a few centimeters. Members working on their boats can be tossed about by even a small wake so care is needed. • Every boat owner is responsible and required by law to carry essential safety gear, check the Coast Guard detailed requirements for your size and type of boat in the Safe Boating Guide . • We are all in this together. Do not hesitate in asking others for advice or to help out. • Be aware of the proximity of the harbour to the rapids. BYC is located at the top of the Deschênes Rapids. These fast moving currents of water are often used by local white-water enthusiasts but can be a real hazard to boaters. Stay well upriver from the markers.
The safety committee of the BYC has produced a number of documents that outline the club's various safety policies available in the Members Area of the website at https://byc.ca/members-area/safety :
New Members Introduction to Safety BYC Launch Safety Checklist Stern Buoy Checklist De-Masting for Haul Out BYC Haul Out Safety Checklist BYC Crane Training, etc. Revised BYC Safety Regulations Approved March 22, 2010 Pre Departure Checklist
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Racing • BYC runs extensive racing programs for keelboats, dinghies and sailboards throughout the week. Boats must register for racing by completing a registration form. Sailing Instructions and necessary forms are available with the Staff in the Lower Lounge Bar and on the BYC website under Sailing/Rules and Forms.
Regattas • BYC enjoys an international reputation for running high-quality regattas. Our members include qualified regatta organizers, race committee experts, judges and social conveners. Each year BYC hosts the National Capital Bob Yuile Memorial Regatta. From time to time, BYC hosts other sailing and windsurfing regattas. We are also represented at many out of town events.
Cruising • Not all sailors race or race all the time. BYC offers a number of annual events designed for cruising the Ottawa River, such as Cruise Week in July and Baskins Weekends held on the Statutory Holiday weekend in August and September.
Boating/Sailing Instruction • BYC offers a variety of learn-to-sail programs for both youth and adults and an excellent summer learn-to-sail program for children and teens ages 8-18 at the Junior Club. • Check the BYC website or call the club office for more information.
Sail Share and Sail Syndicates • Want to keep sailing after completing your lessons to gain more confidence or want to find out “what it’s all about” before becoming boat owners. Check out the Sail Share Program with Advantage Boating.
Crewing and Finding Crew
For potential crew: • The best way to hone your sailing skills (after you have taken your Learn-to-sail courses), is to crew on race nights. Let the Fleet Captain know of your interest. You can also fill in and post a form to our crew bank to let skippers know of your interest. A crew bank form can be found in the appendix. For boat owners: • Boat owners can contact the Fleet Captain to identify potential crew from the crew bank. Members are permitted to have guest crew occasionally; however, all regular crew are required to become members of the club. A special Crewing membership is available at a very reasonable cost.
Camping • Camping is allowed on the grass area near the Junior Club. The office must be notified if you plan on camping and always carry your membership card with you for identification. Non-members will be permitted to camp on the property while participating in BYC regattas. • The Britannia Yacht Club has access to property up river beside Baskin's Beach that is used for several events during the course of the summer and is available to members for camping and picnicking. Inquire at the office about the necessary arrangements for use.
Volunteering • BYC is a member-owned and operated not-for-profit club. Apart from the permanent salaried staff of the General Manager, Events Manager and Accountant, the hourly paid kitchen, bar, dining room and janitorial staff, and contracted grass-cutting services, BYC relies on volunteers for just about everything else that needs to be done. • All members are encouraged to contribute some of their time to keeping the club ship-shape and running smoothly. This might include: joining the Board of Directors or a committee, participating on work parties or special projects that arise from time to time, or just helping to pick up some trash. So whatever your interests and skills are, any help you can give would be appreciated. As well, volunteering is one of the best ways to meet other members. To get involved let your interest be known to the Directors of Membership and Marketing, the General Manager or any Board member (see Contacts, p. 18 of your New Members Guide).
Britannia Yacht Club, 2777 Cassels Street, Ottawa, ON K2B 6N6 | 613-828-5167 | [email protected] WANT TO CREW OR NEED A CREW?
WANT TO CREW
NAME: DATE
E.MAIL: _ TEL.#:
Type of Boat Preferred: Dinghy Keelboat
Sailing Preference: Racing Cruising/Day Sailing Occasional Regular
When available: Evenings: Mon. Women’s Tues. PHRF Wed. Dinghies Thurs. O-D Thurs. JAM Weekdays Weekends: Overnight Day Sails
Previous experience in fifteen words or less:
Leave in Club Office, attention Joan Yuile
......
NEED A CREW
NAME: DATE
E.MAIL: _ TEL.#:
Type of Boat and Size: Dinghy _____ Keelboat ______
Crew Required: Racing Cruising/Day Sailing Occasional Regular
Racing: Mon. Women’s Tues. PHRF Wed. Dinghies Thurs. O-D Thurs. JAM Weekends: Overnight Day Sails
Cruising/Day Sailing: Evenings Weekdays Weekends
Level of Intensity in fifteen words or less:
Leave in Club Office, attention Joan Yuile
BYC 2017
TENNIS - PLAY OR TAKE LESSONS - NEED A PARTNER?
WANT TO PLAY TENNIS OR TAKE LESSONS
NAME: DATE
E.MAIL: _ TEL.#:
Play Preferred: Occasional Regular Singles Doubles Lessons Junior Tennis Ladder Matches Pickleball
Level: Beginner (1.0) Novice (2.0) Intermediate (3.0) Advanced (4.0+)
When available: (*) Denotes Drop-In Format Evenings Mon (*) Tues ‘Racing Series’ (*) Wed. Lessons Thurs (*) Weekdays Thurs Doubles Round Robin (*) Summer Camp Weekends Saturday Open Play Sunday Doubles Round Robin (*)
Competitions: BYC Club Championships (July – September) INSIDE / OUTSIDE RR TUCKER-RODGER
NCTA OTHER ______
Previous experience in fifteen words or less:
Leave in Club Office OR eMail attention Tennis Director: [email protected] ......
NEED A TENNIS PARTNER
NAME: DATE
E.MAIL: _ TEL.#:
Play Preferred: Occasional Regular Singles Doubles Competitions Pickleball
Level: Beginner (1.0) Novice (2.0) Intermediate (3.0) Advanced (4.0+)
When available: Evenings Weekdays Weekends Matches (Mornings)
Level of Intensity in fifteen words or less:
Leave in Club Office OR eMail attention Tennis Director: [email protected]
BYC 2018 UÜ|àtÇÇ|t ltv{à VÄâu VOLUNTEER REGISTRATION FORM
Britannia Yacht Club relies on its volunteers to run the club. Members are invited to register the areas of interest or expertise where they would be prepared to volunteer. Volunteering is also a great way to meet other members with similar interests so only volunteer for those activities you would enjoy doing.
Name: ______Membership No.: ______
EMail: ______Phone No.: ______
Please indicate those areas in which you would be willing to work by indicating your skill level with the following codes:
L Little or no experience M Moderate experience X Lots of experience P Professional (would need some coaching to (may have to ask for (would take charge of (official certification) begin with) guidance sometimes) project)
Club house & buildings Boat maintenance Administration Cabinet making Fibreglass work Board of Directors Carpentry Small engines Portfolio committees Electrical Junior Club boats Planning committee Plumbing Legal advice Interior decorating Sailing Fundraising General repair Sailing committee Trophy/archive curation Race management Communications Protest committee Telephoning Harbour Social sailing events Newsletter Haulout / launch crew Regatta Volunteer Advertising Dock maintenance Marketing Stone masonry Tennis / pickleball / games Ambassador Mechanical – crane Tennis events Painting Pickleball events Computers Bridge / games events Website design Grounds Movie nights Website maintenance Gardening Data entry Tree maintenance Social event organization Word processing Excavation Special events Graphics General labour Family / junior events Software knowledge Breakfast club Hardware knowledge Other:
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AVAILABILITY
Please check the times that you would prefer for your volunteer activities. It is understood that you can’t guarantee to be available on any specific date.
Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday Sunday Mornings Afternoons Evenings
Please return to:
[email protected] OR [email protected] OR Leave with Club Office
Britannia Yacht Club, 2777 Cassels Street, Ottawa, ON K2B 6N6 | 613-828-5167 | [email protected] MEMBERSHIP APPLICATION UÜ|àtÇÇ|t ltv{à VÄâu 2777 Cassels ST Ottawa ON K2B 6N6 Tel: 613.828.5167 Fax: 613.828.5168 Email: [email protected] Website: www.byc.ca
A. Applicant Information Membership Category: Name of Applicant Date of Birth: Address: City: Email address: Postal Code: Home No.: Cell No.: Work No.: Employer’s Name: Employer’s Address: Name of Spouse: Date of Birth:
Employer’s Name: Employer’s Tel. No.:
Name of Child: DOB: Name of Child: DOB:
Name of Child: DOB: Name of Child: DOB:
B. Mooring Application Boat Name: Boat Make & Model: Sail No.:
Registration No.: Trailer Licence No.:
Length: Beam: Draft: Weight
Engine: Horsepower: Previous BYC owner of boat:
C. Tennis Tennis Player: Locker: Locker No.: D. Chit Privileges
Apply: Application for chit privileges accepted per: Date Accepted Hon. Treasurer Mooring No. Invoice No.: Width: Date Assigned:
E. Fees Invoice
Membership Other Cheque Credit Card No. Initiation Other Expiry Date: Mooring Subtotal Date Received Card Issued: Mooring Invoice No. GST 5 % Initiation Locker Total Membership No. I, the undersigned, certify the above information to be true and complete and if this application is accepted, I agree to be bound by the terms and conditions contained on page 2 of this application.
______Applicant’s signature If Applicant is under 18, signature of parent or Date of Application guardian
A. Membership Agreement
Waiver of Liability The following is an extract of the “Hold Harmless” agreement that is contained in the Britannia Yacht Club By-Law.
Notwithstanding any offer or provision of services by the Club whether for a fee or gratuitously, all members on application and acceptance of membership in the Club or on annual renewal of membership, acknowledge that the Club is not liable to members for any loss or damage suffered by such members to their property arising whether through acts of negligence of officers, other members or employees in the launching, hauling, storing or moving of their boats or equipment, in the conduct of racing or other activities of the Club, or in the occupation and control of the Club’s property by virtue of any relationship of bailor or bailee, and all members acknowledge and accept that any such liability shall be borne by them.
B. Mooring Agreement
If allocated a mooring:
(a) I will obey all Britannia Yacht Club Harbour and Safety Rules and Regulations. (b) I certify that I am either: (i) the sole owner of the above boat, or (ii) the “designated” owner of the boat
(Note: Moorings will only be assigned to a sole owner, or a “designated” owner. If a boat is owned in partnership, the partners are to designate one of their number as a “designated” owner for the mooring application and other Britannia Yacht Club ownership responsibilities.)
(c) I will advise the manager of Britannia Yacht Club, in writing, within fourteen days of any change in ownership noted above. (d) I accept the “Hold Harmless” Agreement, a copy of which is printed above.
C. Chit Privileges
Terms and Conditions
1. Any member in good standing may use the chit privilege upon acceptance of application.
2. The chit privilege may be used to charge to the member’s account any purchases made from the Club, including gas dock, boutique, dining room and bar purchases but it may not be used to pay membership, harbour or initiation fees nor to pay for private functions.
3. Chit privilege charges to a member’s account will be accumulated each month. An invoice and/or statement for the unpaid balance of the account plus a $5.00 administration charge will be mailed to the member. If the full amount is not paid within 30 days from the date of invoice/statement, the amount will be charged to the member’s credit card account.
4. If the amount charged is not accepted on the credit card account, the member will become liable for the full amount owing and if this amount is not paid within 60 days of the date of the invoice/statement, the member’s Club privileges may be suspended in accordance with Club By-Law No. 1, Section 7.2.2. Persons suspended under this provision will have their chit privilege suspended for the remainder of the calendar year and must then reapply to have the privilege reinstated. A second suspension will result in further applications being denied. COLIN BLANDY OLYMPIC FUND HISTORY
For several years preceding the 1976 Olympics, two young BYC members, Richard Hewitt and Colin Blandy, made a concerted effort to be named as Canada’s crew in the Tempest Class. Because most of the competition in this class was situated in Europe, Richard and Colin spent a good deal of their time travelling to qualifying regattas. In order to help our sailors with travel and regatta expenses, some members of BYC formed the Britannia Yacht Club Olympic Participation Fund. Although Colin and Richard had great success in several international events, they did not make the team for that Olympics. During that winter Colin wrote a letter to the Board of Directors expressing his thanks for the support from the Participation Fund, and stating how if young sailors from BYC are going to try to compete on a World Class level they must get out and sail against the best.
Very tragically, while attending Queen’s University, Colin, son of Past Commodore Walter Blandy, became ill and eventually died.
As there was some money left in the Participation Fund after Richard’s and Colin’s campaign, a group led by Liv Sherwood, Rod Miller, Phil Tillman and Maurice Murphy decided to continue the fund in the name of Colin Blandy to assist future potential young Olympic and World Class sailors from the BYC with their campaign expenses. Thus the Colin Blandy Olympic Fund was born.
Many young sailors have been assisted through this fund. Since 1977 the Fund has assisted over 29 young men and women in the attainment of their racing ambitions. Of these several have gone on to become international competitors and Olympians.
Rob Woodbury was selected to represent Canada in Finn's at the 1980 Moscow games but was unable to compete for a medal because Canada withdrew, for political reasons. Shona Moss, sailing Europa's, represented our country at Barcelona in 1992 and did us proud. Internationally, Al Clark Jr. and John Brooman sailing Lasers, have shown that they are world class sailors and worthy of the support given them by the Fund. More recently, other young enthusiastic ambitious recipients of the Colin Blandy Fund like Erica Vines, Amy Cada, Rob Frost, Matt Soosalu, Nick Kroeger and Rob Hemming have pursued their quest to get onto the international stage.
None of this would have transpired without the members of BYC who have financially supported this worthy cause over the years. For over 40 years now, through the generosity of BYC members by adding $20.00 to their annual fees, bequests, donations in remembrance of deceased friends, and other contributions, the Colin Blandy Olympic Fund has been helping young BYC competitors attend out of town regattas in order to enhance their racing skills. The high skill levels of our young sailors is evident around our Club and throughout the regatta circuit. What it says is that Britannia Yacht Club members are a generous group of people who want to share their love and enthusiasm for the sport of yacht racing and sailing with young people.
We look forward to hearing from other young people who have the same aspirations of representing Canada and Britannia Yacht Club on the race courses of the world. APPLY FOR THE COLIN BLANDY OLYMPIC FUND
The Colin Blandy Fund was established in 1977 by members of the Britannia Yacht Club to provide financial assistance to young BYC members who are committed to a competitive sailing program with Olympic aspirations.
Each year, Interested members are invited to submit their applications in writing and addressed to the Colin Blandy Olympic Fund. Applications are being received up until 5:00 p.m., April 30 th , at the BYC club office. An application form can be picked up at the BYC club office or visit the BYC youth web pages and follow the “Colin Blandy Fund” link at https://byc.ca/learn-to-sail/youth-fundraising.
Eligibility Criteria:
1. Membership in good standing at BYC in the year immediately preceding the award year; 2. Twenty-five years of age or younger during the award year; 3. Demonstrated interest in competitive sailing; 4. Commitment, in writing, to engage in a competitive sailing and/or a challenging training program during the award year; 5. Submitted a written application before the cut-off date of April 30 th .
Applications will be judged on:
1. Previous sailing experience; 2. Demonstrated excellence in competitive sailing and; 3. A sail training development program outline for the award year, which should include plans to attend several major regattas outside of the Ottawa area.
All applications MUST BE accompanied by the development program to which the applicant is prepared to commit their effort.
At the end of the 2018 racing season, successful applicants will be required to provide the Trustees with a written outline of their training and racing activities during the season.
More information can be obtained from any of the following Trustees of the Fund:
Ron Schute (Chair) - 613-296-9965 / [email protected] Wendy Hope - 613-829-1819 / [email protected] Bill Fuller - 613-831-2038 / [email protected] Kevin Frost - 613-594-8884 / [email protected] Nicholas Kroeger - 613-685-0331 / [email protected] BASKIN’S BEACH Britannia Boating Club Property
What’s it all about?
Near Baskin’s Beach is a piece of waterfront property on the Ottawa River belonging to “Britannia Boating Club Memorial Park Association – BBCMPA” and is in memory of all BYC members who died in the wars.
Since the 1930’s our members have held annual picnics at Baskin’s and the association finally purchased the property in 1946. It is held in trust and has it’s own Board of Directors.
The property is available during the whole sailing season for member use.
It is a great place for running dogs and kids and shore picnics or for day-tripping by car. Members are welcome to camp there but should notify the BBCMPA before doing so.
Every year we hold two events – BBQ on Civic Holiday and a Corn Boil on Labour Day.
See over for more event details and directions. DETAILS FOR ANNUAL EVENTS
CAMPING : Everyone is welcome to camp for the weekend or anchor your boat in front of the property. There is a great beach for swimming and children. GARBAGE : Please take your garbage with you as we do not have garbage pickup. It is a volunteer who will have to take the BBQ garbage down to the club. DOGS: Are welcome but please keep them under control as there are children present. Also, be kind and remember to clean up after your pets. Get your tickets early – price includes: corn on the cob, baked beans, coleslaw, butter, paper plates, serviettes, knives and forks, live entertainment, porta potty, coals for the BBQ and fun and games for the kids and adults. N.B. You must bring your own meat. We will provide the BBQ and utensils. Reserve your tickets: Pick them up at the club or call the club and reserve them. Limited number of tickets will be sold. Cost to be announced. Sample time tables (subject to change depending on organizer) : Fri. - set up your home for the weekend – Bonfires are subject to seasonal condition restrictions. Sat. - volunteers needed to set up the party tent, clean toilets, put up banners, prepare sand bags for candles, clean up around cairn, swim, have fun and sit around singing. Bring your singing voices, drinks, marshmallows etc. Sun. - set up tables, cut and prepare food, start BBQ 4:30 - kids & adult games 4:00 - everyone on shore for cocktails (BYOB) 6:00 - BBQ begins 7:00 - egg toss 8:00 - music begins N.B – please use our outhouses and NOT the camper grounds next door. There is a restaurant next door who open early for breakfast and a pay phone beside it. Come join us and have a great time…. Rod Miller– President
DIRECTIONS TO BASKIN’S BBQ
LAND DIRECTIONS: West on Carling Avenue for approx. 10 Km to March Road then see below. OR Queensway (417) to Eagleson Road – keep right to March Road continue west 8 Km to Dunrobin Side Road – turn right continue west 10.5 km to Vance Side Road – turn right 5.9 km to Baskin’s Beach Road – turn left and continue about ½ km to our campground on the right of the road across from trailer park restaurant.
VIA THE OTTAWA OCEAN: On the left after Port of Call across from 12 mile island on the Ontario shore - anchor with all the other boats, Once on shore go up the set of stairs and you have arrived. Camping available starting on Friday night. Restaurant and phone booth across the road from property. DO NOT DUMP YOUR GARBAGE ON THE PROPERTY AS WE DO NOT HAVE GARBAGE PICK UP. PLEASE BE CONSIDERATE AND TAKE IT HOME WITH YOU. PARK ALONG THE FENCE ON THE OUTSIDE OF OUR PROPERTY UNTIL IT IS FILLED UP THEN COME IN A PARK ALONG THE FENCE ON OUR PROPERTY. Welcome to the Britannia Yacht Club Foundation BYCF is a 'Not-For-Profit' member driven corporation. It was established in 2010 to receive all donations in a single legal administrative structure so it might accommodate a variety of gifts, bequests and donations that serve the best interest of the BYC. Some of our purposes include: • Support the Learn-to-Sail and Racing programs at BYC • Contribute to the improvement of Club facilities, grounds and basin • Engage in partnerships that improve our sailing and social experience
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To discuss your options please feel free to contact one of the BYCF directors Kirk Robertson Mary Elizabeth Bundy Marc Charbonneau Alain Jegen President Treasurer Director Director e: [email protected] e: [email protected] e: [email protected] e: [email protected] p: 613-225-3803 p: 613-692-1070 p: 613-816-2487 p: 613-265-6015 For more information visit the Foundation website at; www.bycf.ca