VISITOR INFORMATION For those who would like to learn, cruise, race or relax, the Derwent Sailing Squadron promises the warmest of welcomes. From its humble beginnings in 1906, the Derwent Sailing Squadron, more commonly known as the DSS, has grown to W become one of Tasmania’s premier yacht clubs, with a 900- stong membership base, many of whom berth their boats in the Club’s marina. Situated in a magical spot on the banks of Hobart’s River Derwent, next to Wrest Point Casino and opposite the University of Tasmania, the Club’s location is really second to none. E The DSS is best known for its sailing program, which features internationally renowned events such as the Pipeopener Series, Melbourne to Hobart, Launceston to Hobart and King L of the Derwent, as well as a full schedule of summer and winter racing for keelboats and dinghies. C It is also home to a growing contingent of cruising enthusiasts, who delight in being able to explore the hundreds of nautical miles of surrounding sheltered waterways. The Club makes an ideal starting point from which to explore popular locations along the River Derwent, D’Entrecasteaux Channel, Frederick O Henry Bay, Wedge Bay and Safety Cove, all of which are within a day’s leisurely cruising of the Club’s marina. For experienced sailors, the world-renowned natural wilderness of Port Davey and Bathurst Harbour – which lie within the Port M Davey Marine Reserve and the Tasmanian Wilderness World Heritage Area – provides an unforgettable destination for an extended cruise. With it’s friendly and welcoming membership body, combined E with its packed calendar of racing and cruising events, expansive marina, smoothly operated boatyard, vibrant sailing school, refurbished bar, dining room and outdoor barbecue area, it is easy to see why the Derwent Sailing Squadron is a hive of activity for young and old, new and experienced sailors alike. FACILITIES & SERVICES The Derwent Sailing Squadron’s state-of-the-art marina is the largest and most technically advanced in Tasmania along with: Floating Berths Training Centre (SailTrain) Fixed Pile Berths Only accredited Royal Yachting Slipway Association Training Centre in Tasmania Gas Australian Sailing Training Provider Trailer Parking Marine and Safety Tasmania Training Hard Stand Provider Shed Storage Dinghy Davits Comprehensive year round racing Trailer Boat Launching program Bar and Restaurant Moorings located around Southern Function Facilities Tasmania Regular Social Activities Full Amenities and Laundry Facilities The Derwent Sailing Squadron is located in the picturesque suburb of Sandy Bay, next to Wrest Point Casino, and just 20 minutes walk from Hobart’s pre-eminent restaurant and cafe precinct, Salamanca. BAR & RESTAURANT Our fully stocked bar is open to members and visitors Monday to Saturday with lunch and dinner available in our restaurant Wednesday to Friday. Times vary depending on the season so please check with the office. FUNCTIONS & EVENTS Our waterfront setting, surrounded by landscaped gardens and lawns to the waters edge, is the ideal location to hold that special event. From board meetings to training sessions, birthday celebrations to weddings, banquets to cocktail parties, we've got you covered. Every event is treated with the same attention to detail to ensure an enjoyable experience. BOATING VISITORS MARINA SLIPYARD With capacity for 271 vessels, the The Squadron offers a highly Derwent Sailing Squadron’s state-of- professional and friendly service in all the-art marina is the largest and areas but our Marina Facility Officer most technically advanced in takes extra attention to detail when Tasmania. With both fixed pile and dealing with yachts on our slipyard. floating berths, we cater for small Vessels up to max. beam of 14ft yachts through to 30m super yachts, and 12 tonnes as well as powerboats and multihulls. Access to range of onsite qualified trade contractors Casual Berthing is available all year Mast Crane and storage facilities round with early bookings recommended over the summer Policies and Procedures are in place months. Bookings and information to ensure a high level of safety on our can be found on our website or slipyard. For details and bookings contact [email protected] contact [email protected] OUR MARINA THE RIVER DERWENT The estuary of the River Derwent forms the Harbour of the city of Hobart, one of the deepest sheltered harbours in the southern hemisphere. Boating activity on the Derwent, along with that on all waters in Tasmania not covered by Commonwealth legislation is managed by Marine and Safety Tasmania (MAST). When traveling to Tasmania on a recreational vessel, we recommend visiting the MAST website which provides extensive information and resources on boating in Tasmania - www.mast.tas.gov.au VESSEL SEWAGE PUMP OUT Tas Ports provides a sewage pump out facility, located at Kings Pier Marina in the Port of Hobart. CRUISING & ANCHORAGE The String of Pearls is a series of strategically placed mooring facilities at key locations within sheltered waters around Hobart. The aim is to create a cruising experience in southern Tasmania which provides Derwent Sailing Squadron members and visiting sailors with a full itinerary of destinations. Moorings are spread across the cruising waters of the D’Entrecasteaux Channel, Norfolk Bay, Frederick Henry Bay, Bruny Island, Storm Bay and the River Derwent. Mooring locations are located close to onshore tourist attractions, allowing sailors to explore the many treasures of this extraordinary region: the beaches, walking tracks, restaurants, cafes, cheeseries, smokehouses, orchards, vineyards, cideries, museums and so much more. OUT & ABOUT The Squadron is located in the Hobart suburb of Sandy Bay within walking distance of the shopping precinct and on a major bus route to the city. Nearby Facilities include: Coles Supermarket Australia Post Outlet Woolworths Supermarket Fashion retailers Banking & Eftpos facilities Cafes, Restaurants & Bottleshops Medical Centres Newsagents Optometrists Laundromat and Dry Cleaning Pharmacies Dentist PUBLIC TRANSPORT The Squadron is within comfortable walking distance of the Hobart CBD and waterfront but there are several other options available. Metro Tasmania runs the public bus service around Hobart and surrounding suburbs. Buses from the DSS to the city can be caught from Sandy Bay Rd, a minute walk from the Club. Time tables and costs can be found on the metro website - www.metrotas.com.au A Hobart bus shuttle service operates between Hobart CBD (Hobart accommodation hotels, motels etc) and Hobart Airport for every arrival/departure - www.tasredline.com.au ACCOMMODATION & TOURISM The following is a list of some of the motel and apartment style accommodation within 10 – 15 minutes walking distance the Squadron. The properties cover a range of prices to suit differing budgets and tastes. Amberley House www.amberleyhouse.com.au Avon Court Apartments www.avoncourt.com.au Doctor Syntax Hotel www.doctorsyntax.com.au Grosvenor Court Apartments www.grosvenorcourtapartments.com.au Lenna of Hobart - Battery Point www.lenna.com.au Montacute Boutique Bunkhouse www.montacute.com.au Mantra www.mantraonesandybayroad.com.au Mayfair Plaza Motel www.mayfairplaza.com.au Motel 429 Sandy Bay www.motel429.com.au Prince of Wales Hotel www.princeofwaleshotel.com.au Salamanca Terraces Apartments www.salamancaterraces.com.au St Ives Motel and Apartments www.stivesmotel.com.au Woolmer’s Inn Apartments www.woolmersapartments.com.au Wrest Point Hotel Casino www.wrestpoint.com.au There is a great deal to see and do during a stay in Hobart from world class art and museums, fabulous food and wine, colonial history and the world renown beauty of the Tasmanian wilderness. The Hobart waterfront is a great place to start with a ferry ride to MONA, a Pennicott Wilderness day trip or maybe just wander around the Tasmanian Museum and Art Gallery or the Tasmanian Maritime Museum. Visit www.discovertasmania.com.au to find our more. MAINTENANCE QUANTUM SAILS Quality cruising and racing sails along with boom tents, covers, dodges and much more all onsite at the Squadron 23 Marieville Esplanade, SANDY BAY 0435 309 123 DERWENT BOAT SALES Onsite boat brokerage with well known sailor and broker, John Radonic. 23 Marieville Esplanade, SANDY BAY 0459 322 862 PETER JOHNSTON SHIP CHANDLERS Chandlery services along with clothing, boat hardware and safety equipment. 21 Morrison St, HOBART (03) 6234 5422 DERWENT MARINE Boat building, repairs, stainless steel/aluminium fabrication, paining and gelcoat restoration and general maintenance. 24 Negara Crescent, GOODWOOD (03) 6273 0090 NORTON MAKEPEACE All your boat electrical needs. 0414 014 752 IAN BRETT SPAR'S & RIGGING 0418 126 940 23 Marieville Esplanade SANDY BAY, TAS 7005 P: (03) 6223 1977 E: [email protected] W: dssinc.org.au F: facebook.com/DerwentSailingSquadron .