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Catamaran Racing for the 90s, Summary - Phil Damecour

Hi all I made a summary of this book. A good read available at the public library. If you have time, I would read, if not read the attached 2 page summary pressing the Link below cheers. [ LINK... ]

Let’s go sailing, and let the Marine Unit know

Given the great weather a couple of our club members hit the beach on March 18, 2010 for a sail. Conditions were perfect for a spring sail with clear sun, temperatures at 19 degrees and winds at 20 km. As the day progressed the winds became very gusty resulting in a refreshing pitch poll into the lake. Both members were well dressed, wearing dry suits and appropriate gear (gloves, booties, hats) and they successfully righted the boat within minutes. They remained sailing after righting the boat. Upon returning to the beach they were met by the Halton Regional Marine Unit who had received numerous calls from concerned individuals who had seen the boat pitch pole. Although the Marine Unit recognized both members were experienced sailors and each had the necessary equipment (dry suit, lifejackets, whistles) to sail in early spring they strongly suggested we should call ahead to the Marine Unit to advice them on days our members will be sailing when there are few boats in the water. We should also advice the Marine Unit when a boat has been righted following a flip given the high probability that someone from the beach will have called 911 to report the flip. The contact numbers are as follows:

Halton Region Marine Unit
905-825-4747 Ext 5155
Channel 16 VHF Radio

Volunteer Hours Club To-Do List

We have developed a tracking system which allows all members to capture their volunteer hours. The system is easy to use and ensures you don't miss any hours contributed. The key is to update your volunteer hours shortly after completing your task.

The Club-to-Do List has also been updated with Sign up sections under each assignment. Now there are no more excuses of not knowing what is needed at the club.

Safty First - Always sail prepared for the elements - Sailor (Not BBCC Member) owes life to a life-jacket ... and his wife

From THE HAMILTON SPECTATOR, published July 4. 2008
A catamaran sailor with less than two years experience owes his life to his wife's concern, and a life-jacket... [ LINK... ]

Do you think Burlington Beach is getting too crowded?

Check out this beach in South Korea. Can you imagine... [ LINK... ]

Facebook

Click on the following Facebook link and join in on the BBCC group. This can be a useful communication tool on who is sailing today. [ LINK... ]