In edition #4 find below something for everybody including an activity for the kids, upcoming SheSails online training with Australian Sailing, ways to stay active at home, appropriate clothing for dinghy sailing, sustainable sailing practices, where to watch the SailGP and the clubs eSailing regatta!
This weeks activity is to name the parts of the boat! We are very familiar with learning to sail in this particular boat in Tackers, the Optimist.
Try your best to remember each part. We know you can do it!
A SheSails Online Event Start lines and courses
A guide to understanding the starting sequence, courses and race management. If you have not long started sailing or just want to know more about the starting sequence, the course and general race management then this online event is for you.
Australian Sailing will be discussing the various flags used at the start, the starting sequence itself and what are the directives, signals and sounds that can be provided to competitors on the race course.
Date: 7 September 2021
Time: 1900 - 2030 AEST Registration for event closes at Mon 06 Sep 2021 23:45.
See below these compiled resources to help you find suitable ways to safely exercise in and around your home during the COVID-19 outbreak, courtesy of the NSW Government Office of Sport. Included in the link below are activities for everyone, from kids to seniors as well as general and sport specific activities.
One of the most common questions we are asked is “what is the most suitable clothing for going sailing?”. To answer this, we are suggesting some considerations for choosing the right sailing gear over the next couple of weeks, as different sailing disciplines may require you to have different clothing. It is important to remember that should not need to buy a full new wardrobe to go sailing!
DINGHY SAILING
Sailing a dinghy or windsurfer will expose you to the wind and water more than other disciplines of sailing, which is why you should be comfortable and warm in clothing that can get wet.
Stay Warm
Layering is key! First you should choose a good base layer, such as wetsuit pants and a top (or ‘long john’ style wetsuits). You can adjust your layering based on the weather conditions – in cooler weather you should have a thicker base layer, but in warmer weather you may prefer a lighter rashie top. If you need more warmth, you can add additional layers like a spray top / smock.
Stay Comfortable
Loose and light clothing is always preferable so you have the freedom to move easily around the boat. Boat handling requires lots of movement, so restrictive clothing can make this difficult.
What can you do to help?
The ocean and local waterways are playgrounds for sailors! The health of our ocean is an emerging subject in all forms of sailing, and the last thing we want is for plastic and other synthetic materials making their way into the water. These materials are used and discarded more than you might think around your local marina and rigging areas, so here are three reminders as to how we can reduce the risk of these entering the water.
Reduce single use plastics!
Make the switch to drink bottles, food containers and bags that are reusable. Even if you intend to dispose of plastic, the wind can very quickly blow wrappers and bottles into the water before you can catch them! You can also keep your items onboard with a rope or clip attachment.
Cut down your use of electrical tape
Electrical tape is a quick and easy solution for securing items onboard a boat, but it is not a friendly material to end up in the water. Try to reduce your use of tape to only parts of rigging that absolutely need it. Remember to collect and dispose of tape responsibly – not left in the rigging area or on the marina for it to blow into the water!
Reuse rope responsibly
The synthetic fibres in rope are a threat to marine life. Small off-cuts of rope should be discarded responsibly, and if rope is in good condition then reuse it!
Did you know? RPAYC has a Seabin, located on the Services Wharf, to collect debris and rubbish that accumulates in our marina. The Seabin is an ocean “trash skimmer” designed for marinas and yacht clubs to filter rubbish, oil and organic materials. You can learn more about the Seabin Project here.
Find out how to watch racing LIVE and on demand here.
Set your calendar: FRI 20.08- 11:00pm AEST SAT 21.08- 9:00pm AEST
E Sailing @ RPAYC is back!
Introducing the Crown & Anchor Series.
The RPAYC eSailing Series will be on the Virtual Regatta (VR) racing platform. Guides and racing tips can be found HERE.
To compete, first create a VR User Profile then register to participate in the eSeries. Members registered will be sent the login/access series code for each series.
If you would like to contact the Royal Prince Alfred Yacht Club regarding training please email sailtraining@rpayc.com.au or view the Club website for details.
FRI 20.08- 11:00pm AEST
