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Post Date: Thursday, March 16, 2023 |
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2021 Thayer Trophy Team (Photo Credit Bruce Durkee) |
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Contribute to Sailing News |
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Do you have any news that you would like to see added to our weekly Sailing News email blast? It could be news about you or another member competing in an event, or just a general EYC sailing announcement. Please fill out our form here so we can update the membership on all things Sailing!
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Women's Sailing - Thursday Night Series |
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EYC has some exciting opportunities and events coming up for women sailors of ALL levels to get out on the water. Mark your calendars for our updated Thursday Night Women's night series! June 29 and July 20 will be for intermediate to advanced sailors with the opportunity to practice racing skills. August 3 and the pursuit race on August 11 will be for sailors of all levels, beginner to advanced, weather permitting.
All events will be held using our club Sonars. If you are a beginner and looking for more opportunities to get out on the water this summer with a great group of supportive women, please sign up for the August events. Any questions or concerns please reach out to our Women's Sailing Subcommittee Chair Alix Israel at [email protected].
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The ABC's of Offshore/Coastal Navigation & Weather Circa 2023 - April 8 |
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On Saturday, April 8, join two time America's Cup winner and world class navigator Peter Isler as he takes you on a tour through the technology, tools and best practices in the nav station (and on deck) of a modern coastal/offshore boat. This class will introduce and show both cruisers and racers how today's tools and information can help you sail smarter, faster and safer. Sign up
Class details and sign up information here for members and non-members. Tickets are $175 per person with a class size limit of 60. Non-members, if you are having problems charging through the PayPal link, please call the front desk at 781-631-1400, Wednesday - Saturday, 9am - 8pm. Class Details
Expedition Navigation and Sailing Software will feature heavily in the class - but no prior knowledge or use is necessary. This is an overview class aimed at opening your horizon's no matter what your present skill level is. Other topics include: Marine Weather in 2023, Weather Models, Departure Planning & Preparation, and Navigator Skills & Communications. Questions? Reach out to Toby Reiley [email protected] or 978-815-2282.
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Peter resides in San Diego where he helps racing teams as consultant, afterguard and navigator, including cutting edge race boats, Pyewacket70, Windquest52 and the Herreshoff designed 70' NY50 Spartan. During Covid, he teamed up with Chris Bedford, legendary meteorologist and America's Cup teammate, to form the online school Marine Weather University - part of the Isler Academy.
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Peter grew up racing in Long Island Sound and was college sailor of the year at Yale. His college roommates were Steve Benjamin, Stan Honey and Dave Perry. |
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Sign Up for the Jackson Cup |
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The Jackson Cup, hosted by Boston Yacht Club on April 29 - 30, has always proven to be a fun and competitive event, and it happens to take place right in our backyard! The format is 3v3 team racing in Sonars without spinnakers - a great opportunity for sailors of all abilities. Contact team captain Ashley Boyle if you’re interested in joining the team!
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Safety at Sea Hands-on Training Seminar - June 10
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Join us for the 2023 US-Sailing approved Safety at Sea Hands-on Training Seminar. This practical hands-on seminar will cover life-rafts, flares, fire-fighting, repacking your inflatable PFD, safety, and rescue tips. It is appropriate and recommended for everyone who ventures out on the water as a day tripper, coastal cruiser, or ocean voyager. This is a rain or shine event, so dress appropriately and plan on being outdoors all day.
The seminar will make more sense if the student has taken the online course first, but it is not required. To receive an official US Sailing Coastal or International Offshore certification, participants need to complete the online portion from US Sailing within one year. For those needing a certificate for the 2023 Marblehead to Halifax race, you must complete the international on-line course before June 10th. Sign up Class details and sign up information here for members and non-members.
The Hands-On Course is only $140 per person (same price as last year) and the Hands-On Course PLUS the US Sailing Safety at Sea Certificate is $175 (subject to you separately completing required course work either online or in-person). Class size limit of 90. Non-members, if you are having problems charging through the PayPal link, please call the front desk at 781-631-1400, Wednesday - Saturday, 9am - 8pm. Requirements & Recommendations
Bring a PFD and a safety harness fitted to you in full clothing (long pants, shirts, fleece, etc.) and foul weather gear. When you are at the pool, wear full clothing plus full foul weather gear, boots or boat shoes, and a PFD. Also, bring one current handheld flare (expired “out-of-date-flares” which if “light-able” will pass for your certification and/or for disposal) and one powder or CO2 fire extinguisher of any date as long it indicates pressure on the gauge.
It is highly recommended to purchase in advance and bring to the seminar a copy of Safety at Sea: A Guide to Safety Under Sail and Personal Survival from US Sailing Store for taking notes. Also, it is recommended that participants review the Safety at Sea videos from Storm Trysail Club. Questions? Reach out to Toby Reiley [email protected] or 978-815-2282.
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Youth Sailing Registration
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Registration is open! Find all the class descriptions and registration links here. Note: If your child is participating in Opti Buddies along with EYC Junior Activities within the same week, we can provide a discount for your child in Opti Buddies. Reach out to Assistant Sailing Director Charlotte Martinez if you have any questions. Summer fun is just around the corner!
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Environmental Police and NASBLA Safe Boating Course
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An in-person Environmental Police and NASBLA certified safe boating course will be offered in Manchester on Friday, March 24 and Friday March 31. A second class will be offered April 14 and 21. Click here for more information and to sign up. |
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Peter Isler Seminar - April 9th Team EYC @ Baldwin Cup - March 31 - April 2
Team EYC @ Jackson Cup - April 29 - 30 MRA Party @ the CYC - May 5 Safety at Sea Seminar - June 10 |
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Owner/Crew Availability Form |
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Are you a skipper looking for crew? Or a crew looking to sail? We have everyone covered in our new Crew Bank Form here. Click here to see all responses. |
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Eastern Yacht Club - 47 Foster St. - Marblehead, MA 01945 - (781) 631-1400 |
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