SCOUTS SAILING DAY

Saturday 9 March 2019

Where: Port Hacking Open Sailing Club, 226B Attunga Rd, Yowie Bay

When: 9:30am – 3:00pm, Saturday 9 March 2019 

Registration:  Click this link to REGISTER.

Overview

The committee of the Port Hacking Open Sailing Club has kindly agreed to put on a free “Discover Sailing Day” for the Grays Point / 2^nd Sutherland Scout Groups. 

This will be an opportunity for the scouts to learn a bit about the theory of sailing as well as getting experience sailing a small sailing dinghy. 

The club owns a number of sailing dinghies that are suitable for children to learn in (Optis and MJs) and these will be available on the day. 

Everyone can have a turn at helming(steering) a boat.

More information about the club can be found at http://www.phosc.org.au/home/.

Facilitators

Paul Armstrong (Xavier’s granddad) and other experienced sailors from PHOSC.  Parents/carers and scout leaders are also encouraged to participate (we have some bigger boats if you want a go as well- you will need to register too if you'd like to try!) 

Schedule of the day

09:30 – 10:00 – Introduction

10:00 – 11:00 – Sailing terminology and theory

11:00 – 11:30 – Rigging a boat

11:30 – 12:30 – Practical exercise 1 (steering a boat)

12:30 – 13:30 – Lunch

13:30 – 14:00 – Practical exercise 2 (capsize drill)

14:00 – 15:30 – Free sailing

15:30 – 16:00 – Pack up

Insurance

As this will be a “Discover Sailing” day, the sailing club is covered by Australian Sailing’s insurance policy which means all participants will be covered for injury and 3^rd party damage. You need to register for this to be active.

Lunch

The club canteen will be open for basic snacks and drinks BUT you will need to bring your own packed lunch.

What to bring

• Lunch/snacks
• Drinks
• Sun lotion,
• swimming gear,
• rash shirt (preferably long sleeved),
• board shorts,
• t-shirt,
• closed shoes (old joggers or crocs),
• towel,
• dry clothes to change into when finished. 
• If you have a life-jacket, bring your own otherwise the club has plenty you can borrow.

Safety

1. All participants will need to register online to be eligible to attend.                     Click this link to REGISTER.
2. When you arrive please ensure your sign on the attendance sheet and at the end of the day remember to sign off.
3. If you are a poor swimmer (or a non-swimmer) you must inform one of the facilitators at the beginning of the day .
4. No one is to go afloat or enter the water if the skull and crossbones flag is hoisted on the deck.  Even if the flag is not hoisted then you should not go afloat or enter the water unless one of the facilitators is present on the deck.
5. Lifejackets must be worn at all times when on the deck and when on/in the water.
6. A support boat will be present when the scouts are out sailing.

Discover Sailing Day – Come and Try Sailing!

Ever wondered what it’s like to go sailing? Join us for a Discover Sailing Day and experience the thrill of being on the water while exploring your local sailing club.

• No experience needed – just bring your sense of adventure
• Perfect for families, friends, and anyone curious about sailing
• Friendly club members will be there to welcome you and answer questions

Prerequisite: For safety reasons, participants must be confident in and around the water.

By the end of the day, you’ll have:

• Experienced sailing firsthand
• Discovered the fun and community spirit of your local club
• Learned about exciting courses, activities, and ways to keep sailing

Come along, give sailing a go, and see where the wind takes you!