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“Finally!!
As of this Friday we get some relaxation of the lockdown.  Albeit with some strict rules.  All members using the club facilities aged 16yr+ are required to be double vaccinated and be able to show proof (or a medical exemption).



​The rules are mandated by the government and are for the protection of all.  The Club asks members to respect this and those enforcing them.  The Club bar and the Moorings room are classed as one room under the current guidelines with capacity limits; indoors 20 and outdoors 30,  so booking is essential for lunch and dinner. 

Coffee will be available from 10.30am (Click here for times and how to book).
The yard will be open for work on your boats, of course rules apply.  Training and social sailing is permitted at this stage, but no racing.

YARD RULES...
You can enter with the following conditions:

• QR check in at the gate is essential
• Masks must be worn in the yard
• ​Social distancing (1.5m)
• Toilets are open
• Changing facilities / showers remain closed

MEMBERS BAR RULES...  

• QR check in upon entry is essential
• Masks must be worn at all times (except eating/drinking)
• Vaccination proof (or medical exemption) required for all 16yrs + 
• Social distancing (1.5m)
• Seated only

THE MYC OFFICE
Will be open as of this Friday 9.30am to 3.00pm Monday to Friday.  At this stage we are asking that you have your vaccination proof on you when coming down to the club.  More details on how the club will document this regarding volunteering etc. will follow at a later date. 
Thank you for your co-operation.
Hang in, we are getting closer......
Cheers
Greg Martin, Commodore

On the 27th and 28th of November 2021, MYC is proudly hosting the Victorian Laser Open & Masters Championships.

This is one of the first major regattas around the bay for season 2021/22, and it promises to be big!

We do need your help with the regatta!

There are lots of roles available both on and off the water and any amount of time you can offer will be greatly appreciated!

It's only over two days - and we'd really appreciate if you could lend us a helping hand.

Click here to register as a volunteer.

UPDATE FROM THE CHAIR
Dear Sailors,
 
The Festival of Sails Organising Committee is thrilled to receive a positive response to our launch of the 2022 FOS Notice of Race on 22 September 2022. So far we have over 40 yachts entered and the Committee looks forward to seeing this number grow over the coming weeks.
 
This early positive response indicates that there is a real appetite from our sailing community to get back on the water, and we aim to bring you the best possible event we can in 2022. With COVID-19 still very front of mind, our team is working hard to develop plans to ensure our event is safe and compliant with all government restrictions and our state's road map to recovery. This means there will be some modifications to the event you are familiar with – particularly with the Waterfront Festival and shoreside components. We will keep you updated as these plans are finalized.
 
Please note, depending on how government restrictions evolve over the next few months, we may be required to limit entry numbers to ensure we remain compliant, so be sure to get your entries in early to avoid disappointment. We are offering skippers full refunds on entry fees if the event does not proceed due to COVID-19 restrictions.
 
And finally, we encourage those that can get vaccinated to do so.  We don’t yet understand what requirements will be placed on public events in this regard, so please ensure you and your crew are proactive so we can welcome as many of you as possible back to Festival of Sails in 2022.

click here to book
 
Yours in sailing,

Roger Bennett
2022 Festival of Sails Chair
RGYC Vice Commodore

Assuming that restrictions ease and boat owners get access to their boats at the next vaccination target date (26th October), the club intends to conduct crane/slipping day on Saturday 13th November. 

We ask that after launching :

• the braces & breast bars are removed from all mobile cradles by the owners.
• that all fixed cradles be removed from the yard by 6pm, Sunday 14th November.

The crane will return on Tuesday 16th November to stack the cradles.

Trailerables will be able to enter the yard from 9am Wednesday 17th November.

The intention at this time is to have a stand alone race on Thursday 18th and Saturday 20th and then revert to our normal race calendar after that as long as restrictions allow this.

Please keep and eye out for notices as we get closer to these dates as this may all change depending on Government directives.

Regards,
Bill Bennett, Rear Commodore

Good News....!!!
The Rocks are offering a takeaway menu each FRIDAY & SATURDAY until lockdown is over!!!!

From 5.30pm their chefs are working hard in the kitchen and will be offering a takeaway menu including these delicious dishes.....(yummmm....)

Orders can be made via their website or over the phone in the late afternoon - 5973 5599