It’s the biggest sailing event in the World. On the same day sailors in club’s across the globe get involved in one race!

We will take entries on the day, but ideally please sign-up in advance here http://www.bartsbash.com/jersey/st-catherines-sailing-club also spread the word and get fundraising for a great cause!

We are sailing on a falling 11.7m tide, so please make every effort to follow the following itinerary for the morning:

09:30  Sailors start to arrive and rig their boats
10:00  Event Briefing
10:10  First boats start to launch
10:45  Last boats launched
11:00  Start of Race – duration approx. 1 hour
12:00  First boats head back to slip
12:30  Remainder of the boats recovered – bottom of slip uncovers

House are laying on a simple lunch afterwards, so we can all chat about how well things went!

This day is very much about having fun on the water and getting as many sailors involved as we can. So all standards are welcome, there will be plenty of on the water RIB support to coach you around if you are a beginner. [On the day itself of course we will advise if the conditions are suitable or not for novice sailors that are unsure].

Please do come down to the club, this is also a social occasion and a chance to learn what the club can offer. For new members also an opportunity to chat to some of the old hands.  We are also planning a second hand sailing gear sale, so there is always the chance of picking up a bargain!

Hope to see you there

We are only 3 weeks away from the largest sailing event in the world on Sunday 18th September, the day the world goes sailing! Come and join in at St Catherine’s Sailing Club, start time 11.00am.

We are planning for another great day with an emphasis on fun and participation, so whether you are a novice or experienced racer

sign-up at  http://www.bartsbash.com/jersey/st-catherines-sailing-club

Bart’s Bash has seen more than 45,000 sailors participate at their home clubs in 62 countries across the past 2 years. The event is a great opportunity to raise funds for the Andrew Simpson Sailing Trust, which is focused on encouraging young people to get involved in the wonderful sport of sailing. Donations can be made by each sailor on the website.

Spread the word to your family and friends and let’s see if we can achieve the biggest fleet and fund raising event St Catherine’s Sailing Club has ever seen!

It’s a shame but given the high wind forecast its been decided to cancel.

Next Sunday morning   (meeting at 10:00 a.m.)  is especially for any juniors that have been training on one of our RYA level 1 – 4 courses this summer.

Lets celebrate that you are learning to sail!

They’ll be some free sailing in club oppis and Pico’s, a  few short races for those that would like to. This is also a great chance for parents to find out more about the club and what the next steps are after your training finishes this summer.

Hot dogs, salad and cakes for lunch! Here is the poster with more information Junior Fun Regatta 2016

Please e-mail theraimbaults@gmail.com asap if you would like to come along so we have an ideas of numbers. or tel 857987 with any questions.

Bronze, Silver & Gold Races
This Thursday 4th heralds the start of a new format for our summer evening races, giving everyone a chance to race and win!
Although the start at 7pm will include all dinghies, we are splitting the results into three fleets.
Gold fleet racers will be experienced sailors and past trophy winners, with the Silver fleet made up of those who have some previous experience of racing.
The Bronze fleet is specifically for novices and first time racers, so come and have a go!
A member of the Sailing Committee will be on hand from 5pm to give advice and assistance if you need reassurance.

Class Championships 2016
Our annual Class Championship Regatta this Sunday 7th will consist of three races back to back, starting promptly at 10am.
If you sail a popular class of dinghy at the Club, please join in, to race boat for boat and boost the fleet numbers.
A ‘Remnants’ class will also be factored in, using the PY handicap system, so that no-one is left ashore!

Lunch will be an informal bring your own BBQ so please bring your own snorkers,  buns and burgers and grill away!

Cruise to Rozel

Meet at the Club 9:30 This Sunday Morning (24th July)
If you like the idea of a gentle sail round to Rozel, leaving around 10.00 and going with the tide, picnic at Rozel and return at slack tide, before 1500 hours when the steps at the bottom of the slip will begin to uncover.  Minimum size of boat is Pico.  The trip is not suitable for Optimists. This is recommended for experienced helms only.

The final plan will be confirmed on Sunday and is also subject to a minimum of two RIB drivers (with crew) and sufficient interest from sailors. Of course weather dependent too, though current forecast looks good and tides work well. [Force 3 Westerly: High 10:15: Low 16:51]

Don’t forget to bring a picnic and sun cream!

Contact organiser Jeremy Barnes if you can help with RIB support or if you have any questions. Tel 07797 714 751   e-mail: jsb.jeremybarnes@gmail.com

UBS Regatta : Early Entry Discount

Friday 9^th to Sunday 11^th September

Discount for entries received no later than Monday 18^th July. With just over two months to go, the UBS Jersey Regatta will soon be upon us. The Notice of Race, including entry form, is available on www.jerseyregatta.com.  Full details are to be found in the Notice of Race.
Whilst the absolute closing date for entries is Tuesday 6^th September, entry fees are significantly discounted for boats submitting their entry forms no later than Monday 18^th July.

Southampton Boat Show : Offer to Club Members
Show Runs from 16th – 25th Sept.

Annual Regatta

Its the 63rd SCSC annual regatta from this Friday 8th  – Sunday 10th July. This is our main event of the year and there is something for everyone so hope to see you there.

There are 13 races in all over the weekend including open handicap, ladies only, his and hers, age group races, pursuit races and many more. The Trophee de Paris  is for all our new oppie racing sailors.

We need lots of help over the weekend on RIBS and also in the kitchen. Donations of salads and cakes (and more cakes!) very welcome. House will be very busy keeping us all well fed and watered!

You can sign up to use a club boat from Thursday evening, when a sign-on sheet will be available at the club.

The traditional Sea Sunday service is also taking place on Sunday morning, with a blessing of the boats. The attendees are invited for a cup of tea and cake afterwards in the club house.

Its going to be a busy weekend!

Here is the NOR with all the details SCSC Regatta NoR  and please note Amendment 1 2016

Jubilee Regatta – This Weekend

This Sunday is Jubilee Regatta with 3 races and lunch provided by House, what could be a finer way to spend Fathers day!   There will be 2 races before lunch, the first starting at 10:00 a.m.  As the tide is going out we then plan to moor the boats just off the beach, so something a bit different being organised by our sailing committee.  After lunch we are out (via the beach!) for the final race and once that’s complete we’ll be able to get back on the slip….It’s bound to be fun so I hope you make it.

CI Masters – Next Weekend

Next weekend a reminder to all sailors of a certain age (more precisely, 35 and over) that the big event of the calendar is approaching. It’s the chance for us experienced sailors to enjoy friendly competition  with our fellow Guernsey masters!  So if you plan to sail, but haven’t yet entered, please do so soon. If you enter before the 20th June it works out cheaper!

Here are all the details

CI Masters 2016 NOR Final

CI Masters 2016 SI Final

Gorey Regatta is this Weekend

The notice of Race and entry form is on line now. Please get your entries in before Thursday 9th June. www.goreyregatta.org.

This is sure to be an excellent weekend of sailing action, hope to see you there.  If you would like to take part in the traditional sail around from the club on Friday, please be there by 5:00 pm for a 6:00 pm launch. Final launch decision weather dependent, transport will be available  to get your trailer to Gorey.

The Regatta has a great social side;

Fri 7:30 :  Complimentary drinks at the Dolphin

Sat 6:30 for 7: BBQ Supper at St Catherine’s SC  (Adults £12, Children (under 12) £6

Sun 6:30 for 7:   Prize giving & buffet at the Moorings

All the details for the races and events are available here on the  Notice of Race

Will Carnegie is organising RIB support, we just need a few more volunteers to ensure full cover, so contact will@willcarnegie.com if you would like to help out as a crew. Also if you can help with the BBQ on Saturday please let Cath or Louise know.