Archive for December, 2023

GTYC are hosting the first Cruising Workshop for 2024.

Open to all Trailable yacht owner who are interested in cruising.

Date:             Basic Program – Saturday Feb 24th

Time:  ​10am – 4pm and Flare Demonstration / Practical after dinner 7:30pm

Location: ​GTYC Clubroom, St Helens Harbour Geelong

Saturdays training: • Admin and organising cruises, including levels of difficulty, recommended setup and cruising leader and participants roles and responsibilities. 
• Main sail reefing
• Trailer maintenance
• Heaving to
• Checking Safety equipment (e.g. testing inflatable PFD’s)
• Flare demo and practical

Cost: $30 including pizza dinner and Workshop materials. 

Please Note: Drinks are available to purchase at the club and there is a BBQ if you wish to use this for your lunch.

BYO Lunch and flares

Link to documents below.