Good afternoon [Preferred Name], here is your latest edition of our RNZYS news
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#415 | Thursday 2nd September 2021
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Due to Alert Level 4 restrictions, RNZYS is closed and will not
re-open until we move down to Alert Level 2.
We will update you as the situation develops and when more information comes to hand. We encourage all members to stay safe over this time and we hope to be able to welcome you back to the Squadron very soon. |
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Learn to Sail for FREE in LockdownHave you been thinking about learning to sail but don't usually have the time? The RNZYS is excited to announce that we will be offering a FREE online Level 1 Learn to Sail Course during this lockdown. This will consist of three 90 minute webinars starting at 7pm on 14th, 16th and 21st September. The course will cover all the theory for the Yachting NZ Introduction to Keelboats Course. There will be an option for attendees to spend a day on the water once Auckland is at Alert Level 2 for a reduced price of just $250 to achieve the Yachting NZ qualification. For more information about the Learn to Sail course - check out our Training at RNZYS website HERERegister today for your FREE online course - HERE
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Lockdown eSailingAre you missing sailing? eSailing is BACK! We will be running eSailing competitions including the Havana Club Rum Race - Friday 3rd September @ 4pm. Plus the Doyle Sails eSailing Competition on Wednesday 8th September @ 4pm. Lots of prizes up for grabs, get involved and register today!
Havana Club Rum Race | 3rd Sept 4pm - Sign up HERE
Doyle Sails Wednesday Race | 8th Sept 4pm - Sign up HERE
Learn to eSail | 5th September 2pm - Email [email protected]
If you would like to get involved but need some help with getting set up and learning the ‘virtual’ ropes Pete Linford our Learn to Sail Manager is running a zoom tutorial on Sunday 5th September @ 2pm.
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Coastal Race Clinic - Going Virtual14 September | 6pm - Virtual ZoomAre you racing in the upcoming PIC Coastal Classic OR RNZYS Three Kings Offshore Race? As well as learning about safety and tactics, B&G and Predictwind will also speak about how to get the most out of forecasting and your instruments when racing offshore Join the Zoom Call - HEREMeeting ID: 878 8512 1445 |
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Lockdown Recipe of the WeekSeafood Cioppino
by Chef Jean BritoFor this week, Chef would like to bring back and oldie but favourite from the Members Bar menu of summer 2019, a delicious seafood tomato based broth, easy to make and very flavoursome cioppino. View the Recipe - HERE
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Anchor Tees - Unisex (available in white and navy)
$60 | $54 Members Price Don't forget to enter the promo code ' rnzysmember' for your 10% discount. *Please note dispatch will be when Auckland returns to Alert Level 3
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Lockdown Wine delivered to your DoorAs we are currently unable to operate our Bottle Shop as normal, our friends at Butterworth Estate are helping us to help you. Order any 6 or 12 bottles of our 150th Anniversary range of wines and Butterworth will ship them direct to you. Order your bottles through RNZYS online bottle shop HERE. This offer is only valid for our 150th wines which are made in collaboration with Butterworth Estate.
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Colouring in CompetitionKids going crazy or bored? Enter our 'Colouring in’ competition and show us your creativity. Download your colouring sheet HERE and email by end of day Wednesday 8th September with a photo or scan with your name and age to: [email protected]
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Windward Leeward Racing with Sailing Director Laurie JuryThursday 9th September - 7pm
Learn the top tips to get your boat in the best position during windward leeward racing all from the comfort of your own home while we wait to go sailing again.
Join the Zoom Call - HERE Meeting ID: 811 8836 6342 Passcode: 709761
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Richard Woodyear-Smith
RNZYS Life Member Mr Richard Woodyear-Smith #2987 has sadly passed away. Richard joined the club in March 1955 making him one of the Squadron’s longer serving members with 66.5 years of service recorded. Richard was recognised as a Life Member during 1999, acknowledging his work, passion and dedication to the Club and Race Management throughout many decades.
Our sincere condolences to Richard’s family, may he rest in peace. |
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Sailing:Auckland Match Racing supported by HARKEN – Postponed (20-22 Aug) Crew Mixer Night – Cancelled (31 Aug) PIC Cruising Dinner – Postponed (1 Sept) Havana Club Rum Race - Cancelled (3 Sept & 10 Sept) Doyle Sails Winter Series Race 11 - Cancelled (11 Sept) Doyle Sails Winter Season Prizegiving - Postponed (11 Sept) Club Events: 150th GALA – Postponed (21 Aug) AGM – Postponed (26 Aug) *Note new intended date will be on the Thursday, 2 weeks after we have entered Level 2 restrictions. We will await government announcements and update further as information comes to hand.
Milford Asset Management Lunch – Postponed (27 Aug) Quiz Night – Cancelled (2 Sept & 16 Sept) Kawau Tree Planting Days – Postponed (4 Sept, 5 Sept, 10 Sept, 11 Sept) Fathers Day Bungy & Climb Experience - Cancelled (5 Sept) Matakana Wine & Food Appreciation Evening - Postponed (9 Sept) Should the Auckland Port Move? Speaker Series - Postponed (15 Sept) PIC Insurance Auckland Rugby Night - Postponed (17 Sept) Please note we are currently planning to reschedule all sailing, club racing and club events where possible pending government announcements.
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Barfoot & Thompson Ladies Series Entry DealEnter the 2021 Barfoot & Thompson Ladies Series before the 13th September and you could win a ecostore gift pack! Tuesday summer Ladies racing starts back on the 5th October and there is already a strong gathering of women on the entry list. More details + enter HERE
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RNZYS YTP Alumni Regatta15 - 17th October 2021We are calling all current and past YTP sailors, graduates, coaches, staff, and volunteers together for a very special RNZYS 150th event this year. The weekend includes a harbour race, Elliott 7 sprint racing & match racing, as well as a fun evening or two off the water. We encourage you to spread the word and get your expressions of interest in today. More details HERE + expressions of interest can be found on our website HERE
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Barfoot & Thompson
Bridge to Bean 2021
Entry opens 17th September
The Barfoot & Thompson Bridge to Bean Race is set to be held on Sunday 19th December and entries will open on Friday 17th September at 5pm. With only 150 entry spots available, we suggest you get this date locked into your calendar if you are wanting totake part in this unique RNZYS 150th celebration year event. You won't want to miss out on the fun as 150 sailing dinghies and foiling vessels make a dash from the Harbour Bridge to Bean Rock! More race details HERE
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RNZYS Corporate Regatta4th November 2021We're less than four months away from this years edition of the RNZYS Corporate Regatta! Make sure you save the date in your diaries, you won't want to miss out on a great day on and off the water, including: sailing, a party with premium food & beverage, entertainment, and a live auction with plenty of amazing items up for grabs. If you want to purchase tickets, provide a boat or auction items - get in touch via: [email protected]
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Colouring of the week: We loved Olivia Burrett's entry into our colouring competition of 52 footer V5. Owner, Brian Peterson and his crew have offered for the winner to enjoy a rum race on V5 once the COVID lockdown restrictions lift. Congratulations Olivia!
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RNZYS Corporate Members, Supporters & Sponsors listed HERE
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Royal New Zealand Yacht Squadron
181 Westhaven Drive, Westhaven, Auckland
[email protected] | www.rnzys.org.nz | 09 360 6800
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