Racing Returns This Sunday Morning
Kirk Marcolina
Get your winter woollies ready. Racing returns to DBSC with our Winter Championship this Sunday morning. This will be the first of 8 Sundays of racing for the series, which will conclude on 26 July. We’ve had a great response so far – over 20 members have signed up, with strong competitive fields in both fleets. If you are interested in participating in the Winter Series, and if you haven’t done so already, you must fill out this form.
It is likely that we will have more than 10 boats in some fleets at least some weeks, which will require special COVID-19 segregation strategies in the clubhouse and the park. Remember that due to public health restrictions no more than 10 people can be in the clubhouse or in the rigging area at one time.
To avoid this Radials will arrive at 7.00 for a 7.25 splash and 8am start. Full rigs will arrive at 7.30 for a 7.55 splash and 8.30am start. If there are more than 10 boats in any fleet, the additional sailors must wait for their turn in the club and then move to a different part of the park to rig. We suggest boats alternate rigging with the first five rigging west of the boat ramps, the next five in front of the club, then split between groups until 10 in each. Then if needed, a third group in the main park.
It is critical to avoid inter-mingling of the groups on land and there must be real and noticeable separation between the groups. It’s important that you make sure you do not miss your time slot based on your rig. There will be a “compliance marshal” to make sure everyone is following the rules.
In addition to these rules please also remember the following:
Stay home if you feel the least bit unwell or if anyone in your immediate family or work colleagues has COVID-19
The 1.5m social distancing rules apply inside the club and in the park
Hand sanitizer will be provided at the club and must be used prior to entry and after touching any equipment
You must sign on with an active mobile number – as this will allow us fulfil our requirement to maintain contact tracing records
No getting changed in the club (it takes up one of the 10-people spots needed to move boats in and out)
No use of toilets, showers, front deck, or canteen – it is get in, get out
Those who indicate interest in participating regularly will be rostered as PRO / COTD
Race management will occur on a RIB (not the Jazzman)
There will be no race briefing. Please familiarize yourself with the SIs HERE.
PRO / COTD / Compliance Marshall to arrive at 6.30am to set the course and prepare the club (the roster will be emailed to participants )
We encourage you to download the COVIDSafe App, and make sure it is active when you come to the club
Please note that due to COVID restrictions there will be limited on-water safety resources for this series. Members should not sail with old gear, or in conditions that are not suitable for them. Please review our safety guidelines HERE and read our risk warning, release of liability and conditions HERE. Always remember it’s your individual decision whether or not to sail.
We are excited to see everyone on Sunday morning; it’s going to be great to get back out on the water with you all.
Winter Series - 2 June 2019