This Sunday – First Aid Course

For those of you who signed up for the DBSC first aid training, remember to complete your online training modules before the course this Sunday. We look forward to seeing you all primed and ready to go in person on Sunday morning – training is from 9am to noon at the clubhouse.

BBWP – More Participation Needed

We only have a few people signed up for the Brett Beyer Winter Program starting on Sunday 2 May. We need at least 10 participants for the program to proceed. If you’re interested in improving your sailing skills over the winter season, please sign up HERE now. 

Celebrating 50 Years of the Laser

DBSC will host a large exhibition of ILCA Laser dinghies sailing on the iconic Sydney Harbour on Sunday, 30 May 2021, to mark the 50th anniversary of the one-design class. We’re planning to invite anyone who has access to a Laser to sail from the Sydney Opera House to South Head, starting at 8.30am (time to be confirmed). This will be followed by festivities at the club. 

Please save the date for this historic event! 

RSVP for DBSC Ski Trip – Last Chance to Sign Up

Please email Andrew HERE if you are interested in attending the DBSC ski weekend on 20-22 August (especially if you put your hand up at the race briefing). This is the last chance to join the DBSC gang as we hit the slopes this winter. 

Lost Property

We’re about to do a lost property purge. Please check the pile of misplaced items to make sure none of them are yours. 

Members Helping Out

A quick thank you to the many members who do their part in helping keep DBSC a well-run, all-volunteer organization.  We know that so many of you volunteer week in and week out, and it’s much appreciated.

Two special mentions this week. Jim Dounis gave us a list of things after his recent COTD duties, and he also fixed them – new tackle reels, missing anchor c-clamp … all sourced, purchased, and installed.  

Separately, Daryl Lawrence decided (unasked) to purchase a glass polishing kit and to donate his time and the kit to polish the badly scratched front windscreen of the Jazzman. He had noticed the scratches, and he made the decision to do something about it.  

Thanks to Jim, Daryl, and the many others who do their part -- taking ownership of problems and fixing them unasked. It’s actions like these that make DBSC the amazing place it is. 

Sailing with the Crocks

Last week Brett Beyer and Nick Alexander competed in Sail Airlie and the Open Queensland State Titles in Bowen. Brett took out both in light tricky conditions. Nick was 5th overall in the States. Well done to both DBSCers. 

The highlight of the trip was the crocodile warning sign at the top of the boat ramp where they launched each day (see below). 

Fees Due

A gentle reminder that that membership fees for 2021/22 are due 30 April 2021. Please email Emily if you have not yet received your invoice.

Please also settle your canteen accounts ASAP using either EFTPOS or cash, or email Justin for bank transfer.

History Corner

Although there has been a relationship with the 18ft sailors since the foundation of DBSC the current arrangements were formalised in 1989. DBSC change rooms were made available to 18ft sailors between 2pm and 5:30pm on Sundays and the canteen was to be operational and fully equipped each Sunday to offer light refreshments and snacks.

60 Seconds With Ian Tudball

1. How old were you when you first stepped on a boat? I first stepped onto my dad's small fishing boat on Port Philip Bay as a 12 year old. 6 months later my dad had bought a Heron and we joined Elwood Sailing Club. (and he could still fish from it).

2. If money (and sailing ability) were no limit, what boat would you buy? Palm Beach 38 motor boat. Great boat for watching yacht racing.

3. What is your ultimate sailing goal? To beat Commodore Cox of DBSC in a race.

4. Tell us the story behind the name of your Laser? My son sourced my secondhand Laser in Brisbane, and he was responsible for naming rites. He chose a family theme.

5. If you could add any ingredient to DBSC's world’s best toasties – what would it be? My grandmother's special chutney recipe.

6. What are your second/third favourite hobbies (assuming sailing is #1)? Attending live music, renovating old houses.

7. Describe what you do for work in less than five words? Architect / boutique property developer.

8. What is the first international destination you will travel to (once we're allowed) and why? Happy staying put in Australia, and I regularly commute between Melbourne / Sydney and Byron (subject to borders being open).

9. What is your favourite TV show, movie, and/or book? A family favourite movie with a music theme "The Commitments". Paul Elevstrom books are prominent on my book shelves. My TV is mostly tuned to SBS.

10. Tell us something interesting about yourself that members of the club don’t know? Although I have lived in Melbourne most of my life, Sydney Harbour always had a special attraction and I often chauffeured a young, hyperactive, teenage James to regattas on The Harbour. The lock-down of Victoria in July 2020, was the perfect time to quit Victoria, and I then spent Saturday afternoons watching the Lasers race from Double Bay, and enjoying a few training beers with Club members. It was 20 years since I had sailed, and with the advice of members, I bought a boat, and I am now able to get around the course without tipping. DBSC is a great club with wonderful, welcoming members.

1979 Australian 1/4 ton Championship sailed on Port Philip Bay