Try Crewing on a sailing boat - September 12th
by BIA NSW on 5 Sep 2010
BIA NSW
Have you ever dreamt about being part of a yacht crew? The Boating Industry Association in conjunction with Yachting NSW have partnered with selected clubs in Newcastle, the Central Coast and Sydney to let people try this magnificent pastime for free.
Scheduled for Sunday 12th September, Try Crewing Day, as it has been named, has been designed to allow people with an interest in sailing to see what it would be like to be a crew member on a boat. The day is free for registered participants.
The day will consist of a club briefing or a beginner’s guide to crewing, it will be followed by a tour of a boat and sail, and will conclude with a chat at the club about how you can further participate in this wonderful sport. All clubs run regular social, twilight and racing days and evenings. An important part of the Try Crewing Day is to let you know how to become a regular part of these events.
This year’s participating clubs are; RANSA at Rushcutters Bay, Royal Motor Yacht Club in Port Hacking, the Middle Harbour Yacht Club in Mosman, the Gosford Sailing Club and the Newcastle Cruising Yacht Club in Wickham.
Participants must register on line in advance at www.bia.org.au and must be over 18 years of age to participate. Numbers are strictly limited. So get along and get involved in a great day!
About the Boating Industry Association of NSW Ltd
The Boating Industry Association of NSW (BIA) is a not-for-profit industry organisation, which represents more than 90 percent of the retail boating industry in New South Wales. Member companies include boat builders, retailers, engine distributors, yacht brokers, trailer manufacturers, ship chandleries, hire and charter boat operators, marinas, shipwrights, mechanical and electrical engineers as well as ancillary services. All BIA members adhere to a voluntary Code of Practice and Code of Ethics. In addition, the BIA is involved in responding to issues relating to the recreational use of NSW’s waterways, including the environment, boating safety, access and public facilities. For more information, please visit www.bia.org.au
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