South Cork Sailing Club Notice of Race 2023

SOUTH CORK SAILING CLUB NOTICE OF RACE
1.    Programme/Schedule    of Races.

Racing will take place on the dates and times shown below, but remain subject to confirmation at foregathering meeting on Sunday 30th July 18.00 Boathouse Western Pier

Championship series Monday 31st July to Friday 4th
August afternoon racing (with option to sail Saturday 5th August if 4 or fewer races completed)- a race series for suitable dinghies and their helms and crews to include Ettes, Wayfarers, YW Dayboat, Lasers, Flying Fifteens, Squibs, other classes to consult with Commodore and Racing Secretary prior to entry. At least 2 races are required to be completed to constitute a series. When 5 races have been completed a boats series score will be the total of her race scores excluding her worst score. When fewer than 5 races have been completed a boats series score will be the total of her race scores. A pre-race meeting to be held daily at 14.00 to decide on suitability of racing and to set the course.

Cadet series – Monday 31st July to Friday 4th August a series of morning races for suitable boats. Cadets should be 16 or under and not also helming in the championship series. Suitable classes include Optimists, Picos, Toppers. Others classes to consult with Commodore and Racing Secretary prior to entry. Format to be decided by Sunday 30st July 18.00 depending on entries. At least 2 races are required to be completed to constitute a series. When 5 or more races have been completed a boats series score will be the total of her race scores excluding her worst score. When fewer than 5 races have been completed a boats series score will be the total of her race scores. A pre-race meeting will be held daily at 10.15 to decide on suitability of racing and to set the course.

Important – Pre-race meeting will be held for class representatives. All participants welcome, helmsman only to vote. Meeting will assess conditions, forecast and all other relevant Health & Safety considerations. Course to be posted on club noticeboard opposite Mall House immediately following and publicised on Whats App group.

Sunday 30th July
All-comers Race (14:00 meeting 15:15 start)
Foregathering meeting and registration 18:00 Boathouse Western Pier

Monday 31st July
am Cadets 10.15 meeting 11.00 start
pm Championship 14.00 meeting 15.15 start

Tuesday 1st August
am Cadets 10.15 meeting 11.00 start
pm Championship 14.00 meeting 15.00 start
(eve Cadet BBQ fancy dress letter W)

Wednesday 2nd August
am Cadets 10.15 meeting 11.00 start
pm Championship 14.00 meeting 15.00 start

Thursday 3rd August
am Cadets 10.15 meeting 11.00 start
pm Championship 14.00 meeting 15.00 start

Friday 4th August
am Cadets 10.15 meeting 11.00 start
pm Championship 14.00 meeting 15.00 start
Evening Club Dinner at The Leap Inn. All members invited. Cadets/ Youth strongly encouraged!      There will be a bus to transport if demand. Please make plans early so that Rachael can have numbers by foregathering meeting. It promises to be a great night.

Saturday 5th August
Rest day (if sailing programme on course)
am and/or pm racing if delays due to previous cancellations

Sunday 6th August
pm Mahony cup 15.00, 2nd All-comers / Wallis Cup 15.10

Monday 7th August-Thursday 10th August, to be decided but priorities:
a) Novice cup and second series concurrently (cannot win both), 2 or 3 short races

b) Ocean/Glandore Race  weather dependent

c) Single handed, 2 or 3 short races

Thursday 10th August

c) Single handed, 2 or 3 short races  18:00 AGM and prize giving – Boathouse Western Pier and drinks afterwards at Mary Ann’s

2.    Sailing Instructions.
Racing will be governed by the Racing Rules of Sailing (RRS) 2021-2024, and SCSC local rules. Sailing instructions will be posted on the website 2 weeks prior to the commencement of the event and available from the Commodore and Racing Secretary

3.    Registration    will take place on Sunday 30th July 18.00 by completion of the form(s) at http://southcorksailingclub.com/boat-and-crew-submission/

4. Conditions of Entry.

Rule 4 of the racing rules of sailing states: “The responsibility for a boat’s decision to participate in a race or to continue racing is hers alone.” By completing this entry form the entrant is agreeing to all the Terms and Conditions set out in the Sailing Instructions including but not limited to the following;

Sailing is by its nature an unpredictable sport and therefore involves an element of risk. By taking part in the races and other activities (“the event”) organised by the South Cork Sailing Club, each competitor agrees and acknowledges that:

a. They are aware of the inherent element of risk involved in the sport and accept responsibility for the exposure of themselves, their crew and their boat to such inherent risk whilst taking part in the event;

b. They are responsible for the safety of themselves, their crew, their boat and their other property whether afloat or ashore;

c. They accept responsibility for any injury, damage or loss to the extent caused by their own actions or omissions;

d. Their boat is in good order, equipped to sail in the event and they are fit to participate;

e. The provision of a race management team, patrol boats, umpires and other officials and volunteers by the organiser does not relieve them of their own responsibilities;

f. The provision of safety/patrol boat cover is limited to such assistance, particularly in extreme weather conditions, as can be practically provided in the circumstances;

g. It is their responsibility to familiarise themselves with any risks specific to this venue or this event drawn to their attention in any rules and information produced for the venue or event and to attend any safety briefing held for the event;

and

h. Their boat is adequately insured, with cover of at least Euro 2 million against third party claims.

Register by using the forms at http://southcorksailingclub.com/boat-and-crew-submission/