LoughSwillyYC

Lough Swilly Yacht Club makes contribution to RNLI

2010-02-28T21:02:00.002Z

Lough Swilly Yacht Club raised 2000 Euro for the RNLI at their annual dinner dance held recently at An Grianan Hotel. Presenting cheque to John McCarter, Chair of Swilly RNLI Fundraising Committee, Commodore, Paul McSorley said, ‘We were delighted with the amount raised by our members. The RNLI provides a much needed 24-hour search and rescue service throughout our coastal waters. As a Yacht Club this is vital for us and all involved in any marine leisure activity’. John McCarter, added, ‘We are delighted to receive this generous contribution from the Lough Swilly Yacht Club. As an organisation managed totally be volunteers, we are dependent on donations to enable us to provide our search and rescue service throughout the year.’

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Karen Sleat (LSYC), Mark Barnett, (RNLI), Antoin MacGabhann (LSYC), Paul McSorley (LSYC),Paul Hasson (LsYC), John Mc Carter(RNLI), Tarla MacGabhann (lSYC) Liam Grant (RNLI), John McFeeley (LSYC), Luke McBride (LSYC), Kieran McAllister (LSYC)

2009-12-10T22:23:00.002Z

NEWSFLASH!!

Hot Toddy One-off race
Sat 12 Dec - Starts Fahan 13.30. (HW 15.19).
Prize-giving afterwards

Cork First to Cape Town

2009-11-12T23:50:00.001Z

From the clipper website:

The jubilant crew of Cork, Ireland, has arrived in Cape Town after taking victory in Race 3, the South Atlantic leg, of the Clipper 09-10 Round the World Yacht Race. They crossed the finish line in Table Bay at 1638 local time (1438 GMT), accompanied by a pod of dolphins surfing down the face of the waves. Earlier in the day the cloud had lifted to reveal the iconic shape of Table Mountain which dominates the Cape Town skyline but it was in brooding conditions that the team crossed the line with Capetonian crew member, Marlon Jones, 20, at the helm.

Marlon, who started sailing five years ago at Cape Town’s Izivunguvungu Sailing Academy, joined the crew of Cork in Rio de Janeiro for the 3,300-mile race across the Atlantic back to his home city and his family was at Royal Cape Yacht Club to welcome him.

Beaming proudly Marlon said, “Helming over the finish line was great! I wanted to give the wheel to the skipper but he said no, I must keep it – it made me feel so proud. The whole thing was great fun – they made me feel really welcome and part of the crew.”

The Irish team, led by skipper Richie Fearon, has led the race for the last six days, working themselves into an unassailable position to claim their first win of the 35,000-mile challenge of a lifetime.

Stepping off Cork onto the pontoon at Royal Cape Yacht Club an ecstatic Richie said, “That was absolutely brilliant – it’s great to arrive here first. It was hard out there; big seas and big winds and we pushed the boat good and hard. As a crew we came well together and I’d say we deserve it. We kept the boat going ahead of the others and I’m really chuffed.”

News of Cork’s victory has already reached the Irish Ambassador to South Africa. His Excellency, Colin Wrafter, said, "This is fantastic, the crew have done marvellously well. There deserve a few good days in lovely Cape Town. I am so proud of them. Up Cork!"

The crew were entertained by a traditional Cape Town minstrel group, the Ghoema Entertainers. The colourful troupe are regulars in Cape Town’s unique annual minstrel competition and have also played at the opening ceremonies of the cricket and rugby union World Cups.

Competition among the fleet is fierce and a battle royal is being waged between Team Finland and Uniquely Singapore for second and third place. Both teams are expected to arrive at Royal Cape Yacht Club this evening.

The rest of the ten strong fleet, including Jamaica Lightning Bolt, Hull & Humber, Qingdao, Spirit of Australia, Edinburgh Inspiring Capital, Cape Breton Island and California are due to finish in the next few days and are all expected in Cape Town by Sunday afternoon.

Cork Leads!

2009-11-07T18:37:00.004Z

1129 miles to go and Cork is in pole position having covered 125 miles in the last 12 hours!
Follow at:www.clipperroundtheworld.com/index.php/Follow/RaceViewer

Ships log update

2009-11-05T22:23:00.002Z

Thanks to John Lawrence for bringing attention to:
www.atanchor.com
This website details the travels of the good ship CALUSA, crewed by several members of the club !!

Dinner Dance

2009-11-05T22:15:00.002Z

A reminder that the LSYC Dinner Dance takes place on friday 20th November at An Grinan Hotel, Commodores Reception at 730pm. Tickets in advance from Paul Hasson.

Also thanks to www.swannetgundry.com for sponsoring prizes

Cork Crew Diaries

2009-09-28T14:44:00.002+01:00

After loosing 21 spinnaker hours, Cork is back on the race pace and crew morale is on the up, read the crew diaries at: CrewDiaries

Start of Clipper Race 2009

2009-09-15T21:46:00.006+01:00

Richie and the crew of 'Cork' boat lead the fleet as they left Hull on Sunday for the start of their round the world challenge.

Their progess and position (updated 3hourly) can be followed on http://www.clipperroundtheworld.com/

Strictly for the Hey Hey!

2009-09-10T11:34:00.003+01:00

I was lucky enough to be able to spend a few days earlier this week onboard the Clipper Yacht "Cork" as she makes her final preparations for the Round the World Race. Hats off to Richie as he takes on the challenge of Skippering this 68ft monster around the Globe!!!
Full report on ships' blog page
Follow the action at: www.clipperroundtheworld.com/cork

2009-09-03T21:34:00.002+01:00

Lough Swilly Yacht Club Railway Tavern & Lifeboat Regattas

Sat 12 Sept 2009

Fahan creek Start @ 10am Sharp ( HW 12.09 )

Open event, 2 Races, 3 fleets
Reception & Presentation in Railway Tavern Afterwards　

Dinghy Regatta
Sun 13 Sept 2009

Fahan creek11am - 3pm
Open event

Senior & Junior (U16) fleets

BBQ & Prizes in Clubhouse after

5€ entry per boat

2009-08-18T21:08:00.001+01:00

Railway Tavern Regatta Rescheduled:

As the Railway Tavern Event was not held last weekend it has been rescheduled to 12th Sept to coincide with the Lifeboat regatta

Railway Tavern Regatta

2009-08-12T12:04:00.001+01:00

Railway Tavern Regatta - Saturday 15 August

High Water 1342
First Race 1100

There will be two races, windward leeward course, utilizing the club marker buoys.
(In the event of poor weather there will be one longer race starting and finishing at Fahan)
Further details on VHF from the Officer of the Day.

Our thanks to Ronan in the Railway Tavern for hosting the prize-giving
and providing refreshments and a glass of wine after racing, circa 4pm.

Swilly worlds 2009

2009-07-29T23:04:00.002+01:00

Friday 31 Aug
Clubhouse open, BBQ lit - Bring your own grub!

FAHAN REGATTA Saturday 1st Aug HW 1555
Skippers Briefing 11am Race Start 1300
Prize-giving & dinner in the clubhouse at 8pm,
Entertainment til late

BUNCRANA REGATTA Sunday 2nd Aug
HW 1658 Race Start 1400
Prize-giving & commodores gourmet burgers
in the clubhouse at 8pm

RATHMULLAN REGATTA Monday 3rd Aug
HW 1749 Race Start 1430
Prize-giving in the White Hart- Weather Permitting

Swilly Worlds 2009

2009-07-28T18:02:00.001+01:00

Swilly Worlds: 1st, 2nd, & 3rd August 2009

Regattas
First Race Saturday……..1300hrs
Sunday……….1400hrs
Monday…...….1430hrs

Skippers briefing at Yacht club 1100hrs Saturday 1st.

2009-07-27T18:09:00.002+01:00

A week Afloat on Fahan Creek- 19 –24 July 09
Last weeks "week afloat on Fahan Creek" was a memorable week with competitive sailing alongside some taking a more relaxed approach. From small and stormy beginnings on Sunday, numbers grew steadily, with a fleet of 7 boats on Friday evening. The unsettled weather offered a variety of conditions for young sailors and there was plenty of practice at capsizing. There was one particularly electrifying moment when lightning struck the Creek on Tuesday evening. Fortunately racing had been abandoned and all sailors were ashore at the time. The week finished on Friday evening with a bit of craic, a barbeque and prize giving in the Clubhouse. Many thanks to all who took part and to all those who helped out during the week. I look forward to the regrowth of dinghy sailing in the Club and hope to have the week afloat as an annual event.
Results-

Series winners – 1st Stephen Doherty/ Charlie McBride, Joint 2nd – Ronan Lawrence- Topper & Eimile McSorley- Pico 3rd Aoife & Roise McSorley- Pico (Skittles)
Seamanship Skills (Capsize drill & retrieve fender) 1st Johnny Coyle - Topper2nd Stephen Doherty/ Ronan Lawrence - Topaz Uno3rd Eimile McSorley- Pico
General Sailing Knowledge – Johnny Coyle

Paul McSorley
Vice Commodore

Results

2009-07-21T23:04:00.002+01:00

Results are now online:

Results up to 11th July 2009

Handicap System

OPEN DAY 23/07/09

2009-07-08T19:47:00.001+01:00

There will be an “Open Day” in Lough Swilly Yacht Club on Thursday 23 July 09.

This will commence at 6.30pm.

This will be an opportunity for anyone interested in Water Sports to visit the club and view the facilities and activities on offer.

Persons wishing to attend will have an opportunity to crew on members sail boats or try Dinghy Sailing.

The Clubhouse will be open from 6.30 pm and further details are available by contacting Luke ( 07 887 997 800 ) or Karen (00353 74 93 60223)

Dinghy Sailing

2009-07-05T12:20:00.002+01:00

It is planned to have dinghy sailing every weekday evening during the week of the 20th July

Keep an eye online for more info...

Melmore Rally

2009-07-03T17:24:00.002+01:00

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Sailing School

2009-07-03T17:22:00.001+01:00

2009 Summer Sailing Programme Rathmullan
Get sailing this summer with the Rathmullan Watersports School. Our ISA certified instructors will be offering three levels of courses designed to get you on the water and up to speed in our fleet of new Laser Pico dinghies. The Rathmullan Watersports School is run by the Rathmullan and District Resource Centre in association with the Lough Swilly Yacht Club. All of our instructors are fully ISA certified. The Centre is currently applying for full ISA Centre recognition and hopes to have achieved this by programme begin.
For more information and a booking form, go to www.rathmullan.info or contact the Rathmullan Watersports School at rathmullanwatersports@gmail.com

Tory Island

2009-06-27T17:14:00.001+01:00

The race to Tory took place on 13 June from Fahan under glorious sunshine. Winds remained fairly constant until the fleet reached Swillymore when conditions were flukey and some Yachts getting caught up in fishing lines. Chilli Paddi with only 2 on board were a victim and one crew member had to deploy diving gear to free a line caught under the keel.The winds turned light towards the end with a number of boats retiring. Faustina drifted yards from the finishing line for 47 minutes before finally crossing it. Chilli paddi persevered to win Class 1 with the elated team on Magic Spell taking honours in Class 2.
Festivities on the Island were some what toned down as a sign of respect for the passing of an Islander. The Dutiful King obliged in the presentation ceremonies were a large crowd gathered in the local Hotel for the prize giving. A good weekend was had.

2009-06-23T19:24:00.000+01:00

The dinghy season opened after the opening day lunch on Sunday with 8 boats on the water. It was encouraging to see a new generation of young sailors taking the helms of their own vessels as well as members new to the club taking part. Winds were light and flukey, making for some tactical sailing in the first race. Not all persisted in the taxing conditions but the winners were - 1st Weeble, Laser II (Caoimhe McKenna & Robert Nicholls), 2nd Stephen Doherty in a Topaz Uno, 3rd Jack Hutton in a Topper. The 2nd race was abandoned by popular consent in favour of capsize drills. It is good to see that the young generation take safety seriously. All in all it was a good start to the season and I look forward to the continued growth of dinghy sailing at the club. Paul McSorley
Vice Commodore

Dinghy Sailing

2009-06-16T18:42:00.002+01:00

The LSYC dinghy sailing programme kicks off this weekend on Sunday 21st June from 4pm-7pm

Dinghy group meet at slipway at 4pm, club boats available for use by club members

Opening Day Lunch

2009-06-16T18:38:00.001+01:00

The opening day lunch will take place this Sunday 21st June in the newly refurbished clubhouse at 1pm
Price €15 Adults, €5 Kids

Topaz Nationals

2009-06-08T16:41:00.002+01:00

When most club members are on their way to Tory Island for the weekend, Stephen Doherty will be competing at the Union Chandlery Topaz Nationals at Malahide Yacht Club, wish him luck on the 13th and 14th of June!!!
more info available at www.topazclass.com