Jericho Sailing Centre AssociationApril 11, 2013
                   
in the wind
Ahoy Vancouver Ocean Lovers: 
   
Here is what's "in the wind", coming events and items of interest at the Jericho Sailing Centre, Vancouver' Ocean Access Community Centre, for April 11, 2013 and beyond:
  
In This Issue
2013 JSCA Fees Due
Safety Seminar
OPEN HOUSE
Join a Jericho Club
Join our Mailing List!
JSCA 2013 Membership and Storage Fees - Due April 30

All 2013 Jericho Sailing Centre Association membership and storage fees are due by April 30,2013. If you have not yet received your 2013 invoice via email or regular mail please contact the JSCA immediately.

 

Payments can be made in person at the Jericho office or by phone (604)224-4566, 0930H-1930H seven days a week right up until April 30. Members must bring their 2012 membership card to the office to receive their 2013 card decal. 

 

A late fee of $60 will apply on May 1; a $90 late fee will apply on June 1. Our inclement Bailiff Auction process goes into effect for any fees unpaid after June 30, 2013.

Send Us Your Jericho Photos
 We are looking for Jericho style photos - such as this one of Canadian Olympic Sailing Team hopefulls Zach Mesman and Daniel Franz-Hernadez rigging their 49er for another training session today - to spruce up our newsletters and website.
  
You can find out more about Zach & Daniel's Canadian Olympic Team aspirations by blasting over to their website at: mfh49ersailing.com
English Bay Safety Seminar - April 22

The English Bay Safety Seminar was developed for users of the Jericho Sailing Centre to help keep them safe at play on the waters of English Bay. The seminar covers basic water safety fundamentals along with user specific information drawn from the logs of the Jericho Rescue Team who have intervened in thousands of "sea disasters" over the past 38 years.

Why make your own mistakes when you can learn from the mistakes of others? Don't challenge Darwin's theory, make sure your water safety knowledge is the fittest it can be. Your survival may well depend upon it. Find the missing links and fill in the gaps in your water safety knowledge by attending a FREE English Bay Safety Seminar April 22, May 6, June 3 & 24, July 22 or August 19. All times at 1900H RSVP JSCA office.

Jericho Boat Show OPEN HOUSE May 11
   The annual Jericho Boat Show Open House is on Saturday, May 11 from Noon-1600H. Bring your landlubber friends, co-workers, neighbours and relatives down to the Centre on that day to check out all of the ocean access opportunities available to them. Our schools, clubs and fleets will be on hand with sign-up information and displays, there will be plenty of activity on the water and guests will receive member discounts on purchases in the Galley Patio & Grill. 
Jericho Galley NOW Open 7 Days a Week  (weather permitting)

 

 

 

 

 

 

Week Days:

NOON-Sunset

 

Week Ends:

1100H-Sunset

Jericho Sailing Centre - SOS - Season Opening Sailpast May 11

The first sail past launched from Jericho Beach may have taken place almost three thousand years ago when original inhabitants of this area set their canoes into the Salish sea and left their village behind to discover, hunt, trade and/or pillage.

The next sail past from Jericho Beach will be on Saturday, May 11, 2012. All JSCA members are invited to carry on this longstanding tradition. Sail, paddle, windsurf, row - whatever you like to do here, come out and do it on Saturday, May 11 between Noon and 1600H.

 

The SOS is important to you to ensure that all of your ocean excursions this season are blessed with favourable weather. The SOS is also an important part of the Jericho OPEN HOUSE as it gives our visiting landlubbers an opportunity to see the Jericho Sailing Centre in action.

Jericho Racing Programs start in April
Penguin Cup Racing  Series                             
April 14 @ 1230H
  
Flights of Spring Regatta                                  April 20 & 21
  
  
  

The spring Penguin Cup Race Series concludes this Sunday at 1230H. The first regatta of the season is the annual Flights of Spring Regatta April 20 & 21. Our weekly racing series commence with the first Sunday Race on May 5 @ 1230H followed by the first Tuesday Nite Racing on May 7 @ 1815H.

Racers are reminded that all competitors must be properly dressed for cold water conditions and that early season racing is not necessarily recommended for in- experienced sailors. Anyone interested in learning to race is encouraged to sign up for the Rookie Racing Seminar on June 23 @ 0900H.

For a complete event schedule barge over to:  http://jsca.bc.ca/events/   

April is Club Sign-up Time @ Jericho

One of the best ways to enjoy recreational ocean access on Vancouver's largest playground is to join one of the community based clubs based out of the Jericho Sailing Centre. These low cost, not for profit, volunteer driven organizations provide a wide variety of boat access and training programs for dinghy sailing, paddling, windsurfing, SUP and rowing programs as well as social opportunities. Clubs looking for new crew include:

 

Club Locarno -                  http://www.clublocarno.com/

  

UBC Sailing Club-             http://register.ubcsailing.org/

 

Viking Sailing Club -          http://www.vikingsailingclub.bc.ca/join-our-club/

 

Discovery Sailing Club -     http://discoverysailing.org/

    

For more info. on all JSCA Affiliated Clubs surf over to http://jsca.bc.ca/clubs-2/

 

Jericho School Sign-ups in April

Dinghy Sailing, Windsurfing and Ocean Kayaking Schools at the Jericho Sailing Centre start tip toeing out of hibernation in April and find their full on sea legs in the month of May. For full Season Pass, Rental or Lesson information and registration click the link below:

 

Dinghy Sailing                                                   http://www.macsailing.com/

Windsurfing & Stand Up Paddling                       http://www.windsure.com/

Ocean Kayaking                                                 http://www.ecomarine.com/

NEW-Pay Parking in Effect April 1-October 31
Subaru Vancouver Triathlon - Swim Captain Wanted

The Subaru Vancouver Triathlon is looking for a volunteer Swim Captain for its Race Committee.  The Vancouver Triathlon has become very popular and includes a Half Ironman, Olympic, Sprint, Relay and Kids races.  The event takes place on July 14th at Locarno Beach/Spanish Banks and will attract all ages and levels of triathletes from first-timers to the top elite athletes in the sport.  We are seeking a leader that can work with the Race Director, Series Staff, Jericho Sailing Centre, Vancouver Lifeguards and Volunteers to provide a safe swim course for the athletes. Experience is an asset but not required and strong support and training will be offered for the Swim Captain.


Please contact us at events@triseries.ca if you are interested. Thanks!

Dress Appropriately for Cold Water Conditions
There are many people, particularly Stand Up Paddlers, launching from Jericho Beach these days who are new to cold water ocean recreation. Here are some things they must know about:

Appropriate Attire - Dress for Cold Water Immersion
The water temperature is well below the level where it is safe to recreate without a proper (no shorties) wetsuit or drysuit. People who get into serious trouble at this time of year have often made the mistake of dressing for the air temperature not the water temperature, which is fine until something goes wrong and they suddenly find themselves immersed in the water. 

 

Use Your Head
Significant heat loss is through your head. When you consider that hypothermia is the most significant danger experienced ocean recreationalists face and a neoprene cowling cost $15 at MEC, you don't need a calculator to do the math. A wool toque or hat will also work quite well.

 

Always Stay with Your Craft
When a sailing dinghy, windsurfer or kayak capsizes they are usually within a couple of swim strokes of their crew. Some craft, particularly SUP's and surf skis, require a safety leash (in good condition and properly attached) as they can easily get away in a capsize situation. Never leave your craft in an emergency situation as it is far easier to spot than a person in the water. 

Use the Buddy System 
Always sail, paddle, row with someone else, especially in cold water conditions. Let a reliable friend or relative know when and where you are going and when you expect to return. Diligently contact them upon your safe return. If you are launching from Jericho Beach stop in at the JSCA office to let us know when and where you are going and when you expect to return.

Be Aware of Sunset
Recently, JSCA staff have witnessed people launching within a few minutes of sunset. This is a dangerous practice. If something goes wrong for you: equipment failure; changing conditions; fatigue, etc., you are very difficult to find in the dark. Make sure your safety float plan includes plenty of time to get off of the water before sunset.
 

 http://beyondcoldwaterbootcamp.com/   
Jericho Sailing Centre Etiquette 
 

Common sense and consideration of fellow members help make the Jericho Sailing Centre a true community centre with a friendly salt water community atmosphere. Here are a few etiquette reminders to keep things sailing along smoothly:

 

  • Do not leave your craft unattended on the shoreline for extended periods - share the shore.                          
  • RAMPS, and the areas adjacent to launching ramps, are for craft launch/retrieval only. Do not rig, repair or otherwise loiter in this area.
  • Do not leave or rig your craft in the rinsing areas adjacent to hosing stations. 
  • The Jericho Sailing Centre is a SMOKE FREE facility. There is No Smoking permitted in any Vancouver Park or beach area.
  • Give pathway users the right of way and bear in mind they may be distracted and not aware that you are crossing the pathway with your craft or launch rope.
  • launch dollies are for launching/retrieval only (not for storage) and must be returned to the fence immediately after use.
  • if you launch from your own dolly or trailer return it to your storage spot after launching.
  • do not use the winches unless you are familiar with their safe operation. Winch instruction is available from staff or Jericho Rescue Team members. Only members or registered guests may use winches & dollies.
  • only leashed, well behaved dogs are allowed in the compound, no dogs are allowed in the building or on the deck. Do not tie dogs to the base of stairwells or in other traffic areas. Do not leave your dog onshore while you are on the water. The City prohibits dogs on beaches. In consideration of other Jericho users please consider leaving your dog at home while visiting the Jericho Sailing Centre.
  • Please coil hoses immediately after use and conserve water.
  • Do not block aisle ways.
  • Rinse racks are for rinsing not drying.
  • Swimming is prohibited in front of the Jericho Sailing Centre.
 
SAFETY is Your Responsibility
On the ocean there are elements of risk that common sense and personal awareness can help reduce. Regardless of how you decide to use the ocean always show courtesy to others. Please adhere to the code listed below and share with others the responsibility for a safe ocean experience. 

 
It is every member's responsibility to know and observe the rules of the road when on or near the water. Here are some key rules which every Jericho member must know and practice.

 
1. Always wear your P.F.D. on the water.
2. Sail powered craft have the right of way over power craft, paddle and rowing powered craft.
3. All non-commercial vessels shall keep well clear of commercial vessels.
4. It is illegal and extremely dangerous to pass between a tug and it's tow.
5. A port tack sailing vessel shall keep clear of a starboard tack vessel.
6. A windward vessel shall keep clear of a leeward vessel.
7. A vessel clear astern shall keep clear of a vessel ahead.
8. Any vessel overtaking another shall keep clear.
9. A vessel tacking or gybing shall keep clear of a vessel on a tack.
10.The area south of the orange can buoys is for training or transiting only.
11.Swimming or wading on the beach in front of the Centre is prohibited and is particularly dangerous for small children.
12.It is unsafe to loiter or let children play near the bottom of launching ramps.
13. Stay well clear of the end of the Jericho Pier as fishers cast lines as far as possible
14. Be cautious of pathway traffic when launching/retrieving
15. Do not leave your craft on the shoreline for extended periods of time
Common sense goes a long way toward maintaining a safe environment. Membership in the Jericho Sailing Centre Association is contingent on members knowing and observing the Safe Ocean Sailing rules.
 
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