Jericho Sailing Centre Association

Nov. 1, 2016

                                                  
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's Ocean Community Centre, for November 1, 2016 and beyond:
  
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Jericho Sailing Centre Road Access Disruption
 



Sewer pipe work will close the Discovery Street access to the Jericho Sailing Centre between now and November 25. Road access will be from Belmont Avenue during this period.  
2017 Fleet Planning Meeting November 15 @ 1900H
Racers, whatever your class, the annual Fleet Planning Meeting is where we lay out the first draft of the 2017 JSCA Event Schedule. Over this past year the Jericho Sailing Centre Association was involved in 85 on water event days and the planning started at this meeting last November. If you have an idea for a 2017 event, or how we can make Jericho racing programs better, come to this meeting, share your ideas and help us plan for a successful 2017. 
2016 Volunteer of the Year - Lou Parsons
Last month the JSCA held the annual Volunteer Appreciation Dinner to thank all of the volunteers involved in delivering low cost, highly accessible ocean recreation facilities, programs and services to the people of Vancouver. At the dinner, Lou Parsons was recognized as the JSCA Volunteer of the Year for 2016. From the many early mornings, prepping and launching our rescue boats, to putting them away late at night after the annual fireworks shows, to supporting most of our on water events, training Jericho Rescue Team members, and serving on committees and our Board of Director's; Lou's dedication and hard work have exemplified the Jericho community volunteer spirit and we thank him for it.
When not volunteering, Lou can often be found communing among seagulls from his rowboat, laying early morning wake across English Bay-see cover photo. 
New volunteers Gordon Newell and Florian Krauthan were also named as JSCA's Rookie Volunteers of the year.      
JSCA Board Vacancy
 Matthew Cote, who served on the JSCA Board of Directors as our Planning Chair over the past year has resigned due to increased business commitments. The Board thanks Matthew for his service to JSCA and is looking to fill the Director vacancy. The JSCA Board meets once a month to set policy and determine Jericho's direction. Interested members who have time and expertise to offer are invited to submit a letter indicating their experience and areas of interest to the J.S.C.A. office no later than 1700H, Monday, November 7. Candidates are then asked to attend the November 8 JSCA Board meeting at 1900H. If you would like more information please contact me via reply email or by phone at 224-4177. 
Winter Launch Log      





Members who launch from the Jericho Sailing Centre at this time of year are encouraged to stop in at the Jericho office and fill out the Winter Launch Log which outlines your float plan to let people here know you are out there.


 
STORM SEASON: Batten Down Your Hatches!
Every "off season" vicious Pacific wind storms rip through the Jericho Sailing Centre compound looking for loose tarps, boat covers and poorly stowed gear. When they find a loose tarp they can turn a docile hibernating boat into a flying projectile which can cause damage to neighbouring craft. Members are responsible for ensuring they have "battened down the hatches" on their equipment stored at the Jericho Sailing Centre. If your boat causes damage to neighbouring craft you may be held liable. We encourage you to check your craft regularly year round (particularly before & after gnarly windstorms), remove any parts or equipment that can be easily removed (most thefts occur between Oct.-April) and make sure water doesn't collect inside your hull (if it freezes and expands it can cause major damage).

Service Hours @ Jericho

The Jericho Galley Patio and Grill is open 1100H-Sunset on weekends, weather permitting.

 

The JSCA Office will be open everyday 0930-1730H. 

 

Jericho Sailing Centre Etiquette 
 

Common sense and consideration of fellow members and other users 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:

 

  • No Alcohol is permitted within the Jericho Sailing Centre other than that served by the Jericho Galley Patio & Grill or by a duly authorized affiliated club with a Special Occasion Permit. At no time is alcohol permitted outside of a licensed area.                   
  • 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 dollys 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 leave dollys on the beach.
  • 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.

0.5 IT IS EVERYONE'S RESPONSIBILITY TO AVOID A COLLISION 
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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For much more information about the Jericho Sailing Centre and all of the programs, services and facilities we provide, surf over to: http://www.jsca.bc.ca/
 
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