Jericho Sailing Centre AssociationOct. 17 , 2018
                            
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 October 17, 2018 and beyond:
  
In This Issue
Volunteer Appreciation & Racing Awards
AGM Notice
Safety Seminar
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This Sunday @ Jericho   Last Penguin Cup Series Race                      
Penguin Cup Race Series Sunday, October 21 @ 1230H


Safety Notice: Caution Slickery Ramps                      


Algae grows very quickly on objects in the inter tidal zone and the Jericho Sailing Centre ramps are no exception. Predominantly higher water levels and far fewer resources at this time of year (and through the winter) make it a real challenge to keep our ramps clear. We will endeavour to meet this challenge, however, please be aware of this and take extra precaution when using the ramps.
Volunteer Appreciation & Racing Awards Dinner    October 21
Volunteers are the wind in the sails of the Jericho Sailing Centre
All members are invited to attend the annual JSCA Racing Awards and Volunteer Appreciation Dinner on Sunday, October 21 at 1700H. Tickets are $10 and available in the JSCA office up until Saturday, October 20. There will be a slideshow presentation and awards bestowed upon our notable racers and volunteers. As our way of showing appreciation for our volunteers, they receive complementary tickets. If you volunteered for the JSCA in 2018 and haven't yet received your invitation please contact the JSCA office.
 
 
 
 
Annual General Meeting  Next Tuesday 
 
Jericho Sailing Centre Association
Notice of Annual General Meeting 
Tuesday, October 23 at 1900H
 
The Jericho Sailing Centre Association's 45th Annual General Meeting will be held Tuesday, October 23, 2018 at 1900H in the English Bay Room of the Jericho Sailing Centre, 1300 Discovery Street, Vancouver, B.C. The 2017/2018 J.S.C.A. Board and Committees will report on their accomplishments this past year and the challenges for the future. Please plan to attend and participate in the future direction of your ocean access community centre.
 
As of the October 9 Nomination Deadline, 8 JSCA members were nominated to fill 7 vacant positions.  For information on JSCA Board Candidates tack over to:  
 
            
 
 
 
Jericho Crews at F18 Worlds
                                                                 
Mark Jones, taking it easy on the wire while Ben Collwell does all the real work in Sarasota at the F18 Worlds



After a hasty trailer conversion to turn a single into a triple, three boats from Jericho migrated south across the continent to take part in the 2018 F18 Worlds in Sarasota, Florida. Nedim Alca, John Cunning, Aaron Butler, Mark Jones and Ben Collwell all made the pilgrimage. For more info. on the F18 Worlds fly over to:
2018 F18 Worlds
Be Safe: Cold Water Recreation Requires Extra knowledge
                                                                   
Here are some things they must know about cold water ocean recreation:

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. Hypothermia is the most significant danger experienced ocean recreationalists face. Wear a neoprene cowling, a wool toque or other hat to help retain body heat.
 
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.
 
For more information, shiver over to this cold water education site:


IMPORTANT RECYCLING NOTICE
   
  

October Service Hours @ Jericho

The Jericho Galley Patio and Grill will be open weekends only at 1000H - Sunset

 

The JSCA Office will be open everyday from 0930-1830H until October 20 when the hours change to 0930-1800H. 

2018 Jericho Sailing Centre Event Schedule

The 2018 event schedule is on our website Google Calendar at:

http://jsca.bc.ca/events

 

Safe Ocean Recreation Tips 

Here are some things they must know about recreating in an ocean environment:
 
Be Aware of the Shipping Lane, ships at anchor and all vessel movements

 

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. 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

Be aware of when sunset is and don't be out beyond it. 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.

  

 
SAFETY NOTICE:  NO Mast Rigging from Patio or Roof
After a close call, potentially serious accident last weekend we are reminding users of the Jericho Sailing Centre that use of the Galley Patio, staircase or rooftop for rigging/tweaking your mast halyards, shrouds, lines, floats, etc. is strictly prohibited. To gain the advantage of height &/or gravity we suggest using the Jericho Pier at lower water levels or the east sides of Ramp # 2 or #3 as potential options.

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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