Cruising

Fleet Co-Captains – Jim Cannon, Sue Baker

Definitions:
Cruise: To sail or travel about, as for pleasure or reconnaissance.
Informal: To move leisurely about an area in hope of discovering something

Again this year, we have scheduled a series of cruising events. Every sailor, whether a boat owner or not, is more than welcome to participate. Functions are organized so that you can cruise or drive to each event. Watch the Cruising Notice Board for details and please sign-up so that the host of the event will have an idea about numbers to expect.

A purpose of cruising events is to help boaters meet boaters. In addition, the Fort Frontenac Cruising Cup (FFCC) has been established to encourage boaters to expand their sailing horizons. The Cruising Log, which can be picked up at the KYC bar, lists the requirements which need to be completed to earn an award.

2008 Events

June 14th Sailpast and the Commodore’s Other Ball
Make a point to join the fleet for Sailpast and consider inviting non-boat owners aboard for an afternoon on the water. The onshore entertainment after Sailpast provides a great opportunity to mingle with KYC members.

June 21sth – 22nd – Trident Yacht Club Rendezvous (Weekend Event)
The first weekend rendezvous of the season is to Trident Yacht Club in the Bateau channel on the way to Gananoque. KYC members are invited to enjoy the wonderful Trident facilities. Come by boat or car to join the festivities. Cruising time is about 2 hours. The event begins with a TGIF on Friday evening. Saturday will feature a wine and cheese reception and potluck BBQ. Remember to sign upon the Cruising Notice Board so we can tell Trident how many to expect.

July 18th and 19th Main Duck Race
One option to meet the requirements of the Fort Frontenac Cruising Cup is to complete an overnight passage. The Main Duck Race offers an opportunity to meet this challenge. See the Schedule of Racing Events for details.

July 26th and 27th Partridge Bowl with an Overnight and Sunday Brunch
(Weekend Event)
The “race” from KYC to Jemmett’s Landing is one of the most popular events of the sailing season. At the end of the day enjoy a BBQ and evening bonfire. The next morning Sunday Brunch is served on the property before heading home. Hope to see you there.

Aug 30th - Sept 1st Waupoos (Weekend Event)
Waupoos offers either anchoring in the bay or docking at the marina. The marina offers coffee and muffins in the AM and a hot tub. The wineries and eateries of Prince Edward County are close at hand. Watch for more details about a Sunday evening dinner.

November - TGIF & Annual Meeting / Potluck Dinner
In mid November we hold a TGIF and follow it with a brief meeting to discuss the past season as well as the future. The 3rd Annual Potluck Dinner and Award Night will be held in January. Watch for notices of these and more functions – and sign up.

Awards

Fort Frontenac Cruising Cup – Given to anyone completing all the requirements for this award. Copies of the booklet are in the Office or behind the bar.

The Brass Winch Award – For doing something good for another boater

The Broken Winch Award – For something bad or un-seamanlike that has happened over the season.

The Long Haul Award – For those who have travelled outside of Lake Ontario and the St Lawrence River passed Brockville for at least 1 month.

The KYC Cruising Challenge Trophy -

To be awarded to the Club to challenge, or to be challenged by, KYC to a white sail cruising race. The 1st year was between KYC and Collins Bay Yacht Club from Waupoos Marina to Collins Bay. It can be set up anywhere 2 Clubs meet, but only is available once during the sailing season. Once it is awarded, the trophy will go to the winning Club until the following December and will be awarded again at our Annual Awards Dinner.