Harbour and Yard (Harbour Committee) related topics
The Bushtukah Easter Seals Open Water Bring On The Bay Swim is set again this year for the morning of Saturday, July 16. Please note that for the safety of the swimmers, the harbour entrance will be closed from 0700-0830, except for boats that are involved with this event. The Ottawa Fire Water Rescue Unit…
Repairs to the East vehicle Gate are expected to happen in the first two weeks of July and, until then, the gate must be manually operated. Until repairs are complete, the gate is locked each evening at 21h00. Parts supply has been the major delay. Vehicles are permitted to use the Yard under the following…
If you have a slip at NSC, the target date to launch your boat is June 17, three weeks after Commercial Launch. Please make your best attempt to meet this date or let the Harbourmaster know your plans – thanks to those who already have.
NSC is experiencing problems with its gate access system and some members may not be able to open gates (west gate, main dock, washrooms, etc.) until further notice. The west gate and gate to the main dock will be propped open until 2100. Thereafter, members may not be able to access the club.
James Pole reports the Bifurcation mark is now lit, as are our private channel buoys.
There is no parking in the Yard until further advised. Exceptions are made for Park sailors and Able sailors while they are using their boats, and for contractors and Service Providers working on your behalf. Please ensure that all vehicles are removed from the Yard by 21h00 each evening when it will be locked.
NSC came out of Saturday’s derecho with no significant damage to our grounds or infrastructure. In the Park, however, several boats were spun-around and dragged by the wind. Unfortunately, some were damaged – significantly fewer than could have been thanks to some quick action from Greg Johnston and Brent Beninger.
We sincerely hope that you’re all safe and dry. A short update on NSC after the storm: Our generator is powering the Clubhouse; Galley will be open; vehicle gate is unlocked but must be opened manually; Cranes and Service Docks are not operational as they are not run from the generator. Many thanks to James…
With Commercial Launch set for May 27, we are poised to finish our Yard re-configuration and officially open Trailer Launch and Park areas shortly. Please keep an eye on your inboxes for further instructions. There will be some short Yard closures in the coming weeks while cradles and other members’ equipment is tucked away.
In the spirit of getting you into your boat and on the water quickly, we have scheduled Commercial Launch for Friday , May 27. Launch Chief Randy Wiseman and his crews will be in touch on timings and sequence: full steam ahead.