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DOLPHYN DIARY #503 | 18 FEBRUARY 2025
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EVENTS AND SPECIAL NOTICES
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SPECIAL NOTICE
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General Committee (GenCom) Mid-Term Report February 2025
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I acknowledge that there are issues with our access control. Our facial recognition service provider is working on the glitches, and as a committee we are looking at ways to improve the ingress points. Together with the club’s management we have completed an update of the standard operating procedures that relate to security and access control.
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As a committee we recognise that the manner in which the club is currently running the restaurant, is in conflict with parts of the Constitution. This is something that Trustees are acutely aware of. There are, however, legacy, staffing and viability issues that need to be taken into consideration also. We are fully aware that any changes to the Constitution can only be addressed at the AGM in August.
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The club has always had restrictions related to commercial activities and the number of commercial operators. These restrictions have been flouted by a few and is being addressed.
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Natasha Adonis, our General Manager, will be leaving the club’s employ at the end of February. I wish Natasha all the best for the future. In the interim Paul Dennett, Restaurant and Sailing Manager, will take on a broader role. With Natasha’s help we are in the process of transitioning some of the accounting and human resources functions to outsource providers. The outsource providers will benefit the club in terms of cost savings and appropriate skills relating to compliancy and accounting practices. We are looking to employ a bookkeeper as not all accounting functions are being outsourced.
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You will see in the full report that it is not all bad news!
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Claire Walter
FBYC – Commodore
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Download the FULL report by clicking the button below:
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EVENTS
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Join us on the 7th of March to welcome our new members and enjoy some live music!
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Restaurant will be open with a selected menu
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The league was fished in Struisbaai this past weekend, with some impressive catches, including a tropical yellowtail by one of our Junior Anglers, James De Klerk.
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Our league teams are going from strength to strength and will soon be a force to be considered.
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All interested fishermen, feel free to reach out to Gareth Decker for more information on how to get involved in league fishing.
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A special thanks to Roger and Sonia for looking after our FBMT Anglers during their time in Struisbaai.
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Above: James with his tropical yellowtail
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FBYC ANGLING WHATSAPP GROUP
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Please contact the Club Office on 064 621 3180 or email admin@fbyc.co.za to request to be added to a group.
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RACING RESULTS
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THE SCONE SHACK Summer Twilight Series One, Race 5.
1st Jabulani, 2nd Hot Ice and 3rd Firefly.
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FBYC C & A FRIELANDER Attorneys / REMAX PREMIER RTC Series, Race 5.
1st Panashe, 2nd Hamba and 3rd Li’l.
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Wednesday 12th February
THE SCONE SHACK Summer Twilight Series One, Race 6.
1st Jabulani, 2nd Panashe and 3rd Hot Stuff.
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Overall results for THE SCONE SHACK Summer Twilight Series One:
1st Jabulani, 2nd Hot Ice and 3rd Alegria.
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Saturday 15th February
No Racing this weekend
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The photos below are from THE SCONE SHACK Summer Twilight Series One, Race 5.
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UPCOMING RACING
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ALLPORT CARGO SERVICES Summer Twilight Series Two, Race 1. Start time 17h45.
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FBTC Medium Distance Series, Race 5.
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ALLPORT CARGO SERVICES Summer Twilight Series Two, Race 2. Start time 17h45.
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SAILING NEWS & UPCOMING EVENTS
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FBYC Sailing Calendar
This is the calendar for the first six months of 2025. Please note that changes may apply.
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ORC Certificates
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A reminder to all racers that we will not be able to score your entry in any FBYC Races unless you have a 2025 ORC Rating Certificate.
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MYKONOS Offshore Race
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Lipton Cup 2025
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It has been announced that this years Lipton Cup will be raced on J22’s.
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We have the following three 'Sailing' WhatsApp groups:
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- FBYC Sailing
- FBYC Club Racing
- FBYC Classifieds
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Please contact the Club Office on 064 621 3180 or email admin@fbyc.co.za to request to be added to a group.
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Whales, dolphins, seals (and a big win!)
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As we hit the halfway mark in the quarter, it’s a good time to take stock of what’s been happening on and off the water.
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We’ve been making the most of the incredible weather, clocking in some solid long rows and soaking up the best of what our coastline has to offer. The ocean has been playing along beautifully, with dolphin escorts and the odd whale sighting keeping things interesting.
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Our Learn-to-Row programme is flying, with five new rowers currently in training. If all goes well (fingers crossed!), we’ll welcome them as full-fledged members soon. It’s great to see fresh faces embracing the sport.
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Above: Lawhill students in training, and crew for the day... Obvious in the bow, Mushfeeq, Libhongo and Chinedu
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Above: Out and about in our beautiful bay, and our quad team winners!
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On the racing front, our quad smashed it at the Western Cape Champs Regatta, winning by a massive 250 metres! A fantastic result that proves we’re a force to be reckoned with—even in a fine boat regatta. But we’re not resting on our laurels. Training is already in full swing for the 27km Freedom Paddle, which starts and ends at Granger Bay, navigating around Robben Island, and this year marks our biggest entry yet, with both coastal boats and a gig boat taking on the challenge.
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We’re also gearing up for the next big event—the Coastal Regatta at FBYC on 17 May 2025. Mark your calendars, because this one’s going to be a great showcase of coastal rowing at its best.
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A big shoutout to our Lawhill students, who are going from strength to strength. We’re now preparing to welcome a fresh cohort of Grade 10s after the Easter holidays.
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In other exciting news, RSA Rowing Magazine has added a coastal section! This is a huge step forward in growing awareness and enthusiasm for coastal rowing.
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Finally, on a more serious note, many of us attended the screening of Out of the Blue, a sobering reminder of the marine environment we share. The recent incident with a rabid seal and a snorkeler (which also targeted two of our boats) has reinforced the need for awareness while out on the water. Thankfully, the distressed animal was euthanised, but let’s all stay aware and safe out there.
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See you on the water—big races ahead!
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A well attended event!
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Unraveling the mystery of the Cape fur seals - Film screening and presentation
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We bid farewell to Natasha Adonis
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We bid Natasha Adonis, our General Manager, farewell after eleven years of service at False Bay Yacht Club.
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We would like to thank Natasha for her service, dedication and commitment to the club over the years.
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Natasha has been an integral part of the management at the club, and will be missed by many .
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We wish Natasha well going forward!
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Above: Joker's Draw and new members evening
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Assegaai Submarine Museum Entrance
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The Assegaai Submarine Museum will be opening to the public soon. They have requested that our members refrain from parking in front of their entrance.
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Membership update for children over 13
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This is a reminder to all families with children aged 13 or older that it is required to update their membership to the Junior Membership category.
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To ensure your membership is in compliance with our policies, please make the necessary changes at your earliest convenience.
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NEW FBYC WHATSAPP GROUP
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We have created a new FBYC Noticeboard WhatsApp Group. The purpose of this group is to keep paid-up members updated on events and functions happening at the club. Please
inquire at the Admin Office for further details.
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CHOOSE FBYC AS A VENUE FOR YOUR NEXT CELEBRATION!
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Please click the button below to download the FBYC Booking Form and Agreement for functions held at the club.
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FBYC FACIAL RECOGNITION ACCESS SYSTEM
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Another reminder to all members to please visit the front office to get captured into the new Facial Recognition Security Access System and receive your new member cards.
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FIREWOOD FOR BRAAI AREA
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PLEASE TAKE NOTE:
Please adhere to the signs which have been placed in the clubhouse.
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ADMIN OFFICE HOURS
Please take note of the weekend/public holiday hours at the club for the Admin Office;
Saturday, Sunday & Public Holidays:
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King George Way
Simon's Town, 7975
021 786 1703 / 064 621 3180
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