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16th August 2010 - Cong Galway Sailing Race 2010
Saturday August 28
Ireland's Longest and Europe's Oldest Inland Water Race
The Cong Galway Sailing Race was inaugurated 128 years ago in 1882 reportedly as a wager. Back then this was a race from the Royal Galway Yachting Club at Fisheries Field in Galway to Ashford Castle in Cong and back, a distance of 61.5 nautical miles. From 1882 to 1914 it was a major sailing and social event in the Galway calendar, however World War I put an end to its glory days and the race was last held in that format in 1931. It was not until 1972 that it was revived in its current format - a 30 mile race from Lisloughrey Pier Cong to the Corrib Rowing and Yachting Club on Earl’s Island in the heart of Galway City. The Corrib Rowing and Yachting Club, which hosts the race annually, is itself steeped in sailing and boating history dating to its foundation in 1864 as a ‘club of Galway gentlemen’ based then in Waterside Woodquay.
The Cong Galway has become a highly prized and coveted trophy among the local sailing community. The north-south course typically delivers highly favourable conditions for a close-run race of intense rivalry. Sailors also have to contend with the unique challenge of sticking to what is known as the old steamer channel in order to avoid the perilous Lough Corrib rocks particularly in the section known as the narrows between Annaghdown and the lower lake. This is often where the race is won and lost. The field comprises solo, team and family racers in a variety of classes including Lasers, Catamarans and small cruisers. The finish line is between Dangan and the picturesque Menlo Castle, after which the fleet must figure out how to get under the Quincentennial Bridge without losing a mast – usually by capsizing – before they all converge on the CRYC clubhouse that evening for dinner, prizegiving and dancing (for those with any energy left!).
Speaking on behalf of the organising committee, Corrib Rowing and Yachting Club President Prof. Peter Smith welcomed the commitment of the large number of Corrib Rowing & Yachting Club and Galway Bay Sailing Club members who have volunteered their time, skills and services towards ensuring the safety, race management and hospitality necessary for a successful running of the event.
Time Table
9.30am Briefing for sailors at Lisloughrey
10.30am Boats depart Lisloughrey
12.30-2.30pm Lunch at Killbeg Pier
2.30pm Start of second leg of race
4.00pm-5.00pm Viewing of finish at Dangan
4.30pm-5.30pm Arrival at CRYC Club House
5.00pm-Late Barbeque, Prize giving and Music at Club House
Further details including entry form and route map are available on www.crycgalway.com
For information about the race contact:
CRYC Club Captain
Eamon Leonard
087 6318335
crycgalway@gmail.com
10 May 2008 - The Department of Transport brochure ‘Consultation on Proposals for the registration of vessels in Ireland
The Department of Transport has published a brochure titled the ‘Consultation on Proposals for the registration of vessels in Ireland’ and are calling for comments. The proposals focus on boats and watercraft of 7 meters and over and could have consequence if you have a boat of this size. Full information is available on http://www.vesselregister.ie/english
17 April 2008 - Draft Bye-Laws for Recreational Craft - Galway County Council
The Council of the County of Galway in pursuance of the powers conferred on it under Part 19 of the Local Government Act 2001, the Local Government Act 2001 (Bye-Laws) Regulations 2006, the Maritime Safety Act 2005, the Control of Dogs Act 1986, as amended, the Control of Horses Act 1996, Local Government (Sanitary Services) Acts 1878-1964 and in the interests of the common good and public safety and to prevent nuisance or injury to persons or damage to watercraft or other property or to protect a natural heritage area and flora and fauna, hereby makes the following Bye-Laws for the beaches, foreshores, piers, harbours and inland waterways referred to in these Bye-Laws and schedule thereto. l. (1) These Bye-Laws shall be cited as the Galway County Council Bye-Laws for Beaches, Recreational Craft and Personal Watercraft (Jet Skis) 2008. (2) These Bye-Laws shall come into operation on the 1st Day of 2008. (3) Unless otherwise stated these Bye-Laws shall apply year round. (4) The Galway County Council Beach Bye-Laws made on the 28th April 1997 are hereby revoked. II. Interpretation In these Bye-Laws the following definitions shall apply:- (a) “The Council†means Galway County Council. (b) “The consent of the Council†means the permission in writing of the Council. (c) “Licence†has the meaning as described in Part VI of these Bye-Laws. (d) “The Act†means the Local Government Act 2001. (e) “Authorised Person†means any Dog Warden, Community Warden, Beachguard or other Council Employee to whom functions relative to these Bye-Laws have been assigned or otherwise appointed for the purpose of section 204 of the Local Government Act 2001 or section 17 of the Maritime Safety Act 2005. (f) “Foreshore†has the meaning assigned to it in Section 1 of the Foreshore Act 1933. (g) “Beach†means the area adjacent to the foreshore consisting of a natural accumulation of sand and/or stones and/or shingle which can be in either public or private ownership and every area contiguous thereto including any bank, cliff, rocks, sand or sand dunes. (h) “Personal Watercraft†means a craft (other than a recreational craft), of less than 4 metres in length which uses an internal combustion engine having a water jet pump as its primary source of propulsion, and which is designed to be operated by a person or persons sitting, standing or kneeling on, rather than within the confines of a hull. (i) “Fast power craft†means a recreational craft (other than a personal watercraft) the principal means of propulsion of which is derived from a mechanical power source and which attains or can attain a speed through or over the water equal to or exceeding 17 knots, whether engaged in towing other appliances or not, and includes craft that are capable of being driven on land as well as on water. (j) “Power craft†means a recreational craft (other than a personal watercraft), whose principal means of propulsion is derived from a mechanical power source and which attains or can attain a speed through or over the water, not exceeding 17 knots, whether engaged in towing other appliances or not. (k) “Suitable Personal Flotation Device or Lifejacket†is as defined in the Merchant Shipping (Pleasure Craft) (Lifejackets and Operation) (Safety) Regulations 2004. (l) “Surf board†means a board used to surf using wave energy as a means of propulsion. (m) “Sail board†means a board with a sail attached allowing the operator to sail along waves as well as down them. (n) “Kite board†means a board used for surfing with the assistance of a kite, allowing the operator to sail along waves as well as down them. (o) “Swimming†includes floating, paddling or otherwise being in the sea/water for leisure purposes. (p) “Summer season†means the months of June, July, August and September. III. Prohibited Acts No person shall do or cause any of the following acts on the beach namely:- Damage 1. light an open fire (other than in a contained unit, such as a barbecue) or do anything which may cause damage by fire 2. damage any grass, sand dunes, plants, shrubs, wall, railing or fence on or along the beach 3. paint, write, cut or carve or in any manner inscribe letters, figures or marks upon any rock, wall or structure 4. deposit on the beach any nets, bait, lines, boxes, fishing gear, fish, soil, stones or any item of litter as defined in the Litter Pollution Act, 1997 as amended 5. remove any sand, stones, seaweed or soil from the beach, except in accordance with legislation and the consent of the Council 6. interfere with or damage any life buoy, lifesaving equipment, rope, marker, hut, cabin, litter receptacle, sign, flagpole, flag or information board, or any other thing placed on the beach by Galway County Council or other Statutory Body. 7. Bury animals on the beach Nuisance 8. cause a nuisance, annoyance or danger to people on the beach by playing a game in such a manner as to cause nuisance, annoyance or danger 9. play loud or amplified radio, music or musical instruments in a manner as to cause a nuisance 10. cause a nuisance or do any act likely to cause a nuisance on the beach. Vehicles/Tents/Overnight Parking 11. drive, bring to, place on, leave or park any motor-car, motorbike, van, trailer, campervan, caravan, mobile home, off-road vehicle, carriage, truck, wagon, lorry, all terrain vehicle, quad bike or other mechanically propelled vehicle on the beach or dune system appurtenant to the beach or park overnight on a road or carpark at the beach. This bye-law shall not apply to a vehicle operated under licence from the Department of Communications, Marine and Natural Resources, by the Council or its agents, the Commissioners of Public Works, An Garda Siochana, Permanent Defence Forces, Civil Defence, Irish Coast Guard, Inshore Rescue Service or recognised rescue services, Customs and Excise, the Receiver of Wrecks and Regional Fisheries Boards. 12. encamp or place or erect or cause to be placed or erected on the beach, or dune system appurtenant to the beach, any tent, caravan, camper-van or other temporary dwelling Trading/Hiring/Advertising 13. save with the consent of the Council, exhibit any advertising board, placard, wares, merchandise or play any amplified music on the beach or, organise, stage or hold any public, sporting or commercial event on the beach. 14. save in accordance with a licence issued by Galway County Council, sell or hire or offer tuition or lessons or offer for sale or hire or place any object on the beach for the purpose of sale or hire including any: booth, stand, stall, chair, paddle boat, boat, kayak, canoe, surf-board, surf-ski, sail-board, lilo, sails, equipment, personal watercraft or other water craft or any commodity or thing whatsoever 15. save in accordance with a licence issued by Galway County Council, sell or hire or offer for sale or hire or place any children’s play equipment on the beach for the purpose of sale or hire, including any: bouncing castles, pony rides, inflatable toys or articles for use on water, trampolines, quad bikes, go-karts or any play item whatsoever The Provisions of Articles 14 and 15 are in addition to any requirements under the Casual Trading Act 1995 or Bye-Laws thereunder. Animals It shall be prohibited to: 16. bring onto or ride, wash, drive or lead any horse, pony, donkey, ass, mule or any similar animal on the beach 17. Between the hours of 11am and 7pm during the Summer Season, it shall be prohibited to bring any dog onto the beaches listed in Schedule 1 of these Bye-Laws. Before 11am and after 7pm during the summer season, a dog may be brought onto the beaches on condition that: Ø The dog is on a leash; Ø It is not causing annoyance, danger or nuisance to any person using the beach or worrying, chasing, injuring or disturbing any animals, birds or other creatures. (Note- Under the Litter Pollution Act 1997, where faeces has been deposited by a dog on a beach, the person in charge of the dog shall immediately remove the faeces and shall ensure that it is properly disposed of in a suitable sanitary manner) Guide dogs for the blind, dogs kept by An Garda Siochana and under the control of a member of an Garda Siochana in the execution of his/her duties and dogs kept by the Customs and Excise Service and under the control of a member of the Customs and Excise Service in the execution of his/her duties are exempt from this bye-law. Filming 18. No person shall make any movie or film on a commercial basis on a beach except with the consent of the Council and subject to the terms and conditions of such consent. IV. Personal Watercraft (Jet Skis), Fast Power Craft, Power Craft 1. During the Summer season the launching or the use of personal watercraft (Jet Skis) or fast powercraft within 200 metres seaward of the low water mark is prohibited on the beaches listed in Schedule 1, except for the purpose of rescue. 2. During the Summer season, operators of craft other than personal watercraft (Jet Skis) or fast power craft shall observe a speed restriction of 5 knots from the water line to 200m seaward on all beaches listed in Schedule 1 and shall not operate in the proximity of swimmers, except in the event of an emergency. 3. Every person in charge of a personal watercraft or fast power craft or power craft shall act in such a manner as not to cause annoyance to any person engaged in other water activities or to disturb naturally occurring flora and fauna. 4. The launching or use of personal watercraft (Jet Skis), fast power craft or kiteboards is prohibited on Loughrea Lake all year round. 5. The launching or use of personal watercraft (Jet Skis) is prohibited on any part of Lough Corrib in the administrative area of Galway County Council all year round. 6 The launching or use of personal water craft (Jet Skis) and fast power craft is prohibited on any part of Lough Mask in the administrative area of Galway County Council all year round. 7. The use of fast power craft and water skis on any part of Lough Corrib in the administrative area of Galway County Council shall be restricted to the main navigational channel and shall observe a speed restriction of 5 knots within 0.5km of rock outcrop, islands or shoreline. 8. Operators of personal watercraft (Jet Skis) and fast power craft shall observe a speed restriction of 5 knots within 200m in any direction from the piers/harbours listed in Schedule 1. 9. A person in charge of or using in any way any watercraft whatsoever shall comply with any law or regulation in force regarding the wearing of a personal flotation device or lifejacket. 10. Every person bringing a personal watercraft or fast power craft onto the beach must remove it from the beach if so directed by an authorised person. 11. These Bye-Laws shall not restrict the exercise by any agency of the State of its statutory powers and shall not apply to vessels kept by the Irish Coastguard, RNLI, the Inshore Rescue Service, Permanent Defence Forces, the Naval Services, the Customs and Excise Service, the Regional Fisheries Board, An Garda Siochana, Galway County Council, Civil Defence or other recognised rescue services and wholly used by an employee or member of those organisations or services while on duty. V. Surfboards/Sailboards/Kiteboards/Canoes/Kayaks/Sailing Boats 1. During the Summer season no person shall wind surf on sailboards or kite surf on kiteboards or surf on a surfboard or use a boat, canoe, ski or kayak in close proximity to swimmers. 2. During the Summer season no person shall, save with the consent of the Council, offer tuition in surfing or any other water sport/activity on any beach or in the sea in close proximity to swimmers unless done in accordance with the standards issued from time to time by Irish Water Safety and/or other body recognised by the Council to issue such standards. 3. During the Summer season, no person shall moor a boat or other craft in or on the water/beach in a manner that would endanger the safety of swimmers or those engaged in other water activities. VI. Granting of Licences 1. The Council may at its sole discretion grant a licence, subject to conditions as the Council deem appropriate, for the use of a part or parts of a beach for the purpose of placing thereon for sale or hire any object or item including any booth, stand, stall, paddle boat, boat, kayak, canoe, surf-board, surf-ski, sailboard, sails, lilo, dinghy or equipment or for the organising, staging or holding of a public, sporting or commercial event. It shall be an offence to do so without a licence. 2. A person who applies to the Council for a licence shall furnish to the Council the information requested in the application form together with such other information as the Council may request for the purpose of the exercise of its powers and functions under these Bye-Laws, including a valid policy of public liability insurance. 3. On the granting of a licence, the applicant shall pay a licence fee of €80 per square metre of beach per Summer season or part thereof in respect of which the licence is granted, subject to a minimum payment of €240. This provision is additional to any requirements under the Casual Trading Act 1995 or Bye-Laws thereunder. 4. A licence granted by the Council shall not relieve from personal responsibility or liability any person(s) to whom such licence was granted in respect of any criminal, unlawful, illegal, wrongful or negligent act or omission for which such person(s) may at any time be sued or charged. 5. A licence granted by the Council shall in no way be deemed to implicate or involve the Council, its employees or agents in any liability or responsibility in respect of any criminal, unlawful, illegal, wrongful or negligent act or omission done by any person(s) to whom such licence was granted or by their servants or agents or employees. 6. The Council may, by notice in writing, revoke, alter, amend or limit the terms and any conditions of the licence issued. 7. The Council reserves the right to refuse any application. An applicant may appeal a decision of the Council to refuse an application by writing to the Director of Services to whom the relevant function for the matter in question has been delegated, at Aras an Chontae, Prospect Hill, Galway. VII. Authorised Persons/Offences 1. It shall be lawful for any authorised person or member of the Garda Siochana to enforce these Bye-Laws and to take any other such action as may be deemed necessary in the enforcement of these Bye-Laws. 2. An authorised person may request any person who appears to be contravening a provision of these Bye-Laws to refrain from such activity. 3. Where a member of the Garda Siochana reasonably suspects that a person is committing or has committed an offence to which these Bye-Laws relate, the member of the Garda Siochana may arrest the person without warrant. 4. A person who obstructs or impedes or refuses to comply with the request of an authorised person or member of the Garda Siochana acting in the exercise of his/her functions under these Bye-Laws shall be guilty of an offence. 5. Where an authorised person is of the opinion that a person is committing or has committed an offence to which these Bye-Laws relate, the authorised person may demand the name and address of such person and if that demand is refused or the person gives a name or address which is faulty or misleading that person shall be guilty of an offence. If requested to do so, an authorised person under these Bye-Laws shall produce evidence of his/her appointment as an authorised person for the purpose of the Bye-Laws. 6. An offence under these Bye-Laws may be prosecuted by the Council or by An Garda Siochana. VIII. Penalties (1) In accordance with the Maritime Safety Act 2005, a person who contravenes a provision of these Bye-Laws in relation to the operation of personal watercraft, fast power craft or power craft shall be guilty of an offence and shall be liable on summary conviction to a fine not exceeding €1,000 and in the case of some offences a fine not exceeding €2,000 for a second or subsequent offence. Other offences carry a fine of €2,000 or €5,000 on summary conviction. (2) A person may be served with a fixed payment notice specifying the following payments as an alternative to a prosecution under the Maritime Safety Act 2005: i) €150 for a contravention of Section 6(2), 8(2) 11(3) or 12 or ii) €50 for a contravention of Section 6(3) or 4 or 10(2). A prosecution will not be instituted if payment is made during the period of 21 days beginning on the date of the notice. (3). A person who contravenes a provision of these Bye-Laws other than those contraventions referred to in VIII (1) or (2) or contravenes a condition of a licence granted under these Bye-Laws, shall be guilty of an offence and shall be liable on summary conviction to a fine not exceeding €1,904.60 and €126.97 per day on summary conviction of a continuing offence. (4). A person may be served with a fixed payment notice as an alternative to a prosecution for a contravention of a Bye-Law, under the preceding Article VIII (3), indicating that a prosecution will not be instituted if payment of €75 is made to the Council during the period of 21 days beginning on the date of the Notice. Under the Control of Dogs Acts, the fixed payment notice fine is €30.Under the Control of Horses Act the fixed payment notice fine is €63.49. IX. General Nothing contained in or done under any of the provisions of the foregoing Bye-Laws shall in any respect prejudice or injuriously affect the rights and interests of the State in the foreshore, or prevent the exercise thereon of any public rights, or prejudice or injuriously affect any right, power or privilege legally exercisable by any person in, over or in respect of the foreshore. SCHEDULE 1. Beaches to which these Bye-Laws apply:- The beach known as Furbo Beach in the townland of Ballinahown Trá na mBán in the townlands of Spiddal West and Spiddal Middle The beach at Spiddal New Pier in the townland of Bohoona East The beach at Trá Mhór, west of Spiddal Village in the townland of Kilroe Tracht Beach, Kinvara in the townland of Dooras Beach at Clifden in the townland of Clifden Demesne Gurteen Beach, Roundstone in the townlands of Errisbeg West and Ervallagh Dogs Bay Beach, Roundstone in the townland of Errisbeg West Trá an DoilÃn, an Cheathrú Rua in the townland of Carraroe South Beach at Kilmurvey, Inis Mór in the townland of Kilmurvey Beach at Inisheer in the townland of Inisheer Beach at Barna in the townland of Seapoint Furnace Beach, Lettermullen in the townland of Furnace Callowfinish Beach, Ardmore in the townland of Callowfinish Omey Beach in the townlands of Claddaghduff, Patches, Cartoorbeg and Sturrakeen Rossadillisk Beach, Cleggan in the townland of Rossadillisk Cleggan Beach, Cleggan in the townland of Trean The White Strand Beach, Renvyle in the townland of Tullybeg Trá na mBan, Gurteen, Renvyle in the townland of Tullymore Lettergesh Beach, Renvyle in the townlands of Lettergesh West and Lettergesh East Glassillaun Beach, Renvyle in the townland of Glassillaun Piers/Harbours to which these Bye-Laws apply:- Barna Parkmore (Kinvara) Ballinacourty (Maree)
16 April 2008 - Bye Laws for Recreational Craft
Galway County Council have published Draft Bye-Laws for Beaches, Recreational Craft and Personal Watercraft (Jet Skis). Copies available from Galway County Council. If you contact the CRYC Secretary at cregass@eircom.net he will be happy to email a copy of the Bye-Laws.
14 April 2008 - Provisional Dates for Committee Meetings
Provisional dates for upcoming committee meetings - 2nd Monday of the month
12 May
9 June
14 July
– 00 Aug –
8 Sep
13 Oct
10 Nov
8 Dec
12 Jan
9 Feb
9 March -
AGM – Wed 25 March 20
13 March 2008 - Results of CRYC Members Questionnaire 2008 8
A number of the findings were expected however we take great encouragement from the fact that members satisfaction in the areas of existing camaraderie, activities, facilities and berthage was relatively high. We are further very encourage by the number of members who expressed interest in becoming more actively involved with the Club
CRYC Members Questionnaire 2008 Category of Membership
Ordinary Life Honorary Total
50 8 3 61
82% 13% 5% Years of Membership
I to 5 6 to 10 11 to 15 16 to 20 20 plus 4 8 17 11 23 63 6% 13% 27% 17% 37%
Why did you join
Camaraderie Activities Facilities Berthing 1st Pref 11 44% 0 0% 12 43% 13 48%
2nd Pref 3 12% 3 17% 10 36% 7 26%
3rd Pref 6 24% 5 28% 3 11% 7 26%
4 Pref 5 20% 10 56% 3 11% 0 0%
Total Res 25 1 18 1 28 1 27 1
Why do you continue Camaraderie Activities Facilities Berthing
1st Pref 7 37% 0 0 9 47% 13 54%
2nd Pref 1 5% 4 29% 7 37% 4 17%
3rd Pref 6 32% 4 29% 1 5% 5 21%
4 Pref 5 26% 6 43% 2 11% 2 8%
Total Res 19 1 14 1 19 1 24 1
Rate the following
Camaraderie Activities Facilities Berthing
Excellent 8 15% 1 2% 8 15% 6 11%
Good 23 44% 21 40% 24 44% 18 32%
Reasonable 10 19% 16 30% 15 27% 19 33%
Poor 6 12% 12 23% 4 7% 4 7%
Very Poor 5 10% 3 6% 4 7% 10 18%
Total Res 52 100% 53 100% 55 100% 57 100%
Become more active
Yes No Total
23 25
48% 52%
19 Feb 2008 - Free mooring in Carlingford Marina
Carlingford Sailing Club (Formerly Dundalk & Carlingford SC) Dear Fellow Sailor, As Honorary Secretary of Carlingford Sailing Club I am happy to announce that we can now offer FREE visitors moorings. These are located within Carlingford Lough, just off Carlingford Harbour. I have attached an information flier, which I hope gives all the required details. I look forward to seeing you in beautiful medieval Carlingford, where a very warm welcome awaits you in our NEW clubhouse. Yours in sailing, Emma Finegan Honorary Club Secretary Carlingford Sailing Club admin@carlingfordsailingclub.net GPS co-ordinates: N54.02.463 E06.11.120 Carlingford Sailing Club, Carlingford, Co Louth, Ireland. 00353 (0) 42 9373238 www.carlingfordsailingclub.net For further information on things to do a see during your stay, visit www.carlingford.ie
23 Nov. 2007 - EGM Results
The motion to create a new category of Associate Membership was not carried at the EGM on 20th. Nov 2007. Consequently membership will remain closed for the immediate future.
25 Oct 2007 - Information on New Category of Associate Membership
FAQ’s.
Will this new category affect my membership rights.
· No.
What happens if I opt to transfer from Ordinary to Associate Membership.
· Pay a lower annual subscription (no entry fee) · Have same entitlements as an Associate Member – see Entitlements and Non-entitlements · The succession right will be that of an Associate Member.
If I change to Associate can I change back to Ordinary at a later date.
· Yes – you can migrate – your priority on the waiting list for ordinary membership will be based on the date you transferred to Associate status.
Can Junior or Student members apply for Associate Member status?.
· Yes, if they are 18 years old.
My friend is on the waiting list – if he accepts Associate Status where will he be in the order of priority for migrating to Ordinary Membership.
· Their priority in the existing list will transfer to the new migration list – if they are currently number 3 on the chronological order they will be number 3 on the migration list..
Why would I want to become an Associate Member?.
· Ongoing ordinary membership will be filled in the first instance by Associate Members · I do not quality for junior membership and ordinary is closed..
What Entitlements will Associate Members have? .
· Access and use of clubhouse · Use of club boats – subject to availability and normal conditions · Attendance at club functions and AGMs\EGMs · Priority for migrating to ordinary membership in chronological order subject to availability · Could be members of the Grounds and Social subcommittees · Subject to rules and regulations · Entitle their spouse and children under 16 years of age to accompany them while they avail of the prescribed amenities of the Club..
What Entitlements will Associate Members not have? .
· Voting rights · Right to boat launching or mooring · Locker space · Inviting guests to use the club facilities · Prolonged car parking.
What entry fees and annul subscription will Associates Pay.
· To be finalised, but it is likely that they will pay 50% of the Ordinary entry fee and they will pay 50% of the annual ordinary subscription fee.
If an Associate is offered Ordinary Membership will he have to pay additional fees.
· If offered Ordinary membership an Associate will be required to pay 50% of the current entry fee as well as the full ordinary annual subscription.
What if waiting list applicants do not apply for Associate Membership.
· It will be assumed that they are no longer interested in Membership.
What is the process for becoming an Associate Member.
· All the people on the current waiting list will be contacted and sent an application form requesting them to complete it, if interested, within a prescribed time..
· Completed Nomination Form, duly posted on the Club Notice Board, shall remain on display for at least one week prior to the next ensuing Meeting of the Committee.
· An interval of not less than two weeks shall elapse between the nomination and election by the Committee of Associate Members..
· No candidate shall be admitted to Associate Membership unless three fourths of the Committee present and voting shall have voted in his or her favour.
· Once approved, Applicants will be advised promptly..
What are the benefits for the club · We will be able to attract new members and rejuvenate active participation in club events.
· Clarify and resolve the issues surrounding the existing waiting list.
· Provide a clear understanding on how Ordinary membership status can be achieved.
· Contribute to the finances of the club
25 Oct. 2007 - Reminder Notice of EGM - 8pm on 20th. November 2007 in the clubhouse
An EGM has been called by the Committee for 8 pm on 20th. November 2007 in the clubhouse to consider an amendment to the Rules to create a new Category of Membership.
2 Oct 2007 - Notice of EGM 20th. November Amendment to the Rules to create a new Category of Membership.
An EGM has been called by the Committee for 8 pm on 20th. November 2007 to consider an amendment to the Rules to create a new Category of Membership.
The motion is as follows.
‘This EGM approves the creation of a new category of membership know as Associate Membership under Section 4. CATEGORIES OF MEMBERSHIP of the Rules of the CRYC’.
Associate Membership Entitlements · Access and use of clubhouse
· Use of club boats – subject to availability and normal conditions
· Attendance at club functions and AGMs\EGMs
· Priority for migrating to ordinary membership in chronological order subject to availability
· Could be members of the Grounds and Social subcommittees
· Subject to rules and regulations
· Entitled their spouse and children under 16 years of age to accompany them while they avail of the prescribed amenities of the Club.
Associate Membership Non-entitlements · Voting rights .
· Right to boat launching or mooring
· Locker space
· Inviting guests to use the club facilities
· Prolonged car parking.
The process for application for Associate Membership is identical as set out for ordinary membership under Section 3. ELECTION OF MEMBERS of the Rules of the CRYC. This proposal will not impact in any way on existing Member’s privileges
You are encouraged to give careful consideration to this proposal and attend and fully participate at the EGM.
Yours sincerely
Kyran O’Gorman
Secretary
CRYC
BACKGROUND.
Proposal for New Category of Associate Membership to be considered at EGM.
A new category of Associate Membership will be put before all Club Members at an EGM that will take place on 20 November.
Ordinary membership has been closed for a number of years due to lack of space to facilitate member’s berthing rights and the ever-increasing size of boats.
Applications for Ordinary membership will remain closed for the foreseeable future. The overall affect is that membership numbers will continue to decline.
The Proposal for New Category of Associate Membership will .
· provide prospects of achieving ‘ordinary‘ status to those on the waiting list.
· increase the actual number of members of the club.
· make a contribution to the finances of the club.
Proposed Associate Membership Entitlements.
· Access and use of clubhouse
· Use of club boats
· Entitled their spouse and children less than 16 years of age to accompany them while they avail of the prescribed amenities of the Club.
· Attendance at club functions and AGMs\EGMs
· Priority for migrating to Ordinary Membership in chronological order subject to availability
· Membership of certain subcommittees
Difference between Ordinary and Associate membership Associate Members would not have voting rights or right to boat launching or mooring.
They cannot invite guests to use the club facilities or avail of Prolonged car parking.
They would pay a different entry and annual subscription fees based on a percentage of the Ordinary Members fees. The rights of Existing Ordinary members will not be affected by this new proposal.
Ordinary members, if they wished, could change their status to Associate Membership and pay the reduced Annual fees.
The EGM to consider this new category of Associate Membership will take place at 8 pm on 20th November 2007.
Application Process
ELECTION OF ASSOCIATE MEMBERS
Each candidate for admission to Associate membership to the Club shall be proposed and seconded in writing by two full Members each of at least 12 months standing in the Club, and to each of whom the candidate is personally known as a person they believe to be suitable for election to he Club.
The proposal shall be submitted on the official Nomination Form prescribed by the Club, setting out the name and address of the candidate and duly signed and dated by the candidate.
The Form shall also be signed both by the proposer and the seconder and shall state the category of membership sought. The Honorary Secretary shall ensure that the completed Nomination Form, duly posted on the Club Notice Board, shall remain on display for at least one week prior to the next ensuing Meeting of the Committee. An interval of not less than two weeks shall elapse between the nomination and election by the Committee of ordinary Members.
No candidate shall be admitted to Associate Membership unless three fourths of the Committee present and voting shall have voted in his or her favour.
No application for Associate Membership shall be considered unless and until the candidates entry fee and appropriate annual subscription have been received by the Honorary Treasurer.
The Committee have power to limit the number of persons to be admitted to Associate Membership.
19 July 2007 - 2007 Club Outing on 12 Aug. to Castle Kirk
The Annual Club Outing will take place on Sunday 12 Aug. Following on the success of last year’s event it will be held again in the unique Castle Kirk in the upper lake.
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The day will include a special remembrance mass for past members that will be celebrated by Fr. Des Ford, followed by lunch. The event continues the annual remembrance for past members, acknowledging their contribution to the club, and providing a great day out for all members and their guests.
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A 52-seater bus will depart the clubhouse for Maam Bridge at 1.30pm. Members who make their own traveling arrangements are asked to be at Maam Bridge no later than 1.45 pm for boat transport to Castle Kirk.
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The cost for Bus and Lunch is €20 per person. Lunch only is €10 and booking in advance would be greatly appreciated by calling the event organiser Brigid Brophy at 086 255 8066.
10 June 2007 - Galway Sailing Clubs share the spoils in record breaking event
. RECORD numbers of the City’s sailors, supporters and spectators attended Galways Annual Cong Galway sailing marathon run off over the weekend. And, while a record number of intrepid competitors battled it out over the traditional 26 mile ‘steamers track’ course, members of the tightly knit sailing community were to be found dotted along the picturesque course and at the finish line in Menlough as well as the City centre’s Corrib Rowing & Yachting Club. Challenged to beat the Crypto scare in fighting back for Galway, they were joined at the closing ceremonies by members of the City’s Volvo organising committee – Atlantic solo navigator Enda O’Coinneen and Rolex TP 52, 2006 winner Eamonn Conneely - alongside author and seafarer Commander Bill King. Organised by event co-ordinator Brigid Brophy and course designer Eddie Katz, the race saw line honours go to Johnny Murphy in the GBSC Zhiggy, Cian Baynes ran Dave Vinnell close for Overall prize on corrected handicap. Event co-ordinator Brigid Brophy said: “ Despite all the negative publicity about the Corrib waters, this the 125th year of the race proved a show stopper with solo and team sailors from all the main clubs – GBSC, NUIG and our own club – battled it out for the valued prizes while many of the serious competitors laid down a marker for our next upcoming event in August – Doing the Double – a 54 mile non-stop race to Cong and back into the City centre at CR&YCâ€.
25 May 2007 - A Celebration of 125 Years of Sailing and Sail Racing on Lough Corrib
Cong Galway 2007 June 3rd. 2007 10.30 am Dep: Lisloughrey Pier. Cong. 1300-1400 Dep: Kilbeg Pier. Headford. 1600 Arr: Menlo Castle Finish Line. 1700 Arr: Corrib Rowing & Yachting Club CLUBHOUSE OPEN AIR Barbeque and Prizegiving ( all classes ) 9p.m. Cong Galway 2007 – Europe’s longest sail race on an inland waterway goes ahead and is bigger and better for it’s 125th year despite fears over the dreaded word - ‘crypto’.. FEARS THAT THE 125th running of the Annual Cong-Galway sailing race would be dropped because of the current lakewater scare have been overcome as participating sailors and competitors from all over the country, friends and members of the city’s Corrib Rowing and Yachting Club threw their weight behind the June Bank Holiday event as their way of insisting that ‘Galway is fighting back’. And, in doing so the organisers are introducing a novelty race which owes its origins in the Crypto scare. Steeped in sailing and boating history dating to its foundation in 1864 as a ‘club of Galway gentlemen’ based in Waterside Woodquay, ‘the Corrib’ has been part of the city’s rowing, boating and sailing traditions as well as being the hosts of the widely renowned Cong Galway – the longest race over inland waterways in Europe. Involving solo, team and family racers in a variety of classes, the competitors will all converge on the City centre club after a day of intense rivalries. Event organiser, Brigid Brophy said: “ 2007 will be remembered as the year that Galway was nearly brought to it’s knees by the drinking water scare but in a typical response to adversity, the club was amazed by the support and good wishes of goodwill from sailors from all over Ireland and decided to go ahead with the Cong Galway 2007 and celebrate 125 years of this race. “ While it started off as a wager between ‘two gentlemen over an afternoon in the then County Club in Eyre Square it soon became an Annual event on the local boating scene and was to develop further into the marathon race it has now become with enthusists of all ages, all classes and sizes of boats crewed by solo and team groups. “ We owe a huge debt of gratitude to our sponsors, the competitors and the organising committee who supply safety craft, race officials and catering over the two stages of the day long race while visitors have the unique opportunity of viewing the intense competition of high speed laser, windsurfing and catamaran racers and the more relaxed family cruising classes at vantage points along the 25 mile courseâ€, she concluded. The event gets underway on Sunday next June 3rd. from Lisloughrey Pier at Cong, breaks for 1 hour approximately at Kilbeg and onwards to the finish line at Menlo Castle. The prizegiving follows at a celebratory event in the Corrib Club on Earl’s Island and the Distillery Road.
15 March 2007 - 2006 Annual General Meeting
The President, Mr. Ger O’Máille, wishes to notify you that the 2006 AGM will take place in the Club House on Wednesday, 28th March 2007 at 8 p.m. AGENDA 1. President’s Welcome 2. Minutes of AGM 2005 3. Matters Arising & Adoption 4. Minutes of EGM 1st June 2005 5. Matters Arising & Adoption 6. Minutes of EGM 10th March 2006 7. Matters Arising & Adoption 8 EXECUTIVE REPORTS President Mr. Ger O’Máille Hon. Secretary Mrs. Zara Brady Hon. Treasurer Mr. Shane O’Connor Captain: Mr. Leo Leonard 9. Election of Officers & Committee 10. Any Other Business 11. Close of Meeting
6th Sep 2006 - Get your Hats and Colours!
A range of attractive customised CRYC merchandise is now available
A warm red fleece jacked complet with the club crest €30.00
CRYC One size fleece hat €10.00
CRYC Tie €12.00
100 year of CRYC Minutes by Maurice Semple €15.00
All are available by contacting Bridge Brophy at 086 255 8066
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13 Aug 2006 - Mass on Castle Kirk
This year's club outing incorporated a special remembrance mass celebrated by Father Des Ford on Castle Kirk Island, Upper Lough Corrib, on Sunday August 13. More than 50 members and guests travelled to Maam Bridge where they were ferried by a fleet of Club cruisers to Castle Kirk. The renovated first floor of the castle provided a perfect facility and a magnificent backdrop for the mass. The colourful spectacle was greatly enhanced by the presence of members of the Galway Early Music Society who played during and after the mass to the great enjoyment of all gathered. Brid Brophy and Zara Brady organised a team that produced a magnificent buffet worthy of the occasion and location subsequent to the Mass. The day marked the revival of an annual remembrance for past members, acknowledging their contribution to the club, and providing a great day out for all members and their guests. All who participated enjoyed the event and paid tribute to the voluntary effort that made the day the success it was. Plans for a similar event that will take place next year are being prepared. The event is just one of a series that the Social Committee are planning over the year to allow members to fully benefit from the resources of the club.
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05/07/06 - Cong Galway Race 2006
More than 20 sailing boats participated in the 2006 Cong Galway Race. In glorious sunshine the flotilla gathered at Lisloughrey pier to receive their racing and safety instructions. Heading out on the lake their enthusiasm was dampened by the lack of wind – which persisted and slowed the first part of the race.
Arriving in Kilbeg for a well-deserved break, all of the participants enjoyed welcome sustenance excellently prepared and presented by happy voluntary members and friends.
For the second stage the wind increased and some wonderful sailing was experienced through the narrows and into the lower lake. The first boats to arrive were greeted at the club at 5.30 pm and were met by a colourful samba band. While the participants enjoyed a wonderful array of barbecue food a lively jazz band entertained them.
Suitably replenished the prizes for the day were presented by the club President and those who had sufficient energy enjoyed a disco until late.
Commenting on the Race, Commodore, Bride Brophy paid tribute to the participants and all who had helped to make the day the success that it was. ‘Wonderful weather, an exciting second stage, the club house resplendent and lively- what more could you ask for.’ She continued ‘The Sponsors were very generous and allowed us to plan for full comprehensive support on the day. The Club Captain Leo Leonard thanked all who helped in the club clean up in advance of the race and commented that it was great to see such cooperation from club members, friends and supporters.
Plans are already been prepared for the 2007 race.
Cong Galway Race Sponsors 2006
A. Ryan Ltd - Ardilaun House Hotel - Bank of Ireland - Bradley Motors –Fallers -Galmere Foods – Heineken - Horan & Son Solicitors. – Ivors - Lydonhouse Catering – McCambridges -McSwiggins Restaurant and Bar - O’Beirn’s Pharmacy -O’Connor’s TV - O'Mailles - S.J. Kelly Arch. - Sandys & Brophy Solicitors - T. Dillon & Son – Texaco.
History
This race traces its history back to 1882 when the first annual race from the Royal Galway Yacht Club premises at the Fisheries Field in Galway (opposite the Galway Cathedral) to Ashford Castle (Cong) and back, was inaugurated, a total distance of 61.5 nautical miles. The race started early and the participants were entertained to lunch in Cong and also stopped at Kilbeg on the way home. This was a major social and sailing event in Galway until 1914. It never recovered after the first world war and was last held in it's old format in 1931. As part of the general renaissance of sailing in Galway this race was revived in its present format in 1972 and has been raced annually ever since.
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Saturday August 28
Ireland's Longest and Europe's Oldest Inland Water Race
The Cong Galway Sailing Race was inaugurated 128 years ago in 1882 reportedly as a wager. Back then this was a race from the Royal Galway Yachting Club at Fisheries Field in Galway to Ashford Castle in Cong and back, a distance of 61.5 nautical miles. From 1882 to 1914 it was a major sailing and social event in the Galway calendar, however World War I put an end to its glory days and the race was last held in that format in 1931. It was not until 1972 that it was revived in its current format - a 30 mile race from Lisloughrey Pier Cong to the Corrib Rowing and Yachting Club on Earl’s Island in the heart of Galway City. The Corrib Rowing and Yachting Club, which hosts the race annually, is itself steeped in sailing and boating history dating to its foundation in 1864 as a ‘club of Galway gentlemen’ based then in Waterside Woodquay.
The Cong Galway has become a highly prized and coveted trophy among the local sailing community. The north-south course typically delivers highly favourable conditions for a close-run race of intense rivalry. Sailors also have to contend with the unique challenge of sticking to what is known as the old steamer channel in order to avoid the perilous Lough Corrib rocks particularly in the section known as the narrows between Annaghdown and the lower lake. This is often where the race is won and lost. The field comprises solo, team and family racers in a variety of classes including Lasers, Catamarans and small cruisers. The finish line is between Dangan and the picturesque Menlo Castle, after which the fleet must figure out how to get under the Quincentennial Bridge without losing a mast – usually by capsizing – before they all converge on the CRYC clubhouse that evening for dinner, prizegiving and dancing (for those with any energy left!).
Speaking on behalf of the organising committee, Corrib Rowing and Yachting Club President Prof. Peter Smith welcomed the commitment of the large number of Corrib Rowing & Yachting Club and Galway Bay Sailing Club members who have volunteered their time, skills and services towards ensuring the safety, race management and hospitality necessary for a successful running of the event.
Time Table
9.30am Briefing for sailors at Lisloughrey
10.30am Boats depart Lisloughrey
12.30-2.30pm Lunch at Killbeg Pier
2.30pm Start of second leg of race
4.00pm-5.00pm Viewing of finish at Dangan
4.30pm-5.30pm Arrival at CRYC Club House
5.00pm-Late Barbeque, Prize giving and Music at Club House
Further details including entry form and route map are available on www.crycgalway.com
For information about the race contact:
CRYC Club Captain
Eamon Leonard
087 6318335
crycgalway@gmail.com
10 May 2008 - The Department of Transport brochure ‘Consultation on Proposals for the registration of vessels in Ireland
The Department of Transport has published a brochure titled the ‘Consultation on Proposals for the registration of vessels in Ireland’ and are calling for comments. The proposals focus on boats and watercraft of 7 meters and over and could have consequence if you have a boat of this size. Full information is available on http://www.vesselregister.ie/english
17 April 2008 - Draft Bye-Laws for Recreational Craft - Galway County Council
The Council of the County of Galway in pursuance of the powers conferred on it under Part 19 of the Local Government Act 2001, the Local Government Act 2001 (Bye-Laws) Regulations 2006, the Maritime Safety Act 2005, the Control of Dogs Act 1986, as amended, the Control of Horses Act 1996, Local Government (Sanitary Services) Acts 1878-1964 and in the interests of the common good and public safety and to prevent nuisance or injury to persons or damage to watercraft or other property or to protect a natural heritage area and flora and fauna, hereby makes the following Bye-Laws for the beaches, foreshores, piers, harbours and inland waterways referred to in these Bye-Laws and schedule thereto. l. (1) These Bye-Laws shall be cited as the Galway County Council Bye-Laws for Beaches, Recreational Craft and Personal Watercraft (Jet Skis) 2008. (2) These Bye-Laws shall come into operation on the 1st Day of 2008. (3) Unless otherwise stated these Bye-Laws shall apply year round. (4) The Galway County Council Beach Bye-Laws made on the 28th April 1997 are hereby revoked. II. Interpretation In these Bye-Laws the following definitions shall apply:- (a) “The Council†means Galway County Council. (b) “The consent of the Council†means the permission in writing of the Council. (c) “Licence†has the meaning as described in Part VI of these Bye-Laws. (d) “The Act†means the Local Government Act 2001. (e) “Authorised Person†means any Dog Warden, Community Warden, Beachguard or other Council Employee to whom functions relative to these Bye-Laws have been assigned or otherwise appointed for the purpose of section 204 of the Local Government Act 2001 or section 17 of the Maritime Safety Act 2005. (f) “Foreshore†has the meaning assigned to it in Section 1 of the Foreshore Act 1933. (g) “Beach†means the area adjacent to the foreshore consisting of a natural accumulation of sand and/or stones and/or shingle which can be in either public or private ownership and every area contiguous thereto including any bank, cliff, rocks, sand or sand dunes. (h) “Personal Watercraft†means a craft (other than a recreational craft), of less than 4 metres in length which uses an internal combustion engine having a water jet pump as its primary source of propulsion, and which is designed to be operated by a person or persons sitting, standing or kneeling on, rather than within the confines of a hull. (i) “Fast power craft†means a recreational craft (other than a personal watercraft) the principal means of propulsion of which is derived from a mechanical power source and which attains or can attain a speed through or over the water equal to or exceeding 17 knots, whether engaged in towing other appliances or not, and includes craft that are capable of being driven on land as well as on water. (j) “Power craft†means a recreational craft (other than a personal watercraft), whose principal means of propulsion is derived from a mechanical power source and which attains or can attain a speed through or over the water, not exceeding 17 knots, whether engaged in towing other appliances or not. (k) “Suitable Personal Flotation Device or Lifejacket†is as defined in the Merchant Shipping (Pleasure Craft) (Lifejackets and Operation) (Safety) Regulations 2004. (l) “Surf board†means a board used to surf using wave energy as a means of propulsion. (m) “Sail board†means a board with a sail attached allowing the operator to sail along waves as well as down them. (n) “Kite board†means a board used for surfing with the assistance of a kite, allowing the operator to sail along waves as well as down them. (o) “Swimming†includes floating, paddling or otherwise being in the sea/water for leisure purposes. (p) “Summer season†means the months of June, July, August and September. III. Prohibited Acts No person shall do or cause any of the following acts on the beach namely:- Damage 1. light an open fire (other than in a contained unit, such as a barbecue) or do anything which may cause damage by fire 2. damage any grass, sand dunes, plants, shrubs, wall, railing or fence on or along the beach 3. paint, write, cut or carve or in any manner inscribe letters, figures or marks upon any rock, wall or structure 4. deposit on the beach any nets, bait, lines, boxes, fishing gear, fish, soil, stones or any item of litter as defined in the Litter Pollution Act, 1997 as amended 5. remove any sand, stones, seaweed or soil from the beach, except in accordance with legislation and the consent of the Council 6. interfere with or damage any life buoy, lifesaving equipment, rope, marker, hut, cabin, litter receptacle, sign, flagpole, flag or information board, or any other thing placed on the beach by Galway County Council or other Statutory Body. 7. Bury animals on the beach Nuisance 8. cause a nuisance, annoyance or danger to people on the beach by playing a game in such a manner as to cause nuisance, annoyance or danger 9. play loud or amplified radio, music or musical instruments in a manner as to cause a nuisance 10. cause a nuisance or do any act likely to cause a nuisance on the beach. Vehicles/Tents/Overnight Parking 11. drive, bring to, place on, leave or park any motor-car, motorbike, van, trailer, campervan, caravan, mobile home, off-road vehicle, carriage, truck, wagon, lorry, all terrain vehicle, quad bike or other mechanically propelled vehicle on the beach or dune system appurtenant to the beach or park overnight on a road or carpark at the beach. This bye-law shall not apply to a vehicle operated under licence from the Department of Communications, Marine and Natural Resources, by the Council or its agents, the Commissioners of Public Works, An Garda Siochana, Permanent Defence Forces, Civil Defence, Irish Coast Guard, Inshore Rescue Service or recognised rescue services, Customs and Excise, the Receiver of Wrecks and Regional Fisheries Boards. 12. encamp or place or erect or cause to be placed or erected on the beach, or dune system appurtenant to the beach, any tent, caravan, camper-van or other temporary dwelling Trading/Hiring/Advertising 13. save with the consent of the Council, exhibit any advertising board, placard, wares, merchandise or play any amplified music on the beach or, organise, stage or hold any public, sporting or commercial event on the beach. 14. save in accordance with a licence issued by Galway County Council, sell or hire or offer tuition or lessons or offer for sale or hire or place any object on the beach for the purpose of sale or hire including any: booth, stand, stall, chair, paddle boat, boat, kayak, canoe, surf-board, surf-ski, sail-board, lilo, sails, equipment, personal watercraft or other water craft or any commodity or thing whatsoever 15. save in accordance with a licence issued by Galway County Council, sell or hire or offer for sale or hire or place any children’s play equipment on the beach for the purpose of sale or hire, including any: bouncing castles, pony rides, inflatable toys or articles for use on water, trampolines, quad bikes, go-karts or any play item whatsoever The Provisions of Articles 14 and 15 are in addition to any requirements under the Casual Trading Act 1995 or Bye-Laws thereunder. Animals It shall be prohibited to: 16. bring onto or ride, wash, drive or lead any horse, pony, donkey, ass, mule or any similar animal on the beach 17. Between the hours of 11am and 7pm during the Summer Season, it shall be prohibited to bring any dog onto the beaches listed in Schedule 1 of these Bye-Laws. Before 11am and after 7pm during the summer season, a dog may be brought onto the beaches on condition that: Ø The dog is on a leash; Ø It is not causing annoyance, danger or nuisance to any person using the beach or worrying, chasing, injuring or disturbing any animals, birds or other creatures. (Note- Under the Litter Pollution Act 1997, where faeces has been deposited by a dog on a beach, the person in charge of the dog shall immediately remove the faeces and shall ensure that it is properly disposed of in a suitable sanitary manner) Guide dogs for the blind, dogs kept by An Garda Siochana and under the control of a member of an Garda Siochana in the execution of his/her duties and dogs kept by the Customs and Excise Service and under the control of a member of the Customs and Excise Service in the execution of his/her duties are exempt from this bye-law. Filming 18. No person shall make any movie or film on a commercial basis on a beach except with the consent of the Council and subject to the terms and conditions of such consent. IV. Personal Watercraft (Jet Skis), Fast Power Craft, Power Craft 1. During the Summer season the launching or the use of personal watercraft (Jet Skis) or fast powercraft within 200 metres seaward of the low water mark is prohibited on the beaches listed in Schedule 1, except for the purpose of rescue. 2. During the Summer season, operators of craft other than personal watercraft (Jet Skis) or fast power craft shall observe a speed restriction of 5 knots from the water line to 200m seaward on all beaches listed in Schedule 1 and shall not operate in the proximity of swimmers, except in the event of an emergency. 3. Every person in charge of a personal watercraft or fast power craft or power craft shall act in such a manner as not to cause annoyance to any person engaged in other water activities or to disturb naturally occurring flora and fauna. 4. The launching or use of personal watercraft (Jet Skis), fast power craft or kiteboards is prohibited on Loughrea Lake all year round. 5. The launching or use of personal watercraft (Jet Skis) is prohibited on any part of Lough Corrib in the administrative area of Galway County Council all year round. 6 The launching or use of personal water craft (Jet Skis) and fast power craft is prohibited on any part of Lough Mask in the administrative area of Galway County Council all year round. 7. The use of fast power craft and water skis on any part of Lough Corrib in the administrative area of Galway County Council shall be restricted to the main navigational channel and shall observe a speed restriction of 5 knots within 0.5km of rock outcrop, islands or shoreline. 8. Operators of personal watercraft (Jet Skis) and fast power craft shall observe a speed restriction of 5 knots within 200m in any direction from the piers/harbours listed in Schedule 1. 9. A person in charge of or using in any way any watercraft whatsoever shall comply with any law or regulation in force regarding the wearing of a personal flotation device or lifejacket. 10. Every person bringing a personal watercraft or fast power craft onto the beach must remove it from the beach if so directed by an authorised person. 11. These Bye-Laws shall not restrict the exercise by any agency of the State of its statutory powers and shall not apply to vessels kept by the Irish Coastguard, RNLI, the Inshore Rescue Service, Permanent Defence Forces, the Naval Services, the Customs and Excise Service, the Regional Fisheries Board, An Garda Siochana, Galway County Council, Civil Defence or other recognised rescue services and wholly used by an employee or member of those organisations or services while on duty. V. Surfboards/Sailboards/Kiteboards/Canoes/Kayaks/Sailing Boats 1. During the Summer season no person shall wind surf on sailboards or kite surf on kiteboards or surf on a surfboard or use a boat, canoe, ski or kayak in close proximity to swimmers. 2. During the Summer season no person shall, save with the consent of the Council, offer tuition in surfing or any other water sport/activity on any beach or in the sea in close proximity to swimmers unless done in accordance with the standards issued from time to time by Irish Water Safety and/or other body recognised by the Council to issue such standards. 3. During the Summer season, no person shall moor a boat or other craft in or on the water/beach in a manner that would endanger the safety of swimmers or those engaged in other water activities. VI. Granting of Licences 1. The Council may at its sole discretion grant a licence, subject to conditions as the Council deem appropriate, for the use of a part or parts of a beach for the purpose of placing thereon for sale or hire any object or item including any booth, stand, stall, paddle boat, boat, kayak, canoe, surf-board, surf-ski, sailboard, sails, lilo, dinghy or equipment or for the organising, staging or holding of a public, sporting or commercial event. It shall be an offence to do so without a licence. 2. A person who applies to the Council for a licence shall furnish to the Council the information requested in the application form together with such other information as the Council may request for the purpose of the exercise of its powers and functions under these Bye-Laws, including a valid policy of public liability insurance. 3. On the granting of a licence, the applicant shall pay a licence fee of €80 per square metre of beach per Summer season or part thereof in respect of which the licence is granted, subject to a minimum payment of €240. This provision is additional to any requirements under the Casual Trading Act 1995 or Bye-Laws thereunder. 4. A licence granted by the Council shall not relieve from personal responsibility or liability any person(s) to whom such licence was granted in respect of any criminal, unlawful, illegal, wrongful or negligent act or omission for which such person(s) may at any time be sued or charged. 5. A licence granted by the Council shall in no way be deemed to implicate or involve the Council, its employees or agents in any liability or responsibility in respect of any criminal, unlawful, illegal, wrongful or negligent act or omission done by any person(s) to whom such licence was granted or by their servants or agents or employees. 6. The Council may, by notice in writing, revoke, alter, amend or limit the terms and any conditions of the licence issued. 7. The Council reserves the right to refuse any application. An applicant may appeal a decision of the Council to refuse an application by writing to the Director of Services to whom the relevant function for the matter in question has been delegated, at Aras an Chontae, Prospect Hill, Galway. VII. Authorised Persons/Offences 1. It shall be lawful for any authorised person or member of the Garda Siochana to enforce these Bye-Laws and to take any other such action as may be deemed necessary in the enforcement of these Bye-Laws. 2. An authorised person may request any person who appears to be contravening a provision of these Bye-Laws to refrain from such activity. 3. Where a member of the Garda Siochana reasonably suspects that a person is committing or has committed an offence to which these Bye-Laws relate, the member of the Garda Siochana may arrest the person without warrant. 4. A person who obstructs or impedes or refuses to comply with the request of an authorised person or member of the Garda Siochana acting in the exercise of his/her functions under these Bye-Laws shall be guilty of an offence. 5. Where an authorised person is of the opinion that a person is committing or has committed an offence to which these Bye-Laws relate, the authorised person may demand the name and address of such person and if that demand is refused or the person gives a name or address which is faulty or misleading that person shall be guilty of an offence. If requested to do so, an authorised person under these Bye-Laws shall produce evidence of his/her appointment as an authorised person for the purpose of the Bye-Laws. 6. An offence under these Bye-Laws may be prosecuted by the Council or by An Garda Siochana. VIII. Penalties (1) In accordance with the Maritime Safety Act 2005, a person who contravenes a provision of these Bye-Laws in relation to the operation of personal watercraft, fast power craft or power craft shall be guilty of an offence and shall be liable on summary conviction to a fine not exceeding €1,000 and in the case of some offences a fine not exceeding €2,000 for a second or subsequent offence. Other offences carry a fine of €2,000 or €5,000 on summary conviction. (2) A person may be served with a fixed payment notice specifying the following payments as an alternative to a prosecution under the Maritime Safety Act 2005: i) €150 for a contravention of Section 6(2), 8(2) 11(3) or 12 or ii) €50 for a contravention of Section 6(3) or 4 or 10(2). A prosecution will not be instituted if payment is made during the period of 21 days beginning on the date of the notice. (3). A person who contravenes a provision of these Bye-Laws other than those contraventions referred to in VIII (1) or (2) or contravenes a condition of a licence granted under these Bye-Laws, shall be guilty of an offence and shall be liable on summary conviction to a fine not exceeding €1,904.60 and €126.97 per day on summary conviction of a continuing offence. (4). A person may be served with a fixed payment notice as an alternative to a prosecution for a contravention of a Bye-Law, under the preceding Article VIII (3), indicating that a prosecution will not be instituted if payment of €75 is made to the Council during the period of 21 days beginning on the date of the Notice. Under the Control of Dogs Acts, the fixed payment notice fine is €30.Under the Control of Horses Act the fixed payment notice fine is €63.49. IX. General Nothing contained in or done under any of the provisions of the foregoing Bye-Laws shall in any respect prejudice or injuriously affect the rights and interests of the State in the foreshore, or prevent the exercise thereon of any public rights, or prejudice or injuriously affect any right, power or privilege legally exercisable by any person in, over or in respect of the foreshore. SCHEDULE 1. Beaches to which these Bye-Laws apply:- The beach known as Furbo Beach in the townland of Ballinahown Trá na mBán in the townlands of Spiddal West and Spiddal Middle The beach at Spiddal New Pier in the townland of Bohoona East The beach at Trá Mhór, west of Spiddal Village in the townland of Kilroe Tracht Beach, Kinvara in the townland of Dooras Beach at Clifden in the townland of Clifden Demesne Gurteen Beach, Roundstone in the townlands of Errisbeg West and Ervallagh Dogs Bay Beach, Roundstone in the townland of Errisbeg West Trá an DoilÃn, an Cheathrú Rua in the townland of Carraroe South Beach at Kilmurvey, Inis Mór in the townland of Kilmurvey Beach at Inisheer in the townland of Inisheer Beach at Barna in the townland of Seapoint Furnace Beach, Lettermullen in the townland of Furnace Callowfinish Beach, Ardmore in the townland of Callowfinish Omey Beach in the townlands of Claddaghduff, Patches, Cartoorbeg and Sturrakeen Rossadillisk Beach, Cleggan in the townland of Rossadillisk Cleggan Beach, Cleggan in the townland of Trean The White Strand Beach, Renvyle in the townland of Tullybeg Trá na mBan, Gurteen, Renvyle in the townland of Tullymore Lettergesh Beach, Renvyle in the townlands of Lettergesh West and Lettergesh East Glassillaun Beach, Renvyle in the townland of Glassillaun Piers/Harbours to which these Bye-Laws apply:- Barna Parkmore (Kinvara) Ballinacourty (Maree)
16 April 2008 - Bye Laws for Recreational Craft
Galway County Council have published Draft Bye-Laws for Beaches, Recreational Craft and Personal Watercraft (Jet Skis). Copies available from Galway County Council. If you contact the CRYC Secretary at cregass@eircom.net he will be happy to email a copy of the Bye-Laws.
14 April 2008 - Provisional Dates for Committee Meetings
Provisional dates for upcoming committee meetings - 2nd Monday of the month
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14 July
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AGM – Wed 25 March 20
13 March 2008 - Results of CRYC Members Questionnaire 2008 8
A number of the findings were expected however we take great encouragement from the fact that members satisfaction in the areas of existing camaraderie, activities, facilities and berthage was relatively high. We are further very encourage by the number of members who expressed interest in becoming more actively involved with the Club
CRYC Members Questionnaire 2008 Category of Membership
Ordinary Life Honorary Total
50 8 3 61
82% 13% 5% Years of Membership
I to 5 6 to 10 11 to 15 16 to 20 20 plus 4 8 17 11 23 63 6% 13% 27% 17% 37%
Why did you join
Camaraderie Activities Facilities Berthing 1st Pref 11 44% 0 0% 12 43% 13 48%
2nd Pref 3 12% 3 17% 10 36% 7 26%
3rd Pref 6 24% 5 28% 3 11% 7 26%
4 Pref 5 20% 10 56% 3 11% 0 0%
Total Res 25 1 18 1 28 1 27 1
Why do you continue Camaraderie Activities Facilities Berthing
1st Pref 7 37% 0 0 9 47% 13 54%
2nd Pref 1 5% 4 29% 7 37% 4 17%
3rd Pref 6 32% 4 29% 1 5% 5 21%
4 Pref 5 26% 6 43% 2 11% 2 8%
Total Res 19 1 14 1 19 1 24 1
Rate the following
Camaraderie Activities Facilities Berthing
Excellent 8 15% 1 2% 8 15% 6 11%
Good 23 44% 21 40% 24 44% 18 32%
Reasonable 10 19% 16 30% 15 27% 19 33%
Poor 6 12% 12 23% 4 7% 4 7%
Very Poor 5 10% 3 6% 4 7% 10 18%
Total Res 52 100% 53 100% 55 100% 57 100%
Become more active
Yes No Total
23 25
48% 52%
19 Feb 2008 - Free mooring in Carlingford Marina
Carlingford Sailing Club (Formerly Dundalk & Carlingford SC) Dear Fellow Sailor, As Honorary Secretary of Carlingford Sailing Club I am happy to announce that we can now offer FREE visitors moorings. These are located within Carlingford Lough, just off Carlingford Harbour. I have attached an information flier, which I hope gives all the required details. I look forward to seeing you in beautiful medieval Carlingford, where a very warm welcome awaits you in our NEW clubhouse. Yours in sailing, Emma Finegan Honorary Club Secretary Carlingford Sailing Club admin@carlingfordsailingclub.net GPS co-ordinates: N54.02.463 E06.11.120 Carlingford Sailing Club, Carlingford, Co Louth, Ireland. 00353 (0) 42 9373238 www.carlingfordsailingclub.net For further information on things to do a see during your stay, visit www.carlingford.ie
23 Nov. 2007 - EGM Results
The motion to create a new category of Associate Membership was not carried at the EGM on 20th. Nov 2007. Consequently membership will remain closed for the immediate future.
25 Oct 2007 - Information on New Category of Associate Membership
FAQ’s.
Will this new category affect my membership rights.
· No.
What happens if I opt to transfer from Ordinary to Associate Membership.
· Pay a lower annual subscription (no entry fee) · Have same entitlements as an Associate Member – see Entitlements and Non-entitlements · The succession right will be that of an Associate Member.
If I change to Associate can I change back to Ordinary at a later date.
· Yes – you can migrate – your priority on the waiting list for ordinary membership will be based on the date you transferred to Associate status.
Can Junior or Student members apply for Associate Member status?.
· Yes, if they are 18 years old.
My friend is on the waiting list – if he accepts Associate Status where will he be in the order of priority for migrating to Ordinary Membership.
· Their priority in the existing list will transfer to the new migration list – if they are currently number 3 on the chronological order they will be number 3 on the migration list..
Why would I want to become an Associate Member?.
· Ongoing ordinary membership will be filled in the first instance by Associate Members · I do not quality for junior membership and ordinary is closed..
What Entitlements will Associate Members have? .
· Access and use of clubhouse · Use of club boats – subject to availability and normal conditions · Attendance at club functions and AGMs\EGMs · Priority for migrating to ordinary membership in chronological order subject to availability · Could be members of the Grounds and Social subcommittees · Subject to rules and regulations · Entitle their spouse and children under 16 years of age to accompany them while they avail of the prescribed amenities of the Club..
What Entitlements will Associate Members not have? .
· Voting rights · Right to boat launching or mooring · Locker space · Inviting guests to use the club facilities · Prolonged car parking.
What entry fees and annul subscription will Associates Pay.
· To be finalised, but it is likely that they will pay 50% of the Ordinary entry fee and they will pay 50% of the annual ordinary subscription fee.
If an Associate is offered Ordinary Membership will he have to pay additional fees.
· If offered Ordinary membership an Associate will be required to pay 50% of the current entry fee as well as the full ordinary annual subscription.
What if waiting list applicants do not apply for Associate Membership.
· It will be assumed that they are no longer interested in Membership.
What is the process for becoming an Associate Member.
· All the people on the current waiting list will be contacted and sent an application form requesting them to complete it, if interested, within a prescribed time..
· Completed Nomination Form, duly posted on the Club Notice Board, shall remain on display for at least one week prior to the next ensuing Meeting of the Committee.
· An interval of not less than two weeks shall elapse between the nomination and election by the Committee of Associate Members..
· No candidate shall be admitted to Associate Membership unless three fourths of the Committee present and voting shall have voted in his or her favour.
· Once approved, Applicants will be advised promptly..
What are the benefits for the club · We will be able to attract new members and rejuvenate active participation in club events.
· Clarify and resolve the issues surrounding the existing waiting list.
· Provide a clear understanding on how Ordinary membership status can be achieved.
· Contribute to the finances of the club
25 Oct. 2007 - Reminder Notice of EGM - 8pm on 20th. November 2007 in the clubhouse
An EGM has been called by the Committee for 8 pm on 20th. November 2007 in the clubhouse to consider an amendment to the Rules to create a new Category of Membership.
2 Oct 2007 - Notice of EGM 20th. November Amendment to the Rules to create a new Category of Membership.
An EGM has been called by the Committee for 8 pm on 20th. November 2007 to consider an amendment to the Rules to create a new Category of Membership.
The motion is as follows.
‘This EGM approves the creation of a new category of membership know as Associate Membership under Section 4. CATEGORIES OF MEMBERSHIP of the Rules of the CRYC’.
Associate Membership Entitlements · Access and use of clubhouse
· Use of club boats – subject to availability and normal conditions
· Attendance at club functions and AGMs\EGMs
· Priority for migrating to ordinary membership in chronological order subject to availability
· Could be members of the Grounds and Social subcommittees
· Subject to rules and regulations
· Entitled their spouse and children under 16 years of age to accompany them while they avail of the prescribed amenities of the Club.
Associate Membership Non-entitlements · Voting rights .
· Right to boat launching or mooring
· Locker space
· Inviting guests to use the club facilities
· Prolonged car parking.
The process for application for Associate Membership is identical as set out for ordinary membership under Section 3. ELECTION OF MEMBERS of the Rules of the CRYC. This proposal will not impact in any way on existing Member’s privileges
You are encouraged to give careful consideration to this proposal and attend and fully participate at the EGM.
Yours sincerely
Kyran O’Gorman
Secretary
CRYC
BACKGROUND.
Proposal for New Category of Associate Membership to be considered at EGM.
A new category of Associate Membership will be put before all Club Members at an EGM that will take place on 20 November.
Ordinary membership has been closed for a number of years due to lack of space to facilitate member’s berthing rights and the ever-increasing size of boats.
Applications for Ordinary membership will remain closed for the foreseeable future. The overall affect is that membership numbers will continue to decline.
The Proposal for New Category of Associate Membership will .
· provide prospects of achieving ‘ordinary‘ status to those on the waiting list.
· increase the actual number of members of the club.
· make a contribution to the finances of the club.
Proposed Associate Membership Entitlements.
· Access and use of clubhouse
· Use of club boats
· Entitled their spouse and children less than 16 years of age to accompany them while they avail of the prescribed amenities of the Club.
· Attendance at club functions and AGMs\EGMs
· Priority for migrating to Ordinary Membership in chronological order subject to availability
· Membership of certain subcommittees
Difference between Ordinary and Associate membership Associate Members would not have voting rights or right to boat launching or mooring.
They cannot invite guests to use the club facilities or avail of Prolonged car parking.
They would pay a different entry and annual subscription fees based on a percentage of the Ordinary Members fees. The rights of Existing Ordinary members will not be affected by this new proposal.
Ordinary members, if they wished, could change their status to Associate Membership and pay the reduced Annual fees.
The EGM to consider this new category of Associate Membership will take place at 8 pm on 20th November 2007.
Application Process
ELECTION OF ASSOCIATE MEMBERS
Each candidate for admission to Associate membership to the Club shall be proposed and seconded in writing by two full Members each of at least 12 months standing in the Club, and to each of whom the candidate is personally known as a person they believe to be suitable for election to he Club.
The proposal shall be submitted on the official Nomination Form prescribed by the Club, setting out the name and address of the candidate and duly signed and dated by the candidate.
The Form shall also be signed both by the proposer and the seconder and shall state the category of membership sought. The Honorary Secretary shall ensure that the completed Nomination Form, duly posted on the Club Notice Board, shall remain on display for at least one week prior to the next ensuing Meeting of the Committee. An interval of not less than two weeks shall elapse between the nomination and election by the Committee of ordinary Members.
No candidate shall be admitted to Associate Membership unless three fourths of the Committee present and voting shall have voted in his or her favour.
No application for Associate Membership shall be considered unless and until the candidates entry fee and appropriate annual subscription have been received by the Honorary Treasurer.
The Committee have power to limit the number of persons to be admitted to Associate Membership.
19 July 2007 - 2007 Club Outing on 12 Aug. to Castle Kirk
The Annual Club Outing will take place on Sunday 12 Aug. Following on the success of last year’s event it will be held again in the unique Castle Kirk in the upper lake.
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The day will include a special remembrance mass for past members that will be celebrated by Fr. Des Ford, followed by lunch. The event continues the annual remembrance for past members, acknowledging their contribution to the club, and providing a great day out for all members and their guests.
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A 52-seater bus will depart the clubhouse for Maam Bridge at 1.30pm. Members who make their own traveling arrangements are asked to be at Maam Bridge no later than 1.45 pm for boat transport to Castle Kirk.
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The cost for Bus and Lunch is €20 per person. Lunch only is €10 and booking in advance would be greatly appreciated by calling the event organiser Brigid Brophy at 086 255 8066.
10 June 2007 - Galway Sailing Clubs share the spoils in record breaking event
. RECORD numbers of the City’s sailors, supporters and spectators attended Galways Annual Cong Galway sailing marathon run off over the weekend. And, while a record number of intrepid competitors battled it out over the traditional 26 mile ‘steamers track’ course, members of the tightly knit sailing community were to be found dotted along the picturesque course and at the finish line in Menlough as well as the City centre’s Corrib Rowing & Yachting Club. Challenged to beat the Crypto scare in fighting back for Galway, they were joined at the closing ceremonies by members of the City’s Volvo organising committee – Atlantic solo navigator Enda O’Coinneen and Rolex TP 52, 2006 winner Eamonn Conneely - alongside author and seafarer Commander Bill King. Organised by event co-ordinator Brigid Brophy and course designer Eddie Katz, the race saw line honours go to Johnny Murphy in the GBSC Zhiggy, Cian Baynes ran Dave Vinnell close for Overall prize on corrected handicap. Event co-ordinator Brigid Brophy said: “ Despite all the negative publicity about the Corrib waters, this the 125th year of the race proved a show stopper with solo and team sailors from all the main clubs – GBSC, NUIG and our own club – battled it out for the valued prizes while many of the serious competitors laid down a marker for our next upcoming event in August – Doing the Double – a 54 mile non-stop race to Cong and back into the City centre at CR&YCâ€.
25 May 2007 - A Celebration of 125 Years of Sailing and Sail Racing on Lough Corrib
Cong Galway 2007 June 3rd. 2007 10.30 am Dep: Lisloughrey Pier. Cong. 1300-1400 Dep: Kilbeg Pier. Headford. 1600 Arr: Menlo Castle Finish Line. 1700 Arr: Corrib Rowing & Yachting Club CLUBHOUSE OPEN AIR Barbeque and Prizegiving ( all classes ) 9p.m. Cong Galway 2007 – Europe’s longest sail race on an inland waterway goes ahead and is bigger and better for it’s 125th year despite fears over the dreaded word - ‘crypto’.. FEARS THAT THE 125th running of the Annual Cong-Galway sailing race would be dropped because of the current lakewater scare have been overcome as participating sailors and competitors from all over the country, friends and members of the city’s Corrib Rowing and Yachting Club threw their weight behind the June Bank Holiday event as their way of insisting that ‘Galway is fighting back’. And, in doing so the organisers are introducing a novelty race which owes its origins in the Crypto scare. Steeped in sailing and boating history dating to its foundation in 1864 as a ‘club of Galway gentlemen’ based in Waterside Woodquay, ‘the Corrib’ has been part of the city’s rowing, boating and sailing traditions as well as being the hosts of the widely renowned Cong Galway – the longest race over inland waterways in Europe. Involving solo, team and family racers in a variety of classes, the competitors will all converge on the City centre club after a day of intense rivalries. Event organiser, Brigid Brophy said: “ 2007 will be remembered as the year that Galway was nearly brought to it’s knees by the drinking water scare but in a typical response to adversity, the club was amazed by the support and good wishes of goodwill from sailors from all over Ireland and decided to go ahead with the Cong Galway 2007 and celebrate 125 years of this race. “ While it started off as a wager between ‘two gentlemen over an afternoon in the then County Club in Eyre Square it soon became an Annual event on the local boating scene and was to develop further into the marathon race it has now become with enthusists of all ages, all classes and sizes of boats crewed by solo and team groups. “ We owe a huge debt of gratitude to our sponsors, the competitors and the organising committee who supply safety craft, race officials and catering over the two stages of the day long race while visitors have the unique opportunity of viewing the intense competition of high speed laser, windsurfing and catamaran racers and the more relaxed family cruising classes at vantage points along the 25 mile courseâ€, she concluded. The event gets underway on Sunday next June 3rd. from Lisloughrey Pier at Cong, breaks for 1 hour approximately at Kilbeg and onwards to the finish line at Menlo Castle. The prizegiving follows at a celebratory event in the Corrib Club on Earl’s Island and the Distillery Road.
15 March 2007 - 2006 Annual General Meeting
The President, Mr. Ger O’Máille, wishes to notify you that the 2006 AGM will take place in the Club House on Wednesday, 28th March 2007 at 8 p.m. AGENDA 1. President’s Welcome 2. Minutes of AGM 2005 3. Matters Arising & Adoption 4. Minutes of EGM 1st June 2005 5. Matters Arising & Adoption 6. Minutes of EGM 10th March 2006 7. Matters Arising & Adoption 8 EXECUTIVE REPORTS President Mr. Ger O’Máille Hon. Secretary Mrs. Zara Brady Hon. Treasurer Mr. Shane O’Connor Captain: Mr. Leo Leonard 9. Election of Officers & Committee 10. Any Other Business 11. Close of Meeting
6th Sep 2006 - Get your Hats and Colours!
A range of attractive customised CRYC merchandise is now available
All are available by contacting Bridge Brophy at 086 255 8066
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13 Aug 2006 - Mass on Castle Kirk
This year's club outing incorporated a special remembrance mass celebrated by Father Des Ford on Castle Kirk Island, Upper Lough Corrib, on Sunday August 13. More than 50 members and guests travelled to Maam Bridge where they were ferried by a fleet of Club cruisers to Castle Kirk. The renovated first floor of the castle provided a perfect facility and a magnificent backdrop for the mass. The colourful spectacle was greatly enhanced by the presence of members of the Galway Early Music Society who played during and after the mass to the great enjoyment of all gathered. Brid Brophy and Zara Brady organised a team that produced a magnificent buffet worthy of the occasion and location subsequent to the Mass. The day marked the revival of an annual remembrance for past members, acknowledging their contribution to the club, and providing a great day out for all members and their guests. All who participated enjoyed the event and paid tribute to the voluntary effort that made the day the success it was. Plans for a similar event that will take place next year are being prepared. The event is just one of a series that the Social Committee are planning over the year to allow members to fully benefit from the resources of the club.
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05/07/06 - Cong Galway Race 2006
More than 20 sailing boats participated in the 2006 Cong Galway Race. In glorious sunshine the flotilla gathered at Lisloughrey pier to receive their racing and safety instructions. Heading out on the lake their enthusiasm was dampened by the lack of wind – which persisted and slowed the first part of the race.
Arriving in Kilbeg for a well-deserved break, all of the participants enjoyed welcome sustenance excellently prepared and presented by happy voluntary members and friends.
For the second stage the wind increased and some wonderful sailing was experienced through the narrows and into the lower lake. The first boats to arrive were greeted at the club at 5.30 pm and were met by a colourful samba band. While the participants enjoyed a wonderful array of barbecue food a lively jazz band entertained them.
Suitably replenished the prizes for the day were presented by the club President and those who had sufficient energy enjoyed a disco until late.
Commenting on the Race, Commodore, Bride Brophy paid tribute to the participants and all who had helped to make the day the success that it was. ‘Wonderful weather, an exciting second stage, the club house resplendent and lively- what more could you ask for.’ She continued ‘The Sponsors were very generous and allowed us to plan for full comprehensive support on the day. The Club Captain Leo Leonard thanked all who helped in the club clean up in advance of the race and commented that it was great to see such cooperation from club members, friends and supporters.
Plans are already been prepared for the 2007 race.
Cong Galway Race Sponsors 2006
A. Ryan Ltd - Ardilaun House Hotel - Bank of Ireland - Bradley Motors –Fallers -Galmere Foods – Heineken - Horan & Son Solicitors. – Ivors - Lydonhouse Catering – McCambridges -McSwiggins Restaurant and Bar - O’Beirn’s Pharmacy -O’Connor’s TV - O'Mailles - S.J. Kelly Arch. - Sandys & Brophy Solicitors - T. Dillon & Son – Texaco.
History
This race traces its history back to 1882 when the first annual race from the Royal Galway Yacht Club premises at the Fisheries Field in Galway (opposite the Galway Cathedral) to Ashford Castle (Cong) and back, was inaugurated, a total distance of 61.5 nautical miles. The race started early and the participants were entertained to lunch in Cong and also stopped at Kilbeg on the way home. This was a major social and sailing event in Galway until 1914. It never recovered after the first world war and was last held in it's old format in 1931. As part of the general renaissance of sailing in Galway this race was revived in its present format in 1972 and has been raced annually ever since.
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CRYC
News and Events
Below
are the Recent News and Events Listings. Where photos are available,
a link is provided below the text to view them. The following events
occur annually:
- AGM - March
- Cong Galway Race - June Bank Holiday Sunday
- Club Outing to Kilbeg - July
- Winter Activity - October to March
- Christmas Party - Sunday before Christmas Day
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