Poop Deck 18 12 2017

1. ****Poop Deck****
18th
December 2017
Dear Members,
Last weekend was very busy in the club; Friday Night saw the Motley Crew and guests having a
festive dinner, culminating in some impromptu shanty singing. The bar was full, as Roger and John
organised a social gathering for the Racing Fleet and friends. We also hosted an impromptu BSC
Committee Meeting – delighted we could help out. Meanwhile Iain had a practise run on his Mulled
Wine recipe – it all vanished in minutes, which bodes well for Christmas Eve. Just don’t plan on
driving home if you have a glass!
Sunday’s Club Christmas Lunch was another tuneful affair. After a delicious meal, a few Carols and
Christmas Songs were sung, culminating in an hilarious and lively rendition of the 12 Days of
Christmas…the like of the 10 Lords a Leaping I have never seen before! A big thank you goes to
Jacqui, Emma and the team, not just for another excellent meal, but for all their hard work
throughout the year. Please note, Chef Tim will also be back again in 2018 for some of our big
events. The Christmas Draw was pulled and the Lucky Winners who were not at the dinner, will be
notified. All the prizes are in the club.
Sunday 24th
December, Christmas Eve
Mulled Wine and Minced Pies from 12noon – 4.30 pm
The perfect way to prepare for Christmas. Pop down to the Club and enjoy a little festive spirit.
Iain is making the Mulled Wine!!! Bring the family and catch up with old friends.
Sunday 31st
December
New Year’s Eve Party
Club Open from 7.30 through til 1am. Canapes on the bar. Happy Hour from 9-10pm. Come and
enjoy the music and fun. Club will be open to CYC and BSC members and their guests. No entry
charge – but please do let Jacqui know if you are planning on coming down.
Christmas and New Year Opening Hours
Date Bar CYC Office Boatyard
Thursday 21st
12:00-2:00pm 11:00am-3:00pm Open as normal
Friday 22nd
12:00-3:00pm and 7:00pm- 11:00pm 11:00am-3:00pm Open as normal
Saturday 23rd
12:00 - 3:00pm CLOSED Open as normal
Sunday 24th
12 – 4.30 pm CLOSED CLOSED
Monday 25th
CLOSED CLOSED CLOSED
Tuesday 26th
CLOSED CLOSED CLOSED
Wednesday
27th
CLOSED 11:00am-3:00pm Open as normal
Thursday 28th
12:00-2:00pm 11:00am-3:00pm Open as normal
Friday 29th
12:00 -3:00pm and 7:00pm-11:00pm CLOSED Open as normal
Saturday 30th
12:00 -3:00pm CLOSED Open as normal
Sunday 31st
12:00-3:00pm and 7:30pm-1:00am CLOSED Open as normal
Monday 1st
CLOSED CLOSED Open as normal
Tuesday 2nd
PAINTING BEGINS Open as normal

2. VOLUNTEERS FOR JANUARY SHUTDOWN
Colours have been decided and the paint purchased!
Thanks to those who have volunteered so far. We are still on the lookout for more help! Please
contact Emma or Rick Wick if you any time to spare. Volunteers will be needed both during the
week and at weekends, if we are to get a fast turn- around. Please don’t be shy about helping out!
Those that have enlisted, please report to the club at 9am on Tuesday 2nd
January!
We have an ambitious programme but the more members who come and support the renovation,
the more we will achieve!
CYC Limited
The Commodore and Main Committee would like to say a big thank you to Ian Young who has
recently stepped down from his role as Director and Trustee of CYC Limited. Ian has been a
tremendous supporter of the Club and his guidance and advice will be missed. We wish him all the
best for the future.
The Flag Officers met with the Directors of CYC Limited at the weekend to up date them on progress
at the Club. The information given was in line with that shared at the Members Meeting in
November. Further progress will be reported to Members in the New Year.
Annual Subscriptions
For those with a January subscription date, invitations to renew membership of the Colne Yacht Club
will be sent out to members over the next few days. As in previous years members will be able to
pay either in a lump sum or over a 4-month period. We trust that these different payment options
will allow everyone to renew their membership.
Donations
Members will also be invited to make a contribution to the Club Reserve Fund. As stated previously
we need to work together to provide a stable long- term future for the club. All donations will be
gratefully received.
Dates for your Diary
Friday 9th Feb 2018
Rupert White Talk
We are delighted to announce that Rupert White will be kicking off our 2018 season with a talk
about his 2020 Olympic Campaign to sail the Nacra 17 with crew Kirstie Urwin. This will be the first
ever hydrofoil in the Olympics and will have challenges of its own.
Talk will start at 8pm – open to all members and friends. More details in the New Year.
Saturday 3rd
March 2018
AGM
The AGM of the Colne Yacht Club will be held in the Club House at 4pm on Saturday 3rd
March.
Details to follow in the New Year.
Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!
The Commodore and Main Committee would like to wish the all our Members and Friends a very
Merry Christmas and a Happy and Healthy New Year.
We look forward to an outstanding year in 2018 – see you soon.
Jennie and the Comms Team