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Telephone: 603-623-9978
MASSABESIC
YACHT CLUB
AN
INTRODUCTION LETTER
On Sundays, we have both Class and Open racing from
late May to early October. An Open Class
Competition for the
The
We periodically publish a booklet containing our
Constitution and Bylaws, a roster of members and other information needed by
members. Our monthly newsletter,
Rumblings, is sent to all members.
We maintain a Clubhouse, picnic facilities and a
lighted dock and anchorage for about 100 sailboats. Padlocks are on all facilities and keys are
changed periodically for security purposes.
Chemical toilets at the anchorage protect against waste discharges into
or near the lake. Your property at the
anchorage can be considered somewhat secure as members perform watch to deter
vandalism and theft most evenings from dock‑in to dock‑out. The
Harbormaster is in charge of the anchorage and grounds, and new members must
consult with him to obtain a spot for their mooring.
Member duties include attendance at dock‑in or
dock‑out, one race committee on racing days, and four scheduled duty
evenings. We have monthly meetings where
we discuss Club Business and vote on the rules for the Club. There is a telephone in the clubhouse;
telephone number is 603-623-9978. Please
answer if you hear it ringing.
You will find M.Y.C. a great group of all kinds of
people and one of the best sailing sanctuaries in
Finally, M.Y.C. is a sailing club for pleasure and is
not intended to be an adjunct to a member's livelihood. If you sell something; do not use your
membership to market, demonstrate or promote it.
Thank you for joining us. We hope you enjoy our Club!
The Membership
MASSABESIC
YACHT CLUB HANDBOOK
RULES
OF COURTESY
The following rules are offered as a general guide to
members to help alleviate overcrowded conditions at the dock during periods of
heavy traffic conditions.
1. When
convenient, tie up at your mooring rather than at the dock. Weather conditions permitting, sails can be
rigged and taken down at the mooring with little difficulty. Whenever possible,
ferry service will be provided by the race committee
2. Shallow‑draft
yachts are urged to use the dock area closest to shore to allow deeper draft
yachts access to the dock. Smaller boats
are also encouraged to use the NORTH dock to alleviate overcrowding at the
SOUTH dock area.
3. When
launching a yacht, plan carefully in order to minimize time spent at the
launching ramp. Try to select a time for
launching and/or removal when club activities are on the light side. Under no circumstances should this be done
during peak periods of activity. Do not leave your vehicle and trailer on the
access road where they will obstruct traffic flow. Remove them to the road outside the main
entrance or return them to your designated dry sail area.
4. When
leaving for an extended period with your boat notify the Harbormaster. This
will assure that your mooring facilities will be free upon your anticipated
return date.
5. DO
NOT tie up club dinghies any longer than necessary to retrieve your boat from
its mooring. They are not to be left at
moorings for long periods of time or used for amusement purposes.
6. No
fishing is allowed from the dock area on Sunday from
7. Wading
and swimming are not allowed under any circumstance.
8. For safety sake, do not leave your children unsupervised at
the club facilities; they are YOUR responsibility.
9. Please
tie your yacht to the dock bow on and do not leave your yacht tied to the dock
for extended periods.
DUTY
RESPONSIBILITIES
Two
members are assigned Duty each night of the week from dock-in until dock-out.
Duty is
from 1900 until 2130 (
Sign in
and out of the log book. Note all unusual occurrences. Identify
any member missing Duty.
Duty is
performed in and around the clubhouse and docks, not out sailing on the lake.
Pickup
club grounds and empty all trash barrels.
Sweep and
pick up the clubhouse interior. Brooms and dust pans are located in the middle
locker.
Secure/lock
the three dinghies and the green workboat.
Close and
secure all windows, lock the door, set the alarm, and install entrance cable
when Duty is completed.
Attempt to
call boat owners in case of emergency. (call collect if
necessary).
MASSABESIC
YACHT CLUB HANDBOOK
REGULATIONS
PERTAINING TO
Watershed,
l. Trees, shrubs and flowers within the
area shall not be cut or removed.
2. The sale of
food, drinks or merchandise of any kind within the area is prohibited.
3. No person shall place in or near the
waste containers any garbage, refuse or trash of any kind that he has brought
from his home, camp or place of business.
4. Only charcoal fires shall be kindled or
maintained, and only in controlled areas.
5. The breaking of bottles or the throwing
of trash of any description into the lake is prohibited.
6. Tenting, camping or overnight use of
trailers or campers is prohibited.
7. No firearms or air rifles shall be
exhibited or discharged in the area.
8. Bathing, wading and water skiing are
prohibited.
9. Wading while launching, removing,
entering or leaving a boat is strictly prohibited.
10. Rubber rafts, sailfish and sunfish are
prohibited.
11. Dogs must be leashed and all domestic
animals shall be kept out of the water.
12. This is our water supply. Please help keep it clean.
MEMBERS ARE REMINDED THAT THE CLUB BY‑LAWS AND
OUR LEASE REQUIRE COMPLIANCE WITH THE MASSABESIC
VIOLATORS ARE SUBJECT TO DISMISSAL FROM THE CLUB.
MASSABESIC
YACHT CLUB HANDBOOK
I. GENERAL
INFORMATION
A. CLUB
MEETINGS
Meetings are held the first Monday of each month at
the location announced in the RUMBLINGS.
Any change of date and/or special subjects to be discussed will be
announced in the monthly newsletter.
B. RUMBLINGS
This is the club newsletter which contains
announcements, reports of activities, club news, racing results, racing and
cruise schedules. The newsletter is
published and mailed several days prior to each meeting.
C. MEMBER
RESPONSIBILITIES
Each regular and racing member is required to serve
Duty (four times), Race Committee (one time), and Dock-in or Dock-out. If a member is unable to perform a required
duty, he must make arrangements for a replacement and inform the Commodore,
Harbormaster or Race Committee Chairperson as appropriate. There are penalties for missing a required
activity which include both fines and possible loss of membership. All alternate duties must be approved in
advance.
D. RACING
The club holds an organized racing series for many
classes as well as an open class. Generally, two races are held each Sunday
throughout the season. New competitors are eagerly welcomed. You don't have to
be an expert to race. Even beginners have a chance to win. The racing season is
divided into three series: Spring, Summer and
Fall. Trophies are awarded to the first,
second and third place winners in each active class for the three series. In addition, several special races are
sponsored throughout the season. These
include class regattas, Master's Race, Ladies' Race, Cobweb, Commodore's Cup
and
The club operates and maintains a Race Committee Boat
(pontoon) as well as an outboard launch for racing activities. The enclosed
chart of the lake shows the various locations on the lake where race markers
are set depending on conditions for
the day. Each race day, the Race
Committee will determine a proper course based on the conditions.
II. SPECIAL
EVENTS
A. NEW
MEMBERS ORIENTATION AND PICNIC
Each year, M.Y.C. holds an orientation and picnic for
new members. This is an opportunity to
learn about the operation of Club buildings and grounds as well as meet new
friends. New members receive a tour of
the building and grounds, become familiar with the general guidelines about the
use of Club facilities, learn about the alarm system, and review duties and
responsibilities of membership.
Following the orientation, the Club holds a picnic to introduce new
members and their families.
B. ANNUAL LOBSTER COOKOUT
One of the highlights of the summer season is the
Annual Lobster Cookout. This fun filled
event traditionally follows the Ladies' Race in August.
C. ANNUAL
REGATTA
Massabesic Yacht Club holds an annual regatta each
fall the weekend after Labor Day. Yachts of many classes are invited to attend
for a weekend of racing and fun. The usual routine is for a minimum of two
races to be held on Saturday followed by a cookout, and three races on Sunday
followed by the presentation of awards to the winners. The actual number of races is determined by
the conditions.
D. SAILING
PROGRAM
Instruction is provided by volunteers from the
club. Each year the program includes
classroom instruction on safe boating and sailing, marlinespike, seamanship,
review of rigging, boat parts, boat handling, care and
handling of sails, capsize and man overboard drills. On the water activities to learn to sail the
Program's fleet are included.
E. CLUB
GROUNDS
The club grounds are located on the northwest
The docks are removed at Dock‑Out and stored
for the winter and replaced each spring at Dock‑in. Dinghies are provided for club members’ use. Please remember to lock the dinghies,
buildings, and the gate to the club grounds when leaving the area to help
discourage vandalism. The grounds are automatically lighted at night.
F. ALARM
SYSTEM
A. Disarming
the Unit
When you arrive at the A Frame, you will see a small
metal box at the right of the doors.
This box is secured with a standard club padlock. Unlock it and you will see a small touch tone
pad with an indicator on it. This is the
arming and disarming control for the alarm.
IF THE LIGHT IS LIT, IT INDICATES THE ALARM IS ARMED. To disarm the panel, enter the Club's private
code, and the light should go out. If
the light does not go out, try entering the code again. If you forget to enter the code, and open the
A Frame, the alarm will emit a high pitched tone for 35 seconds to warn you
that you have tripped the unit. You can
then enter the code at the main panel.
This will have the same effect as entering the code at the outside of
the building.
B. Arming
the Unit
Arming the unit is exactly the opposite of disarming
the unit. Make sure you have logged the
time you leave the building in the Log Book.
Close windows, turn off lights, and lock the main door and arm the
alarm. Enter the Club's code in the
digital access control unit at the front of the building. The red light should come on to indicate the
unit is armed. Relock the alarm box with
the padlock.
G. MOORINGS
The club moorings are restricted to club
members. Before placing a mooring, it
must be approved by the Harbormaster.
The Harbormaster will then designate a location according to a master
plan to allow access to the docks and prevent collisions. The Harbormaster will
provide details regarding what constitutes an adequate mooring for each class
of boat to help assure safety in all weather.
H. ANNUAL
BANQUET
The annual banquet is held in January. The past
season's racing awards are given and the new officers for the ensuing year are
introduced. This is the highlight of the winter season and helps us endure the
remainder of the cold, wintry weather in anticipation of spring and Dock-in.
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