Boatworks 23 Posted February 4, 2014 Share Posted February 4, 2014 The Elliott 5.9 Class is holding a new event this year at Kawau, 7-9 March 2014. This will be a mix of social, yachting and fun events based at Smelting House Bay (RNZYS's Lidgard House). Families, guests and interested sailors welcome to join us for the weekend. We are running a couple of hours of spectator-friendly E5.9 sprint racing and plenty of other events for sailors, non-sailors and kids. This is not part of our 2014 Traveler Series but just as important and there will be prizes for the racing and some special guest stars. Thank you to Doyle Sails for sponsoring the weekend. We know of 12 Elliott 5.9 crews coming so far with a few other possibles, plus a few special guests, friends and prospective sailors/owners. Thanks to Doyle Sails for sponsoring the weekend. There are a mix of accommodation options including camping, lodge and on the water. Many crews and other attendees are bringing yachts and launches to stay on as well as their E5.9's. Tows for the E5.9's are being arranged by the Assn to and from Sandspit (Friday p.m., Sunday p.m.) So get set for a fantastic, laid back and fun weekend. It is not compulsory to bring an E5.9!! But at least bring your sailing gear, your kids, your SUP, your Wind Warrior, dinghy etc. We welcome visitors We know some keelboats are also stopping on the way back from the Route 66 to join us for some fun and the Spit Roast on Saturday evening. Spit roast and some refreshments provided but best to also bring your own catering. See draft programme below. Draft Programme Here's the draft schedule... Many sailors are bringing launches and keelboats to stay in. There are other accommodation options (e.g. tents, rentals etc). Please contact the Assn if you require assistance or advice. Friday 7th March 4pm - E5.9 Assn is arranging boat tow depart from Sandspit. (trailer and car storage details TBA) 7pm – Welcome party at Lidgard House Lawn (evening very casual) BBQ available for those who need it. E5.9 Class will have some refreshments otherwise BYO Saturday 8th March 10am – 1pm – Sprint Racing (3 races) There will be a boat to take people out to the racing if wanted although we are hoping to race close to the anchorage. Afternoon – Sausage Sizzle for lunch. Special invitational race/s - if conditions permit. Kids Activities - Egg Throwing / 3 legged race / Kids SUP race / lolly scramble) etc Adult Activities – Sup racing / Wind Warriors (if time permits) Evening – Lamb Spit Roast at Lidgard House (Lamb and buns provided - otherwsie BYO) Sunday 9th March 10am – 12pm – Sprint Racing (3 races) There will be a chase boat to take people to watch the racing if wanted. Afternoon – Sausage Sizzle for lunch. Prize Giving – Race Winners and Spot Prizes Approx 3.30pm - Depart at Leisure The E5.9 Assn is arranging E5.9 tow / transport back to Sandspit mid afternoon. Follow our Facebook Page (http://www.fb.com/elliott5.9) and our Facebook Events Page. Please PM me if you are keen to attend or have questions. Link to post Share on other sites
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