Regattas

BLAIRGOWRIE YACHT SQUADRON

Experience quality race management, world class member facilities and a smile that makes you feel welcome guarantees you’ll have a great regatta when you visit BYS. And while you’re here you want to explore some of the attractions that the Mornington Peninsula is famous for.

BYS is a great place to see great regatta racing

What makes travelling to BYS to compete with some of the country’s finest sailors so good? Well it’s not just one thing, but many different things working together that makes everything just right.

First up, it’s the experience, professionalism and passion of the Club’s Flag Officers, Executive Committee and all the support staff that ensures everything goes without a hitch and competitors, members and visitors have a great time. Like our annual Petersville Regatta, one of the most highly anticipated events for keelboat racing. And of course our world class facilities, friendly sailors and the spectacular coastline make every event something special.

VISITING BLAIRGOWRIE

Experience, race management, world class member facilities and a smile that makes you feel welcome guarantees you’ll have a great regatta when you visit BYS. And while you’re here you want to explore some of the attractions that the Mornington Peninsula is famous for.

Shopping: The Blairgowrie shopping strip is located just a short walk from BYS and has an award winning IGA supermarket along with a bottle shop that stocks local beers and wines. There is also an array of cafes, takeaway food and local home wares

Fuel: The closest petrol station is located 200m east on Point Nepean Road from BYS, alternatively 24 hour petrol stations are available in Rye

Refuelling: Onwater refuelling is available at the Queenscliff marina

Support Boats: Can be launched here and further services are available through our own marina

Chandlery and Repairs: Wooden Boat Shop Sorrento

Weather: South Channel

Tides: High and Low tides at Williamstown corresponds with the turning tide in the waters off Blairgowrie

Clubhouse Access: All crew members of regatta entry boats will be issued with a Regatta Pass which will provide access to the toilets and showers for the duration of the regatta. Please return your regatta pass before departure or a fee will be charged

Trailer Parking: Availabilty will vary depending on the regatta. Please speak to the BYS Sailing Office for this information relevant to the specific regatta you are entering.

Medical: South Coast Medical Centre is located 250m east from BYS on Point Nepean Road within the Blairgowrie shopping strip

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