Sail Training Update
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BYS Junior & Youth Sailing What a magic Sunday 4th December we had for BYS Junior and Youth Sail Training. Sailors were presented with sensational sunshine and a 30 degree day with light NNE breeze, absolutely perfect for light wind sail training. Our largest JST Group, Green Group continues to progress in leaps and bounds […]
Upcoming Events
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We have two club events coming up. On Thursday 24 November, we have a fabulous curry buffet extravaganza, and on Wednesday 30 November we have a six course seafood degustation dinner. Both events can be booked via the TryBooking links below. Book early to avoid disappointment!
Oaks Day Luncheon
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Wow what a fabulous turn-out for the BYS Oaks Luncheon attended by 150 members and guests. Thank you to all our sponsors who kindly donated funds and raffle items, and we are so proud that we were able to raise $4,000 to donate to Mentis Assist. Mentis Assist is one of Victoria’s primary not-for-profit community […]
71st Season Opening Day
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Saturday 1 October saw the weather really turn out for the 71st Season Opening Day! The day was hosted by Commodore Matt McCarthy and MC’d by Rear Commodore Georgina Plumridge. Australian Sailing’s Female Sailor of the Year (Victoria) Laura Harding officially opened the day; new 50 year member Jenny Hunter broke the burgee whilst Father John […]
BYS sailor snapshot series – our youth
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Some of our youth members have shared their sailing experiences from growing up at BYS. We think you’ll agree there are some great stories to share here. Enjoy watching…
Southern Sails Magazine 2020
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It’s with great pleasure (and some relief!) that we invite you to download this electronic version of Southern Sails here A formal print run with its initial distribution at this month’s in-person Presentation Night was the expectation, but that plan became another casualty of Covid-19. Nevertheless, we’re aiming on a print run being available in […]
National Volunteer Week 18-24 May 2020
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Nominations for BYS Volunteer of the Year 2020 National Volunteer Week is 18-24 May. In recognition of this, BYS is pleased to again be presenting it’s “Volunteer of the Year” award to one of our dedicated members who have gone above and beyond in their volunteering efforts over the course of the year. The award […]
49er/49fx World Championships Geelong
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Great competition opportunity was enjoyed by BYS sailors competing in World Championships on local waters Corio Bay, Geelong! Congratulations to all BYS women and men who competed in the 49er and 49erFX World Championships this past week. Pictured left – BYS Boys waiting for wind with their support boat (photo credit Martyn Sly)
2020 Australian Open Skiff Championships
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Over 4 days (18-21 January 2020), 64 sailors from around Australia and New Zealand gathered at Mordialloc Sailing Club for the 2020 Australian Open Skiff (formerly Open Bic) Championships. BYS was represented by Lucas James and Ellie Cowell (Gold Fleet) and Will James (Silver Fleet). The regatta featured a range of sailing conditions and very […]
Club J70 available for Members to sail
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There are plenty of great opportunities for the J70 fleet this summer, including the Sunday sports boat Series and the Australian Championships in April just to name a couple. With expressions of interest already requested for the use of the club J70 this summer, the Sailing Committee would like to ensure everyone has a fair […]