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Blairgowrie Destination and Novice Return Final Reminders: 

We have a large fleet of 54 boats participating in the Blairgowrie race. BYS have gone to quite some effort to welcome and accommodate the fleet after the race.

Despite light conditions, we believe we can proceed with the race tomorrow and have organized race management to handle all possible scenarios.

The start boat will follow the fleet down to Blairgowrie. Additionally, we have added a gate to shorten the course if needed. If there is no wind at 9:30, our intention is to move the start line closer to Blairgowrie.

Sailing in light conditions is a fundamental part of ocean racing, providing excellent practice for the fleet. We encourage you also to join the Novice race on Sunday which will provide crew with the chance to experience a different role.

What makes this race special is the opportunity it provides to enjoy our destinations, to get together and the camaraderie that comes from that to make a great weekend event with 2 races and look forward to seeing you in Blairgowrie.

This communication covers:

• Photo Competition
• Berthing 
• Arriving and Departing
• Meals & Presentation
• Novice Return Race 

Please read carefully!

Photo Competition

You know how much we love to capture the people, the journey and places we go! If possible, please take some photos and submit them via our WhatsApp group or  This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. prior to 5:00pm on Sunday, 7th July 2024. Best photo from the weekend will win an ORCV Beanie and Australian Merino Wool Neck Warmer.  

Berthing

You must only berth in the space allocated to you.

Blairgowrie Yacht Squadron (BYS) has done a wonderful job accommodating us all. Please check the marina map below and only berth in your nominated berth or rafting position.

• It is a condition of entry that boats must berth in accordance with the directions of the BYS Marina Master.
• Blairgowrie has allocated berths based on availability.
• As guests of BYS please only berth in your nominated berth as listed below.
• Please ensure that you have fenders and your own mooring lines.

Click here for a map of the Marina: BYS Berth Map

For any questions, please contact the ORCV office directly on 0493 102 744 prior to midday Friday 5th July 2024.

Arriving and Departing

If you arrive at a reasonable time, BYS volunteers will guide or direct you to your designated berth. After securing your boat, please pick up your gate passes from the boxes at the end of your marina finger. There will be an envelope with the boat name in the box. Please return the passes to the same location before departure. Lanyards will be available for pick up at the bar. 
Non-return of passes will be charged to the boat at $50 per missing pass.

Facility Opening times:

• The Marina - 24/7
• Showers and toilets located in the Junior Lounge (ground floor of the main clubhouse) 7:00am – 11:00pm only
• Showers and toilets located on the first floor in the building behind Scotts’ Shed 24/7

Check-Out time is strictly 10:00am. It is imperative that ALL BOATS check-out on time please. If you need a longer stay, please contact BYS marina to organise and pay for any additional time.

Please also ensure that you return your visitor passes into the boxes where you picked them up.

BYS Contact Details

• Marina Office – 03 5929 9609 or 03 5925 9611
• BYS Reception – 03 5925 9600

Meals & Presentation

Saturday Night 

Our function will be in the Racing Lounge and The Deck. This will be available for us from 6:00pm. Upon arrival, bar snacks and drinks will be available from the bar.

Meals will be served at 6:30pm. If you have not pre-ordered dinner there will be a small number of walk-in meals available (~50).

The presentation time will be set and confirmed by Race Directors by SMS but is anticipated to be just prior to dinner.

Sunday Morning

Pre-ordered coffee and egg & bacon rolls will be available for pickup from 7:00am. If you have not pre-ordered breakfast there will be a small number of walk-in meals available.

Novice Return Race

For those doing the Novice Return Race (NRR) on Sunday 7th July, there will be a pre-race briefing on the deck at BYS at 7:30 am.

You must submit your Crew Role and Experience Declaration by 8:00pm Saturday 6th July 2024 at the latest to the Race Director in person, by SMS or email to be eligible for scoring in the NRR race.