MCYS Opening Day 2024 – thank you Mt Martha Community Bank
Thank you to our sponsor the Community Bank Mt Martha, it has long been a pillar in our area, supporting locals and fostering community. Represented
MCYS Opening Day 2024 – thank you Danckhert Real Estate
It was wonderful to welcome Ian Ross from Danckert Real Estate, a sponsor that is renowned for its exceptional service and commitment to finding the
MCYS Opening Day 2024 – thank you Battery World Mornington
Batteryologist, from Battery World Mornington, Brad Fitzsimmons was working “someone has to keep the country going” but he was ably represented by wife Lynda on
MCYS Opening Day 2024 – thank you Moneta Super
Moneta Super was enthusiastically represented by Russell Warmington, Director and Co Owner. Russell is passionate about helping people manage their wealth and we appreciate his
MCYS to introduce Nav Rallies for season 2024/25
Over the past few cold windy and wet months Bill Wilson (Mr Merchandise – MCYS), Clare Murphy and Geoff Steele have been experimenting with and
MCYS Open Day – Sat 12th Oct
Join us for a fantastic day of celebration on Saturday, October 12th at Martha’s Table. We’re excited to announce that our Opening Day is just
MCYS Social Dinner: A Night of Fun & presentation from Moneta Super!
Ahoy, members of the Martha Cove Yacht Squadron! We’re thrilled to invite you to our upcoming Social Dinner, set to take place at the charming
PLANNING DAY at MYC – 21 September 2024 from 9 am
In 2018 we planned the launch of MCYS. We launched MCYS in 2018/9 with over 170 Foundation members joining, and upwards of 200 members joining
Welcome new Sponsors – Community Bank Mt Martha and Danckert Real Estate
Welcome to Our New Sponsors! We are thrilled to announce two fantastic new additions to our sponsor family: Community Bank Mt
MCYS Social Dinner: A Night of Fun at Jetty Road Brewery!
Ahoy, members of the Martha Cove Yacht Squadron! We’re thrilled to invite you to our upcoming Social Dinner, set to take place at the charming
2024 AGM Reports & Post AGM presentations
Below are the reports from the Commodore, Vice Commodore, Rear Commodore Sail, Rear Commodore Power and Treasurer for the 2023/2024 season: Commodore – Gareth Davies
Notice of Annual General Meeting 2024 – Fri 19th Jul 2024
Notice is hereby given of the Annual General Meeting (“AGM”) of the Martha Cove Yacht Squadron Inc., at 6.00pm on Friday 19 July 2024 at Stella’s Dromana Hotel 151 Point
Save the Date: Martha Cove Yacht Squadron Annual General Meeting
Ahoy, MCYS Members! Get ready to set sail, power, drive or just walk to the Martha Cove Yacht Squadron Annual General Meeting! Mark your calendars
What is Time Trialling?
Watch this video about time trialing from South of Perth Yacht Club or read more here
Setting Sail for a Memorable Evening: MCYS Members to Dine at Blairgowrie Yacht Squadron – Sat 11th May
Ahoy, members of the Martha Cove Yacht Squadron! Prepare to hoist the sails and embark on a culinary adventure as we gather for an exquisite
Introductory Nav Rally & Coffee Save the Date
Come join the fun in the introductory MCYS Navigation Rally cruise and social event. When: Sunday 19 May
Embark on the next leg: MCYS Peninsula Trail Walk – Sat Apr 27th – 9:30am
Attention all Martha Cove Yacht Squadron members! Get ready to lace up your walking shoes and join us for our next leg of the Peninsula
Setting Sail for a Memorable Evening: Martha Cove Yacht Squadron Members to Dine at Mornington Yacht Club – Sat 13th Apr
Ahoy, members of the Martha Cove Yacht Squadron! Prepare to hoist the sails and embark on a culinary adventure as we gather for an exquisite
MCYS Members’ Dinners – past and upcoming!
What an incredible evening at the Ranelagh Club’s MCYS Members Dinner! We had such a fantastic time with delicious cuisine to captivating conversations, the night
A quick VDLC / cricket update from John Hall
Perfect day here in Port Davey. The biennial grudge cricket test was held between the Hobartians (I am one on an honorary basis as I
CHANGE OF PLANS – MCYS Members Dinner at the Ranelagh Club this Sat 16th March: A Night of Celebration and Camaraderie
We are thrilled to announce an upcoming event that promises an evening of warmth, camaraderie, and celebration – the MCYS Members Dinner at the Ranelagh
VDLC Update from John Hall
We arrived to the entrance of the Tamar River afternoon Tuesday 20th in an Easterly 20-25 knots. Nice trip across from “Croppies Bay” on the
Update Your Membership Information Today for a Better Member Experience!
As part of our ongoing efforts to enhance your membership experience, we kindly request all members to take a moment to update their membership information
VDLC
In this years VDLC – circumnavigation of Tasmania, John Hall on Wingara II will be joined by another MCYS club boat, Corinthian a Nauticat 43,
Peninsula Trail walks re-start in April
Our popular Peninsula Trail walks are also about to start up for 2024 with our first being Saturday 30th March. Meet opposite Hobson’s Café in
Setting Sail to an impressive 2nd at Festival of Sails: John Gordon’s Regatta update in the Festival of Sails on E’toile
Image 1 – John Gordon’s proxy picking up the medal and alledgedly, a bottle of Jimmy Rum (not yet seen) Image 2 – E’Toile
Fair Winds and Following Seas: A Salute to Rear Commodore – Sail, John Hall’s Circumnavigation of Tasmania in the VDLC
Figure 1 – Wingara II – as of 13:30 05/02/2024 Ahoy, fellow MCYS members! It is with great admiration that we extend our best
Twilight Race Update – 24th Jan
In a close finish, E’toile triumphed over Wingara II in our latest post Christmas twilight on 24 January 2024. After a cancelled strong wind warning (that got me thinking
What’s up with the weather?
Has anyone else noticed that the weather we have been experiencing over the summer (since December 1st, 2023) has been odd? The full yearly review
39th S80 State Titles
Recently, MCYS members John Hall (RC – Sail) and son (and recent new member) Andrew Hall sailed in the 39th S80 State Titles sailed at RMYS.
Petersville Regatta 2023
The “Petersville Regatta” was conducted by Blairgowrie Yacht Squadron over 4 days 27-30th December 2023. MCYS had two of our boats sailing – John Gordon
MCYS again supports Martha Cove Fireworks
MCYS is proud to announce its ongoing support of the Martha Cove Marina Village (MCMV) NYE Fireworks. MCMV says: “The Martha Cove Marina Village Owners
Heartfelt Wishes and Gratitude for a Wonderful Year
As we approach the joyous holiday season, I wanted to take a moment to extend my warmest wishes to each and every one of you.
Exciting News for MCYS Members in the New Year!
As we eagerly anticipate the arrival of the new year, we’re thrilled to announce some exciting developments that will enhance your MCYS experience! Beginning in
VERY SPECIAL OFFER – MCYS XMAS FUNCTION
For those coming to our Christmas Celebration at Jimmy Rum on the 1st December – do you want to make the night even more special?
3rd leg of our Bay Trail walk
Join us this Saturday 26th November at 9.30am at the McCrae lighthouse for the 3rd leg of our Bay Trail walk. Continuing our journey we’ll
MCYS T Shirt Merchandise
Have you seen the new MCYS T Shirts with the recently revised MCYS “Boat Logo”? Great idea for the warmer weather and for early Christmas
Guest Speaker at Stella’s this Friday !
We’ve got an electrifying event lined up for you this Friday at Stella’s! Join us at 6 pm as we dive into the world of
MCYS End of Year Celebration!
Friday 1st December, 6.30pm at Jimmy Rum, Dromana https://jimmyrum.com.au/ This local, award winning, Rum distillery is right in our backyard – with James and the
SOCIAL NIGHT – First Friday of every month at Stella’s Dromana
Our regular Friday social night is moving to Stella’s – first Friday of every month! Join us from 6pm at Stella’s, Dromana Hotel for informal
MCYS PENINSULA TRAIL WALK – 28th Oct
Dromana Pier to McCrae light house With spring on the horizon, it’s time to dust off your walking shoes and join us as we hit
PETERSVILLE REGATTA – ENTRIES OPEN
Blairgowrie Yacht Squadron (BYS) is excited again host the Petersville Regatta for 2023. Historically, the Petersville Regatta attracted keelboat owners from surrounding yacht clubs and was held from 1981
TWILIGHT RACING THIS WEDNESDAY
With warmer weather and light winds, it’s a great opportunity for those new to Twilight Racing to give it a crack. Email rear.commodore.sail@mcys.com.au if you
FN’C’S Family run Fish and Chippery – Fri 20th Oct
ICONIC PUBS & CLUBS SOCIAL NIGHT Friday 20th October 6pm 20 Collins Rd Dromana Join us from 6pm for informal drinks and catch-up then why
Tidetech Van Diemen’s Land Circumnavigation Cruise 2024
If a challenging 800 nautical mile cruise-in-company around Tasmania with experienced, friendly people appeals to your sense of adventure, then don’t delay in registering your
