You must have heard or read about the two former America’s Cup yachts being repaired in the Mackay Marina Shipyard. They belong to the Australian 12m Historic Trust and are on their way to Sydney; and need volunteer crew for the journey.
All members are invited to come along to the clubhouse this Friday evening at 6.00pm (21st October) to meet the president of the Trust, Ben Morgan. Even if you are not able to volunteer your services for the delivery trip to Sydney, Ben will be a very interesting person to meet and talk to about the activities of the Australian 12m Historic Trust. It will be held as an informal gathering in the ‘yachties corner’ of the clubhouse bar.
Ben is also about to do some sea trials of the two boats, and will be looking for some extra day crew for a media publicity event for the trust. Details of when are not finalised, but it seems most likely the two 12m yachts will accompany the club fleet for the Bailey Islet race on Sat 29th for the media event. Have a chat to Ben on Friday evening if you are interested in crewing for a sea trial.
You can get further info on the Australian 12m Historic Trust at their web site http://www.australian12m.com/ See also Ben’s email to all members of YQ & YNSW
Bob Critchley
Vice Commodore – Mackay Yacht Club
Ph 49546605, Mob 0408157521
Email – r.j.critchley@bigpond.com