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OFFICIAL CLUB
   BROCHURE
     2020-2021
OFFICIAL CLUB BROCHURE 2020-2021 - Gosford Sailing Club
CONTENTS

Welcome to Gosford Sailing Club........ 4                               Adult Learn to Sail................................ 44
About the Club and its Facilities.......... 8                           Junior Sailing......................................... 46
Sailing Heritage..................................... 10                Youth Sailing Academy......................... 50
Becoming a Member............................. 14                       Out There Program................................ 53
Club Membership Options.................... 18                          Cruising Fleet........................................ 54
Member Benefits................................... 23                   Central Coast Game Fishing Club........ 56
Spinnakers Brasserie............................ 24                     GSC Social Golf Club............................ 59
Spinnakers Functions & Events............ 26                            Social Activities..................................... 60
Racing Program..................................... 30                  The Gosford Sailing Club App.............. 62
The Boatshed Bar & Café..................... 38                         How to Find Us...................................... 65
Regattas and Event Hosting................. 40                          Contact Us............................................. 66
Corporate Opportunities....................... 42

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Members enjoy a full calendar of sailing events
                                       throughout the year with competitive yacht and dinghy
                                       racing. Gosford Sailing Club has produced many
                                       talented sailors which have included World champions,
                                       Olympic champions, winners of the America’s Cup and
                                       the Sydney to Hobart, and some of the sailing world’s
                                       other most coveted prizes.
                                       The next generation of sailing stars are being trained
                                       in the Sailing Academy, which offers an extensive
                                       range of training courses overseen by a fully-qualified
                                       and talented team of instructors.
                                       The well-appointed clubhouse is an excellent choice
                                       as the venue for functions, offering a choice of
                                       spaces perfect for anything from a wedding reception
                                       or birthday party to a work Christmas party or life
                                       celebration.
                                       The clubhouse overlooks the marina, offering

 WELCOME                               wonderful views out over the water. Members can
                                       relax and enjoy a refreshing drink in the Main Lounge,

 TO GOSFORD                            out on The Terrace, or on the new timber deck that
                                       stretches out over the water. There are also gaming

 SAILING CLUB                          lounge facilities, including TAB & Keno, and regular
                                       club events which form part of an active social
                                       calendar.
 Gosford Sailing Club enjoys
                                       In addition to the sailors; motor cruisers, Central Coast
 a spectacular location on the
                                       Game Fishing Club and the GSC Social Golf Club are
 foreshore of picturesque Brisbane
                                       all among those who call Gosford Sailing Club home.
 Water on the New South Wales
 Central Coast. It caters for a        Gosford Sailing Club has a truly great mix of people.
 thriving membership with a            The club’s staff, affectionately referred to as “the
 diverse range of boating interests.   crew”, provide both professional and personalised
                                       service, and they look forward to welcoming you soon,
                                       both new members and guests.

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By the end of its first season, it had changed its name   FUNCTIONS
                                 to the Gosford and Brisbane Water Aquatic Club            u Weddings
                                 and, in 1941, changed to its current name of Gosford
                                                                                           u Anniversaries
                                 Sailing Club.
                                                                                           u Corporate Events
                                 Gosford Sailing Club has evolved from the Aquatic
                                 Club in 1932 with two 16ft skiffs to one which            u Birthdays
                                 promotes the sport of sailing in all its forms, from      u Presentations
                                 junior training boats to ocean going yachts.              u Life Celebrations
                                 Club facilities now include:                              u Any Special Occasion
                                 SAILING                                                   ENTERTAINMENT
                                 u Junior, Intermediate & Experienced Racing               u Regular Live Music
                                 Programs
                                                                                           u Retro Discos
                                 u Hosted Regattas
                                                                                           u Trivia Nights
                                 u Learn to Sail Programs
                                                                                           u Comedy Nights
                                 u Youth Sailing Academy
                                                                                           u Poker
                                 u Sailability, for people with disabilities
                                                                                           u Regular Raffles
 ABOUT THE                       u Corporate Sailing Packages
                                                                                           u TAB & Keno
                                 u Racing Infrastructure of Rescue & Support Vessels
 CLUB AND ITS                    u New Multipurpose room for sailors to enjoy
                                                                                           MARINA

 FACILITIES                      training, meetings, and race/regatta management           u 29 berth
                                                                                           (waiting list available)
                                 DINING
                                 u Spinnakers Brasserie                                    CLUBHOUSE
 Gosford Rowing, Sailing and                                                               u Boat Storage
                                 u The Boatshed Bar & Cafe
 Motor Club was formed in 1932
                                                                                           u Hardstand Facilities
 with the magnificent Brisbane   LOUNGE AREAS
                                                                                           u 2 Huge Rigging Areas
 Water as its racing course.     u The Main Lounge
                                                                                           u Ample Parking
                                 u The Terrace
                                                                                           u Off the Beach Sailing
                                 u The Sports Bar
                                 u The Boatshed Bar & Cafe

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SAILING
                          HERITAGE
                                                                                   2020 Australian Etchells Championship winner.          is very involved in junior development, coaching
                          Gosford Sailing Club is proud of its
                                                                                   Tom continues with the Australia SailGP team in        and administration at the club whilst currently
                          sailing heritage. W hilst providing an                   2020.                                                  completing an exercise and sports science
                          opportunity for sailors of all levels to                                                                        degree.
                                                                                   Having won the 29er World Championship in
                          have fun on the water, our club can
                                                                                   Ontario in 2014, Kurt Hansen has continued his         A young Bridget Conrad was inspired to take up
                          rightly call itself the home of champions,
                                                                                   sailing success. Now campaigning a 49er, he            sailing by Tom’s Olympic success, and recently
                          with a number of our members having                      won the 2017 Junior European Championship              she was second girl at the 420 Nationals in
                          enjoyed notable successes on the world                   in Spain and was fifth at the 2019 Junior World        Mornington and first girl in the 420 Youth
                          stage.                                                   Championship in Norway. Kurt coaches at the            Championships in Sorrento. She and her crew
                                                                                   club, and recently supported six of our junior         India Gilbert will represent Australia at the next
                          One of the most well-known sailors produced by           sailors competing at the 29er Nationals in             Youth Worlds in Brazil in December, COVID-19
                          our club is Tom Slingsby. A lifelong member at           Blairgowrie.                                           restrictions permitting.
                          Gosford and Club Ambassador, Tom started sailing         Our women sailors, both young and not so young,        Other juniors to have excelled recently are
                          at age seven and, after winning five Laser world         have achieved significant success. Claire Heenan       Miles Greenwood and Jacob West who finished
                          championship titles, he won gold in the Laser class at   and Justine Gowland-Ella won the IRC division of       second and fourth respectively in the 2020 Sabot
                          the 2012 London Olympic Games.                           the 2019 Australian Women’s Keelboat Regatta in        Nationals at Vaucluse and, at the 53rd Flying
                          He then joined the Oracle Team USA crew that won         Melbourne for the second year in a row, and will       Ant Nationals at McCrae Yacht Club, Logan
                          the America’s Cup in San Francisco in 2013, then         compete again this year.                               Radford crewed with Joel Beashel to win the
                          losing it to Emirates Team New Zealand in Bermuda                                                               title again. Miles also won the 2020 Sabot NSW
                                                                                   Sophie McIntosh competed in the International
                          in 2017. Tom joined SailGP as the skipper of the                                                                Championship, and was to be competing in the
                                                                                   420 class at the 2015 World Championship in
                          Australian foiling catamaran competing against                                                                  Optimist World Championship in Lake Garda,
                                                                                   Japan and the 2016 Youth World Championship
                          five other national teams in five events around the                                                             Italy, in July 2020 until it was cancelled due to
                                                                                   in New Zealand. She then commenced sailing
                          world in 2019. After becoming the first sailing boat                                                            COVID-19.
                                                                                   the 470 class, qualified for the Australian
                          to achieve 50 knots whilst racing in Cowes, the team     Sailing Squad, and at the 2017 Junior World            The Gosford Etchells fleet has been sailing
                          won the final in Marseille. He then won the 2019         Championship in Japan, finished 2nd in the Under       every year since 1987. Among the crews is a
                          Moth World Championship, and was crew on the             20’s division. She returned to the 420 to finish 4th   World Champion – Paul Turner in 2004. At the
                                                                                   in the 2017 Ladies World Championship. Sophie

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2020 States in Lake Macquarie, Gosford boats
 comprised one-quarter of the fleet.
 Previous sailing members that have done very
 well on the international stage include Tom
 Burton who enjoyed gold medal success in the          AN AWARD WINNING MARINA LOCATED IN BROOKLYN THE
 Laser at the 2016 Rio Olympics; Darren Senogles,               HEART OF THE HAWKESBURY RIVER
 a winner of the Sydney to Hobart Race and the
 youngest ever to compete in the event 25 times,
 having first taken part as a 14-year-old; and David
 Witt who is Sailing Master on the 100ft super-                                  Your ONE STOP SERVICE CENTRE
 maxi Scallywag which competes in the most                                            •50 ton Straddle Carrier
 prestigious offshore events around the globe.                                    •Antifouling, Painting & Detailing
 The club has a long history of 16ft skiff sailing                              •Mechanics, Shipwrights, Electrician,
 in the 1900’s, and recently there has been a                                   Trimmers, Brokers, Metal Fabrication
 resurgence with several now competing regularly.                                     & Painters all on one site
 In January 2021, the club is host to the Australian                              •DIY welcome on our hardstand
 16ft Skiff Championship, an event that was last                                •Fuel •Casual and Permanent Berths
 held at Gosford in 1981.
 Additionally, there have been national and state                           Fenwicks Marina is a first class marina facility
 successes enjoyed by Gosford Sailing Club                                   situated 20 minutes south of Gosford by car,
 members over the years that are simply too                                             just off the M1 Freeway.
 numerous to mention individually.                                          We are a family run business having provided
 Having top-class athletes from your club                                  boating services to the lower Hawkesbury region
 competing for Olympic and world championship                               for over 30 years from this sheltered location.
 gold is a thrill for everyone at Gosford, not least                       The marina provides easy water access to Broken
 our younger members. Success breeds success                                  Bay, Pittwater and Brisbane Water cruising
 and inspires the next generation of sailors to take
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Family Membership offers club membership
 BECOMING                                            for the sailor, his or her partner (one Sailing,
                                                     one Social) and their children, all at one very

 A MEMBER                                            reasonable annual subscription.
                                                     Young sailors aged between 18 and 23 benefit
                                                     from preferential rates and the annual Junior
 Interested in joining one of the                    Sailing Membership equates to less than two
 friendliest sailing clubs in New                    dollars a week.
 South Wales? We would be happy to                   A year’s membership for a modest fee, with free
 welcome you aboard!                                 unlimited fresh air, fun and friendship thrown
                                                     in free of charge. Put simply, Junior Sailing
                                                     Membership is a no-brainer!
 Gosford Sailing Club is a dynamic club offering a
 wide range of off and on water activities for our   Our club also offers social membership for a very
 members.                                            affordable annual fee.
 Whether your interest lies with yacht racing,       A full list of membership categories and current
 motor cruising, game fishing or simply making       subscription rates may be viewed on the Club’s

                                                                                                         Hear better
 friends in a social atmosphere, then GSC is the     website, www.gosfordsailingclub.com, which
 club for you.                                       also carries a Membership Application form that
                                                     maybe downloaded. Simply complete the details
 Sailing Membership offers a cost-effective
 pathway into the club for those looking to take
 part in the many competitive events. Special
                                                     and drop it in to the Front Desk.
                                                     Please call the club on (02) 4325 7216 for more
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 young adults and juniors.
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CLUB
 MEMBERSHIP
 OPTIONS
                                    SAILING                                                   u RC Yacht – The Radio Controlled Yacht Fleet           Individuals select dates they plan on sailing on
 Various membership options are
                                                                                              class is the Dragon Force 65. Membership is $60         the water and can register into Sail Pass for
 available from Social through to   Sailing Membership provides you with on-water
                                                                                              and includes SUP and social membership.                 maximum of 10 passes (dates) before they join
 Sailing.                           insurance through our affiliation with Australian
                                                                                                                                                      Gosford Sailing Club as a sailing member. This
                                    Sailing and allows you to take part in various courses,   u SUP – Stand Up Paddle Boarding membership
                                                                                                                                                      provides a safer way of ensuring you are insured
                                    seminars and sailboat racing in local, State, National    is $60 and includes RC Yacht and social
                                                                                                                                                      while being out on the water and in the process
                                    and International events. Club benefits to sailing        membership.
                                                                                                                                                      of becoming a GSC Sailing member.
                                    membership include discounts on beverage and food,
                                                                                              SOCIAL
                                    discount on Marina berthing, automatic RC yacht                                                                   There are three categories:
                                    membership and SUP.                                       Become a social member from just $10. Benefits
                                                                                                                                                      u Discover Twilight Sail Pass
                                                                                              include access to the club and discounts on food
                                    u Junior – Membership options are available to                                                                    Wednesday (4:30pm-9. 30pm)
                                                                                              and beverage.
                                    junior sailors in the Optimist, Sabot, F11 and PJ from                                                            Cost: 1 pass=$30, after 1 pass=$25
                                    $90.                                                      TEMPORARY MEMBERSHIP – SAIL PASS
                                                                                                                                                      u Yacht Sail Pass-Inshore/Offshore/
                                    u Senior – Membership available from $285. This           SYSTEM
                                                                                                                                                      Twilight Races
                                    allows individuals in the Laser, Mixed Fleet and          Gosford Sailing Club’s Sail Pass system is              Cost 1-3 passes = FREE, after 3 passes = $25
                                    Etchells to race on Saturday afternoons.                  designed to allow individuals to become
                                                                                                                                                      u Etchells/Off The Beach Sail Pass/Saturday
                                    u 1st Year Crew – Available to individuals who are        temporary members for a day while aligning
                                                                                                                                                      Afternoon Racing
                                    joining GSC sailing for the first time.                   with Australian Sailing to provide Personal injury
                                                                                              insurance while on the water. Individuals who are       Cost 1-3 passes=FREE, after 3 passes=$25
                                    u Cruising – Cruising membership $160 for both
                                                                                              not club members but would like to go sailing on        For more information about the Sail Pass
                                    power and sail boats. Benefits include discount on
                                                                                              a yacht for twilight racing, or sailing on an off the   System, please see the Gosford Sailing Club
                                    the marina berths, discount for cruising moorings and
                                                                                              beach boat on Saturday afternoons or participate        Website.
                                    access to amenities at the Club.
                                                                                              in the Discover Sailing twilight evening on the
                                                                                              Magic 25’s can now register into the Sail Pass
                                                                                              system.

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u Spectacular location, with expansive views over
                                 Brisbane Water
                                 u Active club sailing calendar offering competitive
                                 events in a number of classes
                                 u Use of club boat storage facilities, hardstand and
                                 rigging areas
                                 u Gated marina with CCTV security offering 24-hour
                                 secure access
                                 u Discounted food and drinks
                                 u Spinnakers Brasserie offering daily specials with
                                 discounts available for members
                                 u Family-friendly club where children and partners
                                 are made to feel welcome
                                 u Active social calendar featuring regular live
                                 entertainment
                                 u Weekly Members’ Badge Draw for large cash
                                 prizes
                                 u Bar and clubhouse open daily to members and
                                 guests

MEMBER                           u Big screen TVs for watching major sporting events

BENEFITS                         u Exclusive member only promotions
                                 u Access to member only benefits through the GSC
                                 mobile app
Some of the compelling sailing   u Ability to sign in guests
and social reasons to become a   u Priority access to courses run by the club’s
member at Gosford Sailing Club   Sailing Academy, one of only eight Australian Sailing
include...                       Discover Sailing Centres in New South Wales to run
                                 both junior and senior sailing programs.

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SPINNAKERS BRASSERIE                                                                                         FOR ALL YOUR
 Spinnakers Brasserie at Gosford Sailing Club offers a relaxed dining experience
 for casual, contemporary meals with exceptional service.                                                       BANKING
 With all the traditional favourites plus creative
 new dishes and seasonal changes, the menu has
 something to satisfy every palate, with tempting daily
                                                          Gosford Sailing Club is very much in demand
                                                          for functions. Whether it be wedding receptions,
                                                          birthdays, office parties, any group gathering,
                                                                                                              REQUIREMENTS
                                                                                                               OR SUPPORT
 specials.                                                Spinnakers Brasserie’s Functions Manager and
                                                          Executive Chef work with you to tailor menus and
 Complementing the mouth-watering meals are the
                                                          cater for your every requirement.
 breathtaking views of Brisbane Water. No matter
 where you are seated in the Club, you have a view        Spinnakers Brasserie at Gosford Sailing Club has
 of the water and the kaleidoscope of activity            become the place to go on the Central Coast for
 and scenery. For evening dining, nature puts on          great informal dining and welcoming ambience.
 spectacular sunsets, especially for our guests.          Whether you’re dropping in, booked for a special
                                                          occasion or having a party, the combination of
 Dine inside in air-conditioned comfort or outside
                                                          delicious food and professional service will keep
 on The Terrace for a carefree al fresco feel. Ask the
                                                          you coming back again and again!
 friendly bar staff to suggest something from the
 extensive beverage list to accompany their Seaside       Even more incentive to join the club… Gosford                            Community Bank
                                                                                                                          East Gosford, Lisarow and Kincumber
 Grazing Platter or Spinnakers Beef Burger or the         Sailing Club members benefit from a special
 house-made Crème Brûlée!                                 discount at Spinnakers Brasserie.
 Spinnakers Brasserie menu also offers vegetarian
 and gluten-free options as well as a children’s menu.

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SPINNAKERS
 FUNCTIONS
 & EVENTS
                                     Our magnificent venue has long been one of the         clients and their guests. On the day, our friendly
 Gosford Sailing Club is delighted
                                     Central Coast’s best-kept secrets, though the club     and professional staff will be readily available
 to be able to offer top class       has developed a growing reputation for its function    to help you in any way they can to make your
 dining, events and function         hosting and makes an excellent choice for special      special occasion an event you will always
 facilities all year round to        occasions of all kinds, including:                     remember fondly.
 members and visitors thanks to
                                     u Wedding Receptions                                   Gosford Sailing Club offers an atmosphere of
 our highly-regarded function                                                               elegance and a view that is unsurpassed on the
                                     u Luncheons and Dinners
 and entertaining organisers,                                                               Central Coast. Our Dining Room and Terrace
 Spinnakers.                         u Networking Functions                                 areas can all be utilized for your upcoming
                                     u Birthday Celebrations                                function, all areas have wall to ceiling glass
                                                                                            windows to ensure that the magnificent views of
                                     u Anniversary Celebrations
                                                                                            Brisbane Water are enjoyed by all of your guests.
                                     u Engagement Parties
                                                                                            Spinnakers provides an array of cuisine options
                                     u Christmas Parties                                    of the highest levels of quality, specifically
                                     u Presentation Nights                                  designed to suit your event as well as second
                                                                                            to none front of house service, and excellent
                                     u Awards Ceremonies                                    function management.
                                     u Charity Fundraisers                                  All function areas are air conditioned and come
                                     u Life Celebrations                                    complete with panoramic marina views to
                                                                                            guarantee you and your guests a truly memorable
                                     We understand that every function is a truly unique
                                                                                            experience.
                                     event and we are more than happy to tailor a package
                                     specifically for you. Our dedicated team appreciate    THE DINING ROOM
                                     the preparation required to conduct a successful       A stylish, sophisticated and elegant setting
                                     event and strive to exceed the expectations of our     offering floor to ceiling windows overlooking the

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western and southern parts of Brisbane Water.        memento of that happiest of days.
 The Dining Room is the perfect venue for any
                                                      We pride ourselves on providing personalized,
 guests wanting a private gathering. It seats up
                                                      discreet and friendly service. Wait staff are
 to 60 guests, with standing space for up to 80
                                                      efficient and are always kept up to date and
 guests.
                                                      trained in all aspects of the menu and wine lists
 THE TERRACE                                          and are able to expertly explain any dish to your
                                                      guests at any time.
 This area offers either an enclosed air
 conditioned space or, open the bi-fold doors and     A wide selection of menu packages is available
 windows, and enjoy an alfresco event space with      to meet all tastes and budgets. We want your
 uninterrupted views over the water. The Terrace      special day to be just as you want it – without
 is ideal for casual canapé-style functions up to     having to compromise – and all packages can be
 120 guests or seated dining functions up to 80       customised to suit your individual requirements.
 guests.                                              Speak to our Functions Coordinator for more               Insinc Marine is a family owned and operated business
                                                      details.
 Any function held at Gosford Sailing Club cannot                                                             servicing the Central Coast with Australia’s leading brands.
 fail to be a spectacular occasion, with wedding      If you would like to view our facilities and        Dealers for Quintrex, Baysport and Crownline boats, all powered by Mercury Fourstroke
 receptions especially so. Wonderful marina           discuss your plans in more detail, please           and Mercruiser engines and stocking only the highest quality used boats. Being recently
 views will thrill your invited guests, as will the   do not hesitate to contact us to arrange an          crowned Quintrex NSW Dealer of the Year 2017/2018, there is no reason why we can’t
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 magnificent food. We have a simply stunning          appointment. Simply call (02) 43257216 or
 spot for the bridal photographer to capture those    email catering@spinnakersbrasserie.com.au.
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The experience of the sailors may differ greatly and
                                      their craft may come in all shapes and sizes and
                                      from all parts of the financial spectrum, but there is
                                      one constant that is guaranteed: the thrill and the
                                      exhilaration that comes with racing out on the water.
                                      GSC offers racing events for a variety of fleets every
                                      Saturday from September through to Easter and for
                                      ages from 7 to 77. Fleets include:

                                      ETCHELLS FLEET RACING
                                      The Etchells Class is a one-design boat raced by
                                      more than fifty fleets around the world. The total hull
                                      length is 9.3 metres, with a hull weight of 1,508 kg. To
                                      account for their large size, Etchells are lifted into the
                                      water by a crane on Saturday race days. Etchells may
                                      have a crew of either 3 or 4 people racing per boat
                                      with a maximum combined weight of 285kg.
                                      GSC offers Etchells racing every Saturday afternoon
 RACING                               at 2:00pm during September through to April.

 PROGRAM
                                      The club has an extensive fleet, with approximately
                                      8 boats regularly racing each week. GSC has hosted
                                      many Etchells regattas, including the recent 2019
                                      Garmin NSW Etchells State Championships.
 W hether you are a supremely
                                      Competition ranges from local, state, national and
 ambitious Olympic hopeful or a       world events. Last year GSC held the NSW state titles,
 relative sailing novice still wet    where a total of 39 boats competed.
 behind the ears, boatowner or
                                      LASER FLEET RACING
 not, Gosford Sailing Club can
 offer you competitive sailing at a   The Laser class is one of the most popular types of
 level to suit.                       single-handed sailboats to race, both competitively
                                      and recreationally. As of 2018 there were more than
                                      an estimated 215,000 boats worldwide.

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The Laser has 3 different sail sizes:
                          u 4. 7 Rig – designed for smaller sailors 50-60kg.
                          u Radial 5. 7 Rig – suitable for sailors of 65-80kg.
                          u Full (Standard Rig) – perfect for sailors 75-90kg.
                          GSC’s Laser Fleet races on Saturday afternoons
                          throughout the sailing season from September
                          through to April. GSC has hosted many well-renowned
                          regattas in the class and has a strong history of
                          success with Olympian Tom Slingsby starting his
                          Laser career at Gosford Sailing Club.

                          MIXED FLEET RACING
                          Bring any boat and join in the Mixed Fleet racing at
                          the GSC. This fleet consists of International Fireballs,
                          NS14s, MG14s, 13ft Skiffs and for our youth 29ers,
                          raced on Saturday afternoons from 2:10pm. We run           by the junior committee and the competition is       Its total hull length is 2.31 metres and the hull
                          many regattas throughout the year including the            sailed in the following classes Sabots, Optimists,   weight is 35kg. The Optimist class is one of the
                          Bill Bowry Regatta, Australia Day Regatta, Legends         Flying 11’s and PJ’s. Juniors are usually out on     most popular sailing dinghies in the world, with
                          Regatta and Lenny Walpole Regatta. GSC also hosts          the water for two hours from 2-4pm and must be       over 150,000 boats officially registered with
                          many state and national championships including            club members.                                        the class. While younger lighter sailors begin
                          Moths, Flying 11’s and NS14’s. To participate, you                                                              in Optimists, competitive sailors usually weigh
                                                                                     Classes sailed:
                          must be a club member.                                                                                          between 35 and 55kg.
                                                                                     u Sabot – The Sabot Class is a 2.4 metre sailing
                          NS14 – The NS14 is an Australian designed sailing                                                               u Flying Eleven – The Flying Eleven class is a
                                                                                     dinghy raced by young sailors around Australia
                          dinghy, intended for competitive family sailing. It                                                             high performance racing skiff suitable for 12-16
                                                                                     aged 7-14. The boat may be sailed with one or
                          has a simple rig, is light enough to be lifted from a                                                           year olds. The Flying Eleven class is a logical
                                                                                     two people. Each season the Sabot Association
                          trailer into the water by three persons of average                                                              step in the transition between junior classes
                                                                                     organises local, zone, state and national
                          strength, requires only reasonable fitness to sail, and                                                         (such as the Sabot) to senior classes (such as
                                                                                     championships.
                          is affordable by the private sailor.                                                                            the Laser, 29er or 420) with a total of three sails
                                                                                     u Optimist – The Optimist, also known as the         per boat. It is a two person boat, 3.3 metres in
                          JUNIOR DINGHY RACING                                       ‘bathtub’ is a small, single-handed sailing dinghy   length and has a hull weight of 39kg.
                          Junior sailing runs every Saturday from September          intended for use by children up to the age of 15.
                          to April with racing starting at 2:00pm. It is organised

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DO WHAT
                          YACHT FLEET RACING
                          GSC offers inshore, offshore and twilight racing
                          competition.

                                                                                        YOU LOVE!
                          u Inshore – Racing on Sunday afternoons on Brisbane
                          Waters throughout summer from September to April.
                          Competition is based on a measurement rating system
                          (AMS) and a performance handicap system to allow all
                          different boats in 2 divisions an opportunity to win.
                          u Offshore – Involves mixed yacht racing in waters
                          between Terrigal and Sydney Harbour. Competition can
                          be held over either 1 or 2 days with racing to and from
                          Sydney Harbour.
                          u Twilight Racing – Twilight Sailing that takes place on
                          Wednesday evenings during Daylight Saving. We have
                                                                                                                               We've got your back.
                          over 30 yachts that regularly compete.
                                                                                                       Bishop Collins Chartered Accountants are
                          Here, in truth, the post-race beer or glass of wine,
                          clubhouse banter and socialising forms as much a part                         one of the Central Coast's leading firms
                          of the enjoyment as does the racing itself.
                          For new sailors, the Twilight Series is the best series to                        for accounting and auditing services.
                          ensure a position on a boat and meet skippers, though
                          for those with a little more sailing experience, good crew
                          are always in demand for the more competitive events.
                          Don’t worry if you don’t have a boat, you can still
                                                                                                          Let us make sure your financial affairs
                          experience the thrill that comes with racing. Regardless
                          of skill level, there are always plenty of opportunities
                                                                                                          are ship shape, so you can spend more
                          for people who are interested in sailing to participate
                          as crew members at the Gosford Sailing Club. All you
                                                                                                                       time doing what you love.
                          need to do is contact the Sailing Office to register your
                          interest, get down to the club early on race day, and we
                          will do our best to find you a place on a boat.

                                                                                       mail@bishopcollins.com.au | www.bishopcollins.com.au | (02) 4353 2333
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THE                             It’s the perfect setting for a coffee and cake, a light
                                 bite, fresh seafood, stone baked pizza or a casual
 BOATSHED                        drink with friends.

 BAR & CAFÉ
                                 On any given weekend throughout the normal sailing
                                 season (September-April) The Boatshed is a buzz of
                                 activity, and it’s the perfect vantage point to witness
                                 what the club is all about. Sit back and enjoy a few
 The latest edition to Gosford   cold drinks whilst observing all the on and off water
 Sailing Club is The Boatshed    sailing activities, including the launching of boats off
 Bar & Café. Situated right on   the hard stand, pre sailing briefings, and post sailing
 the shores of Brisbane Water,   presentations.
 this new casual bar and café    The Boatshed is a popular venue for group bookings
 has an expansive deck out       up to 100 people as a non exclusive booking, or 100-
 over the water and overlooks    180 people as an exclusive booking. We have a wide
 the club’s private marina and   range of catering options available including a great
                                 selection of shared platters, hand crafted canapés,
 surrounds.
                                 grazing tables, or buffet options.

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REGATTAS
 AND EVENT
 HOSTING
                                      The club is highly regarded by those seeking a venue       organisers of important events to feel assured
 Gosford Sailing Club is proud
                                      for regattas and major sailing events and has enjoyed      that their event is in good hands.
 of its heritage and has a rich       an excellent record for many years of hosting world,
 history of offering championship                                                                Knowledge gained from the many talented
                                      national and state championships.
                                                                                                 Gosford sailors who have competed across the
 racing to some of the best sailors
                                      Over recent seasons the club’s reputation for              globe as to what works and what competitors
 in the world.
                                      successfully hosting regattas has grown and now            appreciate also gives GSC the winning edge as
                                      supports a large number of classes by hosting              an event host.
                                      various State and National Championships.
                                                                                                 There are fantastic facilities both in our
                                      Regattas sailed on Brisbane Water for classes              clubhouse and on the foreshore and Brisbane
                                      include International Etchells, International Fireballs,   Water offers everything the competitive sailor
                                      International A Class Catamarans, 16ft & 13ft Skiffs,      could want.
                                      National E, Vee Ess, NS14s, MG14s, Moths, Lasers,
                                                                                                 The club also hosts its own regattas which
                                      Sabots, Formula 18 & 16 Catamarans, Access
                                                                                                 prove to be extremely popular among our own
                                      Dinghies, Endeavour 24s & 26s, Adams 10s, J24s,
                                                                                                 sailors and those from neighbouring clubs.
                                      Australian Sports Boats, as well as the Laser World
                                                                                                 These include the Australian Day Regatta in
                                      Championships (at Terrigal in 2008).
                                                                                                 January and in February the Legends Regatta,
                                      In February 2020 GSC became the home of the                an event run for the first time in 2018 and which
                                      Australian ¼ Ton and ½ Ton Cup. These older but            celebrates the lives of some of the Club greatest
                                      mighty warriors (IOR yachts up to 31 feet) converged       contributors to the club and sailing.
                                      on Brisbane Water to battle for a recently resurrected
                                      and much coveted trophy.
                                      The club has a dedicated and hard-working race
                                      management team with considerable experience to
                                      draw upon, and it is this professionalism that enables

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CORPORATE OPPORTUNITIES
 Gosford Sailing Club welcomes the business community, with
 an exceptional venue for corporate lunches or presentations.

 We can even offer the ultimate team-building            If your team needs to sharpen its competitive
 experience – time out together on the water in a        edge or let off steam after a long negotiation
 fun environment which can either be competitive         and really have some fun, then set them the
 or leisurely, depending on your goals for the day.      match racing challenge. Your group will compete
                                                         in a series of at least three short races on our
 Taking guests out on Brisbane Water for a
                                                         identical Magic 25s.
 relaxing sail is the perfect way to entertain out-of-
 town clients or to help staff unwind at the end of      Our skippers are always on hand to show
 a corporate event or conference.                        everyone what to do, so even those who have
 Sailing is a team sport and through this hands-on
                                                         never sailed before can take part.                  Consumer Tyres Commercial Tyres Brakes Servicing
 experience your group will immediately see the
 results that can be achieved by working together.
                                                         Water and soft drinks are available on board and
                                                         a champagne presentation ceremony on the                 Balancing Wheel Alignments Batteries
                                                         Club Terrace with Brisbane Water as a backdrop
 Our team building exercises are set up to take
                                                         concludes a memorable event.
 people out of their comfort zone, to prove that
 by working together and thinking outside the            We can also offer a fleet race with a long course
 box they can be successful in completing any            around Brisbane Water consisting of several legs,
 project. Events encourage and foster strong team        each a mini race of its own. Feel free to enjoy a
 connection in any type of group.                        drink in the clubhouse bar and meal afterwards                        Goodyear Autocare Gosford
                                                         (pre-booking essential) to round off a memorable
 Our qualified instructors are trained to encourage
                                                         day.                                                                  99 Donnison St, Gosford NSW
 full participation, and as your group may consist
 of both sailors and non-sailors, no person will be
 left feeling confused by sailing jargon or unable
                                                         For more information contact Gosford Sailing
                                                         Club on (02) 4325 7216.
                                                                                                                                   (02) 4325 2323
 to participate.
                                                                                                                               gosford@goodyear.com.au
                                                                                                               Open Monday to Friday: 8am to 5pm I Saturday: 8am to Midday
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ADULT LEARN
 TO SAIL                                                                                      bathing suit, a warm jumper, shoes that can get wet, a
                                                                                              water bottle, a change of clothes (minimal wardrobe
                                                                                              needed) and a spray jacket.
                                     There is no substitute for competitive experience,
 Enthusiasm, reliability and a                                                                All instructors are qualified through Australian Sailing
                                     but new sailors can get a foot up by signing up for      and place an equal importance on the safety of the
 willingness to learn are arguably   a course at our highly-regarded Sailing Academy,         student and enjoyment of the course to create the
 three of the most sought-after      which has a wide variety of courses available for        perfect environment in which to learn.
 qualities among beginners.          those wishing to learn how to sail or improve their
                                     current skills.                                          Follow-up courses are available to build on skills
                                                                                              already acquired. For example, the Coastal Navigation
                                     Gosford Sailing Club offers a range of nationally-       Theory Course covers chartwork and delves into the
                                     recognised Learn to Sail and other                       basic plottings on GPS. It’s great being able to sail,
                                     follow-on courses aimed at beginner and                  but it helps if you know where you are going to! From
                                     intermediate-level sailors.                              there, the possibilities are endless, and any sailor will
                                                                                              tell you no matter what their level of experience, they
                                     For the mature student wishing to get into sailing,
                                                                                              never stop learning.
                                     there is the Adult Learn to Sail Keelboat Course,
                                     aimed at complete beginners and those looking to         Our instructors can be with you every step of the way
                                     refresh their skills. It provides a fun and accessible   offering support and helping you advance your sailing
                                     entry into the sport, allowing students to learn at      skills. We offer a comprehensive training program,
                                     their own pace and provides participants with further    from Learn to Sail through to advanced racing and
                                     opportunity to improve and develop sailing skills and    crew placement.
                                     techniques.                                              If you or someone you know would like to learn to
                                     This course consists of a dozen 4-hour on-water          sail, we may be just what you are looking for. Get a
                                     sessions including mainsail and headsail trim as         group together and get in touch - it’s even more fun
                                     well as spinnaker handling, in addition to three         learning with family and friends! For details of the
                                     theory evenings. Beginner sailors will have a firm       latest courses, please visit the Sailing page of the
                                     grasp of the basics and much more after achieving        Club website. For bookings and more information,
                                     their Australian Sailing qualification.                  call the club or email: info@gossail.com.au

                                     We provide all the equipment, but participants are
                                     advised to bring along a hat, sunglasses, sunscreen,

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The club has continued to support this long-term
                                        commitment to the future of the sport with a focus
                                        to increase participation of juniors and guide them
                                        along a sailing pathway to further develop their
                                        sailing skills.
                                        Sailing is the perfect recreational or competitive sport
                                        for all ages, and there are few better experiences than
                                        spending some quality family time out on the water.        Course content for beginners includes topics
                                        The club has a dedicated team of Australian Sailing        such as: Wind Direction, Rigging an Optimist,
                                        accredited instructors, and a structured training          Sailing Skills, Rope Work, Safety, Basic Sailing
                                        program, providing a great way for kids to get into the    Rules, Launching and Recovery and Sailing
                                        water and enjoy the safe, fun and adventurous world        Terminology.
                                        of sailing. The wind is typically light to moderate in     More skills can be acquired by enrolling in further
                                        the mornings and great for learning how to sail.           follow-on courses and through the experience
                                        Children are taught all they need to know for a life on    that comes with simply being out on the water.
                                        the ocean wave, but with the emphasis very much on         Having learnt how to sail, children can take as
                                        enjoyment, it proves so much fun they hardly even          much from the sport as they wish, either sailing

 JUNIOR                                 realise they are learning!
                                        As with our adult sailing courses, all junior courses
                                                                                                   for pleasure only, or taking part in competitive
                                                                                                   events against their peers. Those who show

 SAILING                                are recognised and approved by Australian Sailing.
                                        These start with the Level One Learn to Sail program,
                                                                                                   a real aptitude for the sport are given every
                                                                                                   encouragement to go on and realise their sailing
                                        aimed at the absolute beginner or novice sailor, which     dreams should they wish to pursue competitive
                                        runs over three days (generally midweek) during the        sailing at a higher level.
 Gosford Sailing Club has a
 proud tradition of developing          January and October school holidays.                       Many of our members have gone on to achieve
                                                                                                   representative honours, and many more compete
 young sailors and offering             The club has a fleet of RS Feva and Optimist
                                        dinghies. Optimists are a single-hander and one of         for Gosford in events across New South Wales
 opportunities to juniors whatever
                                        the most popular and strongest small dinghy classes        and Australia. It is a thrill and an honour for a
 the extent of their ambitions, be it                                                              junior to represent their state or country, but it is
                                        in Australia. At around 2 metres in length and having
 as an Olympic hopeful or purely                                                                   an equally uplifting experience for the club itself.
                                        only one sail and sheet (rope), children soon learn to
 for fun and recreation.                master the technique of sailing. RS Fevas are two-         It means that GSC is delivering on its
                                        handed boats and foster teamwork.                          commitment to offer a structured pathway

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for junior sailors, while at the same time an       looking to improve their sailing and racing skills.                                                   Discover a hidden paradise at

                                                                                                                                Henry Kendall Gardens
 indication that the future of the club is in safe   The classes sailed are Sabots, Optimists, Flying
 hands as these keen juniors will become our full    Elevens & PJs, both 1 and 2up.
 adult members, committee men and women,
                                                     Competition is keen, but there is a great
 instructors, office holders and commodores in
                                                     camaraderie between the kids, and the older and
 years to come.                                                                                                  Your ideal retirement lifestyle on the Central Coast awaits at Henry Kendall Gardens.
                                                     more experienced sailors always offer a helping
 There are few things more thrilling for senior      hand to their younger counterparts. Friendships                   Set amongst 100 acres of rainforest and beautiful grounds you will find resort style facilities and
 club members than seeing the young ones being       are forged, some of which can last a lifetime.                    a welcoming community. A village bus provides convenient free transport, and the train station,
                                                                                                                                      hospital and conveniences of Gosford are only 5 minutes away.
 gripped by the same passion for this wonderful
                                                     There are some fun events in the junior sailing
 sport that many of them experienced as juniors.
                                                     calendar, such as the Christmas party in
 Tradition is very much a part of Gosford Sailing                                                                                       Call 1800 550 550 for more information on the idyllic address
                                                     December and an end of season barbecue in
 Club and this love of the sea is passed down                                                                                                           and available homes for sale.
                                                     April.
 from one generation to the next.
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 Each Saturday during the sailing season the
                                                     to Sail program, visit the club website, www.               Northern Beaches, Sydney, Western Sydney, Southerland Shire and Southern Highlands.
 club organises racing for junior sailors who are
                                                     gosfordsailingclub.com, or call (02) 4325 7216.       Visit retirementbylendlease.com.au or call 1800 550 550 to discover more about a village near you.
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Save up to
                                     The course involves a total of 8 on-water sessions
                                     in the club’s new Magic 25 sailing boats as well as
                                     some theory sessions.
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                 $
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                     200
                                     The course aims to improve boat handling skills in
                                     the larger boats whist increasing your knowledge
                                     of sailing with both symmetrical and a-symmetrical
                                     spinnakers. This will include introducing and
                                     developing match racing techniques and intermediate
                                     dinghy sailing theory.
                                     Sailors in this program may have the opportunity
                                     to represent our club at regattas all over the state,
                                     whilst enjoying their time with similar levelled
                                     sailors and life-long friends. In previous years GSC’s
                                     Youth Academy has competed in the Interclub-
                                     Challenge against Newcastle Cruising Yacht Club;
                                     winning the championship, and travelled down to
                                     the Cruising Yacht Club of Australia to take part in a
 YOUTH                               training program organised as part of the GSC Youth
                                     Academy training scholarship.                                         Two styles
 SAILING
 ACADEMY
                                     We provide 2-3 Australian Sailing accredited coaches
                                     who run the sessions each week. These coaches
                                     have competed nationally and can provide guidance
                                                                                                           storewide
                                                                                                                     199
                                     in achieving that step-up in your sailing career. Come

 Interested in progressing your
                                     along, have fun and increase your knowledge and
                                     skills in the exciting Magic 25 sailing boats. Sailors
                                                                                                           $
 sailing skills to the next level?   must be at least 13 years of age and have completed
 Gosford Sailing Club is now         three years minimum of skippering.
 offering an exciting new sailing    If you are interested in joining our Youth Sailing
 course aimed at Youth Sailors.      Academy please contact the Sailing Office or go to
                                     the Learn to Sail section on the GSC website.
                                                                                                           Book an eye health check online

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                                                                                              Offer available at Specsavers Erina and applies to all frames storewide from the $199 range or above. Lens upgrades available at an extra cost. Both pairs must have same prescription. Limit to one per person per transaction. Use with other offers restricted. Offer valid until 1
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OUT THERE
PROGRAM
Gosford Sailing Club has
recently introduced the ‘Out         The Out There Sailing program offers a fantastic way
There’ Sailing Program. Out          to experience sailing, have fun, make new friends
There Sailing is an opportunity      and learn exciting and valuable skills that will help
for 13-17 year olds looking to try   you both now and in the future. Out There Sailing is
something new on the water.          open to all - you don’t need to have sailed before.
                                     Sailing is a sport which is accessible for everyone, all
                                     equipment is provided by our club so all you need to
                                     do is show up and have a good time!
                                     Out There Sailing provides a social environment
                                     where teenagers are able to make real friendships
                                     with others from their local area, whilst potentially
                                     igniting a love for sailing in the process. Socialisation
                                     and fun both on and off the water are paramount;
                                     club culture is inclusive of everyone and there plenty
                                     for parents and teenagers to get involved with.

                                     WHAT’S INVOLVED:
                                     Paddle boarding, Sailing and Powerboating.

                                     WANT TO FIND OUT MORE?
                                     Please feel free to contact the sailing office on
                                     (02) 4325 7216 for more information about the Out
                                     There Program. Courses can be set up to suit group
                                     needs.

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                                                                                                Our highly professional, skilled and experienced
                                    u Nautical educational programs
                                                                                                    team can help you from start to finish with a
                                    The aim of the Cruising Fleet is to promote the           custom design, build & installation of your dream
                                    enjoyment and use of yachts and power boats among          kitchen today. From Modern to Classic Hamptons
                                    all members of our club. We do this by organising                Styles, we can tailor a custom design to you.
                                    Cruise in Company events throughout the season,
                                    mainly on long weekends (weather permitting) to
                                    various local destinations, and enjoy a number of
                                    social events. There is also the chance to learn
                                    boating, seamanship and navigation skills.

 CRUISING
                                    Sailing and motor cruising are pastimes offering a
                                    freedom like no other, with the opportunity to cast
                                    off and go where the mood takes and offering the
 FLEET                              promise of making new friends across Australia or
                                    anywhere around the world.
                                    Whether planning your first short trip or that initial
 The Gosford Sailing Club           long-distance journey, fellow members are there for
 Cruising Fleet operates under      advice, support and friendship.
 the charter of the Gosford
                                    This group environment is hugely enjoyable
 Sailing Club. The Cruising Fleet   and, if travelling with fellow members, offers the
 welcomes all boat owners with      reassurance to the inexperienced boatie that
 vessels from 6 metres and up.      someone will be able to help out should things not go
                                    as smoothly as planned.
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The Central Coast Game Fishing Club (CCGFC) was
                                  started by a handful of friends with a love of game
                                  fishing, but it has quickly grown to become fully
                                  established with a thriving membership, all of whom
                                  share a passion for this thrilling sport.
                                  Members meet in the clubhouse at Gosford on the
                                  first Thursday of the month at 7pm. Well-known guest
                                  speakers provide members and guests with great
                                  opportunities to share knowledge and information
                                  with some of the best known names in the business.
                                  With regular product displays and demonstrations,
                                  all members are kept up to speed with the latest
                                  developments in tackle and fishing techniques.
                                  Members can look forward to a busy tournament
                                  schedule organised by clubs affiliated to the New
 CENTRAL                          South Wales Game Fishing Association.

 COAST GAME
                                  Our own club hosts its own prestigious annual
                                  event – the Central Coast Bluewater Classic – and
                                  attracts keen game fishermen from across the state.
 FISHING                          Keep up to date with all the latest news ahead of the
                                  event by liking its Facebook page. Simply search for
 CLUB                             ccgfcbluewaterclassic.
                                  A regular club magazine keeps members informed.
                                  As well as the fishing there are social activities too,
 Gosford Sailing Club is not      including a popular team barbecue.
 only for sailors. The club is
                                  Beginner or pro, everyone is welcome. There is no
 also proud to be the home base   politics, just a large friendly band of game fishermen
 of the Central Coast Game        passionate about their sport. For more details, email:
 Fishing Club.                    info@ccgfc.com.au

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ONLY $13.95                      GSC SOCIAL
                                 GOLF CLUB
 A WEEK
                                 The GSC Golf Section has been
                                 in existence since 1978.        We play 12 months of the year at about seven
      (02) 4321 0937                                             different courses around the Central Coast, about
2/57 CENTRAL COAST HIGHWAY                                       every second Sunday morning.
  WEST GOSFORD, NSW 2250                                         We have arranged discounted green fees from all the
                                                                 courses we play on.
                                                                 The Golf Section is available to ALL members of the
    P No lock in contracts                                       GSC, male or female. Current annual fees for the Golf
                                                                 Section are just $20. All abilities are catered for, with
P 24/7 access to over 200 gyms                                   handicaps calculated by our Handicapper.
   P Free fitness programs                                       When we play at Gosford Golf Club, we have a free
                                                                 barbeque afterwards in The Boatshed, to really make
P Unlimited free group classes                                   our group a social one. Our Friday night meat raffles
                                                                 in the club also add to the social atmosphere of our
 P Free membership timehold                                      group.
 P Family owned and operated                                     Every year we organise a bus trip to other nearby
                                                                 courses, and our annual “Touring Club” trip to Nelson
P Awesome, diverse community                                     Bay is eagerly awaited.
                                                                 For further information, call Golf Section
                                                                 President Dick Bridge on 0402 708701 or email
                                                                 dickbridge@bigpond.com for more details!

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SOCIAL ACTIVITIES
 Gosford Sailing Club members are friendly and sociable and have just as
 enjoyable and rewarding a time off the water as they do on it.

 Our social calendar is packed with events for        claim the prize. There are also accompanying
 all the family to enjoy and good food and good       meat raffles.
 company are guaranteed.
                                                      Each sailing section of the club has its own
 GSC members are a brainy bunch and the club’s        presentation night at which members pay tribute
 trivia evenings not only prove very popular, they    to the season’s outstanding performers.
 are keenly contested.
                                                      Major sporting events are often shown on the
 Retro Club Nights have proved very popular - the     big screen in the clubhouse. It’s much more fun
 Central Coast appears to have more than its fair     watching your team alongside friends - the next
 share of John Travolta wannabes! Accomplished        best thing to actually being there!
 guitarists have also appeared at the club and will
                                                      The club also has a group of extremely keen
 appeal to those of a more laid-back persuasion.
                                                      golfers who pay a modest annual fee to belong
 GSC is a big supporter of local comedians, and       to the Golfing Section which enjoys many rounds
 plays host to regular Stand Up Comedy events on      during the year (generally every other Sunday) on
 The Terrace. These free shows are very popular       a number of local courses.
 with members and guests and always attracts a
                                                      Take a look at our Facebook page or download
 full house.
                                                      or free mobile app to see all that’s going on
 Regular events include a Member’s Badge Draw         at Gosford Sailing Club: www.facebook.com/
 each Wednesday with generous cash prizes,            GosSail.
 though the winning member must be present to

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 The GSC App keeps you up to date with                                                 We now offer a new and refreshed facility aimed
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                                                                                         doesn’t matter how large or small your pet is,
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