Category: Yacht Club Business

GYC Launch – June 5th

Dear GYC members,

With the extension of the Stay-at-Home order and continuing restrictions, we have had to reschedule launch. The new launch date is Saturday June 5th, starting at 8am.

This is again dependent on the restrictions being lifted by that time.

We will be needing volunteers for the new launch date and cradle moving, so if you can help out please contact Mike Forcier.

If you are NOT able to attend to launch your boat, you must tell the launch committee who will be launching your boat for you.

Call for Volunteers – GYC Launch & Cradle Moving

Dear GYC Members,

In the hopeful anticipation of being able to launch on Friday, May 21st, we are looking for volunteers.

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED – We need dedicated work crews for launch day, in the same way crews were run last launch and haul out. We need 4 crews of 7-8 people to work 2 shifts. The first shift runs 7:45am-11:30am. The second shift runs 11:30am-end of launch.

Gate volunteers are also needed to register each boat owner 20-30 minutes prior to their boat being launched. Sling stickers will also be available at the gates.

NOTE! If you are NOT able to attend to launch your boat, please contact Mike Forcier You must designate a Full Member to be responsible for launching your boat on your behalf. If you do not have someone available to take your place please contact Mike.

Cradle moving will take place Saturday May 22nd starting at 9am.

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED – cradle captain(s) to coordinate with Larry McCartney to safely manage cradle moving, and 4-5 people per work crew, with additional people needed to hook up cradles.

If YOU can help, please contact Mike Forcier – 519-372-0722 or mike@greybrucelaw.ca

GYC Security Survey

Dear GYC Members,

A big thank you to all of you who responded to the recent GYC security survey. We had a very high response rate of 59%. Thanks to each of you for your comments and time given to completing the survey.

Now we have the results, we are reviewing the many recommendations and concerns you have expressed, and the committees are gathering the information needed for the next phase of planning.

While we explore the options, we are continuing with the interim security measures already in place, and are moving forward with improvement which are immediately available. Our current cameras will remain in place, the security patrols will continue, and we are making improvements to the fencing perimeter.

As we go forward into the upcoming boating season please bear in mind the ongoing security issues within our community. Make sure any valuables you choose to bring to the property are secured, and be mindful of your fellow boaters if bringing guests to the club.

We appreciate that our members recognize that this is a challenging situation, in an already challenging time.

Stay safe, stay kind, and look out for one another,

Your Board of Directors

GYC Launch – Rescheduled

Dear GYC Members,

Due to current COVID-19 restrictions, launch has been rescheduled to June 5th.

After discussion with our crane company, and consulting local resources, we have determined we are unable to launch in the current COVID-19 restrictions. We have a rescheduled launch to Saturday June 5th, cradle day on Sunday June 6th.

This is dependent on the current restrictions not being extended. We continue to monitor the situation, and are doing our best to get all our boats in the water as soon as possible.

If you have any specific launch questions or requests, please contact Mike Forcier.

We appreciate everyones patience during these irregular times.

Restrictions Update

Dear GYC Members, 

Please be advised we currently can not permit recreational boating from the club property. If your boat is in the water it must either be removed, or remain tied to the dock.

If you are accessing the club property for essential work or maintenance on your boat, you must adhere to provincial and municipal regulations, and public health guidelines. This includes but is not limited to staying home if you are feeling unwell, and practicing physical distancing.

Stay safe,

Your Board of Directors

Stay-At-Home Restrictions

Dear GYC Members,

Due to the ongoing pandemic, Stay-At-Home Order and increased restrictions, we request that members only access the grounds for essential work and maintenance on your boat. We are continuing to monitor the situation and seeking clarity on what the new guidelines mean for our club. 

The clubhouse remains closed, except in case of emergency. A reminder to members that the defibrillator and emergency contact information is located on the upper floor of the clubhouse. 

The in-person launch meeting is postponed, and we are reviewing our launch options. 

We thank you for your patience while we work through these issues. Please keep an eye out for updates as we learn more information. 

In the meantime, be kind to each other and stay safe.

GYC Launch Meeting 2021

Dear GYC Members

The 2021 launch meeting will take place on Saturday, April 24th, at 1pm in the pavilion. 

It is especially important to attend if you will not be able to attend the launch of your own boat. 

Mask and physical distancing regulations must be adhered to. Please follow public health guidelines and do not come to the club if you are feeling unwell or are experiencing any Covid symptoms.

For all questions or comment please contact Mike Forcier mike@greybrucelaw.ca 

519-372-0722 or cell 519-372-5960

Club Emails

We use a program called MailPoet and its sending service to send mail to our members. Until recently all we had to do was add a new member and they were auto-magically subscribed. But it seems a recent change in MailPoet enforces “Sign-up confirmation” even though our members never sign-up.

This meant that several new members were in the unconfirmed state and weren’t yet receiving emails. I have now triggered (re)send confirmation email. Those new members will have received an email from the site and have to reply.

A reminder: All logged on members can view emails they may have missed by going to Members -> GYC Docs -> Archived Emails