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Buffalo Harbor Sailing Club
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General Member Meetings
- Wednesday, March 27th 7:00pm at NEW LOCATION: Bison Rod and Gun Club, Learn about the Building of the Outer Harbor -Add to Calendar
- Wednesday, April 24th 7:00pm, Sailing Handicap 101-Add to Calendar
- Learn more about Performance Based and Measurement based rating systems.
- PHRF ToD vs ToT refresher to ORC with stops at IOR and Meter ratings.
- Presenters: PC Greg Toole and Joe Gelsomino
China Light / Tuesday Racers WinterEducationalSeminars
- Tuesday, April 9th6:00pm LOCATION TBD,More Details to Follow-Add to Calendar
Other BHSC Events
Non BHSC Events
- Saturday, April 27th 10am at Kleinhans Music Hall (ORC Presentation)
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We are excited to announce that at this month’s General Meeting, we’ll have the privilege of hosting Mike Casella, a distinguished board member of the Buffalo Harbor Museum. Mike, a retired test specialist from General Motors with an impressive 46 years of service, brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to our gathering.
During his tenure, Mike has been deeply involved with the Buffalo River History Tours and has dedicated 15 years to delivering captivating presentations like the one he’ll be sharing with us. His topic, “Building the Buffalo Harbor and the Growth of Buffalo,” promises to be an enlightening journey through our city’s rich harbor history and its remarkable evolution over the years.
So, let’s all sit back, relax, and enjoy as Mike takes us on a fascinating exploration of Buffalo’s maritime heritage.
Register Now
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- Racing members can still sign up but the price increased by $100 on March 1st.
- All members must renew no later than April 15th to be included in the printed Journal 2024.
- Visit your profile HEREto get ready for 2024 racing season!
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Time to renew PHRF-LE for the 2024 season.
Please complete and submit your PHRF renewals today. You are rated at -200 for BHSC until we receiveyour certificate from PHRF. The prompt renewal makes your BHSC volunteers job a lot easier.
The certificate fees for 2024 remain at $40.00 for both renewals and new applications.RenewalspostmarkedAFTER May 15thand the remainder of the season, will be $50.00.
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Red Jacket and Grady White have emerged from their winter slumber!!
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The covers have been removed from Red Jacket and GW this past week and we expect to start work on them very soon. Both boats wintered well, however, Red Jacket sustained minor damage to an antenna and the winter cover has a tear along the roof. All damages will be easily repaired.
We are on track to get them both in the water during the last couple weeks in April and will be having the work party to dress them up on Saturday, April 13, 2024. The rain date or follow up date of Saturday, April 20, 2024. Please save the date and come help your club in the spring commissioning work party. BYOB but the pizza will be on me.
VC Bienko
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Marks Management Committee & Wednesday Night Volunteers Needed!!!
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As many of you know, proper maintenance, repair, and placement of the permanent marks needs to happen each year. We are looking for individuals who can help the club with this task. This job has typically been done by one person who held the position for multiple years and can be somewhat labor intensive in the past. This year, with the idea that having many hands will make the job easier, I would like to form a committee of at least 2 – 3 people to help with the marks. Once in place, the committee will be responsible for caring for the marks each year or finding new members to help out. If you have not helped your club in the past, then this is a great opportunity to step up and get involved. You will not have to miss any racing throughout the summer to participate with the marks.
In addition to the Mark Management Committee, we still need about three volunteers for the Wednesday Night Race Committee. Without a reliable crew for Tuesday Wednesday nights, we would not have the amazing racing program throughout the summer so please consider donating your time. If you want information about how to help, please feel free to ask any of the current BHSC volunteers or you can e-mail me at ViceCommodore@BuffaloHarborSailingClub.org or Race Director Tom Lewin at racedirector@buffaloharborsailingclub.org.
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Ahoy, Mateys! The 2024 Lake Erie Interclub Cruise Beckons!
Calling all seafaring souls! Are you ready to hoist the sails, feel the spray of the waves, and embark on an unforgettable adventure? Then set your course for the 2024 Lake Erie Interclub Cruise, a legendary 5-day event offering a thrilling blend of competitive racing, breathtaking scenery, and camaraderie that will warm your soul.
Register for Event Today @Yacht Scoring
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The Buffalo Harbor Sailing Club is funded in part by its sponsors. You will see our sponsor logos appear throughout our club media and physical assets. Please support them whenever possible and let them know that you saw them in the BHSC when you do!
Perhaps your organization would also like to become a BHSC sponsor?We'd be thrilled to include your logo on our website, in our enews, and even on the water! Many opportunities are available.
Please see our 'Sponsorship Opportunities' form for details on the link below and note that many opportunities are time sensitive and have limited availability.
Sponsorship Opportunity Details
Email:pastcommodore@buffaloharborsailingclub.orgwith inquiries.
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NYS Boating Safety Requirements
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ATTENTION: Beginning next year, ALL operators of a motorized vessel in New York State must possess a valid Safe Boating Certificate.
Course Availablity / Options:
Our local Coast Guard Auxiliary has hosted classes in the past, however, none are currently scheduled.
Please check their website for updates: www.wnyboatsafe.org
The Buffalo Yacht Club is hosting an upcoming class.
Saturday, April 13th from8am-4pm.
The classroom training is provided by Safe Boating America and the cost is $80 per person.
(BYC members are eligible for a discount but you must contact Ruth Sparks for the coupon code before registering.)
To register for either of these in-person classes click 'Here'.
West Marine on Niagara Street is also hosting an in-person class on Saturday, April 13th for an $80 fee.Pre-register 'Here' (required)
New York State has a list of approved online providers listed on their website: Boating Education - NYS Parks, Recreation & Historic Preservation https://parks.ny.gov/boating/education.aspx
BoatUS offers state-specific courses for 'free' although a $15 donation is required to enroll.https://www.boatus.org/newyork/
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US Sailing Membership Discount
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Would you like a searchable copy of the officialRacing Rules of Sailingbook on your mobile devices? Maybe get some help filing a successful Protest form? Perhaps a review of the rules applied to complicated scenarios on the race course would be of interest to you? Join US Sailing and download their mobile app!
The BHSC is here to help you save some money on your US Sailing membership dues AND support your club!
All BHSC membersreceivea$10 discountontheir annual dueswhen theyjoin or renew via the US Sailing/BHSC MVP program linked in the image below.Claiming your discount this way also earns the BHSC valuable points, which in turn are used to bring our members even more products and services. WIN, WIN!
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MANY THANKS TO OUR ENEWS SPONSORS
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Using this link to join US Sailing or renew willsave $10on
your dues and reward points to the BHSC!
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Copyright © *| 2024 |* *| Buffalo Harbor Sailing Club |*, All rights reserved.
Our mailing address is:
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P/O Box 34, Ellicott Station
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Buffalo
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NY
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14205
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