It comes with deep regret to inform you that after a review of existing conditions effecting the Club’s Hospitality Services, the decision has been made by the NSC’s Board of Directors to suspend these services (effective November 19th 2020) for the remainder of the autumn and winter months.
Nominations are now open for the 2020 NSC Annual Volunteer Achievement Award (NAVAA). This award is for the NSC member who has demonstratively made an exceptional volunteer contribution to the aims, objectives and betterment of the Club in the past year. As identified by their fellow members.
Wow! For its 10th anniversary, it was a fabulous summer for the Jacques Adam River Challenge. Good wind and good participation with pretty fast times!
It is with great sadness that we report the passing of NSC member Barry Martin, a regular crew member on C&C 27 “Velero”. See this obituary. Family and friends are invited to attend virtually a funeral that will be live streamed at 1100 a.m. on Thursday, November 12, 2020.
One of the Club’s members has reported that their Dodger frame, made up of several sections, and a ratchet set, went missing between 26 and 29 October 2020. They were last seen alongside their boat (Nonsuch) near the South fence line. If any members have information that could help find these items, please contact Gene…
That time is upon us. The NSC harbour will close on Monday, 9 November, 2020. This means that W-dock and the Service docks will be moved to their winter location. All boats on the East side of A and on W dock must be removed. The pump out and river water will also be shut…
An 8-inch diameter deadhead was spotted October 18 just northwest of KN6, the last red mark you pass on leaving the harbour. Another 12 inch diameter deadhead was spotted October 23 near Constance Bay in the channel between K11 and K10 about 40 meters east of K11.
It is with great sadness that we share with you the loss of long time NSC member Brian Aiken who passed away on October 17, 2020. See this obituary.
For your awareness and planning, here are the key dates for fall yard activities (below the “MORE” button):
The Jacques Adam River Challenge (JARC) is ending early this year. All attempt submissions must be submitted by 2100 on Sunday, October 18, to be eligible for the 2020 ranking. The JARC has enjoyed tremendous popularity this year, with as many attempts in 2020 as in the previous 4 years put together!