Winter Mast Storage
For masts stored on the NSC racks, spreaders must be completely removed and not taped or hanging from the shrouds. Masts must also be labelled with this form; please print and put in a plastic bag affixed to your mast.
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Cooperative Trailer-Launched Boats Haulout – 31 October 2020
For all those keel boats on trailers that participate in the volunteer cooperative haulout, the date has been set as October 31 2020. Please note that due to COVID-19, procedures will be modified in order to keep all participants safe. Further details will be sent out by the organizers: Kim MacDonald and Erin O’Connor as…
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Reminder – Contaminant Discharge Policy
As planning and preparation for haulout and winter storage begins, members are reminded of Harbour Policy 7.3.1 that stipulates (under Ontario law) that the discharge of contaminants into the harbour is prohibited. This includes substances such as plumbers antifreeze and ethylene glycol. Boat owners are responsible for the full recovery and removal of these chemicals.
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Update – West Gate and Boardwalk
Work has progressed faster than anticipated. As of this afternoon (Thursday) members can use the West gate again. Please obey the caution tape and stay off the fresh concrete. The area between the East Stairs and Annex / Boardwalk is now closed. If in the boatyard, the washrooms can be accessed via the South side…
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Important Information for Members With Trailers at NSC (updated)
This is an important message for all members who have boat trailers at NSC, whether in the yard or along the fence line. First, please provide the NSC Front Office (admin@nsc.ca) your trailer licence plate number and the colour, make, and type of your trailer (sail or power) as soon as possible and before 5…
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Deadline to Inform NSC of Your Launch Decision
With COVID-19, the Club is faced with some challenges this season and while we continue to attract new members and our harbour is filling very nicely, it is recognized that some members may decide to not launch this year. In order to be able to manage the harbour and yard in the best way possible,…
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Outboard Motors; Re-fueling; Service Dock Usage
It is wonderful to see our harbour filling up with boats! As you enjoy your boats, a few quick reminders: Outboard motors do need to be left in the down position while in the harbour (hazard to other boats); please do not fuel your motors at your slip; and, service docks use is for limited…
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Cradle Storage: Monday, 15 June – Still Need Volunteers
We still need 5 more volunteers for Monday morning, 15 June to help move and stack the boat cradles for summer storage. Volunteers for this task should be folks who are not considered a high risk factor for COVID-19. Volunteers will need to have read and acknowledge the NSC Code of Conduct. Face masks and…
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Club (Commercial) Launch: 13 June 2020
The NSC Club (commercial) launch date has been set for Saturday, 13 June 2020. This is likely welcome news to many! Due to COVID-19, the manner in which this year’s launch will be conducted will have some differences to ensure the safety of all involved – skippers/owners and volunteers.
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Let’s Get Our Boats on the Water!
Members, we are fortunate to have a good season ahead to enjoy our boats. With the warmer weather, upriver outings and sunset sails await! The yard access plan is working well and members are encouraged to come to the club to prepare and launch their boats. If you need a Service Provider to get you…