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Mordialloc Motor Yacht Club
Goulburn Murray Water Levels
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Easter Cruise 2009
A near record fleet of over 23 Ultimates enjoyed ideal conditions at the Gippsland Lakes over the Easter long weekend. The large fleet of 18's and 23's cruised from Duck Arm to the Blowhole in Bunga Arm.
For full details, see your July Ultimo*Proximo.

Photo: S Langmaid
Coming Events

May 2009
  • Saturday 2nd - Sunday 3rd May,
    Wineries Cruise, Goulburn River
    Contact David Heale for details
     
  • 12:30pm Sunday 24th May
    Annual Luncheon/Presentation
    Black Rock
    Contact Jane Heale for details

June 2009
  • Wednesday 10th June
    Annual General Meeting,
    Albert Park Yacht Club
    (Melways Map 2K-G6)

    All Members Welcome !

Committee News

Committee Meetings are held at 7.30pm on the 2nd Wednesday of each month, at the Albert Park Yacht Club.

New and prospective members are always welcome to attend and find out more about the association.

The next meeting will be:

  • 7.30pm Wed 10 June 2009
    at the Albert Park Yacht Club



Interested in an Ultimate ? - A word from the President

  • The Ultimate Yacht Association is based in Melbourne and has a current membership of 105 boats.
    Regular meetings are held in Melbourne on the second Wed of each month.
     
  • UYA activities as listed on our calendar are a mix of:
    Racing - mainly on Port Phillip Bay, but also on other inland waters.
    Cruising - on the Gippsland Lakes, Port Phillip Bay and other waterways in Victoria and interstate.
    Social Activities - in and around Melbourne.
     
  • Ultimate yachts are valued for their safety, versatility and the strength of the UYA. We regularly receive enquiries from prospective buyers.
     
  • The UYA is a well organised, friendly Association and members are encouraged to participate in the many activities. Members receive a quarterly magazine "Ultimo*Proximo" which contains a wealth of useful information for all Ultimate owners.

 


Are You a Member ?


We encourage all Ultimate owners to become members of the Ultimate Yacht Association for the very low fee of $30 per annum.

Membership has many advantages, including:

  • You receive the quarterly Association magazine Ultimo*Proximo.
    Ultimo*Proximo brings you up to date with Ultimate activities via the calendar, reports and photos of recent events plus invaluable technical articles and ideas for your boat.
     
  • You get the opportunity to participate in UYA activities such as organised races, cruises and social events, while improving your sailing skills and making new friends.
     
  • You gain access to information not published on this web site, such as class rules and specifications.
     
  • Access to a wide range of experienced members who can answer virtually any question you may have about your Ultimate.

To apply for membership, email the UYA registrar David Pink at: enquiries@ultimateyacht.org.au

 





 


 

Photo Gallery

NEW Photos From:
   Trailable Festival 09
   Easter Cruise 2009
   Marlay Pt 2009
   State Titles 2009  
   Lake Macquarie 09
   Aust Day 2009   
                            
Our Ultimate past:
  in pictures
 
Technical:
NEW Ideas Corner
Ultimate owners are an inventive lot - check out these pictures of useful DIY's for your boat !

Dear Jolly Frog
Should I use a "preventer" when sailing down wind, or does it only apply to larger boats ?

Presentation Lunch 2009

If you weren't there, you missed the social event of the year !
- the UYA Annual Presentation Lunch at the Black Rock Waterfront Cafe on Sunday 24 May from 12.30 pm.
Full report in your next Ultimo*Proximo.

Ultimate Puzzle

1. What has happened if a yacht is 'taken aback' ?
2. What condition exists when a yacht is said to be 'in irons' ?
3. What is the derivation of the word 'yacht' ?


Risk Management

Most of us have flown on a plane at some time and experienced the safety demonstration.  
We are told where the life jackets are and how to adjust them. What do we do when a visitor steps onto our boat ?


Trip Preparation

"If it's going to blow, don't go", is a handy motto. Check the weather forecasts, which are regularly updated and give warnings of strong winds and gales ...