Members Day September 2008
Members Day on Sunday September 28th saw a great turn up of old and new members and there were lots of partners and kids along for the trip which after all, is what Pleasure Cruising Club is all about - getting out on the water with family and friends and having a fun, safe time.
Prior to setting off for Sandringham Yacht Club for lunch we took the time to have a briefing on setting Way Points on the GPS and our skipper for the day Dan also ran through the new fuelling procedures for Pier 35 which is back in action again. Only one person is allowed aboard during the re-fuelling process and passengers must disembark and wait at the marshalling point specially allocated on the dock.
Also traffic lights now operate at the mouth of the Yarra where dredging continues. Boat traffic must obey the lights and there can be lengthy waits due to cargo vessels navigating the same water way.
We also welcomed Bill Coon on board as a new PCC Team Member. Bill will be assisting Gary with marketing and operations. Being a serious boatie from way back and a yachtie, we're sure Bill will be a great asset to the Club.
It was good to see all the kids with their life jackets on as we pulled out of Anchorage for the quick trip across the bay to Sandringham. A fresh breeze had risen and the Mustang provided all on board with an exhilarating ride.
Once at the yacht club we made our way to a private dining area and settled in for a very pleasant lunch. Everyone took the time to introduce themselves and generally get to know one another -the perfect opportunity to swap boat stories and share information.
A suggestion from Matt Hollard one of PCC's new members was that a few of the newies should get together and go out one day. It would be a great way to gain confidence, practice a few manoeuvres and share the cost of fuel!
With the weather improving every week, so is the fishing and we have it on good authority there is a great little fishing spot on a small reef just out from the Williamstown Football Club. Apparently there are heaps of good flatties and squid galore, but you've got to be there early at high tide with pilchards the preferred bait. And a tip with the squid, get them into a bucket quickly (avoiding their beaks) as the ink can stain fibreglass.
Also just a reminder to Members who may have family or friends interested in trying a PCC membership. There is a great Summer Season offer for those just wishing to trial life as a time share member.
We have a great "Summer Membership Special" available from now until the end of day light saving.2009.
For just $4,500 summer members receive enough points for 14 days between the hours of 3.30pm and 8.30am the next day. Great for fishing, relaxing and just cruising gently, taking full advantage of late summer afternoons on the water. For more information please contact info@pleasurecruising.com.au
Our next Members Day will be the last get together for the year so please set aside Sunday 7th December for our Christmas Members' celebration.
We've decided to take the boats for a slow cruise on the Yarra to Docklands where we will have a delicious catered lunch and a little Christmas cheer on board.
Look forward to seeing you all on Sunday 7th December, 2008. Please email us with numbers as soon as you can.
It has been wonderful getting to know you and your families and we look forward to an exciting 2009.
Best Wishes from all at Pleasure Cruising Club.