Member LoginThe SICYC 2021 Season of Sail will be held from early May to August 2021 at various locations along the entire East Coast of Australia culminating with the Annual SICYC Rendezvous to be held at Shag Islet in the Whitsundays from the 26th – 29th August this year.
Each port of call will be a Rendezvous in itself with various events, BBQ’s, Entertainment, Dinners and assorted get togethers.
SICYC would like to thank all involved in preparing for the Season of Sail events including:
- Geoff King
- Royal Prince Alfred Sailing Club
- Glad and Rick Smith
- Leon Wilson
- David Williams
- Tiana and Gary Fry
- Evan Johnston
- John Linton
- Greg Canning
- Phil Rohlf
Season of Sail Dates and contacts info as at 1st August, 2021.
Pittwater – Official Launch of the 2021 Season of Sail
14th – 21st May 2021
Friday 14th May – Dinner at RPAYC
Sunday 16th May – BBQ at Bobbin Head
15th – 21st May – Estuary Cruise
HOSTED BY ROYAL PRINCE ALFRED YACHT CLUB
More details and bookings: rpayc.com.au/sailing/cruising
Sailing Pittwater offers a unique experience with its beautiful bays and beaches. Explore the natural beauty of the Ku Ring Gai National Park and Pittwater while enjoying this fun and exciting event – the beginning of the SICYC Season of Sail series.
Contact: Leon Wilson 0411 410 874
Email: [email protected]
Lake Macquarie
23rd – 26th May 2021
From the sandy beaches, across the Lake to the highest peaks of the Watagan Mountains, adventure awaits at every turn when you join the Season of Sail Lake Macquarie event.
Lake Macquarie offers beautiful, calm sailing grounds fringed with a hive of activities and locations to get to know new and old friends alike.
Contact: Geoff King 0415 181 290
Email: [email protected]
Clarence River
4th – 10th June 2021
The Clarence River system provides an attractive and sheltered sailing area, well worth exploring well up to its upper reaches.
There is a ‘platform lifting’ bridge which provides access for masted vessels up to approximately 35 metres with 24 hours (generally) notice.
‘CRUISE THE CLARENCE’ 2021
Fuel, water,moorings -Iluka Boat shed 66466106. Moorings contact fellow ‘Shagger’ Tony Purkiss ph: 0411057362
(Peter Agg Ambassador for Iluka) P: 0419336099, to answer questions for Iluka)
Friday 4th June Iluka to Harwood (8.5nm approx.)
0930 hrs 9.30.a.m. Meet at Bundjalung Sports Shop (Earle’s) for coffee (near Fisherman’s Co-Op) and Welcome to all participants. Welcome pack to those who have not received one.
Rick to go through river trip to Harwood.
This will be daily for river info and anchorages
1230 hrs 12.30 Harwood Bridge opening -at 12.30pm. (All must be ready to go through)
Harwood to Maclean. (3nm approx.) Pontoon or anchor on west side of river.
1630 hrs 4.30pm – Official Welcome to the River (wear blue polo’s SICYC Shirts) Pontoon area
1730 hrs 5.30pm Table booked at Maclean Bowling Club
Sat. 5th June Maclean free day (see info in Welcome packs)
Sun. 6th June Maclean to Brushgrove (11.3nm approx.) Overnight Pontoon and anchorage
1730 hrs 5.30pm Brushgrove Hotel $15+ dinners. Bush Poet,
Bill Kearns 6.00pm- Floral shirts.
Mon. 7th June Brushgrove to Grafton (10.5nm approx.)
Anchor off and explore Grafton. See pamphlets in Welcome Pack
Anchor at night at Corcoran Park (2nm downstream) opposite Elizabeth Island
BBQ facilities, Toilets. Fun Jam session – bring musical instruments or voices.
Tues 8th June Grafton – Ulmarra (Lunch) then onto Lawrence for Overnight
0730 hrs Watch iconic Greyhounds and race horses exercising (rowed out) after sunrise in the river.
Lunch stop at Ulmarra (5.8nm approx.) – food at Servo, pub, pies ice creamery,
Book shop, antiques and galleries
1730 hrs 5.30pm Overnight at Lawrence anchorage (9.5nm approx.)– Floral shirts
Lawrence Tavern $10 specials. 6.30pm Quiz and puzzle games. Bring thinking caps
Wed 9th June Lawrence to Harwood (14.9nm approx.)
(stop off for provisions at Maclean if necessary)
1730 hrs Harwood Hilton 5.30pm –$15+ meal selection. (Entertainment ??). Floral shirts
Thurs 10th June Harwood to Yamba (9nm approx.) Overnight
1030 hrs Harwood bridge opening at 10.30am (all must be ready to go through)
Explore Yamba. Walks, Lighthouse, shops, provisions. Fuel at Yamba Marina 664669896
1730 hrs 5.3pm Farewell at Yamba Shores Tavern (SICYC shirts)
Contact: Glad Smith 0415 350 974
Email: [email protected]
Gold Coast and Southern Moreton Bay
13th and 20th June 2021
The Gold Coast is a mecca for boats of all shapes and sizes, with an abundance of places to anchor and enjoy.
The Gold Coast Season of Sail event will surely be a highlight of your 2021 sailing calendar.
Contact: John Linton 0427 814 553 (Gold Coast) Evan Johnston 0422 433 093 (Moreton Bay)
Email: [email protected]
Brisbane
3rd July 2021
Northern Moreton Bay is a beautiful sailing ground and a perfect location to host an event such as this.
Your days will be filled with pristine sailing while your nights will be filled with fun and games ashore.
Contact: Steve Hartley 0422 627 896
Email: [email protected]
Great Sandy Straights
10th July 2021
After safely crossing the infamous Wide Bay Bar, relax and meet up with fellow Shaggers at the famous and yachty friendly Kingfisher Bay resort. Explore or revisit the amazing Great Sandy Straights.
Contact: Warwick Suttor 0418 426 303
Email: [email protected]
Capricorn Coast
31st July 2021
The Capricorn Coast – the first real taste of the beautiful sailing grounds that are North Queensland. Here you will be surrounded by striking islands, coral reef fringed beaches and an atmosphere that will set you in the mood for the Season of Sail that lies ahead.
Contact: Phil Rohlf 0418 184 764
Email: [email protected]
Mackay
7th – 8th August 2021
Mackay – gateway to the beautiful Whitsundays! Based at the Mackay Marina Village, this Season of Sail Event will be an exciting and enlightening event.
Each day you will enjoy the fun and excitement of likeminded sailors from all over the world – next stop, the fabulous Whitsundays!
Contact: Tiana and Gary Fry 0408 553 005
Email: [email protected]
Airlie Beach
20th – 22nd August 2021
This is where the party atmosphere will really kick up a notch or three! The atmosphere at our Airlie Beach Season of Sail event will be electric. Everybody is out to enjoy the company of others while partaking in the many activities planned for this event!
Contact: Stewie Scarborough 0468 616 295
Email: [email protected]
The Iconic “Shag Islet Rendezvous”
Last weekend in August 26th – 29th 2021
You made it! The world renowned Annual SICYC “Shaggers” Rendezvous.
People travel from all over the world just to be a part of this massively exciting event. Each day is filled with fun activities and the nights are for dining, enjoying the odd drink or 2 and partying into the wee hours (well, you know – about 10 o clock…).
It is surely an event that should be in every sailor’s calendar!
Contact: Greg Canning 0430 340 511
Email: [email protected]
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