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L17 & Small Boats of EDYC Winter classroom training March25
L17 & Small Boats of EDYC Winter classroom training Tuesday 18th March 2025, 7:30pm – 9:30pm Subject: Rigging and sail trim The crew and helms of the L17s, and other small boats of EDYC gathered and enjoyed a good catch up, sharing winter tales and excited plans for the season ahead. After hot beverages and […]
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An outboard on-shore course 22Mar25
Outboard engine introduction, operation and maintenance. A short two-hour introductory course on outboard use and maintenance is to be held on 22 March at the club shed. Applications to attend at a cost of £10 are invited from those with any small outboard including some registered outboards kept at the club. Applications are now live […]
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Multiclass Dinghy Racing Event – two day – 24/25 May 25 hosted at EDYC
EDYC is to hold a Multiclass Dinghy Racing Event over the two day weekend of 24/25 May 25 at our club on Strangford Lough, near Killyleagh. EDYC would like to warmly invite dinghy sailors of all classes and ages to a weekend of racing on the beautiful waters of Strangford Lough. There will be separate […]
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EDYC Leisure 17 Big Weekend 3rd, 4th May 2025.
Two days of Leisure 17 sailing, across the Bank Holiday weekend , 3rd and 4th of May 2025. Day 1 ‘racing around the cans’ and day 2 taking the form of a pursuit race stretching across the beauty of Strangford Lough. For sailors of all abilities, a weekend at EDYC of competitive sailing, or simply […]
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Icicle Laser Duel 8Feb25
The last race (race 11) of the Icicle series involved an Icicle Laser Duel (on 8Feb25). Two lasers tactically fought for first place. This is a record of the race in terms of what was data logged. Both Lasers were equipped with a tracking device and a tide buoy was also used. The details are […]
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RYA First Aid Course hosted at EDYC 8 March 25
The club has organised an RYA First Aid Course to be held at the club on Saturday 8th March 25. This is the most relevant First Aid course for our activities and should be well known to members, the course having been held frequently by the club – last one see – RYA First Aid […]
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EDYC Members Lunch Sunday 2nd March 2025
To accommodate scheduling, this year’s EDYC Members Lunch will take place on Sunday, 2nd March 2025, at 13:30 in the Mac Robert Room at the clubhouse. The event will feature a served three-course lunch, complemented by a glass of wine or juice, followed by tea or coffee. Additionally, the club is excited to present an […]
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SRC (Radio) course at EDYC 15-16 Feb 2025
SRC (Radio) course at EDYC 15-16 Feb 2025 MCA/RYA SHORT RANGE CERTIFICATE (VHF GMDSS) COURSE & EXAM: SAT 15-SUN 16 FEB 2025 1. Aim: We aim to deliver this course for up to 8 candidates (aged 16+) at EDYC. Successful candidates will gain the Maritime & Coastguard Agency (MCA) authorised Certificate of Competence Short Range Certificate (SRC) […]
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EDYC Icicle25 Dinghy Races Report on 25Jan25
Saturday 25 Jan 25 saw the fourth day of the Icicles25 dinghy race series at EDYC sponsored by WaveRides Belfast. It was a struggle on many aspects but the day’s event was enjoyed by the competing sailors. Getting to the club for some was a navigation feat as many roads were blocked ( Shrigley, Alphabet […]
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Commodores Christmas Message 24
Dear Fellow Members, As 2024 comes to a close, we take a moment to reflect on a fruitful year for our club. We are proud to share that East Down Yacht Club is not only financially sound but also has maintained its commitment to enhance our facilities for the benefit of all members. This success […]
