Objectives

• To is to give qualified WVYC members access to the Club J-22 adult sailing vessels.
• To ensure that the vessels are always properly maintained by those users and that the Adult Learn to Sail program does not suffer any down time as a result of said use.

Qualifications for use

• All those members wishing to use the J-22s must become a member of the J-22 club
• That the member/helmsperson be a member of the WVYC.
• That the member /helmsperson carry a valid PCOC card and demonstrate that they are a qualified sailor and yachtsman. This may be through common knowledge or by proof of CYA or equivalent courses completed. In the case of common knowledge a letter of reference from another WVYC member is required.
• That the member/helmsperson observe all Canadian Coast Guard regulations and ensure that the vessel and crew meet those regulations prior to leaving the dock. Resultant fines from the CCG are the responsibility of the member/helmsperson.

Club Fees

• Annual membership fee     $100.00
• Race series rental fee     $ 25.00/month
• Fees will be charged to the member's account. All fees subject to GST.
• Please contact the Club office to join

Usage

• Vessels may be used only outside of regularly scheduled Adult Sailing program.
• Single handed sailing is not permitted.
• If weather or other conditions force a schedule change to the Adult Sailing program, member reservations may be cancelled.
• Boats must be back in port one hour prior to sunset.
• Geographic boundaries. Boats to be used only in Howe Sound Waters between the east shore of Bowen Island and the West Vancouver shore between Point Atkinson and Whytecliff Park.
• Day trips only. Overnights at the discretion of the Sailing Director or General Manager only.

Reservations / Check in - Check out

• J-22 Club members are required to book ahead of time through the Sailing Director who is the only person permitted to schedule the use of these vessels. Please remember that the Sailing Director works a varied schedule and may not always be available. BOOK AHEAD PLEASE. It will not be possible to book on a last minute basis.
• Check in and check out procedures must be observed. Please contact the Weekend Boatswain who is on the property, through the front desk. All damage and lost equipment must be reported to the Sailing Director or the General manager.
• Only one booking allowed at a time, no more than one week in advance. First booking takes precedence.
• Juniors are encouraged to join the J 22 Club and their use would be governed by the same fees, rules, privileges and booking procedures as other J 22 Club members .

Shipshape

• Members must wash and clean the vessel after each use (please bring your own soap and bucket) and must also remove all personal paraphernalia that may be on board.

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