Nepean Sailing Club
3259 Carling Avenue K2H 1A6 Ottawa, ON, Canada

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Nepean Sailing Club - Galley Update Dear Members, It comes with deep regret to inform you that after a review of existing conditions effecting the Club’s Hospitality Services, the decision has been made by the NSC’s Board of Directors to suspend these services (effective November 19th 2020) for the remainder of the autumn and winter months. We understand that traditionally the NSC has maintained a reduced schedule to accommodate members with a hospitable destination to freque...nt during the Club’s off season but with the reduced demand for services, loss of popular weekly draws such as Trivia and Music Nights, and the current Code Orange and forecasted restrictions within the Ottawa region, the Board felt the resulting conditions became unfavorable for the continuation of the hospitality services. We will continue to assess the operations with attention given to both members and staff health and safety, as our goal is to comeback strong for the upcoming 2021 sailing season in order to accommodate a vibrant hospitality service atmosphere.

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A few pics from Haul-Out 2020.

Galley & Bar Interior Opening; Thursday September 24th 2020 Dear fellow NSC member, With the weather starting to turn now your Board of Directors has approved the opening of Galley and Bar services inside the club. The NSC Covid-19 Plan and Procedures document has been updated to align with the latest government regulations, guidelines and directives.... As I said in my last message, frequenting the bar and galley represents the biggest challenge for us as members of a club because we naturally want to see our friends and share stories, usually by drifting from table to table. Government regulations are even stricter for inside food services than they are for our deck. The board has approved detailed procedures for our staff to follow which focus on keeping our staff and members safe. Here are the rules of thumb: Upon arrival you will be greeted by host/hostess who will escort you to your table and brief you on the dos and don'ts as they can change as government regs change. Please wait to be seated on your table. Masks must be worn at all times inside the club when not seated at your table. This will be strictly enforced. Unfortunately you will not be able to move from table to table socializing. Group size at tables is limited and should be limited to your social circle. Management and the Board will continue to monitor Covid developments and assess the impact on inside operations including whether to stay open. Thanks very much for your attention. Michael Hoffman, NSC Commodore

Dear Members, Please note that as of Wednesday September 16th (7:00AM) the West man gate will be out of commission . Work is being performed to facilitate the reconstruction of the sidewalk for flood control purposes . The timeline for completion is set for end of day Monday September 21st. ... Please use the yard access gate during this time frame. We apologize for the inconvenience .

Dear fellow NSC member, I hope this note finds you well and that you have been enjoying your boating season as much as possible in this most unusual year. Your Board of Directors has worked very hard this season to open your club in phases in accordance with multiple levels of government guidelines and directives to bring you as many boating programs as possible in a safe manner. We are pleased to report that the harbour and trailer launch slips are fully occupied and there h...as been good participation in week night and weekend time trials (Covid version of racing) and an uptick in cruising activity. And we had very successful (although limited enrollment) sessions for our sailing school. By far the trickiest part of this year's operation has been the bar and galley on the deck. This is because we are a club - by definition we come down to NSC to enjoy our boats, see our friends and share stories. Unfortunately the social aspect of our club has been curtailed by the Covid-19 pandemic and in order to comply with government regs and provide a safe environment for all members and staff we must drastically change our behaviour while frequenting the galley. Recently we were visited by Ottawa bylaw officers and although NSC was found to be completely compliant (in fact we were commended for the detail of our plan and Covid code of conduct) the officer did witness some members moving from table to table chatting less than 2m apart - undoubtedly catching up with friends - which is not permitted in a restaurant environment. We did receive a warning that this kind of behaviour can lead to fines (they have issued plenty at other bars) to members (not the club). This is difficult and most unnatural for us as members of a club but I'm afraid it's part or our new reality. Please take this as a gentle reminder that our use of the galley is much different and that we must continue to be vigilant. On behalf of the Board and all of our staff, thank you for your continued support and enjoy the remainder of your boating season! Michael Hoffman, NSC Commodore

Canada at NSC Our re-opening has been such a success, we want our Members and their guests to be able to enjoy the water and then sail right on to our Galleys patio on Canada Day. We will be open July 1 from 2-8:00 pm, NSC Social Distancing protocols are strictly in place. The food is awesome and at excellent welcome back Member valued pricing. Just enter at the west gate and up the stairs, our friendly host will greet you.... For bookings of groups of 6-10 persons, please contact [email protected] See you there an Happy Canada Day Everyone.

Congratulations to our incredible staff for their seamless and safe re-opening of our Galley and bar. Stay tuned for future expansion of hours and offerings, meanwhile come and enjoy your club and its deck with amazing food, and member pricing all while respecting social distancing!!

NSC NEWS FLASH Patio & Bar Opening Friday June 26, For Members and their Guests BBQ STYLED MENU PREPARED IN OUR KITCHEN... We’re starting slow to allow both members and staff to adjust to our new table service format. Please enter through the west staircase, the east staircase is for exiting only. Can’t do the stairs, our host will assist in providing you service. Stay tunedDays, hours and our menu will gradually be expanded. Takeout service will soon be announced. Incredible pricing in place! Open for our Members only. For bookings of groups of 6-10 persons, please contact [email protected] We ask our members and staff to exercise patience while we allow both members and staff to adjust to our new service format. Service Hours Friday 4:30PM-9:30PM Saturday 2:00PM-8:00PM Sunday 2:00PM-8:00PM We look forward to welcoming all of our members back!

Safety Notice : Quyon Cable Ferry On Ottawa River The Quyon Ferry is a CABLE Ferry. There is a submerged cable that the cable ferry uses between the ferry terminals on the Ottawa River between Quyon (Quebec) and Mohr’s Landing (Ontario). The cable ferry is located just upstream from the Woolsey Narrows. Important:... IMPORTANT Boater Safety Please share!!!: Never, Ever, Ever, Ever pass in front of the cable ferry. Because the ferry is on a cable you must give way. It is best to pass by the cable ferry when it is NOT moving. If you absolutely must pass by the cable ferry when it is moving, always pass behind it, and stay 500 feet away. During a crossing, the cable ferry will raise the cable from the river into the front end of the Ferry and release the cable back into the river at the rear end as the Ferry makes way. Dot not fish near the cable ferry. This includes trolling over the cable and anchoring near the mouth of the Quyon River. NEVER - do water sports near the cable ferry or tow a skier/tuber over the cable. This is illegal and extremely dangerous. What if your child fell? The ferry cannot turn to avoid you. Ask yourself what you would do if you had engine failure near the ferry? There are over 25 miles of river to fish, water ski, and enjoy. Keep yourself and your family safe and stay well clear of the ferry. Take extreme caution when entering and exiting the Quyon harbor. It has become increasingly busy with pleasure craft. Wait until the ferry is at rest in Ontario before entering and exiting. Expect an increase in POLICE presence in the vicinity of the ferry. Make sure you have your documentation necessary for your boat. Cable ferries are connected to the shore-line on both banks of the river by a very heavy cable. When the ferry is moving it raises the cable at the front of the ship bringing it to a level that can be slightly below or above the surface. If you pass in front of the ferry, even as it is leaving the dock, damage or injury is very likely. Pictures to follow in this week's Telltale.

Changes to NSC Yard Access -Beginning 13 June NSC Yard access procedures will be changing this weekend and into next week as follows: -Saturday, 13 June, the yard will be closed for Club (Commercial) Launch. After the commercial cranes have left, owners of boats that have been launched that morning can start to fold their cradles and remove blocks and pads. Owners will be permitted to bring their vehicle into the yard to retrieve these items but must depart immediately there...after. -Sunday, 14 June, the yard will be open and owners can fold their cradles and retrieve blocks and pads. Vehicles will be allowed into the yard to retrieve these items but must depart immediately thereafter. -Monday, 15 June, the yard will be closed for cradle storage and movement of some cradle launched boats into a summer storage area. -Tuesday, 16 June, the Odd/Even access control measure will be removed and all members will be able to access the yard including the dinghy/catamaran storage area on their own schedule. Members must still follow the NSC Code of Conduct. -Member’s gate access cards will be re-activated on 15 June. Vehicle access will remain restricted between 0800 to 1600 hrs daily, but will be permitted outside those hours. o The gate access control point will remain in place between 0800 to 1600 hrs daily -The West gate to the club will be unlocked. The gate to main docks will be reactivated.

Deadline to Inform NSC on Your 2020 Launch Decision Fellow Member, With COVID-19, the Club is faced with some challenges this season and while we continue to attract new members and our harbour is filling up nicely, it is recognized that some members may decide not to launch this year. In order to be able to manage the harbour and yard in the best way possible, members who decide not to launch this year are requested to inform the Front Office, with a copy to Gene Bruce and t...he Harbourmaster as soon as possible and before 4 July 2020. Regards, David Neasmith NSC Rear Commodore/Harbourmaster

Updated Yard Access Hours: May 29th 2020 Dear NSC members please be advised. The NSC yard is now open to members from 0800 to 2100 hrs, 7 days a week. Although entry to the yard and dock area is restricted outside these hours, members returning from using their boats in the evening (after 2100 hrs) can exit through the West gate next to the clubhouse. Members who have launched their boats can use them on any day, but must respect the safety protocols for the docks and on water, as outlined in the COVID-19 Plan and Procedures. Access into the club premises remains via the main yard gate.

Updated May 26, 2020 - Yard, Launch And Dock Access The NSC yard is open to members from 08:00 to 20:00 hrs, 7 days a week. It will not be accessible outside these hours. There are specific access control and safety measures in place that all members are asked to respect. There are several new details (as of 26 May) listed for yard access that members are asked to read and comply with that follow below after the more box....Continue reading