Duties
- Prospective members should be aware that U.Y.C. is a non profit making club run largely by the voluntary efforts of the members and that it is a condition of membership that you be prepared to undertake a duty - usually only one weekend a season, as either Race officer or as part of the Rescue Team.
- Regular training sessions are held for both duties so don't panic!
- In any event there are always experienced members available to give advice.
- Please let us know of any RYA (or similar) qualifications that you hold.
- Your duty will be published in the Sailing Programme, published before the season begins.
- Volunteers will be appreciated for the various working parties that are needed from time to time (watch the notice boards).
Youngsters
Parents and guardians should note that the club is only able to provide rescue facilities during racing hours. Outside these hours parents and guardians have sole responsibility for their wards and must appreciate that The Club cannot be expected to exercise supervision or control, on or off, the water. This also applies to children or other persons not engaged in racing when those responsible are out on the water.
All children under 16 must be in the care of a responsible adult at all times when on club premises, and must wear a suitable life jacket when on or near the water.
Moorings
There is a long waiting list for club moorings in the two bays adjacent to the club. These are allocated by seniority of membership. However, moorings are readily available in other bays on the lake (where you'll find lots of our members!).
You can arrange these by contacting:
Marta Babinowska at the Dalemain Estates Office Monday to Thursday during office hours.
Tel.: 017684-86450
Fax: 017684 86223
E-mail: estates@dalemain.com
Winter storage is becoming a problem, and the club cannot guarantee space for cruisers - although we do try to accommodate those in need!
Sailing Dinghies
- Space is limited, so please ensure that your craft is on a launching trolley rather than a road trailer as these take up too much space.
- Ensure that your boat is securely tied down - Ullswater winds can be fierce!
- Dinghies must be removed from the club site by Nov.15th at the latest.
- U.Y.C. has a relatively large membership but only a small site, which we are unable to expand, so space is at a premium. Nevertheless we do welcome new members!
Camping
- We have a small campsite for TENTS ONLY. This is restricted by the Lake District National Park Authority to only certain weekends of the year. These are listed in the club sailing programme.
- Caravans are NOT permitted.
- Motor caravans MAY NOT be used for sleeping overnight.