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School Holiday Learn to Sail

Waka Compass is the club's training programme.Learn to Sail courses are starting this Spring -...

Sailing is Back at Alert Level 2 (Sept 2020)

Sailing is back at Level 2 in Auckland but with caution.If you plan to head out for a sail or visit Wakatere, follow the Wakatere Covid-19 Alert Level 2 Rules of Operation dated 24 Sept 2020 In brief:Scan the Wakatere Covid-19 QR Code on arrivalSocial distancing: 2m from anyone you don't know, 1m from someone you do know (unless they are in your bubble)Gatherings may not exceed 100 people in a defined space (at least 2 metres between groups when outdoors)Use of face masks recommendedFo...

CHANGES to Sunday Club Racing

We have introduced some new processes to allow Club members to get on the water while social distancing during Alert Level 2 at WakatereSign on/off will be by scanning a SIGN ON QR code and a SIGN OFF QR code at the club.Go to the CLUB RACE ENTRY ...

Season Opening Ceremony Delayed

The 2020-2021 sailing season was scheduled to get underway with an Opening Day ceremony at Wakatere on Sunday 13th Sept.Given the ongoing Covid-19 restrictions and the uncertainty around meeting number limits, we have decided to delay the official Opening Day ceremony until we have can safely enjoy the occasion.We are currently finalising a new date which is expected to be in October. We will let you all know as soon as we can.The good news is that club racing and Season Points 1,2 will start on...

Closed For Now But Back Soon (Aug 2020)

Auckland returned to Covid-19 Alert Level 3 at midday 12th August. Accordingly Wakatere Boating Club is closed and sailing prohibited while that Level remains in force.We are hopeful that restrictions will ease in September and we will be able to get the season underway on time. Club members will be kept updated. Stay safe. Locker manager assistance at the club is on hold.Club coaching is on hold for all classes.Waka Teens Night Fri 14th Aug / 4th Sept CANCELLED.Pre-Season Working Bee 6th Sept -...

New Season Boat Storage

Locker re-allocations and new allocations from the waiting list are happening now (August 2020).If you are an active sailing club member and would like to request a locker please use our online form - Wakatere boat storage request form If you are fortunate to be allocated a space, please refresh yourself with the Wakatere Terms and Conditions for licence holders - Locker Licence T&CsCompound Licence T&CsA reminder that if you sell your boat and have had a locker at Wakatere - the locker mus...

Auckland Junior Sprints

The popular Auckland Winter Sprint Series is back for another year starting in May and running all the way through to September. Hosting duties will rotate between Kohi, Wakatere, Murrays Bay & Pt Chev.With the 2020 Opti and Starling Nationals still on the horizon, some great competition is expected. Join in for all the dates or as many as you can. See our REGATTA page for NoR and full details....

Success Celebrated

Club members were happy to be reunited at this year's recent prizegiving given the sudden and early end to the season and time apart. It was a more casual and social affair this time, less talking, more chatting.Many thanks to the 'Wakatere Fun Committee' for marking the occasion with a Mid-Winter Dinner and hosting us on the night. The clubrooms looked fantastic and the kids certainly had a night to remember.Congratulations to all the class prizewinners for club racing, coaching groups and to t...

WBC Mid-Winter Regatta

Wakatere Mid-Winter RegattaSaturday 11th and Sunday 12th July 2020 Open to Optimist, Open Skiff, P Class, RS Feva, 420, Starling, Sunburst, Laser, Windfoiling, 3.7, Waszp, A-Class Cat and OK Dinghy classes. Visitors welcome. NOR and Results will be posted on the Regatta page. REGATTA PAGE Prize-Giving & Mid-Winter Dinner Saturday 11th July We are combining Club Prize-Giving with a Mid-Winter Dinner on Saturday 11th. This is the Wakatere Club prizegiving for the 2019/20 season.As a catered event ...

Join Our Volunteers

Wakatere values all volunteers - as a family focused club, volunteering to help on one or more race days during each season is an essential part of our club membership. We also encourage the wider community to get involved.Volunteers at Wakatere are supported by experienced race management and there is sure to be something for every level of interest and ability. Our race office radios need manning on Sunday afternoons and the race office has the best view in the house! This role is now vac...

Celebrate with a Mid-Winter Dinner

Club prize-giving for the 2019/20 season will be held in conjunction with the Wakatere Mid-Winter Regatta on Saturday 11th July 2020. This year it will feature a Mid-Winter Dinner served between the junior and senior prize-giving sections.This special evening will celebrate the highlights of the 2019/2020 season with trophies and medal presentations for club race results, awards for junior coaching groups, prestige prizes and volunteer thanks....

Feva Nats are Back

Wakatere is thrilled to announce the new and improved date for the 2020 Feva Nationals.Following the postponement in late March, we look forward to welcoming Feva sailors, parents and supporters to Wakatere in the warmer month of DECEMBER!Saturday 12th & Sunday 13th December 2020. Plus a complimentary Feva coaching session Friday 11th at 1:30pm with a special guest. Stay tuned for that one.Something for every age group as it's open to youth, ladies, mixed, junior and open divisions.Grab your par...

Big Turnout for Winter Sprints

Great to see so many youngsailors out on the water for the Auckland Junior Winter Sprint Series on Saturday 27th June.We were spoilt with a lovely on-shore breeze and largely missed the rain. Racing was a good length for winter, off the water by 3.30pm and lots of hot pasta, home baking and hot drinks after. Fantastic to have the Aon Youth sailors on the water with us. Likewise the RNZYS race fleet in full flight.Well done everyone and a big thanks to all the volunteers. See you all ba...

Changing of the Guard

Following the Annual General Meeting on Wed 24th June 2020 we have a changing of the guard to announce.Commodore Ed Crook has taken over from (now Past) Commodore Simon Probert whose three year term at the helm has come to an end.Ed has moved through the Rear and Vice Commodore positions over the last four years and chairs the Sailing Committee. He is a familiar face on club days.Welcome to the newly appointed Vice Commodore Ian Darby and Rear Commodore Julia Faire. The Secretary and T...

Junior Coaching Returns for Winter

We are rolling out some fun winter coaching for junior classes at Alert Level 2. Weather permitting, small group sessions will run on either a Saturday or Sunday depending on your sailing class. Confidence Winter WarriorsFeva Winter WarriorsStarling Winter CoachingOpti Green Winter WarriorsOpti Open Winter CoachingYou must have a website booking - Login Then... join Team App WBC Coaching (details below) Team App: All junior class COACHING groups are transitioning to using Team App for ...

Wakatere L2 Operational Rules (May 2020)

Wakatere BC Operational Rules for Members during Covid-19 Level 2While we are all relieved to be able to return to sailing from Thursday 14th May 2020, the Club has rules for all club members and visitors to follow. It has been decided that no organized sailing will take place at Wakatere until next spring, as per our usual schedule, and that each class will organise its own sailing agenda and coaching to minimise the numbers at the Club at one time. The Club will effectively remain closed ...

Sign Up for the Zhik NZ eSailing Challenge

Brush up on your sailing skills by signing up for the WBC eClub Champs, the first step of the Zhik NZ eSailing Challenge. Using Virtual Regatta Inshore, clubs from around the country will hold virtual club championships, the winner of which moves on to regional challenge, national challenge and then the top 6 will represent New Zealand in a trans-Tasman showdown with Australia!Wakatere will host its eClub Champs on Thursday May 14th at 7pm.Each sailor will join the custom race hosted b...

Closed Until Further Notice

23rd March 2020Wakatere Boating Club will cease all operations following the NZ Government announcement that we move towards Alert Level 4 in response to COVID-19.There will be no coaching or organised sailing activity at the club until further notice and the club facilities will remain closed. Please respect the rules on self-isolation the Government has put in place and do not congregate at the club for any reason.24th March 2020YNZ advice is to NOT GO SAILING and the Coastguard have also aske...

Proceeding with AGM

The 93rd Wakatere Annual General Meeting for annual reports and the election of Flag Officers for the new season will be held on Wednesday 24th June 2020 at 8pm.Under the public health Covid-19 guidelines in NZ, if required it may be a virtual meeting this year.An official notice to members will follow closer to the date.All members are invited....

Covid-19 Update for Members

IMPORTANT NOTICE FOR WAKATERE BOATING CLUB MEMBERSAs the global Coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak continues to evolve, we want ensure you that the Wakatere Committee is continuing to monitor the situation and taking advice on appropriate steps to ensure the safety of our members.We should remember that sailing is a non-contact sport, played outdoors and the risk of becoming infected while sailing is therefore minimal.For the moment all club activities will go ahead as planned, with larger gatherin...

Picnic Report

The weather gods and the tide all helped with another successful Wakatere Club Picnic last Sunday - a flotilla sail to McKenzie Bay on Rangitoto for fun and games and a walk to the summit.The picnic has been a longstanding highlight since the club's foundation in 1926 and we think it's still relevant and a fantastic reminder of why we love sailing. Participation is as important as racing and it was great to see kids having fun together and just being in their boats.Adults mixed and mingled from ...

Easter Activity

This course is CANCELLED.  See you when the coast is clear. Continue to register your interest in learning to sail HERE - The online register is for ALL AGES. Wakatere's Junior Learn to Sail Courses are for those who are interested in getting out on the water in a new way! Sailing is a great way to get outside, have fun, make new friends while learning some skills for life We teach a foundation for sailing that will hopefully turn into the basis of a love for the sport, regardless of whethe...

Bob Salthouse Slipped Anchor

Sadly another obituary to report - 83yr old Bob Salthouse passed away this Thursday. He was a prolific boat designer & builder and a former Wakatere Commodore with many years supporting the club and it’s family culture.1980/81 Commodore RJ Salthouse1981/82 Commodore RJ SalthouseA sad time for the extended Salthouse families following the very recent death of Bob's brother John. Sympathies to the family and especially to our Salthouse club membe...

Windfoiling Regatta 2018

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George Gair RIP

Sadly the Honourable George Gair passed away on Monday 17th August 2015. George was a Wakatere Life Member and one of our Club Patrons.    Although not a sailor himself, George was drawn to the club more than 45 years ago when his sons joined as juniors. He obviously loved Wakatere and what it represented to the community. Through local politics he was instrumental in moving Old Lake Rd behind the club house for which we are forever grateful.  In more rece...