I just thought I'd throw this out there to get feed back and opinions.

Would there be any merit in starting the "SOLC" to give those who live in remote areas (and any one else who'd like to join) the ability to be members of a club similar to ALYC, Sandgropers & Lefroy etc, and could this club become affiliated with the governing body if desired.

Obviously there are some landyachters in remote areas who will never be able to join a club if geographic (or other) restrictions are in place, so would there be any real benefits to them if they could join a club where there are no such limitations. Could this club give them a real vote in the running of the governing body like any other affiliated club?

I assume that due to them being in different states, then the club may not be able to do much about club insurance for its members and therefore the main advantage of a club may not be there straight off.

The consitution could have as an aim to assist these remote members in promoting their sport and assist in any way possible for them to eventually start their own local club which could stand on its own 2 feet.

Or would this just be a waste of time and effort and never really be able to work?

What are everyone's thoughts, especially those in remote areas and those who have been involved in the starting of clubs?

I was thinking if this could work we could ask Laurie if its possible to set up a section for club members only where membership gets you access to the section, so that club issues can be discussed in private as they would have no other easy way of communication.

Gizmo is away for work back Tues pm, I have been instructed to monitor Seabreeze and keep him informed! My knowledge of Landyachts are only that they have three wheels,mast and sail.

***Hills, Im sure that Gizmo would give your idea the thumbs up and will be quick to post comment/suggestions when he returns.

I think this is a good idea Hillsy and will allow those who are geographically or otherwise isolated to still be part of what goes on.
It will be interesting to see what others think.
Susan

Hehe, Welcome Mrs Duck, your knowledge of landyachts is about on par with mine.

Sounds like there's a bit of interest, I'll await your further thoughts.

Cheers

Hills, thanks for the welcome. Oh gosh I did'nt think it was possible but this Landyachting thing is starting to bite. It looks like Gizmo is getting closer to being able build another landyacht but only if I am able to have a go!!

Any pointers on how to get my wife interested would be greatly appreciated, Mrs Duck & Promogirl!!

Every time I go landyachting she indulges in another related sport... shopping at Harbour Town

LADYSAILOR REQUIREMENT LIST
Gntlemen to rig ,maintain ,unrig and clean, specially constructed ,ultra comfy mini yacht.
Gentlemen to set up shade/shelter.
Gentlemen to put kettle on on arrival at venue BEFORE talking to mates.
gentlemen to occupy/entertain /cleanup fter and disipline kids.
Gentlemen to commence packing up at 3.00pm sharp.
Gentlemen to prepare,serve and clean up evening meal whilst wifey is soaking in the bath.

Any thing to add to your requirements Ladysailors?

hills said...
I assume that due to them being in different states, then the club may not be able to do much about club insurance for its members and therefore the main advantage of a club may not be there straight off.

I do not think state boundaries will affect insurance. As Kody indicated, as long as clubs are incorporated (legitimised) and therefore have rules some of which cover behavior and safety, the insurance company risk assessors then feel safe with taking on the risk.

Obviously the best companies to approach would be those that already carry risk for existing clubs.

Cheers Cisco.

Thanks everyone, I'll give those ideas a shot and see if I can't get Michele into it. I think some other ladies out there might be a big help too

As she's only 5ft, your right Cisco, she'd never go near the PM, thats part of the reason I'm going to build a mini. I'm also going to try and build a shadow for it as well. I figured I'd just have a spare extra long axle for one side. (Hmmn this should be a new constuction thread shouldn't it )

hills said...

Thanks everyone, I'll give those ideas a shot and see if I can't get Michele into it. I think some other ladies out there might be a big help too

As she's only 5ft, your right Cisco, she'd never go near the PM, thats part of the reason I'm going to build a mini.

Hi Hills, I am not much over 5ft and whilst I can and do sail a 5 the mini yachts are lots of fun, the easy assembly is great too - not too many things to forget! plus they are a lot lighter than a class 5.
Susan

Im also up to see what can be done to organsise an internet based remote landsailers club. Not sure what can be done but I'd like to be involved with having a go.

For United Land Yachting Australia there needs to be a structure. Here is a suggestion of how it might work. Objectivity and lateral thinking would help when considering the diagram.

This is an INCLUSIVE concept in that it recognises the right to exist and be part of the whole for ALL interested parties.

Let us ALL see if we can get it together.

I reckon we can help, and a new system we've developed might fit the bill perfectly .. can I ask for a few weeks to get our act together? Bit flat out at the moment to write more, just a note that yes, and, keen to help.

I'll let Laurie respond to that, but my thoughts were that we'd pay a fee to compensate Laurie for any time spent setting this up and any associated costs.

I am quite involved in another forum and sponsorship and donations barely cover the server space and bandwidth costs and the owner regularly has to dip into his own pocket to keep the site running. I'd like us not to cause that to be the case for Laurie.

Yep, understood. Again my experiences are from another forum, i don't know Laurie's situation.

My suggestion on fee structure is cost plus a little bit more (reviewed periodically).

Costs might be, hosting fees (if required), documentation costs (even though it is an online club some things will still need to kept in hard copy), insurance costs and association fees.

The little bit more would cover promotions and events, unforeseen circumstances, and any excess, as Paul suggests can be donated to St John's Ambulance/RFDS.

Cheers Cisco.