QLD Green Fleet Frequently Asked Questions

Green Fleet Frequently Asked Questions

Who are the coaches for 2024? 

Keppel Bay's Jo Stam is heading up the team for the Green Fleet in 2024

The rest of the coaching team are: Jack Johnson, Jemima Carey, Camille Gallais, Charlie Bratton

Check back often as this list is always being added to.

When should I register for this event?

If you are wanting to do Green Fleet, you should register as soon as you can as there are limited places available. For the last three years Green Fleet was sold out well before the end of the registration period.

How do I register my child?

You will need to know you childs Australian Sailing number.  If you do not know what that is you can look it up here: https://www.sailing.org.au/member-finder/  If they dont show through our member finder and you are a member of a sailing club, you will need to contact your club to get the details. 

I know my childs AS Number but I still can't register:

It could be that your details aren't acurate in our database (your date of birth or the spelling of your last name).  Please contact Grant Willmott on (02) 9170 6930 to update your details.

Can I register more than 1 child at the same time that are sailing in different boats?

No.  You must register each competitor separately.

I want to change my entry details

Please contact Grant Willmott on 0413 468 773

Are Boat charters available?

A small number of Charter Boats are available for this event with a $200 damage bond required.  >> Charter boat booking form
If you would like more information, please contact Conrad Byrt on 0428 819 913

If you would like to charter an O'pen Skiff - Please Click HERE to charter through Tahe Outdoors Australia.  

Where do I pick up my charter boat?

For those who have chartered a boat from KBSC your boat will already be at the Causeway Lake.  It's a good idea to come early on the first day to sort your boat out. 

Where is the causeway/green fleet racing?

Green Fleet training and racing will be conducted from the site located on Resada Esplanade, Causeway Lake. Look for the two big shipping containers next to the toilet block. Green Fleet Training/Racing Area

For those who have chartered a boat from KBSC your boat will already be at the container.  Others may drop their boat off from Sunday Morning 15th September or contact Conrad Byrt on  0428 819 913 if you require an earlier drop off.

Green Fleet Racing

Green Fleet racing for the Youth Championships is based on fun and participation.  Children will not be awarded placing medals during the presentation at the conclusion of the event.  However all racing is scored and you can see the results here.

Are my children's sailing skills good enough for this event?

If your child has completed at least a Tackers 3 class they are able to come to the Youth Championships.  Green Fleet caters to children who are just starting out racing in a fun and safe environment.  

I'm not sure if my child is green fleet level?

Green Fleet is for beginner racers in sheltered waters with supported racing from foundation coaches. The more experienced competitors sail off Keppel Bay beach which can have breaking waves and sailing is done a good distance away from shore.  If you are not sure if your child will is confident in their skills to compete from the beach, then Green Fleet at the Causeway Lake will be a perfect fit.

Read more here - Which Fleet should I enter?

Things to bring to Green Fleet:

• Picnic blanket
• Chairs
• Esky
• Lunch & Snacks
• Closed in shoes for the boat ramp

Can I fill my child's water bottle?

We have a waterstation onsite to fill your waterbottles.

Can I get on the water to watch my child sail?

For the safety of all participants, the only ribs allowed on the lake are the coach ribs. No personal watercraft or private vessells of any kind are permitted during the event period.

You will have a great vantage from the shore to watch the sailing.  

Can I borrow a life jacket?

No, you must bring your own life jacket to this event.

Can I volunteer at the lake?

Yes you can, we'd love it for you to be on the volunteer team.  You can register here

Where will I store my road trailer?

If you are brining your own boat, there is no storage of road trailers at the event site.  When you arrive, please take your boat/s off the road trailer and put them in the allocated space for the class and then take the road trailer to 20 Bowls Street Yeppoon for storage throughout the event. Please ensure you have a trailer lock.  You can see a map of the storage space on the Competitor Information page.