Crabbing Day - CYCSA

The Cruising Yacht Club of SA hosts many events throughout the year, ranging from fun social gatherings to family events and fiercely competitive racing events and everything in between! Event dates are subject to change, please contact Reception for up-to-date information.

For Racing events please refer to the Racing Documents page for applicable Notice of Race and Sailing Instructions, or check in with the Race office for up-to-date information including any scheduling changes.

Club Function Booking / Refund Policy
Due to the cost of catering all bookings will be taken as confirmed 72 hours prior to a function and will be invoiced to members accounts accordingly. There will be NO REFUND for non attendance / bookings cancelled after this period.

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Sunday, February 25
  • 8.00-3.30 pm
Crabbing Day

Come Crabbin’. Come along to the Fishing Association’s famous Crab Catch & Cook Day, head out for a fun day on the water then back to shore for the feast!

Proudly sponsored by SA Boat Trailers (Spitfire)

BYO Info
Please bring your own crab crackers, cutlery, plates and drinks (we ask that you please help make this a plastic free day).  *please note this is a plastic free event

What’s Provided

  • By popular demand we are bringing back Chili Crabs 
  • Range of Chef’s salads, bread and serviettes provided
  • Sausages and minute steaks for those that prefer not to eat the catch

Pre-registration required:
Please register with the CYCSA office no later than 5pm Wednesday prior to the event .
You will be asked for the skipper’s name, boat name, contact phone number and number of people attending.
Wrist bands will be required on the day for admission and issued to the skipper on the day.
Tables are to be booked under boat names.

It is expected that all boats booked will be crabbing on the day and contribute to the total catch to add to the fun and participation. Last weigh in and count at 12:30pm.

Prizes awarded during the afternoon for Biggest crab, most crabs etc….

Tide information:
Tides are looking good – high tide at 0625 of 2.49M with low tide at 1249 of 0.22M. Such a good tide in a relatively short time usually means lots of crabs.

All seating is covered in the members BBQ area and marquees. Numbers will be capped at a comfortable and
manageable number so book to ensure your group can enjoy this popular family day event.

Cost: A nominal charge of $30pp for non-FA members and FA members who DO NOT participate in crabbing
No charge for children 13 and under and all Fishing Association Members who participate in crabbing

**Please note this event is for Club members and their invited guests only.*

Bookings Essential 8248 4222 | [email protected]