NORTH EAST RIVER YACHT CLUB. At The Peake of the Chesapeake Member Newsletter May 2017

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1 NORTH EAST RIVER YACHT CLUB At The Peake of the Chesapeake Member Newsletter May 2017 WELCOME ABOARD Welcome to NERYC s May Waterline. I hope that you find this monthly newsletter informative on the activities in and around NERYC. We have a busy Month of May in front of us with Opening Day festivities kicking it all off. Boats are arriving in the marina and slips are filling up. We still have a few slips left so don t wait if you are contemplating renting one. Tell your friends and family about the club. Remember your participation and membership are what keeps this club going and now that we are entering our 88 th season we want to be ensure it stays around for another 88 years. I want whomever will write the May 2105 publication of the NERYC Waterline to be able to talk about the club entering its 176 season! Of course I plan on being there because while I plan on living forever I certainly do not want to still be dock master and the Waterline editor at the same time. I m going to ask one more time, can someone please step forward and take over the Waterline going forward. So for the time being if you have any interests, articles, notes, etc. to share with your fellow members please send them to me throughout the month of May and I will include them in the next issue. Dave Brzezowski-Dock Master 1

2 FROM THE COMMODORE Hello NERYC Members, Well, it s officially the start of the boating season and it s time for Opening Day! Opening day reflects the spirt of NERYC. These ceremonies and the festivities surrounding this weekend are the result of countless hours of volunteer effort by members of the club, led by Vice Commodore Bob and Lady Vivian Molloy. It is the camaraderie of the members, along with a love of boating and the Chesapeake Bay, which has kept this tradition alive for these 88 years. It is this tradition that will continue to keep the club active into the future. Opening Day weekend offers all of the best that NERYC has to offer. The Margaretville party starting on Friday Night has become a great tradition that offers everyone a chance to catch up after the long winter. The Opening Day Ceremonies on Saturday offers a little ceremony and tradition to officially open the club for the season. Following the ceremonies, it s back to more fun in the burgee lounge for the Kentucky Derby Party and a hat contest for the ladies. A little friendly wagering on the races keeps it interesting. Then join us on Sunday for an excellent brunch served at the club. Again, thank you all for coming out and enjoying NERYC for our 2017 Opening Day weekend. For members, enjoy your club, and for our guests, make yourself at home. Paul Miller Commodore, NERYC 2

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4 OPENING DAY FUN KENTUCKY DERBY Hi everyone, We hope you all plan to attend the 88 th NERYC OPENING DAY on Saturday May 6th. It is a great party with lots of food, drink, and camaraderie. If that isn t enough to entice you, there is the long standing KENTUCKY DERBY tradition where you can bet on a horse and win prizes. The race usually starts about 6:00. Beyond that, there is a HAT CONTEST. Some hats are worthy of being at the actual race and some are just silly or impromptu. All are fun. There are many prizes. John and Jan Sergeant PS: Guys can parade with hats too. Rumor has it that Paul Miller is going to parade and wow all. 4

5 FROM THE IPC Looking for a Good Few People NERYC Nominating Committee Hello Members, as Immediate Past Commodore, one of my responsibilities is to chair the 2017 NERYC Nominating Committee. For 2018, NERYC will have the following Board of Governor positions open and the committee will be working to identify candidates to fill these very important positions. You may find details of each position in our Club s By-laws. Here is a summary of the positions to be filled: Fleet Captain - It shall be the duty of the Fleet Captain to organize, plan and direct the boating activities that are under the auspices of the Club. During Club cruises, he/she shall assist Club boats with slip assignments, help take lines of Club boats as they enter slips and organize activities for each port of call. The Fleet Captain is considered a Flag Officer of the club and is expected to commit progressing through the ranks of Rear Commodore, Vice Commodore and Commodore of the club. Treasurer It shall be the duty of the Treasurer to have charge of the funds of the Club and to keep accurate records of all receipts and disbursements, to receive all moneys collected for the Club by any agent of the Club, to give receipt therefore, and to render a monthly financial statement, at all regular meetings of the Board of Governors and at the Annual Meeting. These financial statements shall detail assets, liabilities, income and expenses. The candidate for treasurer should live near the club to sign checks weekly and to closely work with the Administrator of the club. Key responsibilities of the treasurer are to: o Prepare an annual budget in cooperation with the Finance Chair o Prepare cash flow projections and update monthly o Manage cash, accounts receivable, accounts payable, and line of credit o Manage tax returns timeliness, proper input, and accuracy o Approve all checks ensuring proper approvals and sufficient cash o Report to BOG monthly on cash position and revenues vs. expenses year over year and actual vs. budget o Monitor financial reporting: property tax, personal property tax insurance self-audit, withholding tax, and annual required reports to our lending bank o Ensure monthly reconciliation of bank accounts, credit card remittances, and line of credit of credit activity o Prepare membership valuation for Commodore for Annual Mtg. o Validate members in good standing for AGM o Arrange payment terms for membership/dock fees, as requested. o Monitor member payment of dues and fees Secretary It shall be the duty of the Secretary to prepare the minutes of the meetings of the Club and the Board of Governors; to maintain the current By-Laws, Rules and other written Club policies, practices and procedures; to have custody of the Club Seal, of all trophies, and 5

6 of all reports and documents connected with the business of the Club. He/She shall post a copy of all Board meeting minutes on the Club Bulletin Board. All records shall be maintained in the Club. The minutes of all Board of Governors meetings shall include a listing of those Board members present as well as those absent. He/She shall execute all papers, along with the Commodore, or in his absence the Vice Commodore, or in their absence the Rear Commodore, required to be executed by the Corporation, when authorized to do so by the Board of Governors. When necessary, the Secretary shall affix the Seal of the Corporation to such papers. The Secretary shall be responsible for notifying members in writing, of any breach or impending Restaurant Chair The Chairperson of the Restaurant Committee shall be a member of the Board of Governors. He/She shall be the primary interface between the Board of Governors and the Restaurant staff. The areas of responsibility are: (1) the menus and prices; (2) the quality of food and service; (3) the condition and appearance of the Commodore's Dining Room, the Bridge Lounge and Dance Floor, the Burgee Lounge, and the restroom/shower facilities; and (4) the condition and cleanliness of the kitchen and its equipment. The Chairperson shall supervise menu content, general pricing, and hours of operation. The Chairperson shall periodically review the entire Restaurant/Bar Operation in cooperation with the Restaurant staff with a view toward improvement, implementation of new ideas, etc. The Chairperson shall submit to the Finance Committee through the Commodore a detailed annual budget forecast covering anticipated expenses as well as any planned additional funding requirements. These positions provide an excellent opportunity to participate in the leadership of NERYC s operations and work with talented individuals to carry out the business of our club. If you are interested in any these BOG positions, please contact me, the individuals currently filling the positions or folks on the nominating committee below to discuss your interest. The nominating committee will begin work now to identify and present candidates. The 2017 Nominating Committee Members are: Mike Lynch Claire Brechter John Margan Rick Hanson Tom Herman Thanks, Bob Gamble IPC NERYC 6

7 FROM THE FLEET CAPTAIN 2017 Cruises Matt Sheldrick Fleet captain Spring Summer Fall 2017 North East River Yacht Club Cruise Schedule There is no such thing as too much fun Summary Cruise Where When Memorial Day Weekend Cruise Annapolis May 27 th, 28 th 29th June Short Cruise Still Pond June 24 th, 25 th July Cruise St Michaels and Rock Hall July 6 th,7 th, 8 th, 9 th August Bay Jam Turner Creek (Sassafras) August 19 th and 20th Labour Day Cruise Baltimore Inner Harbour September 2 nd, 3 rd, 4 th October Frost Bite Cruise Georgetown (Sassafras) October 14 th and 15 th Additional Detail Memorial Day Weekend Cruise to Annapolis: Annapolis Yacht Basin Slips are $2.50 per ft plus power, 2 night minimum (it is Annapolis!) Please book early (Ideally now), if you are planning on this cruise as the marina is already getting booked. Saturday May 27 th Arrive Annapolis Saturday Evening Event Sunday May 28 th Day in Annapolis Monday return to NERYC June Short Cruise: Still Pond Raft Up - IT S FREE TO RAFT UP June 24 th - Saturday night raft up in Still Pond 7

8 July Cruise to St Michaels and Rock Hall: Thursday (Optional) Worton Creek or Tolchester Friday July 7 th Arrive St Michaels (Harbour Hotel Marina and Spa) Saturday July 8 th Rock Hall: Haven Harbor Marina Sunday July 9 th Return to NERYC St Michaels Harbour Hotel, Marina and Spa Slips are $1.95 per ft (for Friday only) if you choose to stay on to Saturday and not come to Rock Hall it is $3.55 per ft. Power is 30amp $15 Dual 30 or 50amp $25 Please book early (Ideally now), if you are planning on this cruise as the marina is already getting booked. If you have a smaller power boat, think about making the run down Friday and stay in the Harbour Hotel Friday Night and head home Saturday. Rock Hall Haven Harbour: Slips are $3.00 per ft. Power is 30amp $9, Dual 30 or 50amp $17. August Bay Jam: Turner Creek Sassafras River ANOTHER FREE RAFT UP But there will be a small charge for the evening event Saturday August 19 th Bay Jam race Saturday Raft up Turner Creek for power and sail Saturday Evening Georgetown yacht club party Labor Day Cruise: Baltimore Inner Harbor Marina Details to follow Saturday September 2 nd Distance sailboat race to Baltimore Saturday Evening Event Sunday September 3 rd in Baltimore Monday September 4 th Return to NERYC, Predictive log race for power boats 8

9 October Frost Bite Cruise: Georgetown Details to follow Distance Guide The distance from NERYC to our cruise destinations and some optional stop overs are shown below (estimates only) From To Nautical miles NERYC Turkey Point 8 NERYC Havre de Grace 13 NERYC Havre de Grace via Carpenter Point 7 NERYC Still Pond 17 NERYC Worton 21 NERYC Turner Creek 13 NERYC Georgetown Sassafras 20 NERYC Rock Hall 34 NERYC Baltimore Inner Harbour 43 NERYC Annapolis 48 NERYC St Michaels 55 Worton Baltimore Inner Harbour 24 Worton Annapolis 26 Worton St Michaels 35 Tolchester St Michaels

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12 MAY BIRTHDAYS, ANNIVERSARY S & NEW MEMBERS Come on out for the monthly Birthday Night in the Burgee Lounge on Friday May 12 th! (Also the Junior Sailing Bingo Fundraiser same evening! Month of MAY Birthdays 1 Jim Chaney 2 Jim Waters 4 Allan Johns 4 John Sergeant 5 Ray Heidel 6 Jack Burr 6 Dana Schewe 7 John Hakemian 7 Lisa O'Brien 8 Norman Wehner 9 Chris Trentham 10 Chris O'Brien 10 Gary Shears 11 Donna Hill-Chaney 13 Rosey Tracy 15 Andrea Johns 16 John Schubel 19 Peter Messikomer 20 Richard Belon 22 Peg Brzezowski 24 Dave Brzezowski 25 Bill Doyle 26 Joe Gwiazdowski 27 Harv Renshaw 31 Kathy Gordon Anniversaries 8 Nigel & Joanne Veater 11 Weston & Sarah Dinsel 15 Keith & Kathy Gordon 15 Dick & Laurie Painter 16 Suzie & Jimmie Krapf 19 Bob & Claire Brechter 20 Dan & Dana Schewe 24 Kevin & Samantha Dill 25 Den & Betty Cimino 25 Michael & Darlene Hamlin 27 George & Suzanne Braun 27 Joe & Laura Reynolds 28 James & Cheryl Spaulding 12

13 JR SAIL PROGRAM 2ND ANNUAL BINGO FUNDRAISER Get your lucky rabbit foot out and get ready for NERYC's 2nd Annual BINGO fundraiser on Friday May 12th! The funds raised from this "family fun" event will go toward expanding and improving the Junior Sailing program's safety fleet. It is sure to be a great time and the prize potential is SERIOUS! The Docks and BOG have been generous with donations, as have sailing families and local businesses. We have lots of wine, lots of designer bags, and some great experience stuff like airplane rides and paintball! Between the BINGO prizes, the raffles, the Silent Auction, and the 50/50, lots of people are going to be winners! BINGO tickets are $20 each and come with 3 cards for each of the 20 rounds. Raffle tickets will be sold at the door too. Chef Ernie is preparing a BINGO Buffet for $10, which will be kid-friendly. The restaurant will still have a full menu available too! Please plan on coming, and bringing friends too. It will be a lot of fun, help the junior sailing program, and start the May Birthday/BINGO Night Party with laughs! See you there :-) Thank you Julie Cottage 13

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16 SAIL RACING AT NERYC The old adage that a sailboat race is just two boats sailing in the same direction rings true at NERYC. In 2017 there will be numerous opportunities for all levels of sailors to race on the North East River. NERYC Spring Series Race Dates 5/7/17, 5/20/17, 6/4/17, & 6/21/17 NERYC Summer Beer Can Series Every Wednesday night in June, July & August NERYC Invitational on Saturday, June 10 th with after race Pig Roast Party o Complete information, Race Instructions and on-line registration is available at NERYC Catalina Cup on Saturday, July 16 th More details on the NERYC website under the Activities Sail Racing Sailing is fun Thanks! Wes Dinsel 16

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18 U/D SAILING Hello NERYC, I know there have been several other announcements regarding the UD regatta the weekend of April 22 nd and 23rd. However, I received the write up on the next page from Stephen Schindel, Commodore of the UD team, and I wanted to share it with everyone since this was such a nice event at our club. Bob Gamble, you should be proud of your Villanova team. No NCAA championship this year, but they won at NERYC! Enjoy. Paul Miller 18

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20 TRADING POST This is the place for NERYC members to sell, buy or trade their nautical and boating related items. any items you wish to part with so it can be listed here. Be sure to include a photo, brief description and the price (or trade for xyz). FOR SALE 32 Wellcraft cruiser, El Gaucho del Mar Twin 5.7l Volvo engines, both reworked within past 3 years. New canvas, stand-up head and shower, GPS, power windlass, equipped galley, DVD player, sleeps 4 comfortably; 8 uncomfortably, CG documentation. Needs vinyl replacement in cabin. Shown at Anchor Boats $38,900. Bill Dallas 410/

21 FOR SALE Pearson 33, 1988/9. A great cruising boat, but faster than most with a PHRF rating of 174. She sports an all teak interior well kept, recent updates including standing rigging, lifelines, engine hoses, refinished bottom, sails (2008), new VHF radio, 7 Garmin GPS and more. If you would like to see her or hear more please contact me by or phone ( ). Gary and Betsey Denapoli - Garydenapoli@icloud.com 21

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24 NERYC Ships Store is Open! Contact Marlene Szep or Peg Brzezowski to place a custom order Below are photos of the current inventory. Peg and Marlene are working to order in some new items but if you have something in mind please let them know. 24

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