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1 a little dinghy Newsletter Date June 03, 2009 Volume 31, Issue 5 Gold Country Yacht Club From Your Commodore Special Interest Articles: Regatta is next week! Dinghy dock update! That may have been when we opened the first bottle of wine, I really can't remember, but after a while, Ahoy Crew, Why is it that every trip around the sun seems faster and faster? It must be our annual reminder to go sailing more. Can you believe the regatta is next week! Chris has been working overtime on the regatta and things are coming together really good. Judging from the entries so far we should have a good turn out and given the current economic situation thats good news. The donations for the raffle have been going well and I'd like to thank everyone for their help and a special thank you to Jean Cutshall. We will be having the Denny Russell Band playing for our live entertainment. Thank you Jerry Lewis. I'll be in and out during the regatta trying to fill any gaps that need help. It just happens to be the same weekend as graduation and this year we have two graduates in the Day household. The only glitch is that our barge is not floating on her water line and after inspection of her hulls shes beyond reasonable repair. As you all know we voted on the purchase of a new to us patio boat at the last meeting. Jeremy Gicker and I drove to Clear Lake on the 27th to check out what appeared to be a possibility but upon closer inspection we decided that we need to keep looking. So keep your eyes open for a patio boat! We have a loner for the regatta so we should be able to get through our big weekend. Last week on the 26th if you were listening to KNCO's talk of the town Chris and I were the guest with Mary Kelly. We were promoting the yacht club and the regatta. The radio station bought us lunch and Mary did a great job of helping us get the information out to the listeners. I know some people were listening as I had some s inquiring about the club and I think were picking up a couple of new members. The dinghy dock update is that we will continue to move her down with the water level as we have in the past. Our plan was to rig a cable to a concrete block that is out in about thirty feet of water and the dock could go up and down with the tide. Just like the real thing! Last week Dennis Barry and his son Micheal our resident divers met David and I at the lake to find the block and rig the cable. I had rig up what cable I had but when we found the concrete block we had no where near enough cable to reach the block. If anybody has a line on a couple of hundred feet of cable let us know. I am the coolest guy on the lake! See Next Page

At Our Helm a little dinghy Page 2 of 13 Commodore Joe Day JOSEPH DAY joe.day@sbcglobal.net vice Commodore Chris Buti Secretary Tish Buti 273-7819 tbuti@yahoo.

2 At Our Helm a little dinghy Page 2 of 13 Commodore Joe Day JOSEPH DAY joe.day@sbcglobal.net vice Commodore Chris Buti Secretary Tish Buti tbuti@yahoo.com Treasurer Jean Cutshall jean.cutshall@thomson.net Cruise Chairman DougEpperson Publicity/Membership Nicki Talman Port Captain David Niedziejko manzanitaman@yahoo.com. Race Chairman Don Hare Newsletter Editors Larry Earl Graham radar07@sbbmail.com Text 1: 21" biceps? Sailing Education

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4 Page 4 of 13 a little dinghy I hope to see everyone at the regatta helping out as this is our biggest event of the year. I'm also hoping were able to fit in the Tall Tales story telling this year. See you at the regatta! Your Commodore Joe Day S/V Daydreams, S/V Mental Floss

5 Page 5 of 13 Beatin' the Heat in Half Moon Bay By Dudley Gaman After a wonderful opening day sail on Scotts Flat Lake with Hugh and Nicki, it was time for Teresa and me to repay the favor at sea level. They are both experienced ocean sailors and knew enough to dress for conditions not found on the lake. Little did they know that despite several layers of clothes and foulies, the trip would be as cold as it would be fun. They arrived at Kia Orana's slip in South Beach Harbor in plenty of time for our scheduled noon departure. Several dockcart loads of supplies later, we were ready to cast off ahead of schedule under overcast skies and moderate wind. There was a brief discussion about heading to Redwood City in search of warmth, but our original plan for a weekend in Half Moon Bay prevailed. We set a reefed main and the Bay Blaster jib and sailed along the waterfront. With some shipping traffic and a wind blowing directly through The Gate, we opted to start the iron genny long enough to get us past Mile Rock where we could bear off to the South. We scanned the horizon, but saw no sight of Sam, an old friend with whom we've sailed thousands of miles. His plan was to leave before us on the 60-foot Lidgard sloop, Final Approach, but as we were passing under the Golden Gate Bridge, he called to say that he was behind us. Final Approach is a pedigreed ocean racer and very fast. We're not racers, but no cruiser likes being passed. The race was on, but not without the creature comforts of lunch being prepared in the galley. We eased off to SW, stopped the motor, and had a nice line to the Montara marker on a close reach. The wind is normally from the NW at this time of year, but there was nothing normal about this weekend's weather. Moving along nicely across a slight swell, we were making good time but still looking back over our shoulders for the first sight of Final Approach's 80-foot mast. We would occasionally spot a Harbor Porpoise, but except for the crab pot buoys set out in a line that matched our tack, no other ocean dwellers. Maybe it was too cold for them. About 5 hours after passing under the Golden Gate Bridge, the Pillar Point radar resembling an overgrown golf ball appeared through the fog. The phone rang again, it was Sam with the news that he was "going to turn in in an hour". We were looking for the #1 channel marker into Pillar Point Harbor and the racing boat was well over an hour away! Inside the breakwater, we furled the sails and dropped the anchor in the NW corner behind the bluff. That may have been when we opened the first bottle of wine, I really can't remember, but after a while,

6 Page 6 of 13 Final Approach finally approached the harbor. After they'd successfully anchored nearby, we got out the dock lines, put out the fenders, retrieved our anchor, and moved alongside. Their crew of three had suffered one injury and one case of seasickness, our crew had demonstrated their strong stomachs and self-preservation instinct by arriving healthy...if you don't count my bashed arm. Our 36-footer seems so small next to such a big boat with its towering mast. Grilled chicken, potatoes, and salad was the menu. The chicken and salad were very tasty, but the potatoes were left on the grill for more cooking time. Maybe this is when we opened the first bottle of wine, I really can't remember, but there was music and frivolity in Kia Orana's cabin until Hugh fell asleep at the nav station. That's when we decided to turn in. Bang! Bang! Bang! I awoke from a sound sleep and stuck my head out the hatch to see Sam banging on our cabin, saying, "Dudley, look at my boat!" It took a moment, but once I got my bearings I could see 30 tons of racing sailboat leaning toward us at about a 15 degree angle, our mast rigs only inches apart. Final Approach's 10-foot keel was not happy being in 7 feet of water. We decided moving off and dropping our own hook was the prudent move. Despite being 4AM, Hugh popped out of bed and helped me get Kia Orana safely anchored about 100 feet away from Final Approach. We were soon all back asleep. Morning brought more gloomy fog and cold wind. Over coffee and hash browns made from last night's still-uncooked potatoes, we discussed our plan to sail out for some whale watching. Nobody was too thrilled with the idea of freezing, so we called the harbor master and got a slip, as had Final Approach. The docks were buzzing with activity as the fishing fleet sold its catch of Halibut and crab to the tourists. One boat advertised its catch of live rattlesnake, but we didn't bite. Nicki and Teresa wandered off while Hugh and I marveled at the enormity of some of the boats along the dock. Before long, Sam appeared looking for help flaking his main onto the boom. A simple task on Kia Orana, the process took the 3 of us halfan-hour on Final Approach, ending any big-boat lust Hugh may have had. Nicki wanted to see the Half Moon Bay Yacht Club, and once we all met up again, we walked over to check it out. A member greeted us at the door and, after saying we were from the Gold Country Yacht Club, we were welcomed inside where we found them in mad preparation for a big feast that evening. Beans simmered in a witch like cast iron pot stirred with a small oar. The galley chef, showing some body parts we really didn't want to see, prepared tri-tip and chicken. The smell of garlic wafted on the currents of warmth generated by the wood stove in

7 Page 7 of 13 the funky old clubhouse with a cast of characters to match. Hugh and Nicki left for a restaurant with their son and daughter-in-law who had driven up from Castroville while Teresa and I remained with Sam and Susan for a $12 dinner and sea stories at the yacht club. When satisfied, we walked back to the boat to lie down for a moment before going to party with Hugh and Nicki. An hour and a half later, we awoke with a jolt to a silent cabin. Having run out of energy, the Talman clan soon rejoined us for some chit-chat in the heated cabin before the junior generation left for home and we quickly fell asleep. Monday morning was just as gloomy, but the wind was somewhat diminished. After visiting the fuel dock, we threaded our way out the breakwater and past the channel markers warning of the nasty reef that at the right time of the year is known as Mavericks. With a slight wind on the nose, there was no chance of sailing. The engine pushed us along as we scanned the horizon in vain for whales. The swell off Half Moon Bay soon gave way to flatter seas. As Seal Rock came within sight, we began to feel the effects of the current flooding into The Bay. By Mile Rock, the current was adding 2 knots to our progress, pushing us past the South Tower at 10 knots. Passing under the Bay Bridge, we could see the crowd at the Giants ballpark next to the marina. We took a detour into McCovey cove to sample the ambiance during a Giants game when our son called from Grass Valley to say he had just seen us on TV. It's always nice to know big brother is watching. Safely back in port and the thawing process started, the GCYC cruise to HMBYC was declared a success, Kia Orana returning with one of their burgees to add to the collection at Scotts Flat Lake. Thanks to the crew.

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9 Page 9 of 13 Want to learn to sail? Or maybe Race? The Gold Country Yacht Club offers classes to its members for all ages and levels of skill. The only prerequisite is that you join the Gold Country Yacht Club! This season we will offer several opportunities to get you or your kids off the couch and into the wind: June 6-7 June June July th Annual Go For The Gold Regatta Adult Classes (Eves 6-8, all day on Saturday) Junior Sailing Program (days) Adult Classes (Eves 6-8, all day on Saturday) The Gold Country Yacht Club has certified instructors, Sunfish sailboats available for use to its students and members, memberships to US Sailing and reciprocal benefits with other yacht clubs. Cost is GCYC membership dues ($75 per family per year for new members), US Sailing membership ($50 individual, $75 family) and the cost of materials (about $50). Classes are limited and take place at Scotts Flat Lake at the GCYC Clubhouse. They include ground training as well as on-the water activities and water safety. For more information or if our schedule doesn t fit yours, please contact Don Hare at (916) or donhare@surewest.net or Tish Buti at (530) or tbuti@yahoo.com.

10 Page 10 of 13 Wondering how to escape the mayhem ashore? There s nothing like a good global holiday, party and sail to brighten the times. Start your summer right, sign up (or renew if you re a previous participant) for Summer Sailstice now for your chance to win and be part of the 2009 celebration. Escape - shove off for a Summer Sailstice sail, June 20/21 GCYC is signed up and the last time a couple of us actually won some very fun prizes! Hope to see you on the water on June 20/21! --Tish Buti & Ken Neely

Page 11 of 13 Friendship Club Day 2009 When: Saturday, June 27th 10:00 AM to about 3:00 PM Where: Scotts Flat Lake What it is: GCYC hosts the local Friendship Club for the day aboard our boats for a

11 Page 11 of 13 Friendship Club Day 2009 When: Saturday, June 27th 10:00 AM to about 3:00 PM Where: Scotts Flat Lake What it is: GCYC hosts the local Friendship Club for the day aboard our boats for a day of sailing and water water fun( swimming, water wars, etc.) We supply goodies from the National Women s Sailing Foundation and give the girls, skippers and all the crews a hot dog lunch feast! What we need of you: boats to accommodate about 18 girls plus chaperones (need about 6-8 boats). We also need a couple of folks to help with the BBQs. Your time and energy! Bring along your squirt guns, buckets and your GCYC spirit! For more information contact, Tish Buti at **************************************************************** Once again this year, I am a Team Co-Captain for the City of Grass Valley s Relay for Life Team, the City Slickers. It has been a particularly tough year to solicit donations and so I m reaching out where I can. Relay For Life of Nevada County Celebrates its 10th Aniversary! One in three people will be diagnosed with cancer during their lifetime. The American Cancer Society Relay For Life unites communities across the country each year to celebrate the lives of those who have battled cancer, remember loved ones lost, and fight back against a disease that takes too much. This year marks the beginning of our celebration of 25 years of Relay For Life. Won t you join us this year and be a part of Relay? Help us mark this milestone and celebrate the successes we ve achieved together during the last 25 years. Your involvement with the American Cancer Society Relay For Life is essential to supporting our mission to eliminate cancer as a major health issue. The American Cancer Society fights cancer on four fronts: research, education If you would consider making a donation to our team, please contact me or check out our website at: And then click on CITY SLICKERS team and my name. Thanks for your support. --Tish Buti, GCYC Secretary

12 Page 12 of 13 Treasurer Corner This week is the 28 th Annual GO FOR THE GOLD REGATTA. As treasurer, I just want to encourage all of the members to come out and participate in this major fund raiser for the club. All proceeds to go to benefit the club in many ways: 1. the Junior Sailing program 2. the Adult sailing training 3. the weekly racing season 4. keeping dues at a minimum 5. Friendship Day 6. Christmas party 7. National Club memberships 8. Club Liability Insurance This event gives us local recognition. Many businesses, local and in the Bay area look forward to helping us by sponsoring the Regatta in various ways. Please show our appreciation by visiting our sponsors and thanking them for their generous response. A to Z Hardware, Alta Sierra Country Club, B & C, Christopher's Deli, Foothill Mercantile, Grocery Outlet, Lucchesi, Marina Village Marina, Mountain Pastimes, Mountain Recreation, NC Self Storage, NC Winery, NID, Port of Subs, Raley's, Reibe's, Safeway, Sierra Moonshine, Sierra Starr Winery, SPD, Starbuck's, Subway, Svendsen's Boat Works, The Book Seller, Video Library, Weiss Brothers, West Marine, Wolf Creek Wilderness, US Sailing, Wild Bird's Unlimited, Cirino's, Sailynn Enterprises, White Glove Cleaning, PJ's, The Magickal Florist, Emery Cove Yacht Harbor, Walker's Office Supply, Best Friends Animal Clinic. Let s all be out there to support the club and the long tradition of Sailing!

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