S P R I N G H A S S P R U N G! April 18 2012- Volume 2 Issue 120 Inside this issue: Boatyard Business 2 DavMorris presented Single-handed sailing pointers/techniques, Hove To, and How to get Unstuck last night and it was just plain informative, and what every sailor Happy Hour 2 Open House 3 SF Bay Activities WS sponsored Opti boat 4 4 Cinco de Mayo 5 Youth Sailing 6 Cupdate 6 Sunday Skipper 7 Cruise Outs 7 Laser captain 8 Spectator Cruise on San Francisco Bay Sunday April 29th. Watch the Opening Day on the Bay activities in luxury and with HMBYC members Details on page four four Friday Night Happy Hour at the Club Come by and say HOWDY The Fun starts at 5pm Details on page two Cal 20 update 8 Pinewood Cub scouts 8 Fracebook 8 Opening Day 9 Committee Boat Help 10 Regatta Aid 11 Sailing lessons 12 Future WO & Hospitality Our Supporters 13 14 HMBYC Flag 15 What s Happening This Week?? Thursday April 26~Women Sailing 5:30-8pm, everyone welcome Friday April 27 5-7:30pm~Happy Hour :special food, drinks & friends,check page 2 Saturday & Sunday April 28 & 29 ~Adult Sailing Classes 8:30am-5:30pm note page 12 Sunday April 22~Opening Day on Half Moon Bay, details on page 4 Save These Dates Tuesday May 1~Sailing Committee Meeting 7-9om Thursday May 3~ Cupdate update, 7-10pm, America s Cup info, details,page 6 Saturday May 5 & 6~Commodore s Cup Tuesday May 8~HMBYC Board Meeting 6:30-9:30pm Saturday May 5~Cinco de Mayo Fiesta, see details 5 Friday May 11~Friday Night Dinner Cruise 5-9pm more details to follow Sunday May 13~Mothers Day Special surprise, details later Sunday May 20~General Meeting, 4:30-6:30pm, share information & potluck
Page 2 Boat Yard Business.please read! Boat yard space is available in the yard. Due to some shuffling of the fleet and,actually using the C-15 racks that were built a couple years ago, we have a couple of extra spaces for boats in the yard. Rental rates can be found at http://www.hmbyc.org/wpcontent/uploads/2009/11/boatyardrates.pdf. I would like to pass along a friendly reminder that we have several people behind on their rent for the boat yard. I will be starting the process of removing those people from the yard if the accounts are not brought up to date. The boat yard agreement states that rental fee in advance. We also have a boat yard policy working its way through all the proper channels. One thing the policy will state is one rental space= one watercraft. If you are doubling up please prepare to find a new home for one or the other. Another item is no other than the watercraft can be stored in the rental space. This has been brought up because of the eyesore it creates. Please be proactive so it is easier on all of us. Boat Yard Manager Dave Morris Thank you Dave She's Back...at Happy Hour Chef de Somer, that is! She will be preparing, for our pleasure, Rolled Chicken Breast with sun dried tomatoes, Smashed Sweet Potatoes (yummy) & Veggies. This tantalizing dish will only cost you $8 per plate & will be served on Friday the 27th from 5-7:30pm. Happy Hour beverages of $3 beer, $4 wine & $5 liquor will be served from 5-7pm. So, plant a tree on "Arbor Day," & then join us for fun & relaxation! Your P.C. Nat.
Page 3 What a fun Open House! Thank you to everyone who made the Open House on April 15th such a successful and fun day! I am thrilled to let you know that we signed up 24 new members-many of them young families. All the new members will be receiving their badges this week. You'll be able to identify the new members by a blue dot in the bottom right corner of their badge. Please reach out to these new members, show them around if they look lost and make them feel welcome!
Page 4 Women Sailing sponsored Opti boat Dove. The Women Sailing sponsored Optimist is ready to be delivered. Their hull and all it's parts are ready for painting and final assembly. I would be happy to present it to the group. We've left all the purchased parts in their bags, so it will be a bit like birthday party. Wrapping is up to you. Patrick Melley Head of the Sailing Program
Page 5 DINNER Saturday, May 5, 2012 5:00 PM Margaritas & Nacho Appetizers at the Bar 6:30 PM Cinco de Mayo Buffet Dinner Chicken tacos, pork tamales, vegetarian enchiladas Frijoles and rice Ice cream and cookies for dessert $15 per adult $10 for children 12 and under RSVP to Commodore@hmbyc.org
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PAGE 7 Hi Sunday Skippers I have attached a copy of the Sunday Skipper 2012 schedule. Please take a look and let me know as soon as possible if you foresee any conflicts so we can get them resolved sooner than later. The Sunday Skipper watch will also be posted in Tell Tales as a friendly reminder. With all the nice work being done on the Cal 20 fleet is should be another great year to be on the water. Thanks for making it possible for those less fortunate land lubbers to experience the joys of sailing. PLEASE RSVP to let me know that you have seen the schedule and that we can verify the contact information! Marcus Choy Check Out the Cruise Outs Schedule June 2/3 Petaluma-great strolling down town July 7/8 Encinal at Alameda/Jack London-come hit the outdoor pool! September 22/23 Angel Island-by boat or by ferry, BBQ on the beach Every weekend will include a boat open house with cocktails and hors d oeurves on Saturday afternoon We re looking for an event captain for each cruise out. Please contact Leann or Spencer at crusing@hmbyc.org if you want to coordinate one of them. Here s to a fun 2012 cruising season!
Page 8 New Laser Captain Getting the CAL 20 s ready Congratulations to John Sorfleet who got checked out on the Laser this last Sunday - yes the capsizes after the Opening Day Parade were intentional - all part of the test! Hope to see you out on the water more this summer John! Pinewood Derby success for Cub Scout Troop Please pass on Half Moon Bay's Cub Scout Pack 263's appreciation to the members of the Yacht Club for the use of the facility. The Pinewood Derby was a smashing success for our kids and their parents yesterday The venue that the club provided was fantastic, especially the nice weather you dialed in. The room, BBQ, deck and water front location made the event that much more special. We had 27 kids that raced their Pinewood Derby Cars and probably had 40+ additional family members in attendance throughout the day. It was a memorable event for our kids and I can't tell you how many positive comments I heard about the facility from the parents. I know you garnered some new members and potential Youth Sailing Camp participants as well. There should be an article written in this Wednesday's addition of the Half Moon Bay Review. Below are the results of the race and attached are some photos. Best regard, Chris Courtney Quick re-cap of the winners: Tiger Den: Cody Crandell Wolf Den: Eli Alfaro Bear Den: Ryan Hildebrand Webelos: Sasha Kulda Pack Overall: Sasha Kulda (Webelos now have the spirit stick again) Fastest Car: Sasha Kulda hhtps://www.facebookcom/ halfmoonbayyachtclub
page9 Thank you Nat & Mark for sharing Baroness Opening Day on the Bay was a wonderful success! King Neptune proclaimed the arrival of the Sailing Season
Page 10 CLOSE YOUR EYES TAKE A DEEP BREATH REPEAT AFTER ME: THERE S NO FUN LIKE RACE COMMITTEE THERE S NO FUN LIKE RACE COMMITTEE THERE S NO FUN LIKE RACE COMMITTEE really - it is fun!!! WE CAN ALWAYS USE A FEW MORE FUN LOVING FOLKS ON THE RACE COMMITTEE BOAT No special training or prior experience required. We ll even provide lunch and snacks. We have Saturday and Sunday shifts. Contact us and we ll be happy to answer all your questions.
Page 11 COMMODORE S CUP REGATTA MAY 5 & 6, 2012 CHEAT SHEET Psst this is a genuine cheat sheet. Careful use of this information may result in excellent scores for the upcoming regatta. Download the NOR and SI s from the HMBYC site, read the information carefully and signup for the Commodore s Cup Regatta - Cal 20 s, C-15 s and Lasers are all welcomed. Signup for 2 days of fun, sun, good company and because only you have a have the key to an outstanding performance.
Page 12 Learn to Sail April 28th & 29th $75 for this fun 2 day course Go online to find the application form Those who want to get checked out at the end of course can complete a test on the last day!
Page 13 Future Watch Officers & Hospitality Friday April 27 WO Happy Hour (5-11pm): Lee Sims & Bonnie Lemons Hospitality (5-9pm): Margrit & Denis Pichou Saturday April 28 WO (2-7pm): Natalie Sturm WO trainee(2-7pm): Margrit & Denis Pichou WO (7-11pm): Dan Bodmann WO trainee (7-11pm): Chet Chong Hospitality (5-9pm): Lucy Gilles WO(1-6pm):Lori & Dave Morris Sunday April 29 WO (2-7pm): Tom Gay & Yvonne Vanderbrugge WO trainee (2-7pm): Carliane Johnson Friday May 4 WO Happy Hour (5-11pm): Lee Sims & Bonnie Lemons Hospitality (5-9pm): Richard Hector Saturday May 5 WO (2-7pm): Natalie Sturm WO Trainee (2-7pm) Chris Siconolfi WO (7-11pm): Peggy Ruse WO (2-7pm): Natalie Sturm Sunday May 6 WO (2-7pm): Bill Klear & Mary Corcoran Friday May 11 WO Happy Hour (5-11pm): Mike Mann Hospitality (5-9pm): Charlie Rundle Saturday May 12 WO (2-7pm): Lori & Dave Morris WO (7-11pm): Marcus Choy & Beth Lee WO Trainee (2-7pm) Howard Weiss & Beccie Mendenhall Thank you all, Bernice Every Thursday 6-9pm: KNIT HAPPENS ~ A Coastside Fiber Artist Community of Knitters, Wavers, Crocheters, Spinners, & Stitchers. This group is open to anyone who likes fiber from beginners to experts to hacks! Contact: Leann Nassar at ibnassar@yahool.com. Meetings have moved to Peet s in Half Moon Bay Weekly & Monthly Events Continues... Every Third Thursday of the Month, 8:00pm~Dad s Night out Jim Stretch hosts Dad s Night Out, a chance for Dads to come together & celebrate fatherhood. Whether you are a new Dad looking to share your baby s first steps, or a veteran willing to share some wisdom, come on down.. & relax with the guys. We ll mingle about life, kids, work, sports or whatever. Contact: Jim Stretch at jc_stretch@yahoo.com. Every Fourth Thursday of the Month~ Women Sailing Group The HMBYC Women Sailing Group meets once a month on the fourth Thursday. In November, we meet at 6:30 on the Third Thursday because of Thanksgiving. We do not meet in December, but meet in January, February & March at 6:30 for sailing seminars. Women Sailing begins our meetings around 5:30 with only sailing! Afterward, the bar will be open and/or we go out to eat! Contact: Peggy Ruse at 650-465-2664 or pfruse@earthlink.net.
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PAGE 15 214 Princeton Avenue Princeton, CA 94019 (650)728-2120 www.hmbyc.org We are a Community of Friends Normal Clubhouse Hours: Friday, 6pm-11pm Saturday, 2pm-11pm Sunday, 2pm-7pm Office Hours: (Call) Office mail: office@hmbyc.org Office phone: 650.728.2120 Office fax: 650.728.1947 The information provided in this Newsletter is obtained from sources which the Editor believes to be reliable. However, the Editor has not independently verified or otherwise investigated all such information. Neither the Editor, nor any of their respective affiliates guarantees the accuracy or completeness of any such information. Commodore Ray Durazo commodore@hmbyc.org Vice Commodore Mike Mann vcommodore@hmbyc.org Rear Commodore John Connors rcommodore@hmbyc.org Directors Treasurer Terry Ramseyer Treasurer@hmbyc.org Secretary Laurie Dunston secretary@hmbyc.org Membership Lucy Gillies membership@hmbyc.org Facilities Doug Laughlin facilities@hmbyc.org Port Captain Natalie Sturm portcaptain@hmbyc.org Director-at-Large Terri Lahey directoratlarge@hmbyc.org Staff Members Bar Manager Kristi Durazo barmanager@hmbyc.org Events Co-Chair Denis & Margrit Pichou events@hmbyc.org Quartermaster Diedre O Connor qmaster@hmbyc.org Bookkeeper & Office Karen Tobin office@hmbyc.org PICYA Delegate Liz Allison picya@hmbyc.org Race Director Charlie Quest racing@hmbyc.org Sailing Chair Patrick Melley sailing@hmbyc.org Tell Tales Editor Laurie Dunston secretary@hmbyc.org Boatyard Manager Dave Morris boatyard@hmbyc.org Webmaster John Simons webmaster@hmbyc.org WO Scheduler Beatrice Marshall woscheduling@hmbyc.org Women Sailing Chair Peggy Ruse womensailmanager@hmbyc.org Cal20 Fleet Co-Chair Dave Morris & Dave Slater keelboats@hmbyc.org C15 Fleet Charlie Quest c15s@hmbyc.org Cruise Out Leann Nassar cruiseouts@hmbyc.org