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CMCS Chowder Chatter January, 2019 Page 2 CMCS Newsletter January 2019 3 Commodore s Update 3 Summerset Update 13 Boats & Gear - something for everybody depending what you looking for? 4 Racing Report 5 Cruising Report 2 6 Membership & Recruitment 7 Liberty Ashore 10 New Years Eve - Ft. Myers Beach - Salty Sam's 7 Ladies Bridge Club ON THE COVER Steve and Theresa Roake on "Ranger" their Nordhavn 35' Editor - Bob Friedel - Please direct any questions or inquires to rfriedel@comcast.net
CMCS Chowder Chatter January, 2019 Page 3 Commodore Bev Duff HAPPINESS IS NOT A MATTER OF EVENTS, IT DEPENDS ON THE TIDES OF THE MIND Alice Meynell Looking forward to the coming events to formally pass on the Helm of CMCS to Jason Pim as our Commodore for 2019. I have been gratified by the members who have stepped up to assume the various Committees, Officers & Directors positions. The CDC (Club Development Committee) has accomplished this task very well. Thank you, thank you many times over! This past year we have entered new waters and survived changes around us from all directions and moved forward! I have great respect and gratitude to the Board of CMCS this past year who steered a true course. We ve put many new tools in place that everyone can enjoy. Isn t it great to be able to register for races, events and activities of the club online, and also pay as needed with that tool. We are changing with the times. So many members lend their time and talents to helping us have the wonderful organization we all enjoy. The Roster of these good folks is part of the Yearbook and I hope when members get a chance to please thank them for all their efforts. At the COW (Change of Watch event) all members are welcome to attend (reservations please) to celebrate the incoming and outgoing leaders of CMCS. Awards and Recognitions will be given along with lots of food, fun and comradery. We once again have music and dancing by the Pit Bulls of the Blues led by Josh Roland. Really looking forward to a great evening! Several of us are cruising tween the holidays with many gathering at Salty Sam s Marina to welcome in 2019. This year we have a Commodore s Message membership meeting scheduled for the 15 th of January. Our own Eric Dow is speaking about the Canals of Britain. He and Dorothy enjoy a barge boat during the summer months. Reminder than we also have the Chili Cook-off on Sunday, 20 th of Jan. We are getting the heat on with lots of good cooks putting their best chili & talents on the line. As the Chowder Chatter is going to press, so is the 2019 Yearbook. Please check out your copy for all the 2019 events, races and cruises offered by CMCS. The Web Site will also have the schedule for the new years events. I salute all of you and thank you for a wonderful year as Commodore. Fair Winds & Calm Seas, Bev Duff Commodore s/v Chase the Clouds Vice Commodore of Summerset Report Vice Commodore of Summerset Allen Fiske This time of year here in beautiful Southwest Florida is when we give thanks to our Competitors and Sponsors for allowing us to make a sizeable profit that we can use to support Youth Sailing and Marine Education up and down our coastline. As I have previously outlined, we give our profits back to the communities where they came from in the same percentages. So far I have been able to present checks to the Ostego Bay Foundation ($1500), Naples Community Sailing ($500) and the Edison Sailing Center ($4000) for travel grants to their highest achieving, deserving students. 3
CMCS Chowder Chatter January, 2019 Page 4 4 Vice Commodore of Summerset Report A photo of the Edison Sailing Center presentations is included below. In January I will be going to the Punta Gorda Sailing Club to present three more checks, each for $300, to Learn to Sail, Charlotte Harbor Community Sailing and Charlotte Harbor Youth Sailing. In June the Edison Sailing Center will get another $4000 for 20 scholarships to their Summer Program. Allen Fiske CMCS VC of Summerset Rear Commodore-Racing s Report Rear Commodore Racing James Gallagher It s been a good year for the racing program. For example, this year we had 46 different boats compete at some point during the year. Consider that our largest single race attendance was Summerset with 27 boats, there is hope that we can one day get EVERYONE out to enjoy a fun day on the water. One of the missions was to coordinate our schedules with the six other area clubs - which we have done. We have even started some new events by running combined races - the latest - Fort Myers to Naples Offshore Race which was held on December 8 th. The eighteen boat fleet had a great start out in front of the Fort Myers pier and then finished down at the Naples pier. My boat CALUSA did our patented committee boat / competitor start. We anchor and do the official countdown, ensure that the boats cross the line properly, then we pull the anchor, pick up the start marker, and set sails! That only took three minutes and we were still in the heat of the fleet! But this move did nothing to help us win the race. The wind died about half way to Naples and we watched the boats that stayed close to shore sail away into the sunset. The line honors winner was a beautiful site there was a Swan 53 prancing around the start line and when the horn went the Swan was in Naples almost two hours in front of the bulk of the fleet. At least I know which boat I want to buy next!!!
DECEMBER 2017 www.cmcs-sail.org/ CMCS Chowder Chatter January, 2019 Page 5 It was great to see John Finnegan out in his new boat Castaways. It s been a long hiatus after dismasting 18 months ago. In the end our club members did really well. We had Joel Andrews on Macushla first in Spin A, Brock Johnson on Vixen first in Spin B, and Tom Horner on Eroica 2 nd in Non Spin (he only lost to that big Swan!). The cruising class was dominated: 1 st was John Churchill on Nurdle, 2 nd was Diane Fowler on Windy City, and 3 rd was John Finnegan on Castaways. Congratulations to all! I look forward to seeing all of the racers out in February to enjoy the Winter Series! Watch for a Notice of Race as we finalize the details. James Gallagher Rear Commodore Racing s/v Rear Commodore of Cruising Report Rear Commodore Cruising Theresa Roake We had a successful cruising year in 2018. Even with a couple of cancellations due to weather and water issues, 43 boats went on a CMCS official cruise this year and spent nearly 260 days out on the water! Thanks to everyone who helped make it happen and participated. We look forward to seeing even more boats out in 2018. New Year s Eve at Fort Myers Beach is one for the books. Next up is the Edison Parade of Light cruise to Legacy Marina in downtown Fort Myers. Bev and Bob Duff have graciously agreed to be your hosts again in 2019. Look for more information from Bev elsewhere in the newsletter and on our website. If you d like to join us by land, please do so. Legacy also has hotel rooms at a reasonable price if you d like to join us for the weekend and walk over to the parade celebrating Thomas Edison s birthday after the oyster et al. feast. Please remember that reservations for marina slips are made with the cruise leader. This is my last missive as your Rear Commodore of Cruising. It s been fun but it s time to pass along the burgee. Thank you to all the cruise leaders and boats who helped me along the way or just came out to have a good old CMCS time. Please join me in welcoming your new Cruising Commodore Roy Malkin and his lovely vessel Blown Away. Looking forward to new adventures! That s all for now. Hope to see you out on the water in 2019. "Merci pour le bon temps!" 5 Theresa Roake s/v Lionheart and m/v Ranger
CMCS Chowder Chatter January, 2019 Page 6 Membership and Recruitment Membership and Recruitment Chairperson Cathy Friedel Ahoy Mates, Membership has been busy processing our membership renewals, problem solving for some members who have had trouble online and processing new memberships. Lynne Eaton joined as a crew member this December. She has lived in Ft. Myers for 2 years and was introduced to our club by Diane Fowler. Lynne hails from Racine/Burlington, Wisconsin. She has 30 years boating experience including sailing on Lake Michigan. 2018 LBC Christmas Party On Tuesday December 4th the 2018 annual Ladies Bridge Club Christmas Party was held at Cathy Friedel s home. The festivities began at 7:00 pm with 21 members participating. As usual the ladies brought a wide variety of wines, snacks and desserts. Aside from the pleasure of 6 Victor and Marion Moretta joined with a full boat membership this December also. They have a 303 Pearson sailboat named Margarita. A big hearty welcome to Lynne, Victor and Marion. Thank you to all our members for wearing your name tags to the meetings and other functions. Remember attendance to our events and volunteering adds to what makes CMCS so special. Fair winds and following seas, Cathy Friedel Fleet Recruiter s/v Ambiance socializing, the pirate gift swap is always an entertaining and popular activity. The variety of gifts is always surprising and creative. Old friends and new acquaintances enjoyed the party and the camaraderie. The evening ended by 10:00 pm. The ladies drifted out with their new treasures and happy hearts to kick off this Christmas season. Cathy Friedel
CMCS Chowder Chatter January, 2019 Page 7 Ladies Bridge Club Ladies Bridge Club Chairpersons Rose Ann Hoffman and Rose Young LADIES BRIDGE CLUB Next Event 10am Wednesday, January 23, 2019 WHY KNOT with Rose Young TIKI HUT CC Yacht Club Marina (Turn left at tennis courts, proceed down to fenced gate. Someone will open gate for you). Marlinspike knot tying Step by step instructions of sailor's knots to create, adorn & show off. Tie a turks head knot for jewelry or to decorate a piling or mailbox. Bring thick rope if you want to dress up a piling. Written instructions, 1/8" braided line - $5.00 for materials Rose Ann Hoffman and Rose Young Co-Chairpersons, Ladies Bridge Club Liberty Ashore 2019 is about to break across the bow and we look back over the stern at all the 2018 e v e n t s C M C S hosted! Liberty Ashore Chairpersons At the Holiday Wendy Cook and Julie Long Party during the December Membership Meeting, nobody went home hungry! Loads of ham, turkey & gravy, and cranberry sauce were dished out, and members served themselves to appetizers, side dishes and desserts. Everything was yummy! Cape Coral Caring Center also benefited from our holiday cheer. CMCS members donated 91 pounds of food, 31 toys and $158 in cash/checks, which were collected, loaded up and delivered by Susan & John Reekie. The Liberty Ashore Team would also like to thank all of the elves in the workshop who made this event a success we couldn t have done it without you all! And now, on to 2019!! Our first event is the Chili Cook-Off on Sunday, January 20, 2019, at the Cape Coral Yacht Club BALLROOM (note location change!). The theme once again is Mardi Gras, and the good times will roll! Get your out your Chili recipes out and sign up for the competition. As usual, FABULOUS prizes will be awarded! Check the website or the flyer in this newsletter for more information. Laissez le bon temps rouler! 7 We wish you all a wonderful 2019!! And remember from your Liberty Ashore Gals: A ship in port is safe, but that s not what ships are built for. Love, Wendy and Julie Julie Long & Wendy Cook Click on image to open link to instructions Liberty Ashore Chairpersons m/v Calypso and s/v Gone with the Wind
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CMCS Chowder Chatter January, 2018 Page 10 CMCS NEW YEARS EVE PARTY CRUISE Salty Sam's Marina - Ft. Myers Beach December 28, 2018 - January 1, 2019 10 We are pleased to announce that the CMCS New Year s Cruise will be at Salty Sam s Marina at Fort Myers Beach from Friday, December 28th to Tuesday, January 1st. Rate is $2 per foot or $1.50 if you are a Boat U.S. member All floating docks 2 Restaurants on site Dinghy or water taxi to beach and shops Fort Myers Beach has the best New Year s fireworks: You can take the Pirate Ship or Sightseeing boat out to see them or just have a great view from The Shrimp Dock restaurant. Lots more to see and do If you are interested, please fill out the reservation form (http://www.cmcs-sail.org/wp -content/uploads/2018/10/transient-form-salty-sams.pdf)and send to Salty Sam s at shipstorestaff@saltysams.com Attn: Harbormaster Casey and Joyce at Ship Store a n d c o p y m e a t t r o a k e @ c o m c a s t. n e t. Please contact Salty Sam's to see if there is still room. It is not necessary to stay all four days. Boats will be coming and going. If emailing completed form, leave credit card area blank, A few minutes after emailing, please telephone Salty Sam's with credit card information. It s a very busy time of year for all our marinas. Salty Sam s has a very generous cancellation policy of 48 hours if you need to cancel at a later date, so if you think you re interested sign on up. Cruise Leader Wanted!
CMCS Chowder Chatter November, 2018 Page 11 The Officers and Directors of CALOOSAHATCHEE MARCHING AND CHOWDER SOCIETY Cordially invite all members of the organization and their guests to The Change of Watch and Awards Dinner Saturday, January 5 th at 6:00 p.m. at The Marina at Edison-Ford 2360 West First Street Fort Myers, Florida This is a semi formal evening to celebrate, and congratulate the Leaders of CMCS ~ please come join us! The cost of dinner is $30.00 per person with a cash bar available Music provided by "Pitbull of the Blues" Please RSVP with payment to: 11 Bev Duff 3705 McKinley Fort Myers, FL 33904 no later than December 31, 2018 Make checks payable to CMCS or PayPal will be available as well Number in your party Attending Dinner @ $30.00 per person X = $ Attendees names
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CMCS Chowder Chatter January, 2019 Page 13 C.M.C.S. CHANDLERY Buy, sell, trade Members, to advertise your boating-related items free in the CMCS Chandlery, e-mail Bob Friedel, Chowder Chatter Editor at rfriedel@comcast.net or use your roster for telephone information. Your ad will be listed for 3 months unless you notify me to take your listing out sooner. Non-members are welcome to advertise their items at a price of $30.00 for 3 months. Business cards or business related listings sent in digital format only : Members: 3 months, $25.00 Non-members: 3 months, $50.00 Send a check made out to C.M.C.S. to : Chowder Chatter Editor, P.O Box 101268, Cape Coral, FL 33910 Forespar 10-18, 2 x 2.5 Line Control Whisker with external trip piston ends (both ends). Excellent Condition. Light Weight. Very easy to use. Can be quickly extended/ retracted while standing safely at the mast. Original List price was about $1,150. $450 OBO Steve Roake (630)816-1496 Jockey seat for Dinghy Free to a good home! Contact Dora at : 13 JANUARY 2019 dorafserpa@outlook.com www.cmcs-sail.org/ Pole Help Wanted Chairperson for Club House Programs and Co-Chair for Liberty Ashore: Liberty Ashore we have a newer member interested, but we would love to get another member to co-chair the committee. The CMCS Liberty Ashore Chairperson s job is to assemble a Committee(s) and coordinate six CMCS social events during the year. The social events include mostly potluck dinners, but also include full meals provided by Liberty Ashore. Full description (http://www.cmcs-sail.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/170109liberty-ashore-job-desc.pdf ) Club House Programs The purpose of this committee is to secure program speakers to enhance the meetings for topics of interest to the general membership. This should be coordinated with the Commodore and the agenda format so that proper portion of time is allotted for an outside speaker to make the best use of their subject and time. Full description (http://www.cmcs-sail.org/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/2014-10-13 -Club-House-Programs.pdf ) Please reach out to Jim Slager at jim@jimslager.com if interested or if you have further questions. Thanks!
CMCS Chowder Chatter January, 2019 Page 14 53 rd Annual Summerset Regatta Summerset 2018 Summerset 2018 GOLD GOLD PLUS PLUS Sponsors Sponsors
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