The Chowder Chatter The Official Newsletter of The Caloosahatchee Marching and Chowder Society Cape Coral / Fort Myers, Florida www.cmcs-sail.org Next Full Moon: Sept. 27 Oct. 27 P.O. Box 101268, Cape Coral, Fl. 33910 October 2015 Commodore s Message Commodore Allen Fiske Greetings. Welcome back all of you who are fortunate enough to be able to travel to cooler parts of the world during the Southwest Florida summer months. You are just in time for the muchanticipated 50 th Summerset Regatta. It is staring us right in the face. October 9-11 will bring upwards of 70 boats from up and down the coast for three days of racing and shenanigans, all benefiting Youth Sailing. It will be the culmination of the work of a dedicated committee, headed up by Steve Romaine, our Vice Commodore of Summerset. Over the last seven years or so, Steve has built a tremendous network of sponsors. He has been able to get the whole community involved as a result of an awesome effort. It is easy to see how this got started fifty years ago. Up North, where most of us come from, by the time October hits, the boats are hauled for the winter, the bathing suits are put away, and the jackets come out. Here in Southwest Florida it means that we finally get a break from the Summer heat, rain and thunderstorms. The temperatures go from the lower 90's to the lower 80's and the humidity level diminishes. We get to brace ourselves for about six months of gorgeous Sailing Weather. It is a rough life, but someone has to live it. When you head out into the Gulf, whether it be from under the Sanibel Causeway from Cape Coral or around Bowditch Point in Ft Myers Beach, the most obvious way to head is Southeast toward Naples. That's what they did fifty years ago and whenever you have more than one boat going in the same direction, you end up with a race. Over the years, it has evolved from longer distance races to Naples and Marco Island to the present set of buoy races with a longer Cruisers Race thrown in for good measure. We truly hope that all participants, whether they come form Naples, Marco Island, Punta Gorda, Englewood, Tampa or wherever, enjoy our hospitality and return home with a feeling that their trip to Ft Myers Beach was a truly great investment of their time. See you there! Allen Fiske, 2015 Commodore S/V Minimum Balance P.S. Just wanted to advise everyone that at our last Board Meeting It was proposed and voted on that we would not have a Commodore's Dinner. We decided to combine it with the Christmas Party. We have not finalized all the details yet. More to follow next month! Allen 2015 CMCS Officers Commodore: Allen Fiske Vice Commodore: Don Lawson Vice Commodore Summerset: Steve Romaine Rear Commodore Cruising: Kim Brown Rear Commodore Racing: John Churchill Fleet Yeoman Bev Duff Fleet Purser Bill Cook Past Commodore Diane Fowler Chowder Chatter Editor Steve Roake
CMCS Chowder Chatter October, 2015 Page 2 Rear Commodore of Cruising s Report Rear Commodore-Cruising Kim Brown. TGIO Thank god it is October. Besides summerset, we will also get relief from a hot wet summer. Our friends who spent the summer up north should be filtering back and we can start anchoring out under the stars. This is not to say we haven t been having a good timejust that the Marina bills have been adding up. Over Labor Day the fleet went up scale to Naples. Fancy digs, great rate, nice pool, margaritas with locally grown organic limes. A full report elsewhere. That was quickly followed by the Kayusa Cup to South Seas. The weather was hot, the drinks cold, and the triathletes made us all look bad (except John Churchill who actually competed). Not sure if the presence of all the athletically inclined created resolve or resignation among the aging cruisers. I know which way I am leaning.. Thanks to George and Pixie for keeping track of it all. Upcoming: Summerset- Oct 9-11. Cruisers count! Sign up and participate. Even if you can t/won t race we do know how to celebrate. We can party at the skippers meeting (Steve hands out goodies to the Cruisers that night). Our vast experience will play well at the cocktail party Saturday. It is 5 o clock somewhere. AND we can do sit down inside food if we have to. Not one cruiser got kicked out of the restaurants in Naples. Chicken or Fish- how hard can it be. Trust Me!!! will be looking for a ball in the mooring field or just do it by land if they are full. Remember it is also Pirate weekend on the Beach so get you aaaargh! on. Halloween- Oct 31-Nov 1. It was lightly attended last year and I got no one to raise their hand this year to lead it. There seems to be a general lack of interest. Therefore we are just going to scratch this. As a consolation I would note that Trust Me!!! intends to head up river to the Franklin Locks- Senior Pass in hand to check out the revamped docks. No official cruise, no games, no schedule but if you happen to be there (by boat or land yacht), we ll share the grill.. Rear Commodore of Cruising s Report Rum and Reading- November 13-15. York Island off St James is the destination for this relaxed weekend cruise. Remember if the wind is wrong for anchoring off York Island then it will be right for Sanibel bight. Just look for the sailboats. Steve Roake has put together a description of these anchorages elsewhere for newbies. Trust Me!!! may be running late but we will get there Friday for the sipping rum contest. I have a bottle of last year s winner and it will to take on all contenders. This is about quality not quantity. Smoooooth matters. After educating ourselves Friday evening, we will head in Saturday to Bob Macomber s book bash at Woody s up the Monroe Canal. Just follow the stream of dinghies. There is a new book this year. Please support literacy. Fair winds, Rear Commodore Cruising Kim Brown s/v TrustMe!!! South Seas Cruise Recap The South Seas cruise was lots of fun. The first night we had a little history about the USS Constitution and snacks and some rum, along with lots of laughs. Followed by a light show with sound effects from Mother Nature as we all slept. We even found a leak in the boat with the downpour. The next day brought nice weather and everyone seemed to love the pool. Kids from the Triathlon entertained everyone with their energy and games for quite a while. The racers came along as cruisers watched from the pool. I believe there were 6 boats. Another afternoon get together with the added racers made for more fun & laughter. The resort was just fabulous with the pools, beaches and CMCS members. We left Sunday morning to head home but Ambiance, Air Supply, Vixen, Air Boss and Lionheart were having such a good time they stayed another night! George & Pixie Noyes
CMCS Chowder Chatter October, 2015 Page 3 Rear Commodore of Racing s Report Rear Commodore Racing John Churchill Upcoming Racing Events September saw the resumption of our racing activities with an exciting Kayusa Cup Race from Ft Myers Beach to Redfish Pass. A big thanks to Eric Milbrandt and crew for getting us all off to a great start and to Bill and Mary Misenheimer aboard Barefeet greeting us at the finish line. The weather was a little unsettled with a reefed mains and a gusty thunderstorm looming before the start, but then the rainbow came out, winds moderated and it was a full sail day. After a short upwind jog to "SC", the fleet turned the corner for an all day reach. The spinnaker class was able to set chutes once Knapp's Point was cleared. All the boats that started were able to complete the race. Our scorer, Tony Solgard, was able to get results out on race day evening. The Multihulls had two boats with Eric Soronen's TRIUMPH coming in ahead of Art Monahan's Kraken. Spinnaker class had 2 boats, with Brock Johnson's Vixen coming out of semi-retirement to beat up poor NURDLE, who took her usual last in class. Non spinnaker had only one competitor, Miss Cathleen with John Finnegan at the helm who sailed a great race, at one point nearly catching up to one of the laggards in spin class. True Cruising also had a single racer, Bentley with Tom Horner aboard who was last to finish but corrected to best time overall. Our next race event is a big one, the 50th Annual Summerset Regatta. Registration/entry forms have already been sent out and are also available online. http://www.summersetregatta.com/ Just another reminder for everyone to get their PHRF certificates up to date as they expired in July. Rear Commodore-Racing John Churchill s/v Nurdle October 9-11 50th Annual Summerset Regatta November 7th Festival of the Islands Regatta December 5th Commodore s Cup Regatta US SAILING Regional News Summer programs are neatly tucked away for yet another summer and we sincerely hope that 2015 was a great summer for everyone! Sailing programs, the youth racing season, and fresh, eager sailors are ready to take the helm with your instruction & guidance. Saturday, October 3: US Sailing Regional Symposium hosted by USSCMC, Martin County, at Jensen Beach. Check the US Sailing website to register. Let us know if you have any topics you'd like to see included on the day's agenda. Our thanks to Alan at USSCMC for hosting the event. Bring someone with you! www.ussailing.org/events STEM through Sailing :Have you added the Marine Debris tracking app to your smart phones/tablets yet? Check the Reach website for how to access it. There's also the beginnings of a new module: Microscopic Mysteries... And...a Student Logbook & Portfolio that will accompany the Reach program is in the pipeline. Watch for this new product's release... We'd love to have your ideas on what topics/concepts should be included in the Reach Educator Guide. Please send ideas to Jessica Servis {jessicaservis@ussailing.org} http://reach.ussailing.org As regatta season revs up, it's a good time to check your volunteers and instructors for their safe powerboat handling skills. Need to schedule a Powerboat Instructor course or a Race Management, Safety & Support training? Contact me for more information. swebb.ptc@gmail.com or (239) 454-5114. Watchforannouncement of "Spring Training" for US Sailing Level 1,2, & 3 Instructor Training and US Powerboat Instructor Training opportunities. Check their websites for the most current training opportunities. www.ussailing.org and www.uspowerboating.com Click on EDUCATION. Be sure to send your regatta dates to Jabbo Gordon (anavssbn619@gmail.com) Congratulations to Stacey Uptain Smith for her inaugural summer sailing program in Clermont, FL, and please join all of us in congratulating CMCS (Caloosahatchee Marching & Chowder Society) on their GOLDEN Anniversary year of hosting Summerset Regatta - this event benefits youth sailing in our region. Ask me for more information or check their website www.cmcs-sail.org Let's get kids in boats! Stephanie Webb Edison Sailing Center/US Sailing Project Reach National Faculty and US Powerboat Training Coordinator RPSC1983@aol.com (239) 454-5114
CMCS Chowder Chatter October, 2015 Page 4 Vice Commodore Summerset s Report SAIL THE TRADITION THE 50 TH SUMMERSET REGATTA October 9 th 11 th,2015 VC-Summerset Report Continued Only Summerset was represented at the 2015 Heineken Regatta! 5 DECADES OF SAILING ADVENTURES 0 H THE MEMORIES! T HE 50 TH WILL HAVE THE BEST PARTIES YET H UGE SAILING AND SOCIAL EVENT SIZEABLE RACING FLEET UNYIELDING COMMUNITY & SAILORS SUPPORT FOR YOUTH SAILING MORE FREE BEER THAN YOU CAN DRINK MANY CREW MEMBERS AT THE SKIPPERS MEETING EXCELLENT DOCKAGE AT FORT MYERS BEACH RECORD NUMBER OF SPONSORS AND RAFFLE ITEMS SURE THE RUMETTES WILL BE PRESENT EXCITING TROPHIES....FOR THE DISTANCE RACE TOO! T-SHIRTS GALORE! READ ABOUT IT IN THE PAPER, AND WATCH US ON TV EDISON SAILING CENTER THE LOCAL BENEFICIARY GREAT DOOR PRIZES FOR EVERY BOAT ABUNDANT HORS D OEUVRES AT THE COCKTAIL PARTY THE FORT GORDA CUP WILL BE AWARDED AT THE BANQUET DINNER THE DIAMOND HEAD AWARDS DINNER WILL BE SPECIAL ARE YOU KIDDING?? SHRIMP, MEATBALLS AND SKEWERS AT THE COCKTAIL PARTY BY COME HEAR MUSIC BY ERIC STONE MANY VISITING YACHTSMEN CRUISER COASTAL RACE TOO! SUMMERSETREGATTA.COM Congratulations to the winners of Summerset door prizes for correct answers to the Trivia Questions at our last monthly meeting, Kickoff to Summerset : Thank you to Carol Pim for gathering the many past regatta T-shirts. Thanks also to Suzanne Aguilera for the fabulous cake! Thank you all for wearing your Summerset shirts it looked great! Don t forget to wear your collared Summerset Shirt or 2015 T-shirt Regatta Weekend. If your boat is docked at Fort Myers Beach, please dress ship Friday, Saturday and Sunday, October 9th, 10th and 11th. Here s some important information: Racing Questions Contact: Dan Merriman: 239-849-0301 Sailordan07@comcast.net General Questions Contact: Steve Romaine: 239-482-6280 SGRomaine294@gmail.com Entries Contact: Jerry Canning: 775-846-4600 GWCanning@comcast.net Entry deadline: 1700 hours Wednesday, October 7, 2014 Detailed information about the Regatta can be found on our websites: www.cmcs-sail.org www.summersetregatta.com Simpson Bay, St Marten, 2015 Heineken Regatta Art Gross, Dan, Debbie Merriman, Ned, Janette Christensen, Dan s sister Deb Harshbarger Steve Romaine, Vice Commodore-Summerset s/v Air Supply Ladies Bridge Club Ladies Bridge Club Rose Young & Rose Ann Hoffman LADIES BRIDGE CLUB will hold a 3-part series of programs to bring our group together in creative learning at the Ft Myers Regional Library: 2450 First Street, Ft Myers, Florida 33901. You may join us for 1 or all of the free programs taught be CMCS member, Rose Young and library staff member Linda Kroeger. All materials provided. Please Park in the lot behind the library: enter on 2 nd St. and Lee St. The 1 st building you come to from parking lot is the annex building / meeting rooms. All 3 programs are held there, 9:30-1pm. SPIRIT MASK: Oct 6 YOU MUST REGISTER for free classes: call Rose at 239 540-5836 LADIES BRIDGE CLUB is also making table decorations for Summerset Regatta dinner. Call Rose Young: 239 540-5836 to help. Roseann Hoffman and Rose Young
CMCS Chowder Chatter October, 2015 Page 5 Where The Wind Blows Recap The boats filtered south to Naples on Friday. The first judgement call get to the pool early or start later and get a little sea breeze. The ambitious set gennys to help the iron gennys. Most took the breeze at face value and didn t bother. Docking held less drama than usual as most arrived while the current was fairly slack. Eight boats made it for happy hour plus poolside: TrustMe!!!, Lionheart, Lazy Susan, Chase the Clouds, I Sheet You Knot II, Ambiance, Miller Time and Wind Dancer. AC issues then moved to the top of the worry list. Wind Dancer was actually forced to sleep au natural until a control board issue was sorted out on Saturday. As usual, the assembled offered sage advice that, while heartfelt, was totally wrong. The deep philosophical question was- if you find a fish in your AC filter, do you want it to be dead or alive? After gorging on appetizers, the crowd dispersed to dine as they wished. On Saturday, we started with a pilgrimage to the Cove Inn Coffee Shoppe for breakfast. Others followed over the course of the weekend. Many marveled that a place could actually be Cash Only in this day in age and some were caught short. It all worked out and no one had to do dishes. Those that couldn t get away on Friday finally caught up Barefeet, Jazzy and ProReNata. The crowd was testing the bathing capacity of the pool by 2P and Mr. Machine Roake was summoned. Where The Wind Blows Recap We took over the chickee bar and began producing frozen concoctions according to Mel Rudd s secret recipe. The problem was the drinks made your skin wrinkle up so after at least several you had to get out of the pool. The grill was fired up and a tasty potluck took place in the AC clubhouse. It was civilized. All were able to retire to air conditioned comfort. Sunday was a repeat wander Naples; hit the pool; breakout the machine ; eat the snackies you didn t eat Friday and Saturday and retire to your boat. Note that until Monday there was not a single drop of serious rain that befell this charmed group. The trip home was different. It taught one of those valuable life lessons- sometimes the rain comes after the rainbow. TrustMe!!! got off early with Barefeet. A beautiful rainbow greeted us as we exited Gordon Pass. The rain then moved onshore and we got soaked. Nothing ugly just very real. Having done this run on Labor day many times from Summersets past, I actually thought the rain worked better than 95, cloudless, windless. The real benefit came when going up river. Here it was a holiday weekend and there was nary a Hurricane deck boat to be seen. Thanks to the Naples Boat Club, Steve the Machine Roake and all our spouses (just because). Fair winds, Rear Commodore Cruising Kim Brown s/v TrustMe!!! Thanksgiving Cruise November 25 - November 29 Cruise Leaders: Glen & Paula Vetter This is a traditional cruise event for CMCS. For the last few years it has headed North to Pelican Bay with boats starting to arrive Wednesday evening in time for happy hour on the host boat. Arrangements will be made for a traditional Thanksgiving Dinner at Cabbage Key (can t cook it as good or at the price $ offered). More information to come, like prices and how to make a reservation. There s plenty to do here with exploring in your dingy, access to Cayo Costa beach, and of course our tradition of happy hours on a boat, beach, and/or manatee hole. We also plan to push a little more technology stuff on you by sending out an email blast with a very simple electronic RSVP. Details will be coming in a future email blast and in the November Chowder Chatter. For right now, just mark this cruise on your calendar, and watch for more details. Glen & Paula Vetter s/v Freestyle
CMCS Chowder Chatter October, 2015 Page 6 CMCS Election Process Don Lawson CMCS Vice Commodore Club Development Committee It s that time of the year when we start preparing to turn over leadership of CMCS to a new team. The process has actually been going on all year long by the Club Development Committee (CDC). Our process also includes seeking nominations from the general membership. If you have been thinking about getting involved or you know someone who would be a great addition to the leadership team now is the time to act. A nomination form is being published in this issue of Chowder Chatter. Any member of CMCS in good standing is eligible to serve as long as there is no conflict of interest. If you are nominating someone we do ask that you also have that person sign and date the form. We want to make sure people do want to serve. Directors are elected to serve for two years; Flag Officers, one year. These are the positions: Commodore Vice Commodore Vice Commodore, Summerset Rear Commodore, Cruising Rear Commodore, Racing Fleet Yeoman Nominations should be submitted no later than November 1. The Club Development Committee has been working to develop a new team throughout the year. The CDC will present its slate of officers and Directors at the November meeting of the Board of Directors. If there are individuals nominated in addition to the CDC recommended candidate voting will be done by paper ballot. If there are no contested positions voting will be done by majority vote with a show of hands. Nominations may also be done from the floor at the December meeting before the vote takes place. Each membership has one vote. A Credentials Committee of two CMCS members will be appointed to conduct the elections. CMCS NOMINATION FORM FOR FLAG OFFICER OR BOARD MEMBER I nominate for the position of for the year 2016. Nominated by: Name and signature Candidates signature: Mail to Don Lawson, 1411 SW 53 rd Lane Cape Coral FL 33914 Email to : donandjoan@mindspring.com Phone: 239-542-5918 Form MUST be received by November 1, 2015.
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CMCS Chowder Chatter October, 2015 Page 9 ENTRY FORM 50th Annual Summerset Regatta October 9th, 10th & 11th, 2015 Yacht Name: Club: U.S. Sailing # Exp. Owner of Record: Cell Phone: Address: City: State: Zip: Boat Make/Length: Skipper: Draft: E-mail: During the Regatta the boat will be docked at: WFPHRF Rating: Buoy: RLC: Sail # (mandatory) Class entered (check one) Saturday and Sunday: PHRF Spinnaker One Design PHRF Multi-Hull PHRF Non-Spinnaker PHRF True Cruising Sunday only Cruiser Distance Race RELEASE OF LIABILITY Ihavereadandunderstand,andherebyagreetobeboundby USSARacingRulesofSailing2013-2016 andbyallotherrulesthatgovern this Regatta. I hereby warrant that my yacht will be outfitted, equipped and handled in accordance with these rules, that she will have all required equipment aboard, that she will be seaworthy in hull, rig, and gear, and she will be competently manned. I do, for myself, my executors, personal representatives, administrators, heirs and assigns waive any and all claims that may accrue to me or them against the Caloosahatchee Marching and Chowder Society, its Race Committee, Officers, Directors, members, employees, volunteers and sponsors, and any one or more of them arising out of the participation of my yacht in these races, or arising from any activities related to this Regatta. I further understand that misconduct of the crew of my yacht during this Regatta shall be grounds for disqualification of the yacht under my command from the race. Skipper s signature Date Race Entry Fee-$80.00 ($72.00 with proof of USSA Membership) $ Cruiser (Includes Sundays Cruisers Race) - $50.00 per boat $ White cotton T-Shirt (one free per entry): Specify Size Sat. October 10th: Cocktail Party featuring music by Eric Stone 2 free tickets per registration; additional tickets at $5.00 ea. $ Sun. Oct.11th: Awards Banquet: No. Attending x $25.00/ person $ Specify number of dinner selections: Chicken: Fish: Additional T-Shirts: White - 100% cotton, S-XL, $15.00 each XXL, $17.00 each Mark sizes for T-Shirts S M L XL XXL $ Long Sleeve 50/50 Tee Shirts, S-XL, $22.00 ea. XXL, $24.00 ea. Mark sizes for Long Sleeve Shirts - S M L XL XXL $ 50th Commemorative caps, $20 each: Navy: White $ Make checks payable to: CMCS Grand Total $ All reservations and checks will stand non-refundable Deadline: 1700 hrs, Wednesday, October 7th, 2015 No entries or dinner reservations will be accepted at the Skippers Meeting Mail signed entry, check and copy of WFPHRF certificate to: JERRY CANNING, 4908 SW 11th Place, Cape Coral, FL 33914 phone: 775-846-4600 E-mail: gwcanning@comcast.net
CMCS Chowder Chatter October, 2015 Page 10 C.M.C.S. CHANDLERY Buy, sell, trade Members, to advertise your boating-related items free in the CMCS Chandlery, e-mail Steve Roake, Chowder Chatter Editor at steve@theroakes.com 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 FOR SALE Fortress FX 16 anchor Like new condition, very little use $170 Contact: Michael Cain s/v Zydeco FOR SALE 30 lb Danforth anchor $80; 22 lb and 20 lb for $50 each. Rail mounted Grill $50 Gas canister with connecting hose $15 Spot Free Water Softener 1000 and filter system for boats, Rv's or home, retails for $489, sell for $200 Spot Free Water Softener for your Boat look for the 1000 model Steve Landis 466-9292 FOR SALE 10' Achilles Hypalon Inflatable dinghy Is it time to renew your Boat US Membership? Remember to use the CMCS Group ID #GA82335Bonyourapplication, and save half the price of your annual membership fee Plywood floor (one floor panel ready for replacement), Deep-V, Can plane with a 6 hp OB (not included), Well cared for over it's life by the Governor of Danger Island. Stored in a garage for most of its life $250 OBO Contact Glen at 239-207-7457
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CMCS Chowder Chatter Editor P.O.Box 101268 Cape Coral, FL. 33910 CMCS SCHEDULE OF EVENTS October November, 2015 October 6 October 9-11 October 13 October 20 October 23 November 7 November 10 November 13-15 November 17 November 23 November25-29 December 5 Ladies Bridge Club Summerset Regatta CMCS Board of Directors Meeting CMCS General Membership Meeting Chowder Chatter Deadline Festival of the Islands Regatta CMCS Board of Directors Meeting Macomber Rum and Reading Cruise CMCS General Membership Meeting Chowder Chatter Deadline Thanksgiving Cruise Commodore s Cup Regatta