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: January 24 P.O. Box 101268, Cape Coral, Fl. 33910 January 2016 Commodore s Message Wow! That had to have been the fastest year in my life! I guess what they say is true. The older you get, the faster the time goes. It seems like we just had the Change of Watch Dinner and now, we have it planned again. This has been a very interesting year for me. Being relatively new to the club, I was faced with the usual feeling of being an outsider. My plan was to get involved in the running of the club and thereby get Commodore to know the key people from the inside Allen Fiske out. It worked and I encourage any of you to try the same thing. Once you gain the confidence of the key people, you can relax and really start enjoying all that our great club has to offer. My biggest regret is that I was not able to take part in more of our on-water activities. There is truly a smörgåsbord of activities ranging from helping with the Summerset Regatta, helping with the River Romp Regatta, Racing to Key West or spending a relaxing Thanksgiving in Cabbage Key. This club has something for every kind of Sailor and this Sailor will make a better effort in 2016 to take a more active part on the water. We had quite a few accomplishments in 2015. DeDee Cheek took on the task of assembling and updating the Job Descriptions for Officers, Directors and Committee Heads. This is super important because it allows anyone who is interested in getting more involved in the running of the club to see what they would be getting themselves into. She did a fantastic job and the result can be found on our website, when you log in as a member, under Hints and Tips for Event Coordinators. Thanks DeDee. Rodger Pfeiffenberger motivated us to form the Club Development Committee to try to help us get a better handle on recruiting and grooming members to take on responsibility within the club. It sure can't hurt to be looking and thinking ahead. Thanks Rodger. Stephanie Webb and Bev Duff took on another daunting task, that of bringing our Club Bylaws up to date. Getting the whole Board of Directors involved in looking at the wording and meaning of each line was very tedious and took much time, but the end result is a very comprehensive set of guidelines. Thank you Stephanie and Bev. Along the line we were able to congratulate our Senior Honorary Member Steve Colgate on both his induction into the National Sailing Hall of Fame and running his Offshore Sailing School for 50 years. In addition one of the young sailors the club has sponsored through the Edison Sailing Center, Jack Gower, was very successful racing in the Laser Fleet on the National Level, finishing in the top 10% of three major regattas. As a result, he has been invited to attend Olympic Development Clinics. Go Jack! The last big thing we accomplished was hosting the 50 th Annual Summerset Regatta. Most of the credit goes to Steve Romaine, who almost single-handedly assembled a list of over one hundred sponsors, and seventy participating yachts, generating over $20,000.00 that we will be able to dole out to Youth Sailing Programs up and down the West Coast. But he could not make it happen alone. He has had a dedicated committee, spearheaded by people like Suzanne Aguilara, Kathleen Vance, Carol Pim and of course Cindy Carlino who have been with him for five or more years. It was truly a fantastic accomplishment accentuated by an Awards Dinner at the Diamond Head Resort attended by over one hundred seventy-five people. Steve, we just can't thank you enough! What a year! All in all, it has been a very interesting experience. How could I go wrong hanging out with a bunch of people who Love Sailing as much as I do? The only thing left on my 2015 club calendar is the Change of Watch Dinner on Jan 9. It makes for a Super Special Occasion when you bring together the group of members who care enough to really get involved and help make things happen. I an eager to see if they like the Blues Band that I picked out! Allen Fiske S/V Minimum Balance CMCS Commodore 2015 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 January, 2016 Page 2 Rear Commodore of Cruising s Report Rear Commodore- Cruising Kim Brown Thanks to everyone who raised their hand and volunteered this past year. The many hands made light work. From Rose Ann and Paul making EPOL happen at the start to Carolyn and Dan ringing in the New Year, I have been blessed with a fleet of cruise leaders and volunteers. In the course of the year we had 72 different boats take part in one or more of the club s 15 official cruises. Individual boat participation ranged from 1 to 12 cruises with the average per boat just over 3. We had 18 boats that qualified on the cruising side for Bomgardner consideration. That meant they participated in at least 5 cruises. The Club is really lucky to have Jean Blessing herding the cats (and monohulls ;-) this coming year. However, just like I couldn t do it alone, neither can she. So please raise your hand. Certainly, every one of those 18 boats that qualified for Bomgardner can offer to do at least one cruise. Look at next year s calendar and make the offer to Jean before the begging begins. Pay it forward. I think everyone generally had a good time this past year which I considered the goal. I am sure Jean would like to hear suggestions for the New Year. What surprised me the most this past year is how little the opportunity there is to innovate. Work on the calendar begins the June before in order to coordinate scheduling with racing. The calendar is put to bed long before the new rear commodore takes over. The list of marinas and slots that can and want to accommodate 15+ sail boats is not long. Same on anchorages reasonably close. We have over the last couple of years had a tough time filling the longer cruises. This past year was no exception. I am constantly amazed that weather is not more of an issue. This is a great climate with only the summer being a challenge. We know enough to schedule plug-in cruises for those months. We do get rained on but only very rarely is it enough to spoil the whole weekend. And often the rain is inland or in town but not in Pine Island Sound. This is not to say you should feel secure in building your Danger Island Chowder shack out of cardboard. ;-). Perfect weather is the enemy of good enough when deciding whether to go. On a too windy Thanksgiving we had a blast sailing to Cabbage Key (and we even sailed about halfway back on Sunday). We had Alice s Restaurant on the stereo and followed the sail with a Thanksgiving Dinner that couldn t be beat. We suffer so Rear Commodore of Cruising s Report Thanks for letting me serve. Good luck to Jean. We ll see you on a cruise. Kim Brown Rear Commodore-Cruising s/v TrustMe!!!!! Thanksgiving Cruise Recap For the long Thanksgiving weekend the weather gods provided us with sunny skies, perfect temperatures, and fast sailing winds which provided some record fast passages up to Pelican Bay. As is typical for this cruise, and as expected for our unique little society, boats came and went as fit their personal desires. When the cruise leaders (i.e. the members that said they'd keep an inventory of attendees) arrived on Tuesday, they found six boats starting the cruise a day early - Air Boss, Blank Check, Bridget O'Toole, Freestyle, Lionheart, and Zydeco. As is the tradition for this cruise, we gathered every evening on a beach at sunset. Wednesday evening six more boats had joined the crowd. Jolly Mon, Kestrel II, Never Say Never, Pro Re Nata, Rum Daze, and Seamist. As you can guess, after exploring the State Park, and the bay, we again gather on a beach to celebrate yet another day in paradise. By Thursday we had four more join us. Four Seasons, Mischief, Trust Me, and Vayu arrived just in time for our terrific 2 PM Thanksgiving dinner, with all the traditional trimmings, at Cabbage Key. All together we had 28 Society members for dinner. Friday and Saturday saw six more boats arrive. Ariel, Barefeet, Chase the Clouds, White Star, Samphire, and Tyrolia. We can safely say that every nook and cranny of the bay, the park, and the beaches were explored. Much food and drink was consumed. And many tales were told whether true or not, no one really cares. All told, 22 vessels transporting 45 members ventured out. Respectfully submitted by cruise leaders, Glen & Paula Vetter s/v Freestyle
CMCS Chowder Chatter January, 2016 Page 3 Vice Commodore Summerset s Report Rear Commodore of Racing s Report Vice Commodore- Summerset Steve Romaine CMCS is in need of a new Vice Commodore-Summerset as my retirement from this position is imminent! Thanks to all who have helped make The Summerset Regatta the premiere regatta in Southwest Florida. Let s keep up the tradition!! Vice Commodore-Summerset Steve Romaine s/v Air Supply The 2015 CMCS racing season ended on a somewhat disappointing note. Forecast high winds and small craft warnings necessitated canceling the Commodore's Cup Regatta which had been scheduled for December 5th. Many thanks to Dave Dumas who had planned to be the PRO, and Dan Green and Carolyn Wilson for arranging to be the Rear Commodore Racing John Churchill Committee Boat, and Bob Kuhn and Eric Milbrandt, volunteers for mark boat duty. There are no current plans to reschedule the Regatta. 2015 CMCS SUMMERSET GOLD SPONSORS * ASK AN EXPERT, FL * ASSOCIATES IN DERMATOLOGY * VICKIE & FORREST BANKS * BONITA BILLS * BOB & ANNIE S BOATYARD * BUCKINGHAM ASSET MANAGEMENT * CHARLIES BOAT HOUSE GRILL * CHEETAH PRINTING AND SIGNS * CITY OF CAPE CORAL YACHT BASIN * MIKE KAYUSA * D.C. KERCKOFF CO. * DIVERSIFIED YACHT SERVICES * ERIC STONE MUSIC * FIDELITY INVESTMENTS * FRAME GALLERY & GIFTS * I.C.W. SAILING& CRUISING * GEORGE & PIXIE NOYES * PUNTA GORDA SAILING CLUB * RIVER FOREST YACHTING CENTER * SAILING SERVICES * SELLSTATE REALTY DIANE FOWLER * SHARKINETICS * SMOKIN OYSTER BREWERY PLEASE SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS Our 2016 racing season opens with the famous Chili Cook-off Regatta, our first buoy races, on January 23rd. There is currently no Rear Commodore of Racing arranged for 2016. I have offered to fill in on a limited basis for the next couple of races, but the club would benefit from someone volunteering to take on this role. Rear Commodore-Racing John Churchill s/v Nurdle Upcoming Racing Events Sat. Jan 23, 2016 Chili Cookoff Regatta Sat. Feb 13, 2016 Edison Gulf Regatta Sat. Mar 19, 2016 Shrimp Festival Regatta HELP WANTED Volunteers needed for our race committee! For EACH Regatta in 2016 We need a signals boat, mark boat, Race Officer, race officer helpers, & mark boat helper. Please help keep our sailing program healthy! If we can get enough volunteers it will only require one day per season for each volunteer! Please contact John Churchill, Joe Barch, Eric Milbrandt or Ian Davis at the next meeting for full details.
CMCS Chowder Chatter January 2016 Page 4 2015 CMCS SUMMERSET SILVER SPONSORS * ADAMS COMMERCIAL DIVING * BALLARD OIL CO. * BUDWEISER-SUNCOAST BEVERAGE * C & J YACHT SERVICES * CHARLOTTE HARBOR BOAT STORAGE * CHRIS SHIELDS * CREATIVE PHOTO * D & L DIESEL, INC. * EDISON NATIONAL BANK * ERIC RAVENSCHLAG YACHT MANAGEMENT * GLADES BOAT STORAGE * JIM SHENKO * K C SHEET METAL * LITTLE CEASARS PIZZA * MARCALI YACHT * MASSEY YEACHT SALES * OWL CREEK BOAT WORKS * PUBLIX SUPERMARKETS * SALTY SAM S MARINA * SEA TOW * SILVER SANDS VILLAS * SOUTH SEAS RESORT MARINA * TASCHNER PERIODONTICS PLEASE SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS Cape Coral Caring Center Holiday Food Drive Tis the season to be jolly and generous and CMCS lived up to that challenge this year. George and Pixie Noyes, Don Lawson and Joan Perkett delivered two full car loads of donated goods to the Cape Coral Caring Center for distribution to those less fortunate during the holiday season. CMCS members donated 252 pounds of canned goods, $200 and two large grocery carts overflowing with toys following the annual Christmas Party. Last month members donated 113 pounds of food and $290 for the Thanksgiving food drive. A huge thank you to everyone who participated and donated food, toys and cash. (The photo is one of the center pieces created for the annual Christmas party. This one was created by Sigrid Diedricksen.) Don Lawson 2016 Officers, Directors and Committee Chairs At the December General Membership meeting and Christmas Party, The new officers and directors for 2016 were unanimously elected. Also, the following people agreed to chair the Committee s of the Fleet for 2016: FLAG OFFICERS Commodore - Vice Commodore Vice Commodore Summerset - Rear Commodore Cruising - Don Lawson Elise Missall Ad Hoc Committee Jean Blessing Rear Commodore Racing - Past Commodore - Fleet Purser - Fleet Yeoman - OPEN Allen Fiske Tom Patterson Kathleen Vance DIRECTORS Two Year Term: Jason Pim Bill Cook Eric Milbrandt Russell Vance One Year Term: Joe Barch George Noyes Paul Corzatt Larry Jack Committees of The Fleet Annual Yearbook/Calendar - Awards and Recognition - Chowder Chatter - CDC Programs - Membership - Historian - Ladies Bridge Club - Wendy Cook Rose Ann Hoffman Steve Roake Elise Missall Diane Fowler Bev Slager Carol Pim Rose Ann Hoffman and Rose Young Legislative - Liberty Ashore - Public Relations - Sailmate - Sunshine Over the Yardarm - Webmaster Storekeeper - Jason Pim Bev Slager OPEN Diane Fowler Sigrid Diedricksen Glen Vetter Connie & Sonny Ridout
CMCS Chowder Chatter January, 2016 Page 5 Ladies Bridge Club Ladies Bridge Club Rose Young & Rose Ann Hoffman On Dec 2 Cathy Friedel hosted the LBC holiday party in her new home. We had 25 ladies arrive with Hors d' oeuvres, dessert, and presents. Cathy had wine set up and conducted house tours. The home was beautifully decorated for the holidays. Then everyone took a number and the Pirate Swap started. Rose Young took pictures. Thank you Cathy for having the affair in your home and thank you Rose for being the photographer. Membership and Recruitment Membership and Recruitment Bev Slager Full Members: Scott and Lena Summerill reside in North Fort Myers. They moved to the Fort Myers area from San Diego, California approximately 8 months ago. They have lived in various places across the U.S. Scott and Lena have 4 years sailing experience and a Gemini 105Mc named White Star. They moved to the Fort Myers area because they wanted a launching port from which they could set sail to exciting new locations. Both Lena and Scott are writers/editors. They are interested in cruising and socializing with other CMCS members. Tami and Fred Hathaway reside in Cape Coral. They moved to the Fort Myers area approximately 3 months ago from St. Paul, Minnesota. Tami and Fred have 30 years boating experience. They have a Larson Cabrio 27 named Sol Adventure. Fred and Tami are interested in cruising and socializing with other CMCS members. Saturday, Jan. 9th - Weavers of Char-Lee display at Cape Coral Library. Reception 11;00 to 4;00PM expect to find masks made by CMCSers! Monday, Jan. 11 th "Wet & Wild" Swamp Walk. Oasis Visitor's Center, 52105 Tamiami Trail, Ochopee, Florida 34141 10:00am departure for 2 hour walk. Be there by 9:30 am. Eight people have signed up so far. Wear shoes that "tie", bug spray, hats, sun screen, change of clothes and a plastic bag for wet clothes. Lunch at Camellia Street Grill, 202 Camellia Street, Everglades City, Florida 34139 As usual, the men of CMCS are welcome. Rose Young and Rose Ann Hoffman Crew Members: Karen Pettigrew resides in Fort Myers and has lived in the area for 3 years. She is a Showroom Manager at Miromar Design Center. Karen has been crewing for Ned Christensen. Karen is interested in cruising, racing, crewing and socializing with other CMCS members. Bev Slager Membership and Fleet Recruiter s/v Salty Soul EPOL Cruise / Oysterfest At the time of publication of the January 2016 edition of the Chowder Chatter details of the EPOL Cruise and Oysterfest in February were not available. Please watch your e-mail for details as marina reservations usually fill rapidly and oysters must be ordered ahead. Is it time to renew your Boat US Membership? Remember to use the CMCS Group ID # GA82335B on your application, and save half the price of your annual membership fee
CMCS Chowder Chatter January, 2016 Page 6 The Officers and Directors of the 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 9 th at 6:00 p.m. at The Ballroom The Marina at Edison Ford 2360 West First Street Fort Myers, Florida 33901 Please RSVP with payment to: Commodore Allen Fiske, 15590 Ocean Walk Circle #109, Ft. Myers, FL 33908 No later than December 28, 2015 Make checks payable to CMCS This is a semi formal evening to celebrate, and congratulate the Leaders of CMCS ~ please come join us! The cost of the dinner buffet is $25 per person with a cash bar available Number in your party Attending: Please select: Chicken Pork Seafood Dinners @ $25.00 /person = $ Attendees names: Music provided by "Pitbull of Blues Band ". RESERVATIONS DEADLINE IS DECEMBER 28,2015 You may make reservations through the CMCS Eventbrite site and pay by credit card. (Information for doing this to follow via e-mail) or You may make reservations by mail and pay by check. (Please, No outside beverages allowed)
CMCS Chowder Chatter January 2016 Page 7 Sunday, January 24th, 2016 5 p.m. Cape Coral Yacht Club Pavilion The weather, the race, THE FOOD It s Chilly...So Let s Make Some Chili! We need APPETIZER COOKS, CHILI COOKS and DESSERT COOKS for the CHILI COOKOFF There will be 3 categories in which to enter your concoction & win oohs & aaahs, delicious, and prizes for: BEST TRADITIONAL CHILI MOST ORIGINIAL CHILI HOTTEST CHILI For the chili cooks we ll provide a table space and all the hook-ups.just bring your chili in a crock pot with a serving ladle and anything else YOU need to make your space unique..just have it ready to serve! Here s the deal if you re going to enter a chili, please call or e-mail Candice Thiele by Wednesday, January 20, 2016 so we know how many cooks we have. If you re NOT going to participate in the chili contest, please bring an appetizer, salad or dessert to share! As usual, CMCS will supply the tables, power/extension cords, & paper products. ALL ATTENDEES: BYOB! You re on to bring the chili & decorate your booth as you want! Volunteers are always needed to help set up, clean up, or whatever arises. If you would like to volunteer to help with the event, please call/e-mail Bev Slager at 239-677-9358, bevslager@hotmail.com so we know how many volunteers we can count on. As always, all help is greatly appreciated! HAVE FUN LET S EAT!!! Details/Info Candice Thiele (239) 292-6472 candicem2@yahoo,com
CMCS Chowder Chatter January, 2016 Page 8 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 SERVICES Race or Cruise 1976 27 O Day Sloop Restored New Sails- Main, Jib, Tri-Color Spinnaker w/ 11.5 ft. deck mounted pole New Pro-Furl, all new sheets etc. A4 Inboard 30 h.p. gas engine Complete upgrade 11/2014 to Alternator, Distributor, coil, plugs, condenser, elec. fuel pump Fort Myers Beach, Florida $7250 OBO Call Gus 239-560-9656 No texts please. Nov 15 Dec 15 Jan 16
CMCS Chowder Chatter January, 2016 Page 9 FOR SALE FOR SALE Classic 1968 "All American" 16 ft. Larson 1999 26X MacGregor Sailboat Gin pole mast lowering for 10ft bridge clearance, 50HP 20mph Merc OB. Water ballast system & trailerable bottom paint. Roller furling Genoa, Bimini, Garmin GPS, cockpit cushions, enclosed head, trailer, shore power, dock lines w snubbers, bow roller & anchor. Upgraded with 4 opening ports with screens, microwave, two 12 Gallon fuel tanks. Spacious interior, lots of extras, large settee, V berth and large stern berth. $18,500 (10% Discount for CMCS members) Fun...perfect for canal running, fishing and sunset river cruises. INCLUDES trailer, good running original 55HP Johnson OB (engine updated electrical harness and rubber), trolling motor, rod holders, fish/depth finder, dock lines & anchor and rode. Stored in garage $3,400 (10% Discount for CMCS members) Call Jane and Rodger 303-909-2337 Jan 2016 Call Jane and Rodger 303-909-2337 Jan 2016 FOR SALE Never Used 35 Lb. Delta Anchor for sale. Currently, $290 at West Marine, offered for $125. Gerald Canning (775) 846-4600 Jan 2016
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CMCS Chowder Chatter Editor P.O.Box 101268 Cape Coral, FL. 33910 CMCS SCHEDULE OF EVENTS January - February, 2016 January 9 January 12 January 23 January 23 January 24 February 9 February 13 February 16 February 19-21 February 23 Change of Watch Dinner CMCS Board of Directors Meeting Chowder Chatter Deadline Chili Cook-Off Regatta Chili Cook-Off Dinner CMCS Board of Directors Meeting Edison Gulf Regatta CMCS General Membership Meeting EPOL Cruise Chowder Chatter Deadline