DECEMBER 2011 Happenings December Board Meeting Wednesday, 6:30 December 7 Commodore s Holiday Party Wednesday, 6:00 December 21 HAPPY HOLIDAYS! Commodore Jerry Hancock 468-3871 Vice Commodore Diana Hancock 468-3871 Rear Commodore Duane Bordvick 468-3152 Secretary Gayl Beller 468-2977 Treasurer Judy Welker 468-4007 Trustees Dave Welker 468-4007 Bill White 468-3408 Chaplain Bob Maxson 468-4859 Historian Patty Maxson 468-4859 July Fourth Float Chair(s) Bill White and Judy Welker Reciprocal Chair Dave Welker 468-4007 Newsline Editor Shanley Lett 468-3990 COMMODORE S CORNER This is my last Commodore s Corner. I have really enjoyed my tenure, but will soon be handing over the talking feather to Vice Commodore Diana Hancock as she steps into the leadership role of our club. The entire process of going through the chairs has been fun and rewarding. I have learned a lot about our club, met and worked with wonderful people and watched our club grow. Next year, as Past Commodore, I will continue working on the Board with this great team of active and energetic people. When I was introduced as Rear Commodore three years ago, I wore a colorful red hot chili pepper apron and told the group, I have to be colorful because the previous Rear Commodore David Welker, is the life of the party; and following in his footsteps will be a challenge. At first, it appeared as though I had stepped out on the skinny branches of life. I was aware the Rear Commodore is in charge of Opening Day and scheduling cruising events on the water. The process seemed daunting. Of course, David, club members and the Board helped me with ideas and the cruises were accomplished smoothly. I have also been fortunate in accomplishing LIYC tasks by enlisting the aid of my wife Diana. As this year s Vice Commodore, she has been responsible for arranging meals and programs. However, any problems with video equipment has been solely my responsibility. During both tenures, we have met many enjoyable people with the same interests. As Membership Chair Gayl Beller says, Our friendly and outgoing members have attracted 15 new friendly and outgoing members. Flying the LIYC burgee is another excellent way to meet people. Allen and Frankie Clark recently purchased an LIYC burgee for their airplane ride to Costa Rica. They purchased one-way tickets because they are not sure which month they will return. However, they plan on meeting new friends and exchanging their burgee for another club s burgee that will grace our club house wall in the Spring. Continued on page 3
Commodore s holiday party Wednesday, December 21, 2011 6:00 pm The Bay Café See blue cover sheet for details COMMODORE S CORNER, continued from cover page New incoming Board members are Rear Commodore Jim Ghinazzi and Secretary Julie Duncan. They have already attended November s Board meeting and are up to speed and ready for their tasks. I want to thank Barbara Carver and Lane Langford for being hosts at the November general member ship meeting. They are an example of club members who step forward after a telephone call asking for help. On short notice, they decorated, greeted arrivals, and made sure everything was clean after dinner. Of course, I am looking forward to the 2011 Commodore s Holiday Party. The venue, food and decorations will be special. Our hosts, Jay and Jane Simonson and Richard and Christy Miklich have been working with Rear Commodore Duane Bordvick and Video Production Producer Extraordinaire Audrey Bordvick to entertain us with local music and funny pictures. Even though the plans are secret, I am aware my twin brother sent photos from California. As only he would say in his articulate way, You are in trouble, Captain Jerry. Thank you for the opportunity to be Commodore. I ll see you on the water. Jerry
NOVEMBER S GENERAL MEMBERSHIP MEETING was well attended and members unanimously approved the proposed slate of officers for 2012. Special Thanks to Barbara Carver and Lane Langford for hosting and providing fun table decorations for Nov. Sam and Gayl Beller with Barbara Carver and Lane Langford Ivan Brown had the winning 50/50 Raffle ticket sold (of course) by Vice Commodore Diana Hancock. HAPPY HOLIDAYS Duane and Lori Taylor and Rod Duncan WITH NEW MEMBER APPLICATION AND INITIATION FEE CHECK IN HAND, Adrian and Carolyn Cameron were introduced. Carolyn has done a lot of cruising (but only with about 3000 other crews members at a time.) Adrian has done a bit more sailing, and belonged to the Darwin Yacht Club in Australia. He was lucky enough to be there when Australia launched another challenge for the America s Cup (and won!) He crewed on his only blue water race from Darwin to Ambon, capital of the Moluccas, an Indonesian territory. He also has a copy of Encyclopedia of Nautical Knowledge and 3 books on how to sail, from which (by his own estimation) he has learned very little.
COMMODORE S HOLIDAY PARTY 2011 DATE: Wednesday, December 21, 2011 PLACE: The Bay Cafe TIME: 1800 Hrs No-Host Social, 1900 Hrs Dinner/Program DRESS: Lopez Festive The Bay Café s famous (and fabulous) complimentary hors d oeuvres will be served during the social hour. Questions? Call your hosts, Jay and Jane Simonson (360-298-5058) and Richard and Christy Miklich (360-298-5083) SAMPLE MENU (May change slightly depending on freshest available seasonal ingredients) Three course dinner SOUP: Roasted local organic squash soup, OR SALAD: Crisp Romaine lettuce, apples, bacon, and Parmesan in a lemon buttermilk dressing Your choice of 3 entrees: Oven baked fresh lobster stuffed Dover sole, wilted greens and lemon herb splash, Yukon Gold whipped potatos with truffle oit Certified Angus marinated flat iron steak, sautéed mushrooms in a red wine demi glace, savory Parmesan Yukon Gold potato cake Handmade roasted vegetable ravioli, Sauteed winter greens in our herbed Gorgonzola Alfredo, with chicken, if you wish. YOUR CHOICE OF 3 DESSERTS: Passion Fruit cheesecake and cranberry sauce Chocolate gateau with vanilla crème anglais Sour cherry sorbet PAYABLE IN ADVANCE Please complete and return this form before December 10 Name(s) Phone # of dinners @ $40.00 per person (Includes tax and gratuity) Make checks payable to Lopez Island Yacht Club. Mail your checks and reservation form to: Jane Simonson, 169 Whiskey Hill Road, Lopez, WA 98261
DECEMBER 2011 Happenings December Board Meeting Wednesday, 6:30 December 7 Commodore s Holiday Party Wednesday, 6:00 December 21 HAPPY HOLIDAYS! Commodore Jerry Hancock 468-3871 Vice Commodore Diana Hancock 468-3871 Rear Commodore Duane Bordvick 468-3152 Secretary Gayl Beller 468-2977 Treasurer Judy Welker 468-4007 Trustees Dave Welker 468-4007 Bill White 468-3408 Chaplain Bob Maxson 468-4859 Historian Patty Maxson 468-4859 July Fourth Float Chair(s) Bill White and Judy Welker Reciprocal Chair Dave Welker 468-4007 Newsline Editor Shanley Lett 468-3990 COMMODORE S CORNER This is my last Commodore s Corner. I have really enjoyed my tenure, but will soon be handing over the talking feather to Vice Commodore Diana Hancock as she steps into the leadership role of our club. The entire process of going through the chairs has been fun and rewarding. I have learned a lot about our club, met and worked with wonderful people and watched our club grow. Next year, as Past Commodore, I will continue working on the Board with this great team of active and energetic people. When I was introduced as Rear Commodore three years ago, I wore a colorful red hot chili pepper apron and told the group, I have to be colorful because the previous Rear Commodore David Welker, is the life of the party; and following in his footsteps will be a challenge. At first, it appeared as though I had stepped out on the skinny branches of life. I was aware the Rear Commodore is in charge of Opening Day and scheduling cruising events on the water. The process seemed daunting. Of course, David, club members and the Board helped me with ideas and the cruises were accomplished smoothly. I have also been fortunate in accomplishing LIYC tasks by enlisting the aid of my wife Diana. As this year s Vice Commodore, she has been responsible for arranging meals and programs. However, any problems with video equipment has been solely my responsibility. During both tenures, we have met many enjoyable people with the same interests. As Membership Chair Gayl Beller says, Our friendly and outgoing members have attracted 15 new friendly and outgoing members. Flying the LIYC burgee is another excellent way to meet people. Allen and Frankie Clark recently purchased an LIYC burgee for their airplane ride to Costa Rica. They purchased one-way tickets because they are not sure which month they will return. However, they plan on meeting new friends and exchanging their burgee for another club s burgee that will grace our club house wall in the Spring. Continued on page 3
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Classified Ads Moorage at the Galley Galley dock has three 38 slips available at the off-season rate ($100 per month). Also, those interested in long-term, year round moorage can now negotiate advantageous terms in exchange for advance payment. Contact Jeff Nichols, 468-2713. Thank you! NEW THIS MONTH: Classified Ads Do you have boat or equipment for sale? Need to find crew for the next race? Willing to pay someone to do some boat maintenance? Lopez Island Yacht Club will accept and post classified ads on our web site as a service for its members. If you are looking for or have sailing-related items or services for sale, consider posting an ad on the website. Ads can include pictures. Please submit your ad by emailing the Web Wench at webwench@lopezlislandyachtclub.com. Submitters are responsible for the content and claims in their ads. The club does not guarantee the accuracy of any claims and is not responsible for resolving disputes arising over any financial transactions. Non-sailing-related ads from club members and all ads from nonmembers are subject to approval by the club leadership. Non-members may be asked to contribute a small donation to the club. Business ads can be purchased for inclusion in the Newsline Contact the Newsline editor to place your ad: Newsline Editor, Shanley Lett. Please Note: Since these ads are Free To Members, please be courteous to notify us when your item(s) are sold!!! Thank you, the Web Wench.