Alum Creek Sailing Newsletter - September 2013

September 2013Volume 33, Issue 3

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US Sailing Association Golden Anchor Club An I-LYA Member Club

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photo courtesy of SharlaO’Keeffe

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Bay Week ReCapOld Fox Regatta ShirtsBattle of Lake Erie ReCap

In this Issue:

Making Waves 2 September 2013

Commodore’s CornerGood morning Alum Creekers! Where is the summer going? July was a fun-filled month for ACSA! We started off the month with a great 4th of July celebration, which included sailing with friends in the afternoon, giving boat rides to interested friends and family. After the rides, we had a wonderful meal, thanks to Brianna Foreman and family, with over 150 people in attendance. The turnout was so unexpected that we quickly ran out of the club provided meats, forcing Brianna and Nick to run out to get more. Luckily, it was also a pot-luck side, so there was plenty of other food to tide folks over until they returned, victoriously from the food-marts. What a turnout. After dinner, we all headed to the docks where the decorated boats were waiting to join the lighted boat parade. This was a fun time, circling on the lake, waiting for the queue to begin. Once we starting, there was a steady stream of beautifully decorated boats, both sail and power, cruising by the beach, then off to find a good anchorage to watch the fireworks. We found a raft-up group and when we were done, had seven boats rafted up and sharing music, food and beverages across the raft-up. It was a good time with great friends.After the fireworks, we headed back to the docks and spent the night on the boat, which was very comfortable, as the air cooled off and a nice soft breeze moved through the cabin. A number of others stayed the night on their boat as well and in the morning we all headed up to the shelter house to enjoy a freshly prepared breakfast, cooked on the club’s grill. This is what being an ACSA member is all about – again, good times with great friends.What a July it turned out to be, because two weeks later, we were again, back at the shelter for the 2013 Mardi Gras celebration! This time Brianna put together a wonderful program of hot Jambalaya and a fresh Low Country Boil, accompanied by a cornucopia of pot lock

sides. We had special drinks at the bar and fun band to listen to all evening. Man, the hits just keep on coming.What do we have in store for us now? The fall is just around the corner and we have a full plate waiting for us. In September, we have the second half of the Women’s regatta (September 7) and the always fun XX/XY regatta (September 8). I am sure there will be plenty of fun new race ideas planned for this year’s XX/XY racing. Remember, this is the fun race, with no entry fee and a gift exchange at the end. It is usually made up of 3 or 4 non-traditional races, which may involve getting wet! Vice Commodore Sharla has more information about these events in her newsletter article.Our final big event of the year will be the annual Old Fox regatta, in honor of Hal Heberding. This is scheduled for October 19-20 and will include racers from all over the state, neighboring states and even neighboring countries! Yes, this has turned into an international event, with our first Canadian participants coming down last year from Canada. We just received news that they plan on returning this year as well. On Saturday night, we will be having our annual Chili Cook-off and Jello Shootout contest, with entertainment by a live band. Be sure to register for the races and watch the website and email list for information on apparel for the event!Finally, I want to close with a few reminders about other non-so-fun fall activities. This includes haul out activities, facility cleanup and winterization, as well as possible ramp closures. The final weekend in October is typically out official club haul out date. We will also performing the facility closure the second weekend in November. Be sure to keep an ear/eye on the Two List for announcements about those activities. I have been in contact with the State regarding this fall’s Hollenback parking lot redesign project. They are running behind on the original schedule, but cannot tell me when they will be starting the work and closing the ramp. As soon as I get an update, I will be sharing it with the rest of the club.Our final meeting at the shelter house for the year will be the October meeting on October 7th. After that, we will be returning to Gordy’s Restaurant in Westerville. Remember, our October meeting will be the time for club Officer nominations. If you have been thinking about joining the team, please let me know! We are always looking for new faces and fresh ideas. If you don’t know what is involved, just ask any of the current officers or past commodores. It is a great team to be part of and a wonderful opportunity to help guide ACSA into the future.See you on the water!Brent

ACSA TrusteesSenior Trustee John MasonJunior Trustee Neal Heiser

Freshman Trustee Allison Foreman

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ACSA Executive CommitteeCommodore Brent O’Keeffe

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Vice Commodore (racing) Sharla O’[email protected] 419-768-1231

Rear Commodore (facilities) Jim [email protected] 614-404-1771

Secretary Ed [email protected] 614-719-9585

Treasurer Rick [email protected] 614-325-1664

Past Commodore Jim [email protected] 740-815-5196

Monohull Fleet Captain Tom [email protected] 614-844-6638

Multihull Fleet Captain Joe [email protected] 614-760-9000

ACSA Committee ChairpersonsProgram Chair Ron [email protected]

Social Chair Brianna [email protected] 614-425-4005

Membership Phil [email protected] 614-557-1781

Volunteer Coordinator OPEN

Marketing Chair [email protected]

PHRF Chair John [email protected] 440-554-8480

I-LYA Representative Bob Sheppard740-852-2802

Historian [email protected]

Newsletter Editor Carin [email protected] 614-204-0649

Arbitration Joe Hosch251-402-3715

Risk Management Joe Hosch251-402-3715

Adult Learn-to-Sail Program Chair Mike [email protected] 614-989-4286

Youth Learn-to-Sail Program Chair Nahum [email protected] 414-332-8935

Webmaster Brian [email protected] 614-839-3686

All Executive Committee [email protected]


REMINDER Don’t forget to send any information, pictures, updates, etc, if you would like something posted in the newsletter. We don’t want to miss out on these updates.

2013 Club CalendarMARCH1 - Dock Fees Due4 - General Meeting6 - Racing Tactics (part 2)16 - Dock Pick Day 8 - Executive Meeting30 - Facility Work Day APRIL1 - General Meeting5-6 - I-LYA Spring Meeting6 - Splash Day!!!10 - Race Committee Training 13 - Race Committee Training 17 - Spring Red Cup Series 24 - Spring Red Cup Series29 - Executive Meeting27 - Icebreaker RegattaMAY1 - Spring Red Cup Series 4 - Meteor Shower6 - General Meeting8 - Spring Red Cup Series15 - Spring Red Cup Series18-19 - May Cup

20 - Executive Meeting22 - Spring Red Cup Series29 - Spring Red Cup SeriesJUNE3 - General Meeting5 - Spring Red Cup Series7 - Youth LTS12 - Spring Red Cup Series14 - Youth LTS19 - Summer Red Cup Series21 - Youth LTS22 - Women’s Regatta23 - Single Hand24 - Executive Meeting26 - Summer Red Cup SeriesJULY1 - General Meeting3 - Summer Red Cup Series4 - Dock Walk Party10 - Summer Red Cup Series12 - Youth LTS17 - Summer Red Cup Series19 - Youth LTS20 - Mardi Gras Party

24 - Summer Red Cup Series26 - Youth LTS29 - Executive Meeting31 - Summer Red Cup SeriesAUGUST1-4 I-LYA Bay Week7 - Summer Red Cup Series10 - Dock Walk Meteor Party12 - General Meeting14 - Summer Red Cup Series21 - Fall Red Cup Series28 - Fall Red Cup Series23-25 - Rafting Trip26 - Executive Meeting30-Sept 2 - Battle of Lake Erie Tall ShipsSEPTEMBER4 - Fall Red Cup Series 9 - General Meeting11 - Fall Red Cup Series14 - Women’s Regatta15 - XX/XY Regatta16 - Special Ladies Night*Rain out date: 9/23

18 - Fall Red Cup Series25 - Fall Red Cup Series 30 - Executive MeetingOCTOBER2 - Fall Red Cup Series*followed by Fingers on the Finger7 - General Meeting9 - Fall Red Cup Series16 - Fall Red Cup Series*followed by End of Season cookout 19-20 - Old Fox Regatta26 - Haul Out Day28 - Executive MeetingNOVEMBER4 - General Meeting10 - Marine Corps B-Day/Veterans Day Celebration16 - Facility Work Day25 - Executive MeetingDECEMBER14 - Christmas Party


It has really been a busy Summer and it is going by quickly. We have lots of members sailing all over the country and racing as well. The Spring Series wrapped up in June with 16 boats participating in 3 fleets. The Summer Series is done after next week with a total of 26 boats racing.

In June we had 2 boats race in the Mills Trophy Race. Outtamind and Kaotic went and played on Lake Erie for this race. Congratulations to the Kaotic team for winning their fleet. Team

Outtamind definitely won the party though!

Bay Week just wrapped up this past weekend. ACSA membership was represented on at least 5 different boats in 3 fleets with 2 ACSA Boats racing. There were at least 43 members who were present for racing, support, and just for the party!

The Green Islands race out of Port Clinton will be coming up in September as well as Fall Bay. I know we will have at least a few members racing in those races. I hear Bernadette will be heading up for the Green Island race.

We will be getting ramped up for the Old Fox Regatta coming up on October 19 and 20th. I will be on the lookout for Race Committee to man 2 chase boats (4 people), the pontoon boat (at least 2 people), registration, support (getting lunch and refreshments for race committee) and shirt sales. Please e-mail me at [email protected] if you would like to help. I will be working on the sailing instructions, notice of race, and registration soon. I hope to see LOTS of ACSA boats represented.

In conjunction with the Old Fox Regatta is always the PARTY and the Chili Cook Off. Please let Brianna Foreman know if you are willing to help with the set up, clean up, beverage stand, etc for this party. I know she will probably be racing and will really need some help getting this pulled together.

This Winter we will be looking at a rules review seminar and a tactics seminar series again. We may be offering a on shore race committee training as well. We will try to have these on Wednesdays to keep with our racing habit. Keep an eye and ear out for dates. I will also start working on the Race Schedule for next year to get our permits into the State early.

I hope to see everyone out for the Fall Series and the Old Fox! Come out and race!

Vice Commodores Wrap-Up (from 8/9/2013)Sharla O’Keffee, Vice Commodore


Friday; August 30th – we stole up toward the lake as if conducting our normal routine to visit Findlay, OH. Preparations were in work and this gave us some time to be closer to the area of dispute. The letter was out from the Bicentennial (cover for our militant action group) organizers that the World Court had determined the islands, Port Clinton, and Toledo were to revert to Canadian government control.Saturday; August 31st – Our cover for the foray to the Lake was to look over a boat in Sandusky Harbor Marina. (http://www.yachtworld.com/boats/1978/Irwin-37-2537909/Sandusky/OH/United-States#.UiXRdTasiFw)We stopped to see a second vessel, then went onto Port Clinton. A festival was in progress. Looked for all intents as though Canada was allowing ‘business as usual’. The Knights of Columbus were having their annual perogie and fish fry. Mindy and I enjoyed quiet lunch at the Underwood Grill, a clandestine meeting place for Patriots. We took the Jet Express Ferry to Put-in-Bay to meet up with our compatriots. Ominously, two Canadian vessels (warships, actually) were moored at the Port Clinton City Docks. The oppression was obvious and the platoon of soldiers in the vicinity indicated all was not normal.We met with our team almost moments after arriving in the Bay. A meeting was called and we would get underway on Millennium Falcon III as soon as we got aboard. We missed our courier rendezvous with Brad and Meg Wareham from Chicago because of the call for this meeting. We were supposed to have news of a Chicago contingent of ex-patriot Ohioans from there, but whether they made it or not we can’t say. A circumnavigation sail around South Bass Island was our cover for the meeting. Brian and Melanie Ross and a friend joined us from Southern Cross. Assorted fruits and ‘nuts’ were out, some fine area wine, and smiles abounded while we planned the protest events for the next couple of days. Canon fire was heard as we left the harbor. Apparently, the ‘new’ governors were enforcing the new border. Tensions were rising. Our Brig Niagara was in port from our Pennsylvania naval detachment, but the Canadians’ vessel Friends of Good Will (likely a politically elected name) was rumored to be en route.Sunday; September 1st – The morning was quiet, overcast, and foggy. Our skipper decided to reconnoiter the bay by kayak. It is a laminated wooden construct. This natural material allowed him to blend in with the entire environment better and it’s construct gave him a much lower profile in the water. He was gone for more than an hour, and we were relieved to see him when he returned. The skies were clearing.Mindy and I were strolling about the island and the town, listening and watching as we enjoyed the sights. More strangely dressed people were about in all the areas of the town. It was obvious the Canadians were present. Another camp was established on the grounds of the National Park. A smaller group than ashore in Port Clinton, but well armed, none-the-less.

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Vice Commodores Wrap-Up (from 8/9/2013)


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1989 Hunter 23 “The Fantasea”Is ready to go sailing.Versatile and very forgiving wing keel with shallow draft and 800 lb. ballast. Boat sleeps 3-4 comfortably. With the pop up camper top you can stay out all weekend. Porta-potti, swing-up table, and stow-away sink/stove unit with fresh water supply. Pop-top design for comfort while cruising. Main and jib stored in bag. Main cover. Fenders. Lifelines. Non self-tailing winches. Trailer with hydraulic brakes. Trailer completely rebuilt. 6HP Johnson O/B. Radios. PFDs. Deep cycle battery. Swim ladder. Extra lines. Camper Top. Bimini and Storm Gib. Classic lines on an affordable vessel that is versatile and easily trailered. Asking $4850. Call Gary @614-425-3392

1982 Catalina 22 Excellent condition newer sails; mainsail, 2 jibs, regular and a 130 Genoa. 8 hp Evinrude. New custom sewn cushions inside, porta-potti, galley. New custom sewn sail cover, fenders, anchor, ladder with easy steps. Swing keel with 2’- 4” draft when up. Pop top cabin with enclosure. Single axle trailer with new tires, new electric brakes and new LED submersible lights. Ready for the road. Photos available by e-mail at [email protected]. $ 5,500 Randy (614) 915-9300 Powell, Ohio

2005 Hunter 170 Excellent condition. Always drysailed by experienced sailors and wintered inside. Includes all equipment including roller jib and new full, custom, waterproof cover. Like-new trailer and 2 1/2 hp, four-stroke Suzuki motor with stand. Located in SW Ohio. $6000. Contact Walt

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15’ Newport Surprise Day Dialer good condition, ready to sail, reconditioned trailer ideal for small car, $950.00. Call 614-354-9033 or email [email protected].

19’ Lightning All wood, needs work but no rot. Call Fred Wyatt for price (614) 279-7191

Brig Baltic 310 Rigid Inflatable Boat - durable yet portable all purpose light weight boat, brand known to be used by rescue services. www.brigboats.com 10’4” and 5.5 beam. 16” dia tubes with multiple chambers. 2 seats, holds 1100lbs. Weighs 97lbs in 2 seperate land transport bags (included). Full cover, stanchion canopy supports, added padded center seat and under seat bag, foot pump and repair kit, hard bottom fiberglass slip in boards (rigid deck), oar locks, drain valves, inflatable keel, life lines, 3 towing D rings. Used only once (fresh water lake). Never stored in sun or water. Includes 5hp Nissan Stroke outboard (tiller drive, no fuel to mix...no noise, no smoke). Asking $2200, delivery negotiable. Contact Dan Libby at 740-808-2586.

Vinyl Racing Sail Set for Catalina 22 nearly new reportedly used only one time. Set includes main, jib and 150 Genoa. Manufacturer is UK. $1000.00 or best offer. Call 614-354-9033 or email [email protected].

Sail Caddy System: Serves the same function as Lazy Jacks. It is a cradle that attachves to the boom and catches the sail. It folds flat when not in use. Great for single handed sailing. Make an offer. In perfect condition. Eileen, 895-2445, [email protected]

Professional Tension Gauge Loos model No. PT-2 for cable sizes 3/16”, 7/32”, and 1/4”. Recently sold my F-24 and no longer need this valuable tool. I have had the gauge for a number of years, but just used it once to check the tension on my mast tensioning cables (an older version of this gauge came with the boat when I bought it, but I initially did not know the gauge was aboard). West Marine currently lists the PT-2 for $117.99 plus tax and shipping. Will sell it for $60 obo. Ellery Block, 614-818-3850 or [email protected]

1982 Stiletto 27 CE (Championship Edition) Catamaran. This is a very fast fun boat. We have had 11 people on her and still pegged the know meter at 20+ knots in a stiff wind!! She has a berth in each hull, a port-a-potty in the port hull, 2 batteries (with solar charger), VHF, running and mast lights, 9.9 HP Evinrude. Swim ladder. Sails include original main and jib in good condition, reacher, fractional spinnaker, roller furling for jib and lazy jacks for main. Trailer has been mostly rebuilt with new axles, springs, bearings and rollers. For more information on Stiletto Catamarans see http://www.stilettocatamarans.com/ and http://stiletto.wildjibe.com/. $13,500. Contact Keith Fuller for details @ [email protected] of call 614-905-9339 and leave message.

1981 27’ Hunter $11,000 bimini; diesel; wheel; head; alcohol stove; 4’keel; roller jib; sails I have a dock space at b46 - call me to have a look or go for a testdrive 20’ gvw 9400 flatbed trailer and cradle ($3000) John Bratt 937-594-2424 [email protected]

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We were elated when patriot troops arrived ‘guns’ blazing and thundering. TBDBITL* (ta-biddle) company came into the harbor in a blaze of pomp, ‘firing’ off their weapons as the ferry brought them to the waterfront. They proceeded to parade through the town and around the square. The Canadians and their militia squad cleared the streets in the face of this formidable force! We knew when they stopped in front of The Roundhouse, faced it, and played Hang On Sloopy that victory was going to be ours. The company, ‘instruments’ blazing, marched off to an undisclosed location.Back on the Millennium Falcon III, we listened to another foray by TBDBITL into the Canadians’ encampment. It went on for a couple of hours. During the ‘concert’, the 1812 Overture was played and the Canadian’s opened the engagement with pyrotechnic fire. Badly directed, it missed both the shore skirmish and the Niagara. Put-it-Bay was OURS!! We celebrated by exploding the arms barge’s entire store of pyrotechnics. What a fabulous show. Were it not for the pending actions of Monday, one would have thought it a tremendous fireworks display!! We had a front row seat to it all.Monday; September 2nd – The skipper had us under way early. ‘Safety Squadron’, a flotilla of more than fifty ‘privateer volunteers’ was to muster off the Bay at 0800 to escort Niagara and her counterparts out to meet the British and Canadian fleet. This was our ploy. We would sail under the guise of ‘escort’ vessels to keep unsuspecting boaters from interfering with operations by the tall masted fleet. Then, we would turn on them at the Niagara’s signal and bring this border action to a halt. The islands and Port Clinton/Toledo would remain in U.S. hands. “Don’t Give Up the Ship”, Perry’s battle flag repeating Stephen Lawrence’s last words was our rallying cry.We stood off for two hours, gathering our safety flotilla. Southern Cross, with the Ross’s, and Tropical Dreamer, Ron and Vicky Fantozzi, Mike Grey, Jeff & Bernie Marshall and Gordon Fowler, Alum Creek Sailing Association had shown it’s force in this coming fight. An hour’s sail/motoring out to intercept the enemy we peeled off and shadowed our vessels from about 500 yards off. Called by our controllers, under the name Fanautical, we took up positions flanking both fleets. But if we thought we were going to be the only ones in this fight, we were wrong!Thousands upon thousands of boats and yachts, steamships, and one barge were present. The ‘warship’ fleets were nearly prevented from converging due to the number of smaller sailing vessels come out to observe the fight. The U. S. Coast Guard had a cutter present that had to get under way to separate out as best as possible the smaller vessels, most ignoring any attempted blocking action by the Safety boats.In the end, Niagara bested Detroit and in the treaty signed on the barge, the international border between Canada and the U.S. reverted to that which has stood in two hundred years. All vessels departed the area. only two were known, out of the thousands, to require assistance. No collisions (of consequence) occurred and all vessels retired to their respective home ports.

*TBDITL – The Best Damn Band In The Land – acronym for The Ohio State University Marching BandNote: It was a bit difficult to write this and I haven’t done as well as I might have. The difficulty comes as the reality of Afghanistan, Iraq, and Syria is the ‘real thing’ when it comes to battles like this. This weekend, thousands upon thousands watched a ‘show’ of sailing vessels not seen on the Lake in two hundred years. Yet, two hundred years ago our country was embroiled in just such a combat action as those taking place in south-west Asia. Some of us were there this weekend to commemorate the sacrifices and bear witness to what our nation has become because of the sacrifices of sailors, marines, and farmers,..yes, farmers gave that we might have peace along a three thousand mile border. People around the world are still fighting for the kind of peace we have in our country. I give thanks to God and his grace for our two nations.

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One hundred boats registered for Bay Week to race or as support. Participants purchased nearly 400 three-night social packages and over 100 single-night wristbands. ACSA’s own Eric Dove provided the entertainment on Thursday’s Tony Packo’s night and kept the place rocking with his great vocals. Jim Zima’s Mr. Show entertained us at the rum party on Friday night and on Saturday’s BBQ night; most of you know Jim from his company Great Lakes Diesel in Huron. Who knew he could sing as well as he fixes diesel engines?

While the Hobie Wave division easily won as largest class represented with 25 entries, we like to think Alum Creek Sailing Association won for the largest number of members attending the event! Last count I came up with was 43! For a small sailing club on a creek in central Ohio, I think that’s amazing!

Bob and I want to thank all of you who came over to the Bay and an extra special thank-you to those of you who helped us by stuffing participant bags, taking tickets at dinner, serving drinks and food and whatever else we asked you to do. You were gracious and helpful and we appreciate all of you. We also want to send a big hip-hip-hurray to Gordon Fowler and Brian Ross who volunteered as dock masters once again (and to Diane Fowler and Melanie Ross for letting them!); although there weren’t as many problems this year as in past years, it is sometimes a thankless job. They have done it well for several years. More kudos to Allison Foreman for organizing Friday night’s volunteers; she has agreed to take over the entire rum party next year, so it’s sure to be another great evening!

You can be a part of the fun next year! Plan now for the 2014 Bay Week August 1-3 at Put-in-Bay.

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