Newsletter Vol. 42, No. 9

September 2018 Photos-SBYC members via the SBYC Facebook group Editor-Jon Galbraith

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It has been quite a summer here in Western Washington with the heat

and smoke filled skies! Mother Nature gave us a little break to enjoy

our last Summer BBQ hosted by David and Jane Edgley. Many thanks to David and Jane for hosting our BBQ’s again this year. It is

hard to believe that our last cruise of the 2018 cruising season is just a

few days away as we all head to Sucia Island. Let’s all keep our fingers

crossed that the fires calm down so we can enjoy September on the

water or on our decks!

We have a few things that we are wrapping up on the business side of things, and will

start our monthly board meetings back up in September. We encourage you to attend,

and hopefully to join us on a committee, hosting a dinner, or hosting a port in 2019.

From the Helm—Terry Sigmond, Commodore

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From the Clubhouse—Rear Commodore, Ken Olsen

It's been a great summer for boating, as long as you were out before August! This long spell of forest fire smoke has put a damper on the otherwise stunning scenery that we look

forward to each year. It is clearing off and the fall season of cruising will be in full swing in

September, with longer nights and cooler mornings. It's my favorite time to be out, since the

bunks are welcoming and warm, the coffee is steaming hot, and the days are crisp and clear.

Also, there are far fewer people on the water, so it's a bit more private and personal. Susan and I will be in the Gulf Islands in late September.

Fall is also the time to start up our Clubhouse Dinners again. We’re kicking fall off with the Past

Commodore’s Dinner on September 22. The theme is "Back to the Ranch", and BBQ will be the feature.

Registration is open and will close on September 16th. There are still a few seats left so sign up on the

website (or call or email me if you need help signing up). I know it’s still a long way off, but we already have a host for the first dinner of 2019, our traditional January Soup Dinner. Brenda and Bill Davis will be contacting you to ask you to make your favorite soup.

It's always a fun event so get your crock-pots out. If you’ve always wanted to host a Yacht Club dinner but

aren’t sure how to take the plunge, all you need to do is get a few of your friends together to help, and put

your own personal “spin” on the evening. The March dinner is in need of a host. Give me a call and I’ll sign

you up. Finally, please join me in extending a big Thank You to David and Jane Edgley for hosting the Friday Barbecues this summer. They have done a great job keeping the home fires and BBQ's burning. I hope they

will continue next year. Plan on re-connecting at the September dinner!

Vice Commodore—Jon Galbraith

Greetings, everyone. The Labor Day holiday is almost upon us, and we’ve closed out an August that was a little unusual by SBYC standards. Unusual in that our club did not hold

an official cruising event last month. If you’ll recall, we determined last fall that none of our

Bridge Officers would be available to participate in an August cruise, so we decided instead

to extend our June Cruise by a few days and not host a club-sponsored cruise in August.

That certainly didn’t prevent SBYC cruisers from making a big showing out on the water last month, though, as the pictures found throughout this issue of the Dolphin will attest.

The collection of pictures in this month’s Dolphin could be called “SBYC Boats Afloat.” These are some of

the many pictures posted by our members on our SBYC-only Facebook page during their August cruising adventures. Just as we had hoped, Facebook is proving to be a useful and fun way for us to stay connected

and to coordinate meet-ups while away from our home ports. We now have 52 club members participating

in our Facebook group. If you'd like to join the group but can’t figure out how, just let me know — I’ll be

happy to help. Or, better still, come to the next SBYC training session on Monday, October 1 at 6:30 in the

clubhouse, where I’ll present a demonstration of the SBYC Facebook page and answer your questions about how it works and how to use it.

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From the Charthouse—Fleet Captain, Bill Davis

Ahoy Mates:

Hope you all have enjoyed cruising this summer. The addition of the Shelter Bay Yacht Club

Facebook page has allowed many of us to connect and rendezvous while cruising, particularly

in August when there was no formal sponsored club cruise. Being able to rendezvous with

friends at various ports of call just seems to make cruising more fun, so I offer a smart salute to Vice Commodore Jon Galbraith for developing the SBYC Facebook page.

At this writing, we have over 20 boats registered for the annual Sucia Cruise September 5th - 7th. This

year's theme is "Woodstock on the Rock" to recognize the upcoming 50th anniversary of Woodstock, and

what a blast from the past it will be! Tie dyeing, karaoke, and twister are but a few of the events that will

remind everyone of those days, and I'm certain it will be lots of fun! Many thanks to our Port Hosts and Crew Anne & Rob Hays, Vanessa & Greg Finch, Debbie and Jon Galbraith, Laurie & Gregg Wishkoski,

Linda & Jim Barrett, and Susan & Ken Olsen.

Yours at anchor, Fleet Captain Bill Davis

New Member Coordinator—Connie Cobb

Welcome September and good riddance to smoky hazy days. We're all ready for fall and sunny days.

This month we're welcoming new members Laurence and Toni Larsen, Ingrid Simonson,

and Bob and Dawn Brown.

The Larsens reside in Darrington and now own the 34’ Tollycraft, Rendezvous, on C Dock.

They're looking forward to group cruising and meeting other members. They currently own a hardware

business.

Ingrid Simonson has joined as an associate member looking forward to social activities and meeting Shelter

Bay Yacht Club members. She is currently making amazing changes to her new home on Suquamish Way. Her background is in coaching, with a business training skiers at Snoqualmie.

The Browns live on Shelter Bay Drive, they are relatively new to boating but are looking forward to group

cruising. They own a 42’ Sabre, Joie de Vie, on F Dock. Their backgrounds are in the printing business and

they now are retired and ready for some fun boating experiences.

RECIPROCAL PROGRAM TERMS

Shelter Bay Marina is allowing the Yacht Club to use slip E 20 on the south side of the new dock, on a first

come first served basis for our Reciprocal Program. We pay a small fee to the Marina for each use of this

slip. In addition, we would like to be able to offer Yacht Club members’ slips in the main and division 5

marinas during the summer months. The Board approved payment of $15/day for use of your slip while you are away. Please contact Kendra at 466-3805 in the Community Office to list your slip. We will be

working with the Community to make sure our Marina and Yacht Club are a welcoming site for reciprocal

visitors.

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2018 CALENDAR

SEPTEMBER 5-7 SUCIA CRUISE 22 PAST COMMODORE’S DINNER - JIM AND LINDA BARRETT AND PAST COMMODORES

OCTOBER 1 TRAINING—JON GALBRAITH - “SBYC FACEBOOK GROUP” 20 DINNER—“OKTOBERFEST” - JON AND DEBBIE GALBRAITH

NOVEMBER 5 TRAINING 17 DINNER—“CHILI COOK OFF” - CLAUS AND TURID DASSEL

DECEMBER 1 COMMODORE’S BALL

Mike Ellis 09/01

Donna Swartz 09/02

Britt-Mari Wisniewski 09/02

Bob Ellis 09/04

Robert Glenn 09/04

John Gifford 09/05

Carol Lee Baker 09/06

Joyce Sanders 09/06

Bill Holleman 09/07

Anne Lastelic 09/07

Past Commodore John Carr 09/09

Treasurer Sheila Cencak 09/10

Nancy Graham 09/10

Judith Rosso 09/10

Ken Lee 09/11

Lisa Versteegh 09/11

Jim Foster 09/12

Marian Roper 09/13

Vicki Mellinger 09/14

Janice Gates 09/17

Bernard Robinson 09/17

Vice Commodore Jon Galbraith 09/19

Ray Maly 09/19

Richard Shepard 09/23

Steve Klein 09/25

Pat McGarry 09/25

Michelle Mark 09/26

Ron McFarlane 09/28

Past Commodore John Bratland 09/29

Violet Jesberg 09/29

Dolores Bratland 09/30

Matt Mardesich 09/30

Michael Barclay & Ashley Sweeney 9 /1 /2014 4 Years

Rick & Lynn Parnell 9 /2 /1966 52 Years

Gary & Cindy Ladd 9 /6 /1975 43 Years

Gregg & Laurie Wishkoski 9 /6 /1975 43 Years

Brian & Vickie Boyd 9 /8 /1961 57 Years

John & Judy Carr 9 /9 /1961 57 Years

Richard & Carol Dorton 9 /12/1964 54 Years

Robert & Geraldine Harrison 9 /13/1959 59 Years

Al & Mary Ann Womac 9 /13/1968 50 Years

Alvin & Sandy Strutzel 9 /15/1984 34 Years

Don & Carolyn Bloye 9 /21/1979 39 Years

David & Marilyn Allen 9 /22/1990 28 Years

Neil & Kathleen Brosnan 9 /25/1971 47 Years

Sonny & Carole Miller 9 /25/2004 14 Years

Roger Wheelis & Berit Kenin 9 /25/2012 6 Years

Bill & Ree Murphy 9 /30/1977 41 Years

SBYC Logo Items For Sale

The Ships Store has added additional method for ordering items with our special SBYC logos.

Kathy Felker of Clever Kathy Designs in La Conner recommends our members order directly from her

using her website. Go to her website www.cleverkathydesigns.com and then click the La Conner local tab.

You will find a special link sbyc.cleverkathydesigns.com where all items can be viewed. There will be a

sizing chart and sample logos to choose from. She can also add your name or your boat name if desired.

If you have any questions, please contact Janet Cheetham at cheetham@ryanlaw.com, or contact Kathy at 425-301-2528 or cleverkathy@gmail.com. It will only take about 2 weeks for your order. Members will also be able to purchase items by using the regular order form if they do not wish to purchase from Kathy’s website. The following items all have the SBYC logo embroidered on them. They are available to Club Members at cost: Twill Caps, Variety of Colors; Long Sleeve Denim Shirts in Women’s and Men’s sizes; Sweatshirts,

Variety of Colors, Ribbed or Open Bottom (This can be ordered); Short Sleeve Polo Shirts, Women’s and

Men’s Sizes, Variety of Colors; Reversible Vest, Variety of Colors; Poplin Jacket, Variety of Colors; SBYC

Burgees 12” x 18”; SBYC Burgees 14” x 20”; SBYC Dinghy Burgees 10” x 15”. Contact Janet for current

pricing.

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Online Registration will open on July 22 and close on August 22

Wednesday, September 5th In the spirit of Woodstock, pack it in and pack it out—please bring your own plates, glasses, cups & utensils to each meal.

Arrive Fossil Bay and anchor out or find dock space at one of two docks—SYBC crew will monitor VHF channel 72

Afternoon Tie dye or headband activity—Bring an item of cotton clothing to tie dye and Laurie will provide the supplies

5:00 pm BYOB Happy Hour and Woodstock Trivia Game

6:00 pm Dinner at the Shelter provided by crew— Chili, cornbread and dessert

Evening Karaoke—Brush up on your crooning skills!

Thursday, September 6th

9:00 am Breakfast on the dock—BYO Coffee

Morning Enjoy Sucia on your own

3:00 pm SBYC Twister (with Jello shot penalties!)

5:00 pm Electric Kool-Aid Happy Hour

6:00 pm Dinner—Burgers and Hot Dogs Wear your Woodstock attire!

Evening Stump the Band

Friday, September 7th

9:00 am Breakfast on the dock—BYO Coffee Enjoy your travels home!

Port Crew: Anne & Rob Hays, Vanessa & Greg Finch, Debbie & Jon Galbraith, Laurie & Gregg Wishkoski, Linda & Jim Barrett, and Susan & Ken Olsen

WOODSTOCK on the ROCK 50 Years Later

SBYC End of Season Cruise To Sucia Island September 5th and 6th

Fossil Bay at Anchor or at a Dock Schedule of Events—

Peace and Love

Only $15 cover charge per boat. Pay when you register online

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MENU

St. Louis Style Ribs Memphis Pulled Pork

Cherry Smoked Chicken BBQ Baked Beans

Roasted Garlic Mashed Potatoes Coleslaw

Rolls & Butter Dessert

CATERED BY DOUBLE BARREL BBQ $24 per person

SURPRISE ENTERTAINMENT YOU WON’T WANT TO MISS!

Registration opens August 23rd and closes September 15th

SBYC Past Commodores present

Back to the Ranch BBQ Saturday, September 22nd

Catch up with friends after a summer on the roam

5:30 happy hour 6:30 dinner

BYOB

Country dress recommended, not required

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SBYC 2018 OFFICERS AND TRUSTEES

Commodore Terry Sigmond 360-333-5510 Commodore@shelterbayyachtclub.org

Vice Commodore Jon Galbraith 360-630-5404 ViceCommodore@shelterbayyachtclub.org

Rear Commodore Ken Olsen 425-890-9415 RearCommodore@shelterbayyachtclub.org

Fleet Captain Bill Davis 206-409-2970 FleetCaptain@shelterbayyachtclub.org

Treasurer Shelia Cencak 425-299-5557 Treasurer@shelterbayyachtclub.org

Secretary Susi Holleman 509-990-7222 Secretary@shelterbayyachtclub.org

Staff Commodore Jim Barrett 360-466-3027 See directory or web site for personal email

Trustee Clark Scarboro 360-466-1367 See directory or web site for personal email

Trustee Bill Plummer 360-399-1124 See directory or web site for personal email

Trustee Don Chandler 360-466-1555 See directory or web site for personal email

Shelter Bay Yacht Club Presents

Oktoberfest

Saturday, October 20

Hosted by Jon and Debbie Galbraith, with expert consultation from

der Deutscher-Meister Claus Dassel

Details coming soon — Registration Opens September 23

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Interested in becoming a member of the SBYC? Applications for membership are available on line at

www.ShelterBayYachtClub.org under Membership, or in the Shelter Bay Community Office.

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