The Detroit Yacht Club‘s

98th Memorial Day Regatta in Memory of

Elisabeth “Libby” MistelePlease join us for a Cocktail Reception

Friday, May 23 at 6:30 pmTrophy Room

Light hors d’oeuvres and cash bar2nd Floor Dress code applies - jacket for gentlemen (no denim)

Please call the Reception Counter with your reservations

(313) 824-1200

Mother’s Day BrunchMother’s Day BrunchSunday, May 11Sunday, May 11thth

on the Second Floor

11:30 am to 3:00 pm11:30 am to 3:00 pm

Delicious Food and a Spectacular Sweets Table!

Adults $26.95++

Children $13.95++ 7-12 yrs.

Children $ 7.95++ 4-6 yrs.

Jackets required for gentlemen(No denim)

Please make brunch reservations at the Reception Counter (313) 824-1200

Grill Restaurant opens at 3:00 pm featuring a Mother’s Day Special Dinner

Please make your reservations early with the Grill (313) 824-1200, ext. 2342

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TEA & CRUMPETS AT 10:00 AMMEMORIAL DAY SERVICES AT 11:00 AMFOLLOWED BY BLESSING OF THE FLEET

ALL MEMBERS AND THEIRFAMILIES ARE INVITED

AT THE HELMCOMMODORE FRED CARR

Cover Photograph by Com Fred Carr 3

ROD & GUN CLUBBILL & RICK

The spring weather has arrived and the fish are biting! The DetroitRiver is teaming with walleye, hungry after this long brutal winter.Hiking trails are filled with the sound of birds, marked with the printsof all kinds of animals and covered with snakes of all sizes!

This spring we have several events. First is shooting at DoubleAction Indoor Gun Range in Madison Heights. We rent the entiregun range for Detroit Yacht Club members and welcome both expe-rienced and novice shooters ~ men and women alike. This is theperfect opportunity to refresh/review gun handling and safety guide-lines whether for home protection or for those that carry.Traditionally we meet afterwards for a bite to eat at BoodlesRestaurant. This is a limited space event so e-mail Rick Michalskias soon as possible at boatflag@aol.com. Thursday, May 15th ~6:30 - 8:00pm. Cost is $15.00 per person. You can also rent gunsat Double Action at a discount during this event, if you would like totry something different.

The second event is the In-House Walleye Derby. Saturday,May 24th. Tina and Dan Nowicki will be taking the lead on organiz-ing this event, so please contact them if you are interested in a daywhere kids, family & friends can enjoy quality time on the water.Details to follow…

The third event is Family Fishing Day on Sunday, June 8th.Michigan DNR opens all fishing in the Great Lakes ~ no adultlicense is required on this day ~ fishing for kids 16 years andyounger is always unrestricted. The Rod & Gun Club will providepoles and bait for those who need them along with trophies andprizes. A $5.00 fee will be charged for each family that participates

Thanks for all of your support & enjoy the outdoors! Bill Schrader & Rick Michalski

FAMILY FISHING DAYFAMILY FISHING DAYSunday, June 8th

FISHING TIME 9:30 am ~ 1:00 pm

PRIZES FOR ALL CHILDREN 15 AND UNDER

1 . ENTRY FEE $5.00 PER FAMILY (TO COVER BAIT)2. CHILDREN CATCHING LARGEST FISH PICK PRIZES FIRST.

(ANY TYPE FISH )3. TOURNAMENT IS A CATCH AND RELEASE.

THE WEIGH IN STATION AT THE BASE OF MAIN DOCK4. FISHING AREA: ANYWHERE ON DYC ISLAND, DOCKS,

LAGOON, OFFBACK OF YOUR BOAT, OR OFF SHORELINE.5. NO FISHING LICENSE IS REQUIRED THIS DAY.6. LAST WEIGH IN IS 2:00 pm, NO LATER, PRIZES GIVEN THEN.

Trophies:Largest fish • girls 8yrs & under/boys 8yrs & underLargest fish • girls over 8yrs-10/boys over 8yrs-10

Largest fish • girls over 10yrs-15/boys over 10yrs-15Most fish caught - girls • Most fish caught -boys

GOOD LUCK !!! HAVE FUN!!!&

DON'T LET THE BIG ONE GET AWAY

She is back! You can feel the pulse,you can hear the pulse and now as theharbor continues to fill with member'svessels you can see the pulse quicken-ing, the pulse of the DYC is back!The green of Belle Isle's willow trees andgrass is coming back. By month's endexpect to see beautiful lush views of thebig island and of our DYC Island too.While the State of Michigan works theirmagic on the big island; our very ownVice Commodore Joe Books with theGarden Club's Chairwoman PamelaMaloney, on a day one could say we areall members of the Garden Club, willwork their magic on our DYC Islandleaving us with manicured beds of beautiful flowers to enjoy all seasonlong.

Ballroom dancing's newly formed Club whose Chairman is John Gibsonis making a comeback! Fine Dining being led by our very own Le CordonBleu Honor Graduate and General Manager James Sides is making acomeback! Chef Craig Deck's comeback is really revving up with newmenu items and nightly specials sure to make for a mouthwatering sum-mer season. For your after dinner listening pleasure EntertainmentChairwoman Tamra Homicz has come back with an outstanding variety ofbands sure to quicken your pulse as you dance the hot summer nightsaway.

Service is making a comeback as General Manager Sides continues tobuild up this summer's team! It looks like some of the old crew will bereturning along with new crew members providing the makings for anextraordinary 2014 Service Team. Grill Manager Samantha Owens andBar Manager Logan Muehlenbein stand ready to put the pedal to the metalrevving up the staff to deliver that extraordinary promise with every orderyou place! Whether you're bellying up to the Grill Bar or the Pool Bar for aBelle Isle Ice Tea, whether you're dining in the Grill Restaurant, on the GrillPatio or at the Poolside Café for a delicious repast or Fine Dining in ourFormal Dining Room on the second floor you can rest assured you'llreceive the best service you can find anywhere on Michigan's GreatLakes!

The Grand Prix is coming back to the big island! And your managementteam is working, as in the past, to make the Detroit Yacht Club your per-fect Grand Prix Home Base. Providing you unrestricted access to the Clubwith shuttles to and from the race track combine to make our venue thebest in Detroit! Three days of heart pounding excitement as the fastestcars on wheels fly around Belle Isle all within just minutes from your homebase.

Rev up your life!

Experience the DetroitYacht Club!

While the theme of this article is come back it is important to note thatDYCers also give back. We do that in many ways, there is the annual Funin the Sun day helping people by bringing joy into their lives, our Scoutingaffiliation with our learn to sail program and new this year a partnershipwith University Prep Schools in another learn to sail program. Please takeadvantage of the opportunity to give back, jump in with both feet and enjoythe gift of giving, it is what makes us DYCers.

And that's the way it is from the driver's seat.

GENERAL MANAGERJIM SIDES

FROM THE SECRETARYTODD J. EIB

Greetings! I hope this article findseveryone doing well! It has been said ifyou don't like the weather in Michiganwait 5 minutes… it will change. Well, wehad all four seasons in four days…Spring, Summer, then snow (SNOW..InApril) then Fall and now back to Spring.And we broke a record for snowfall. 94.8 inches surpassing the record of 93.6set in 1880-81. So hopefully Springremains around and we can get on topof some maintenance and groundswork.

We have many, many events and spe-cials going on at the DYC and we havecreated a 6 month Master Calendar for everyone to see theupcoming events. The calendar is posted on the website and hardcopies are available at the Club. Monthly calendars will appear inthe MainSheet as always.

There truly is something for everyone, from Trivia on Tuesdaysto 10 Buck Tuesdays, Lobsterfests, Specials on Wednesdays,Theme Buffets, and Fine Dining in the Fountain Room… and thelist goes on and on. If there is an event or dining option that youwould like us to consider please send it to the F&B team ormyself.

Also, I held the first of the quarterly State of the Club address.I will set the dates and times of the other 3 and get on the calen-dar. A copy of the bullet points of the address will be made avail-able online and via mail to those unable to attend.

"To BEEF or Not To BEEF"Along with regular news and happenings I also like to keep

membership informed of bigger events that may impact you. If younoticed recently your shopping cart is less full but the bill is muchhigher… It is not just you. Prices are climbing and are predictedto get higher and higher especially on beef and produce. That willcreate a trickle down on pork and chicken as demand increases,raising the cost of those items. If you have a freezer, pack it fullnow. Invest in a good vacuum sealer and meats can be held 8 to12 months.

Fruits have also taken a hit with the weather and prices will behigher than usual this year, and dairy is predicted to hit nearrecord highs. The issue with the fruit and produce will be 2-fold asthe price will increase and quality will likely decrease. Shop smartand you can mitigate any loss or cost factors. In fact I will be hold-ing a "Cooking Class" that will detail what to look for in the storesand what "deals" to avoid.

This is due to many factors. The cattle industry has lost millionsof head of cattle to a virus as well as weather. Grain feed hasgone up significantly due to weather and a poor crop harvest andfuel prices are adding to the cost for the price of shipping.

At the DYC, we have seen our ground beef double in pricesince the beginning of the year and short ribs literally climbed$3.00 more per pound overnight. Our team is committed to offer-ing the best product at the right price. We will do our very best tokeep prices set through the season. If certain items become pro-hibitive, we will adjust the menu to keep a good variety and bestpricing practices that we want to be known for.

See you at the DYC!Slainte, Sonas agus beartas.(Cheers, Health, Wealth and Happiness).

Jim Sides4

“Go Fly A Kite”Saturday, May 17

11:00 amWest End Parking Lot

Bring your kite and some friends,and

see who can get their kite to go the highest.

Highest kite gets a prize!

Fireworks NightFireworks NightMonday, June 23

Enjoy the Fireworks from your own Private IslandGrill Dining menu not available ~ Grill Closed

“BBQ Buffet on the Patio”5 - 9 pmBrill Bar5 - 9 pm

Greetings from the Board room. This monthwas busy with follow-up on many tasks. TheHouse Committee has been reviewing manyinitiatives that pertain to our clubhouse andgrounds. The Finance Committee has spenttime working on our current line of credit,along with a host of other topics. The Boardapproved extending the revolving credit loanwith very favorable savings on the interestrate. Overall, the financial condition continuesto improve and I will allow the Treasurer toreview with you.The Board approved toextend the current membership specialthrough the spring, as the MembershipDepartment has found favorable response.With that, the Board passed a standing rules motion, declaring that all newmembers retain a valid credit card on file with the club, as permitted bystate law. This will assist with delinquent accounts accruing. The Boardalso supported Management in the decision to keep the Spirit of DYC ondry-dock this year. Ridership has fallen from 15,000 to 2,400 passengersper year and unknown repairs needed, would place a strain on our currentbudget. Following the highly successful Dancing at the Grand event, theBoard approved a new "Dance Club" with John Gibson as the Chairman.In a unanimous vote, the Board also approved moving forward with PhaseI of the Seal the Envelope Campaign, which will focus on the clubhouse'seast end sun room, removal of the projector room, repair the flat roof, stuc-co and applicable restoration items. This is a great step forward for ourclubhouse. Every month I look forward to our discussions and you canalways reach me at: secretary@dyc.com

CHEF CRAIG’S CORNERCRAIG DECK

FROM THE HOUSE COMMITTEEVICE COMMODORE JOE BROOKS

First of all I would like to thank all themembers for the great turn out of justover 600 people for the Easter SundayBrunch. It was an exciting day filledwith lots of smiles, laughter, friends andfamily. If it's any indication of how therest of the year is going to go I believewe will have a great year. Now its timeto start getting ready for the next great

holiday, Mother’s Day. I hope everyone has made their reservationsbecause you don't want to miss out on another great celebratory dayhere at the Detroit Yacht Club.

Please be sure to make all your reservations as soon as possible forevery Club event and Grill Restaurant dining experience. You may won-der why I keep reminding you to make reservations; well, knowing inadvance helps us make your dining experience a more enjoyable one.So please help us do our part by doing your part and make your reser-vation(s) as early as possible.

In conclusion I would like to share a Vegetarian Jambalaya Recipe, Ihope you will enjoy it as much as my friends and I have.

Vegetable JambalayaINGREDIENTS

• Vegetable Stock 6 cups• Olive oil 1/4 cup• Onions, large dice 1 cup• Yellow peppers, large dice 1/2 cup• Red pepper, large dice 1/2 cup• Celery, large dice 1/2 cup• Garlic, minced 1 Tbs• Tomatoes, large dice 2 cups• Mushrooms, quartered 2 cups• Okra, cut 1/4 pound• Carrots, half moon slices 1/4 pound• Zucchini, half moons 2 each• Yellow Squash, Half Moons 2 each• Bay leaf 1 each• Thyme, dried 1/2 Tsp• Salt & Pepper to taste• Cayenne pepper to taste

DIRECTIONSBring vegetable stock to a simmer and keep warm. In a Dutch Oven,

heat olive oil over medium to high heat and add onions, peppers, celeryand cook until soft for 4 to 5 minutes. Then add garlic, tomatoes, mush-rooms, okra, carrots, zucchini and herbs. Cook for an additional 10 min-utes stirring frequently. Add warm stock and seasoning and bring to aboil then reduce to a simmer and cook for an additional 20 minutes.Remove from heat and discard bay leaf. Add parsley and adjust season-ing as needed. Serve with rice.

Thank you for your patronage,Chef Craig Deck

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Vice Commodore’s Ball(Clean-Up Day)

Saturday, May 10 ~ 8:30 amMeet in the Starboard Haven Lounge

Complimentary Coffee, Donuts andLunch will be provided

Bring your favorite Garden Gloves,Broom, Shovel or TrowelNo Experience Required

Contributions for our DYC flowers are always appreciated

Dear DYC Members;It's approaching springtime again. Soon more boats will be launched

and gracing our beautiful harbor for the 2014 season. Flowers will beplanted in the gardens and the DYC grounds will be groomed by ourmembers, during the Vice Commodore's Ball (a.k.a. Clean-Up Day),which is, Saturday, May 10th. All volunteers are welcome!! TheDYC Club grounds and Harbor will have all un-tagged items removed.

Prior to Clean-Up Day, the Board, Club Management, and HarborCommittee are requesting that you spend a few minutes to inspect theClub grounds, areas around your boat well, and your dock. Theseareas are visible to all of our members and guests. Please pay partic-ular attention to areas near your dock containing your grills, chairs,and other "lawn furniture". Some of these areas are in direct view ofparking lots, boats, and Club windows, where members and guestsfrequent. As an example: the green sheds in Lagoon are especiallyvisible to our parking lot area, so this area needs extra attention topresent a nice appearance. Please, it is requested that all boaterstake as much equipment home as possible and store the remainderinside your sheds or dock boxes. As a reminder, you may not leavedinghies or any other equipment on the shed roofs. Please removeunused grills, tables, lumber, broken and miscellaneous items, andbatteries from the DYC property.

DYC Tagging PolicyPlease be aware that under House Rule 8, small ID tags should be

attached to all personal items that you want to keep on your dock, atyour well, in the bike shed, or within the picnic areas this coming sea-son. ID Tags are available at the Gate House for your convenience.The tagging policy applies to BBQ grills, outdoor furniture, dinghies,kayaks, canoes, boat trailers (Rule 10), dog carts, bikes (Rule 16), etc.Items on the grounds that are not properly tagged will be consideredunwanted and removed this year in an effort to maintain the appear-ance of our beautiful island. All items not removed or tagged byFriday, May 9th will be removed on Clean-Up Day, Saturday, May10th, or by the DYC Staff after May 10th. Any questions - please con-tact General Manager Sides or Assistant Gen. Manager Bowman.

Remember also that sailboat masts and sawhorses may be storedon DYC property for the winter under House Rule 8. Masts must beremoved by May 15th and are subject to a penalty if not removed byJune 1st.

Thank you, in advance for your cooperation,Sincerely,Joe

GARDEN CLUBPAM MALONEY

VOYAGEURS VENTURESPATRICIA THULL O'BRIEN

INTERESTED IN BECOMING A GARDEN CLUB MEMBER?

Contact Pam Maloney at (248) 356-0042. The Garden Clubmeets third Tuesday of the month at 6:30 pm in the SilverCup Room or in the gardens, weather permitting. We alsomeet many times in the gardens throughout the growing seasons.We would love for you to join us.

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ANNUAL HERB, PLANT AND FLOWER SALESATURDAY, MAY 10: 8:30 am until 1:30 pmSUNDAY, MAY 11: 11:00 am until 3:00 pm

PARSLEY, SAGE, ROSEMARY and THYME, as well as many otherherbs you enjoy, will be on sale at the Vice Commodore's Ball and dur-ing the Mother's Day Brunch. Plant herbs in a windowsill garden, on yourdeck, on your boat or in your garden and enjoy them all summer long.Freeze them or dry them so you can enjoy them through the cold wintermonths.

We will be selling potted plants and hopefully some hanging baskets.With the weather we have been having we will be selecting the bestitems that Eastern Market is offering that weekend. These plants andflowers would be great on your front porch, deck or dock area. They alsomake a great Mother's Day gift.

We also will have our cookbook, Food For All Seasons available forsale. If you haven't purchased one, stop by and take a look at our sam-ple copy. It, too, makes a great present

REMEMBER: ALL PROCEEDS from flower, plant, herb, and cookbooksales go into gardens at the DYC. So make a purchase and "HELP OURGARDENS GROW."

Vice Commodore's BallWe are currently making plans for the Vice Commodore's Ball, May 10th

and hoping for warm, sunny weather. We invite you to join us that dayworking our gardens and in other areas throughout the Club.

Thank YouTo all who attended the cooking class and to all the staff who helped in

the kitchen, we thank you. With the class, the raffle, the auction andsales in our food boutique and through the efforts of Garden Club mem-bers, we were quite successful in raising funds for the gardens.

What a great time we had. Class started off with Com. Fred Carr,dressed in his outstanding chef's outfit, flipping pizzas to feed the 57 whoattended.

He was followed by Chef Craig, demonstrating the Chicken Piccata wehad for lunch. Pam and Jerry continued with some demos and severaltastings served before and after lunch and no one went home hungry!!!And few went home empty-handed. A variety of items from the food bou-tique, the raffle, auction prizes and door prizes were shared among cook-ery school attendees.

Is Winter Really Over?????Last Monday, April 14 we haddaffodils growing in the JibGarden. That night we hadsnow.

May 9, 2014 - DYC Voyageurs enjoyed the Players Club Detroit.The Players Club of Detroit is a private non-profit men's theatre club,in its 103rd year of amateur theatre. Of the year's work, the top threeone act plays were selected for the May 9th performance. A very largegroup of our DYC members met at The Players and enjoyed a pre-party with member provided appetizers. The performances were won-derful as always and featured some of our very own DYC members.Fun was had by all.

May 10, 2014 - DYC Vice Commodore's Ball (a.k.a. Clean-UpDay) - Voyageurs Garden

Many of our wonderful Voyageurs gathered in the VoyageursGarden and played in the dirt. It marked the first efforts of the sea-son, to restore our beautiful and highly visible garden. Look for a dateto come back to the Voyageurs Garden for the planting of our flowers,accompanied by a glass of cheer.

Questions about the Voyageurs? Email or call Patricia Thull O'Brien(248) 345-3457 or email PTHULL@msn.com

TRADITIONS COMMITTEEPATRICIA THULL O'BRIEN

Location, Rules and Behavior, Traditions,Management, Membership/Marketing arethe major areas of significance that surfacedwithin the Traditions Committee. From ourFocus/Facilitation Sessions, each of thesetopics received several comments and sev-eral comments crossed over between topics.The committee has reviewed all of thesematerials at length and has made severalrecommendations. Those recommendationswill be disseminated to management andother appropriate concerns for improvementaction.

Additionally, we have listed the traditionalevents that are part of our rich DYC history in the months when theywould generally occur. We will be adding a description, which willcover detail, the past significance, and the tradition, within each event.A former publication has also surfaced and the committee feels thatwith a bit of updating and little cost, this could potentially serve as ahelpful guide for our membership.Retrieval of traditional and historical data is also an important part of

our mission. As such, we have defined several areas where this doc-umentation work has already been accomplished or continues to beaccomplished, as well as a few new expanses. We will work to coor-dinate with current efforts as well as start new initiatives.

For more information or to join the committee, contact me - Patricia Thull O'Brien, Chairman ~ (248) 345-3457 ~PTHULL@msn.com or Marilynn Maisner, Co-Chairman ~(248) 473-4167 - lmaisner@sbcglobal.net.

Dart Dart Come to the Club and play a Game or two of Darts in the Bitter End.

Bring your Darts and let the Games beginBring A Friend

Darts are available at the reception counter you must be 18 yrs old to sign out the darts

DYC FLYING SCOTSAL TIMM CHAIRPERSON

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SAVE the DATE !DYC will be hosting the 2014 National Sailing Hall Of Fame

Induction Ceremonies on Sunday, September 28, 2014. Fivenationally known individuals will be inducted. General public isinvited to participate.

Lots more details coming! You can check out their websiteat http://www.nshof.org

WINE SOCIETYJoin your DYC friends as you enjoy wine!

Your annual membership is $10 per person, $20 per couple.

Look for more details as we continue to enjoy wine,food and friendship at the DYC!

Catering Manager ~ Direct Line (313) 824-2788

DYC Sea Gulls presentEUCHRE NIGHTEUCHRE NIGHTNext game will be Next game will be

Friday, May 23 ~ 7:00 pmFriday, May 23 ~ 7:00 pmYou may sign up at the DYC Reception Counter or

contact Catherine Nierle for details at (313) 567- 2571 or cnierle@comcast.net

"Dancing at

the Grand" Was a novel Club fundraising

success!

It was a great evening for dancingat the Detroit Yacht Club on Saturday

evening, April 5th. Paul King and the Rhythm Society Orchestra provid-ed a wonderful evening of classic 1930s and '40s music including In theMood, Tuxedo Junction, and Unforgettable. Paul Carryer & JulianaSchoon gave a wonderful dance lesson. A faithful crew of DYC membersvolunteered to handle the flood of people who attended the dance. Manythanks to John and Colleen Tompkins, Lisa Bartnik and Hugh Cairns,John & Midge Savage, Mark Lifter & Arlene Oakland, Lisa Nowak, ErikaGray and Kelli & Sean Murphy for all their help collecting money, hand-ing out wristbands, and directing traffic. About 420 people danced thenight away from 8:15 until midnight. Dean and Kelly Elliott invited friendsenough for three tables and the Gibson's invited multiple tables of theirdancing friends. Several DYC members enjoyed the dance includingAndy and Erica Ciupak, John and Colleen Tompkins, Greg and LisaNowak, Dean and Kelly Elliott, Erika Gray and Chip Kleinbrook, LisaBartnik and Hugh Cairns, Pat Thull O'Brien, Todd Eib, Harry and MaryKurrie, Mark Lifter, Jim Gierlach, and Muffy Kroha and friends.

Tables were arranged in the East Lounge, Peacock Alley, and in theFountain Room for overflow seating. The Orchestra set up on the westend of the original ballroom and faced the East Lounge. The entire ball-room floor filled up with dancers all night long. When it was time to restyour feet, the tables in the East Lounge and Peacock Alley allowed forconversation as well as a good view of the dancers and the dance floor. The total amount of money collected was $10,600. Total expenses were

approximately $3,500 which covered the cost of the 15 piece Orchestraand other miscellaneous expenses (bartenders, cashiers, the coatcheck, tablecloths.) A total of over $7,000 was raised for the DetroitYacht Club Foundation. In addition, the drink tickets bars ensured cluboperations made a profit that night as well. Joseph and Emily did a won-derful job coordinating the night's activities and brought this entireevening to a successful conclusion. Many thanks to all who helped andattended. We hope to do this again next year!

Though the launch was later than it was hoped, and thanks to allthe volunteers who helped, and the staff of the Club who helped getready, it went without a hitch. The boats are in and the Spring racingseries has begun for all who have Skipper cards. Carrie LeZotte isrunning this program. If you have earned a skipper card, come on andjoin us Saturday mornings.

The Spring Instruction series began April 29th, Tuesdays andThursday evenings at 6:00 pm. The Scots program is a great introduc-tion to sailing but more than that, the Flying Scot is a wonderful boatto race. Those who take the advanced sailing class with JohnGallagher will learn how to fly spinnakers, and more advanced tech-niques like how to sail safely if heavy weather comes up.

This year the instructors are offering a new program for those whohave previously reached the level of Helmsman. Connie Allen will helpyou move up to get your Skipper card.

Volunteer Instructors needed: Mondays to teach Scots; Tuesdaysand Thursdays for class. The program depends on the work of manyvolunteers. Volunteers launch the boats, keep them clean, andinstruct. Volunteers teach sailing to beginners and those who want torefresh their skills. I am thankful for all those who have offered to help,and look forward to many others who will lend a hand as instructors.We will train those who have not instructed before, so please consid-er teaching.

Questions or to get on the Flying Scots email list, call me at (586) 899-8708 or email me at al_timm@yahoo.com.

EASTER SUNDAY BRUNCH

“DANCING AT THE GRAND” EASTER EGG HUNT

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6TH ANNUAL GARDEN CLUB COOKING CLASS

Monday - Friday 12:00 - 7:00 pm Saturday - 10:00 am - 6:00 pm Sunday - 9:00 am - 6:00 pm

Adult swimmers with a buddy or group are welcome to swim (without a lifeguard)

8am - 10pm. You will need to sign a release formbefore using the pool during this time period.

Forms available at the Front Gate or Reception Counter.

POOL HOURS

The Membership Committee would like to welcome the following

new members to the Detroit Yacht Club.

ActiveMatthew Anstett & Brad Stanwick

J. Pete & Suzanne Wallace

Active BoatingJames & Kelly Loeffler

Thomas & Barbara Shuler

Intermediates Sean Carter & Kate Kaper

Katie & Thobias BjoerkJamin Ruark

Rebecca Findlay & Chris SchlegaMorgan Laney & Sean O’Brien

Non-ResidentsDavid & Mary Ann Akerly

Rhonda Gilbert

Reinstatement ActiveDavid & Carolyn Wenger

Reinstatements BoatingChristopher & Janice Jorgensen

Craig & Denise Johnston

Reinstatement Non-ResidentChristopher Botson

FITNESS ROOMDaily 5:00 am - 9:00 pm

Except Monday ~ 5 am - 7 pmYou must be min. of 18 years old to use equipment.

WELCOME NEW MEMBERS!

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Membership MeetingThursday, May 22nd ~ 7:00 pm

Everyone is welcome to join the committees with a commitment to participate.

CCOONNCCEERRNNSS,, CCAARREESS OORR CCOOMMMMEENNTTSS Your opinions regarding your experi-ences here at the Detroit Yacht Club are important. Please share any concernsor compliments with Margaret Gmeiner (313) 824-1200 Ext. 232. She will directthem to the appropriate department.

Whether they are small or large, please feel free to call.

DE T R O I T YA C H T CL U BMISSION STATEMENT

"We are an Historic Private Yacht Club dedicated to providing a variety of outstanding dining, social, recreational and boating programs forour members, families and guests.

BAR & GRILL HOURS

Grill Dining RoomTuesday through Saturday

11:30 am - 9:00 pmSunday ~ 11:30 am - 8 pm

Sunday Chicken Dinner ~ 1 pm until 8 pmGrill Bar Lounge

Tuesday through Thursday11:30 am - 11:00 pmFriday and Saturday

11:30 am - 1 amSunday ~ 11:30 am - 9:00 pm

Call for reservations (313) 824-1200 ext. 234

EIGHT BELLS

Mr. Anthony (Tony) Gilbert(DYC Non-Resident Member)

Sunday, December 15, 2013•

Mr. Timothy T. Leslie(DYC Active Boating Member)

Sunday, April 10•

Mrs. Margaret Mary (Babcock) Murphy(Mother of DYC Active Member Charlie Murphy)

Sunday, April 20

DYC MEMBER IN THE NEWSSTEPHEN HENDERSON ~ PULITZER PRIZE WINNER

Another DYC member makes the news! We'redelighted to report that Stephen Henderson, editorialpage editor of the Detroit Free Press, in April wonjournalism's most prestigious award, the PulitzerPrize, for his commentary in the newspaper. Stephentook the honor for a collection of columns thatunflinchingly examined the reasons that led toDetroit's declaring bankruptcy last year and, on amore hopeful note, some potential pathways to

recovery. Stephen is a Detroit native and resident of the city, living not farfrom Belle Isle, and he and his family are frequent users of the Club.

Henderson, 43, has worked at the Free Press since 2007 following an ear-lier stint in the 1990’s. He previously covered the U.S. Supreme Court forfour years with the Washington Bureau of the former Knight Ridder newspa-per chain.

Henderson has cultivated an audience beyond newsprint and online jour-nalism. He is the host of a weekly talk show, "American Black Journal," andco-host of the news wrap-up show "MiWeek," both on Detroit PublicTelevision. In March, he became a correspondent for WXYZ-TV (Channel 7).

He is a 1988 graduate of University of DetroitJesuit High School and a 1992 graduate of theUniversity of Michigan, where he worked onthe student newspaper, the Michigan Daily.

CRAWFORD-ARMSTRONG HANDICAPPED ASSOCIATIONSAVE THE DATE

Annual Fundraising

BUTTERFLY SUNDAY Sunday, May 18, 2014

2:00 pm - 5:00 pm Port Haven Room

Join us in the Port Haven Room for CAHA's annual Silent AuctionFundraiser, BUTTERFLY SUNDAY, on SUNDAY, MAY 18, 2014.Your participation in this annual event will help support 'Fun Day inthe Sun' on June 28th, a day devoted to our mentally and physicallychallenged guests from area group homes.

The Silent Auction & Hourly Raffles will include fantastic items suchas gourmet dinners, boat rides, wine & liquor baskets, collectibles, din-ner certificates and many more unique items. The hourly raffles willinclude our famous sweet treats and more for your winning bids.BUTTERFLY SUNDAY is a great time to invite your family andfriends to enjoy the Historic DYC, support our fundraising efforts forthose less fortunate, and perhaps indulge in the fantastic DYC ChickenBuffet while participating. To reserve a table in the Grill, please call byMay 16, confirming your attendance would be appreciated.

Mark your calendars, invite your family and friends and join us on Sunday, May 18, 2014

To donate items, contact:Marilynn Maisner (248) 473-4167lmaisner@sbcglobal.net orMidge Savage (313) 584-8211msave123@comcast.net Suzanna KainSuska7@aol.com

Meet at 1:00 pm (please note time change) DYC Book Club

The DYC Book Club has had a verysuccessful first year and we are lookingforward to the next. What started out asa summer book club with a few friends,has quickly become a DYC staple. Wegrow every month and encourage newmembers to join us. Our new roster of

books and meeting dates are listed below:

May 18 ~ The Goldfinch by Donna Tartt June 22 ~ Killing Jesus by Bill O' Reilly July TBD ~ State Of Wonder by Anne Patchet

We meet at 1:00 pm on the chosen dates in the Grill for a funand lively discussion...a little food...a little beverage!Please contact me for more information or just join us for a test run.

Contact: MaryAnn Motyka at maryannm@wowway.comNew Members Are Welcome

A MESSAGE FROM THEDYC FOUNDATIONMARK LIFTER, PRESIDENT

Recent meetings among the DYCFoundation Trustees and the DYC'sOfficers and Directors resulted in jointapprovals of a plan to proceed this springwith the first phase of Seal the Envelopeexterior repairs to our historic clubhouse.Final arrangements are now being madewith qualified contactors selected in acompetitive bidding process. The projectis expected to begin by mid-May with alate June target completion date for thekey work elements.

Thanks to the generous tax-deductibledonations of scores of DYC members,the Foundation will provide funding of $137,253 to the DYC for pay-ment of contractors, engineers and construction managers. Thisamount includes a sizeable contingency fund to cover any unexpectedextra problems or needs that sometimes become evident only as thework unfolds in a 90-year-old structure. Any amount remaining in thecontingency fund can be applied to further needed repairs and restora-tions that have been approved for funding by the Foundation and theDYC Board.

The project will begin with demolition of the long-unused and badly-deteriorated projector room on the east roof. This room is a non-his-toric add-on to the building that became a significant source of leaksand recurring damage to the second floor sunroom overlooking thepool. Next, there will be reconstruction and repairs to both flat and tileroof areas. This will include reconstructing the leaky valleys in the tileroof, which are the source of the increasingly damaged beams in theeast ballroom ceiling. The project also will address new stucco for theeast wall, and repair or replacement of tiles, drainage areas, copingand decorative items. Pending availability of the allocated contingencyfunds and potential additional fund raising, we hope to soon addressthe damages to east wall masonry, glass block and lintels.

We're excited to be ready to launch this major exterior repair andrestoration project. It's the first phase of the many that will be neededto restore one of the jewels of Belle Isle and Detroit. It would not behappening without the voluntary donations of our members who,through the DYC Foundation, are investing in the long-term future ofthe DYC. Together, we can make more great things happen.Other Foundation News -

• Thanks to efforts of John and Toni Gibson and Erika Gray (amongothers) in organizing the Dancing at the Grand event, the Foundationwas grateful to receive a donation in excess of $7,000 from the event'sproceeds. Wow!

Do you have suggestions, concerns or questions for the FoundationBoard? We'd love to hear from you. Email us at info@dycfoundation.com or leave a message at (313) 757-5240.

Save the DateDYC Golf OutingFriday, June 27th

To support the 2014 Gold Cup Races4 person ScrambleOpen to everyone

To be Held at The Coyote Golf Club

New Hudson, MI.More details to follow.

For information contact: Rick Michalski (313) 590-4317 11

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Father’s DayFather’s DayAll of Dad’s favorites...

Cars, Boats & Brunch!

SundaSundayy,, JJune une 1515Brunch 11:30 am - 2:00 pm

$26.95 ++ Adults$13.95++ Children 7-12 years$7.95++ Children 4-6 years

3 and under are complimentary

Also FeaturedCraft Show

Sea Gulls Book Sale

Antique Car & Antique Car &

Classic BoaClassic Boat Rt ReevieviewwAwards at 3:00 pm

Make your Brunch reservations with the Reception Counter

( 313) 824-1200

Fleet Captain Andy Ciupak wants everyone to attend his

Capt’n Andy’s Pool Partyon Saturday, May 24Featuring Andy and His Turntable

3 - 7 pm ~ Poolside• Good Drinks

• Cheap Food

• Fun Music

• Singing

• Dancing

• Sailing Awards

Call to hold your Spot... Reception Counter (313) 824-1200

DETROIT DETROIT YYACHT CLUBACHT CLUBGold Cup Race

Hydroplane RacesHospitality Suite Entertaining

Let your guests feel the Thunder on the Detroit River with the best seats in the house.

July 12th and 13th

Private Hospitality Suites for Entertaining 50 Guests orMore Include the Following:(All suite rentals require purchasing a luncheon buffet from the DYCfor all guests)

• Private space in the DYC Clubhouse or outdoor tenting with a view of the race action

• Credentials for your private suite • Limited casual seating • Private luncheon buffet• Private DYC staffing• Restroom facilities located on the

same floor or near outdoor suite• Security provided by DYC for Race Day • Opportunity to display organization’s

decoration in room (Subject to prior approval by DYC)• Tax & Gratuity• All food or beverage must be purchased through DYC Catering

For More Information Contact:(313) 824-2887 ~ catering@dyc.com

AllMembers &Guests are

invited.

Reservationdeadline is

June 2

DOCK LINE

A Message From Your Harbor Operations

Committee

CAN YOU BELIEVE IT… IT’S BOATING SEASON!

Harbormaster Ross and the Staff are on duty to serve you

BEFORE YOU BRING YOUR BOAT INTOTHE HARBOR

PLEASE REMEMBER:• Notify the Harbormaster 48 Hours In Advance

and• Your account must be current

THE HARBOR STORE IS NOW OPENSPRING HARBOR HOURS

MONDAY-FRIDAY 1:00 PM - 6:00 PMSATURDAY-SUNDAY 11:00 AM - 7:00 PM

Try Our Valet Service To & From the Parking Lots to Your Boat

Plus Picnic AreasCall the Harbor Office (313) 824-1200 x 264

TENTATIVE ~ 2014 DYC Float Plan(Rendezvous & Events)

LOOKING FOR SOMETHING DIFFERENT?TRY WEEKLY LESSONS IN SWING DANCING AND A DANCE PARTY

Wednesday Nights6:30 - 7:30 Dance Lessons

7:30 - 8:30 Dance

Pre-register for 4 nights with check payable toPaul Carryer for $32 per person and give your name and check withnotes for the Reception Counter at the DYC.

orPay cash at the door $10 per person the nights you choose to attend. If you attend only the Dance, the price is still $10 per person, so take

the lesson too … or pre-register for all four nights for only $32 per per-son.

Lessons/Dance will be in the Ballroom (when available). Other loca-tion will be announced the day of the lessons.

Paul Carryer, from Swing Detroit Dance studio, will be the DanceInstructor and the DJ.

May 10 DYC Pub Crawl

May 26 Memorial Day/Blessing of the FleetJune 12 - 14 Cedar PointJuly 4 Cardboard/Inner Tube RegattaJuly 5 Dinghy Flotilla/Raft Off IJuly 9 Motor City MileJuly 18 - 20 Club Island/MuskamootAugust 1 - 3 MacRay or Maumee, TBDAugust 9 Dinghy Flotilla/Raft IIAugust 10 Fleet ReviewAugust 22 - 24 Put-In-BayAugust 30 Poker RunSeptember 6 Sweepstakes RegattaSeptember 9 DPS: PilotingSeptember 10 DPS: Marine ElectronicsOctober 3 - 5 Frostbite

DYC BDYC BIKEIKE CCLUBLUBGet your bike ready for a summer of fun

and join the NEW Bike Club.

DYC Member Leonard Chapital isforming the NEW Bike Club!

Contact Leonard at(313) 821-5615or latipahc

House Rules Reminders - MayNow that spring is finally here, we ask members to familiarize

themselves with House Rules governing our DYC grounds and har-bor.

Docking in the DYC harbor is governed by House Rule 10 and isalso supplemented by the "Dock Rules". These rules are for thesafety, general order, and enjoyment of our harbor by all of ourMembers and Guests. Please help us keep the harbor clean andsafe by following the rules and remember that loud noises fromstereos, radios, etc. are restricted after 11pm. Navigation lights,including on dinghies, should be used after dark in the harbor andSpeed of Boats (Rule 11) requires vessels to be operated in thevicinity of the DYC harbor and docks in such a way as to cause " aslittle disturbance as possible and without wake".

Visiting Yachts (Rule 12) deals with guests from other clubs,House Rule 10(j) deals with member requests for guest wells. DYCMembers with boats docked elsewhere may bring a boat to a GuestWell for up to two weeks. Non-member visitors may, upon applica-tion or invitation, use the harbor for Board-approved special events(such as Grand Prix weekend, rendezvous, regatta parties) and aresubject to the same House Rules and Dock Rules as DYC mem-bers. Assistant Gen. Manager Bill Bowman and Harbor Master RossBissell can help you navigate your way to a great time in accor-dance with these rules. Please reach out to them with any ques-tions or requests.

DYC grounds are covered by several House Rules. These includeParking (Rule 15), Bicycles (Rule 16), Property of Members (Rule 8)and Docking (Rule 10). Parking is allowed in designated DYC park-ing lots (except as otherwise permitted) and not in fire lanes orblocking other vehicles. Vehicles generally may not be stored inDYC parking lots (Rule 15(d)) and, between April 15- Nov. 15, boatson trailers are not permitted for more than 24 hours (see HouseRule 10(e)). Storage of any item of personal property at DYC is atyour own risk. See the Clean-up Day Notice and reminder thatproperty that is not properly tagged as belonging to a current mem-ber or improperly stored is subject to removal.

These rules are pretty simple and easy to comply with. Pleasecontact GM Sides or his staff with any questions. 15