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W E S T S H O R E S A I L C L U B October 2017
From The Commodore ...
Commodore’s Report 1/2
Vice commodore’s Report 3
Rear Commodore’s Report 3
General Membership Meeting Minutes 4/6
Inside This Issue:
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Membership News 7
Anniversary Album Information 7
Calendar Of Events 9
Monroe Boat Club Cruise
Photo Gallery 11
Cork Board 12
I will be missing the October General Membership Meeting due to unavoidable travel. Don’t worry, VC
Bryce has a little experience conducting the meetings so everything will go just fine. October is an important
month as it is when we have members step-up to be nominated for the positions in the club that help direct us
for 2018. It is my hope you have already decided to take a position in the club and let everyone know in Oc-
tober.
WNATR is now completed and many congrats go out to the FC Chris McCardell, the WSSC Race Com-
mittee, and all the Race Committee Boats throughout the season. Everything went very well and I think that
everyone really enjoyed the season. Our last Specialty Race, the Jack & Jill, is also complete. The race and
the Corn Roast were very well attended with 11 boats signing up for the race and almost 40 people attending
at the party. Great Job and Congrats go out to VC Bryce, RC Lance, Lady Sharon and Lady Christy, and to
our corn chef Frank Pavia and our chicken herders Gale and Karen Laughner. We also were able to pull the
race buoys so a big thank you goes out to our skipper Tim S. and the crew of 13 – Bryce B, Lance Y, Dick S,
Tim L, Andrew L, David L, Chuck L, Don B, Chris M, Ted W, and me… and don’t forget Sharon B and
Christy Y for the sub, beer and donuts. Now the only thing left is to party and celebrate the season on Octo-
ber 20th at the annual WSSC Awards Banquet. It is held at Mr. Nick’s and they do a great job catering the
event. It is always great time so I hope to see you all there.
The last boat cruise of the season is also now complete. I don’t have any specific information on this event
– please see Lance’s article – but I am sure everyone had a good time.
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From the Commodore continued from page 1...
I know that Sharon has been talking about some fun Activities for the club so keep an eye out for those as
well. The next GMM is on Thursday, October 5th. I hope you can make it and be good to Bryce and Lance…
Quick Reminders:
WSSC October GMM meeting on October 5, 2017 at Mr. Nick’s in Trenton.
WSSC WNATR Awards Banquet – October 20th at Mr. Nick’s in Trenton.
Also, check the newsletter for other upcoming club events.
The photo below was taken on the last WNATR for this season and was forwarded to me by Joe K. Just
one more of the beautiful reasons to be out sailing.
Dave Monk
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From the Rear Commodore... Well, the WSSC cruises must be finished because the Highlight of the Cruising Season is behind us. What
a phenomenal turn out, with 16 boats sailing in to the Monroe Boat Club and 47 attending dinner at Harbor
Inn & Ale. Port Captains Dan and Peggy did a wonderful job getting us all in there.
This seems the appropriate time to thank everyone who was a Port Captain, the Cruising Committee, and
the Cruising Fleet Captain. None of our great adventures would be possible without the dedication of our
members! Thank You just doesn't seem to quantify my gratitude. So let me just say, as Rear Commodore,
“You all made me look good!”
The Fall Cruising Committee will be meeting some time in November, to wrap up this season. Look for a
detailed email from Fleet Captain Don. The presentation this month is “How a Sailboat Really Works” by
Matthew Coley. I have been looking forward to this presentation since January! Our Presenter Series ends
next month in November with John McCallum and Amy
Stout presenting on their adventure to Lake Ontario: Un-
locking the Locks.
Megan and Ion sent us a thank you note for our dona-
tion to help fund their racing, you can find it on the literal
cork board at the General Membership Meeting (verses the
virtual cork board in the Starboard Tack).
Smooth Sailing,
Lance Yee
From the Vice Commodore...
Racing season is officially over. The last Specialty Race, the Jack and Jill, had a tremendous turnout with
ten boats registered and nine boats completing the race. The afterglow Corn Roast was also very well attended!
I would like to take a moment to send a special thank you to Frank for hosting so many of these events. As al-
ways, the corn was delicious. Also, thank you to Dale and Karen for bringing the excellent Chicken and to All
for the wonderful side dishes.
With the last Wednesday Night Race barely in the rearview mirror, Saturday September 16th marked the
annual Buoy Pull. Thirteen West Shore Buccaneers headed out, off the shores of Amherstburg, to ravage the
seas of their treasures. Fueled with only donuts and coffee, they readied the fight, lowering their decks for bat-
tle. The seas did not give up the nine West Shore treasures easily, however they returned victorious, their car-
go haul full of their bounty. Waiting ashore was fair maidens, Sharon and Christy, who had prepared for them
a great feast. Thank you everyone for helping out with the Buoy Pull; these events are only made possible be-
cause of your time and dedication!
Mark your calendars; October 20th is WSSC Awards Banquet at Mr. Nicks. Dinner starts at 6:30 p.m. with
the Awards’ Presentation immediately following. All are welcome! This is the perfect ending to another excit-
ing racing season.
Before signing off, I encourage you to read the Euchre Event article from the Activities Chairperson (a.k.a.
my better half). Sharon, along with the Activities Committee, is planning a new way to keep us all connected
this winter. This event is open to all, Euchre players and haters alike!
Bryce Boardman
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Date: 09/07/2017
Members in attendance: 34 members and visitors in attendance
Time called to order: Meeting called to order by Commodore David Monk at 7:35 pm
Commodore’s Report:
Motion made to accept General Membership Meeting minutes for August 2017
Karen L. needed to make one correction – the date of the Commodore’s Ball is April 14, 2017
Karen L. motioned to accept the GMM August 2017 minutes with the stated change, Gayle L. se-
conded the motion, motion carried.
WSSC Monthly Mail:
Notice of $100 per plate fundraiser for the Great Lakes Museum. See David M. if interested.
Received 2 tickets for the Metro Boat Show at Lake St. Clair on September 14-17 and will be the sec-
ond raffle drawing this evening
Announcements:
Sailing: one race left which is the Afterglow Pizza Night at GIYC at approximately 9:30 PM – every-
one is welcome to attend.
Thanks to VC Bryce B., Racing Chair Chris M. and Protest Chair Dick S. for all their hard work this
season
Awards Night will be held on October 20
Thanks also to the following:
All those who participated and worked on the Middle Bass Cruise – John M.
Upcoming Monroe Boat Club Harvest Moon Cruise – September 23
Everyone who participated and worked on the Jack & Jill race and Corn Roast
Nominations for WSSC officers will be at the next meeting in October. So please come prepared next
month to nominate.
We are still seeking a volunteer to help out with corkboard advertising and Starboard Tack advertising.
Please let Commodore David M. know if you’re interested.
Held both the Executive Committee and Board of Directors meetings earlier this evening and discussed:
2018 Nominations
Advertising for races and cruises
No need to purchase additional burgees since WSSC currently has 7 or 8 available
David M. has followed up with Monroe Signs regarding the burgee stickers however the initial run is too
small, so following up with Colleen Bury to find someone to do a smaller run.
Raised $5,200 for American Cancer Society and 2 shirts will be raffled off this evening.
WSSC shirts are still available for sale – see David Monk – both white and gray are available; if interested in
custom embroidering on your own items, please see Karen L. Also, Karen now has the WSSC burgee
patches that she can make.
Vice Commodore’s Report:
Jack & Jill – 11 boats signed up; 10 showed up so was split in 2 classes. Everyone had a good time. 2016
there were 6 boats; in 2015 there were 9 boats so a very good showing for the 2017 Jack & Jill. Thanks
to everyone for a great job on the Corn Roast and all the dishes were good.
WSSC August 2017 Meeting Minutes
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Jack & Jill 50/50 raised $100 and David M. won and donated it back.
Special thank you to Sharon B. and Christy Y. for all their hard work on the Corn Roast
Buoy Pull: originally scheduled for 9/23/17 but that is the date of the Monroe Boat Club Harvest Moon
cruise so the date needs to be changed.
Looking to do the buoy pull 9/16/17 looking for volunteers. Also need a tarp to protect the back
end; need a utility trailer 4 x 8 and need bodies to help pull the buoys up. After pulling will need
to clean them up and plan to stand them up this year.
Date of 9/16/17 to be confirmed boat leaves Gibraltar at 9 AM; meet at Ford Yacht Club at 9:30 AM
and will leave dock at 10:00 AM
Bryce B. requesting people to sign up and he will send out a flyer
Usually a good time.
Awards Night – October 20, 2017 at 6:30 PM at Mr. Nick’s. Bryce will be picking up trophies and flags.
Last race is next week, September 13, 2017
Rear Commodore’s Report:
August 18-19 Middle Bass Cruise – 7 boats; all from Toledo Beach Marina.
Monroe Boat Club Harvest Moon Cruise set for September 23, 2017. Dan and Peggy sent out an email to-
day and need to sign up on the sheet.
All presenter slots have been filled for 2017:
Tonight: September – Chuck Hutchins to present “Winterization of Your Boat”
October – Matt Coley to present on “What Makes a Boat Move”
November – John and Amy McCallum to present on “Unlocking the Locks”
Treasurer’s Report:
Info sheets are on the tables for reports through end of August 2017.
$0 deposits in August
YTD Net Income: $35.00
Net Revenue as to August 31, 2017: $12,678.18
Filled out and filed paper work for State of Michigan so all set for another year.
Treasurer David S. absent as he was on a work related business trip – Commodore David M. provided up-
date.
Membership Chair’s Report:
79 active family members on record; 10 have not yet renewed; Tom Langlon resigned; Mr. Leonard Gar-
bacz paid today.
Two new members joined this evening: Amy and Dave Wright and they have 2 children Max and Anna-
belle and have a Beneteau sailboat. Picture taken for October Starboard Tack.
Ray K. has requested everyone provide their correct birth dates (so the months and dates are correct) and
emails.
Tonight 3 additional families inquired to join WSSC.
We need to get a burgee to new member Laurie Benton.
Activity Chair’s Report – nothing to report.
Participating Club Memberships:
Boat US report: WSSC renewal is on the board; we get a 50% discount on membership through WSSC reg-
istration number when entered on application.
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US Sailing Report: Current cost is $65.00; however, since WSSC has renewed membership for 2017 re-
duced to $55.00. Can receive discount by registering online.
ILYA Report: December 2 is the next meeting.
PHRF-LE:
Next meeting next week.
Cruising Committee:
Highlight Monroe Boat Club Harvest Moon Cruise on September 23. Need to sign up with Dan and Peggy
at least one week prior to arrival. Need to let them know if you need a slip. If you go by vehicle, you are
welcome to join the dinner Saturday at Harbor Inn and Ale at 5 PM but reservations need to be made.
Commodore’s Ball
Karen L. reconfirmed that next year’s Commodore’s Ball date is April 14, 2018.
Old Business: None to Report
New Business:
Dick S. advised that there are flyers on the table for anyone interested in the 9 week Wyandotte Power
Squadron training which starts September 18, 2017.
Admin:
David M. announced and celebrated September Membership birthdays (also in the Starboard Tack).
The 50/50 total was $106.00 dollars with a $53.00 pay out. New member David S. won the raffle and donat-
ed all the money back – thanks David.
Raffled off two American Cancer Society T-shirts
Raffled off the two Metro Boat Show tickets won by Steve O.
Commodore and Secretary will not be at the October meeting and VC Bryce B. will conduct the meeting.
Motion to adjourn made by Sharon B. and seconded by Tom mo-
tion carried. Meeting adjourned at 8:04 PM.
After meeting RC Lance Y. introduced Chuck Hutchins who will
present on “Winterization of Your Boat”.
Minutes submitted by Lori Monk, Secretary
After the Buoy’s were pulled and cleaned, a lunch
from Subway had all of the guys smiling again.
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Membership News...
October 2017
Happy Birthday
ANNIVERSARY ALBUM NEWS
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Does it seem that summers pass by faster each year? For
me this summer went by in a flash.
It is time to record this summer's memories on your Anniver-
sary album page. I should receive many pictures taken at the
most recent Harvest Moon Cruse at the Monroe Boat club as
this event was quite well attended.
Please send your photos by e-mail
to: [email protected] . I will print the pictures and
place them on your album page.
Frank Pavia
September Birthday Celebrants: Carver Dumke standing in for Alison, Sharon
Boardman and Ray King
New members : Dave and Amy Wright
Tom Lyons -5
Peggy Hillen-7
Susan Semenick - 8
Jerry Guest-19
Colleen Bury - 20
Dick Brewer-23
Todd Duffett-24
Tom Langeland-24
Patrick Graves-29
Alexander Franz-7
Roberta Pavia-26
Bernice Wagg-9
New member: Steve Marshell
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Renew or Join U.S. Sailing!
2017 is the year of the New Rules of Racing
(they are reviewed, revised and issued every
four years to support the next Olympics trials).
Renewing or joining through the club saves
money (a single membership is $55 through
this link vs. $65 if you go directly through U.S.
Sailing as USSailing.org).
The link for the MVP membership discount
webpage is: https://www1.ussailing.org/
membership/MPP/Default.aspx?
ycid=117266X .
ussailingmvp.com/WESTSHORE
Alternatively, here is the general link where
you are prompted to choose your MVP
club:https://www1.ussailing.org/membership/
mpp/default.aspx
ALSO...WEST SHORE SAIL CLUB is a co-
operating group with BOAT U.S.
The fee for joining / renewing BOAT U.S. is ½ the nor-
mal fee for our group. All you need is the number: GA
81337 S
You can give this to anyone at BOAT U.S / West Ma-
rine or write this on your form (if you are doing this via
USPS). This membership also gives you the maximum
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savings at West Marine Stores. For every purchase
at a West Marine store you get a 4% credit. When
this credit totals $10, they send you a credit form
that can be used for your next purchase. Also, tow-
ing insurance is a good deal through BOAT U.S.
The following information is provided by BOAT
U.S.:http://track.boatus.com/dm?
id=B24CC037A139EF2BFED95A3439FD5BEBC
642981F76BF3D97
And...Border Crossing:
Border Patrol informed that there are no changes in
the requirements for returning from Canada. One
needs a BR number, which requires either a I-68 (at
$15 per year), or a Nexus card (at $50 for 10 years).
If you fly, the Nexus card allows you to sign up for
GOES, and you can go through the TSA pre-check
line (usually shorter lines, and can keep your shoes
on).
- You can go to the Bridge or Tunnel to sign
up for the I-68. At the bridge, shortly after turning
east, there is a gate (before paying the toll / cus-
toms). Go through the gate to the offices. Last time
we were there they had a sign in one of the win-
dows.
-The link to sign up for Nexus is: https://
goes-app.cbp.dhs.gov/main/goes (CLICK on the
Nexus symbol in the center of this site).
-Once you have your Nexus, sign up for a
BR number at: SVRS: https://svrs.cbp.dhs.gov/
Default.aspx
Rear Commodore Lance Yee with the September Presenter: Chuck Hutchins from Reed Yacht Sales at Toledo Beach Marina.
Ev ent Dat e & T ime (tentative) Co n t act March Gen Mbr Mtg March 2, 2017 Mr. Nicks, Trenton Car Cruise to MBC March 9, 2017 Sharon Boardman WSSC Race Cmtee Mtg March 22, 2017 Chris McCardell Theater Outing March 25, 2017 Sharon Boardman April Gen Mbr Mtg April 6, 2017 Mr. Nicks, Trenton Wine Tasting Party April 8, 2017 Sharon Boardman
WSSC 2017 Commodore's Ball April 22, 2017 Commodore’s Ball committee
WNATR Buoy Inspection April 22, 2017 Ed Sakowicz WNATR Buoy Work Day April 29, 2017 Ed Sakowicz May Gen Mbr Mtg - ANNUAL SWAP MEET May 4, 2017 Mr. Nicks, Trenton WNATR Buoy Launch Day May 6 (rain date May 7), 2017 Ed Sakowicz WNATR Skipper's Meeting - GIYC
May 7, 2017 Chris McCardell 2017 Race Season kick-off Ice Breaker Cruise/Boblo Island May 20-21, 2017 Doug & Kathy Howe WNATR Spring #1 - GIYC afterglow May 17, 2017 Chris McCardell WNATR Spring #2 - GIYC afterglow May 24, 2017 Chris McCardell Memorial Day—Toledo Beach Cruise May 27 - 29, 2017 Jeff & Jean WNATR Spring #3 - GIYC afterglow May 31, 2017 Chris McCardell June Gen Mbr Mtg June 1, 2017 Mr. Nicks, Trenton Leamington Cruise
June 10 - 11, 2017 Dick & Lori Shackelford Commodore's Tea
WNATR Spring #4 - GIYC afterglow June 14, 2017 Chris McCardell Double Handed Race June 17,2017 WNATR Spring #5 - GIYC afterglow June 21, 2017 Chris McCardell WNATR Summer #1 - FYC afterglow
July 1, 2017 Chris McCardell LightHouse Challenge Regatta
WSSC Regatta July 1, 2017 Bryce Boardman WNATR Summer #2 - FYC afterglow July 5, 2017 Bryce Boardman WNATR Summer #3 - FYC afterglow July 12, 2017 Chris McCardell Summer Cruise TBD July 22 - 29, 2017
See details on page 9 WNATR Summer #4 - FYC afterglow August 2, 2017 Chris McCardell WNATR Summer #5 - FYC afterglow August 9, 2017 Chris McCardell August Gen Mbr Mtg August 10, 2017 Mr. Nicks, Trenton WNATR Fall #1 - FYC afterglow August 16, 2017 Chris McCardell Late Summer Cruise - Middle Bass Island August 19 - 20, 2017 Carver & Allison Dumke WNATR Fall #2 - FYC afterglow Augst 23, 2017 Chris McCardell WNATR Fall #3 - GIYC afterglow August 30, 2017 Chris McCardell Jack & Jill Race
September 2017 3, 2017 Bryce Boardman FYC, GIYC & WSSC Tri-club event
WNATR Fall #4 - GIYC afterglow October 2017 6, 2017 Chris McCardell October 2017 Gen Mbr Mtg September 7, 2017 Mr. Nicks, Trenton WNATR Fall #5 - GIYC afterglow September 13, 2017 Chris McCardell WNATR Buoy Pull TBD Bryce Boardman Harvest Moon Cruise—Monroe Boat Club September 23 - 24, 2017 Dan & Peggy Hiller October Gen Mbr Mtg October 5, 2017 Mr. Nicks, Trenton WNATR Awards Night October 20, 2017 Bryce Boardman October Fun Fest TBD TBD
November Gen Mbr Mtg November 2 2017 Mr. Nicks, Trenton WSSC Christmas Party December 7, 2017 Mr. Nicks, Trenton
WSSC 2017 Events Calendar
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Monroe Boat Club
2017 Cruise
Photo Gallery
Thanks to Christy Yee
for
submitting these photos
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Promoting the sport of sailing and seamanship since 1972
West Shore Sail Club
P.O. Box 369
Trenton, MI 48183-0369
E-mail: [email protected]
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CORK BOARD
Buoy Pull 2017
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Member participation in the production of the WSSC monthly newsletter the ‘Starboard Tack’
is encouraged. If you have an article, photo, question, member biography or topic you would
like to see or have published in the SBT, please email the editors at:
West Shore Sail Club Executive Board
Commodore - David Monk
Vice Commodore - Bryce Boardman
Rear Commodore - Lance Yee
Treasurer - David Sakowicz
Secretary - Lori Monk
Membership - Ray King
Activities Chairperson – Sharon Boardman
Fleet Captain Racing - Chris McCardell
Fleet Captain Cruising - Don Baumgartner
Starboard Tack Editors - Joan & John Samuelson
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