News from the Bridge
Rick & Laurie have retired and are relocating to Rhode Island. They will be leaving SHM and HBYC for Rhode Island by the end of May on their boat Water Colors.
Join us to Say Farewell and for Appetizers, Cocktails and Cake
Saturday, May 19 at 5:30 p.m.
Please bring an appetizer to share and your favorite beverage.
It is with deep regret I wish to inform the club of the passing of Charlene Malloch, Manager of Scudder Marina on Pelee Island.
Anyone who has sailed to Pelee met and knows Charlene. Brenda and I considered her a friend, loved talking to her, and looked forward to renewing our friendship each year when we visited Pelee. We had already started thinking about seeing her this year on our Island Unplugged cruise. I know we will both miss her.
You may view her obituary and leave condolences by following the link below:
R/C Russell Marcks
It’s that time of year again. The air is filled with the aroma of diesel and the sounds of power tools. Doves are nesting on every nook in the boatyard and West Marine is welcoming yourmoney back with open arms. Like freshly hatched turtles, boats are returning from the lotto the lake and this season is now upon us. I wanted to takea moment to update everyone on a few quick things:
Thanks to Larry Hurst and the rest of the building committee for building and installing the new table storage cabinets. Vice Commodore Harvey Rickert took to the task of finish painting the cabinets. Getting rid of those piles of folding tables was anice visual and safety improvement.
Our Rear Commodore Russ Marcks organized a wonderfulbrunch on Sunday. Firelands winery was such a good choice and it was nice kick the season off with so many familiar faces. I’m always anaficionadoof starting the day off with a few glasses of wine.
The complete calendar is now on the events page of our website. Our new social chair Pat Altherr has some fresh ideas, and we are very glad to have a person to fill this position.
Don’t miss the cruising page of the website. Cruising director Art Harden has another busy year planned. Cruise registration forms were due a few weeks ago in April, but there are a handful of slots if you are interested in a particular cruise. Art has asked me to remind you that if you are going to the Pelee Island Unplugged Music Festival to buy your tickets now. Events on Pelee have limited capacity, so don’t miss out. Also if you wish to cruise to Middle Bass independent of the rest of that cruisecontact Art ASAP so he can arrange a slip if available.
We are still looking for a race chairperson and racing event coordinators. We will be having several races this year including the annual Stein Race on July 7th. We also have a Robby’s voice race planned again for September 15th. The courses and formats for these races are still up for discussion and your input is welcomed and appreciated. Stay tuned for details on any impromptu fun races that may pop up.
The website is now our primary point of contact and information. If you know of someone who does not get the email alerts directing them to the website, please have them contact our webmaster Kevin Irwin at hbycwebmr@gmail.com . He has put together a very mobile friendly schedule. Thanks Kevin!
I’d like to say thanks again to our outgoing commodore George Harizal. Your service to HBYC was appreciated. Erinn and I are looking forward to another beautiful season with the HBYC family and would like to wish everyone a joyous summer.
We're sold out!
This year's Commodore's Brunch is being exceptionally well attended with 53 persons registered and confirmed. However, Firelands Winery has warned me they can accommodate NO MORE than 53 persons due to fire code / occupancy regulations. I guess what I am tactfully trying to say is that any last minute decisions to attend can no longer be accommodated by the winery due to occupancy issues outlined by state law.
I thank everyone for your support of your Commodore and this event.
RC Russell Marcks
By Vice Commodore - Harvey Rickert
Here it is, mid April, and activity is beginning in earnest as boats are getting pulled out of storage, readied for launch.
The Building Committee has been busy making improvements in and around the clubhouse. P/C Larry Hurst, P/C Mike Zofchak, Bob Brandt, and Chris Crall are making table storage cabinets that not only have great functionality, but also aesthetically improve the interior of our clubhouse. Let them know you appreciate what they do and better yet, volunteer to assist when you have a little time.
Thank you very much for your time and work for the HBYC members!
This year’s brunch is hosted by Firelands Winery in their newly added Osteria Gusto Exposition Kitchen. We have a great menu and a great program.
Sun. April 29th: The Commodore's Brunch
Time: 10AM to 1PM
Location: Firelands Winery
For details click here: 2018 HBYC Commodore's Brunch
RSVP to RC Russell Marcks ASAP
Last call on membership renewals!
If you have not done so already, send your membership renewals in ASAP. If you have any questions or need another renewal form, click on this link to contact the --> HBYC Membership Committee.
On April 7th, the membership renewal data was used to refresh the email subscriber list, as well as updating the membership roster that is in the Members Only Section of the website. If you have any questions about accessing the members only section OR about the emails from HBYC contact the HBYC Webmaster.
P.S.
Special thanks to Sue Henry for creating the membership roster!
One of the the suggestions from membership last year was to add an events calendar to the website. It was determined that the most mobile friendly approach to this request was to create a list of events rather than a calendar view.
The Calendar can be accessed from the What We Do Menu.
Check it out: 2018 HBYC Events
This approach to the calendar is easy to maintain - and allows the Bridge to make changes to the calendar quickly.
So “Save the Dates” and keep an eye on the 2018 HBYC Events Calendar!
Commodore Don Petsch and the Bridge invite you to the 2018 HBYC Commodore’s Brunch...the ‘Official Start’ of our sailing season. This year’s brunch is hosted by Firelands Winery in their newly added Osteria Gusto Exposition Kitchen. We have a great menu and a great program. Following brunch, and in keeping with the Rum Runners theme of our Winter Rendezvous, we will have an historical tour of this 128-year-old winery…and what winery tour would be complete without a wine tasting? Certainly not this one!
Sun. April 29th: The Commodore's Brunch
Time: 10AM to 1PM
Location: Firelands Winery
For details click here: 2018 HBYC Commodore's Brunch
RSVP to RC Russell Marcks
We just wanted to take a moment to update the club on a turn of events for Robby’s Voice. As you know, we were invited by the court system of Medina to run Robby’s Recovery Center and eventually purchase the property and full ownership of the center. This was the result of 5½ years of effort and the fulfillment of a dream. The first five months met and exceeded all expectations having had more than 3000 sign ins spread over 20 weekly meetings, well attended social events and recognition by a number of state and local organizations. Effective February 2, 2018, we have officially terminated our involvement with the center and have removed ourselves from the board of directors. The courts decided to modify the original plan to include a full service 5 star restaurant and include alcohol as a menu item. This was done over the objection of the board but the courts control the grant money. As an organization we made our decision after consulting with a number of people involved in recovery at a high level and our own personal beliefs. Simply, we could not agree to something that went against our values. There is more involved here but suffice to say that we are disappointed.
But, fear not. Since our widely supported decision, we have been contacted by the ADAMHS Board of Medina, a State Representative, the Kiwanis and several other organizations, to partner with them on a new venture. We are exploring all opportunities. In addition, the Mercy Health System, with locations across Ohio, has asked us to develop a program to bring to all their locations to better educate the medical staff. The Ohio High School Athletic Association has also asked us to partner with them on an educational program and our Family Matters support group has been so successful that similar models are being developed throughout the county with our assistance. Medline Industries, a large medical supply company, has invited us to explore other avenues to help fight against this epidemic. We have enough to keep us busy for a while.
We just wanted to bring the club up to speed before the rumors fly since Harbor Bay Yacht Club has been so supportive. See you all in the spring.
