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Editor: Mona Vieregg
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September 2010
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Hola!
Are you ready
for some partying? |
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Commodore's Report: by Bob Dorman,
Commodore
At the last Seafarer Social, a
valued member came up to me and asked, “Why are we not
having ‘Turkey Day’ this year?” After all we’ve had it
every year for at least the past five seasons. Now in
fairness, this member has previously served on our Board
of Directors; his spouse has also served, so I
understand his frustration. The simple answer is that we
can not host a Turkey Day event unless someone
volunteers! I’d like to have it; many of you would like
to have it; but without a leader/coordinator, it can’t
happen. This logic also applies to events like the Poker
Run, Jazz Brunch, Mardi Gras and the many other events
that all have enjoyed in the past.
Clubs like the Seafarers can only
exist if members are willing to step up and volunteer to
make things happen. This applies to serving on the Board
as well as running cruises and social events. Without
volunteers we cannot continue to run even the big events
such as the Regatta, the Change of Watch or Morris
mania. The minimal dues we collect just pay for the
supplies and outside entertainment. The rest is up to
YOU.
Let’s all pitch in and keep the
Seafarer’s reputation as the Best Boating Club in Punta
Gorda!
See you on the water,
Bob
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Membership Report: by Mona Vieregg (for Ron Robinson, Membership Director)
Our membership is at its maximum of
275 members and we currently have several couples on our
waiting list anxiously awaiting space to join our fun
club. If there are any members who find that their
circumstances have changed and they cannot participate
in our activities any longer, we would appreciate their
calling us to remove their names from our roster in
order to make room for others.
Ron
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Education Report: by Scott Eason and
Jack Gardner, Education Directors
 
Boat Handling and Anchoring
A video
presentation was given at the July 27 Seafarers General
Meeting; this DVD can be borrowed by Seafarer members
for home viewing by contacting Commodore Bob Dorman.
Using two
experienced boatmen, the video covers the following
topics in this order:
I) Twin
engine for outdrive, I/O and inboard
a) line use for docking with side tie
b) undocking and departure
c) docking, side tie and slips
II) Single
engine for outdrive, I/O and inboard
a) line use for docking with side tie
b) undocking and departure
c) docking, side tie and slips
III) Man
overboard with a Lifesling demonstration
IV) Rafting
up
V) Rules of
the road
VI) Anchoring
Basics of
each of these are presented and it is a beneficial for
beginners and a nice refresher for the experienced.
Happy boating
Scott and
Jack
Cruising News: by Joe Ferry, Cruise Director
The dog days of summer sure say it’s
too hot, but a few of us are out on the water. Gary Kline’s
cruise to Palm Island on July 23 was canceled due to a
threatening tropical depression but has been rescheduled for
October 8-10. Ten Seafarers on 5 boats showed up for the
Pelican Bay overnight on August 13-15 and celebrated the
anniversary of Charlie. It was hot but we had nice breezes.
As of this date, the following cruises
are planned:
| Dates |
Cruise |
Cruise Leader |
| September 10-12 |
Useppa Island |
John Miller |
| September 24-26 |
Cape Harbour |
Lance Kemp |
| October 8-10 |
Palm Island |
Gary Kline |
| November 5-7 |
REGATTA, Burnt Store
Marina |
Linda Supakoff |
Go to the Activities Calendar or use
the links below and sign up!
See you on the water!.
Joe
(Click
appropriate image below for information and to sign-up
-- if no form appears, check that pop-up blocker is off)
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Social Events: by Jan Murphy &
Mona Vieregg, Temporary Directors
 
Don’t
forget to sign up for the Darts Challenge on
Sunday, September 12 – you don’t need to be a
“Darts Champ” to participate. Just attend for
the fun of it all. The sign up is on our
Calendar as well as the link below!! Then
in
October we'll have a Progressive Dinner on Saturday,
Oct. 16 -- a great new event you won't want to
miss. Click on the calendar or the link below to sign
up. Other social events for October will be
appearing on the Calendar also, so keep checking
for something new!!
Socials remain a hit at St. Andrews Golf Club
every 2nd and 4th
Thursdays – see you there!
Jan & Mona (Click
appropriate image below for information and to sign-up
-- if no form appears, check that pop-up blocker is off)
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Events at a Glance
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Click here to check the Calendar for updates/signups
September
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Raftup at Sunset Lake
Social at St. Andrews
Country Club 5-7 pm
Useppa Island Cruise
Seafarers Night at Ice House Pub
Social at St. Andrews Country Club 5-7 pm
Cruise to Cape Harbour
General Membership Meeting 5:30 pm PGICA |
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The Sunshine Lady
For
the summer, Jan Murphy has graciously agreed to bring
sunshine to Seafarers dealing with illness or a
death in the family. Please alert her at
janicemurph@comcast.net or
941-916-0330.
Communications Report: by Mona Vieregg, Communications Director
Two of our members had surgery this
month and I’m happy to say that they are both home and
improving each day. Carmella Faello and Billy Babineau send
their thanks to all the members for the flowers, cards, and
good wishes - they appreciated all of our concerns.
Mona
Membership Meeting Minutes -- Click here to view.
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Original
Newsletter Layout Design: John Magnin |
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