COMMODORE
Summer is here, it’s hot, the wind is sometimes
here, sometimes not, but at least we have plenty of water!
No drought under my watch !
My committee heads report that everything is going
fine.
Look at the corral with the new rope. Aren’t we just looking real spiffy?
At our Board meeting July 9th, parents Tony & Joyce Hubbard and Chuck
Andrews made a presentation to the board wishing to establish an ECSC
Junior Program. This program mainly
serves the 10 – 18 year old child while our Little Eagles program serves
beginners and younger children. Their
long-term wish list is to enlist our youth, along with their parents, to
develop a program with I-LYA (Inter-Lake Yachting Association) for racing,
learning, and experiencing sailing. This
is a wonderful youth program. I am sure
other articles in this issue will address this new program. If you want more information, you may contact
either the Hubbards or Chuck Andrews.
One FINAL plug for the
Commodore’s Dinner and Dance Saturday evening August 17th. This is not a pitch-in. Just bring yourselves and your best Hawaiian
shirt. I am planning a buffet followed
by dancing provided by the DJ. I need
you to make your reservations with a $10 per person deposit prior to August 5th
so that we can plan the buffet. Support your Club - ATTEND! Check the flyer inside for more details.
One final note. Our lake has unfortunately experienced three drownings this summer.
Remember, swimming is not allowed in any part of Eagle Creek Reservoior (besides the beach area) or alongside your
boat. This also means at the Club’s
beach or at your dock. You can be fined
and the Club can be fined as well. Also,
NO alcohol is allowed on the water.
Conservation officers have the right to board your boat and inspect
coolers and life jackets.
OKAY - enough Public Service Announcements – it’s my
job.
Be safe and have fun. ---
Until next month- see you on the water.
Larry January, Commodore
HARBORMASTER
Hello fellow Club members. A lot of activity has taken place in the past
month, from social, to sailing, and generally enjoying the Club. Rick
and I have not been hugely busy with projects this past month ...but with
trying to get boats into their proper parking spaces, labeling the 48-hour
docks, etc. A few members indicated to
me that they did not realize the north side of the 48-hour dock was available –
we probably have space for 12-14 boats at any given time with the north side
and the 4 fingers on the south.
We have had some more donations of lawn furniture
and umbrellas by Paul Schenkel – thank you!
I had purchased one umbrella and stand for the D-Dock picnic table
(unofficially known as Christy’s Corner)
and it was an overwhelming hit. People
have been having their meals now in a nice area of shade. Dick
Taylor bought a second one and then Paul was kind enough to supply us with
more for the other picnic tables. If
everyone would put the umbrellas down when you are finished, they may last for
a while and through a few storms. It is
so very nice to have some shade on these 90-degree days!!!
We will have some new signs posted soon, NO Swimming
– as per the Park Department ...and NO Parking. Please do not block boats or empty trailers
with your car. The empty trailer means OUT SAILING and will not be able to
haul their boat out when they come in if your car is blocking the trailer. Or worse, if you park in front of the trailer and boat, NOT ABLE TO GO SAILING!!!
That is a good reason for Keel Hauling if you ask me. If you don’t know what Keel Hauling is, I am
sure Tailor will have it in his Tips soon!
Also, No Parking on the gravel access road by the top of the shelter
house. The caterer almost did not make it through with their truck the last
event. Rick and I are definitely working
hard to free up more space.
I have had some last minute sublets of slips, but it
has definitely slowed down. If anyone is
going on vacation and taking your boat out, call me. We have some very grateful trailer sailors
that have been able to get wet for a week or two at a time.
We are printing the current Slip Wait list next
month (no room this month). All members
without slips are supposed to be on it.
I think we are close to having everyone.
PLEASE check it for your name. If
you do not see your name and want to be on the list, call me and I will get you
in the proper spot on the list. This is
VERY important before we start assigning available slips next March.
Sue’s going away party was fun
and we will miss you – best wishes in
Christy Merriman, Harbormaster
LADIES FOR SAIL
Thar's riches on the high seas,
I'm told, and the lovely and talented skipperinas aim
to find it !!
We'll set sail at
We'll need to bring vessels, crew, and our own
rations of food and drink. Treasure
"maps" will be provided.
T-shirts can be had for a mere pittance.
As always, the notorious pirate ships will be lurking…
Janet Hickok, Chief Piratess
RACING
ECSC Regatta Results
Red Fleet Comet
1.
Leeman 1. Chapman
2.
3.
Brehob 3. Harmon
Blue Fleet Hobie
1.
Pankhurst 1. Hickock
2. Ganyard
Green Fleet
1.
Andrews
2.
Schaub
3.
Hollingsworth
For more information, check out www.ecsail.org.
We also wish to thank Phil & Tom Tate, Bruce Cameron,
Rick Sprowl, and Mark Mallaby for their help running
this regatta.
Other Racing News
It has come to our attention
that some racers in the Red Fleet, that foul other boats, are not doing their
turns. On the other side of the coin,
racers that are being fouled are not flying the red flag. Please, if you foul a boat, do your turns. And, if you’re fouled, fly the red flag.
Sportsmanship and the Rules
Competitors in the sport of sailing are governed by
a body of rules that they are expected to follow and enforce. A fundamental principle of sportsmanship is
that when competitors break a rule, they will promptly take a penalty or
retire. (RRS)
Upcoming Events
August 9th is the next single-handed race date.
August 31st is the 5 for 5 regatta. See Capt. Leeman for more information on the
starting time.
September 7th and 8th is the
Governor’s Cup.
Race Committee News
We have received two e-mails from boaters on the
public side. Both are about our Club
having the starting/finishing line too close to the public docks and Rick’s
Cafe. Please do not set the line
around this area !
Race Office
MEMBERSHIP
The heat of July has brought us two new members, one
returning member, and one social member.
Please welcome these four new members and their families:
Michael and Sandy Meade will be sailing an O'Day 192
with their children Nicolette
and Jacquelyn.
Barry Harvey and Rae Logan are looking for a boat to sail with their children Alexia and Emily.
Ted Britton has returned as a Social
member.
Jeff Shelley and his daughter Christina have returned and will be
sailing on their
New members joining in 2002 are: 18 regular/family members, 3
returning members, and 2 social members.
Mike Kaschak,
Membership
SOCIAL
Greetings everyone. It is hard to believe that July is about
over. This means that we only have a few
more social events before the season is finished. Thanks to Greg & Carole Branham and all of their helpers for a great July 4th Pig
Roast. As always, there was
plenty of pork and corn on the cob left over for those lucky folks that stayed
later to take home.
Be sure to get your reservations in for the
Commodore’s Dinner on August 17th. Larry is planning a big Hawaiian theme
party that should be lots of fun. A new
dance craze called the Erkel has emerged over the
past social events. Bruce Cameron is the expert “Erkeler,”
however many others know the steps and I know they would all be glad to give
anyone interested a quick lesson. And
believe me, one quick lesson is all anyone will need to “get in the groove.”
Our next social will be the Labor Day cookout on
Monday, September 2nd. Our hosts again
this year are Richard & Angie White. Thanks in advance to the Whites and all of
their crew for making this event so great.
Also, mark your calendars for the Hornback Chili Cook-off for later in
October.
See you all around the Club….
Edna Sprowl, Social Queen
TAILER’S TIPS & TALES
Welcome to the world where make-believe meets
reality; it's Tailer's Tips & Tales. If you are interested in spitting out a few
stories or facts on current events, or writing for this column ... please
contact Evan and remind him that I
should be due for a raise. As you read
these lines and I look back at you through the very paper that you hold in your
hands, I realize you skipped a few articles before you settled first on this little
mess, thanks! How, you ask, can I see
this? Well, if I can talk to dogs, I can
do pretty much
anything I want to, don't you think?
Some of you guys need to put your shirts on. We are going to be moving along at a pretty
good clip on this one, so try to keep up. For a free transcript of this month’s
article, please feel free to write down everything that I say.
Trouble, this Staff Writer's Special Investigative Reporter,
has been hot on the heels (literally) of a tip that’s only a month old. Dogs just don't have a sense of urgency on
some things. Well, it looks like that
sucker Colin is going to bite the
bullet for the first time. It seems he
is going to marry the gorgeous Jenni Graf. He may be a sucker for love, but he sure can
pick 'em! The best to you guys from
everyone here at Telltales and the Club.
Amidst all the recent
mishaps on the lake, we should all be aware of our Club's excellent safety
record. We have saved a few fellow
boaters over the years and our lake is safer because of our Club’s very
presence. This Sailing Club attracts
sailors with years of experience with water craft. We have a history of safety
and sailing training that is unrivaled on our lake. We should be proud of our record and stand by
it by promoting safety in the future.
On the lighter side of this paradise, The Big
"C" is having his dinner dance this month, so check the date.
Get yer tips right here:
Tip 1) Doo bring me a
grate big bon. With
lots of meet on it.
Tip 1) Leav all cars open
with fud on the frunt seet.
Tip 1) Quit tuching
one-eye, it maks me verry mad!
Tip 1) Sum of you hav gurl dawgs, bring them out soon.
Tip 1) Yes I hav to lay in the road. It
is my road annyhow.
Driv around me or park sumwher els.
Tip 1) Catch burds and giv them to me.
Tip 1) Whut is in yur coolr? Share watr!
Tip 1) Nevr
step on my tale … evr.
Tip 1) Annybuddy bin stung
latly? Tel me wher they ar.
Tak yor
flys home with yu, I hat thum.
Tip 1) Did I menshun gurl dawgs? OK Im
dun.
Sorry about that, I forgot that dogs can't
count. You might as well stand by for
more.
Your powerful prolific pondering pundit without a
purpose…..
Tailer,
The De-staffinator
SAFETY & EDUCATION
Sail
It is hard to believe we have completed all the Sail
Indiana classes. Our participants have
demonstrated the ability to sail through all points of wind, capsize &
upright their Lasers, and respond efficiently to man-overboard situations.
A willingness to learn and the spirit to experiment, especially in the
light-air Saturdays, have contributed to the Sail Indiana fun this season.
Looking forward to seeing Sail Indiana 2002 sailors on the water!
CPR
A dozen members attended the introductory CPR class
last month. Katie Gunn made an outstanding presentation and recommended a real
CPR certification class. So, here's your
chance if you missed it to become official.
A few hours in September could make the difference between life and
death. Contact me at 852-9227 or email bobbyc12345 @aol.com for further details.
Bob Hickok, Safety & Education Assistant
ECSC YOUTH SAILING PROGRAM
I’m very happy to report to
the Club and its members that the first Youth Sailing Program was a great
success. The kids ranged in ages from
Wayne Myers
2002 REGATTA
SCHEDULE
Single Handed Race August 9
5 for 5 August 31
Governor’s Cup September 7/8
Highlander Cup September 7/8
Highlander Cup September 14
Hornback October 12/13
Thanksgiving November 29
FOR “SAIL”
Need to sell Highlander 'cause my family says
"no more centerboard trunks for us".
Painted (Interlux Largo Blue) Fiberglass
D&M hull #815, mostly foam re-cored, with aluminum mast, boom, and
removable motor mount. New halyards
(quick-ups) installed 2000. Two full
sets of older sails in good condition, new spinnaker pole. Original tilt trailer/bunks
with new trailer jack. Asking just $2,950.
Contact: Steve Myers
(stevelm@comcast.net)
Two (2) sails for sale. A 110% and a 150%. They're from my 23 foot O'Day. The 110 is a Neil Pride and the 150 is
unknown. I would like $100 for both of
them and I’ll throw in the sail bags as well.
Rick Phillips 293-8688 or
iurap53@juno.com.