Telltales
	May 2008

Upcoming Events May 1 OK to Park Trailers in our Trailer Park May 3 1st Saturday Series Race May 10 All Boats Out of the Car Corral May 11 Mother's Day Brunch May 13 May Board Meeting May 16 Mayor's Cup Regatta Welcome Party May 17-18 Mayor's Cup Regatta May 25 Indy 500 May 26 Memorial Day Cookout Tra la! It's May! The lusty month of May! That lovely month when ev'ryone goes Blissfully astray. - Camelot Time for tough decisions. Do you actually do all of the boat fix and spruce up items you put on the winter list or just give it a lick and polish and throw it into the water? You know if you just throw it into the water, all the “to do” things will wait till either something breaks or next Spring. Always a hard call! Me? I like the boat to look sharp when I put it in for the first time of the year. I also know that some jobs can easily get harder if postponed. I understand that teak is just as functional without varnish as it is with...but gray wood bothers me. A little sanding and a coat or two of finish makes for a “shipshape” boat..but, only if you do it every year. Wait a couple of years and now you’re talking a project. Clean, scrape, sand, wipe, first coat, sand, wipe, second coat, sand, wipe, third coat, etc. Club Stats Memberships 233 Slip Waiting List 41 (32 Passed) Wet Slips 166 plus 10 temp Water Level 790.52 (790 Normal) Lake Acreage 1,360 Total (850 south end) For the hull, each year I give it at least a good wash and a wax. If not done regularly, eventually the polishing compound and buffer come into play. For me, that is no fun at all. For the cruiser, I like to vacuum below and wash inside the storage areas with “Lysol.” Once you get mold, it is hard to run off. And, then it is off to the rigging, both fixed and running. A loose bolt or a missing cotter key can bring a pleasant sail to a surprising halt. I like to spray the blocks and track I can reach with WD-40. If the rig is down, I spray a paper towel with WD-40 and wipe down the standing rigging. I use a paper towel, because a fish-hook will snare the towel and rip a bit of paper off...lets you know the place to fix (Use the back of a knife and run it back and forth across the fishhook until it breaks off). After everything is inspected and lubricated, it’s off the pressure sprayer to clean the topsides. Throw away the old gas (not on the ground – put it in your car – it won’t hurt a thing). Add New gas, new oil, and install the batteries. I fill up the lower unit on the motor and change the plugs every spring if I remember to do it, but I know others who brag they have never changed a plug. For me, plugs are three bucks I’ll spend to avoid a dead engine in the middle of the lake. Check the tires and lubricate the winch on the trailer...then into the water you go. This all sounds so easy. But we are talking a day or two at least and then it has to be coupled with good weather and a weekend...and the good weather and the weekend have to match-up. I don’t think that has happened yet this spring. Well, there are always “sick” days. I do know that if inclination or circumstance puts this off too long, in a couple of weeks, the need for a sail will overcome my rational approach to spring cleanup and into the water she’ll go. Hope to see you at the wash bay!

Social

Linda Johnson

Great news! Fun things are about to happen. Coming up soon……Sunday, May 11th is Mother’s Day. The Club will be hosting the annual Mother's Day Brunch at 11:30am featuring eggs, sausage, and all the delicious side dishes that YOU bring to share. Bill Harrington and friends will be slaving over our grill to make sure that our MOMs enjoy the best brunch around. Also, not to forget this month, the Club will be hosting the Memorial Day Cook out. This will be held on Monday, May 26th at 5pm. Larry January and his crew will be fixing all the usual burgers and dogs again along with all the sides that members bring to share. Above: Ron & Bill doing the Florida thing during winter! Remember, when bringing your side dishes, please plan on enough food to serve your group and the other attendees. We want to be sure that the last to be served will have as good a selection as the first in line! Please plan to attend these functions, gather together with your family and friends, and enjoy a day of sailing, eating, and visiting at ECSC. The 4th of July Pig Roast still needs an event host. To volunteer, please give me a call! Again, it’s a great way to meet new people and earn work credits toward next year’s dues. Please check the social calendar on the ECSC website for other Club functions coming up! See you soon…on the water!

Harbormaster

Rick Graef

Ralph Merriman

Spring Shuffling It's that time of year for that boat washing and launching to become a regular club activity. Here are a few reminders to make our Club run smoothly: Move trailers to the upper field after May 1st if you have already launched. If it is after May 1st when you launch, move your trailer immediately after launching. Do not block the ramp or beach area with your trailer or car after launching. Make sure boat is secure in your slip. All boats must out of the Car Corral Area before Mother's Day (Mom's really like to park close to their brunch. . . .). Do not park in the marked area under the gin pole unless you are using the gin pole. Remember to back away from the gin pole after use (It has been proven that our rebuilt gin pole is stronger than a mast). 2008 stickers must be on your trailer tongue and port boat bow (Yes, your member number is supposed to be different than last year's number). All boats must be in their proper slips and dry parking spots by June 1st. No boat shall be tied to the “48 hour” dock for more than 48 hours in a seven-day period. Each member is responsible for locking and securing their own property. These are basic things that need to be done every year and with your help, we'll get through the “spring shuffle” with ease. Work Partying Jobs well done to all who participated in the Club Opening work party last month. Our upper-field trailer-parking lot was re-roped and an additional 30 trees planted. We also mulched all of our new trees. The upper shelter was re-set with tables and got a good overall clean-up. Jack Hale and company led our annual mulch and grounds beautification project. Oh...and...raking, raking, raking. . . . Thanks – Spring Work Party crew: Bob Bodish, Les Eigenbrod, Dave Griffith, Lindsey and Bill Hummel, Jane Schmidt, Don Lang, Steve Piepenbrink, Bob Menchhofer, Diane and Joe Lehr, Arnie Sherman, Rick Sprowl, Mark and Mary Wild, John Carmichael, Tony Wright, Phil and Kaitlin Petrucci, Steve and Shawna Schaub, Mike Gray, George Alyea, Wayne Myers, Janet Hickok, Al Wilkins, David Bruce, Nick Marson, and Jack Hale (Hale Lawncare). Above: Installing the RIB Lift Station! If I missed you at the work party, send me a message and I'll make sure you get your work credits. Buoy Room After one of our windy spring days, Ralph had to rescue one of our failing “no-wake” bouys. We are working on replacing these slowly sinking buoys with new floating ones. Water You may have noticed that our bathrooms in the upper shelter are open and we aren't supplying Club members with bottled water. Thanks to Jeff Dorsa for his service to the Club on our spring water testing (we passed). Yeah!!!! No Swimming, Fishing, or Hunting No swimming is allowed in the Club area. This is a legal requirement imposed by the Parks Department and subject to a fine of $150 to the Club and $50 to the member. Any liability incurred because of a member or affiliated person will be assessed to the member or affiliated person. Grounds and Facilities Special thanks to Bill and Kim Grant for taking on the job of restroom cleaning for ECSC for another season. Let's all make their job easier by cleaning up after yourself. In the words of one of my predecessors – The Club is not your Mother! Every member and family member is charged with the general responsibility for maintenance and upkeep of the Club grounds. Members and affiliated persons shall pay special attention to the following: Small children are the responsibility of their parents. Don't let kids get into the fire pit nor play around the sheds. There could be fascinating but dangerous things there. Deposit refuse into the containers provided. No dogs or horses are allowed on the premises. Exception: “Trouble” the goose and bee chaser. Lock the gate from dusk to dawn. Left: Brian Scally in his wetsuit! Dry Parking The Club directory just arrived in my mailbox (great work Pete and Rich). It has the dry parking spaces listed for the new and not-so-new members. Check with Ralph or me if you're confused. It's mostly the same as last year with a few improvements. The map and dry assignments can also be found on the sail-loft, laser shed, and in the upper shelter house. Abandoned Boats If you changed membership status or didn't renew and still have a boat on the grounds, that boat could be subject to removal by proper authorities. Section M of the Club bylaws covers it, but let's not go there, please. Life Lend a helping hand, leave some for the next person, and try and have some fun.

Racing

Janet Hickok

Rob Maxey

Spring is here. Let the good times roll!! Hopefully, everyone has had a chance to check out their boats’ needs and are ready to race! In case you missed it, April 5th, was the Racing Work Party. The day started out completely foggy, so those who went out to the Lake to set the permanent race marks and channel markers had to do so using GPS without any visuals. At the same time, others were pumping up the RIB, 1000 pumps at least. Meanwhile, Brian Scally donned his wetsuit in 38-degree water to assist in placing the Shore Station. Thanks to all who participated. Right: The fog when we started our Racing Work Party April 6th started with a phone call that the pump pontoon boat had sunk (see pic below)! With the help of many members, including our "materials procurement officer" Steve Earnhardt, and "chief duct-tape engineer" Phil Hallstedt, and, again, a wetsuit-owner, a.k.a. Rick Graef, we were able to pull her out of the drink. The motor was able to be salvaged and the welding/repairs have been done. That being said, the racing program is well-equipped and ready to start the season. The first Wednesday race is April 30th, at 6:50pm chaired by Rob Maxey. The first Saturday race is May 3rd, at 1:00pm chaired by Mike Gray. Mayor's Cup Regatta Jeff Drake and his crew have been working all winter to host a first-class Mayor’s Cup Regatta, May 17-18. Please plan to attend as we are expecting 60+ boats! This is open to all racers, and the party is open to all members and their guests. Please RSVP so Jeff can plan accordingly. Mayors Cup Regatta Links Information Flyer Notice of Race Sailing Instructions Registration Form RC Duties Dates to Remember: - April 30 - Maxey - May 3 - M Gray - May 7 - Graef - May 10 - ??? - May 14 - Dorsa - May 17-18 Mayor’s Cup - May 21 - Cunningham - May 24 - Hickok - May 28 - Lowe - May 31 - ???? - June 4 - Hickok - June 7 - T. Hubbard Above: Inflating the RIB Editor's Note: Although I have never raced, I've found that these regattas (like this one) are quite fun to attend...even though you do not race. Much can be learned just by being around these racing sailors...whether at the Welcome Party, watching from your boat, at the Saturday dinner, or at the Sunday awards.

Bailer's Tips & More

The Bailer

Someday only comes around once in your life, on a regular schedule I suppose, but it does keep coming only once.  - The Bailer 5/08 With this thought, I would like to thank all my faithful readers for the kind letters and the flood of questions. I fear I do not have the space, time, energy, nor knowledge to answer all your questions with the attention they deserve. So, I printed them out individually and put them in a large recycling bin and will pull out at random a question and try to answer it as best I can. 1) (via the Internet): Dear Bailer, I have always been a big fan of yours and your lifestyle. How can I become a knowledgeable live-aboard obviously-gifted sailor? Thanks for your time. Justin Dreaming Right: Sinking of our Pump Boat! Dreaming: Well, it ain’t as easy as I make it look...although maybe it is. It depends on what your definition of knowledge would be, or gifted, or even lifestyle. I suppose it was forced upon me to live aboard...it sure beats below a bridge. Hope that helped you with your dream. Bailer. 2) (via note left on my dodger): Bailer! How in the H*!l do I keep certain people from raiding my cooler for food and drink! At Wits End! At Wit’s End: I have never had this problem, I really don’t know what you are talking about. Your neighbor, Bailer. 3) (via the Internet): Mr. Bailer, I am new to this sailing club and I understand you are the go-to guy when someone has a question regarding the sea. I know your boat well from reputation. I would bet it is the only one with 2.5 baths! Wow, what luxury! So, which is the toilet and which is the sink? These sailboat bathrooms have me all turned around. Looking Forward to meeting you! Head Spinning Head Spinning: Well, there is an old saying that I memorized when I spent two years before the mast. The tall one is the sink and the short one is the toilet. This almost always works out. Great question by the way. 4) (via Smoke Signal): …cough…cough…cough, cough, sneeze…sneeze…combination cough and sneeze…cough punctuated by a phlegm hack…over…Just level with me. Just level with me: What? Well, this about wore me out and I cannot believe I made it through all the questions. Now, I will carefully white out the printed pages so I can reuse the paper...always green thinking here on Eagle Ocean. So, keep those cards and letters coming. I am really surprised by the response and enjoy sharing my knowledge. Until we meet again on big blue… Sail on, Sail on.... The Bailer

Membership

Pete Combs

Please join me in Welcoming Our Newest Members to the Club: Jack & Rosie Hensel of Lizton sailing a Flying Scot. Jay & Terri Honeck and their son, Cole from Danville sailing a Hunter 146. Charles & Tracee Fisher and their children Hannah, John, and Sam from Carmel sailing a Laser. Dareen & Tabitha Klem and their daughter, Daniela from Indianapolis sailing an O’Day 25. Carl & Deborah Smudde of Terre Haute sailing a McGruer Van Stat. Above: Wayne doing his S&E thing! Parrish Cameron and his son, Devin from Indianapolis sailing a Highlander. Jerry & Wendy Brickley of Danville sailing a Cape Dory Typhoon. A special thanks to Bob Bodish for putting in our new lock cores so we can start using our new 2008 Keys. Bob has more keys on his belt than a boatswain mate. Aaarg..... Slip Decals will be handled by Jim Hubbard, who tells me they should be installed in a couple of weeks...May weather permitting. Kudos to Jim. Membership directories are being mailed out by the Andrews (Bill, Barb, and Tyler), so look from them in your mail or your neighbors, or whatever. Regarding the 2008 directories, unfortunately in the section where members are listed by membership number, the old numbers from 2007 were used for the printing rather than the new numbers assigned this year. Every few years we compact the assigned membership numbers to reuse numbers that were vacated. A corrected list will be viewable on the website under Membership Info. Membership Count: 215

Safety & Education

Wayne Myers

Ki Hickok

Results from the Weekend Warrior Regatta: Master/Open Class 1. Rick Wood 2. Tom Jennings, Jr. 3. Tyler Andrews 4. Tom Jennings, Sr. Junior - Full Rig 1. RJ Graef 2. EJ Williams Junior - Radial Rig 1. Erika Williams 2. Ryan Wood 3. Austin Graef 4. Becca Hallstedt 5. Kat Petrucci Right: RJ Graef de-rigging after winning the Youth Full Rig Division in the Weekend Warrior Regatta ECSC Junior Sailing School June 9 - 13, 2008 June 16 - 20, 2008 June 23 - 27, 2008 This is our 6th year with this junior sailing program! The slots fill up fast! We had so much fun and sailing last year that we are adding yet another week to the program! Sign up early to get your choice of weeks (or all three)! Ages 10 - 18 Equipment/Boats provided...3 new Lasers added. 9am - 3pm (changed) 1 week: $150 2 weeks: $275 3 weeks: $385 Class size limit:  20 $25 per week discount for prior school attendees Note: We will watch your child from 3pm to 5:30pm to accommodate a later pickup ($30/week). Two US Sailing certified Instructors this year Two additional instructors from our Junior Sailing Team Bring your own lunch. Drinks/Water provided Clean restrooms, no pets Water games Some classroom learning Must know how to Swim Must have own life jacket Non-Members welcome Download the registration form Here. Parents feed back that the kids really have fun with this program. Gift certificates are available to gift to a child you know Contact: Wayne Myers 317-852-9692 Fax 23 Motif Blvd S-106 AlarmCo @ NetDirect . net Brownsburg, IN 46112 Checks to: ECSC Note to ECSC Members: Work credits will be offered this year for assistance with this program!! ECSC Summer Sailing School Almost every Saturday all summer Starts Saturday, May 10th, 9:30am May 10 May 24 May 31 Free to Club Members $25 per class for Non-Members Basic Sailing 101 Life Jacket Required Classroom, Rigging, Knots, etc And, for you harder core sailors who want to get wet, we teach Laser sailing after 12:00 noon with our advanced class. Lots of line time with windward and downwind practice. We will supply the boat and sails... class ends around 17:00 hrs. Contact: Wayne Myers AlarmCo@NetDirect.net Above: Pizza Fest after the Weekend Warrior Saturday racing

Ship's Store

Al & Burnie Wilkins

For May, the Ship's Store will be open on May 11th (Mother's Day) and May 26th (Memorial Day). As mentioned in the past, we are willing to meet folks at the Club for individual items at any other time.. Just call 317-417-1653. Note: sizes will be limited at the Mother's Day sale due to a supplier order backlog. However, inventories will be current for Memorial Day.

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