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As I sit down to write this column it is sunny, warm and calm; Sea Fever is rampant. The hull is buffed and gleaming, the brightwork shines and the new radar dome is installed; I am anxious to find a fog bank in which to test it (right). Nothing quite like messing about in boats!

A salute to the Watch at our March meeting who presented a delicious spread of homemade goodies; my thanks to Betty and Bob Petrie, and Barb and Mike Soskin. Longtime member Carlyn Stark made a rollicking presentation of her family’s early cruising years in Puget Sound that kept us all in stitches. Her presentation style brought humor and adventure to her summers spent on the Salish Sea. Thank you Carlyn for sharing a part of your life that we all wish we could have experienced.

The Program for our April General Meeting will feature Sara Spaeth, Executive Director of Jefferson Land Trust and founder of Chumsortium, and, Rebecca Benjamin, Executive Director at North Olympic Salmon Coalition. These groups are working toward the health and sustainability of our local salmon species and habitat. You will not want to miss this interesting program. (more…)

Ahoy Fellow Wayfarers;

Deep winter is fading slowly as the earliest signs of spring are beginning to appear. The 2011 cruising season is just around the corner so its time to start planning your springtime boat clean-up/tune-up. Speaking of clean-up, our local pigeon flock has discovered Roundabout’s fly bridge as a cozy roost. Anyone have a good recipe for pigeon pie?

The Watch for our February General Meeting delivered a delicious spread of homemade deserts and treats enjoyed by everyone; our thanks to Carl and Sue Sidle, and Mike and Barb Soskin. Mr. Bob Wise, the new owner of the Hadlock Marina, and Tod Hornick, the new Hadlock Marina Harbor Master, presented their long range plans for the Marina. Many members of the Club moor at Hadlock so Mr. Wise presentation was of keen interest. I believe everyone was encouraged by the stated commitment for a well maintained and managed facility.

Our very own Carlyn Stark will be presenting a brief oral sojourn though her fascinating lifetime of boating experiences at the March General Meeting. Carlyn is a dynamic speaker and her presentation is not to be missed; trust me! (more…)

Avast ye swabs and swabettes;

The traditional transfer of leadership for the Club went off without a hitch at the Change  of  Watch dinner/ceremony last Saturday night. Super Wow! are the words that come to mind in describing what, without a doubt, was the Port Townsend Gala event of the season! Complete with props from the Port Townsend Film Festival, the Rose Theater, private collections of authentic movie memorabilia and a HUGH poster of yours truly, the Change of Watch for 2011 was an extravaganza of epic proportion. Whew! My profound thanks to the many Club members who helped arrange and execute the most extraordinary Change of Watch ever!

In attending their final official function, the 2010 Board of the Port Townsend Yacht Club completed an exceptional year of conducting the business required to make our Club run smoothly. Please join with me in saluting their untiring efforts: Commodore Barb Hager; Vice Commodore (me); Rear Commodore Rick Rezinas; Fleet Captain Galen Peterson; Secretaries Judi Edwards, Katherine Buchanan, Ilona Bell; Treasurer Zoe Ann Dudley (and Harry); Trustee Karen Bolemker; Trustee David Weeding; and Past Commodore Harry Dudley. Our thanks to you all for your generous efforts and hard work. THANK  YOU!

As part of the Change of Watch , of course, the 2011 Board was installed. Our new Board includes: Commodore (Oh Exalted One); Vice Commodore VinceVerneuil; Rear Commodore Rick Rezinas (welcome back); Fleet Captain Jim Quandt; Secretary Rayma Mery; Treasurer Penny Jensen; Trustee Karen Bolemker (welcome back); and, Trustee Alan Lapat. My thanks to all the members of the 2011 Board and I very much look forward to working together in the coming year.

I am truly excited about our forthcoming cruising season; may we have fair winds and calm seas (a little sunshine would be nice too!). Our 2011 Cruising Season Workshop, held on Wednesday, January 5th, was very well attended and together we came up with strong lists of programs, cruises, socials and training.

All of these activities are currently under development/scheduling and if you would like to pitch in and help please give me call. (more…)

Greetings All,

I hope that you are enjoying the festive holiday season!  I know that the Holiday Party at the yacht club really helped me get into the Christmas spirit.  I want to thank the watch crew of Rick & Sandi Rezinas and Jim & Char Quandt.  They really outdid themselves with the fabulous decorations and food!  It warmed us all up a bit to get into some tropical clothing and just imagine that we were some place sunny and dry!

I am in the midst of getting everything arranged for our Change of Watch coming up on January 15th.  I will be gathering those of you that offered to help me soon so we can put the finishing touches on the decorations.  Please check our website for updates.  (more…)