2016 Catalog

At The Kenosha Yacht Club

Table of Contents LETTER FROM THE PRESIDENT OF THE KENOSHA COMMUNITY CENTER 2 ABOUT THE KCSC & HISTORY 3 PARTNERSHIP WITH HARBORSIDE ACADEMY 4 MEET THE SENIOR YOUTH SAILING INSTRUCTOR 5 SUMMER YOUTH CLASS SCHEDULE 2016 6 YOUTH SAILING 7 ADULT SAILING LESSONS 10 SAFETY & ATTIRE 12 LETTER FROM THE COMMODORE OF THE KENOSHA YACHT CLUB 14 ABOUT THE KENOSHA YACHT CLUB 15 PARTNERSHIP BETWEEN THE KCSC & KYC 15 PHOTOS 17 2016 EVENTS AT THE KYC 18 RACING AT THE KYC & BUCCANEER FLEET 19 HISTORY OF SAILING 20 KYC OFF-SHORE RACING 22 KCSC & KYC CONTACT INFORMATION 23 MEMBER PROFILE: JOE DAVIS 24

LETTER FROM THE PRESIDENT OF THE KENOSHA COMMUNITY SAILING CENTER

We are very pleased to offer our 2016 Kenosha Community Sailing Center (KCSC) Catalog. It is a reflection of our current sailing programs, of our community and an invitation to come and be a part of our KCSC activities.

The KCSC, located at the Kenosha Yacht Club at the harbor on beautiful Lake Michigan ,has been established for the purposes of educating youth and adults in the sport of sailing as we partner with the community, local organizations and our schools. Safe and fun sailing, un- derstanding and caring for the waters of our lake and encouraging participation in our racing program are all priorities as we offer opportunities throughout the year.

As President of the KCSC Board, I am excited to offer this catalog and I extend a big thank you to all our advertisers. You have helped assure that the quality of our sailing program continues as we offer sailing lessons for youth and adults this year and we are grateful.

As we look forward to the 2016 boating season, we have included our current class schedule, our contact information and an upcoming schedule of events. More about our programs and registration information can be accessed on our website.

I invite you to enjoy this catalog, read the articles, learn more about who we are, support our advertisers and then come on down to the Kenosha Yacht Club and sail with the Kenosha Community Sailing Center. We hope that you will be captivated by the wonder of our lake, our winds and our sails.

I Wish You Fair Winds and Smooth Sailing

Joyce Rinehart

President, Kenosha Community Sailing Center

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ABOUT THE KCSC

The Kenosha Community Sailing Center (KCSC) is first and foremost an educational collabo- rative effort between the Kenosha Yacht Club (KYC) and local organizations and schools. KCSC’s primary goal is to educate Kenosha youth in the sport of sailing while integrating aca- demic, leadership, and life skills. The KCSC also promotes access to the Kenosha Harbor and the resources of Lake Michigan.

The KCSC is always looking for individuals and businesses who would like to donate boats for use in our sailing program. Unlike other community sailing centers, we do not charge our participants an hourly or daily fee for the use of boats. We’re able to do this thanks to a quality team of individu- als donating their time and labor for the upkeep of our boats and facilities. We also gladly accept goods and services to help us keep our rates the lowest you will find anywhere.

HISTORY: The KCSC was established in the spring of 2008 as a registered 501 (c)(3) non- profit. In the summer of 2009, the KCSC created an introductory sailing course through col- laboration with KYC members and community teachers. In 2009, the KCSC also received a grant to pay for a boathouse building on the KYC dock, which provides the organization work, storage and sail loft space. This building has been instrumental in allowing for the continued growth of the organization. 3

PARTNERSHIP WITH HARBORSIDE ACADEMY Harborside Academy was one of the principle partners at the inception of the KCSC and has joined with the KCSC on a number of projects. Harborside principal Bill Haithcock’s support of the KCSC has been unwavering since its inception.

In fact, three of the founding Board Members of the KCSC were Harborside teachers. Over 100 students of Harborside Academy have learned to sail at the KCSC over the past five years. We hope to increase KUSD participation in the KCSC in the coming years!

The Harborside Racing Team was started three years ago with the help of Bill Haithcock. In the past three years, Harborside Academy has started to compete in High School Regattas as part of MISSA, the Midwest Interscholastic Sailing Association. The racing season goes from April through June in the spring, and September through November in fall. There is also a summer racing series that is open to all and not affiliated with any High School. If your child wants to get involved in racing even if they don’t attend Harborside or is in- terested in starting a team at their High School, please contact the KCSC at: [email protected].

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MEET OUR SENIOR YOUTH SAILING INSTRUCTOR: CHAD “CJ” HOLSTER Chad Holster has been sailing with the Kenosha Community Sailing Center for the past 4 years. By the end of the first day of class he was instantly hooked on sail- ing. His first mentors were John Gransee, Sabastian Dehn, and Bob Spitz. If you ask Chad what he likes most about sailing he would say “Every aspect of sailing is enjoy- able, racing is my favorite part though. Every time you learn something different.” When asked what he likes the most about being a sailing instructor, he responded that “it has to be watching the students grasp concepts of sailing on their own and being able to work as a team with one another by the end of the week.” Chad is a Small Boat U.S. Sailing Certified instructor and teaches sailing for the Kenosha Com- munity Sailing Center. He just graduated from High School and will be attending Gate- way Technical College in the Fall.

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Youth Sailing Lessons Our youth sailing lessons are for young community members ages 8 to 18 who have interest in learning how to sail. The goal of these classes is teaching young students how to confidently sail small one and two-person while having a lot of fun doing so! All of our instructors are U.S. Sailing certified, and will assure that your young sailors are staying safe and learning all the necessary skills in order to set sail. Sailing lessons take place on our very own harbor, with the opportunity for older and more advanced students to eventually go out on Lake Michigan. Classes are available at both AM (8:30-11:30AM) and/or PM (12:30-3:30PM) time slots starting on 6/20.

Youth Class Fee: $ 105 per week for half day class; $ 190 per week for full day class

6/20 - AM or PM Beginner Classes 6/27 - AM Beginner Class or PM Intermediate Class 7/11 - AM or PM Beginner Classes 7/18 - AM or PM Beginner Classes 7/25 - AM Beginner Class or PM Intermediate Class 8/1 - AM or PM Beginner Classes 8/8 - AM Beginner Class or PM Intermediate Class 8/15 - AM or PM Beginner Classes

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Youth Lessons are con- ducted on the following boats: pram O’pen Bic

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A SPECIAL THANKS FROM THE KENOSHA COMMUNITY SAILING CENTER

We would like to extend a very sincere “thank you” to all the businesses that supported this fundraising effort by purchasing an advertisement this year. We would also like to thank the following individuals for their generous cash donations. All the funds raised this year from the 2016 KCSC Catalog will go toward improving the youth sailing program.

2016 Cash Donors The Hastings Family Jim Buck David Burke Ron & Kathy Otto Laura Belsky

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Adult Sailing Lessons The adult sailing program is an opportunity for adults in the commu- nity to learn how to sail at the Kenosha Community Sailing Center in conjunction with the Kenosha Yacht Club. The prices are very afford- able for the invaluable experience that is provided. Student sailors get the opportunity to not only gain knowledge about sailing, but also en- joy the fun of sailing first-hand. The courses include 2 lessons on land and 3 “on-the-water” classes. Adult lesson complexity, durations and fees are as follows:

Intro to Keel-Boating: Monday Classes (5/23 - 6/30) $150 Intro to Keel-Boating: Tuesday Classes (5/24 - 6/21) $150 Intermediate Keel-Boating: (6/28 - 7/19) $175 July - Adult Small Boat Intro Sailing class (7/28 - 7/31) $175 August - Accelerated Beginner Keel-Boat Classes (8/22 - 8/28) $175 Space is limited! Sign up now at: http://www.kenoshasailing.org/2016-summer-class-overview/

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SAFETY & ATTIRE All students and coaches are required to wear a lifejacket (PFD). It is recommended that you bring your own personal lifejacket, which insures your size and fit, but we do have life- jackets you can borrow. Students do not have to know how to swim. However, it is entirely possible that you will end up in the water, so you should be comfortable in deep water wearing a lifejacket. For adult sailors remember it is cool on the water, so please bring a jacket or sweatshirt. Soft-soled shoes (white soles) are required. If it’s raining but there’s no , we will sail, so bring a rain jacket. Sailing is a fun sport, but it can be danger- ous if sailors behave recklessly. Disregard for sailing instructors and reckless behavior will not be tolerated. Students will not be allowed to return. Refunds will not be given to stu- dents who are removed for reckless behavior.

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Good luck on a 2016 Season!

Twenty years from now you will be more disappointed by the things that you didn't do than by the ones you did do. So throw off the bowlines. Sail away from the safe harbor. Catch the trade winds in your sails. Explore. Dream. Discover. - Twain Live your life to the fullest, whether it by land or by sea.

-Ed Montano & Shannon Devine

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LETTER FROM THE COMMODORE OF THE KENOSHA YACHT CLUB The Kenosha Yacht Club is proud of the Kenosha Community Sailing Center and we are thankful to all the volunteers who make it such a great organiza- tion. A special thanks to the sponsors and donors for your generosity. Your contribution helps the KCSC share Kenosha’s greatest natural resource, Lake Michigan.

Even though the KCSC and the KYC are separate legal entities, as you read through this catalog you will start to realize there is a great partnership and many common goals. The primary goal is to making the sport of sailing avail- able and affordable to everyone interested in becoming involved.

We welcome you to join the KYC and enjoy the many benefits of being a member. We offer racing in our Fleet and keel boat racing with racers of varying levels. There is storage for sum- mer day sailors with crane access and winter storage for your power or . We also welcome those who don’t own a boat to become social members. We work to help those interested in the op- portunity to crew on member boats provided you take a class with the KCSC.

As a KYC Member you have a home in every port. Flash your member card to almost any yacht club in the world and feel like a local in a brand new city. Joining the KYC will help to make more friends who share your love of the water. Our Social calendar is filled with exciting events all year long. If you want to learn to sail, as a KYC Member you receive a 10% discount on sailing classes. We are ac- cepting applications for new members and would love for you to join the club.

Here’s to a great season!

Mike Paulin, Commodore, KYC

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ABOUT THE KENOSHA YACHT CLUB The Kenosha Yacht Club (KYC) is located adjacent to the Southport Lighthouse on Simmons Island in downtown Kenosha. The KYC is a member of US Sailing, Lake Michigan Yacht Racing Association, Lake Michigan Sail Racing Federation and the Regional Sailing Association. The KYC is a family oriented club, offering many activities and services for both power and sail enthusiasts. We remain active throughout the year with monthly membership meetings and social activities.

PARTNERSHIP BETWEEN THE KCSC & KYC The KCSC is a collaborative effort with the KYC. Most of the active volunteers of the KCSC are KYC members. The KYC is a social organization with diverse members who feel passionately about pro- moting a cost-effective way to learn the sport of sailing. The KCSC is technically a joint venture with the KYC but has to maintain separate finances and oversight boards so the KCSC can legally maintain its 501(3)(c) tax status.

KYC MEMBERSHIP COSTS: Full Membership: $200 per year + One Time Fee* Social Membership: $120 per year + One Time Fee* Youth Membership: $100 per year Corporate Membership: $300 + One Time Fee*

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Check the calendar page at 2016 Events at KYC/KCSC www.kenoshayachtclub.com for updates Jan-Apr: Thursday Night Cribbage League

January 7th: 10th - Chicago Boat and RV Show

February 12th: St. Patrick's Day Party

April 2nd: April Fools Regatta

April 9th: Annual Racing Winners Dinner

May 7th: KYC Golf Outing, 9am

May 7th: Cinco de Derby Fiesta, 3pm

May 28th: Annual Spring Club Clean-Up Day

June 5th: Annual Blessing of the Fleet

June 18th: KYC/KCSC Open House, 11am - 4pm

June 18th - 21st: US Sailing Level I Small Boat Instructor's Course

August 8th - 12th: Buccaneer 18 North America Championships in Racine

October (TBD): Halloween Party

November (TBD): Commodore's Dinner

December (TBD): Holiday Party & Giving Tree Charity

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RACING AT THE KYC & BUCCANEER FLEET Thursday nights are KYC race nights. In addition, we race on Sundays throughout the summer. Keelboats come to the KYC dock to pick up crew members, and are interested in crewing, just go to http:// www.kenoshayachtclub.com/racing/crew-boat-finder/ to indicate your interest! Lake Michigan’s fastest growing one design fleet is Kenosha’s Buccaneer 18 fleet. The fleet races both Thursday nights and Sundays, which gives everyone plenty of opportunities to get out on the lake. Why is this growing? The Buccaneer is relatively cheap as far as boats go. Competitive boats can be found for as little as $1000. The Buccaneer gives you three-sail racing in a comfortable and stable boat. It is typically raced with a crew of two. “Simple ” is a blast to sail, and easy to maintain. The Buccaneer Class is friendly and family ori- ented. If you are interested in learning more about this style of boat to eventually own and race, contact [email protected]. Summer storage available is on the KYC dock at a rate of $100 for the entire summer. KEY FEATURES: -Great Class for Day sailing or competitive Racing -Fast Design -Sloop Rig, Roller Furling -Integral Spinnaker Launch Tube -It's a "sit in" rather than a "sit on" boat -Easy to trailer, rig and store -Launches from a trailer or crane 19

SAILING HISTORY LESSON

Did you know that by around 3400 BC, sailing ships were used in Egypt on the river Nile? The hulls of these ships were made of papyrus reeds that were bundled together. Later, wood from acacia or sycamore trees was used. They had a single mast with a square sail, which was used in addition to oars when the wind was blowing in a favorable direction. The boats were steered by long oars hanging over the stern.

From about AD 800, the Vikings, began to make voyages across the North Sea to raid coastal ar- eas of Britain and Ireland. They also sailed round the coasts of France and Spain to reach the Mediterranean. The hulls of their long ships, built from overlapping planks (“clinker-built”) riv- eted to frames, were strong and flexible enough for long sea journeys. The ships were also slen- der and shallow in shape—ideal for making journeys up inlets under oar. Viking cargo ships had wider hulls. Viking explorers travelled in them to Iceland and Greenland, eventually reaching North America in about 1000 AD.

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About 150 years ago, large sailing ships called clippers vied with each other to be the quickest on the high seas. Loaded with tea and powered only by the wind, the clippers raced non-stop from China to —more than halfway around the world—in about 100 days. They owed their speed to a huge sail area, designed to take advantage of light winds, and streamlined hulls. When the Suez Canal was opened in 1869, the tea trade collapsed for clippers: they could never be as fast as steam vessels, which could now use the canal to cut off the long route round the Cape of Good Hope. Clippers, such as the British ship Cutty Sark, newly built in 1869, focused on the wool trade and the carrying of immigrants between England and Australia and New Zealand instead, although that, too, soon fell to steamships.

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Offshore Sailing Activities KCSC serves its community in a variety of sailing activities, but the primary of which is sailing training. We are open to all ages, youth to adult. After training lessons, some go on to enjoy sailing exclusively for pleasure e.g. “cruising”. Many choose to participate in the sport of sailboat racing as well either as an owner or crew. In concert with the Kenosha Yacht Club (KYC) the sailboat racer is offered in several options, short course racing on Thursdays and Sundays and long distance racing such as The Queens Cup and The Hook Race. Several KYC members are some of the most accomplished on Lake Michigan winning a host of racing events. An exciting fleet of Buccaneers, one of the largest in North America, makes its home in southeastern Wis- consin. These races involve options such as one of the largest fleets on Buccaneers in North America. These sporty 18’ are fun and best suited for short course racing. The Off-shore option involves keel boats of many sizes from 29’ to 42’ in length. The flagship of KCSC is Magic a 38’ sloop is currently undergoing a thorough refit and being prepared for a busy season of offshore racing. Magic is the stuff of Lake Michigan racing legend. She was purchased new in 1967 and underwent a host of modification’s to improve her racing potential. She has won the prestigious Queens Cup on two occasions and participated in the challenging MAC in over 30 races. Magic won its section on two occasions and finished on the podium in excess of 20 MAC races. Recent years were hard on Magic as she fell into disrepair. She was recently donated to KCSC. Last year volunteers began a total refit, replacing electronics, sails and more. This spring she is getting a new paint job as well as other cosmetic improve- ments. She will race with a full crew as well as several shorthanded races. KCSC trainees interested in serious racing are welcome to join the crew of Magic.

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KENOSHA YACHT CLUB KENOSHA COMMUNITY SAILING CENTER www.kenoshayachtclub.com www.kenoshasailing.org Address: 5130 4th Avenue, Kenosha, WI 53140 Phone: 262-997-9343 Phone: 262-652-2320 E:Mail: [email protected] E-Mail: [email protected] President: Joyce Rinehart Commodore: Mike Paulin Vice President: John Gransee Vice Commodore: Bob Rinehart Rear Commodore: Ron Otto Treasurer: Jim Buck Past Commodore: Ed Montano Secretary: Ellen Pedraza Secretary: Dana Fox Members at Large: Heather McGee, Laura Belsky Treasurer: Chad Niemi Intern: Emily Hastings House Committee: Jim Strouf Committee Chairpersons: Trustees: Andy Cross, Jack Ciesmemier Education: John Gransee/Ron Otto Deb Strouf Communications: Heather McGee Community Relations: Laura Belsky Fundraising: Laura Belsky Boat and Dock: Bob Spitz Volunteers: Yvonne Istok Board Member Emeritus: David Burke

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Member Profile: Joe Davis My first experience with sailing began with a trip to Isle Royale in Lake Supe- rior. While camping there, we ran into two couples who had sailed from New York state, through the great lakes, to a dock on the island. After sitting in the cockpit and admiring the boat (I still don't know what kind it was), I de- cided this needed further investigation. After a Red Cross course in basic sail- ing, my wife Pat and I purchased a used O'Day Daysailer. After one year with the O'Day, we bought our first keelboat, an S2 8 meter. After five years with the S2, we moved up to a 1983 Tartan 3000, and sailed that on Lake Pepin (a wide area on the Mississippi between Minnesota and Wisconsin) for ten years. During this time, and following my retirement as a psychologist, I became interested in sailmaking, and worked for awhile as an apprentice to a sailmaker in the Twin Cities area. Later, I opened my own sail- loft in Lake City, MN, for six years. After we moved to the Chicago area in 2004, we sailed our Tartan on Lake Michigan for a few years, but we began to lose our interest in sailing, and decided to sell the Tar- tan. Big mistake! I'm finding that the love of sailing never dies, so we bought our "last" boat, a 1977 Cal 2- 25, and sailed it across Lake Michigan, from St. Joe, MI, to Kenosha. Pat and I now feel we are not safe out on the water by ourselves (I will be 86 in June, and Pat is almost 80), but we wouldn't trade any of the sail- ing experiences we have had, including trips to the British Virgin Islands, and the San Juan Islands in Wash- ington state. Making and repairing sails for the Sailing Center is one way of staying in contact with sailboats and sailing, and I hope to continue that for awhile.

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