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www.MountVernonYachtClub.com Volume 48 No. 1 January 2011 The Bosun’s Whistle Submitted by Ron Reinsel, Commodore As the holiday festivities begin to fade and we await the start of a new boating season, we at MVYC have much for which to be thankful: a strong and vibrant membership, a beautiful Club facility that is always teeming with activities, a lovely (and full) marina, and most of all the greatest group of people to call our friends and fellow members. Many thanks also go to all of the Club members who made the holidays so joyous – from decorating the House and Club Christmas tree, to caroling in the season with a Christmas Party feast, bringing in Santa for the Children’s Party and tossing the Club’s ever wonderful New Year’s Party. It is the dedication and spirit of the members that makes this place so special. continued on Page 3... By Popular Request, The Words To The Commodore’s Ball Song 2010 As sung by Dave Walker Contributed by Amy Walker Jeff Kirkland, Jeff Kirkland, boy that guy’s tall, Bob and Pam Beggan took a long cruise. He cleans up so nice for the Commodore’s Ball, Lots of provisions and room for some booze. With his wife Luanne, she’s as good as it gets. In South Carolina they took a hard tack, You go out his boat you’re gonna get wet, Fell off on dry land, damn near broke his back. Oh oh it’s submersible. Oh oh next time, buy a ladder. Gene with a last name that just doesn’t rhyme, Joe Fitzgerald man, what a shame: He had to be there at the scene of the crime. They broke into your boat, they sullied your name. The Oktoberfest kidnap with no ransom note, The thieves looked around but they found no loot, We found him hog tied on Jerry Gray’s boat. So they decided to leave you some poop. Oh oh to get Jerry in trouble. Oh oh say Stanley Steamer. Alexi, Alexi, yeah he’s our greek god, Dave Walker, Dave Walker sings us a note, How could he not be with that beautiful bod. You got but one motor that’s pushin’ your boat. We want to thank you for all that you do, With Amy on board that’s my piece of class, I’ll be first to say this Bud’s for you. One thing is for sure: we did not burn much gas. Oh oh better make it a Bud lite. Oh oh maybe next year. Jim Fahey, Jim Fahey bought his boat from Bill, Our fence and our gate: what a great look! We’ll skip the directions and just run the drills. It was erected to keep out the crooks. It was his first raft up, we’ll give him a pass, Now the pirates they can’t come by land, As long as he learns the gear from the gas. It only cost us about fifty grand. Oh oh party crasher. Oh oh they can still come by water. Steve Donock, Steve Donock boy, what a boat! Bill Gard, Bill Gard what will you do? I can only imagine how much was that note. Your reign is over, it’s sad but its true. If you cut cross his bow, he’ll shoot a look, We want to thank you for all that you’ve done. As long as he’s sittin’ on a telephone book. Grab your wife and your Kettles and go have some fun. Oh oh cuz the seat’s so low. Oh oh don’t forget Wrigley. The Beacon, published monthly by the Mount Vernon Yacht Club WELCOME ABOARD Submitted by Lauren Bazel, Membership Chair PUBLISHED MONTHLY BY THE MOUNT VERNON YACHT CLUB “Good seasons start with good beginnings.” 4817 TARPON LANE ALEXANDRIA, VA 22309 Sparky Anderson RON REINSEL, COMMODORE The start of the New Year brings with it many opportunities for MVYC members. As we look ahead, here are a few items to BEACON STAFF keep in mind as we gear up for a busy 2011. Editor: Bart Hewitt Production: Blair Beggan Photographer: George Holthaus On January 6th at 8pm, we will have our monthly membership meet Photographer: Russell Poe ing. This is a particularly important meeting where the main topic will Circulation: Delong Litho be a discussion of our 2011 budget. I encourage all members to attend. Each of us invests a great deal of time, talent, and funds to BEACON EDITOR this club. Participating in the business of running it is central to how 9123 Cherrytree Drive we ensure continued returns on those investments. Alexandria, Virginia 22309 Phone 7037990401 In mid January you all will be receiving the annual dues and fees All Club members may submit articles, letters notice, along with the annual volunteer form. Once again, in order to and notices for editorial review and possible reduce the costs of printing and distribution, we will be sending out publication. Submission by email or com an electronic file that you can fill out electronically and then print, pact disc is encouraged. sign and mail with your check. By typing in the information on the electronic form before printing, you can help us guarantee that all © COPYRIGHT 2010 MOUNT VERNON YACHT CLUB names and addresses are spelled correctly and that email addresses ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. are right. Nothing is left to creative handwriting analysis! Cover artwork by Don Cannavaro Finally, a word about the volunteer form. MVYC relies on its volun Deadline for Next Issue: teers. It is expected that all members will volunteer in some capacity 15th of the month so that the Club can continue to provide quality activities and main tain our grounds and facilities. As the saying goes, “Membership has [email protected] its privileges” and one of those privileges is working together on a Upcoming Meetings... social event, on keeping the grounds maintained, on helping with Upcoming Meetings... marina and house projects, or becoming active in the power or sail fleet. The time you spend at MVYC is definitely well spent building the sense of camaraderie that makes this Club unique. If you have questions about the volunteer form, or ideas for new ini tiatives, please feel free to contact me or any member of the Board. Membership Meetings Toon Fleet News January 6 by Bartonius du Mont V’non February 3 As I write this (idiotic) article, it has been snowing. All day. But the at 8:00 pm 1st Thur of the month intrepid Toon Fleet captains are not perturbed. Back when cold weath er was first predicted by such authorities as Tom Kierein, Bob Ryan and Sarah Palin, the Toon Fleet was moved out of the water and into its cov Board Meetings ered Toon Port. Several congresspersons dropped by to ask if they January 17 February 21 could store their surplus pork and earmarks on board for the winter; but at 7:30 pm we refused, of course. Donovan McNabb and Brett Favre stopped in, 3rd Mon of the month asking if we had any work for them; but we refused them as well, know ing that they were old and no longer reliable. Rush Limbaugh also came by, complaining that storing pork on board was a much too liberal use Social Committee Meetings January 10 for the toon. Finally, late in the day, the visits stopped. Evelyn and I February 14 toasted the Toon Fleet with substantial glasses of Coke, holiday at 7:30 pm enhanced with Captain Morgan’s Spiced Rum, silently agreeing that, in 2nd Mon of the month the Toon Fleet world, life is good. The Beacon Page 2 Vol.48 No.1 Bosun’s Whistle from Page 1... Personal Safety Tips Contributed by Jack O’Malley We also welcome in a new decade at MVYC and celebrate a very significant The following personal safety tips were provided by Remember – Your safe event – the Club’s 55th anniversary ty is paramount – always err on the side of caution. year. Yes, we have reached the “dou ble nickels” age and intend to cele Safety While Shopping Shop during daylight hours whenever possible, and know exactly where you brate accordingly. Not with a seniors park your car. If shopping at night, park in welllit areas. If parking during buffet, but with a hopping midsum daytime to return at night, make sure the area will be lit when you return. mers party. Let that thought warm Avoid shopping alone. Carry keys, cash and credit cards separate from each you during these cold winter days. other and be constantly paying attention to your surroundings. Avoid carry ing large amounts of cash, avoid carrying a purse, use a fanny pack or deep As the year turns, both around our pockets in clothing to carry what you need. Limit the number of credit cards own homes and at the Club, it is also that you carry. If you must carry a purse, carry it close to your body, always time to turn our attention to paying zipped or snapped. Be aware of strangers “accidentally” bumping into you. the bills. Isn’t it ironic that the tax Pickpockets use this as a diversion. forms arrive in the mail right after the Avoid carrying large packages that block your vision and make you a target last Christmas cards. for thieves. Avoid shopping until you are exhausted. You are more alert when you are less tired. When hurried or in a crowded shop, make sure you As a reminder to all, it is important to get all forms of identification and credit cards returned to you before you attend the MVYC’s January 6th leave.