GREAT LAKES CRUISING CLUB

Winter 2015 GREAT LAKES CRUISING CLUB From the Bridge

Volume 82 Number 2 It is a distinct honor and wonderful privilege to have been elected to CONTENTS serve as your 47th Commodore of the Great Lakes Cruising Club. I am From the Bridge...... 2-3 grateful to the Nominating Committee for placing their confidence in my abil- Great Lakes Foundation...... 3 ity to serve in that position. In preparation for assuming this role, I served as From the Editor...... 4 Vice Commodore for the past two years, working alongside our Immediate Region 53 Rap-Up...... 8 Past Commodore Niels Jensen. That experience and support has been both Detroit-Windsor Rally Recap...... 10 educational and enjoyable. I also want to acknowledge the crucial sup- 2015 Rendezvous Recap...... 12-15 port from the rest of the Bridge including Treasurer Jim (Bullfrog) Richlak, Founders Award...... 16-18 Secretary Phil Doolittle, and of course, our Office Manager Yvonne Murray. Port Captain’s Log Book...... 20 Fortunately for all of us all they plan to continue in these roles. Since tak- Annual Meeting Recap...... 22-23 Spring Awakening...... 24 ing over as Treasurer, Jim Richlak has been center stage in the efforts to Welcome Aboard...... 26 manage your club’s costs and expenditures. His skills as a budget overseer Member to Member Ads...... 27 are excellent. Secretary Phil Doolittle has consistently been a trusted asset Coming Events...... 28 in compiling excellent meeting minutes and broad-based Club communica- tions. Of course, everyone knows Yvonne, who works so diligently at the Official Publication of the Great Lakes Cruising Club Home Office to keep it all on track. Her efforts at member recruitment and Suite 101 retention have been almost legendary. What a great team! 405 Water Street This year brings some new faces and changing roles. Please join me in Port Huron, MI 48060-5469 welcoming, to the bridge, our newly elected Vice Commodore Rich Barzyk. Phone: 810-984-4500 Rich was the Rear Commodore for Region 53 Lake Erie, prior to his induc- Fax: 810-984-4565 Email: [email protected] tion. Over the next two years he will be providing coordination and guid- Home Page: http://www.glcclub.com ance for our many social events while also transitioning his previous role to Publisher incoming Rear Commodore for Region 53, Roger Hankle. Great Lakes Cruising Club I would also invite all of you to welcome new faces to the Board of Editor Directors. We have several former Board members who officially retired Philip May Office from the Board at the October Annual Meeting in London, Ontario. Fleet Yvonne E. Murray Surgeon John Pepin, M.D., served the club very well and is being replaced Art Direction by Michael Hritz, M.D. Rear Commodore Roland Aube is releasing his Cindy Badley Correspondents role as Canadian Judge Advocate to Steven Selznick. Roland retains his All GLCC Members position of Rear Commodore, North Channel. Roger Hankle retired as a IMPORTANT NOTICE Director and assumes the leadership role of Rear Commodore, Lake Erie, The membership application which may Region 53. Joining the board and fulfilling Roger’s unexpired term through be included with this issue of Lifeline is for your use in signing up a new member. It 2017, please welcome Doug Jackson. Our widely recognized and honored DOES NOT mean that your membership Fleet Captain and Past Commodore Jim Acheson has retired from that has expired. It is just a reminder that GLCC is always interested in new members, and you position. Jim will certainly be missed, but is replaced with another longtime are the source. Sign up a new member today! contributor and leader, Past Commodore Joe Mesenburg. We owe a huge Editorial Closing Dates debt of gratitude to both these Past Commodores for their many years of Editorial copy and change of address should outstanding contribution to our club. be submitted no later than 6 weeks before the publication date, to the GLCC Office. Please join me in also recognizing the talent and dedication of the cur- LIFELINE (ISSN: 0745-9718) is published in rent group of Directors. Ardy Barclay, James Passe and Vern Meyer were December, March, June, and September by re-elected for another three-year term. They will be joined by Directors the Great Lakes Cruising Club, Suite 101, 405 Water Street, Port Huron, MI 48060-5469. Cheryl Cheger-Timm, Jack Dever, Bill Rohde, Doug Jackson, Bill Matley The subscription rate is $45 USD annually, avail- and Steve Reinecke. I could not have asked for a more diverse and tal- able only to Club members. Copyrighted by ented group of individuals volunteering their time, talent and energy to make The Great Lakes Cruising Club. Periodicals postage paid at Port Huron, MI, and at addi- tional mailing offices. POSTMASTER: Send change of address notice to LIFELINE, On the Cover Great Lakes Cruising Club Suite 101, 405 Water Street Commodore Chuck and Joann Mead’s boat Moku Hale, a 43-foot Tartan sailboat, Port Huron, MI 48060-5469 rests in solitude at Port Rawson Bay in the Georgian Bay, Ontario, Canada. © 2015 GREAT LAKES CRUISING CLUB Photo taken from Commodore Chuck and Joann Mead’s dinghy!

2 GLCC Lifeline, Winter 2015 the GLCC the premier cruising club in North America. Beyond your elected officials, I am hopeful you also recognize the strength of our many committee chairper- sons and their members, working tirelessly behind the scenes from the Website, Ships Store, Future Site, to Trailer Sailors and more. I encourage you to look at our various committees and consider volunteering your per- sonal skills and interests and being part of the energy moving us all forward. Photo of Moku Hale by As we enter our 82nd year, I expect we will con- Commodore Chuck Mead tinue to face challenges and, hopefully, celebrate successes. Our membership is stable with a modest dedication of these volunteers and the committees and growth rate. The GLCCSchool is a burgeoning asset elected officers working so hard to deliver the host of as its portfolio of webinars and cooperating partner- services and benefits of membership. Hats off to these ships with other boating organizations continues to individuals and, of course, the spouses and partners grow. Director Bill Rohde has been driving this phe- who support and join them. nomenal initiative since its inception and is always on On a more personal level, my wife Joann and I have the lookout for new curriculum topics and instructors. had the pleasure of meeting many members since we Our website is the entry portal for club policies, news, joined the club a dozen years and 15,000 miles ago. events, ships store, and of course, our extensive We both look forward to meeting many more of you as library of Harbor Reports and more. New initiatives be- we spend the summer aboard our Tartan 4300 named ing driven by Joann Mead, Chairperson of the Web- Moku Hale, a name that loosely translates to “Boat site/IT Committee and Lou Bruska, our Logbook Editor, Home” in Hawaiian. As we approach year end and the promise exciting improvements for route planning and wonderful holiday season ahead, Joann and I wish the access to Harbor Reports. Our community of Port best to all of you for your health, safety and happiness. Captains is growing, providing a broader group of re- sources. Recent initiatives exploring social media and Facebook are gaining traction and have already at- tracted new members as they also discover the many benefits of our club. It is exciting to see the energy and Chuck Mead, Commodore

Photo by Immediate Past Commodore Niels R. Jensen The new breakwater at Grand Marais, Mich., was partly made possible by a grant from Great Lakes Foundation Please Remember the Great Lakes Foundation When You Make Your Holiday Donations We know that December is the time, when many of our members choose to support worthy causes, and hope you’ll consider making a donation to the Great Lakes Foundation (GLF). Any amount – big or small - is greatly appreciated. As a member of the Great Lakes Cruising Club, you’re also automatically a member of the GLF. The Foundation was organized in 1993 exclusively for charitable, educational and scientific purposes, and since it’s inception has distributed more than $185,000 in grants throughout the Great Lakes. Some of the supported projects have included breakwater construction, dredging, and university level research. It is a goal of the Great Lakes Foundation to attract, review, and issue a growing amount of annual grants to ac- tivities that meet the Foundation’s criteria. We are especially interested in grant applications for projects, which will enhance cruising activities, facilities, and access. To do it, we need your help. If you wish to see a list of past GLF recipients, please go to http://www.glcclub.com/grants-awarded-foundation. Our most recent grant went to the University of Wisconsin — Milwaukee’s School of Freshwater Sciences for a graduate level scholarship. If you wish, you can view the recipient’s explanation of her environmental research at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BF6Vuq7FPRw&feature=youtu.be To learn more about the GLF and to make your donation, please go to http://www.glcclub.com/donate-great- lakes-foundation. The Great Lakes Foundation is an IRS 501(c)(3) charity. Thank you for your consideration and support. Niels R. Jensen, President

GLCC Lifeline, Winter 2015 3 does not have to be only navigational info, but can be anything that might be helpful to others who will be visit- From ing the same area after you have left. Anything such as a good restaurant, the Editor a farmers market, fuel sources, or anything else that another cruiser might like knowing. I’m pleased to announce that Alice As we put the final touches on this edition of Life- Smith has joined the Lifeline crew as the food editor. line, I’m struck by a number of things. For starters, it Alice comes to the position with impeccable creden- is amazing to me that GLCC functions at such a high tials, having been a foods and nutrition teacher. You level, and yet remains an all-volunteer organization. will find Alice’s first column and recipe for Sweet and The events and activities that you attend, or read Sour Meatballs in the Spring issue. Alice is now retired about in Lifeline, are all staffed and run by volunteers. and sails with husband Bob on Lucky Bird, a Moody 42 The second thing that surprised me is that this issue moored at Southport Marina in Kenosha, Wisconsin. of Lifeline is the biggest, at 28 pages, that I have ever Finally, I would like to take this opportunity to wish worked on. It’s a reflection of the events and all the all of you all the best for the holidays, and a healthy and hard work of all the volunteers who make those events prosperous new year. happen. But, we need more volunteers, and we would like more Port Captains. Consider raising your hand. And lastly, may you always have fair winds and Trust me, you will not regret it. following seas. The Harbor Reports, because they are “crowdsourced,” are only as good as the information provided by mem- bers. So if you were cruising this past summer, please report any information you picked up that would be useful to other cruisers. And keep in mind that this Philip R. May, Editor, Lifeline Join the Crew at the 2016 Toronto International Boat Show by Past Commodore J.E. Fordyce The Toronto Boat Show opens its doors from January 8-17, 2016. The Great Lakes Cruising Club has had a booth at the show every year since 2001, and we plan to be represented again this year. The Toronto Boat Show has consistantly been a good source of new members for the GLCC. Volunteers have generously staffed our booth, and once again we are soliciting your help in order to make our participation a success. We have always had a good group of volunteers to help out with the work, and it is rewarding to renew ties at the show. The work is not too onerous, and is a great way to help your Club. If you would like to consider helping out, or would like to know more about the GLCC participation at the show, please contact the GLCC Office or Past Commodore J.E. Fordyce at [email protected].

Please see page 19 for the complete list of GLCC boat show venues. Photo by Lifeline Editor Philip May

4 GLCC Lifeline, Winter 2015 Do Not Miss the 30th Annual Lake Superior Mid- Winter Dinner to be held at the Kitchi Gammi Club by Commodore Niels R. Jensen Originally in 1883, the Club occupied space on the fourth floor of the Grand Opera House in down- The 30th Lake Superior Mid-Winter town Duluth. Following several moves to larger quarters, the present clubhouse was designed and Dinner will be held at the Kitchi Gammi built from 1911 to 1913 and formally opened on January 1, 1914. Photos via Kitchi Gammi Club. Club, 831 East Superior Street, Duluth, Minn., January 9, 2016. This is the third time our popular whipped cream for dessert. winter gathering is held at this historic venue. We hope This private club was formed in 1883 by “individu- to see you there. alistic men of prominence, respect and leadership The program begins with the Port Captains’ Meeting in the community,” and in 1914 moved to its present at 1600, followed by a lively social hour at 1700 and the building. The distinctive structure is considered a true general meeting and introductions at 1830. The even- Duluth landmark, renowned for its craftsmanship and ing’s dinner speaker will be Rich Fink, a past GLCC Ad- detailed work in metal, wood, and stone. Over the miral Bayfield award winner and frequent GLCCSchool years, many prominent Americans and distinguished instructor, sharing his impressions from cruising all five foreign visitors have been guests at the Club. Port Great Lakes. Registration cost of the dinner meeting is Captains (Cornucopia) Gregg Haug and Kim Kramer $58 USD per person. are graciously hosting our event. The Kitchi Gammi Club is widely known for its fine Your Lake Superior Mid-Winter Dinner Committee dining. Our menu starts with passed hors d’oeuvres will attempt to procure a block of discounted lodg- including Thai peanut chicken satay, and caprese skew- ings in a Duluth-Superior hotel if you are coming to ers. After a walnut gorgonzola salad, you will have the this GLCC event from out of town. Please feel free to choice of Manhattan strip steak served with béarnaise contact Rear Commodore Duane Flynn at 218-525- sauce, garlic mashed potatoes, baby carrots, asparagus 4580 or [email protected], Immediate Past Com- and sugar snap peas; or grilled Scottish salmon served modore Niels Jensen at 612-788-0297 or jense063@ with citrus beurre blanc, herb risotto, baby carrots, umn.edu, and Director Bill Rohde at 651-633-9028 asparagus and sugar snap peas. There is KGC parfait or [email protected], if you have any questions with brandied cherries, homemade vanilla ice cream and regarding the event.

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GLCC Lifeline, Winter 2015 5 Wilderness 2015, July 28-30 McGregor Bay East Arm by Venetia Moorhouse The Wilderness Rally attracted the hardiest of the hardy to the East Arm, Kayak Race: deep in the wilds of McGregor Bay. There are no goods or services available. 1. Wings - Tina, 2. Jesstina - Henry There is nothing to rely upon except all your rally mates with their combined Dinghy Races: wealth of knowledge and experience. A good example is that while some 2 - 2.5 hp volunteers were assembling a picnic table at the campsite, a bear wandered 1. Kahlua III - Ann & Jorma by with her cubs, much closer than was comfortable. When the shouting 2. Glider - Lindsey & Abbey (the began, the bear obviously viewed the assembly crew as a bad influence, and grandchildren) led her two cubs away with great haste. In addition, dinghy landings along the 5 - 6 hp rocky shoreline at the campsite would have been challenging were it not for 1. Leading Edge - Rod & Alison 2. Okaga - Bruce & Anne many helping hands. 7 - 8 hp A morning book exchange was inspiring as there were so many books to 1. Somerscape - Brad & Pat choose from. A shore lunch site had been chosen. A procession of dinghies 2. Adria - Richard & Joan went through shallows of the west arm and south into a narrow channel with 9.8 - 115 hp a vertical rock wall, almost a tunnel. We all picnicked in a sunny spot; even 1. Silent Partner - Jim & Marissa though a westerly teased us, it was HOT. Some picnickers fell into the water, 2. Midnight Sun - Robert & Bill (Wings) clothes and all. Late in afternoon, assigned boats hosted guests for a cocktail Umbrella Race: party. It is always one of the most popular rally activities, a great way of 1. Moku Hale - Chuck & Stu 2. Kahlua III - Ann & Jorma making new acquaintances in a quiet atmosphere. Dinghy racing is always fun. The dinghy race results are listed left. Of note, Boggle Games: Weather Words - Gunkholer - Dianne this year’s Umbrella Sailing Dinghy Race was different in that there was not Boating Words - A tie between much wind. At the start of the race a finish line was determined. Dinghies Sonador - Melissa and Wind Wizard - drifted away in various directions, seldom toward the finish line. A time limit Brian & Sharon was set with the winning dinghy being the one judged closest to the finish Dinghy Challenge: line. Only after the races a light breeze began rippling the water. An ongoing Rod & Alison from Leading Edge who Dinghy Challenge required an understanding of distances and angles to find worked and played hard to set the locations with posted clues. It was indeed a challenge. Boggle Games, one course. on Boating words and another on Weather words were completed for judging 1. Moku Hale 2. Gunkholer by about 3/4 of the boats in attendance. Sadly, the annual Blueberry-picking 3. Lucky Bird contest was a no-show, no rain, no blueberries, and poor bears. 4. Echo Beach Next morning, the final day of our gathering, the wind seemed to have some spirit. By 16:00 hours with winds of 30 knots and gusting, many captains would not leave their boats. The intended shore Hot Dog Roast and Potluck was cancelled. However, some captains who were in more protected waters in the east end of the arm had a small hot dog roast with 20 or so hardy souls participating. The Hot Dog Roast lives on! Many boaters left very early the next morning before the high winds arrived, about noon. Sonador also tried to leave but could not retrieve her anchor. With the help of many boaters, and after two days, she came to the conclusion that it was time to cut the rope and leave the chain and anchor. Sadly, her summer was cut short. We would like to thank all our helpers and wish every one of us Corinthian Yachts Persons, “Happy Floating”.

Wilderness photos by Port Captains Kathryn Braun & Joe McKeown

6 GLCC Lifeline, Winter 2015 The Great Lakes Cruising Club School Is Indeed Up and Running! by Director Bill Rohde The new Internet-based Great Lakes Cruising Club School has officially been launched! The www.GLCCSchool.com website is up and running. The School’s first five webinars were successfully held during November and December. Some fifteen other webinars are planned for January through April. News releases were sent to forty US and Canadian boating publications, and readers are starting to see GLCCSchool references in their favorite boating publications. GLCC officers and Port Captains across the Great Lakes have been informing yacht and boating clubs in their immediate regions about our new initiative. The www.glcclub.com website now includes a direct link to GLCCSchool information, with subsequent links to the GLCCSchool website. And an email blast announcing the new GLCCSchool initiative was sent to all GLCC members for whom the GLCC office has valid email addresses. If you haven’t already done so, catch up with the buzz, and check out www.GLCCSchool.com today to see how we’re promoting upcoming courses and highlighting our talented GLCC instructors. This would also be a good time for you to register on the GLCCSchool site if you haven’t already done so, as well as sign up for upcoming webinars. Make it a habit of regularly checking the GLCCSchool website’s “Preview of Future Webinars” section. Webinars are open to GLCC members and nonmembers, with GLCC members receiving discounted registration rates. Registration costs are low because of volunteer involvement and the school’s goal of reaching as many Great Lakes cruisers as possible. If you haven’t already done so, visit www.GLCCSchool.com, register and sign up for a class. What better way for Great Lakes boaters to spend a wintery night than by learning more about cruising the Great Lakes from the comfort of their own warm homes. Happy learning!

satisfaction. They paid for the rebuild, except for our modest deductible. The claims process was professional and easy, and all of the communications were helpful. Letters to the Editor Vicki and I are so glad we changed to the GLCC’s insurance program a few years ago. At the time, we signed up for the Club’s group plan, because it It is often said that cruising is fixing your boat in offered more coverage for less cost. This summer’s exotic locations. When it happens, Vicki and I have experience proved we made the right choice, and we learned that you’d better have good insurance. can highly recommend that other members look into This past summer, we made use of our GLCC Group this valuable GLCC benefit. Boat Insurance policy for the first time. The 40-hp In addition, we specifically wish to thank Treasurer Westerbeke diesel engine in our 37-foot sailboat threw (Ret.) Tim Boehlke for his extensive work on making a rod through its oil pan, just when we were coming into the GLCC Boat Insurance Program a reality five years the Keweenaw Waterway’s north entry on Lake Superior. ago. We greatly appreciate the comprehensive policy he It was a catastrophic mechanical breakdown, which helped put in place. completely ruined our summer’s cruising plans. The Past Commodore Niels and Vicki Jensen rebuild of the engine at Houghton-Hancock took about For information about the GLCC’s insurance program, seven weeks, and cost thousands of dollars. please see http://www.glcclub.com/new-insurance- Fortunately, the Travelers resolved our claim to our program-available-glcc-members-only

As Commodore, I regret to advise you that due to a very recent unrecoverable set of circumstances, we no longer have an acceptable and workable program plan, as well as available personnel for a Spring Break event in March 2016. Working with Vice Commodore Barzyk, we have quickly determined that planning for our Spring Break must be started with chairpersons and helpers much earlier than after the club’s Summer rendezvous in July. So here is the plea: if you winter in Florida, and would like to help out with chairing or planning a Spring Break type event for 2017 please contact Vice Commodore Rich Photo via captainkimo.com Barzyk at: 440-289-5243 or [email protected]. Commodore Chuck Mead

GLCC Lifeline, Winter 2015 7 My Lighthouse

GLCC members often feel a special affinity Lake Erie Regional Meeting first-timers: Tom Filardo, Nora Zorich, Dan Murray, Fran Murray, for lighthouses — a beacon in the night, a spe- Michael Martin, E.J. Mahoney, Ed Mahoney. Photo by Vice Commodore Rich Barzyk cial landfall, a spectacular piece of architecture that catches the breath and speeds up the heart. Here we present a light that is special to Final Rap-Up from one of our fellow members. Region 53 Rear Commodore As you read this, my final regional write-up, you are hopefully well aware of the chair changes that have taken place in Region 53. I have been elected Vice Commodore, and Director Roger Hankle will now be handling the Rear Commodore duties for Region 53. Port Captain (Cedar Point) Doug Jackson has been appointed Director At Large. It has been most rewarding these past four years, working with all the wonderful members in Region 53. However, I am truly ready to accept my new assignment. I look forward to fulfilling my duties as iceV Commodore and along the way prepare myself for my final chair change Photo by Immediate Past Commodore in 2017. You know I am really not actually leaving Region 53, I am just Niels R. Jensen expanding my duties to include all the other regions! Do you recognize the lighthouse shown Our recent Regional Fall Dinner meeting, held at the beautiful Sawmill above? Can you locate it on the Lakes? Creek Resort & Lodge in Huron, Ohio, in mid-September, was a pleasant If so, send your best guesses to Lifeline Edi- success with 27 folks in attendance. Our numbers were down a bit, but tor in the Port Huron office, [email protected]. our guest enthusiasm more than made up for the smaller size. We had First responders with correct answers will be issued a pair of GLCC cold beverage cozies and seven first-timers in attendance; they were Port Captain (Rocky River) recognized in the next issue of Lifeline. Ed and E.J. Mahoney, Tom Filardo and Nora Zorich, Michael Martin, and Dan and Fran Murray. Each table enthusiastically elected a spokesperson to introduce their table, and then answer the “tricky,” nautically inspired questions that were designed to generate table discussion. Unfortunately our guest speaker for the evening reluctantly cancelled his appointment leaving us with ample visitation time to swap summer boating stories, and enabled us to make plans for our next social gathering. I welcome this opportunity to remind everyone, especially those in Regions 53, 43, and 47, that the Cleveland Progressive Insurance Boat Show will be held January 14-18, 2016 (see page 19 for the complete list of GLCC boat show venues), and I invite all of you to consider helping out at the booth. We will provide free admittance; however parking charges will not be covered. It’s a wonderful opportunity to socialize with fellow NPS Photo GLCC members in the cold, dreary, long and wintery Cleveland months. Warren Hecker of E. Grand Rapids, Mich. Do watch for more info on the Web, or by email. If you have questions on (berthing harbor M-21) correctly identified Pas- volunteering, please do not hesitate to contact me at: 440-289-5243. sage Island Light (S-150). At 44-feet, the tower Hope to see you there! is constructed of fieldstone, and is square on the first level, transitioning to octagonal above. It is Safe seas always, topped with a ten-sided cast-iron lantern, acces- Rich Barzyk, Vice Commodore sible via a spiral staircase within the tower.

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GLCC Lifeline, Winter 2015 9 L. to R.: Rally Attendees, Sindbads Restaurant (photo via Sindbads website), Vice Commodore Rich Barzyk, guests using up the leftovers Photos by Rear Commodore Mark Lifter Detroit-Windsor Border Rally Held in August by Rear Commodore Mark Lifter The historic Detroit Yacht Club was the setting for Detroit Institute of Arts, headlined by Diego Rivera’s awe- this year’s Detroit-Windsor Border Rally, held from some 1930s mural of industrial Detroit. August 27–29 for 43 members and guests on 19 boats. Lunch was provided at Sindbads on the River, a Rear Commodores Brad Somers and Mark Lifter contin- restaurant institution on the Detroit riverfront. Thanks ued the practice of holding joint rallies and meetings for are again due to Mitch Gawrysiak for arranging the bus the Detroit-Saginaw Bay and Southwestern Ontario Re- transportation and luncheon. gions, reflecting our shared waterways. Happily, we also Back at the DYC after lunch, we had a choice of were joined by boats that cruised from the Lake Erie activities. Some relaxed on their vessels or sat around region to join the festivities. Mother Nature cooperated the DYC pool. Others opted for an exciting bocce ball by providing perfect weather for the entire weekend. match featuring, shall we say, varying skill levels. Ulti- The rally kicked off early Friday evening with an outdoor mately, Commodore Chuck and Joann Mead prevailed welcome and reception barbeque under a tent on the east in the tense final contest over challengers Yvonne and end of the DYC island adjacent to Belle Isle in the Detroit Greg Murray. River. Thanks to Port Captain (Harsen’s Island) Mitch Cocktails and an excellent dinner were served in the Garysiak and the Detroit Power Squadron for providing clubhouse’s Sweepstakes Room Saturday evening. Our the tent, chair and grill, and to Arlene Oakland for planning speaker was Joel Stone, curator at the Detroit Historical the weekend and obtaining all the supplies. Our appetizer Museum. Joel gave a fascinating talk on how the mari- and dessert tables overflowed with an amazing variety of time activities on the Detroit River had much to do with before-and-after-dinner treats provided by members. New the geographical and economic development of the city. Vice Commodore Rich Barzyk demonstrated another of He also intertwined this with a summation of how Belle his diverse skills by serving as Master Griller through the Isle came to be and how it evolved to its present and evening, assisted ably by Brad Somers and Port Captain improving status as a Michigan State Park. (Algonac) Roger Dye. As the group enjoyed the setting Our event concluded Sunday morning with an im- sun over the river, it was clear that no one would return to promptu “Let’s Get Rid of the Leftovers” gathering on their boat or hotel hungry. the “T” at the end of Main Dock. Then, some opted for a Saturday’s activities began with a continental break- guided historic tour of the DYC clubhouse, home to one fast under the tent. Soon afterward, we boarded the of the oldest yacht clubs (est. 1868) in the United States. Sindbads on the River bus. Some enjoyed time at the The 1923 clubhouse is nearly 100,000 square feet, with a open-air Eastern Market, an over-the-top farmers’ market significant restoration program actively underway. and Saturday gathering spot for thousands of Detroit- and Windsor-area residents truly representing a melting Note for 2016: it’s not too soon to save the dates for next pot of rich and poor, old and young, nationalities and year’s rally: Mark your calendar now for August 26–28; ethnicities. Others moved on to view artistic genius at the probable location – Sarnia, Ontario.

10 GLCC Lifeline, Winter 2015 Saturday evening BBQ. Photo by Rear Commodore David Brace Wiarton’s Corran Ruins landmark. Photo by Robert Taylor/Flickr Georgian Bay Rally Goers Explore Wiarton, Ont. by Director Steve Reinecke What this year’s Georgian Bay Rally lacked in participation we gained in enthusiasm. We had eight boats and their crews registered. The rally kicked off with a Friday night wine and cheese event sponsored by the Wiarton Marina. Saturday morning brought sunshine and a pancake breakfast with bacon, sausage, and lots of trimmings. A hike on the Bruce Trail followed breakfast. The hike ended at the Corran Ruins. The Ruins were once the 17-room castle- like mansion built in 1882 by Alexander MacNeil, a Member of Parliament. After the hike and exploring the ruins, many were hot and so took a dip in the cool water of Colpoy’s Bay. The Saturday evening BBQ brought many new faces from the marina into the 100-year old clubhouse. We were fortunate enough to sign up a few new members, including the owner of the Wiarton Marina. Special thanks to Debbie Sheach and Port Captain Kathryn and Harold Braun for all their hard work and help with the food. We look forward to next year and getting more people out to the Georgian Bay Rally. Please forward any suggestions for next year’s rally to Rear Commodore David Brace.

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GLCC Lifeline, Winter 2015 11 Photos: Ship at the Calcite Quarry by Immediate Past Commodore Niels R. Jensen, Anchor at Rogers City Marina by Lifeline Editor Philip May 2015 Rogers City MI Rendezvous — Wonderful People, Fabulous Event! by Past Commodore A. John Lobbezoo This marvelous rendezvous attracted more than 40-Mile Lighthouse commenced. During the quarry 170 members and guests. Great Lakes Cruising Club tour, members were mesmerized by the explosion(s) members began arriving early, Friday and Saturday, of taking down a wall of rock and physically being before the event officially started on Sunday, 12 July. shaken. It was indeed exciting! The 40-Mile Lighthouse Most arrived aboard assorted power and sail vessels, tours were eye-opening, as many members visualized a few in RVs, and a number by automobile. This how life existed and navigational aids operated rendezvous certainly did not happen without the decades ago. These tours continue to be discussed. excellent help from the City of Rogers City and its staff In the afternoon, Rear Commodore Brad Somers and citizens. The usage of the Water’s Edge Restaurant conducted the gadget hour and Past Commodore can be contributed to the hard work of the HBN Bank Joe Mesenburg assembled the officers for a dinghy President Erik Nadolsky, Mayor Tom SoBeck, and “extravaganza” fleet review. Well done! The Water’s Rogers City Manager Joe Hefele, who went well above Edge Restaurant was the setting for hosting a and beyond to facilitate allowing the GLCC to use the historical event. The highlight of the Commodore’s building for our major rendezvous events. Reception was being joined by Frank Mays, the last Sunday morning, 12 July, found most all vessels survivor of the 615-foot Carl D. Bradley, which sank on had dressed ship with flags flying. The GLCC Board 18 November 1958 off of Gull Island in Lake Michigan. of Directors meeting and the Great Lakes Foundation His presentation left all spellbound. The music and meeting convened in the Rogers City Library after lunch entertainment by Pico & Chown following Frank Mays’ and continued through the afternoon. A dock gathering talk delighted all. The assortment of catered hors was featured that evening at the pavilion, followed by a d’oeuvres from Manzana’s were outstanding. bonfire and singalong with s’mores on the beach. As the sun rose on 14 July, the pancake breakfast Monday, 13 July, after Past Commodore Joe prepared by the Peace Lutheran Church and served Mesenburg handled the morning cannon, Cheryl by the GLCC officers, in one word, was “scrumptious.” Cheger-Timm sang the national anthems, followed There were only high accolades given, not only for the by the Blessing of the Fleet by Chaplain Carl Tucker. food, but the selections offered. The GLCC officers Then Sherry Harding led a refreshing morning wake- who served the meal were very noticeable in their up walk, not only this morning, but also each morning conspicuous orange aprons. The weather that morning of the rendezvous. Monday became a very eventful created the only cancellations in the rendezvous day. At 0900, the tours of the Calcite Quarry and program. Waves and wind prohibited the use of Lake

12 GLCC Lifeline, Winter 2015 Huron for the dinghy and kayak races. bringing this new event to the rendezvous. But the weather didn’t stop the fantastic event that At 1830 the Water’s Edge Restaurant was the site the ladies enjoyed at midday. The ladies low tea (or as of the Commodore’s Dinner. Members gathered for a Bobbi Johnson defined it, a “boater’s tea”) and fashion receiving line headed by Immediate Past Commodore show was a smashing success. Served were finger Niels and Vicki Jensen. The event, hosted by Bobbi sandwiches, exotic teas, tortes and scones mixed in Johnson and the staff from the City of Rogers City was, with a lot of genuine fun and much laughter. Director in one word, “amazing.” Starting with the cocktail hour, Cheryl Cheger-Timm provided the beautiful background through the dinner and presentations, to the lasting music for the event. Our own Melissa Spillenkothen effect of the ladies receiving roses, all were impressed. (vessel Sonador) delighted the ladies with tales of Manzana’s Restaurant and owner Katrina and staff “what would you do if” while sailing solo. Eight of our outdid themselves with the meal of pork loin or wild wonderful members—Sherry Harding, Cathy Zumkehr, salmon! The raffle drawing was held and Jeanette Port Captain (Harbor Island) Sandi Matley, Vicki Jensen, Meyer won the beautiful handmade quilt donated by Amy Babinchak, Sherrie Rifenberg, Joann Mead and Cynthia McNine. The evening ended with the sounds of Port Captain (Fairport) Paula Richlak—volunteered to The Remedee Band who played until 2330, and had the model for the fashion show. Owners Richard and Janet dancers wanting “just one more song.” It was an event Vogelheim of Richard’s Clothing dressed the women with that set the bar for high for future Rendezvous! apparel items that each of the models had the pleasure Departure day on Thursday commenced with the of selecting themselves. And as a side note, I heard that firing of the morning cannon. Vessels left with horn most of the items were purchased by our ladies, making salutes and farewells, heading on various courses to Richard and Janet very happy. Past Commodore John their next ports of call. Lobbezoo was the MC introducing the clothing, and The people who made this event possible: Beach telling stories of the “way it was” as he grew up in his Hall, GLCC Port Captain Extraordinaire; Bobbi Johnson, mother’s apparel stores in Grand Rapids and Charlevoix. Chairperson; Tom SoBeck, Mayor; Joe Hefele, Rogers Richard was kind enough to say a few words and was City Manager; Erik Nadolsky, President HBN; Roger truly a hit as he led the ladies in singing “You Are My Wenzel, Harbor Master and Public Works Director; Sunshine.” As the tea was winding down, another Shannon McKinstry, Chamber of Commerce Executive surprise occurred with the arrival of the local quartet Director; Commodore Chuck Mead and Joann Mead; “The Mariners,” crooning as they entered the room. Past Commordore Joe and Karen Mesenburg; Port They entertained Captain Hart and with four beautiful Sherry Harding; songs leaving one Cheryl Cheger-Timm, and all with a song in GLCC Director; and their hearts as they Yvonne Murray, GLCC departed. Office Manager. Seminars were In conclusion, conducted by T.J. the harmony of the Craig from Quantum GLCC members and Sails, discussing their guests and the various aspects community of Rogers of techniques and City facilitated the materials in today’s success of this 2015 sailing industry; Rendezvous. The four Dana Chapman from superb continental Walstrom Marine, breakfasts provided by covering MMSI/ Aerial view of GLCC boats docked in the marina at the 2015 Rendezvous by Travis Peltz Karsten’s, the sprucing AIS technology; along with the Port Captains meeting up of the marina, the welcome mats outside of every handled by Bill Matley—all held in the Rogers City business door, and the City staff and their friends and Library. The balance of Tuesday included shopping the family who cleaned and served us at the Water’s Edge many diverse stores in Rogers City, watching November Restaurant—all added to the rendezvous’ success. The Requiem and visiting the museums, followed by a golf carts provided to us by the two local golf courses and leisurely dinner at local restaurants. the VFW tent(s) added greatly to our comfort. On Wednesday, after the morning wake-up walk, It is with the utmost respect and gratitude that the members enjoyed the volleyball tournament. In the “Great Voice of the Great Lakes Cruising Club” had an afternoon, the bilge auction was held at the pavilion. opportunity to be a small part of this event. The results Bill Matley did a wonderful job filling in for John Winter, and enjoyment that all had were only because of the who was ill. Lakeside Park saw a new GLCC event this input and assistance that all contributed. May it continue year with the addition of Bocce Ball. Many thanks to this way in the many years to come. “This is the Great Cathy Zumkehr and Rear Commodore David Brace for Voice of the Great Lakes Cruising Club — out!”

GLCC Lifeline, Winter 2015 13 Great Lakes Cruising Club 2015 Rendezvous July 12-16  Rogers City, Mich. Photos by Immediate Past Commodore Niels R. Jensen, Lifeline Editor Philip May, Port Captain Karen Mesenburg, and Port Captain Richard Miller  This Year’s Founders Award Recipient Solo Circumnavigates Lake Superior by Bruce Wasilewski (Installment 1 of 3)

I was first introduced to sailing on a lake in the little water. Now seemed like the ideal time. I spent hours town where I grew up. One of my Dad’s friends built a during the late winter and early spring poring over sailboat using a refrigerator door as the hull. Looking at charts and cruising guides, and mapping out a plan that modern versions of refrigerators today that would seem covered a great deal of water. I imagined it would be a impossible but refrigerator doors of that era were quite five-to-six-week fast-paced sprint through as much of thick, had lots of hollow space filled with insulation and the lake as I could cover in the allotted time. were made of steel with rather rounded exterior and flat interior surfaces. We were invited to go for a sail, and I JULY 4 LOG ENTRY: Sault Ste. Marie (9:30AM) - fondly recall being completely fascinated with this little Batchawana Bay (6:06PM) 49.4 NM / The upward boat as the three of us glided over the smooth surface lift at the locks was very gentle. No problems at all of the lake in a gentle wind. – easy deal. Cleared the lock at 10:15AM. Wind W Fast-forward to today. After a 45-year career and to NW 8-13Kts in the river on the nose. Gros Cap owning a number of progressively larger sailboats, Light at 1:04PM. Wind very light from the N dead I had recently retired and was anxious for a sailing on the nose so continued to motor all the way to adventure with a schedule that was unrestricted by Batchawana Bay. career demands. After moving to Northern Michigan and purchasing my first sailboat in the early 1970s A departure date was set for June 23rd. Based on I became intrigued with the idea of exploring Lake that date, I scheduled a detailed timeline to have the Superior in spite of its reputation for being a somewhat boat launched and ready to go. However, it was nearly cantankerous body of mid-June by the time we launched, and the last-minute preparation, planning and provisioning became very hectic. I was anxious to get under way, but frankly a little apprehensive considering how little time I had spent on the boat in recent years. Additionally, it had been a bitterly cold winter, and the weather in June continued to be unseasonably cool. By the target departure date I was ready to get underway in spite of the uncooperative weather. My wife, who had decided that she was not up to spending an extended period of time on the boat, drove me to the marina. We said our good-byes and I was finally underway port hopping from Charlevoix to Beaver Island, where I met up with some longtime cruising friends. It was then on to Mackinaw City, Mackinac Island, Government Bay and Detour, arriving in Sault Ste. Marie on July 2nd, my last port before entering Lake Superior. Docked at the Sault Ste. Marie Kemp Marina located The July 4th morning departure from Sault Ste. at the entrance to the lock system. July 3. Marie was windless, very cool and sunny. Just one of those beautiful, crystal clear, Northern Michigan days that paints the water as deep blue as the sky. I

16 GLCC Lifeline, Winter 2015 was the only boat using the lock when I arrived at 9:45 a.m. system was to be the typical morning routine for much and contacted the lockmaster via VHF radio. This was of my trip due to the unusually cold weather. my first passage through a lock and I was not sure what The initial strategy was to wait for fog-free days to to expect. As it turned out, it is an easy process, even travel, since I wanted to actually see all of the scenery for a single-hander. After riding up from the bottom of along the way. That turned out to be an untenable the lock to the level of Lake Superior, a rise of nearly strategy. There were so many foggy days that I 20 feet accomplished in approximately 15 minutes, I was spending far too much time making far too little entered the upper St. Mary’s River system and motored progress. Equipped with radar, several mapping GPS toward Whitefish Bay – the gateway to Lake Superior. systems, paper charts and excellent cruising guides, As I left the river, the lake stretched out before me – I decided that I was just going to have to continue to beautiful but with barely a trace of wind. This seemed move along, even on the foggy days. somewhat anticlimactic considering the reputation I continued my northern course along the eastern shore, stopping at Sinclair of this expansive freshwater lake. The first planned anchorage was Batchawana Bay about 50 nautical miles from Sault Ste. Marie and it was a lazy day motor the entire way. Traveling north along the east shoreline, the day was spent relaxing and enjoying the beauty of heavily forested hills drifting by, and the warmth of the sunshine. In spite of motoring for nearly eight hours it was a wonderful day wrapped up with a sundowner

Whitefish Bay traveling north along the east shore towards Batchawana Bay.

July 4

Cove, Gargantua Harbor, Brule Harbor, a fuel stop at Buck’s Marina (Michipicoten River), Dog Harbor and, eventually, my last northbound destination before turning more westerly, Otter Cove at Otter Head. Each anchorage was unique and, with the exception of one other sailboat enjoying the beauty of Dog Locked through and motoring through the Upper St. Mary’s River system. A Harbor, I had each anchorage entirely to myself to enjoy. busy waterway connecting Lake Superior with the lower Great Lakes. July 4 JULY 10 LOG ENTRY: Brule Harbor (9:10AM) – Dog Harbor (5:53PM) 31.3NM / Cold night. and a late Not comfortable. Ran furnace all night at 60 dinner in the cockpit. The days are long at this latitude degree setting. Motored to Buck’s Marina on the and it was quite late by the time I reluctantly settled into Michipicoten River for fuel. Surprised to find that: my bunk for the night. 1) only 2 transient boats have come up the river I was awake at 4 a.m. the next morning and so far this year, 2) there is no fuel available at the freezing cold! The lack of cloud cover, water marina, and 3) I was the deepest draft boat to reach temperatures in the high 30’s to low 40’s along with the marina in some years (but not without several the unusually cold summer weather pattern made for groundings in spite of having a guide). After some a very chilly morning. I had installed a central heating hours waiting at the dock I was able to get 2 jerry system on the boat the previous year and quickly got cans of fuel from a local truck stop gas station. Left that started, grabbed a couple of extra blankets from the river at 2:30PM and motored 16.6NM in light the aft stateroom to pile on top of my bunk, put my winds to Dog Harbor. Cold but sunny day. Dog clothes in front of one of the heat ducts to get warm Harbor is very beautiful. Anchored in 10 feet of and went back to bed to wait for the boat to warm crystal clear water over a rippled sand bottom. One up to a more reasonable temperature. Unfortunately, other boat here, which is the first boat I have been getting up well before sunrise to power up the heating anchored with since leaving Sault Ste. Marie.

GLCC Lifeline, Winter 2015 17 JULY 11 LOG ENTRY: Dog Harbor (7:43AM) – Otter Cove (3:37PM) 45.7NM / Woke up to bright sunshiny blue sky day with the intention of a short travel day by making the 21NM run to Granley Harbor. Started to cloud up by 8:30AM. Wind had been <5Kts until a small rain squall went through around 10:30AM. Put sails up at 10:45AM in E wind which shifted SSE and built to 20-25Kts gusting to as high as 33Kts. Sailing was so good that I decided to pass Granley up and continue to Otter Cove. Otter Cove may be the best anchorage yet in terms of wilderness beauty. An extra day here would be worth the time. Will see what the weather is like in the morning and make a decision as to the plan. (July 12 – fogged in and spending the day in Otter Cove!)

The most memorable anchorage along this Otter Cove – fogged in and spending the day exploring by dinghy and eastern shore was Otter Cove that has a long, watching the fog banks drift over the hills and through the anchorage. July 12 narrow, somewhat serpentine entrance and is completely protected from all wind directions by high hills and bluffs. The first morning while I was sitting in the cockpit enjoying a hot cup of coffee watching the fog drift through the tree covered hills, I felt as though I were witnessing a Jurassic Park scene play out around me. I felt completely alone and very much removed from anything remotely resembling civilization. Much later that same day I was treated to one of the most spectacular and dynamic sunsets that I had ever seen. I took a series of pictures a few minutes apart as the sun was dropping beneath the cloud cover and filtering through the fog. The water and clouds were changing from a dull gray to brilliant orange shifting to deep shades of purple and back to a muted orange, with the sun finally slipping below the horizon, bringing the onset of twilight. The beauty of this sunset, combined with the Otter Cove Sunset with colors changing by the minute. July 12 remoteness of the anchorage, the rugged topography and the feeling of being so completely removed from civilization all combined visually and sensually into something truly stunning in its beauty. That day will remain vividly etched into my memory.

This is the first of three installments. Be sure to read the next two issues of Lifeline to follow Bruce’s story.

About the Founders Award: It is an annual GLCC member award for the best cruising log of a cruise on the Great Lakes. The award honors the founding members of the GLCC. The purposes of the award are to honor members for exemplary skill and artistry in recording their cruises on the Great Lakes; to foster increased participation and involvement by members in Club activities; and to provide a mechanism for soliciting material which can be used in Lifeline, in the Port Pilot & Otter Cove Sunset with colors changing by the minute. July 12 Log Book, and in other GLCC publications. You may visit http://www.glcclub.com/founders-award to learn more.

18 GLCC Lifeline, Winter 2015 For a Good Time in Chicago… 2016 Boat Show Don’t Miss the Southwest Lake Schedule Michigan Mid-Winter Dinner! Toronto International The GLCC Southwest Lake Michigan Mid-Winter Dinner returns on Boat Show Saturday, January 16. This event will once again be held at the popular local January 8-17 restaurant Wildfire at 159 West Erie Street, Chicago, Ill. The restaurant is in Direct Energy Centre, the vibrant River North area just north of downtown Chicago. It is situated Exhibition Place, Toronto, Ont. close to many famous Chicago attractions and within a short taxi ride of the Contact: Past Commodore J.E. Fordyce 2016 Chicago Boat, RV & Strictly Sail Show, which takes place the long 416-805-0858 [email protected] weekend of January 14-18 (see inset for more show information). Mid-America Boat Show The cost for the evening is $78 USD per person and includes the January 14-18 feature presentation Cruisin’ the North Channel presented by Port Captain I-X Center, Cleveland, Ohio (French River, Ontario in Georgian Bay) Jim Wooll, who has explored Contact: Rear Commodore Rich Barzyk both Georgian Bay and the North Channel for the last 15 years. There will 440-289-5243 [email protected] be a 1700 Port Captains’ Meeting, and Social Hour begins at 1730 with delectable appetizers. Chicago Boat, RV & Dinner will be served at 1900 and guests will have their choice of Strictly Sail Show Filet Mignon, Spit Roasted Herb Chicken, or Cedar Planked Salmon with January 14-18 their hearty accompaniments. Desserts will include Classic N.Y. Style McCormick Place, Chicago, Ill. Cheesecake with Mixed Berries or Chocolate Peanut Butter Pie. Our Contact: Rear Commodore Leonard Nowak featured speaker will round out the evening with his engaging talk. 312-431-0014 [email protected] Convenient and ample lodging is available in downtown Chicago or the two major airports (O’Hare International and Midway). We hope to see your there! Volunteer booth workers are For event registration and more information, please refer to the insert inside needed: please contact the chairperson for the show you plan this issue of Lifeline or visit the GLCC website to register online. If you have to attend, or the GLCC office at questions, please contact chairs Rear Commodore Leonard or Jacqueline 810-984-4500 Nowak at 312-431-0014, 312-835-0014 or [email protected]

GLCC Lifeline, Winter 2015 19 Port Captain Jay Bishop Port Captain’s Dunkirk, N.Y. Log Book (E-3)

Port Captain Jay has been boating on Lake Erie since 1991 when Dennis Kunc he moved from his hometown of Pittsburgh, Pa. to Chagrin River, Ohio Dunkirk/Fredonia, N.Y. Prior to that, he had learned to (E-9) boat and water ski on the Allegheny River in Pittsburgh. One of the big attractions for his move to western N.Y. was the water and the boating recreational opportunities available on Lake Erie. He is now on his fourth boat, a recent purchase of a I have sailed and fished on Lake Erie for the better 2012 Meridian 341 sedan bridge cruiser named Doc’s part of my life. My wife Rose and I enjoy sailing, cruising Holiday. He is presently enjoying his first boating sea- and being part of the boating community. When our chil- son with this new boat. Jay has two older children (son dren were three and five, we purchased our first family and daughter) from a previous marriage, and they grew sailboat, a C&C 33. We spent many great years racing up with a strong boating influence and experience. They and cruising around the lake. In 2004 we purchased our traveled all over Lake Erie, and their vacations were not current boat, a Tartan 37 and have enjoyed cruising with complete unless they woke up in a different port every family and friends. During all of this time, we have made morning! He now has a nine-year-old son (Jackson), our home port the Chagrin Lagoons Yacht Club on the and a wife (Kim). They want to provide him the same Chagrin River in Eastlake, Ohio. wonderful experience of boating Lake Erie and beyond! I have been privileged to hold the offices of Trea- Jay’s boat winters in Buffalo/Tonawanda, N.Y. He surer, Fleet Captain, Rear Commodore, Vice Com- presently works in Erie, Pa. and the Dunkirk/Fredonia modore, and Commodore. Rose has been an officer in area, so he is very familiar with the eastern end of Lake the Club’s ladies auxiliary. I believe in boater education Erie, including both American and Canadian shores. His and have taken all the USPS classes to achieve the home port is Dunkirk, N.Y., and his boat is presently at grade of Senior Navigator. I look forward to being the the Chadwick Bay Marina. He looks forward to being Port Captain for Chagrin River and helping fellow GLCC the Port Captain for Dunkirk and helping fellow GLCC members as they cruise in this area. members as they cruise in this area.

Correction: In the Fall issue of Lifeline, the copy for the Port Captain’s Log Book listed David Barnum only as Port Captain. The copy should have read that David and Susan Barnum are Deputy Port Captains together for Isle Royale National Park (S-150).

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GLCC Lifeline, Winter 2015 21 Annual Meeting and Change of Watch October 23-25, 2015 by Pat Somers, Photos by Susan Atkinson This year’s Annual Meeting and Change of Watch was held inland in London, Ontario, Canada, at the beautiful and historic Delta London Armouries Hotel. This was the first time members could choose to attend either the Friday or the Saturday events and/or the en- tire weekend. Several attendees took advantage of this option. From all reports the flexibility in the registration was welcome, as not everyone could attend both days. The weekend began with a Friday afternoon paid seminar on Marine Weather for Great Lakes Cruisers presented by Mark Thornton, President of Lake Erie WX LLC. Fifteen registrants attended this informative and worthwhile session. Outgoing Commodore Jensen passes the symbolic helm to Friday evening attendees gathered for cocktails and Commodore Mead a sumptuous deluxe buffet at the Delta Armouries. The tables were decorated with an autumn flair befitting the and of course get reacquainted with many old friends. season and the impending rainy day to follow. It was Susan Atkinson provided a very thoughtful invocation. a wonderful opportunity to meet GLCC members who Saturday dawned gloomy and rainy; however, this were attending a GLCC event for the very first time, did not hamper the GLCC one little bit. The day’s sched- ule included GLCC and GLF Board Meetings and there were two informative seminars. In the morning, Joann Mead expertly facilitated an interactive discussion entitled Cruise Provisioning for Boat and Crew. Approxi- mately 25 experienced cruisers attended this session, willing to share their insights and learned wisdom on the do’s and don’ts of provisioning a boat. In the afternoon, Fred Bagley presented an excellent and inspiring talk on Cruising Lake Superior. Again there was a good turn- out for this very timely talk, as the 2016 Rendezvous will be held in Lake Superior. This writer has always had a concern (OK a mild anxiety) about venturing into Lake Commodore Niels Jensen presents incoming Commodore Chuck Superior (after all it “ate” the Edmund Fitzgerald), but Mead with his burgee Fred’s presentation on cruising Superior was thoughtful and pragmatic and generated an enthusiasm (certainly The Top Five Things with me) to not hesitate to cruise Lake Superior, and the Niels Will Miss South Shore in particular. When He’s No Longer Commodore An optional lunch was held at the Blu Duby Restau- NUMBER 5: I’ll miss all the sympathetic attention rant. Twenty-three attended a lovely luncheon followed I’ve received as Commodore after yet another boat by an opportunity to explore the Covenant Market and breakdown on my way to Rendezvous. the Richmond Row shops conveniently located nearby. NUMBER 4: I’ll miss having a captive audience Saturday evening’s social gathering and supper listening in rapt attention to my Danish stories during was held at the prestigious London Club. The el- club meetings. egance and beauty of The London Club were stunning NUMBER 3: I’ll miss Roger Hankle hassling me about reminders to all in attendance of a finer, gentler time. parliamentary procedure. The London Club service was superb and the appetiz- NUMBER 2: I’ll miss finishing up all the unused wine ers along with the plated meal were delicious. Yours after the GLCC hospitality suite closes. truly shared some personal thoughts on the meaning NUMBER 1: I’ll really miss having to listen to Rohde of the GLCC and gave the invocation. plead with me to eliminate GLCC Uniforms and Bill Rohde was an exceptional MC for the Saturday Dress Codes. evening events. It was apparent that Bill clearly enjoyed

22 GLCC Lifeline, Winter 2015 members to work with him in support of the GLCC. Bill Rohde did a masterful job of gently roasting the Past Commodore and the new Commodore with a spin on the Late Nights 5 Top Things List (inset). It was a fun piece that was enjoyed by all. Following the formalities Bill introduced the keynote speaker David Sweetnam, Executive Director of Geor- gian Bay Forever. David was an excellent speaker who passionately and knowledgeably spoke on the profound impact of invasive species and their effect on the health of the Great Lakes. He candidly discussed the efforts that have been taken to try and curtail invasive species such as Zebra Mussels, Asian Carp and even Phragmites, to name but a few. The environmental and financial cost of dealing with invasive species once they have taken hold is astronomical, so prevention is key. As GLCC mem- bers cruise throughout the Great Lakes, we are ideally poised to be the eyes and the ears of invasive species. David challenged the GLCC to help spot and make note of invasive species locations by obtaining a user-friendly Georgian Bay Forever App to log the location of invasive species sightings. More information on the App and the work of the Georgian Bay Forever can be found at http:// Attendees enjoying conversation and photo ops at the 2015 GLCC Annual Meeting and Change of Watch www.georgianbayforever.org or contact David Sweetnam at [email protected]. his task as he led each table in a round of introductions. On Sunday morning, attendees were invited back to Following dinner Commodore Niels Jensen came to the the Delta Armouries for more socialization and reminis- podium to announce several well-deserved acknowl- cences. Fortunately, the sun shone brightly that morning edgements and awards for 2015. as attendees took their safe leave for home. Bruce Wasilewski—recipient of The Founders Award for exemplary skill and artistry in the recording of his cruise on the Great Lakes. Port Captain William R. Walker—recipient of the William J. Kivell Memorial Award in recognition of outstanding contributions to the Port Captain Program. Lifeline Editor Philip R. May—recipient of the Award of Merit in grateful recognition of Meritorious Service. Rear Commodore R. Brad Somers—recipient of the Award of Appreciation in recognition of services as the Great Lakes Foundation President 2014-2015. Commodore Chuck Mead presents outgoing Commodore Niels Fleet Captain (Ret.) James C. Acheson—recipient of Jensen with his burgee the Award of Appreciation in sincere appreciation for The First Five Actions continuous service on the Great Lakes Cruising Club’s Chuck Will Take Board of Directors 1980–2015. As Our New Commodore Congratulations were extended to all re-elected NUMBER 5: Effective immediately I decree that Board Members, including new Board members: Direc- GLCC Spring Breaks will alternate between Hawaii tor Doug Jackson, Fleet Captain Joe Mesenburg (pre- and Aspen. sented Friday night), Fleet Surgeon Dr. Michael Hritz, NUMBER 4: I pledge to finish all the unused wine Judge Advocate (Canada) Stephen Selznick, Rear after the GLCC hospitality suite closes. Commodore for Lake Erie, Roger Hankle, and Vice NUMBER 3: By Commodore’s decree, Executive Commodore Rich Barzyk. Committee meetings will no longer be scheduled the Lastly, the Change of Watch from Niels Jensen to morning after the hospitality suite closes. incoming Commodore Chuck Mead took place. Niels NUMBER 2: I will establish a new GLCC bridge and Vicki Jensen were sincerely thanked for their position – Fleet Sommelier, or Fleet Wine Steward. dedication and commitment to the GLCC these past NUMBER 1: Effective immediately I will abolish two years. Commodore Mead addressed the gathering Danish as the official language for executive with a heartfelt thank you and an invitation for all GLCC committee meetings.

GLCC Lifeline, Winter 2015 23 Save the Dates as Spring Awakening Moves to New Venue in 2016 by Rear Commodores Mark Lifter and Brad Somers The 2016 Spring Awakening gathering, jointly sponsored by Region 47 (Detroit-Saginaw Bay) and Region 43 (Southwestern Ontario), will be held April 15-17 in “Ford Country” at the Dearborn Inn in Dearborn, Michigan. Members and guests from all GLCC regions are welcome to join us for a fun and productive weekend. Why should you plan to attend Spring Awakening 2016? • It’s a great way to kick off the boating season and connect with old and new GLCC friends. • You’ll enjoy staying at the Dearborn Inn, a beautifully restored historic hotel comprising of several buildings on 23 acres of grounds. In 1931, Henry Ford determined the need for lodging near his airport, where Ford based his famous tri-motor airplanes (the airport later became the Ford test track). He commissioned prominent local architect Albert Kahn, who built many of Detroit’s landmarks, for the design. Among its many historical notes, the Inn was the first hotel to have air conditioning. Since then, the hotel has undergone numerous improvements and is now listed on the National Register of Historic Places. The hotel is filled with historic memorabilia. • Friday night, we’ll gather for dinner nearby at one of Michigan’s finest private clubs, the Dearborn Country Club. DCC started with a simple request when, in 1923, Henry Ford instructed his general secretary to “lay out a good, practical golf club…” To make his vision possible, Ford worked hand-in-hand with renowned course designer Donald Ross to design the original 18-hole Championship golf course. He then again engaged Albert Kahn to build the beau- tiful Clubhouse, still in use gracing the grounds today. The Friday night dinner will be optional, but you may not want to miss this opportunity to experience this special place (thanks to DCC and GLCC member Gary Stanford). • Spouses and other guests with available time while Board and other meetings are underway through lunch on Saturday may enjoy a morning visit to Greenfield Village, which takes you back to the sights, sounds and sensations of America’s past with many authentic buildings and activities. Among the many highlights here is the actual labora- tory of Thomas Edison, one of Henry Ford’s personal friends. • Saturday afternoon after meetings conclude, we plan to offer optional guided group tours of the Henry Ford Museum, an amazing institution that brings American ideas and innovations to life. • The Dearborn Inn will host Saturday evening’s reception, a fine dinner, GLCC updates, and our speaker. GLCC members and guests who live locally or are not involved in GLCC business or member meetings can sign up for this dinner event only. Perhaps you now know why Spring Awakening 2016 will clearly be in “Ford Country.” Mark your calendars for April 15–17, 2016. Registration information will be in the next Lifeline issue and posted online. Please contact Rear Commodores Mark Lifter at 248-514-4250 or Brad Somers at 519-948-9584 if you have questions.

Photos L to R: Firestone Farm in Greenfield Village (courtesy mrswebersneighborhood.com), the Dearborn Inn (courtesy hotels.com), Henry Ford Museum’s Driving America display (courtesy commons.wikimedia.org)

24 GLCC Lifeline, Winter 2015 Rendezvous Returns to Lake Superior

Photo via Barkers Island Inn by Immediate Past Commodore Niels R. Jensen The 2016 Rendezvous will again be held at Barkers take your time to enjoy the many wonderful sights and Island Marina in the twin ports of Duluth (S-187) and harbors along the way. Superior (S-188) at the western end of Lake Superior. Another option is to follow along the lake’s rugged This flagship event is scheduled from July 16-20. Canadian East and North Shore to the Rendezvous. The Rendezvous Committee is working to make That alternative takes considerably more time, and we this particular Lake Superior exceptional. The program recommend you visit this truly spectacular and wild sec- includes a harbor cruise on the former USCG Cutter tor during your return trip. Sundew, and a special excursion train along the Min- Regardless, it’s prudent to carefully plan out your route, nesota shore. as the distances between the marinas with fuel and ser- “For those of you who joined us for previous vices are often far greater than on the lower lakes. events, we are doing our best to excite you with some When planning your trip, the GLCC’s cruising guides new venues and a return to others,” said Rear Com- are an invaluable resource. We recommend you first modore (Lake Superior) Duane Flynn. “We will once read the S-00 South Shore and S-0.5 North & East again offer pre- and post-event opportunities for your Shore Overview reports to familiarize yourself with what enjoyment, if you wish to spend a little more time in the lake has to offer, before beginning to examine the our beautiful communities. We have a full schedule individual Harbor Reports. with something for everyone! Please join us for a Su- If you’re planning to attend the Rendezvous by car perior Experience!” he added. or RV, note that a block of rooms is set aside at the You don’t want to miss the 2016 Rendezvous, espe- Barkers Island Inn — which is right next to the docks cially if you’re working towards getting the Club’s Admi- — and RV parking with power has been arranged on ral Bayfield Award. Besides, there are so many benefits the marina’s premises. There is also a boat ramp at of visiting Lake Superior’s vast wilderness, outstanding Barkers Island for those members who bring their trail- scenery, secluded anchorages, beautiful beaches, deep able boats to the Rendezvous. fjords and pleasant towns. There is nothing like it in the Regardless of your mode of transportation, you will World. It is an adventure. find the twin ports of Duluth-Superior to be a fun and re- It’s well known that Lake Superior has a legendary warding setting for the 2016 Rendezvous. The area is a reputation. That may cause some members to hesitate bustling tourism and recreation destination, and one of about taking a trip. Lake Superior is actually a reason- the busiest commercial seaports in the nation, partly be- able and fun place to sail in the summertime. It must cause it’s the western end of the St. Lawrence Seaway. obviously be treated with proper respect, just like the There will be plenty to do and see here. The Committee rest of the Great Lakes. However, there are thousands has arranged an extensive program for your enjoyment, of recreational boats on the upper lake in the summer which will give you a fine sample of what the area has season, and many routinely cross the lake. You can be to offer. However, you may wish to linger for a few days assured that any well-found and well-operated cruising to do some explorations on your own. boat may safely make the passage between Sault Ste. Marie and Superior-Duluth. The registration fee for the Rendezvous is $195 USD/ The most direct route from the Soo to the 2016 person. For the tentative schedule, optional events, and Rendezvous is along Lake Superior’s South Shore. further program information, please see the website While the passage can be made in days, we urge you to (http://www.glcclub.com/2016-glcc-rendezvous).

GLCC Lifeline, Winter 2015 25 WELCOME ABOARD! We welcome these new members to the fellowship of the Great Lakes Cruising Club:

James Berns Steven Graham Thomas & Susan Rowe Larry & Jan Van Deusen Sterling Heights, Mich. New Buffalo, N.Y. Port Clinton, Ohio Lake View, N.Y. J B IN WATER GHOST DANCER PAIRADOCS WINDFALL Colin Bidwell Kirsten Guenther & Mike & Marie Schlorff George & Donna Lakewood, Ohio John Knoedler Coldwater, Ont. Von der Hoff ANCIENT WIND Linden, Mich. KILTY Interlochen, Mich. Robert & Robin Black William Jackson & William & Kelli Schult SOL Y LUNA Hobart, Ind. Riggan Shilstone Warrenville, Ill. Lana Wagner SERENDIPITY Mount Vernon, Ill. ST. SOMEWHERE St. Petersburg, Fla. Marc & Erzsebet Brower Scott & Juliann Johnson David & Debbie Stanley GO NANA Yankton, South Dakota Rochester Hills, Mich. Blue Springs, Mo. Floyd Walpole & SARAHABBY III RETTA ADAMS Michael & Laura Lucas Linda Hoobler Brent & Sherry Chaulk Ravenna, Ont. Dan Stinebring & Wichita, Kan. Guelph, Ont. LOCUTUS Lynn Powell TUMBLEWEED Oberlin, Ohio MOKAMI Bill Merrill & John & Evonne Yonover POLARIS Daniel & Francine Cross Ella Ramsey Lemont, Ill. Sherwood, Wis. Golden Valley, Minn. Ed & Pat Summers HOCKADOO ENNUI WENT VIXEN Norton Shores, Mich. SHIP IT III Flavius Cucu & Miriam William & Nancy Miles Van de Sype Peoria Hts., Ill. Janet & Verne Sutherland Milwaukee, Wis. FOLLY II Twin Lake, Mich. STEEL AWEIGH MOVE OVER BACON Tim & Barb Monroe Marvin Elenbaas Mayfield, Ohio Grant & Robert Dearborn, Mich. AT EASE Tanenbaum Rockville, Md. LOONSONG Martin & Lisa Neumann Alasdair Fenton Garden City, Mich. CANANDAIGUA Toronto, Ont. DRAGON FLY Mark Thornton & Ronald & Beth Fisher Mark & JoAnn Rathbone Susan Chowanetz Chassell, Mich. New Baltimore, Mich. Westlake, Ohio AYE-LANDER II NIRVANA OSPREY William and Kelli Schult Call for Port Captain

H-74.5 Duncan Bay Harbor Report chart and image Candidates The Great Lakes Cruising Club is looking for interested members to be- come Port Captains. This also applies to harbors and marinas that already have a Port Captain. Additionally, Deputy Port Captains are also being sought. The requirements to be a Port Captain are to be a member in good stand- ing with a sincere interest in keeping the club informed of the current state, and any changes to your home port. It is with local knowledge provided by Port Captains that the club is able to maintain our Harbor Reports with the most accurate and up-to-date information available on the entire Great Lakes. Any member or couple interested in becoming a Port Captain or a Co-Port Captain (couples) please contact Bill at: [email protected]. Don’t wait, Contact me TODAY!

26 GLCC Lifeline, Winter 2015 Member to Member

Member-to-member ads are available to GLCC members. The ads are intended solely for personal boats and boat-related gear and for cruising activities, such as boat-swapping. 1996 Cruisers 3650–Lots of Updates Impeccable 2-owner boat, freshwater, They are not available for commercial advertising. Ads run a maximum of three issues in always heated storage, professionally Lifeline. For boat details, please visit www.glcclub.com/forums/ads maintained. $72,900 USD 651-341-3868

European Canal Cruiser Year: 2000, Swain Island - Maryanne Cove/Island 2003 Pacific Trawler 40’ 28-foot, single engine diesel, fiberglass 4.1-acre island with great summer Midland, Ontario - $220,000 USD. hull. Located in Woodbridge, Suffolk, UK. home. Main cottage is 1248 sq. ft. with Contact Harry 519-725-2616 or email $100,406 USD. Please contact Howard 4 bedrooms, full screen porch. Major [email protected] Ford at +44 (0)1394 385577 sundecks, excellent protected boat harbour with docks - hydro, septic and Caliber 40LRC One owner, freshwater furnished! Equipped and ready for your boat, fully loaded for extended cruising, enjoyment! Fantastic fishing, hiking, located Lake Superior. $239,000 USD boating and scenic terrain in the only Contact Stan Cory: [email protected] fjord on the great lakes! Contact: James or 612-816-3887 Bousquet 705-368-2271

1992 Catalina 36’ walk-thru Located in Bayfield. Listed with Hoopers Yacht Sales. $59,900 USD. www.hoopersyachtsalescom

1988 36′ Island Gypsy Sedan Trawler 2000 Catalina 36 Mark II Buena Vista, $75,900 USD Freshwater Lake fresh water. Impeccably maintained. Michigan boat. In Lake Superior the last $94,900 USD. Call Bob at 720-470-4458 9 years. Scott Kellett 218-260-6116

Tayana Vancouver 42 Pilothouse Jubilee is presently lying in Brunswick, Ga. 1990, excellent condition, numerous upgrades. Recently reduced! Bill Rohde

Submit and view all member-to- 2008 Passport 47 Center Cockpit member ads online at: Hinterhoeller 1984 Niagara 35 Fully SV Abacus. Contact Thom Wagner www.glcclub.com/forums/ads equipped, ready to cruise. $48,900 USD. at 410-991-3489 or go to Yachtworld Please remember to remove your Currently stored at Mackinaw City, Mich. website at: www.yachtworld.com/boats ad from the website 616-540-9424 for more information. when your item is sold.

GLCC Lifeline, Winter 2015 27 Where in the World Are We? Great Lakes Cruising Club CALENDAR OF EVENTS 2016 January 8-17 Toronto International Boat Show Toronto, Ont. (O-45) Past Commodore J.E. Fordyce 416-805-0858 [email protected] January 9 30th Annual Lake Superior Mid-Winter Dinner Meeting Kitchi Gammi Club, Duluth, Minn. (S-187) Rear Commodore Duane Flynn 218-525-4580 [email protected] Immediate Past Commodore Niels R. Jensen 612-788-0297 [email protected] January 14-18 Mid-America - Cleveland Boat Show I-X Center, Cleveland, Ohio Vice Commodore Rich Barzyk 440-289-5243 [email protected] January 14-18 Chicago Boat, RV & Strictly Sail Show Photo by Commodore Chuck Mead McCormick Place, Chicago, Ill. Rear Commodore Leonard Nowak 312-431-0014 [email protected] January 16 Do You Know This Location? Southwest Lake Michigan Hint: Pleasure craft are advised to learn as much as possible before Regional Mid-Winter Dinner attempting this. Get comfortable about being watched on closed-circuit Wildfire Restaurant, Chicago, Ill. (M-37.5) video your entire trip, and having no services or stopping once underway. Rear Commodore Leonard Nowak 312-431-0014 [email protected] Send your best guesses to the Lifeline Editor in the Port Huron office, February 11-15 [email protected]. First responders with correct answers will be issued a pair Miami Boat Show – Miami Marine Stadium of GLCC cold beverage cozies, and recognition in the next issue of Lifeline. Park & Basin, Virginia Key, Fla. March 1-13 Spring Break Florida Where in the World Were We? April 15-17 Pat Noordsij Spring Awakening Joint Regional Dinner Dearborn Inn, Dearborn, Mich. of Bayfield, Rear Commodore Mark Lifter Wis. (S-192.5) 248-626-3259 [email protected] correctly Rear Commodore Brad Somers identified the 519-948-9584 [email protected] location featured July 16-20 in the Summer Rendezvous issue of Lifeline. Barkers Island Marina It’s Oak Island, Duluth - Superior (S-187, 188) one of the Apostle Islands, Great Lakes Cruising Club in Wisconsin 810-984-4500 [email protected] (S-191.32). www.glcclub.com

Photo by Immediate Past Commodore Niels R. Jensen