THE HIGHLANDER Volume LIV, No. 2, April 2008

Highlander #942 On Display at „08 Boat and Waterfront Lifestyle Expo in Cleveland Photo by Gary Vinicky The Highlander Page 2 April ‘08

The Highlander Official Publication of The Highlander Class International Association President’s Corner

President Ahoy Highlander sailors! Spring is gatta season by Jamey Carey in the air and it‟s time to blow the cob- attending the 788 Burristown Road webs off our boats and equipment in Midwinters at Sabina, Ohio 45169 preparation of the 2008 sea- LNYC May 937 725-1757 son. I‟m very excited about the regatta 10/11. [email protected] season ahead and the full schedule of This would events taking shape for our 2008 Na- be the perfect Commodore Dick Doyne tional Championships at Lake Norman time to check Gastonia, NC Yacht Club. out Lake Nor- 704 864-2861 [email protected] The folks of Fleet 27 have done a man to see President,Pres Norris Jamey Bourdow Carey Vice President lot of work in preparation for this what all the John Bauer event, and it promises to be an out- hype is about, and to gain an advantage New Philadelphia, Ohio standing family vacation. Between the on your competition by scoping out the Secretary Erin Spengeman great southern weather, the complete 2008 Nationals venue in advance. Louisville, KY shoreside facilities, the experienced Another topic I'm very excited about Treasurer race committees, the awesome body of is the preliminary work being performed Onno Steger Columbus, OH water, and the endless sources of by your board members to form our 501

Chief Measurer things for the non-sailors in your group (c)(3) organization, HCIA Training Redmond to enjoy; this year's Nationals promises Annapolis, MD Inc. While the formation of this organi- O: 703 933-6725 H: 410 991-1660 to be an event you simply won't want zation is currently in the preliminary [email protected] to miss. phases, it should take shape quickly. Secretary-Treasurer Combine these features with the Basically this will be a new group Bryan Hollingsworth fact that we are also encouraging peo- operated separately from the HCIA board 410 Holiday Road ple to participate in the Nationals that will exist to provide training regard- Lexington, KY 40502 "Classic Class" (for D&M & Durabilt ing the safe racing of Highlander sail- Ph/fax 859 269-3130 boats), this years Nationals becomes a boats, especially among youth. It is regatta where you simply must beg, Mbl 859-806-5908 hoped that this will provide opportunities borrow, or steal a Highlander to ensure for members to receive breaks by making [email protected] you don't miss this event. tax deductible donations of sails, boats, National Champions This would be the perfect year to money, etc., to the organization while Bruce Busbey, Skipper Justin Busbey, Crew come to your first Nationals, even if also exposing our great Highlander Class Carina Gerry, Crew you have to pull that old boat out of the to young people who otherwise might not Directors weeds to attend. Even if your boat have a chance to experience our sport. Sue Bauer („07-08) won't be ready to race, we know of Your current board has worked dili- Columbus, OH several Highlanders that may be avail- gently to increase participation in our Dan Hopkins („07-09) Euclid, OH able for charter, so there is no reason to class, and I believe this project dovetails

Mike Shayeson („07-09) miss the boat on this party. very well with this goal. Please look for- Cincinnati, OH Your Nationals Race Committee ward to receiving more information Ed Spengeman („06-08) has already reviewed the Notice of about this organization in the very near Louisville, KY Race on page 7, and official Sailing future. (Associates) Bill Price („08) Instructions will be forthcoming in the Thanks for your continued support of Springfield, OH near future. the Highlander Class. Hope to see you on Editor - Mike Feldhaus With that said, I'd certainly like to the water at a regatta soon. 7109 Green Spring Drive encourage you all to kick off the re- Louisville, Ky 40241 P-10-11. Ship shape trailer tips. H 502 228-8725 O: 502 495-5113 In this issue: Don‟t Miss: P-11, 13. Tributes to Merle Spring Off (fax) 502 495-5114 Above: New HCIA 501 (c)(3) for and Ralph Redmond. [email protected] training and charitable giving. P-11. Bluegrass Fleet Update. Builder: Allen Boat Company Inc. P-6,7,8,12,13: Information of all P-13: Secretary-Treasurer‟s column. 370 Babcock Street [email protected] sorts on the 2008 Nationals at Lake Pay dues and help with the boat count. Buffalo, NY 14206 716 842-0800 Norman. P-14: “Cruisers‟ Corner,” the Solent

P-3,4: Showing off the Highlander lug solution for high-wind day sailing. Highlander Web Page: at the Cleveland Boat Show. P-15: Classified ads. www.sailhighlander.org P-5: Snowslide Regatta gathering. P-16: The complete HCIA regatta Webmaster: Fanny Timmer And what‟s CRSA mean to you? schedule for 2008, and an invitation [email protected] P-9,10: The life of a “live-aboard.” MidWinters, May 10/11. The Highlander

April „08 Page 3 With Help From Friends we must thank Skip and Ernie Dieball for the brand new set of Highlander Quan- tum sails that they loaned HCIA for the Fleet 14 Shows Off Highlander cause. Skip and Ernie also helped out during the breakdown of the display. By Gary Vinicky HCIA and Fleet 14 have and will We are blessed with the best group of This January 11-20, HCIA was pre- continue to reap the benefits of this people you could ever want who eagerly sent once again in the one-design section show even though the event as a whole volunteer their precious time (and park- of the Cleveland Boat Show now called is still on somewhat of a decline. ing money: Yikes!) every year to make the Boat and Waterfront Lifestyle Expo. This year‟s Highlander on display this a successful event. I am most appre- was #942 owned by Deb- ciative of my good friend, Roger Walko, bie and Rick Robertson, #961 who was there at the set-up and was members of Fleet 14 and present most every day of this 10-day crewed by their kids show and all the way through to the dis- Adam and Randi and mantling of the display and loading friend Kevin with guest Highlander #942 onto its trailer. appearances from John, I could not do this if it were not for Debbie‟s brother. Debbie Roger, Joe Begany, #200 (and crew on and Rick have really fixed #961), Jan Hridel, #853, Debbie Robert- up #942 and she‟s really a son, #942, Lance Polen, #1001, Dan showroom beauty with Hopkins, #797, Tom Poppalardo, #686, varnished teak all around. and John Eltzroth, #811. John was very The Robertson‟s are generous in that he supplied the com- one of three family- puter, projector and screen for the second crewed Highlanders in year so that we could show many great Fleet 14 which is really a digital pictures from Nationals ‟06 and neat thing. The other two Fleet 14 sailing activities to our boat families are Team #412 show visitors. consisting of Steve, Linda The display booth shift volunteers (formerly a Southam), were all of the above plus Mark, Cher Diana and Charlie Mer- and Brittany Mosgo, Rick and Debbie riam, and Team #667 con- Robertson, Chuck Smith, Steve Merriam, sisting of Mark, Cher and Mirek Posedel, Rick Blum and Werner Brittany Mosgo. Hope- Wildenburg. fully, if this trend contin- After doing this for so long and with ues we will have our own many of the same crew, it seems every- junior program going in one knows what to do without much ef- the future. fort on my part and thanks for that be- A great Highlander cause I was ailing with a pinched nerve display boat needs great in my neck and a numb left arm. sails to display as well and Highlander #942 out front, leading the one-design pack. (Continued on page 4)

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there were many Highlanders, ship has migrated to the less expensive, Flying Scots, Thistles and laid back spacious green space environ- Lightnings at many yacht ment of Whiskey Island. We may have a clubs on big bodies of water. Fleet this year at WIM. If that However, as these clubs happens, we‟ll have to resurrect our old evolved and became more name, Whiskey Island One Design. sophisticated with the influx Wouldn‟t that be wild? of many young, successful Still, even with the low attendance at professionals who wanted the boat show, the mood at the High- larger easier-to-sail vessels lander display was still upbeat. and demanded member ser- Over the last several years, this show vices like restaurants, larger has been on a decline most likely due to docks, pools and tennis courts; the dwindling economy of the Midwest, some of these clubs became especially northeast Ohio. too expensive for the small The number of boat dealers was visi- boat sailor. bly down this year and some of the large At these yacht clubs the yacht brokers were represented but with- basic idea of small boat sail- out their display models, only a booth ing/racing, picnic lunches and and a list of boats for sale. I guess it‟s the camaraderie that went because of this regional economical de- along with that, have been lost cline and the fewer dealers returning, that by many over time. the show organizers have changed the Those that became mem- name of the venue and are soliciting ven- bers early and at relatively dors other than just power and sail boats. low initiation fees were able In fact, the one-design sailing group to hold on with the ever rising was bumped from the premier spot at the monthly fees and dockage/dry entrance of the show by Toyota who was sail expenses for a while. a major sponsor and had set up a NAS- However, trying to attract CAR booth consisting of two NASCAR new, young people into the Toyota race cars and a large semi-trailer sport at these yacht clubs does that housed a couple of NASCAR simu- Sometimes the best connections occur one-on-one. not make much economic lators. For a while I had to think, was I at Due in large part to this Cleveland sense. the boat show or the Auto Show? boat show over the years, Edgewater Those that do join, more times than The 10-day Cleveland show really YC‟s Fleet 14 is set to have one of its not, have a significant amount of dis- had only two good days; the two Satur- most productive years with 14 boats reg- posable income and usually opt for a days. A few weeks after the event, I re- istered for the 2008 EYC Sail Race Pro- large keelboat of some type; and so, ceived a survey to determine if a 4 or 5- gram. This is really great and the timing over time, as the old-time Highlander day show would be a preference over the is awesome since we‟re entering a year sailors at these clubs passed on or re- 10-day format. There must have been of celebration: our 50th anniversary. tired from sailing, the one-design cen- several complaints. So, we shall see if we We at Highlander Fleet 14 and the terboard sailors have become a rare will have a long weekend show next year nearby fleets of Berlin, Hoover and breed, indeed. or stick with the grueling 10-day format. Cowan do recognize that we are very Luckily, there are many other suc- Highlander Fleet 14 is fully commit- fortunate (Fleet 14 probably most so) to cessful sailing associations or clubs on ted to support HCIA in assuring that our have this boat show available to us. I smaller bodies of water that had better boat will have a significant presence at wish that the other Highlander fleets control of their aspirations and did not this show in the future. I just hope that around the country had the same. Maybe lose sight of their purpose. They re- other Fleets will look for similar venues there is a venue in your area. Have you sisted the trend by not installing a pool elsewhere in the country or start up their looked around? I was drawn into the ex- or a tennis court and remained loyal to own mini, boat show. We are also plan- citement of Highlander sailing at the the small boat, one-design culture. ning on having a follow-up sailing dem- 1977 Cleveland Boat Show where I met The primary reason that Fleet 14 is onstration and in-water boat show either Crede Calhoun, Ray Ernest and Chuck still here is that in the early 80‟s we at Whiskey Island or Edgewater Yacht Hazel #533, and here I am, still involved opened up our membership to other Club sometime in late June or July, to after all these years. It has to be the peo- Highlanders at adjacent marinas. The follow up with the 30 or so visitors that ple and the boat! close proximity of these, several loca- had signed our visitor‟s log. It is this show that has held us to- tions did not warrant creating another However you cut it, good things don‟t gether, especially Fleet 14 on Lake Erie, fleet since we all race in the same pro- happen without a dedicated group of peo- which is no small thing when you think gram. Especially important to us here is ple exerting a good deal of effort. You of what has happened to small boat sail- nearby Whiskey Island Marina (WIM). just have to commit to it, but it does pays ing on the Great Lakes. Forty years ago, Slowly over the years, the member- off in the long run. We are the proof. The Highlander April „08 Page 5 ily out of his way. The party went on into the night fol- A “Snowslide” „08 New Year lowing the (near legendary) hallway feast. We toasted the New Year at mid- By Harold Bauer for the annual “Red Roof Hallway Pot- night and by 1 a.m. the hall was quiet. It was the end of one year and the luck New Year‟s Eve Buffet and Gala We‟re already looking forward to beginning of a new one; the weekend Celebration.” During the cocktail hour, next year‟s regatta with hopes that you‟ll that is typically referred to as the New the awards presentation was held with join us. Even if you‟re not a skier, you Year‟s holiday. What were you to do on recognition going to the following: can‟t beat the relaxing evenings enjoying New Year‟s Eve this year? You could Long Distance Award: Mark and the conversations with other Highlander have stayed home and waited for the ball Jen Paisley for traveling 10+ hours st sailors following a day of skiing, sight- to drop at midnight on the 31 . Or you from Maine to ski only one day. seeing or shopping in the surrounding could have gone to the local pub or party Innovation Award: Sarah Paisley small towns. There‟s even a casino center with some friends. You could for re-designing the coffee machine in nearby for those who care to take their have even taken a cruise in the Carib- the hotel lobby to include a button for chances with lady luck. Until then, see bean. Bailey‟s Irish Crème. you on the water. But if you were a skier, located even Early Bird Award: Teri Zaegel and remotely close to Jamestown, New York, Stef Bauer for being the first ones to you packed up your gear and headed for retire to the lodge, by 2 p.m. both days, the hills of Holiday Valley Ski Resort to nurse a concoction of brandy, Bai- Custom Highlander Gear along with the other 17 Highlander- ley‟s and ice cream. CRSA stands for Coral Reef Sailing connected folks that made the journey On-The-Slope Achievement Award: Apparel and we now have an arrange- this year from as far away as Maine. Steve Bauer for attempting to take out ment with them whereby a small per- The weekend started out with the his father, Harold on the Fiddler‟s El- centage of the price for Highlander cus- usual early arrivals on Saturday evening bow by cutting across in front of him tom apparel ordered through their com- at the traditional home of the annual non- only to find that he had incorrectly cal- pany will be contributed to HCIA to help sailing Snow Slide Regatta, the Red Roof culated his proximity to the edge of the strengthen the class. Inn in Jamestown, NY. As usual, the hot trail. Steve quickly came to realize that While each nationals committee, like spot for gathering was in the hallway to he had become the victim of his own this year‟s, may provide a commemora- get reacquainted and share stories of the evil plan to take out Harold as he slid tive tee shirt and such, CRSA has an road to the regatta. Most of the tales this through the woods spread eagle on his extensive line of additional items that particular evening involved the use of back, feet first. Steve‟s prayers were can be marked with the Highlander name new navigation systems (Christmas gifts) answered when the small tree in his or logo. Check them out at: coralreefsail- that managed to find routes that took path turned out to be only a stick stand- ing.net or find a link at our web site at: longer and went to places never seen ing upright in the snow and folded eas- sailhighlander.net. before; in the longest possible time. After much discussion and considerable liba- tion, we called it a night and turned in, to get ready for an early morning. Sunday was a perfect day for skiing. The temperatures were mild at about 30F and the crowds were light, which meant short lift lines and more skiing. Sunday evening back at the Red Roof wasn‟t a terribly late one as this weekend of ski- ing was the first of the season for most. A day of knocking of the rust had taken its toll on some, but sailors being who they are, managed to keep up the reputa- tion and put away a few beverages to ease the pain, because that‟s just what sailors do. Monday, New Years Eve day, was another great one for skiing with tem- peratures right around the 30-degree mark with moderate snow falling. Again the crowds were relatively light; espe- cially considering it was a holiday week- end. Following another full day of skiing, everyone headed back to the Red Roof All the usual sailing suspects on a break from skiing, just before the hallway party. The Highlander Page 6 April ‘08

might have forgotten, good beer from a local brewery. The top floor of the Club- Nats „08: Headin‟ South house is closed for renovation but we will have plenty of space for picnics and By Patrick Rykens the Clubhouse and the Pavilion. Some socials, rain or shine. Now is the time to commit to coming LNYC members may also be willing to ACCOMODATIONS: Develop- to Lake Norman for the 2008 Nationals, loan/rent their campers for the week ment in the area over the last few years Sunday, July 19 through Thursday, July (note; no a/c). Contact Steve Hesler if has been unbelievable with new shops, 24. All the information we think you you are interested. For space-planning neighborhoods, restaurants, hotels, tour- need is provided below but if you have purposes, we request that you indicate ist attractions, and various new ameni- any questions please contact us. Our Na- on your registration form whether you ties. We‟ve negotiated special rates at tionals co-chairs are: Steve Hesler; 704- intend to camp or bring an RV. two hotels as follows: 841-9010, [email protected], and We want to make everyone wel- Fairfield Inn, 120 Consumer Square, Sue Rykens; 704-598-2863, susanbos- come to the 2008 Nationals, whether Mooresville, NC 28117, (704) 663-6100. [email protected]. Sailing information is also you are experienced or have never at- This hotel is 100% smoke-free. Special available on the Highlander web site tended a nationals before. If you need rate is $89 per night for a room with 2 (www.sailhighlander.org) and at the crew just ask us. If you need a boat just queen beds. This rate includes breakfast. LNYC web site (www.lnyc.org) ask us. If you need accommodations Mention “Highlanders” when making a CLUB FACILITIES: As many of just ask us. Not only will we have dedi- reservation. Reservations must be made you know, LNYC‟s 26-acre campus cated Highlander “shore masters,” who by July 4 to receive this discount rate. (below) has tons of space for camping, will be able to provide advice „on the Homewood Suites by Hilton, 125 people and boats. Boat launching is done day,‟ but while you are planning your Harbor Place Drive, Davidson, NC via ramps on either side of the cove. If vacation to Lake Norman, e-mail or 28036, (704) 987-1818. Special rate is you want to leave boats in the water telephone our co-chairs if you need $139 per night for a one bedroom king overnight there is plenty of dock space. questions answered in advance. suite. Living area has a sleep sofa, so Camping is free but there are no LNYC grounds include outdoor gas room will accommodate 4 people. Rate hookups and no camp fires are allowed. grills, a swimming beach, a children‟s includes breakfast and a reception Mon- Bathroom facilities are available in both playground, and in case you thought we Thurs, 5:30-7:30 p.m. with complimen- tary salad bar, beer and wine. Mention “Highlander group” when making reser- vations by June 26 to receive this dis- count rate. Other hotels in the area include: (Continued on page 12)

At lower left is the Lake Norman YC clubhouse with big boat docking to the right. The clubhouse will serve as the registration center and general hub for activities throughout 2008 Nationals week. Just „above‟ the big boat docks, still on the left side of the cove, you can see the boat launch ramp and courtesy docks, and docking for race committee and official club boats. Just across the cove is another launch ramp. More courtesy docks are there, and just behind that on the right is the camping area. Further, at „top‟ right you may be able to make out the dry, boat storage area. At the top of the photo and top of the cove you can see the pavilion area and more camping spots. There‟s plenty of room to picnic, shower, or use the space for shelter in the event of a rain. The sand beach is in the pavilion area, as is the board boat area. The Highlander April „08 Page 7

Notice of Race tainment $15 (age 10 and under $9). 1200: Skippers‟ Meeting, Nationals, Thursday Banquet $20 (age 10 and Masters and Classic Boats events. 2008 Highlander National under $10). 1255: Warning, practice race and Championships Bag lunches available Mon, Tues, Masters Championship (3 scheduled). Lake Norman Yacht Club, Wed, Thurs, $6. 1730: HCIA annual meeting. Mooresville, NC All meals and lunches available 1830: or as soon as possible after by reservation only. annual meeting; picnic dinner at LNYC, July 19 - 24, 2008 Complimentary beer, soft drinks, reservations required. iced tea each day after races. Mon, July 21: 0855 Warning. Three Sponsored by: Highlander Class Free camping on LNYC grounds in races scheduled back to back. Classic International Association and Highlander designated camping areas. Boat event to be run concurrent with Fleet 27, Lake Norman Yacht Club. Boat parking in designated areas to Championship. Fleet split determined Highlander National Championship accommodate all out-of-town guests. after races. Masters Championship Map to club on LNYC website, Tues, July 22: 0855. Warning. Three Women‟s Championship LNYC.CLUBEXPRESS.COM. races scheduled for both divisions (no Junior Championship NO PETS or campfires (club rules). more than 9 races total for the event). Classic Boat Championship 1830: Barbecue Dinner and entertain- Racing rules; general regulations: ment. Eligibility: National championship The event will be governed by the Wed, July 23: 0855. Warning. Three open to all HCIA dues paying members. Racing Rules of Sailing, the rules of the races scheduled for both divisions (a 9- Masters, open to dues paying mem- Highlander Class and the Sailing In- race total scheduled for both divisions). bers 55 and older. structions available at formal check-in Thurs, July 24: 0855 Warning. Make Women‟s, open to females of dues and final registration at LNYC. -up races for any races not completed up paying family. to 7 races, skippers‟ meeting for Juniors Junior, open to juniors 21 and Scoring: Scoring will be in accor- and Women‟s events. younger. dance with Article VI, paragraph 11 of 0955: Warning, Junior‟s and Classic Boat, open to all dues paying the Highlander Class bylaws. women‟s events subject to completion of members registered for Nationals with This modifies the Racing Rules of National Championship event. D&M or Durabuilt boats. Sailing Appendix A. 1800: Awards Banquet. Fri, July 25: Make-up day for Registration and Fees: National Trophies and Awards: Trophies Women‟s and Junior championships, if Championship $170. Registration after will be awarded as per Article VI para- needed. June 30, 08, $190. graph 13 of the Highlander Class by- Schedule changes will be posted the Masters and Women‟s: $15. laws. evening before, on the “Official Bulletin Junior: $10. The Class Boat Event will have Board.” Classic Boat: $5 trophies for the first three places. A 10% add-on will be charged to all Other Racing Opportunities non-US Sailing Members. Bring a cur- Schedule of Events. rent US Sailing membership card. Sat, July 19: 0900-1700 measure- Don‟t forget the Mayor‟s Cup at Ea- ment and registration. gle Creek, May 17/18, and there are five Incidentals: Sunday picnic dinner Sun, July 20: 0900-1700 measure- other regattas throughout June. Check $10 (age 10 and under $6). ment and registration. the dates and details on page 16, and Tuesday Barbecue dinner and enter- remember, “you gotta regatta.” The Highlander

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2008 Nationals Registration Form Date:______Skipper Name______

Address:______City, State, Zip: ______Phone:______. Email: ______Boat #, name:______Camping spaces needed (indicate number): Tent______, Camper/Van______, RV (no hook-ups)______A limited number of LNYC members’ campers available for rent. Contact Steve Hesler, 704 841-9010 for information.

COST: NUMBER TOTAL $ National Championship Reg. $170 per boat ______“ “ “ Reg. (after June 30, 2008) $190 per boat ______Classic Boat Championship $5 per boat ______Masters Championship $15 per boat ______Women’s Championship $10 per boat ______Junior Championship $10 per boat ______Non-members of US Sailing, add 10% to registration fees. (Members must bring current card to Nationals). MEALS: NUMBER TOTAL $ Sunday Picnic Adult: $10 ea ______$______Youth 10 & under: $6 ea ______$______Tues BBQ & entertainment Adult : $15 ea ______$______Youth 10 & under: $9 ea ______$______Thurs Awards Dinner Adult: $20 ea ______$______Youth 10 & under: $10 ea ______$______Lunches: $6 ea, note # per day: Mon___, Tues___, Wed___, Thurs___: Total: ______$______GRAND TOTAL: $______

T-SHIRTS: Each Skipper gets choice of free regatta T-shirt, circle size: YL, SM, M, L, XL, 2X, or, Check here ____for $10 coupon for Coral Reef Sailing Apparel. To order additional regatta tee shirts or customized Highlander apparel in advance for pick up at Nationals, go to Coral Reef website at www.coralreefsailing.net and look for Highlander link under Class Apparel.

As an entrant in the Highlander National Championships, I agree to sail my boat in accordance with The Racing Rules of Sailing and all of the rules governing the event. I fully understand that I am competing at my own risk and that the orga- nizing authority will not accept any liability for damage, personal injury or death sustained in conjunction with or prior to, during, or after this event. Signature: ______Date. ______Please Print Name: ______Print Crew names if known. ______

Copy and Return this form to: John Wigney, 125 Misty Cove Lane, Mooresville, NC 28117. Checks should be made to: Highlander Fleet 27. A digital copy of this registration form is available at sailhighlander.org. The Highlander April ‘08 Page 9

fall into the 35 degree water; it‟s not good. The Life of a “Live-aboard” The boat has central heating powered by a heat pump using the water from the By Mark Redmond on the bottom in the middle of the bay. It works great and keeps the boat As many of you may already know channel in several places in North nice and toasty (and nice and cool in the Debbie and I decided that we wanted to Carolina until we finally went hard on a summer). That is, until the water gets too live and cruise on a boat when we retire. shoal. Thank goodness for BoatUS and cold; then it‟s time to break out the elec- The more we thought about this, it be- their unlimited towing plan. tric heaters until spring. Since January we came obvious that if you are going to A little later in the trip we were have been running five of the oil filled live on a boat, a trawler is the best an- stuck for a couple of days just south of radiator heaters and two ceramic heaters. swer for room and comfort. So we said Norfolk getting a blown hydraulic cyl- Since the electricity is included with our let‟s give it a try to make sure the boat- inder on our automatic roll stabilizers dock, this is a great way to heat the boat. ing life was really for us and we bought a fixed. These hydraulically controlled Of course we learned that boats are 42‟ Kadey Krogen trawler in March of fins keep the boat from rolling when not really tight so our fall preparation 2006. We brought “Souvenir” from Flor- underway, because you wouldn‟t want includes putting up clear plastic sheets to ida to Annapolis taking the “trip of a your drink to spill. Of course the real seal the windows and pieces of foam and lifetime” up the intercoastal waterway problem is we can‟t run the engine with bubble wrap stuffed into the nooks and (ICW). “Souvenir” became our full-time the connected hydraulic pump without crannies. Bubble wrap is a boater‟s best home in Annapolis while we continued oil it. Our answer to these little set- friend in the winter. our jobs to pay for it. backs is “it‟s a boat” and with a boat Fresh water is an issue because they The experiment went so well that this you have to take the good with the bad. turn off the water to the docks in the win- past summer when we came across an The good news is we were stuck in our ter, so our tanks have to be refilled from opportunity to buy an even nicer Krogen house on a pretty stretch of water. It‟s long hoses from shore. Last year we had 48 we decided to go for it. This would be all about attitude. a 500 ft hose that ran to our dock that had our ideal boat with much more room and We got to Annapolis on the Satur- to be drained, by walking and draining comfort than the 42. Of course we had to day before Thanksgiving and began the entire length completely after every sell “Souvenir,” and after several months preparations for our second winter on a use, so it didn‟t freeze. Walking that hose of anxiety everything finally fell into boat. All I can say about the winter on a on a cold, , winter day was defi- place and we took possession of the 48, boat is that it isn‟t as bad as most peo- nitely one of the low spots of boat life. named “Aquila” in Florida in mid- ple think. Sure getting up in the morn- We are in a different marina this win- October. ing to shovel the snow from the dock is ter and they run hose underwater, under So we were off on another “trip of a a pain, but it‟s easier than a driveway. the dock. It has a valve on the end and lifetime,” this time on our dream boat. You just push it into the water. Fortu- they tie a line to it and leave it on the Of course it was the time of year when nately, this winter we haven‟t had any bottom. When we need to fill tanks we everyone heads south, so like fish swim- snow, but there has been some frost and just pull it to the surface and connect our ming upstream we fought the southerly ice on the docks so we have to be really (Continued on page 10) migration. We probably passed a thou- careful leaving the boat. If you slip and sand boats of every type and size and have really come to appreciate trawlers and especially “Aquila.” Passing sail- boats motoring along with two people huddled in the cockpit behind a dodger on a crisp 40 degree morning, while we sit in the Pilot House of our centrally heated boat in shirt sleeves, reminded us of why we live on a trawler. Besides, if we want to sail I can just jump in my Highlander or the log canoe. The trip up the ICW is a fantastic experience whether it‟s playing with the dolphins in the bow wake, motoring past million dollar houses, having a rum in a dock bar, or just relaxing on the bridge. Then there are the people. On our trips we have met many wonderful peo- ple in the little towns and marinas and on the boats. Unfortunately, the long ne- glected waterway is really becoming almost impassible in places. We bounced The Redmonds motoring “Aquila” up „intercoastal waterway‟ home to Annapolis. The Highlander Page 10 April ‘08

rusted or missing lug nuts or bolts with Ready to Roll? new ones. Apply a coat of anti-seizing compound to the lugs and tighten them Don‟t Forget To Tune The Trailer securely. Don‟t forget to check them regularly to make certain they are tight. By Harold Bauer Because many of us use a ramp to Check the tires for proper inflation Are you ready for the sailing season? launch and retrieve the boat two to and inspect the sidewalls and tread area Really ready? You‟ve checked the boat three times a week throughout the sea- for cracks and bubbles. These can be out. The , boom and sails are ready. son, constant dunking of the tires, signs of a tire that is ready to fail. Rigging is good. Hardware is right. Lines wheels and wheel bearings can be hard Grinding or squealing wheels indicate are in great shape. Now all you need is to on these components, not to mention that there is a bearing problem. Gener- take the boat to the club and put it all the lights, wiring and the general condi- ally, it is a good idea to repack the wheel together. tion of the trailer‟s frame. Because of bearings with new grease annually. A Before you take the boat out of the this abuse, take some time to inspect good time to do this is „before‟ you put driveway, or the club, you may want to your trailer to be certain that it‟s up to the boat into storage for the winter. But take a look at what‟s underneath: the the task of carrying your boat safely. since you probably didn‟t last fall; don‟t trailer. Here are a few things to check A good place to start is to check the forget to do it this spring. before you put your rig on the road. condition of the wheels and tires. The lights are the part of the trailer Rusted wheels that seem to mystify people and typically aren‟t just ugly, gets ignored more than any other. Last they can be a year at a multi-class regatta, I was talking sign of a wheel to someone that was planning to travel to that is develop- the west coast for a national champion- ing into a prob- ship regatta. As we stood next to his lem, that is de- boat, I noticed that one of the tail lights veloping into a on the trailer was broken and the other mishap waiting was missing completely. When he told to happen. me that he planned to drive straight Wheel lugs through without stopping, I asked if he that have rusted was going to replace the lights on the to the wheel trailer, since I knew that a large part of may be difficult his driving would be at night. He told me if not impossible that he thought that the one light worked to remove in the as a tail light and he was "pretty sure" event of a flat that the stoplight worked too. All I could tire. think to say was "good luck." He said Remove, clean thanks; he was hoping to make the first and paint the division. (I think something might have Working lights, good wheels, sound trailer; equal no breakdowns. wheels. Replace (Continued on page 11)

(Continued from page 9) ashore unless it‟s an emergency. It‟s a spring came and we didn‟t have our quiet hose. That‟s meant no walking and drain- little inconvenient, but it really helps marina to ourselves anymore. Of course ing this winter, and that‟s been much keeping the heads and holding system with the good weather comes cruising the better. fresh. We have a vacuum flushing sys- Chesapeake and enjoying the boating life The good news is that “Aquila” holds tem that uses very little water and in Annapolis. 400 gallons of water, but we do laundry we‟ve found that we can get six or “Aquila” is a great boat and we on board so filling tanks is still a weekly seven weeks out of our 100 gallon tank. couldn‟t be happier that we‟ve upgraded. event. I tend to shower on shore most of This winter we have been spending As I write this it‟s about a month to the time, and I actually enjoy most of my our time on our beautiful new, warm spring which means we‟ve almost made walks up the dock in the quiet early boat truly enjoying our life as “live- it through another winter. mornings, although there have been a aboards.” Back Creek is a bustling We are really looking forward to this few mornings where the cold was a little thoroughfare in the summer with con- summer and traveling with our new more than just a nice refreshing wake-up. stant boat traffic, but it is quiet and home. It‟s really different to take your Most of the time, it‟s still good. On the beautiful in the winter. Living on a boat house with you to the creeks and anchor- other hand, Debbie likes to stay warm so in the winter is all about quiet and se- ages of the Chesapeake. And marinas are she showers on the boat. renity, except when you are riding out beautiful places and we always have a Pumping out the holding tank is ex- storms. Like last year we have become waterfront home to come home to every pensive in the winter so one never passes good friends with the other “live- night. the shore bathhouse without using it. We aboards” on the dock. We wouldn‟t trade “Aquila” or the also only do our more serious business Last year we were almost sad when “live-aboard” life for anything. The Highlander April ‟08 Page 11

In Memoriam boat for their families. That fall, they placed their order for #303. Bluegrass Fleet Update Merle‟s love of the water continued Louisville‟s Flt 37 got off to an early Merle Spring and within a few years, he purchased a „08 start hosting its first meeting at LSC, cottage on Atwood Lake. Before long, Feb 17, with Fleet Captain Bill Timmer By Harold Bauer he was the owner of his own High- and Fanny (HCIA Web Mistress) serving In the late 1950‟s, one-design sailing lander, #124. Over the years, Merle soup, brats, metts, soft drinks and adult was experiencing rapid growth. Small owned several boats, among them, the beverages provided by recently new yacht and sailing clubs were forming on , a pontoon boat, another Light- Highlander owner, Rick Martinson. nearly every lake and waterway. Merle ning, a couple of , and High- Included in the reports shared was a Spring and his brother-in-law Fred Bauer lander number #505. report from Bryan Hollingsworth on the purchased a couple of Penguins, joined Merle shared his love for the water Feb 16, HCIA board meeting. The scoop Atwood Yacht with his family. He wasn‟t much for there included news that the ‟09 nation- Club, and started being at the helm while racing but en- als was awarded to North Cape in the what would become joyed sailing and being with his family Toledo area, to be hosted by three Ohio one of the largest in and around boats. All of his seven fleets. sailing families in children were Highlander sailors at one Additional discussion included Allen the history of High- time or another. Most current High- Boat Co‟s boat parts inventory, the re- lander sailing. lander sailors probably know his sponsibility of local fleets to maintain an After a season youngest son, Rob, a three-time Na- up-to-date local boat inventory and also of sailing in the tional Highlander Champion. Others to push for local HCIA dues payment, small boats, it be- may remember two of his older sons and efforts at youth involvement. Merle Spring came apparent that Chuck and Fritz, who were also very A chili supper was proposed and a larger boat would be in order and they successful Highlander sailors in the approved for the Oct 4/5 Bluegrass. set out in search of something larger, 60‟s and 70‟s John Emmerich and other LSC mem- more comfortable for the families. The After leaving Highlander sailing, bers attended a Rules and Tactics Semi- Penguins could be kept for the kids to Merle continued to live near the water. nar in Cincinnati. A request was made sail. They acquired a rather tired, wood He had homes in Florida and the Virgin for John to do a local workshop on same, that had been donated to a Islands, but remained connected to the throwing in coverage of race etiquette church camp. They knew that the boat Highlander Class as a Life Member. and local race duty crew procedures. would require considerable work but In February of this year, Merle Other business items included discus- decided that for the first season they‟d Spring went on to bigger waters. He sion of the sailing venue for the Blue- give it a quick coat of paint and go sail- was 89 years old. He leaves his wife grass State Games (in-state Olympics ing. However, after a few weekends of Jean of 64 years, five sons and two type event), and a note of appreciation sailing and bailing, it was determined daughters, along with eight grandchil- for Bill Timmer who will serve as „08 that a newer model was in order; some- dren and eleven great-grandchildren. Fleet Captain and Jim McBee who will thing with fewer needs. Merle Spring will be missed by all be Race Committee Chair. Others attend- Merle and Fred talked to a sailor by who knew him. Those who did not ing that day were: Jim Wilhelm, Berke- the name of Jack Keplinger about the know him, may now have a little better ley Hollingsworth, Connie Emmerich, boats he was selling. Jack took them sail- idea about how he quietly left his mark David Bauer, Neal Deaves Stewart ing on his Highlander, and it didn‟t take on the Highlander Class. Bridgman, Andy Miller, and Joyce Ford. long for them to decide that this was the

(Continued from page 10) trailer manufacturers are installing this welds to make sure they are all secure. been lost in his translation there). type of light as original equipment be- A fresh coat of paint might be in or- If your lights don‟t work properly, cause they are more highly visible, re- der to protect the steel from rust. Take a other drivers won‟t be able to see your quire less power to operate and the moment to look over the winch and bow trailer at night or know if you‟re stop- bulbs virtually never need to be re- line, bunks and cradles, and the tie down ping or turning, leading to a potentially placed. They are becoming more af- strap or bar and mast carrier. Repair or dangerous situation. fordable too. I have seen them for as replace worn or broken items as neces- Most lighting problems result from a little as $40 per set. sary. You can find all of the parts you bad ground, corroded or broken connec- Inspect the wiring to make certain need along with new lights, replacement tions or the lights themselves that have all connections are good and that the wheels and tires at most auto parts and been damaged. Inspect the plug for dam- wires are secured to the trailer frame. I farm supply stores. age or wear. Be certain that the white generally solder and tape all connec- Whether you‟re taking the boat to the ground wire is securely fastened to the tions because they hold together better club for the season or getting ready to trailer frame and replace damaged or and have less tendency to become cor- head out on the regatta circuit, you‟ll missing lights. roded. have the confidence that everything will When replacing the lights, consider Inspect the trailer for its general get there safely without any trouble. replacing them with the LED type. Many condition. Look at the nuts, bolts and The Highlander Page 12 April ‘08

(Continued from page 6) Ramada Ltd, Mooresville, (800) RA- MADA or www.ramada.com. Sleep Inn, Mooresville, (800) 753- 3746 or www.choicehotels.com. Wingate Inn, Mooresville, (800) 228- 1000 www.wingateinns.com. Hampton Inn & Suites, Mooresville, www.hamptoninn.com. Springhill Suites by Marriott, Mooresville, (888) 287-9400 or www.marriott.com. There are also a number of other ho- tels in Cornelius. For more information check out these web sites: Lake Norman Visitors bureau at www.visitlakenorman.org. Lake Norman Chamber of Com- merce at lakenormanchamber.org. Race City Mooresville information at www.racecityusa.org. We will also have a “concierge ser- vice” at LNYC to answer any questions you might have about local amenities. T-SHIRTS: Each registration enti- tles the skipper to either a free regatta t- shirt or a $10 coupon for Coral Reef Sailing Apparel (CRSA). Coral Reef will be present at Nationals, and you can re- deem the coupon there. Additional re- A view from the cove, across the beach and up to the Pavilion-picnic-restroom area. gatta T-shirts can be ordered for $12 each from CRSA who will be selling a You can also order Highlander apparel or to order Highlander or customized variety of items like PFDs, gloves and customized with boat name or number. apparel in advance for pickup at Nation- boots, as well as Highlander apparel. To order additional regatta T-shirts als, go to the CRSA website later this spring at www.coralreefsailing.net and look for the Highlander link under "Class Apparel." LOCAL ATTRACTIONS: Three major shopping malls are within easy driving distance. West Marine is two exits away at exit 28 on the I-77. Mooresville is the home to the major- ity of NASCAR‟s racing teams. It offers over 20 racing attractions including tours of race shops. How about a tour of the Carolina Blonde Brewery in Mooresville with free samples? Go whitewater rafting or kayaking, one hour away, at the new Whitewater Center where our Olympic hopefuls train and compete. RESTAURANTS: There are hun- dreds in the area from fun places such as Lancasters BBQ & Wings (the official stock car capital of the world) to Mor- ton‟s Steak Houses in Charlotte. Our concierge will have local reference guides available at the club. (Continued on page 13) Looking from the Pavilion down to the fun on the beach and the board boat area. The Highlander April „08 Page 13

I would like to welcome Sec-Treasurer Update Coral Reef Sailing Apparel to our class web page at By Bryan Hollingsworth (sailhighlander.org). Check At the HCIA board meeting in Febru- them out if you haven‟t already. They ary I reported that membership numbers are up and running, now with High- are running about the same as reported in lander-branded items, and don‟t forget 2007. One of the things I have become that they donate a percentage of their more aware of is the fact that the Sec/ sales back to our class. I hope you will Treasurer is the „only‟ person who knows like their products as much as I do. who pays dues and who does not pay My brother Berkeley and I are busy dues. prepping three Highlanders for spring I want to share a little bit of that in- racing and family sailing. We are look- Sec-Treasurer Bryan Hollingsworth formation with you. Everyone received a ing forward to Midwinter‟s at Lake ing our plans for a fun-filled week at dues statement in January, but as of Norman again this year and are finaliz- Nationals. Hope to see you soon. March 1, just barely over 50% have re- sponded with their dues checks. Please, do your part, and don‟t be bashful about Remembering Ralph Redmond asking others to do theirs too. I also sent a questionnaire to the Fleet Club. Throughout the 70‟s he Captains asking for an inventory of ac- raced, partied and helped tive and potential members as well as a build the fleet. During this general list of boats and their owners and time he served many years on any abandoned boats. the board of the HCIA and As of mid-February only three out of served as Commodore of 15 fleet reports have been submitted with AYC in 1977. He became a the pertinent info we are trying to gather „life member‟ of HCIA to to help identify people and boats. I must support the Class as it went rely on the local fleets to help with inven- through some tough financial tory and membership. I am not asking times in the late 70‟s. you to dig in the snow to find out who He retired from High- owns the boat in the back row at the club lander sailing after the 1981 grounds…but I do know it is a good idea season to focus on racing and to have active participation at the club cruising on his Balboa 26. level in order to build a strong class. He was one of the founders So, in the future I will also be sending of the cruising fleet at At- a status-of-membership report to the fleet Ralph Redmond enjoying quiet time in the cockpit. wood because he wanted to captains in the hopes of recruiting new By Mark Redmond promote the same competi- members as well as those who may have Ralph Redmond, long time sailor tion and camaraderie that he had found dropped out along the way….perhaps and friend of the Highlander Class with the Highlanders. you could post a sheet of lost or unpaid passed away on December 2 at the age Even though he no longer owned a members on your memo board at the club of 89. He began sailing at the age of 52 boat he stayed active in Class and the to remind folks to submit their dues….or when he bought Highlander #549 in Highlander fleet at Atwood by providing hold a local fleet meeting and offer to 1970 and soon became a fixture in the guidance and race committee support. He mail all dues payments in one envelope. Highlander fleet at Atwood Yacht served as the PRO for several Gathering of the Clan Regattas at Atwood and was on numerous race committees at the Na- nd (Continued from page 12) School Road 0.5 miles, and take 2 L tionals throughout the 80‟s and 90‟s, TRAVEL DIRECTIONS: on Yacht Road. (LNYC sign is on cor- serving as PRO several times. From the North, on I-77 take exit 36. ner). He spent his remaining years as a R at exit onto Hwy 150. Go 0.4 miles. Go 0.8 miles on Yacht Rd and take fixture at Atwood Yacht Club racing his rd At 3 traffic light take L on William- left into LNYC. Turn right once Hunter 29.5, “Illusion.” After nearly son Rd (CVS on corner). Go 0.9 miles on through the gate to clubhouse and reg- thirty years of trying he finally won his nd Williamson to 2 traffic light and take R istration. class at the 2007 Harvest Moon at the onto Brawley School Rd (2 shopping From the South: On I-77 take exit age of 88. The Harvest Moon was his centers that include Lowes Food, Harris 33. Take L at top of ramp onto Wil- favorite because he could chat with his rd Teeter supermarkets). liamson Rd. At 3 traffic light take L outside sailing friends and also with his *** Then, go 5.3 miles on Brawley onto Brawley School Rd, then follow Highlander friends at that event, and that School Rd. to a traffic circle. Go around directions above at ***. was always very special to him. He loved nd circle to 2 exit to continue on Brawley sailing and he loved the Highlander. The Highlander Page 14 April ‘08

forms and rain and mosquito protec- tion. We also had an outboard motor. Cruisers‟ Corner The new problem was the canal's 22- foot bridge clearance. To dump mast By Eric Jacobson and boom on deck would trash the "Next summer I'm going to the boat's habitability, but motoring with- Weavers convention in Toronto," said out spars seemed unthinkable, espe- Chris, my wife. "Then when you're in cially since the canal system included the big city, the kids and I will do On- several lakes. tario's Trent-Severn Canal in the High- Our solution, the Solent lug, is of- lander." fered for two reasons: first, in case one The T-S Canal is a historic 160-mile of you also has a bridge problem; sec- waterway that crosses from Lake Huron ond, because it was a historic rig for to Lake Ontario in Canada, the Canadian the Dinghy, the model equivalent of the Erie Canal. It's a work- from which the Thistle and Highlander ing museum of 19th century canal tech- were developed. nology. In the very early 1900's high per- As I described in last October's formance sailing dinghies were using a "Highlander," our boat had sleeping plat- medium aspect, triangular set from a short mast and a "yard" of equal length which extended the mast. The yard was hoisted to the top of the mast by a halyard fastened to the yard's middle. The yard's lower end In Parry Sound, standard Highlander was heavier than its upper, so it hung mainsail set as Solent lugsail; storm jib. vertically. The upper two thirds of the sail's luff was attached along the yard, the yard and boom were suspended sev- while the lower third of the luff was eral feet above the cockpit. free. For purposes of this sailing trip we A friend gave us an old, 18 foot developed convenient, short spars and a mast, from which we fashioned an 18 reefing mast, but it was achievable with foot yard with a slot for the sail's luff our standard sails. It was simple, elegant rope, and we were in business. and historic. I won't inflict details upon The pictures show how the yard all of you; anyone interested can inquire and sail were hoisted and how well our directly. standard Highlander mainsail sets. In (Editor’s note: by request, Eric threw strong winds, sail is reduced by moving in this recap of a previous adventure). the halyard attachment to a higher Our family of five had a lovely cruise point on the yard (of course, reef points in Ontario. This cruise was written up in also must be tied around the boom). the November, 1987 “Highlander.” Since the reefed yard is lower, you In brief, we based ourselves in Parry could almost say that the mast is reefed Sound, Georgian Bay. We sailed north along with the sail. between granite islands for a couple of Jacobsons‟ hoisting the Solent lug rig. When we wished to motor or camp, (Continued on page 15)

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#959: Customflex, 2 mains, 2 jibs, 1 25% discount with a four-issue spinnaker. New Sailor‟s Tailor mooring order. cover, fully race rigged. Trailer included. First time orders must be prepaid. $4,500. Internet pictures available. Ralph Make checks to: HCIA Heuschele (952) 884-5944; Send ad and payment to: Mike [email protected]. Feldhaus, 7109 Green Spring Dr., Louisville, Ky 40241. (Continued from page 14) tween thunderclouds. We were very For details or questions contact: days and returned; after that we sailed grateful for our mosquito netting each Editor, Mike Feldhaus at: south along the Georgian Bay shore for evening. Our take-out was on Pine [email protected] five days, down to the southern end and Lake, where we had time for a morning the beginning of the Waterway, spending day-sail before our rendezvous. each night at anchor. During that portion My wife Chris is a very good sport. of the trip we were in the Thirty Thou- And the editor would like to issue a sand Islands Provincial Park, a gorgeous special thanks to the Jacobsons for Classified Ad Policy place to cruise. sharing their cruising adventures in Dues-paid members: $10 for We motored up the beautiful Wye their Highlander, and discussing their inclusion in one issue. Non-paid owners River to the old Jesuit mission, "Sainte rigging alterations.. get one issue for $20. Make check to Marie among the Hurons." Then my wife We hope to make “Cruisers’ Cor- HCIA. Send with ad copy to, Mike and daughter Lisa drove to the big city, ner” a regular column, but we’ll need Feldhaus, 7109 Green Spring Dr., while daughter Melanie, son Leif and I help from you. Louisville, Ky 40241 or: ascended the canal in our dinghy for an- We invite any and all of you to [email protected]. Forty other four days (about 70 miles). share your stories, notes, and tips on words, with boat #, price, name, phone We motored through locks with a having fun in your Highlander. numbers and email address if gaggle of cabin cruisers and pontoon applicable. Deadline: Dec,Mar,June,Sep boats; we sailed across Lake Simcoe be- 1st for following month‟s issue. Bryan Hollingsworth 410 Holiday Road MidWinter Regatta May 10/11 Lexington, KY 40502 Do „spring training‟ for the „08 Na- tionals at Lake Norman as they host our MidWinter Regatta in just a few weeks. Address Service Requested Highlanders will race in normal club racing but will have separate starts. The warning gun for the three races on Saturday is at 1 p.m., with an earlier start on Sunday so that travelers can get packed up and get a reasonably early start back home that afternoon. The LNYC Highlander fleet is cook- ing dinner for the whole club on Satur- day night, so join the fun. The average high temperature those days is about 79 degrees. Find informa- FIRST CLASS MAIL tion at: www.lakenormanyachtclub.com, or at [email protected].

Highlander 2008 Regatta Schedule May 10/11 HCIA MidWinters Lake Norman YC Dick Doyne, [email protected]

May 17/18 Mayor’s Cup Eagle Creek Charlie Brehob, [email protected]

June 7/8 Mad Plaid Cowan Lake SA Jamey Carey, [email protected]

June 14/15 Berlin Invitational Berlin YC Harold Bauer, [email protected]

June 20, 21/22 Multi-class events Rock Hall YC Mark Redmond, [email protected]

June 21/22 Cleveland Race Week Edgewater YC Gary Vinicky, [email protected]

June 28/29 Pow Wow Indian Lake Carl, [email protected], or Norris, [email protected]

July 5/6 Pymatuning Regatta Jamestown, PA [email protected] July 19-24 HCIA Nationals Lake Norman YC Steve Hesler, [email protected]

August 9/10 Hoover Fling Hoover SC Sue Bauer, [email protected]

September 6/7 Harvest Moon Atwood YC Mark Redmond, [email protected] September 6/7 Governor’s Cup Eagle Creek Charlie Brehob, [email protected]

September 27/28 Highlander Regatta Indianapolis SA Jim McDonald, [email protected]

October 4/5 Bluegrass Regatta Louisville SC Erin Spengeman, [email protected]

October 18/19 Pipers Regatta Lake Norman YC John Gibbon, [email protected]

*** Always email the listed contact in advance to confirm regatta information. ***

April The Highlander 2008