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April 2008 Clipper Round the World Yacht Race Santa Cruz Port Visit Schedule is delayed! My, my, how quickly things can change when The yacht Western Australia, the first to be one deals with racing yachts and pre-set schedules! As dismasted, has been sailing with a jury rig with 2,400 Colin DeMowbrey, the Operations Manager for the miles to go to Hawaii. After a refueling stop at Mid- Clipper Ventures organization put it so well, “trans-ocean way Island, they had more bad luck when a line racing is about a destination, not a schedule.” wrapped on their propeller, damaging her gearbox. Here is the current situation, as of 3-24-08, as They returned to Midway under jury rig, and new parts we know it. Nine of the 10 yachts have arrived in were flown in and repairs have been made. Western Hawaii for a scheduled pit stop before departing for Australia is underway to Hawaii once again, with Santa Cruz. Two of the 10 yachts have been dismasted arrival expected on or about March 30. The new on the race from Qindao, China, to Honolulu. Fortu- masts are expected to arrive in Hawaii about the same nately, no injuries were sustained on either of the yachts. time. With the second dismasting, the Race Officer shortened Clipper Ventures has announced that all of the the course and instructed the skippers to proceed with above will result in a delay of 8 – 10 days for the start caution to Honolulu. Two new masts have been ordered of the race to Santa Cruz. To make up the time lost, and are being readied for shipment to Hawaii. All of the they are planning a shortened port stop in Santa Cruz yachts will be fitted with new rigging parts to address the and again in Jamaica, so that by the time they arrive in suspected cause of the rig failures. New York, they will be back on schedule. APRIL 2008 SANTA CRUZ YACHT CLUB SPINNAKER SHEET So how does that impact the planning for the Santa Cruz port stop? Well, plans have been scaled back to meet the current situation. We will tentatively hold a reception at the SCYC on a date to be an- nounced once the fleet is underway from Hawaii and Clipper Ventures releases a new schedule. The Commodore’s Yacht Club Challenge using 6 of the Clipper Yachts has been understandably withdrawn. We still plan to meet and escort each of the arriving yachts to port, and to offer some food service for breakfasts and lunches. There will likely be limited opportunities for touring the yachts, as the crews will be busy with maintenance and provisioning for the next race to Panama. Also, the start of the race to Panama On March 29th, the Champion of Champion’s will be a good opportunity for spectators, both on-the- Regatta will be held here at the Club and I think we’ll water and along West Cliff Drive. have a pretty good turn out. Our Committee continues to plan for this event On March 30th, Jim Skinner will be in charge and we are very grateful to the members who have of our annual Spring Work Day. He’s got a big, long list donated and have volunteered to assist. More dona- and I’m hoping a lot of you will show up to lend a tions would be appreciated, and as our plans are firmed hand. Otherwise, I’m going to be here all day…… up, we’ll announce volunteer opportunities for those Hopefully, with all the help, we’ll get our “chores” who have offered to help. Check out www.scyc.org finished up. Many BIG thanks to Jim for doing an for periodic updates as they become available. outstanding job! Many thanks to the Committee and all who I also want to mention some changes ahead have worked on this unique event! for the Clipper Round the World Race in April- At this time, we know there will be some necessary repairs Bob DeWitt which will delay their visit here. So, the best we can SCYC Clipper RTW Committee offer is to have you follow the updates on our Website and their site: Clipperroundtheworld.com Happy Spring to all of you. I look forward to Vice Commodore Report seeing you at the Club. Hello All. Well, here we are leaving March and Lena Parker entering into April 2008. We started the month by Vice Commodore having a very well attended Racing Rules Class on March 5th. It was lead by John Siegel and Mike Rear Commodore Report (Social) Gross. Thank you Gentlemen, for your time and effort because we definitely cleared up a few issues. Let’s see, we left off last month with the hope Our Wednesday Night Races and BBQ st resumed on March 12th and we had a packed house. that lots of sailors would join us for the March 1 Potluck. Well, no one was disappointed; the club was The food was great and everyone had good time even humming with conversations and the homemade dishes though the wind was light. Our Sunday night dinner on March 16th was were gourmet. We didn’t get a tight count, but there were about 40 very satisfied members. “When is the replaced by a St. Patty’s Day Dinner (one day early). We had a big crowd and the food was excellent. Thank next potluck?” Keep reading. On Sunday, March 16th we celebrated St. you Steve and Ann Niemann for taking care of the Patrick’s Day with what everyone (56) agreed was a decorations. We held an Easter Day Brunch on the 23rd and I’m sure Steve will talk more about that in his delicious traditional Corned Beef and Cabbage meal prepared by KISS Catering. The event was well article. attended and very successful, no blarney! On Sunday March 23rd the club had our annual Easter Brunch and 2 APRIL 2008 SANTA CRUZ YACHT CLUB SPINNAKER SHEET Egg Hunt for the kids. KISS catering provided a scrumptious brunch buffet, and of course Holly Schipper and gang did their magic for all the children. Every one of them had a great time. Thanks Holly, for another great repeat performance. And thanks to Ann Niemann for the very nice St. Patrick’s Day and Easter Brunch decorations. It gave both events that special touch. Reviving potlucks has been very successful. We received some great suggestions for other potlucks: add a jam session, show a movie on the big screen, have 6:00 pm. If you are musically inclined, bring an instru- themes for the food, bring games to play, etc. So, we ment and join other sailors in the jam session. If you’re a have scheduled a musical potluck for Saturday, April music lover, you will love this event. We plan to incorpo- 26th. (Salmon Feed is canceled, no season this year!) rate other ideas in future events. Please bring a dish to share; we will start the food at 3 APRIL 2008 SANTA CRUZ YACHT CLUB SPINNAKER SHEET Thanks to all of you for your feedback on the catering questionnaire. Over 45 members participated and we had a very positive response from KISS. They made changes to the menu and the food prepping, and costs are down about 20%. To make this a win-win for both the catering and the SCYC we have to attend Friday and Sunday night dinners. Scott and Sandy have stepped up to the plate, (so to speak), so let’s do our part, see you at dinner. KISS has asked to keep the information flowing, so I would appreciate feedback, which will continue to enhance your dining experience. (Steve Niemann 706-7579) ([email protected]) We anticipate some spectacular sailing in May, so I’ll see you at the raft-ups, races, cruises, dock parties, and Mother’s Day brunch on May 11th. Steve Niemann Rear Commodore Texas Style BBQ Calling all Cowboys and Cowgirls, to a real western barbeque served Texas style. Even though the Clipper Ships have been delayed, Chefs Ron House Scuttlebutt Sabattis and Tom Webster decided to go ahead with the dinner that was planned for Saturday, April We have installed a new solar flag pole light and 12, 2008. The club will put on its western face; so now can display the American Flag 24/7. Special thanks if you’ve got western gear, wear it. If you’re itching to Bill White for helping repair the Club front door hinges. for some real cowboy grub, head for the Club at The new fireplace insert should be installed by the time 5:30pm for no host cocktails with dinner to follow at you read this. And thanks to all who participated on 6:30pm. The cost is $15.00 per person, reserva- Workday. tions requested (831-425-0690 or [email protected]). Here is the menu: Jim Skinner House Chairman Jalapeno Corn Bread Barbequed Ribs with Chipotle Pepper Sauce Grilled Lemon and Cilantro Chicken Country Potato Salad Cowboy Beans Granny Smith Apple Slaw Strawberry Shortcake with Black Pepper Biscuits and Whipped Cream 4 APRIL 2008 SANTA CRUZ YACHT CLUB SPINNAKER SHEET Check The Weather at OSO Interested in weather conditions at the Santa Cruz Harbor mouth? One of O’Neill Sea Odyssey’s learning tools is also a practical tool for boaters. Just go to www.oneillseaodyssey.org, click on “Weather Conditions”. Upcoming SCYC Room at the Mark Welcome to the 2007 regatta season. This Events Calendar season looks to be exciting and I hope all old and new racers will take part in our regatta season.