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THE B INNACLE SUMMER 2013 Summer 2013

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06 RACING 20 CHESTER KUTTNER 31 ACTIVITIES Columbia hosts two of the Learn about the man Looking ahead to the season’s favorite races whose name embodies Fall season the Corinthian spirit 08 BEER CAN NOMINATING COMMITTEE Mac break is over and the run 22 IF SOMETHING CAN What’s it all about? GO WRONG . . . for the rum is on A boat delivery from hell 32 ASSOCIATES 09 COLORs REGATTA The best way to make the New sponsors join to most of your membership? make the kick-off regatta ON THE ABBY Get involved! a stunning success 33 FROM THE MEDICINE CHEST 10 LEUKEMIA CUP REGATTA 24 FROM THE GENERAL Small cuts can cause big Are you registered and ready MANAGER problems if not attended to properly for this year’s race? 25 RED SKY NIGHT Invite your friends and CRUISING FLEET 34 WELCOME NEW MEMBERS 12 neighbors—this event is Long distance cruising, new It’s been another banner open to the public! members and fun times year for new friends joining Columbia 26 COMMODORE’S RECEPTION SEA SCOUTS 14 Members gather to christen Two scouts make their 38 FLOTSAM & JETSAM the new tent and celebrate Mac debut this year with the Commodore 16 SAILING SCHOOL 28 INDEPENDENCE DAY ON THE COVER It’s not just for the kids, Our all-American birthday LONG-TIME COLUMBIA MEMBER, you know FAVORITE SKIPJACK CAPTAIN AND for the USA welcomed 500 LEUKEMIA CUP REGATTA COMMITTEE SKIPJACKS guests aboard the Abby MEMBER JOHN BOYLE BEATS 17 THE HEAT DURING THE MAC RACE The largest class ever for the 30 DOG DAY ON THE DOCK ABOARD MIRAGE Columbia learn-to-sail adult COVER PHOTO BY KIRSTIN HARTMAN Canines and their human program companions take over the dock 18 POWER FLEET While the race fl eet’s away, the power boats play

19 SUP Find out “whasSUP” with the Stand Up Paddle event

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PLEASE CHECK THE WEBSITE CALENDAR OR WEEKLY UPDATE TO CONFIRM EVENTS LISTED HERE August September November 14 LIVE MUSIC UNDER THE 2 LABOR DAY—CLUB OPEN 2 CRUISING FLEET END OF STARS WITH FRANK ALL DAY YEAR PARTY WHITING AND BETH MAAS BEER CAN RACING 3 BAR & GRILL CMTE MTG 5 BAR & GRILL CMTE MTG STEWARDS MTG STEWARDS MTG 15 DOCK CMTE MTG RACE CMTE MTG 4 BEER CAN RACE 7 WINE CLUB TRIVIA NIGHT ARGUS BREWERY BEER DINNER 9 BOATER’S BASH $30 PRIX FIXE 13 TRIVIA NIGHT 16-18 AIR AND WATER SHOW 5 WINE CLUB 14 MEMBERSHIP CMTE MTG 17 DOCK-IN MOVIE NIGHT 6 AMERICA’S CUP WINE FEATURING AIRPLANE DINNER 16 ARTISTS FOR HARMONY CRUISING FLEET 11 FINAL BEER CAN RACE ACTIVITIES CMTE MTG PROGRESSIVE DINNER 19 CRUISE 12 MEMBERSHIP CMTE MTG FINANCE CMTE MTG BOARD OF DIRECTORS MTG 18 CREOLE BRUNCH 17 ACTIVITIES CMTE MTG FINANCE CMTE MTG 27 CLUB CLOSES AT 3:00 P.M. 19 EMPLOYEE SAIL BOARD OF DIRECTORS MTG 28 HAPPY THANKSGIVING! 20 FINANCE CMTE MTG 19 DOCK CMTE MTG CLUB CLOSED ACTIVITIES CMTE MTG RACE CMTE MTG CLUB REOPENS AT BOARD OF DIRECTORS 29 TRIVIA NIGHT 3:00 P.M. MEETING 21-22 CRUISING FLEET 30 DECORATE THE ABBY 21 LIVE MUSIC UNDER THE OKTOBERFEST ON THE STARS WITH VELOCITY TRIO DOCK BEER CAN RACING 22 MAYOR DALEY REGATTA 23 RED SKY NIGHT December DINING ROOM CLOSED 25 GENERAL MEMBERSHIP MTG* 3 BAR & GRILL CMTE MTG 24 LEUKEMIA CUP REGATTA 26 BUSINESS NETWORKING STEWARDS MTG 28 BEER CAN RACE YCCR #3 EVENT 5 WINE CLUB 29 TRI-STATE KICKOFF AND RUM TASTING 7 JINGLE BELL ROCK 30 CHICAGO TO ST. JOE October 12 MEMBERSHIP CMTE MTG (FIRST LEG OF TRI-STATE CHILDREN’S HOLIDAY RACE) 15 1 BAR & GRILL CMTE MTG PARTY – RESERVATIONS STEWARDS MTG 31-SEP 2 REQUIRED CRUISING FLEET LABOR DAY WINE CLUB ACTIVITIES CMTE MTG CRUISE TO KENOSHA 3 17 FINANCE CMTE MTG LOBSTER BOIL 5 BOARD OF DIRECTORS MTG 9 TRIVIA NIGHT 19 DOCK CMTE MTG 10 MEMBERSHIP CMTE MTG RACE CMTE MTG 15 ACTIVITIES CMTE MTG 22 EMPLOYEE HOLIDAY FINANCE CMTE MTG PARTY—VOLUNTEERS BOARD OF DIRECTORS MTG NEEDED 17 DOCK CMTE MTG 24 CLUB CLOSES AT 3:00 P.M. RACE CMTE MTG 25 CLUB CLOSED 20 BINGO BRUNCH 31 NEW YEAR’S EVE 23 GENERAL MEMBERSHIP CELEBRATION MEETING—NOMINATING COMMITTEE VOTE *Once the nominating committee is chosen, interview dates will be posted. ALL members, whether interested 26 CHILDREN’S HALLOWEEN in a board position or not, are invited to meet with the PARTY committee to share comments, criticism, praise or ideas to affect or improve our Club. 4 THE B INNACLE SUMMER 2013 From our Commodore

Dear Fellow Members,

First, I extend a welcome to all our new members. Whether you are a sailor, power boater or simply like being around the water, I hope you will enjoy everything Columbia has to offer. On any given day, you’ll fi nd members taking in the view, having a great meal and a cocktail or two, or attending one of our many parties and events. So come on down and have some fun. Adding to everyone’s enjoyment this summer are the new tent and the beautiful new teak furniture on the boat deck. The tent already has had plenty of use, providing members a wonderful venue for larger events that will continue until year’s end. Through good management, the tent is on track to pay for itself, on schedule. There is always a demand for one of the new chairs on the boat deck, so if you’d like to sponsor a piece of furniture (in your family’s name, to recog- nize an important event or in memory of someone), please contact the offi ce. MATT HOWARD If you look at photos of our Club Ship when she arrived in Chicago, it’s readily apparent that we have made great strides in making the Abby our home. But as our membership grows, so does our need to maintain and Columbia members (more importantly) improve our Club Ship. A fairly long list of items needs to have a long tradition be addressed in the near future, including new bathrooms/locker rooms and upgrades in the dining room and kitchen. of working together Owning a 66-year-old ship is a daunting task—just ask someone with an 84-year-old sailboat (yours truly). But with foresight, planning, work to benefi t the Club and, yes, money, it can be accomplished. Thirty years ago the board and membership did just that: they got together, did their research, found the right and their fellow ship, came up with a way to pay for it and put a lot of personal effort into members making it happen. This tradition has continued over the years. When we fi rst repainted the Abby 15 years ago, a few very generous members fi nanced the majority of the job. The elevator is one of the biggest improvements to the Club in its history and, again, it was our members who helped pay for it from their own pockets. The most expensive (and necessary) project to date was the comprehensive repainting the Abby, and we came up with a creative way to pay for it. Those of you who have recently received a loan installment check, with interest, can attest to the fact that helping to pay for things around here is not a bad thing. There has been a long-standing method of fi nancing known as “Envision Projects.” Members see a need and come together to make things happen, thus avoiding the terrible “A” word (assessment). It’s an extension of the volunteer spirit that makes our Club unique and special. So, while I’m not specifi cally asking for anything from anyone at the moment—the Club is doing well—I’d like you to keep this fi ne Columbia tradition in mind for the future.

Enjoy your summer,

Matthew T. Howard Commodore

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BY LARRY KWIAT RACE CHAIR From The Racing Corner [email protected]

mile event. We started well, with decent winds, but by the time the boats passed the 4-mile crib the wind died and there everyone drifted. After a while the wind came back and we sailed 8-10 knots to Michigan city. Offi cially, the race starts at SA4 and goes to the Michigan City turning mark (a yellow tetrahedron at N41 44.30, W 086 56.00) and from there to the Indiana schoal lighted gong bouy #2 (N 41 43.43, W087 28.03) and then back to the 4-mile crib. Most boats fi nished with an elapsed time of 9-12 hours. Later that day Columbia hosted the fi rst (hopefully annual) J-Day Regatta. After racing 10 hours overnight then going right into a full morning of races on Saturday, this made for a fun day for all J Boats! The divisions included J-24, J-70, J-105, J-109, J-111, J-120 and J-133. The event was sponsored by Skyway Yacht Summer has fi nally arrived, bringing some warm and Works and included beautiful weather. Our race committee has done a a fantastic (and great job on the water for the COLORs regatta and the well-attended) Chicago-Michigan City races. barbecue on the The Columbia racing season kicked off with the docks after the day oldest continuous fresh water sailing race in the world of racing. (Chicago to Michigan City) combined with the George On August Harvey Night Navigational. This year the race saw 59 30, Columbia will boats at the starting line, competing in the 65-nautical- host the 48th

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Annual Tri-State Race. Our partners at the St. Joe River Yacht Club are concurrently celebrating their 50th Anniversary in 2013 and are planning a huge party over the race weekend to mark the occasion. Be sure to register, as this promises to be a highlight of the parties this summer. Columbia will take the stage early to award fl ags to 1st, 2nd and 3rd place winners in all classes. Area III will be holding the Boater’s Bash at Columbia on November 9. At this event, all clubs will be handing out their respective Club Trophies. Area III will announce the Boat of the Year and Yachtsman of the Year awards, as well. This is the fi rst year that all boaters and members of Area III can vote for the Yachtsman of the Year on the A3 website, so please log on and cast your vote. The Beer can has reached mid- PHOTO CREDIT: P. 6 SPINNAKERS COURTESY season and Joe Sunshine has been OF SKIPJACK NADINE doing a great job at the helm. Our SCHIEBAN; ALL OTHER thanks to Joe for all he’s done to keep PHOTOS FROM THE COLORS REGATTA, COURTESY OF the Wednesday night tradition going JACKIE HARRIS. strong at Columbia.

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BY JOE SUNSHINE BEER CAN CHAIR Beer Can Racing 2013 [email protected]

What a start to the year! With half of our season left, we still need volunteers to serve as Race Committee CONGRATULATIONS MAC RACERS boat. I know there are captains who are more than willing; we just need to fi rm up the dates. Congratulations to SPANKER, owned by Dennis I send a special thanks to all the volunteers who and James McDonnell, for fi nishing the Mac in come out week after week to help make the Beer Can 1st in the 40.7 section. And a special shout out races happen. Every week the RC puts on a race that to the Columbia members aboard Jug Band, for is as professional as any crew I have had the pleasure their 2nd overall fi nish in the cruising fl eet. to be by my side. It is a huge responsibility to take on RC duties, but the caliber is on the rise at Columbia. If you want to be a part of the RC, send an email or touch base after a race on Wednesday night. There are a few dates to keep in mind for the rest of the Beer Can season. August 28 is the fi nal race in the YCCR this season. After the racing come back to Columbia for a $2 pour on all Mount Gay products! Our last race of the season is September 11. It is not a night I would normally celebrate, but we are planning something special to make the end of the season a little easier to bear. Finally, we’ll once again be hosting the Boaters Bash on November 9. SPANKER I can’t do anything about the weather on Wednesday nights, but I promise we’ll do our best in every other respect each week. The racing couldn’t happen without our sponsors, so a big thanks to UK Sails, 312/Goose Island, and Mount Gay Rum for all your support.

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BY MORGAN KINNEY MEMBERSHIP AND MARKETING MANAGER [email protected] Goose Island COLORs Regatta 2013

The COLORs at Columbia Yacht Club we had the #3 up most of the day. is always the fi rst “real” regatta of the Many of these crews hadn’t sailed season for boats that can get in the together much before this race, water early enough. Practice? Who so consistency was key out there. needs practice? There’s no time! Let’s Beneteau 40.7 and one of Columbia’s just get out on the water, shake off favorite visitors, Sociable, proved the cobwebs and get the crew’s mojo this point with four bullets over the fl owing again. The Race Committee, led weekend. Other boats to watch were by OA Olof Andersson, is always ahead J/105 Striking and J/109 Certainly. of the game, though, and organized a After a great day of racing, seamless two days of racing with two Goose Island continued the fun by circles and fi ve races for 82 boats. providing a free pour of Goose 312, This year the regatta welcomed Honkers, and Green Line at the post- Goose Island as the COLORs title race party. sponsor, who made it clear that they If Saturday was perfect, Sunday recognize the importance of not only can only be described as crappy and having fun on the water, but off as well. cold. Layering was key, with hooded Line Honors and Skyway Yacht Works foulies an absolute must. It was a also came on board as supporting bitter cold motor out to the start with sponsors. Without the generous teeth chattering and wet gloves. underwriting, the regatta could not have Needless to say, it was choppy. Once been the success it was. again it was time to put up the #3, Thanks to Goose Island but today we kept our toes out of the representatives Jason Gilbert and Tony cold water as it splashed up the sides. Bowker, we were able to welcome a The weather meant that we were new fl eet of Viper 640s to the race only able to get two races in before course. These hot little sport boats are heading back to the dock. just making their way onto southern Some boats do better than Lake Michigan, but have been a others in chop slop though, like Eagle mainstay down in the south with big appearances at and FOG, which were able to hold their ground for a fi rst Charleston Race Week and Mardi Gras Race Week. We place in the ORR and 36.7 fl eets, respectively. A few hope that the fl eet grows here in Chicago, so we can boats involved in tiebreakers were bitter about having continue to host races for them. only two races on Sunday; everyone else was pretty Saturday was an ideal summer day out on the happy to get out of the bluster. water. Winds were warm and consistent out of the But if the conditions on the water weren’t so great, Southwest and out on Beneteau 36.7, Erizo de Mar, the atmosphere on Columbia was fantastic. Crews fl ocked to the Aft Deck in a downpour for the Awards Party, and made it in time to tap some more Goose Island kegs. The rain eventually gave way to a much more pleasant evening. Even Mother Nature was celebrating COLORs, giving us double rainbows to celebrate another great regatta!

VOLUME 13 ISSUE 2 THE B INNACLE 9 ONON THE THE WATER WATER LCR - TH Leukemia Cup Regatta is August 24

The 2013 Leukemia Cup Regatta weekend takes place August 23-24 at Columbia Yacht Club. Festivities kick off on Friday night with the gala Red Sky Night Dinner and Auction. Saturday, August 24, is race day, followed by the post-regatta dock party and pig roast. (Read more about Red Sky Night on page 25.) The Regatta begins at 1:00 p.m. In addition to the regular Jib & Main and Spinnaker sections, a third section will be run again this year: Cruising Spinnaker. This section is designed for cruisers who do not usually race their boats, and offers all the fun and excitement of racing in a less competitive fi eld. Racers and cruisers alike are encouraged to participate. Race coordinator Tom Barnes and his crew run a tight race, with great care taken in making section LEUKEMIA CUP REGATTA assignments. The top three winners in each section will be awarded brag fl ags to 1:00 START proudly display at the dock. Immediately following the race, the party starts on the Columbia dock. Join TWO COURSES, THREE DIVISIONS: JIB & MAIN, SPINNAKER & us for what has become a true highlight of the summer. The dock is packed with CRUISING SPINNAKER rafted boats, friends meet and mingle, brag fl ags are awarded, while the beer and rum fl ow under the summer sun. What could be better?! After the awards, POST-RACE DOCK PARTY the dock party continues with live music by “Local Favorite” far into the night.

GOOSE ISLAND BEER & TAN IS THE NEW RED GOSLING’S RUM POURS The Leukemia Cup has a new national sponsor this year: Gosling’s Rum. The PIG ROAST BBQ inaugural LCR Gosling’s hat will be a collectible; to get one, all you need to do is raise $500. FUNDRAISING & RACING AWARDS Crew members of registered boats are welcome to establish personal LIVE MUSIC BY LOCAL FAVORITE fundraising webpages at no charge. Visit il.lcr.llsevent.org, fi nd your team and sign up as a crew member. Online fundraising is fast, easy and free. There are several ways to raise money and earn bragging rights: • 10 x 20 = FREE DRINKS Ask 10 of your friends to donate $20 to your campaign and earn a FREE post-race open pour wristband. • BRAG FLAGS FOR 100% Boats that achieve fundraising participation by every crew member will receive a “100% PARTICIPATION” brag fl ag. As a guideline, crew members are urged to match their skipper’s race entry fee. • 100% PARTICIPATION WALL OF FAME All skippers achieving 100% crew donation participation will have a photo of their boat and/or crew displayed on the new Leukemia Cup Wall of Fame to be located on the Rail Deck. Top fund raisers qualify for great prizes, including a trip for two to the 2013 Fantasy Sail with Gary Jobson, taking place this December at South Seas Island Resort, Captiva Island, Florida. See the facing page for a complete list of incentives. TO REGISTER FOR THE RACE, VISIT Columbia Yacht Club has been honored to host Red Sky Night and the Leukemia Cup Regatta for the past six years. In that time, the Leukemia Cup www.leukemiacup.org/il has grown from a simple packet pick-up party and race into a series of events FOR CREW SIGN-UP OR raising serious money for LLS. Efforts by our local boating community have TO MAKE A DONATION, VISIT raised more than $1.7 million since 2007, and last year we ranked second in www.il.lcr.llsevent.org the nation. With your help, we can be the number-one fund raiser in the country THIS year. So please, take a minute, register to participate and be a part of one of Columbia’s most rewarding—and FUN—events of the year! 10 THE B INNACLE SUMMER 2013 LCR - TH ONON THETHE WATERWATER fundraising incentives HI TECH 2013 LCR CAP RAISE $200 - $499 2 Leukemia Cup T-shirts, 2 Leukemia Cup Hats

RAISE $500 - $999 3 Leukemia Cup T-shirts, 2 Leukemia Cup Hats 1 Goslings Rum Leukemia Cup Hat* (see note below) 1 Entry in the West Marine National Drawing BEACH TOWELS

RAISE $1,000 - $2,999 4 Leukemia Cup T-shirts, 2 Leukemia Cup Hats 1 Goslings Rum Leukemia Cup Hat* Leukemia Cup Regatta Beach Towel 2 tickets to Post-race Dock Party Multiple entries in the West Marine National Drawing North Sails 15% off non-transferable discount certifi cate

RAISE $3,000 - $4,999 2013 RUGBY SHIRT 4 Leukemia Cup T-shirts, 4 Leukemia Cup Hats 1 Goslings Rum Leukemia Cup Hat* Leukemia Cup Regatta Rugby Shirt** 3 tickets to Post-race Dock Party Multiple entries in the West Marine National Drawing North Sails 20% off non-transferable discount certifi cate

RAISE $5,000 - $9,999 12-PACK SOFT COOLER 6 Leukemia Cup T-shirts, 6 Leukemia Cup Hats 2 Goslings Rum Leukemia Cup Hats* SAILOR BAGS Cooler Bag 4 tickets to Post-race Dock Party Multiple entries in the West Marine National Drawing North Sails 25% off non-transferable discount certifi cate

RAISE $10,000 - $19,999 8 Leukemia Cup T-shirts, 8 Leukemia Cup Hats 3 Mount Gay Rum Leukemia Cup Hats* LARGE DUFFLE SAILOR BAGS Large Duffl e 6 tickets to Post Race Dock Party Multiple entries in the West Marine National Drawing North Sails 25% off non-transferable discount certifi cate Fantasy Sail with Gary Jobson

SAIL WITH GARY JOBSON RAISE $20,000 + 10 Leukemia Cup T-shirts, 10 Leukemia Cup Hats 5 Goslings Gay Rum Leukemia Cup Hats* Sailor Bags Cooler Bag & Large Duffl e Bag 8 tickets to Post Race Dock Party Multiple entries in the West Marine National Drawing North Sails 25% off non-transferable discount certifi cate Fantasy Sail with Gary Jobson

*crew members who choose to fundraise individually and raise $500 earn their own Goslings hat in addition to cumulative crew incentives **with option to purchase additional shirts for crew; boat name added VOLUME 13 ISSUE 2 THE B INNACLE 1111 to shirts for $15 fee ON THE WATER

BY PAUL UHL CRUISING FLEET CHAIR Summer Fun in the cruisingfl [email protected] Sun—Finally!

Summer is in full swing 1 and so are Cruising Fleet events. Although, we got off to a slow start with the late spring and cool summer start. The Cruising Fleet canceled its Memorial Day trip because of poor weather and members trying to fi nish boat projects and get in the water. So instead, Cruising Fleet members gathered in Columbia’s dining room for 2 dinner and a night cap in the bar. A little weather doesn’t slow us down. Our fi rst on-the-water excursion was the annual Our next event was the Summer Sailstice Cruise. While the annual 4th of July Cruise to South weather was beautiful, lake levels Haven. This fl otilla was designed conspired to keep us from lunch to encourage members to extend plans at Jackson Park Yacht Club. their experiences and skills by going with a group. The trip starts A number of members instead Most of us relaxed the rest of the participated in Fleet Review and with a Tuesday night sail, leaving Chicago around 9 p.m. or so with afternoon before watching the Rock the Dock that afternoon and fi reworks from our “front row” seats evening. plans to arrive the next morning. It was a cool, overcast, lumpy night in the south marina. 3 but eight boats made the trip, with The weather for the next fi ve one coming up from New Buffalo days was idyllic, with a warm sun and another down from Saugatuck. and cool lake breezes. It was the perfect atmosphere and 4 setting, as we relaxed, went to the beach, and rode dinghies up the river during the days. We had dinner one night at the favorite, Su Casa. And another evening saw the return of the pot luck dinner, featuring a grilled spiral cut ham courtesy of our event chair, Dorothy Liphardt.

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The 4th of July Cruise serves 7 8 as the starting point for cruising vacations to destinations further north for many of our members. One exception was Jeff and Pam Stroberg, aboard their Beneteau 42, Grace, who used the cruise for the start of a more extraordinary trip—two years! As I write they’re in Detroit and headed to the Chesapeake, where they’ll prepare for their trip south to Florida. While 9 10 plans are not fi rm, the general course is set for the Bahamas and down the Caribbean. We wish them well as they live the dream. You can follow their progress at http://wtfrwe.blogspot.com Coming up in August are the Progressive Dinner in DuSable Harbor and our Labor Day Cruise. For more information and to RSVP, please visit the Cruising Fleet web 1 THE CRUISING FLEET TAKES OVER THE SOUTH HARBOR, WALKING site at colyccf.ning.com. DISTANCE TO TOWN AND THE BEACH 2 TALL SHIP TOURS TAKE VISITORS OUT ON LAKE MICHIGAN 3 CRUISING FLEETERS ENJOY THE POT LUCK DINNER AT THE SOUTH HAVEN MARINA 4 EVENT CHAIR DOROTHY LIPHART AND CRUISING FLEET CHAIR PAUL UHL “SAMPLE” THE MAIN COURSE—BBQ HAM. MMMMMMMMMM 5 SOUTH MARINA AT SOUTH HAVEN 6 35 OR SO MEMBERS DINE AT DUSK ON THE MARINA DECK OVERLOOKING THE HARBOR. EVERYONE BROUGHT APPETIZERS, SIDE DISHES AND DESERTS TO SHARE 7 DINNER AT SU CASA IN SOUTH HAVEN 8 DOUG SIBERY AND CREW MADE THEIR FIRST TRIP ACROSS LAKE MICHIGAN—AND AT NIGHT! 9 JIM COX EXAMINES “SUNDOWNER” OPTIONS 10 PAM AND JEFF STROBERG USE THE SAIL TO SOUTH HAVEN AS THE FIRST LEG OF THEIR TWO-YEAR CRUISE VOLUME 13 ISSUE 2 THE B INNACLE 13 ON THE WATER

BY MARTY BERNSTEIN Sea Scouts Growing SHIP #5111 SKIPPER and Going Strong

1 Jared and Keaton, had a great experience (complete with the traditional dunk once we reached the island), hopefully to be repeated time and again. These kids get respect not only from our crew, but from other crew as well. Perhaps as important is the parent participation; it’s what keeps us rolling. Our thanks to Debbie and Jackson Martin, to Liza Curiel, and all trained Sea Scout leaders, for their support before and after the race. Thanks again to the fabulous group who hired our boat, resulting in a signifi cant donation to our Ship. Columbia’s Sea Scout Ship BEER CAN RACING To Jessica Marcus, Neal Mehlman, Challenge #5111 is full ahead, We continue to lead the fl eet on David G. Brown, Russ Salzman, training new and returning youth and Wednesday night Beer Cans, taking Michael Bauknecht, Brian Koloms adults aboard our vessel, Nautilus, line honors in JAM 1, serving as and Steve Purze—you have our prepping for long cruises, racing in committee boat, and teaching undying gratitude. Wednesday evening and port-to- valuable skills to our new and SCUBA port regattas, and adding exciting veteran young sailors. Two of our newly trained youth activities to our already full agenda. MAC RACE took their PADI open water dives NEW MEMBERS Three of our youth participated in at the Haigh Quarry in June. Following her mother’s and sisters’ the Mac Race aboard our vessel, Congrats to certifi ed divers Miguel lead, Nina Fleischman has recently Nautilus, hired for the fourth year Paiz and Diomir Tomaszewski. joined the Ship, and has brought by COLYC members Neal Mehlman Keaton Martin took partial along her friend, Bridget Cybulski. and Russ Salzman, with their certifi cation during his family’s They are both sophomores at Oak returning syndicate and a few new Australian vacation in the spring. Park River Forest High School, and hands. Boatswain Alex Zoiopoulus The rest of our SCUBA candidates now are hooked on sailing. Tiana returns for his 2nd Mac, Yeoman hope to complete open water Sherwood, of Sauganash, joined Keaton Martin and Boatswain’s 2 us over the winter, took SCUBA Mate Jared Gorzen, fi rst timers, training, and has become very active were part of the crew of 12, in regular sailing training. Miguel which also included Skipper Marty Paiz and Diomir Tomaszewski Bernstein, and Mate James Bruno also came to us during the off- Lago. season, participating in all activities, A frustratingly slow race was advancing to Apprentice Rank and more than compensated by the becoming two of our most active crew camaraderie, performance, new members in sailing, racing and and togetherness upon reaching service. the island. Our two “newbies,”

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certifi cation later this summer, or during our planned winter super activity sailing/SCUBA trip to the Caribbean. 5 LONG CRUISE advanced After three years traveling to Two adult leadership and Rivers, WI, and camping at Point management training. The three- Beach State Park, our long cruise day session will be held at Great this August will take us across the Lakes Naval Training Center the lake to Muskegon, camping at weekend of October 25-27. the State Park Yurt* and sleeping Our young people are growing overfl ow on the boat. In addition to in seamanship, sportsmanship, local service projects, a tour of the citizenship and leadership. WWII submarine USS Silversides We trust that they are is planned. The cruise will leave on 6 on their best behavior Monday morning, sail overnight, when you encounter camp for three days, and return to them on the water or at Chicago on Friday, arriving Saturday the Club. They certainly morning. appreciate the support QBO & SEA BADGE TRAINING from our membership, Adult leader training includes a offi cers and staff. Thank course in Qualifi ed Boat Operators you, again. BRAVO aboard our vessel, and is open to ZULU—job well done. 7 all registered Sea Scout leaders, council-wide. This allows all *Wonder what it will be like to sleep interested Ships in the area to use in the Yurt? Here’s the link to see what it’s all about: http://www.michigan.gov/ and enjoy the vessel safely. This dnr/0,4570,7-153-10365_24196- fall, thanks to the planning efforts of 293159--,00.html Mate Robert Bied, Chicago will play host to a Sea Badge Course for

8 1 SV NAUTILUS PARADES PAST NAVY PIER BEFORE START OF THE 105TH RACE TO MACKINAC 2 BOATSWAIN ALEX AT THE HELM ON LAST LEG OF THE RETURN FROM MACKINAC 3 MAC “NEWBIES” JARED GORZEN AND KEATON MARTIN ARE GIVEN THEIR BAPTISM UPON REACHING THE ISLAND 4 DIOMIR TOMASZEWSKI AND MIGUEL PAIZ COMPLETE THEIR OPEN WATER CERTIFICATION AT HAIGH QUARRY 5 KEATON, ALEX AND JARED ON THE RAIL FOR THE 105TH RACE TO MACKINAC 6 BOATSWAIN ALEX, BOATSWAIN MATE JARED ON THE MAC RACE 7 1ST MATE FRANCIS BAUMGART TEACHES ELECTRONIC NAVIGATION TO MIGUEL AND NINA DURING LONG CRUISE 8 MONDAY EVENING CRUISING ABOARD SV NAUTILUS WITH JARED, NATALIE, ALEX MIGUEL AND TIANA

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BY KURT THOMSEN SAILING MASTER Summer Flying By for [email protected] Sailing School

sailors learned a lot being able to bringing a big group to Florida this race and start with 83 boats on a winter to compete in the National starting line. circuit. Columbia also brought two MEMBER SAILING OPPORTUNITIES green fl eet Optis to the competition, We are offering an increased two sailors ages 8 and 9. They number of on-the water-activities for competed against 46 other boats our membership and hope to see and placing a very respectable 25th more of you on the docks, taking and 28th. We are excited that our part. On Sundays we will be racing Opti team is growing and we have the Sailing School’s dinghies from kids racing at high-level national Noon to 4:00 p.m. These races events at such a young age. are not meant for the novice, but While the Columbia Opti team will be perfect for a beginning or competed in Michigan, our 420 experienced racer to better hone team of 10 kids competed in three their skills. This is intended to be a different events in Wisconsin and casual and informal competition, so Northern Illinois. First we traveled if you’re interested email me. to the perennial favorite, South Don’t forget that the Sailing Shore Yacht Club in Milwaukee, for School isn’t just for kids. Adult the Kaszube Cup. That race was classes include a powerboat followed by the 420 Nationals in certifi cation as well as a basic Lake Geneva and regional Bemis keelboat certifi cation. Both of these Our Columbia Yacht Club Opti Championship held in Lake Forest. are offered at discounted prices for team travelled to Grosse Pointe The team battled through light air in members, and with larger discounts Yacht Club in early July to all three locations, putting up some for groups of four or eight. Contact compete in the USODA Optimist great fi nishes. Kennedy Fray even the Sailing School for more details. Nationals. On the fi rst of fi ve days took 1st overall in the Laser Radial of racing, competition was fi erce fl eet at the Kaszube Cup. Seeing NEW TRAILER NEEDED in the USODA Women’s National this young, enthusiastic group of There are a growing number of Championship. Columbia had two sailors and watching how quickly racers in the Sailing School, so we racers in that day of racing: Katie they are learning is what the Sailing are raising funds to buy a new trailer Faris and Taylor Bell. After eight School is all about. We plan on that is big enough to accommodate general recall and postponed starts, everyone. We want to the fi rst race was fi nally completed. make sure no one eager All those delays took their toll, to race is ever left behind however, and there were only two because of transportation races completed for the Women’s issues. If you would like regatta. to help our racers get to The following day the National events and represent the Championship began. The fl eet Club please chip in— consisted of 249 boats split up into every bit helps. three groups of 83. The conditions were extremely light all week and very diffi cult for all competitors. The

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BY ROBIN SCROFANI SKIPJACKS CO-CHAIR [email protected] An Outstanding Year for Skipjacks

The 2013 Skipjacks season was defi nitely one for the record 2 books. With more than 100 registered participants, this was the largest Skipjack group in the history of the program. The Columbia Skipjacks program is a nine-week course, consisting both classroom and on-the-water training. It’s designed for adults who want an to get a basic understanding of sailing, but may not yet have the time to commit to our adult sailing course. Skipjacks classes began on the rail deck in May, where member-volunteer captains gave lessons in basic sailing skills, tossing lines, tying knots, nomenclature and the “essentials” of sailing. After two weeks of theory, it was time to head out on the water, and get experience in raising and lowering sails, tacking, The Skipjack on-the-water classes are a great jibing, sail trim and helmsmanship. Mother Nature was not our success only because of the skippers and crew friend this year, giving us some chilly and breezy Tuesday nights. who generously donate their time and boats to give On the bright side, the Skipjacks got a perfect fi rst-hand lesson the Skipjacks a variety of cruising and racing boat in how to get a boat back to the dock very quickly during a pretty experience. Our sincere thanks to these skippers frightening lightning storm. and their crews. After ever session, Skipjacks continued their “education,” Accord Woody Hansmann learning that the fun continues at the Columbia bar! What’s the Cloudsplitter Pete McLiverty point of time on the water if you can’t share war stories with (Olsen Yacht) & Larry Kwiat skippers, crew and fellow Skipjacks. D’Artagnan Michael Kane Skipjacks 2013 concluded just before Independence Day, Eleanor Rigby Rick Reed with a graduation celebration on the aft deck. The John Chorley Encore Bob Rothchild Trophy for “Favorite Captain,” as voted by the Skipjacks, was Esther Dave Sturdy awarded this year to John Boyle, who has hosted literally hundreds Harizon Eddie Harrison of Skipjacks aboard Mirage over the years. Congratulations, Isis Bob Moretti John—well deserved! Kutty’s Ark Joe McGinnis Our Skipjacks have proven to be great new sailors and & George Morrissey 1 many have become new Lightning Steve Karstrand members, as well. We are Liquid Date II Jeff Linstrom delighted to have had the Mirage John Boyle opportunity to introduce Never Say Never Steven Simovits them all to the wonderful No Reverse Bob Horenkamp world of sailing and being Off Duty Stu Friedman part of the Columbia Perico Ryan Johnson family. Restless Mike Lane The Kraken John Coakley 1 SKIPPER JOHN BOYLE, Truant Holly & Walter Kawula WITH SKIPJACKS CO-CHAIRS True North Dan Arntzen KRISTEN HARTMAN AND ROBIN SCROFANI, WITH THE Wanton Ken Purcell “FAVORITE SKIPPER” TROPHY Whisper Tom Barnes 2 SKIPJACKS (L TO R) DANIELLE Every effort was made to include all skippers who participated in Skipjacks. TISSER, TINA BERTOLI AND Our apologies to anyone who was inadvertently left out. ABBY ALSOP PROUDLY DISPLAY THEIR “GRADUATION” CERTIFICATES

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BY BILL GRANT POWER FLEET CHAIR Power Fleet Parties powerfl [email protected] and Poker Run Fun

Here we are midway through another boating season, so it’s time for an update on what the Power Fleet has been up to. We’ve had two well- attended events this summer, the Leukemia Cup Poker Run Kick-off Party and the Power Fleet’s fi rst “Potluck on the Dock.” The Poker Run Kick-off Party was a great success, bringing members from Columbia and Corinthian Yacht Club together in the upper salon for cocktails, food and fun in support of Leukemia Cup Weekend. We were able to get many boats signed up for the Poker Run at that event. The “Potluck on the Dock” (looking to be the fi rst annual?) was scheduled during the Mac race break. And I’m pleased to say that the attendance by far exceeded my expectations. Members came out in force to enjoy some time on the dock and support the Poker Run. Chuck Bricker from LLS was on hand to sign people up for the Poker Run, and he did a great job. As of today there are 29 boats participating in the Poker Run. It promises be a great event! Our thanks to everyone who came down to the party: power boaters, sail boaters and associate members were all well represented. It was a fantastic afternoon (and well into the evening) fi lled with lots of wonderful food and drink. We are already scheduled to have this potluck party on the same weekend next year. The Poker Run on August 10 is a fun-fi lled event for an important cause. After a day on the water, participants gather for a killer party at Corinthian Yacht Club in Montrose Harbor. More information is available on the Columbia website. No one wants to think about the end of the summer but we all have to face the reality that we have short season here on this great lake. The Power Fleet will again be hosting a post-season cocktail party, so keep an eye out for that date announcement soon. There are many people to thank for helping with the LLS Poker Run Kick-off and the Potluck party: Dominic Irpino, Chuck Bricker, Rich Allen, Ken Haas and the entire dock committee, our GM Nick Philp and the rest of TO MAKE A DONATION, VISIT the staff. I look forward to seeing many of you at the Poker Run on August www.il.lcrpr.llsevent.org 10th and at the end of the season party. If you have any questions regarding the Poker Run and how to get involved, please feel free to contact me. Enjoy the rest of the season and be safe out there!

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On Sunday, July 28, the morning skies were dark and stormy (!) and the temperature was at least 25 degrees below normal, but that did not dampen the intrepid spirit of participants in the inaugural Stand UP Against Blood Cancers Stand Up Paddle Regatta. Ten teams gathered to race around the dock and raise money for the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society. Special thanks go to all paddlers, Nick Philp for spearheading the event, Windward Board Shop, Chicago Paddle Rentals and to the sponsors that kept everyone warm: Argus Brewing, Gosling’s Rum and Oxford Landing Estates. The event raised almost $4,000—quite a feat for our fi rst year!

VOLUME 13 ISSUE 2 THE B INNACLE IN THIS ISSUE The Legacy of Chester Kuttner

The 85th Chicago to Mackinac believed that the city’s amenities, 1 Island Yacht Race was one of including its lakefront, should be Chester’s best. On July 27, 1992, enjoyed and accessible to everyone. Chester Kuttner and his boat, Chester’s passion for life Kutty’s Ark, crossed the fi nish line and all its ingredients were the at Mackinac Island, completing his driving force for creating Columbia’s 56th consecutive Mac race and Chester Kuttner Foundation. winning fi rst place in his division. Established in 1994 by his Chester was an “Old Goat,” wife LaVerne along with Reese a member of the Island Goats Elledge, a good friend and a past Sailing Society, whose membership Commodore of Columbia Yacht For almost 20 years, requires that you have sailed in at Club, the Foundation’s mission least 25 Mac races. The Society is just what Chester would have Columbia’s Chester celebrated its 54th year last wanted: “to introduce young people Kuttner Foundation month, still two years short of to sailing and to foster, encourage Chester’s record. and support competitive sailing has worked to A lifelong member of among youth on a local, regional encourage and promote Columbia Yacht Club, Chester died and national level.” To that end, in November 1993 at the age of 79. the Foundation focuses on three the sport of sailing. When he wasn’t sailing, he primary objectives. But, as time fl ies and was enjoying the hell out of life as THE SCHOLARSHIP an advertising executive. In fact, PROGRAM provides tuition for memories fade, some Chester could easily have starred in inner-city children from the may not remember the “Mad Men.” A partner and President Chicago Public School system of Kuttner & Kuttner, Inc., Chester who lack the fi nancial ability to reasons why we have worked on many election campaigns attend the Junior Sailing Program this foundation. Here is at the city and state levels, and at Columbia Yacht Club. Students spent many years heavily involved are given an opportunity to learn a look at the man whose in local politics. An avid community to sail and an introduction to spirit and life inspired activist and founding member of the the sport of competitive sailing. Independent Voters of Illinois, he These experiences provide a a legacy of giving at 2 platform that encourages good our Club. sportsmanship and respect, all factors in creating self-reliant, confi dent and successful young men and women. Since 2002, the Foundation has provided 66 students with scholarships. THE NATIONAL AND OLYMPIC CAMPAIGN PROGRAMS provide grants for sailors in competition. Bob Willis’ 2012 Olympic campaign is the most recent example of the Foundation’s

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support. Racing camps and regattas With the Foundation’s fi nancial 4 have also been a part of this support and the stellar coaching program’s funding. and guidance of Columbia’s sailing THE SUSTAINED master, Michael Ramos is a skilled SCHOLARSHIP SUPPORT sailor with a passion to continue in PROGRAM furthers the Foundation’s the sport. “I want to be a part of a mission by providing continuing sailing team in college, too. I want support for qualifying scholarship sailing to be a part of my life. And students who have the desire I would never have been able to and would benefi t from a long- do this without the Foundation’s term competitive sailing program support.” spanning multiple years. Seven scholarship students have continued Columbia’s Chester Kuttner Foundation is 1 CHESTER KUTTNER AT THE in Columbia’s Junior Sailing a strong and living legacy to a man who HELM 2 AN AERIAL VIEW OF Program for over four years. epitomized the Corinthian spirit. If you’d like HIS BELOVED “KUTTY’S ARK” 3 & 4 STUDENTS ATTENDING Michael Ramos, who to help the Foundation grow new sailors, CLASSES AT THE COLUMBIA graduated last month from Muchin or learn more about the foundation, visit SAILING SCHOOL, College Prep, will complete his 7th www.columbiaschesterkuttnerfoundation.org. BENEFICIARIES OF KUTTNER FOUNDATION SCHOLARSHIPS year in the Sustained Scholarship And if you have some little ones of your own Program. Michael received his fi rst who would benefi t from this great experience, Scholarship in 2007 at the age of call our Sailing Master, Kurt Thomsen 12, starting with the prams and at the Club. working his was up to the Columbia Junior Sailing Team.

VOLUME 13 ISSUE 2 THE B INNACLE 21 IN THIS ISSUE Don’t Stop Believin’ BY OLOF ANDERSSON

If something can go PERPETRATORS wrong, it will. And then OLOF ANDERSSON the wind angle to it will just keep getting Accidental Race Oceanside would be Committee chair at worse. If that sounds close to a perfect Columbia Yacht Club extreme, this journal of a 90-120. Hoisting the and life-long racer disastrous boat delivery asymmetric and doing 4-5 kts, feeling half trip might convince you good, having a beer but otherwise. well aware that this is SoCal and the wind will die at sunset. If we’re DAY 1 NED KNIGHT lucky we may make Waking up in a San Diego marina Accidental new owner of Oceanside in time for inside a Catalina 34 is never a bad Eagle, a 34-ft Catalina. a late dinner. Both of morning, even at 5:00 a.m. Waking Previously owner of us are seasoned sailors up because of the engine getting Apollo V, a purposely and sailing into a harbor fi red up and leaving the dock for built Peterson 42 for and docking under sail a 70-mile trek to Avalon, Catalina Admiral’s Cup 1981. was not a worry. Island, when hung over is still good, Commodore Point Loma 1700 hrs. We now relatively speaking. YC. Life-long racer know we have another Rounding San Diego offshore problem. Whoever Buoy 3 at daybreak. Making sure rigged the furling jib, EAGLE Catalina 34, 1988. Standard mast. we keep clear of the ever-present didn’t know anything PHRF=171. Accidentally acquired by Ned four kelp bed west of Point Loma. To about rigging. The months prior to trip understand how bad kelp is, it is furling jib had been like driving into a snow drift with hoisted using the top your car: a slow but instant stop. us passing by. Maybe 5 kts from of the mast spinnaker Then the prop could get fouled to behind, not a cloud in sight. Pristine, halyard. So when we hoisted the the point you lose drive. The other noises of intense gunfi re from Camp asymmetric, its halyard was below major problem is plugging the raw- Pendelton and Navy helicopters and inside the furler. Did I mention water up sea strainers and heat making for a perfect southern Cal something about being hungover exchangers. If that happens, you’re morning at sea. before and running out of fuel? screwed; sitting there in your own 1300 hrs, we start planning By jibing back and forth, we private 2000 sq-ft kelp patch of our 1800 ETA in Avalon with just have made a nice wrap with the hell, while other boats are running 30 miles to go. Then, the sickening spinnaker halyard around the furler. by. Been there, done that. There’s a sound of an engine being starved by Time to start a count: Hung SoCal proverb: If birds are walking lack of diesel. How could this be? over. Running out of fuel. Wrapping on water, stay away. We fi lled 13 gallons the day before the spinnaker halyard around the Coffee… French press, real we left. forestay. coffee. This I will bring to this year’s The towing service wants We managed to get the Mac race. No more of that instant $800 to bring 5 gallons of diesel to spinnaker down before dark. But it (not) coffee. us. This is a SAIL boat, no go. Sail took a lot of invectives at whoever All is well, a few dolphins time. Destination options: Catalina had rigged this boat. While Ned was here and there and the irritated 30nm, Dana 28nm, Oceanside wrestling to douse the spinnaker and stares from seals waking up from 25nm. Easy choice considering I was helming, a strange urge came

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upon me to look at the deck cap on eager to take a swim in the the starboard side next to me. It said cold (65°F) Pacifi c Ocean. VATTEN. Really??? That’s Swedish Call a diver, who shows up for water. OK. Quickly looking at the within the hour and promptly cap on the port side. BRÄNSLE. tells us we have a line wound Fuel in Swedish. tightly around the prop. How Probabilities: Fewer than nine do you snag a line with the million people understand Swedish, boat’s prop while sailing? of which only one thousand reside Wait, there’s more, it in the US, of which about a hundred is OUR line! It’s our spinnaker know how to sail, of which ONE tack line. Two guys, in almost was aboard Eagle. Owner, not EVEN ON A TRIP FROM HELL, SAILORS ARE ABLE TO calm weather taking down knowing his new boat and myself FIND SOME CONSOLATION AT THE END OF A RACE the spinnaker managed to being oblivious, had the previous somehow kick the tack line day put 13 gallons of fuel in a fresh After breakfast we empty over board and have it water tank. Count: Hung over. one of the newly found jugs of caught by the prop while sailing. Running out of fuel. Wrapping diesel into the correct tank properly Unheard of. the spinnaker halyard around marked fuel in Swedish, BRÄNSLE. Count: Hung over. Running the forestay. Putting diesel in the After letting the fuel pump run out of fuel. Wrapping the spinnaker water tank. for a minute, the Perkins fi res up halyard around the forestay. Putting Entering Oceanside harbor we perfectly and runs smoothly. Cast diesel in the water tank. Wrap the see an end of a dock open near the off, Ned jumps onboard as I put the prop with the tack line while sailing. Jolly Roger restaurant. A small gust gear in reverse. KLONK and the We decide not to challenge brings us up to 2 kts as we start the engine dies. Drifting away from the Njord any further that day and take arc for the dock and roll up the jib. dock with the outgoing tide with the the rest of the day off. Problem is, both of us are used to radio blaring “Don’t Stop Believin.” bigger boats with more momentum. Rationalizing that this hopeful DAY 3 Just 4ft short, we come to a directive — which was borrowed The next day we enjoy a picture complete stop and then slowly begin from the title of a sappy early-’80s perfect SoCal day at sea with to drift with the tide in between the rock anthem — symbolized the schools of dolphins and seals two fi nger docks. Pushing off the unfl agging determination to keep playing around us as we motor fi rst boat we crash into and fending stoking the fl ames and ultimately the fi nal 25nm to Newport without off we fi nally docked. Thank you, make it to the starting line for the incidents. Sea lions hanging out on Eagle, for being a small boat. Late Ensenada race. Despite whatever the Newport pier bark a long last cocktail time. obstacles we have to overcome to welcome to us. get there, we hastily set sail. Sailed Epilogue. Eagle fi nished DAY 2 across the harbor to an easy-access last in the cruising section and we Morning. This hang over thing must Harbor Police dock. managed to pump the diesel out of be like fl u, it just doesn’t go away. Once properly docked, we the water tank, but that’s a story Ned is sure the boat came with realize that out of the two possible only told in bars. three yellow fi ve-gallon jugs. We causes for our latest disaster, gear fi nd them under the driver’s seat. All box failure or a fouled prop, we can three are full of diesel. I leave that only fi x the latter. Can’t see prop without comments. from the dock and none of us is

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BY NICK PHILP GENERAL MANAGER From our General Manager [email protected]

As a member, you already know how unique STAFF CONTACT Columbia is. But how often do you think INFORMATION about sharing the Columbia experience with ANY COLUMBIA STAFF friends or colleagues? Despite our 120-plus MEMBER CAN BE REACHED years and our glorious location, many people BY CALLING THE CLUB AT in Chicago have yet to enjoy the unbelievable 312-938-3625 sites, tastes and hospitality of Columbia. (312-WET-DOCK) Simply stepping foot on the Abegweit gives OR VIA EMAIL AT THE ADDRESSES BELOW: a sense of fun and adventure. This year, why not share the experience of boating, dining, NICK PHILP celebrating and being at Columbia? GENERAL MANAGER Boating at the Club comes in many [email protected] NICK PHILP different forms. Small boats to big boats, TIM MULLEN novice to professional, young to old, we ASST. GENERAL MANAGER have everyone covered for getting on the water. A fantastic way for your [email protected] kids and their friends to spend the summer playing and learning is at our ALBERTO GARCIA Sailing School. There are plenty of Adult Sailing lessons available as well. CHEF DE CUISINE Grab a group of four and get Keelboat certifi ed while sailing out of the best [email protected] harbor in Chicago! Our Power and Cruising Fleets both have calendars full of RYAN CONLIN events. Check out “On the Water” and “Sailing School” tabs on our website FOOD & BEVERAGE for more info. MANAGER [email protected] The stunning views and unique facility set Columbia apart from most private clubs. And it’s no secret that Columbia’s bar is the friendliest KURT THOMSEN “confi nes” outside of Wrigley. Whether you want to throw a wedding to SAILING MASTER [email protected] remember or an intimate night with friends, Columbia’s culinary crew has you covered. Let your Club put on your next birthday, wedding or get together. MORGAN KINNEY I’m always happy to work with you to plan an event for 20 or 200. MEMBERSHIP & Combining a great party with a great cause is something we do very MARKETING MANAGER [email protected] well. Columbia Yacht Club supports a wide variety of mission-focused, not- for-profi ts each year. This summer we have really pushed forward on our CLAY VANCE efforts for the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society. On the water, we hosted HOUSE MANAGER [email protected] the fi rst Stand UP Against Blood Cancers Regatta, supported the Power Fleet Poker Run at Corinthian YC, and are proud to host the Leukemia Cup BRYAN RAYMAKER Regatta. On the Abby, we’re looking forward to one of the best parties of the DOCK MANAGER [email protected] summer, Red Sky Night. These events are open to the public, making them VHF Ch. 68 a terrifi c opportunity to encourage friends to try out the Club. So when you see the alerts about these parties, why not share the news with your friends JANET MARTINEZ OFFICE MANAGER on social media? [email protected] Columbia is an organization that provides an amazing array of amenities, but thrives on participation. Because of members like you, sharing the experience of Columbia, we continue to grow as a Club.

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FOOD. DRINK. BEER & WINE TASTINGS. CRAFT COCKTAILS! LIVE & SILENT AUCTIONS ABOARD OUR CLUB SHIP ABEGWEIT

FRIDAY, AUGUST 23, 2013 • 6:00 P.M. Red Sky Night is an evening of food, drink and merriment to benefi t The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society and its fi ght against blood cancers. Proudly hosted by Columbia Yacht Club, the event takes place aboard the Club Ship on August 23. A dining and drinking experience, Red Sky Night features plentiful gourmet food stations including hors d’oeuvres, raw bar, carving station, fresh bar and luscious small desserts; Goose Island 312 beer and Gosling’s rum drinks are included in the ticket price* as well as wine tastings, prosecco pour and craft cocktails. A cash bar is also available. The Silent Auction offers everything from theater tickets to spa packages to mini-vacations around the country. Live Auction items are listed below. After the auction, North Coast Sextet will kick things up a notch, ensuring all in attendance will go home with a full belly, a full heart and very sore feet. This event is growing by leaps and bounds and we will likely sell out this year, so make your reservations early. Tickets are $95 until August 18, when the price goes up to $110**. Reservations can be made in the offi ce or at redskynight.org.

OR CALL THE OFFICE TICKETS @ REDSKYNIGHT.ORG 312-938-3625

LIVE AUCTION ITEMS MAGNIFICENT BEER, WINE AND LIQUOR COLLECTION ENOUGH TO STOCK ANY HOME OR BOAT FOR A YEAR! $500 MACY’S SHOPPING SPREE LUNCH UNDER THE GREAT TREE, AND A GUIDED TOUR OF THE FAMOUS HOLIDAY WINDOWS BOTOX AND BEAUTY PARTY FOR SIX INCLUDING BOTOX TREATMENT BY DR. HONORE WOODSIDE, FESTIVE BEVERAGES, SNACKS AND LUXURIOUS MINI FACIALS BY WENDY OF WENDY CITY FACIALS BRITISH VIRGIN ISLANDS BAREBOAT CHARTER FOR UP TO EIGHT PEOPLE, 7 DAYS 6 NIGHTS ABOARD A MOORINGS 41.3, COURTESY OF THE MOORINGS AND, THE WILDLY POPULAR IN-HOME WINE DINNER FOR EIGHT PEOPLE BY CHEF BREANNA BEIKE & SOMMELIER NICK PHILP VOLUME 13 ISSUE 2 THE B INNACLE 25

* while generous supplies last ** $55-$70 of ticket price is tax deductible ON THE ABBY The COMMODORE’S RECEPTION

The fi rst party of Columbia’s summer season traditionally is the Commodore’s Reception. This year Commodore Matt and Tracy Howard shared the festive evening with the biggest thing to hit our Club in years—our new aft-deck tent. Members, who were dressed to the nines in their yachting-formal attire (as was the tent, with pennants and fl owers galore), were welcomed by the Flag Offi cers to the gala celebration. After a cocktail reception on the upper deck, accom- panied by steel drum music, guests took their seats to enjoy a gourmet meal, plentiful libations and dancing. To truly give the night a fl ash of something special, everyone in attendance was encouraged to give the tent a “baptism by fi re,” courtesy of the sparklers on every table. It was a joyous night of friends and fun, the fi rst of many such nights at Columbia this summer.

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VOLUME 13 ISSUE 2 THE B INNACLE 27 ON THE ABBY Red, White and Blueberry Independence Day Celebration

Columbia’s Independence Day celebration saw a record number of members and their guests visit the Club Ship for the Annual All-American Aft Deck Rib Fest. Nearly 500 hungry patriots enjoyed the feast of ribs, ribs and more ribs along with all the fi xin’s for a bountiful American picnic. Chef Alberto and the galley crew outdid themselves this year as the food was amazing. Equally amazing was the gusto with which our Blueberry Pie Eating Contest participants attacked their blueberry pies. Six adults and one brave young boy dove face fi rst into freshly baked pie, and, after three minutes, Bill Rickert was declared the winner. Good fun was had by all, although word on the dock the next day was that many of the contestants were still recovering. The Blue Grass All-Stars played throughout the evening, and the fi reworks off of Navy Pier we a spectacular conclusion to a very festive day.

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BY PEGGY BRENNAN Our Very Own PAST COMMODORE Patriotic Pet Parade

June 30 marked the 6th Annual Dog Days on the Dock, our very own kick-off to Independence Day celebrations. Beautiful weather brought more than 25 four-legged friends and their human companions, both kid and kid-like, to the Columbia dock. Everyone draped themselves, and their dogs in red, white and blue….along with a bedazzle of stars and some stripes. Columbia member Helen Fogarty and her dog, Meeko, served as Grand Marshals, leading the parade from the Abby down the DuSable Harbor promenade, shouting, “Happy Dog Days.” Then it was back to the Columbia dock for the hotdog buffet and ice cream social. Back on the Ship, our furry-faced friends tested their abilities on the agility course, provided by Canine Therapy Corps. CTC therapy teams Daniel (with Jelly) and Lori (with Sedona) joined the parade and shared insights about the challenges and rewards of animal- assisted therapy to help improve the physical and psychological health of patients. In true Columbia fashion, it was a day to give back, as well. Jelly and Sedona wore their “donations” vests, and members were happy to contribute to this worthy cause. Many thanks to all our Columbia canines and members who participated in this wonderful event and made it our largest DDotD yet! For more information on CTC visit www.CanineTherapyCorps.org

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BY TRACY HOWARD ACTIVITIES CO-CHAIR [email protected] Fall Fun on the Horizon

“Back to School” ads have hit the airwaves, a sure sign that fall is around the corner. As the season changes, the Club’s party schedule moves indoors. The VERY popular Lobster Boil is on the calendar for October 5. Freshly steamed lobster and all the fi xin’s for an authentic New England feast (including the blueberry cobbler!), plus live music made this party the / talk of the Club last fall. Make your reservation early—space is guaranteed to %RLO fi ll up quickly. October 5 The annual Kids’ Halloween Party takes place on October 26. We need several adult volunteers to supervise games and help with crafts. If you’re interested, please email [email protected]. The committee is taking suggestions for a Fall event for adults. Topping the list for consideration thus far is a Harvest Festival, tentatively slated for early November. If you’d like to take part in the planning of this event, or have an alternate suggestion, let us know via email. Fresh ideas are very welcome! The holidays at Columbia are a busy time, and this year is no exception. Jump start your holiday spirit by helping to decorate the Abby on Saturday, November 30. Jingle Bell Rock, which will likely move to the tent this year, offi cially opens the season on December 7. Santa visits the Club Ship for the Children’s Holiday Party on December 15, and stops back again for the Employee Party on December 22. And, of course, we usher out the old and say “hello” to the new on New Year’s Eve, December 31. Activities meetings take place on the third Tuesday of the month at 6:30 p.m. Our next meeting is August 20, and we hope to see you there!

A few words about Nominating Committee

Okay, admit it. You’re not planning on being on the Board of Directors. And this is probably the last article you’re reading because there are no pictures of people having fun or boats going fast (but it does have a nice colored background). So why does the Nominating Committee matter to you? The Nominating Committee (which will be elected at the September General Membership meeting) is responsible for putting together the slate of fl ag offi cers and board members who will govern the Club in the coming year. But that’s not all they do. In addition to determining the new slate, the Nominating Committee is a forum for member suggestions and concerns. They provide an opportunity for every member to come forward and share their thoughts in a confi dential setting. Have a concern about something? Bring it to the committee. Want to make a suggestion for the board or stewards to consider? Bring it to the committee. The Nominating Committee encourages everyone to voice their opinion about any of the Club’s operations, programs, activities, directors, offi cers, staff, fi nancial concerns, policies . . . anything goes. Whatever your concern or recommendation, speaking to the Nominating Committee is your opportunity to come forward and share it. All members are always welcome at the General Membership meetings (held the fourth Wednesday of the month), which is another way to be in touch with what’s going on at Columbia. Whether you attend a “Gen Mem” meeting or make an appointment with the Nominating Committee, take the opportunity to make your voice heard at your Club. VOLUME 13 ISSUE 2 THE B INNACLE 31 ON THE ABBY

BY BRUCE CHAPPELEAR ASSOCIATE REPRESENTATIVE Fellow Associate Members– [email protected] Get Involved

Columbia Yacht Club thrives and Associates (Nov). Everyone is and other events by visiting the Club because of our member-volunteers. always welcome at any committee website or subscribing to the weekly This structure serves many meeting, so please consider update. purposes: keeping our dues and attending. The committee is also focused costs down, providing much-needed Getting involved on the Abby on addressing the most-requested help to organize various events and is easy and a great way to meet improvements to the Associate activities at the Club, and bringing members with similar interests or experience that were identifi ed in members together to work on to learn about all our tremendous the recent survey. We are providing projects that are of interest to them. activities. Some events coming more opportunities to meet other The Associates Committee up later this year include Trivia members, more opportunities to “get is organizing a series of “spotlight” Nights (in the Bar), Cruising Fleet on the water,” and some Business committee meetings for members Progressive Dinner (Aug 17), Networking events. We welcome who want to learn more about Red Sky Night (Aug 23, benefi tting your comments and feedback on how our Club is run. Race the Leukemia, Lymphoma Society how we can do better. Committee, Boats, Cruising Fleet, and our largest charitable effort of There is always something Wine Club, Activities and Business the year), Cruising Fleet Dock Party going on at Columbia, and there Networking meetings have all been (Sep 21), Business Networking are many ways you can stay aware featured so far this year. Future event (Sep 26), Lobster Boil of all the happenings. If you aren’t “spotlight” Committees include Bar (Oct 5), Kid’s Halloween Party getting the weekly updates emailed and Grill (Aug), Finance (Sep), (Oct 26) and our many holiday to you, be sure and let the offi ce Membership (Sep), House (Oct) activities. Keep up to date on these have your correct email. There are also monthly Associate updates, the Associate message board on the ASSOCIATE LIAISONS TO STANDING CLUB COMMITTEES rail deck and the calendar on the

A big Columbia Welcome to our almost 100 new Associate members who have joined COLYC website. this year. This year we are increasing our outreach to get more Associates involved in Remember, getting involved Columbia activities. Thanks to the members who volunteered to help Associates learn and maximizing your Columbia more about various Club opportunities. experience starts with you! So Paul Uhl cruisingfl [email protected] Cruising Fleet please attend Club parties and events, sign up for committees, host Robin Scrofani [email protected] Skipjacks events on the Abby and generally Sarah Tromans [email protected] Bar and Grill just introduce yourself to other Nick Brait [email protected] House members in the bar and dining Phillip Klein fi [email protected] Finance room. Thanks again to the various Jeff Vander Meade [email protected] Website, Columbia members (listed at left) who have Culinary Cup and Binnacle volunteered to help other Associates Lynne Crowley [email protected] Red Sky Night and get information about how to get Leukemia Cup Regatta involved. And, fi nally, I hope to meet Tom Besore [email protected] Business Networking you on the Abby. Bruce Chappelear [email protected] Activities, Fleet Review, Membership And for all sailing, racing, boats or other “On the Water” activities contact either Lisa DeSantis [email protected] Hunter Ratliff [email protected]

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BY DR. SCOTT JOHNSON FLEET SURGEON AND CLUB SECRETARY From the Medicine Chest [email protected]

Anyone who spends any time on any your doctor. Thorough cleaning reduces switch to adhesive-free dressings or boat will inevitably walk away with a the risk of infection and tetanus. To clean sterile gauze held in place with paper bump, bruise or scratch. Minor cuts and the area around the wound, use soap tape, gauze roll or a loosely applied elastic scrapes usually don’t require a trip to and a washcloth. There’s no need to use bandage. These supplies generally are the emergency room, yet proper care hydrogen peroxide, iodine or an iodine- available at pharmacies. is essential to avoid infection or other containing cleanser. GET STITCHES. A wound that is complications. These guidelines can help. APPLY AN ANTIBIOTIC. After you more than 1/4-in (6 mm) deep, is gaping STOP THE BLEEDING. Minor cuts clean the wound, apply a thin layer of or jagged-edged and has fat or muscle usually stop bleeding on their own. If an antibiotic cream or ointment such as protruding usually requires stitches. they don’t, apply gentle pressure with a Neosporin or Polysporin. The products Adhesive strips or butterfl y tape may hold clean cloth or bandage. Hold the pressure don’t make the wound heal faster, but a minor cut together, but if you can’t continuously for 20 to 30 minutes and they can discourage infection and help easily close the wound, see your doctor elevate the wound. Don’t keep checking your body’s natural healing process. as soon as possible. Proper closure within to see if the bleeding has stopped Certain ingredients in some ointments can a few hours reduces the risk of infection. because this may damage or dislodge the cause a mild rash in some people. If a WATCH FOR SIGNS OF INFECTION. clot that’s forming and cause bleeding rash appears, stop using the ointment. See your doctor if the wound isn’t healing to resume. If blood spurts or continues COVER THE WOUND. Bandages or you notice any redness, increasing fl owing after continuous pressure, seek help keep the wound clean and keep pain, drainage, warmth or swelling. medical assistance. harmful bacteria out. After the wound has GET A TETANUS SHOT. Doctors CLEAN THE WOUND. Rinse out the healed enough to make infection unlikely, recommend a tetanus shot every 10 wound with clear water. Soap can irritate, exposure to air will speed healing. years. If your wound is deep or dirty so try to keep it out of the actual wound. CHANGE THE DRESSING. Change and your last shot was more than fi ve If dirt or debris remains after washing, use the dressing at least daily or whenever years ago, your doctor may recommend tweezers cleaned with alcohol to remove it becomes wet or dirty. If you’re allergic a booster. Get the booster as soon as the particles. If debris still remains, see to the adhesive used in most bandages, possible after the injury.

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Abby’s Allure Keeps Bringing ’Em In . . .

Tyler Albert is a member of the Susan and Dudley Beyler moved to Steve loves to get on the water as Oasis Sailing Team who welcomes Chicago, and for the last three years much as possible and is also an avid any opportunity to further his love have enjoyed the view of Columbia traveler. of sailing! He hopes that Columbia from their Lakeshore East home. membership will afford him additional They love being on the water and are Maureen Denney loves friendly opportunities to get out on the water anxious to learn to sail. competition. A life-long athlete, she this summer. plays fi eld and ice hockey, softball, David Brown sails on a Frers 36. golf and is ready to learn to sail. Sandra and Joseph Antonelli He wants to spend more time on the Maureen enjoys travel and has enjoyed many events at Columbia at water, so give him a call or buy him recently visited Australia, China and International Food & Wine events. a drink in the bar if you’re looking Scotland. Joseph, call him “Paul,” and Sandy for crew. have always been impressed by John Dorgan is an avid traveler, the food and ambiance. Now they Mara Borkowski loves to spend (47 countries/7 continents) and can enjoy the Abby as much as summer weekends on the water with hopes to meet new friends by they want! friends. Columbia is her new “summer becoming active in the Club’s many home. Mara wants to relocate from activities. Summer plans include Andrea Arey and Tim Perlick the suburbs to Chicago to be closer to watching his granddaughter learn to are very committed to philanthropic the lake and the Abby. sail at Columbia. endeavors and appreciate Columbia’s strong support of the Leukemia & Tamara Conway is a new sailor Colleen Everett is taking sailing Lymphoma Society. They love the who plans to spend as much time as lessons, excited to be on the variety of activities at Columbia and possible sailing this summer. Tamara water and hone her skills with our look forward to spending time sailing. is very handy and looks forward to experienced members. She’s pleased spending days sanding and working to have found that “neighborhood bar” Jon Bak raced two seasons on True on the Club Ship in January. House where she can feel at home. North and now races 25-ft. Ensigns Committee will be pleased! in the UP. John plans to use his Judith and Keith Flachshbart Columbia membership to meet other Patricia Cora has been immersed moved to Chicago last year. Keith sailors and hone his racing and in the Chicago sailing community sailed J24s for years, and now they cruising skills. since 2002, having served on Race rent a boat out of Belmont. They Committee for many years. When believe a sail to the Club for lunch Eleanor Barbee was introduced Patty is not spending time with her will be the perfect short “destination to Columbia by friends. Growing up friends at Columbia, she enjoys her cruise” for them. sailing, she wants to get involved pet bunny, Clooney. in the Chicago sailing community. Brittney Fiala and her fi ance, Chad, Eleanor brings her “non-judgmental Monique and Robert “Bert” Davis enjoy spending time on their power taste in wine” to the Club. together with their six-year-old boat, Top Shelf II, a 30-ft. Bayliner. daughter, Kamilah, can’t get enough Look for their boat dog, Madden, Katie and Michael Blanchard keep of spending time on the water. They when they motor down to the Club on busy with their three girls: Abby, Belle sail with friends and family on Tail’s weekends. and Harley. In their free time they Dragon and Mise En Place. enjoy spending time on Bernard, their Leslie and Ed Finn have already 36-ft. Catalina, moored in Monroe Steve Davis is one of Columbia’s wowed us at the docks with their Harbor. many United Airlines employees, and gorgeous, Morgan 36 red sloop, no stranger to the Club. He’s been Sweet n Low. This beauty is sure to visiting with friends for several years. be a Monroe Harbor head-turner!

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Ask Ed about growing up sailing the play. Elliott brings a great spirit of Jemima. She inherited his love for currents on the Niagara River. Can adventure to the Club. sailing, and they both look forward you say, “constant tacking?” to quality time on the water. Jane and Jeff Hoswell are racers David Goebel translated his who just bought a 46-ft. Nelson Stephanie Linares and Ian experience of racing since he was 10 Marek sailboat (formerly known as Hood were married at the Club in into a regular crew spot on Tequila Fine Line) which they christened June so the Abby has extra-special Mockingbird. He plans to fully enjoy Skye. This year it’s “friends and meaning for them. Ian told us his the club after visiting the Abby socially family” racing; but next summer they nickname is “Vila” for his handyman for several years. plan to get serious. Watch out, racers! skills, so be on the watch, House Committee! Janet and Dennis Hansen won Meredith Jackson always loved their membership at our Prospective boats and is taking sailing lessons in Jill Lambert has been taking sailing Member event. They are quite our adult sailing program. She spent lessons right around Columbia for active at Jackson Park Yacht Club, her childhood living next door to a some time, all the while keeping where Dennis is the immediate past wooden boat builder. Perhaps that an eye on the Abby. She’s fi nally commodore. December’s Child, a was the impetus for loving sailing and decided to come on board to enjoy C&C 29 moored in Jackson Park boats so much. the sailing and social opportunities. Harbor, keeps them sailing. Eric Jochum has wanted to be a Peter Leonard decided to join David Hardnett has lived and member of a yacht club since he Columbia on the recommendation of worked in Shanghai and Paris. Home started sailing at the age of eight some friends. Peter brings an energy now in Chicago, he is excited to take years old. He sails on Defi ance, but if that translates into a passion for Basic Keelboat certifi cation classes they’re not racing Eric would love to sailing and boating. He’s excited to this summer. With his new-found crew with other members, so be sure be part of the friendly atmosphere at knowledge, he’ll make great crew! and look him up. Columbia.

Liz and Jerry Haberkorn used to run Steve Joung joined Columbia to Ann Farrell Lucas and Ken Lucas by the Club Ship day after day, and learn as much as possible about discovered Columbia just by driving Jerry recalled lunches he’d enjoyed racing. He hopes to spend time by. Their 55-ft. Sea Ray, Namaste, here with a friend years ago. One day with seasoned racers to hone his moored in Belmont. Ann and Ken he decided to stop in and ask for a skills. He’s defi nitely come to the think our location is the perfection tour. The rest, as they say, “is history.” right place. destination to better explore the city.

Andrew Hendricks heard about Bob Karpiak grew up on boats Tom McCarter grew up sailing on Columbia through friends. The in New Buffalo and is excited to his dad’s Tartan 30, Genuine Draft. friendliness of members was a expand his skills and get more into He hopes to get back into sailing now plus for him and he wants to bring sailing. He is an investor in Revolution that he’s living and working in the more “youth” to the club. He enjoys Brewing in Logan Square and city. If you’re looking for eager crew spending time on the Abby with other anticipates an equal split of his during the Beer Cans this year, Tom’s new members around his own age. leisure time between there and the your guy. Club this summer. Elliott Hoopes has lived in Chicago for eight years and taken advantage Michael “Bart” Korbel moved of much that the city has to offer, from Australia to the US fi ve years with the exception of sailing. Now ago, bringing with him his love for she plans to get on the water and sailing as well as his daughter,

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Pete McLiverty grew up sailing Addison Poppas is no stranger Barbara and John Stewart have on Lake Champlain; now he sails to Columbia. He’s been spending looked at the Abby for years from on Cloudsplitter, an Islander 36 he time here with his dad, Jim Poppas, their boat, Hakuna Matata, a 28-ft. shares in a fractional sailing program. and step dad, Ken Green. Nice as Catalina (another for the growing Pete jumped right in to the Corinthian spending time with parents can be, Catalina fl eet!) moored not far from spirit at Columbia, volunteering his with his own membership Addison the Club Ship. Both plan to jump right time and boat for Skipjacks this year. can hang with friends on his own. in, becoming active with our Cruising Fleet. Kathryn Meyers and Bryan Jonathan Poppas (yes, they’re Lorence are new members who brothers) is also a familiar face on the Robin and Robert Wagner have enjoyed events at Columbia for years Abby. He enjoys spending time with been coming to the Abby for years with friends. Now they can entertain his family aboard Collective Aspiration, with friends. Living right across the customers and friends on the Abby, moored in Du Sable, but welcomes street and running a sailing business, as well as onboard Copperline, their the freedom his own membership will Sloop City Sailing, the time was 24-ft. power boat moored in Belmont give him to spend more time on the perfect to join. Bob hopes to fi nd Harbor. Club Ship. more time to sail for pleasure.

Courtney Milewski and Bill Bishop Lauri and Gareth Reeves were Ann Wheeler and Gene Evans have just purchased a Catalina 36, new sailboat owners last year with heard about Columbia from Gene’s moored in Monroe Harbor. Bill does their Hunter 32 Solairus. They were co-workers at United Airlines. They Beer Can and weekend racing with introduced to Columbia when their look forward to getting involved in friends. They travel quite a bit for son, Dylan, enrolled in the youth the many activities at Columbia, both both business and pleasure and look sailing program. And now, two years on the Club Ship and out on the lake forward to using their reciprocity to later, they decided it’s time for them with other sailors. explore different yacht clubs. to enjoy Columbia, too. Mary Ann Wilkens and Peter Kelly Nelson Konstantin Selikhov hopes her new describes Hayes enjoy sharing sailing associate membership will give her himself as a super-competitive guy. opportunities to spend more time He loves to race just about anything knowledge, teaching adult sailing on the water this summer. She that moves—from motorcycles to through Sail Chicago. The adoptive has recently completed a keelboat sailboats. He and Brian Angioletti parents of three special needs certifi cation course and is interested own Wired, a Beneteau 40.7, known children and owners of two small in using her new skills to get involved around Columbia as the former Can antique power vessels, they look in the sailing life. Can Deux. forward to socializing with new Bryan Okun follows his own golden Haley Silverman and Justin Rowe friends on and off the water. rule of “living by the Bs”: buffalo moor their 30-ft. Catalina, High Life, wings, bacon, beer and boats! What in Monroe so dock life at Columbia Jason Wirth joined Columbia with more could anyone ask for? It’s will be perfect for them. They’ll fi nd a couple friends and looks forward going to be a wonderful relationship lots of company with Columbia’s to hanging out with them to enjoy because Columbia has all of those growing Catalina fl eet. “Bs” ready and waiting. the great views. Jason wants to Amy and David Stender were help create fun events at the Club Sandro Plamp is an ex pat from literally led to Columbia by their son, (take note, Activities). He sails Germany, who was introduced to Jack, who has been in Sailing Camp competitively on two boats for Columbia by Vince Cushing. He for four years. They, along with their took sailing lessons, and raced a daughter Cody, are loyal Blackhawks MORF. Beer Can on Whisper. They placed fans. Amy looks forward to joining fi rst and he was instantly hooked on Jack in the sailing ranks. sailing. Now he’s just looking for crew opportunities.

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