From the Helm

HILLSBORO INLET SAILING CLUB June 2019 Lighthouse Point, Florida

From The Helm Inside This Issue By Jeff Sussman Commodore From the Helm 1-2 Paradox Upcoming Events 3 HI to Palm Beach Regatta 4 Hello sailors, Nederlanden Race & Father’s Day 5-6 I was thinking Independence Day Cruise & Form 7-9 back to the early days of my first Beer Can Racing 10 sailboat, a 1978 18ft Bayliner Buccaneer. Look- General Meeting Program 11 ing at this old picture, I don’t know what I miss more, the boat or my hair. LOL. But seriously, at Racing 12 that time I had very little knowledge of sailboat Member Biz Card Ad Renewals 13 racing other than hearing news reports about the America’s Cup. I was very content to just be Soundings 14 able to sail from point A to point B and if it in- Club History Project 15-16 volved tacking to windward, it was probably easier to go somewhere else. In the times of the Club Classifieds 17-21 great sailing ships without auxiliary power you Sponsor Advertising 22-24 had no choice. Learn, or never return... Calendar of Events 25-26 In the decade that I have been a member of HISC I have been involved in racing program, Sailing Humor 27 first as crew on Michael Carrington’s 370 Swede Susimi and finally for the last eight years as skipper on my own Beneteau 331 Paradocs.

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For the first couple of years on Paradocs, we trailed the JAM fleet. Well maybe trailed, is probably an exaggeration, but we usually finished, sometimes even on the same day! Progress and improvement comes slowly but surely with racing. I can honestly say that there is no better way than racing to hone your sailing skills, sailing to windward, down- wind, or just maneuvering in close proximity to other vessels. Its all about control, tim- ing and learning to sail your boat. Sometimes frustrating at first, but very satisfying in the end. And remember, there is no better debriefing than the after-race party, lots of fun, drink, food, and good advice. And just maybe... a trophy!

So, if you have tried racing and feel frustrated don’t give up. If you haven’t raced yet, join our Gunkhole Fleet for our Sunday Spring & Fall Series Races. Or better yet, sign up for the upcoming Nederlanden Coastal Race and stay for the after-race Father’s Day overnight at the Bahia Mar. Don’t forget, there is nothing better than a sunset race in our Beer Can Series on Wednesday nights. Racers can be cruisers and cruiser can be racers.

Remember in racing persistence really pays off. So, join us and “Let’s Go Racing...”.

Jeff Sussman, HISC Commodore 2019-2020 - Paradocs

BOAT US MEMBERSHIP Boat US membership dues are $30.00. Since we have a group membership; current HISC Members as well as any new HISC Members in 2016 should only pay $15.00. Our Group Number is GA83724S If you need any additional information call me, Tim Leonard, Boat US Coordinator at (754) 367-1085 or e-mail to [email protected]

The Club Purpose The purpose of the Hillsboro Inlet Sailing Club is to develop, encourage, promote, and stimulate interest in sailing, and to encourage the fellowship and camaraderie associated with sailing and sailors in the Hillsboro Inlet area from Palm Beach to Miami and beyond.

Membership An application for membership in HISC may be obtained from membership chairperson Dale Kern at (954) 864-9791 ([email protected]) or by contacting any club member. There is a $30.00 initiation fee and annual dues of $150 (family), $125 (single), are payable upon joining and every January thereafter. After June 30, the dues are 75.00 (family) or $62.50 (single) for the rest of the current year for new members.

Monthly General Meeting The Hillsboro Inlet Sailing Club holds a monthly membership meeting generally on the second Thursday of each month, 7:00pm at the Lighthouse Point Yacht and Racquet Club, 2701 N.E. 42nd Street, Lighthouse Point, Tel: (954)942-7224. Please check the monthly calendar or call the editor for any changes in the meeting dates, times, or locations.

Upcoming Events HISC 2019 Governing board

Date Event Commodore Jeff Sussman Vice Commodore Dale Kern 06/06/2019 Board Meeting Rear Commodore Paul Alcock 06/13/2019 General Meeting Past Commodore Bob Schuldenfrei Treasurer Sherry Sussman 07/06/2019 Thank a Vet Day Sail Secretary Jeff Keiser 07/11/2019 Board Meeting Two Year Directors Christeen Pozniak Michael Sparks 07/18/2019 General Meeting One Year Directors Jeff Miskin Katie Sparks

Staff Commodore Doug Knickerbacker

Races, Regattas & After Race Parties Schedule Date Race Hosts 06/02/2019 Spring Series 9 & 10 Barbara & Jim Wallace

06/05/2019 Beer Can Race

06/08/2019 West Palm Beach Race West Palm Sailing Club 06/12/2019 Beer Can Race

06/19/2019 Beer Can Race

06/26/25019 Race Time in Abaco

07/10/2019 Beer Can Race

07/17/2019 Beer Can Race

Cruising Calendar MONTH DAY(S) EVENT HOSTS LOCATION

June 15-16 Father’s Day Cruise Bahia Mar

July 4-6 Independence Day Esprit Du Vent, Eximi- Bahia Mar us, Wind Punk 3

Please join Esprit du Vent, Windpunk, and Eximius to celebrate the

4th of July with food, fun and friends!!! This year’s destination will be Bahia Mar Resort Marina where you can see some of the best fireworks Florida has to offer.

$1.25/ft./night (2-night minimum) + $10.00 for 30 amp/$15.00 for 50 amp + tax Thursday, July 4 5:00 PM Cocktails at the Captain’s Quarters. There will be a con- test and perhaps a patriotic sing along. Then enjoy a pot-luck dinner with the hosts providing dessert. At 7:00 PM gather to watch fireworks. Friday, July 5 Day Sailing and/or hanging out by the pool. Dinner cruise aboard the Jungle Queen – departs at 6:00 PM. This is by reservation and pre-payment.

Saturday, July 6 Day Sailing with vets and 1st Responders. Pot luck dinner at the Cap- tain’s Quarters.

Sunday, July 7 The hosts will provide bagels & coffee at 9:00 AM.

Show us your American Pride! Prizes will be awarded for the most patriotic Sailor.

Here is what you need to do:

RSVP to Paul Alcock [email protected] or Bob Schuldenfrei at [email protected]

Fill out the attached form and return to Stephanie Fot (Bahia Mar) by e-mail to [email protected] or via fax (954)627-6356. Please reserve your spot early and mention HISC.

Thank Veterans & 1st Responders July 6th. 2019

As part of the July 4th Independence Cruise, we’re hoping that some Club members will be take 1st Responders & Vets on a Day Sail from Bahia Mar—returning to Bahia Mar for a social.

How this will work and what you can do to help make it a great event.

The plan is simple:  Build a list of boats that are willing to host one or more Vets / 1st Re- sponders (Guests) for the Day Sail—So, if you are going to be at the Bahia Mar on July 6th. and want to take part (we’re hoping for about 10 boats to participate in the Day Sail.) Please contact me letting me know how many Guests you wish to Host.  I will reach out to local Vets and 1st Responders inviting them for the Day Sail. If you know a Vet or 1st Responder you could invite them as Guest directly.  As Guests come forward, I’ll spread them out between the Host boats, informing the hosts of names, contact info etc.  Hosts should contact the Guests and arrange for meeting them at the Bahia Mar. We will arrange parking permits for the Guests.  About 10am the hosts boats will set out with their guests for a Day Sail out of Port Everglades (or area of their choice!)  About 3pm, the hosts boats should return to Bahia Mar, the social will start at 4:30pm—it’s a BYOB and something to share pot luck social.  The social will end at 7pm, guests departing or returning to their host boats to continue the typical club social.

What can you do?  If you are going and want to host a guest(s) contact Paul  If you want to help at the social—contact Paul  If you want to help manage this event—contact Paul

My contact info: Paul Alcock - Rear Commodore Ph. 954-736-7114 Email: [email protected]

Got Questions? Please contact me. Thanks. Paul Alcock.

More Beer Can Racing

Despite the Police Presence at the Inlet (quite a cafuffel last week) Come one, come all. It is that time of year again. Mus- ter at the HI Sea Buoy for a 7 pm start on Wednesday night. Be prepared for a "rabbit start" and a lot of fun. But, keep an eye on your email for possible weather cancellation. It is looking good!

See you on the water.

Chip Packard Beer Can Racer

Club Program June 13th 2019 By Peder Sahlin—Program Chair https://www.facebook.com/reefinstitute.org/

Our June presentation is “Protecting our Florida Reef” presented by Charlie Grego- ry. Charlie is a Veterinarian (VET) at Reef Institute, Former senior aquarist at Miami Seaquarium, and Studied at University of Florida College of Veterinary Medicine.

The Reef Institute, formerly Healthy Aquatics Marine Institute, is a marine science not- for-profit, on a mission for coral conservation through education, research, and restora- tion. The Reef Institute began with a goal to enhance the public’s understanding of the value and importance of our marine environment through education, research, and per- sonal experiences. Since that time we have grown to reach almost 3,500 children in school settings monthly, conduct research on the health of local coral, and continue with a desire to connect all we encounter with the importance of the ocean and the life that resides under the waves.

I think all our members have a vested interest in our local waters, not only what is on the surface that we sail on but also the health of what is underneath that surface. I hope that you will join us to understand the condition of our local reefs and what can be done to protect them moving forward.

Let’s welcome Charlie at the General Meeting—June 13th.

11 Racing—A New Year Michael Sparks —2019-2020 Race Chair

Our 2019 Racing season is in full swing. In our fourth weekend of racing (May 5th) 7 boats braved the windy conditions with Endurance, Third Tri, Fandago and Contrails all picking up firsts in their respective fleets. Six different boats have won a leg of the series showing the fleets are very competitive! The full results for each series race are posted on the HISC website. The next few weeks will be busy ones for the racers with one more Spring Series weekend, our first two Coastal Races, the Beer Can Races and The Hospice Regatta. Here are the HISC race dates through June:

Hospice Regatta: May 18th (https://trustbridgefoundation.org/event/regatta/) Spring Series: June 2nd West Palm Beach Race: June 8th (1st Coastal) Bill Nederlanden Race: June 14th (2nd Coastal) Beer Can Series: Wednesday evenings from May 1st to Aug 7th

The Coastals are great events for both racers and cruisers. These are “point to point” long distance events so the emphasis is more on navigation (cruisers) than tight quarters boat handling. If crossing a start line with a dozen other boats makes your heart race and palms sweat – the Nederlanden race is for you. Each boat will have a starting time assigned according to its rating so in theory – you will start by yourself! Sign up online for the West Palm Beach Race (http://www.regattanetwork.com/event/18335) and don’t forget to get dinner tickets for your crew. Send me (Michael Sparks) an email or IM if you plan on racing in the Nederlanden Race. See the flyers in the inlet/ outlet for more details on both races or contact me if you have any questions.

Congratulations to The Rabbit and Windpunk for representing HISC on the winner’s stand in the Miami to Key Largo Race. Carl Wehe sailed The Rabbit to two first place finishes in PHRF Division 2 and Dale Kern picked up a second in the ARC Division 3. Check out Michael Peteler’s YouTube channel (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCt- IQawJa-PqgSQlIE6HQAA) for some great regatta videos.

See you on the water!

Michael Sparks 2019 HISC Race Chair

Club Member—Commerical Ads

By Paul Alcock—Inlet Outlet Editor

Club Members Business Card Advertisement in the Inlet Outlet are just $100 per year.

It’s time to renew your Club Member Business Card Advertise- ment .

Biz card Ads are $100 per year.

If you have not renewed your Biz Card Ad, Please send your check to:

HISC—Biz Card Ads Post Office Box 5241 Lighthouse Point, Florida 33074-5241

Include a new Business Card if you wish to update your Ad or if you are submitting a New Business Card Ad.

Alternately, bring your card and check to the General Meeting on June 13th at the Light House Point Yacht Club.

Thanks.

Paul Alcock Inlet Outlet Editor

The Hillsboro Inlet Soundings are provided by Jack Holland, we hope you find them useful when Navigating the Inlet

Jack Holland Chairman Hillsboro Inlet District Staff

Club History Project. More Articles online at hisc.org By Bob Schuldenfrei—Past Commodore

Story: 052 – Basic White Slacks Teller: Sharon Holland Basic White Slacks You’ve heard that the difference between men and boys Is mainly the difference in the price of their toys. The wife of a Skipper knows this all too well, As dear little wifey would secretly tell. Our young lady was wooed by a suitor most frantic Who showed not a sign he’d be a sailing fanatic. Before they were married, he made promises great But then came the sailboat – oh, cruel fate! Pearls and cashmeres at birthdays often abound, But for her – sweat shirts and rain gear are usually found. And in order to add just the right touch of class, He gives a pair of white slacks to his favorite lass. The boat gets equipped for jibes and tacks While little old wifey wears her basic white slacks. She’s pleased as can be to save a fine penny The Skipper is thrilled – now he can buy a new genny. Come holiday time with party invitations Instead of new clothes, she makes innovations. While she dreams of an outfit of heavenly blues Along comes the Outlet – You must pay your dues! So, it’s back to the old, so tired and true The white slacks with a scarf of brilliant hue! A race and a weekend at Old Port Cove! We’ll save on motel bills; We’ll cook on our stove. That should leave a nice sum for an outfit to prance At the Saturday evening dinner and dance. With new and old friends we’ll get better acquainted But – the Skipper demands that the bottom be painted. The Change of Command Ball – this will be really great Everyone dresses fancy for this big date. Visions of long skirts, music, romance, and flattery No! It’s white slacks again. The boat needs a new battery A date with Les Gals to the theater and dine Hey! Maybe a slack-suit’s on sale at Burdines But, alas, the white slacks and a top to make do Cause the halyards and main sheets must be renewed!

Club History Project. Cont’d By Bob Schuldenfrei—Past Commodore

Should a 1st mate just give up and resign? Oh, no! She plans another outfit divine. The money’s in the checkbook, ready and secure She hurries to spend it… no time to demure. As fast as she heads for the fashionable shop It’s not as fast as the Skipper can hop. A backstay adjuster will help win a race And the funds are all gone with nary a trace. So haul out the old white slacks tonight Just be sure your smile is Big and Bright! Whether scrubbing the teak (oh, my aching back!) Or cutting the lawn – yes, it’s the white slacks When hubby cries out – make sandwiches, get beer In just one short hour, we leave from the pier She’s an absolute whiz with the washing machine And she greets the guests in THE slacks – white and clean. Now everything’s done on the boat – how great! She’s perfect from bow to stern at this date With an eye to the next after race affair Wifey plans a new outfit to curl everyone’s hair. But alas and alack, Dame Fortune won’t smile. Skipper says that the boat has sailed its last mile So a new sloop arrives all shiny and waxed And for wifey, it’s back to the old basic white slacks. Summer cruises to the islands – now that’s a real treat We all compare notes on clothes, drugs, drinks, and eats. No fancy new wardrobe like for classy resorts – We may just cut off the slacks and wear them for shorts! To each and every gal in H. I. S. C. The predicament’s the same for you and me. He may have forsaken Mother and Dad But when it comes to the boat – you’ve been had. The basic white slacks will appear evermore To be worn with colorful tops galore. A sailing trophy they’ve become. Just remember – you’re not the only one.

Club Classifieds Have you seen the new Club Classifieds Section of the club Website? The new section allows for a much more detailed listing of your items for Sale, Wanted or For Rent.

To get your items into the Classifieds section of the site ( and an edited edtion here in the Inlet Outlet Newsletter) please send the following to the Classifieds Editor—Paul Alcock  Title of the Item  Type of Classified Ad (For Sale, For Rent, Wanted)  Text to describe the item  Primary Photo (for the Online Classfied Ad)  Additional Photos (for the Inlet Outlet Newsletter)

The Online Classified Ads segment will be update frequently, the Newsletter Ads will only be updated for the following Month.

Please Note: Ads will automatically be dropped on the 1st of the month. So please send a request to extend an Ad for an additional month, before they are dropped. Also, if the item is sold or no longer required, send a request to cancel the ad. Send Classified Ads to [email protected]

The New feature is open to the Public for Viewing: https://www.hisc.org/classifieds

FOR SALE: ISLAND PACKET 31, Hull # 197 -Bot new '89 safe Ocean Vessel- one owner-Yanmar 27 hp diesel (low hours)--Excellent-safe-sturdy -shoal draft (4-feet) full keel.Lots of Equipment & extras:Boat recently hauled, and bottom painted- -Many extras-- Special Discount for Club Mem- bers

CALL DENNIS BERG, @954-296-6422

Club Classifieds Club Classified Note If you have a boat, dinghy or other Marine item to sell, please provide a description, one or two photos and the correct contact information. Deadline for submission is the 15th of the month. Thanks. Paul Alcock—Inlet Outlet Editor

For Sale: Due to Health issues. An exceptional safe seagoing vessel, well cared by original owner. Updat- ed rigging and sails 2007. NO teak decks. New bowsprit. Radar, SSB,VHF, Dinghy Davits, Cabin heater, Lectra-San head. Separate shower stall, Sea Frost refrigeration/ freezer. Recently CSC bottom paint, Hull compounded polished, 3QM30H serviced. A MUST SEE TAYANA 37 1981 Mark II Cutter.

Reasonable offers will be considered. Joe Tosta 954 614-8024.

Club Classifieds—cont’d For Sale: Esprit du Vent, a 1987 Catalina 34, #422.

$32,000. Clean, well equipped, and professionally maintained diesel. 135% jib, main, & asymmetrical spinnaker. Mack -Pack sail cover w/lazy jacks.

Air conditioned, wing keel, 4’ 3” draft, Garmin chartplotter, wind instrument, 2 depth gauges, 2 VHF radios, large bimini w/dodger, shore power, 2 starting batteries, 2 house batteries, shore power, 2 battery chargers, stereo w/cockpit speaker, hot water, 12v refrig- erator, stove.

Full Coast Guard equipment. Had a marine survey in 2018.

Contact: Bob Schuldenfrei, 561/582-3340 or [email protected].

Club Classifieds—cont’d For Sale: 31’ WESTERLY - Berwick, 1975 - Twin Keel – Sloop (#198)

Shoal-draft (3’7”), stable, twin-keel family cruiser for coastal for $15,000 (OBO). UK built to Lloyd’s of London specs, owned by one family, members of Hillsboro Inlet Sailing Club. Yanmar 3GM-30F with low hours. Tillermaster, cruising spares, ex- tra sailing tackle, safety gear, fenders and line. Bow pulpit with 2 anchors. Large cockpit, exterior lockers for scuba gear. Interior re- done (headliner, varnish, cushions). King v-berth, queen and single in main cabin. Portable 4200 BTU AC, wind scoops, sunshades, screens, grill. Bi- mini with zip-in dodger and isinglass- enclosed cockpit. Main with lazy jacks, two jibs, storm/stay sail.

Call Brenda Smith so you can sail to The Bahamas this summer! 561.994.7530

Club Classifieds—cont’d For Sale: Solid 1980 Jack Helms 27' $8900

Very dependable en- gine in an confident and capable 27' sailboat. Several sails included, bottom painted last year.

A little rough looking but, with a little care and attention, she's a very unique and manageable boat. All lines run to the cockpit for single-handed racing if that's your thing. This is not some musty old boat. We sail this boat 2-3 times per month. Comes with over-sized dock whips.

Toni Kovac 515-770-1636

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