June/July 2011
Eric Nicholls Commodore [email protected]
Are you se cure? Your personal The line size s and material (nylon) are security, such as a fully funded 401(k), peace- based upon durability and shock absorbing ful coexistence with your neighbors, and a characteristic. Do not use old halyards or meaningful connection with the Creator are sheets, they are probably braided poly none of my business. But the security of your (Dacron), and while durable, poly has virtually boat while on club property is my business. no shock absorbing ability. As such, all of the The Harbor Master (for the un-boated, it is energy of a surging boat is transmitted directly Sandra Ford-Johnson) has the responsibility to to the dock and cleats. By the way, three strand keep the boats stored on the grounds both or- twisted nylon is better than braided for shock derly and safe. This responsibility is carried absorption and is easier to put an eye splice in. out by rules that the club has adopted. The re- cent severe weather has revealed that some Two t h i ng s s h o u l d no t n e e d to be boat owners are not following the rules which said: 1) the lines should be yours and not the relate to security of boats. bitter end of you neighbor’s line, and 2) worn lines should be replaced. Section F, Paragraph 9 says that while in a slip: “Sailboats shall be secured The re are rule s for boats on with minimum of two (2) bow lines, two (2) trailers too. Section F paragraph 11 says that if stern lines and one (1) spring line. The size the boat and trailer are parked, to: “Anchor (diameter) of the lines depends on the size and your boat and trailer to the ground when they weight of the boat. Nylon line of the following are not being used to avoid windstorm dam- minimum diameter shall be used: 3/8 inch di- age, or become a high water hazard.” (Just to ameter for boats under 20 feet, 1/2 inch diam- be clear, boats that are being used need not be eter for boats 20 to 30 feet; and 5/8 inch diam- anchored to the ground.) My first boat was a eter for boats longer than 30 feet. If the boat is 19’ O’Day mariner that I purchased from Mark heavy for its size or has unusual windage, con- (Continued on page 2) sider increasing the line diameter.”
Me mbe rs with a boat on a moor- Fr o m t h e He l m (Continued from page 1) ing should review the rules that apply to them. Rohl. I was fortunate enough to be assigned Please read Section F paragraph 10. the same parking space he had occupied which had a screw anchor on each side of the boat Eve ryone should re ad the directly below the chain plate. When properly “Conditions” of the Boat and Trailer Storage parked, a short piece of line from the anchor Agreement. The Harbor Master is not shy could be tied around the base of the shroud about informing you of your failure to follow lines. I can attest that this arrangement does the rules and won’t hesitate to kick you out of secure the boat. While trying to pull away your assigned spot. The lack seamanship by once, I discovered that the resistance was not some owners is excusable; failure to follow the because I forgot to remove the wheel chocks. I rules is not. explained to Betty that I was just testing the system and had determined it was adequate.
Maximum of 5 entries per person only 2 per category. Categories: 1) Sailboats or Sailing Photographs may be in color or black and 2) Landscape white and must be printed on 8 x 10 or 3) People smaller. Photographs do not need to be framed. (Keep in mind, size & quality of 4) Wildlife printing will enhance your photos presenta- Anyone affiliated with CYC or any of our tion. sponsored events can enter the contest. Contestant’s name, address, phone number Photo should be original and taken by the and category must be printed on the back entrant. of the printed photo.
Photos for contest should focus on CYC Photos will be judged on technical merit club racing, sailing, events and the club and composition. For technical merit judg- grounds. es may check to see if the photo is well There will be 2 awards per category and a framed, properly exposed, sharp and clear. “Best of Show” judged by professional pho- For composition, judges will evaluate that tographers, as well as a “People’s Choice the photo features a recognizable center of Award.” interest, action, imagination and creativity.
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Catered by Buddy’s Bar-B-Que Pulled Pork, Hamburgers, Hot Dogs, Baked Beans, Coleslaw, Potato Salad Members Bring: A - L Appetizer M-Z Dessert Bring chairs, blankets, or anything else you’ll need to watch the show.
Make your reservations with Calling Committee. Reservation cancellations MUST be received 24 hours before the event.
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Summer is in full gear - the sun is out, And here's a little note for the cheap the wind is here, and the water is more petty thief(ves) who have been stealing and more inviting for those who sail La- our drain plugs: You may have gotten sers. In fact, just south of us a few weeks away with it the first three times, but ago, Ft. Walton Yacht Club held the now it's personal and your unauthor- 2011 Masters North American Champi- ized borrowing (read: STEALING) will onship. Thirty Master sailors came out not be tolerated. to compete in a 10 race weekend with Please return our fleet's four missing sailor Sam Hopkins taking first place. plugs and go buy your own. While you However, of all the exciting dinghy can find drain plugs on a number of events across the US this summer, per- sites, I recently found them on lasersail- haps most engaging is CYC's Wednes- boat.com for anywhere from $4-9 each. day evening series. With months left to The price, of course, depends upon your go, there is still plenty of time and op- boat's year model -- pre-1989, 1989- portunity to get involved. So come on 1997,1998-2001, 02-07, and 08-current -- out and have some fun! Arrive around so be sure to check your serial number 5 PM to rig with races beginning at 6. before making your purchase. Fellow fleet members, times are hard Laser lovers, stay tuned for more infor- and drain plugs are becoming increas- mation on upcoming events for din- ingly scarce. So if you love your drain ghies: Fourth of July, Labor Day, and plug, please remove and stow it some- the Fall Regatta in October. The time is where safe when you are not sailing. here; let's go enjoy the sail!
You can join without actually own- ing a Laser. The fleet is open to all dinghies and each dues-paying fleet member has access to our newly ren- ovated demo boat (free for the first use and $10 every time after that). If you would like to join our ranks, simply email me at: [email protected] and we will add you to our growing list. Dues ($20/year) go toward fleet mainte- nance, refreshments on Wednesday nights, trophies, and the propagation of good times.
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CYC will host a Basic Keelboat Instructor course on Sept 30th - October 2nd. The course will be conducted over three full consecutive days. The cost is $345 (plus membership in US Sailing - $60 per year). There is a discount of $50 for signing up four weeks before the class begins, and an additional discount of $100 if you are already a Level 1 dinghy instructor.
Instructor candidates will be ex- In addition to on-the-water sailing, pected to: you will be tested on marlinspike seamanship, boating safety, com- Singlehand a keelboat. munication and teaching ability, and go through written exams cov- Demonstrate competency in ering general sailing precision boat handling. knowledge. Successful candidates Heave-to will be able to teach the Basic Keel- boat Certification Course at US Docking Sailing Schools, including CYC. Mooring If interested, sign up as soon as you can so that you will receive Tacking your study materials and have summertime sailing reading and Jibing more time to prepare. Registration Reefing forms are on the US Sailing web- site: http://www.ussailing.org/training/ Overboard recovery. calendar/kb_Calendar.asp Backing up, etc.
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Hours: Sunday’s 12:15pm to 1:15pm Location: Clubhouse Lobby
Copies of the current and past Practical Earn one work hour for each library duty Sailor magazines are available in a 3-ring worked. Interested in volunteering for li- binder to the left of the fireplace. They are brary duty? Contact Steve Litherland. Li- on the open shelving and are available to brary duty slots are now full for the high read 24/7. Original issues are only availa- water season. All slots are available start- ble during library hours. The May issue ing in November for anyone interested in features – Norseboat 21.5 review, freshwa- volunteering for the low water season. ter pumps, Lithium-ion batteries, hand Items may be checked out for two (2) held GPS review, portable rail lights, and weeks. To return library items when the the hydrodynamic hull scrubber. The June library is closed, place the items in the issue features the Presto 30 review, bullet book return box under the table near the blocks, propeller antifouling goop, digital phone. charts, teak deck conversions, and marine toilet paper.
June/July Library Schedule: June 26th: Benefield July 17th: Benefield July 3rd: Grimac July 24th: Spong July 10th: Benefield July 31st: Benefield
Ship’s Store is open every Sunday afternoon from 12:15 to 1:15pm.
You’ll find lots of HATS POLO SHIRTS BURGEES LICENSE PLATES Can’t make it during store hours? Contact Social Chair, Pam Brad- shaw (865) 591-3281, (865) 966-5940 [email protected]
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FUN was enjoyed by all on a South of the Border themed Spring overnight cruise last weekend. Through the unu- sual weather we've been experienc- ing, last Saturday and Sunday turned out to be tropically beautiful. Enjoying the weekend sailing, swimming, and re- laxing were Sara Murdock, Mickayla Stogsdill, Apprentice Sea Scout Logan Riggs, and John Walker.
Sara's parents, Mike and Lee Murdock made the trip, along with skipper David Melroy, John Stone and George Hub- bell. The South of the Border theme Back Row, L to R: John Walker, David Melroy, Logan Riggs carried from the pleasant topical weath- Middle Row: Sara Murdock, Mickayla Stogsdill, Lee & Mike Murdock er to the Taco and Spanish Rice dinner Kneeling: John Stone & George Hubbell prepared at sea by the youth. Sea Scouts who excel academically and in ad- Membership in Ship 300 is open to boys AND vancement through the four ranks of the pro- girls ages 14 to 21. If you know a youth who gram are eligible to apply for one of a number may be interested, please have them contact of college scholarships. Every two years there Ship 300 at [email protected] or by is an International Sea Scout Sailing Cup Regat- phone at (865) 980-0879, or contact the Coun- ta held in a different location each time among cil office at 588-6514, ask for Dillan Theg. Sea Scouts from some 20 foreign countries and four regions of the U.S. A U.S. crew must quali- Ship 300 is also interested in CYC members who fy in their region. Several years ago, 300 had a wish to become involved on a regular basis with crew that finished third in this world competition the youth and the ship. Please contact George in their division. 300 would like to see a crew Hubbell to inquire further. meet this challenge and do even better.
Ship 300 is sponsored by CYC and the Boy More can be learned at www.seascout.org, Scouts of America. In 2012, Sea Scouting will www.tnship300.org, and www.seascoutcup.org, be 100 years old in the United States of which or by emailing the Chairmen at 300 is proud to be a part. [email protected] or 865-980-0879.
980-0879 or [email protected]
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Helms 24 $6,500.00
Rigged to race and a pleasure to cruise. 1986 CYC Auxiliary Champion 1985 Snail Darter Champion Numerous other trophies
Original owners Births for 6 6’ standing headroom in saloon Private head (porta-potty) Sink in head Alcohol Stove Sink in galley Sloop Rigged Mylar Main w/ long battens 150% jib 120% jib All running rigging led aft Traveler for main sail 9.9 hp outboard w/ tank Anchor w/chain Whisker pole Many other added features Now on Ft Loudon Lake at Mile 610. Gary Verholek (865) 966-7368 or [email protected]
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Victoria 18 - $2,500.00 1977 Victoria 18 shoal draft sailboat w/ tilt trailer.
New gelcoat patch Thru hull fittings and hoses Running rigging Refinished teak trim, rails, & hatch boards 2010. Includes main & hank on jib. Sails in good to fair condition. All Standing rigging, fittings & hardware included. New carpet, lights, and bracing on trailer. Trailer has new tires and spare.
Ready to step the mast and sail away. Raced her on Loudon a couple of weeks ago. Minor flaws are a few gelcoat chips that happened this season, and one grab rail needs a new screw. Cabin sole has access panel cut out to access thru hulls. It could use some trim and a hatch cover. Excellent day sailer or micro-camp cruiser. Fast, responsive, dry as a bone. Hauls easily behind a Subaru station wagon. Includes docklines and 2 small fenders.
Shane Elliott Call 6-10 pm (828) 713-7159
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Looking for a Headsail for a Newport 27.
Would like to try before buying. Luff cord #6 Luff measurement 35' to 36' 9" Foot 14' to 18' Furling cover also desirable
Dave Murray (865) 310-5715 or [email protected]
9ish Horse Outboard Last fall I had an engine stolen off my boat on the mooring. The official morning period is now over. Mike Whalen (865) 525-1393 or [email protected]
Three Sheets to the Wind… (an intoxicated state)
On a square-rigged sailing ship, a “sheer” is a line attached to the lower corners of a squaresail, used for trimming it to the wind. When the sheets are allowed to run free, the sails lose their wind and flap and flutter. The ship’s forward motion stops, and as she loses steerageway, she be- comes impossible to control. A person is said to be “three sheets to the wind” when in an ad- vanced state of inebriation, fluttering and wallowing around out of control. “Shaking a cloth in the wind” and “being over the bay” are nautical expressions for being only slightly drunk.
When a Loose Cannon Flogs a Dead Horse There’s the Devil to Pay - Olivia A. Isil
June/July 2011 No. 471 10 BOARD MEMBERS 865-531-3707 / 865-599-0751 Commodore [email protected] Eric Nicholls [email protected] May New Members 1st Vice Commodore Brad Russell [email protected] Robert & Karen Vogel 2nd Vice Commodore Children: Aaron, Elizabeth, & Rachel Jeff Gamey [email protected] Sailing: Hunter 22 Rear Commodore Interest: Racing, Cruising, & Day Sailing Ross Ramsey [email protected] Secretary Mackenzie (Mac) Davis Sandra Ford-Johnson Sailing: Catalina 25 [email protected] Interest: Racing, Cruising, & Day Sailing Treasurer Tom Dorsey [email protected] May Resignations - None Assistant Treasurer Piers Vandermerwe [email protected] Members at Large Current Membership Count: 205 Education Ann Zimmerman Active - 169, Senior - 13, Associate - 3, Student - 7, Honorary - 13 [email protected] Membership Openings: 25 Social Inactive - 27 Pam Bradshaw [email protected]
Next Board Meeting: Tuesday, July 12, 2011 CONTACTS
Luff Letter Sandra Ford-Johnson 531-3707 or 599-0751 [email protected] There are no changes to the Rental Policy or Reservation fees since the Clubhouse Reservation Ken Rudolphy publishing of the 2011 Concord Yacht Club (CYC) Member Handbook. 671-3019 The web site and the Facilities Reservation Form are being revised to [email protected] clarify the intended deposit policy and fees. The CYC Member Hand- Harbormaster book, Section G, Pages 4 & 5 will be clari ied at the next writing. Lift/Marine Railway Scheduling Sandra Ford-Johnson 1. "Cleaning Deposit" is replaced by "Use Deposit", to ensure that the 531-3707 or 599-0751 facilities (Clubhouse, or Shelter/Grounds) are used. and left in sat- [email protected] isfactory condition. Phone Committee 2. Use Deposits are applicable to both Clubhouse, and Shelter/ Aggie Swails 966-3165 Grounds reservations. [email protected] 3. All reservations of the Shelter/Grounds are subject to a $25 lat fee for any number of people. www.concordyachtclub.org
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