April 2004 FBYC Web Site: http://www.FBYC.net From the Quarterdeck but another small step towards im- proving the quality of our race David Hazlehurst, Commodore committee work. It is still four weeks before Opening One larger step occurred when 8 Day and the Club is already a hive members attended a two day Ad- of activity. vanced U.S. Sailing Race Officer On the weekend of March 20 there training meeting at Hampton YC was a first session of Race Commit- March 6-7, a write up on this is on tee training with 21 attendees, 6 of the club web site. whom could be classified as new- Amongst other signs of Spring, was comers. The biggest challenge for the Clean-up organized by Chip the trainers was keeping the large and Jane Hall who are in a close tie Spring Clean-Up cardboard props in place for the out- with the Stoakleys for indefatigable door practice session. Photo: Kelly O’Toole members of the year. On the following day, Sunday The 2004 Sailing Season Saturday, March 27 was a day to March 21, Nancy and Sam Stoakley Is Finally Here! dream about, and a latter day record put on an excellent brunch for the 62 members helped, including a John M. Buhl, III 2004 Bermuda High Party, with 87 number of younger as well as new Vice Commodore attendees. Observations included and prospective members. As well ages ranging from Mason Chapman Your Sailing Events Staff has been as trimming hedges, spreading at less than one year old, on up to busy since last November planning mulch and general clean-up, a boat who knows where, a good number an exciting and packed 2004 Rac- rack was repaired and at least two of new and prospective members. ing, Cruising, Junior, and Training members further developed their And the effortless way the Stoakleys Schedule. By now, I hope you have window cleaning skills. have of finding kitchen help. had a chance to review the schedule Those who missed the opportunity either on the web site, or in the new A second Race Committee training to help prepare the grounds will sailing book. I think you will agree, session was held at Retreat Hospital also notice the freshly painted we have an awesome schedule! on Sunday, March 28 with 18 atten- white fence and the newly painted Special thanks goes to two groups dees. All the telephone calls our two Junior Storage shed. And lunch was of people who have worked hard Division Commanders made helped served by two of our closest mem- and will continue to work hard to attract a total of 16 newcomers to bers, Andy and Evelyn Turner. make this season successful. First, these training sessions, not a lot the Division Commanders and each given that 140 members were called, For those who have yet to visit our of their respective staff members. Board Highlights........................... page 2 larger club this year, as well as the These folks have been very busy for Membership .................................. page 2 obvious improvements outside the the last three or four months writing Sydnor Memoriam........................ page 4 clubhouse, you will be pleasantly NOR’s, coordinating schedules Cruising Plans for April & May... page 4 surprised with the inside of Fan- with other yacht clubs, planning Wednesday Night 2004 Schedule page 5 nie’s House and the rebuilt docks. training programs, and soliciting an PHRF Rule Changes..................... page 5 army of volunteers to run and man- Moseley Memoriam...................... page 6 The middle pier is all but complete except for power and water, like- age our busy sailing schedule. The History .......................................... page 6 second thank you goes to the army Opening Regatta Party................ page 10 (Continued on page 3) (Continued on page 3) 1 Board Meeting Highlights available, the committee will meet and Membership come up with recommendations for Meeting called to order at 6:05p.m. by paying for the new property and the FINAL APPROVAL: Vice Commodore Jay Buhl. initial work that is recommended. Dr. & Mrs. Ronald B. David; Mr. & REAR COMMODORE – LUD DOCKS – The drysail hoist will be Mrs. John A. Hubbard; Mr. & Mrs. KIMBROUGH serviced before the J-29 Regatta. Eric Dennis R. King; Mr. & Mrs. David L. SECRETARY – John Wake announced Powers is overseeing the dock repairs Monday that 16 members have not paid dues/fees and he reported that our contractor, or signed up for bank draft as of March Richard Callis, is rebuilding all of the APPLIED FOR MEMBERSHIP: 11. Final Notices will be mailed on east dock, approximately one-third of March 22. the middle dock and re-decking ap- Mr. & Mrs. Michael W. Dale, 4107 proximately one third of the west dock. Stuart Avenue, Richmond, VA, 23221. FINANCE – Mason Chapman reported Duke Marine Construction will make Mike and Becky are long-time sailors that the Finance Committee is waiting the electrical repairs on the docks. The and racers. Mike was one of the foun- for the Short Range Planning Commit- Fishing Bay dock will be repaired in ders of Urbanna Creek Yacht Club and tee’s report and once that information is accordance with the plans approved at served as Commodore in 1988 and the February Board meeting. Callis 2003. He has served on the PHRF of expects to have the work finished by the Chesapeake Board of Handicap- 2004 the end of March. Dick Cole reported pers for almost 20 years. Mike and FBYC Officers Becky are the owners of Juggernaut, a on the drysail hoist area. Richard Callis Commodore will remove the concrete slab to un- J-27, and a Yankee Dory 17. Mike has David Hazlehurst cover the area so that the conditions been competing in FBYC events for underneath can be inspected to deter- some years and enjoys the level of mine how best to make repairs. Dick competition. Sponsors: Michael W. expects temporary repairs to be made Karn; David S. Hinckle. that should last for several years. Mr. & Mrs. Thomas L. Lissenden, Vice-Commodore GROUNDS – Chip Hall advised that 3301 Parkwood Avenue, Richmond, John M. Buhl Brandy has removed the trees and the VA, 23221. Leroi is a former member existing fence along the east boundary. of FBYC (8/88 – 2/91) and is known He, Brandy and John Koedel are trying as an avid racer up and down the Bay to determine the equipment needed for (out of Urbanna Creek Yacht Club). maintenance of the property. Equip- He was a member of the Rappahan- ment needed for maintenance will be nock Sailing Association, which Rear-Commodore rented for now. Spring Clean Up Day is sought to raise and expand the level of Lud Kimbrough, III March 27. racing on the Rappahannock. He is anxious to re-join FBYC where he will WINTER PROGRAMS – Nancy and compete in Voodoo Chile, a Tripp 33, Sam Stoakley have planned a brunch to and support the offshore racing pro- be held at the club on March 21. At gram. Sponsors: Robert R. Rock; least 40 people attended the North Sails Alexander Alvis, III. Seminar on February 28 (10-12 from FBYC). The Leukemia & Lymphoma Dr. & Mrs. James F. Londrey, 202 Treasurer Society of Maryland is presenting a Hillwood Avenue, Richmond, VA, Paul W. Howle, III “Toasting and Tasting” on Thursday, 23226. Jef and J.B. are long-time sail- March 25, that will include a celebra- ors and Jef has participated in many tion and tribute to Gary Jobson for his sailing events at FBYC. They own induction into the America’s Cup Hall Windsurfers now but are in the market Secretary of Fame and his enduring commitment for a one-design fleet boat. They have John B. Wake, Jr. to hope and cures for all persons fight- a summer home at Porpoise Cove and ing blood cancers. look forward to teaching their chil- VICE COMMODORE – JAY BUHL dren, Ann (age 9) and Jed (age 7) to sail. Sponsors: John G. Koedel, III; FLEET CAPTAIN – Lori Moyer is Lydia J. Strickland. preparing the information to be sent to the Coast Guard relating to our larger Mr. & Mrs. Michael M. Massie, 4 events. Hampton Stock Farm Lane, Washing- Log Streamer ton, VA, 22747. Mike and Toni have Steve Gillispie OFFSHORE DIVISION – Randy Alley reported that eight FBYC mem- (Continued on page 3) (Continued on page 3) 2 (Board Highlights continued from page 2) seven years and has been racing his own more training. Crew Training, Race bers attended the US Sailing Advanced Beneteau 301 for two years. He has raced Committee Training, and Mr. Roberts Race Management Seminar on March 6 in some FBYC regattas. Brad and Izumi Training, all in anticipation of spring and 7 at Hampton Yacht Club. Seven sat have both taken several boating/racing arrival, and the new sailing season. I for the club race officer certification courses and Izumi is more interested in encourage you to take advantage of exam and one for the regional race offi- cruising. She served as Secretary for Ur- these exciting opportunities. cer certification exam. This year the banna Creek Yacht Club for one year. Okay, now for why we are all Leukemia Cup Regatta will feature a Sponsors: David B. Clark; Alexander here…..Sailing. The Division Staff silent auction and a live auction. Robin Alvis, III. have done a great job developing the Thompson will provide the entertain- schedule and organizing staff to man- ment. RESIGNATIONS: age the events. We now need sailors. CRUISING DIVISION – Tony Sa- Ms. Jennifer Branflick; Mr. H. Hobbs This reminds me of the movie called kowski will prepare an article for the Goodwin; Mr.