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WAYPOINTS NAPLES YACHT CLUB

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Essential Club Information

SEASON HOURS

SUMMER HOURS

October 1 through May 31

June 1 through September 30 Friday through Monday

The Helm Coffee & Smoothie Bar Daily, 8 a.m. to 11 a.m., Boaters’ Grille Lounge Closed on Sunday until November 7

The Helm Coffee & Smoothie Bar Daily, 8 a.m. to 11 a.m., Boaters’ Grille Lounge Closed on Sunday, July until November 7

Sunday Brunch Beginning November 7 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Boaters’ Grille

Sunday Brunch 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., through June 26, Boaters’ Grille

Lunch Daily, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., Boaters’ Grille (excluding Sunday)

Dinner Daily, 5 p.m. to 9 p.m., Boaters’ Grille Dinner specials posted on the website

Club closed on Wednesdays

DRESS CODE Club casual: Collared shirt and shorts or slacks; no blue denim

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Reservations: (239) 262-6647 Naplesyc.com Naples Yacht Club App

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From the Commodore’s Bridge

his edition of Waypoints is focused on a remarkable milestone: the 75th anniversary of the Naples Yacht Club. As many of you know, our club was formed before Naples became an incorporated city. And it truly is the result of our founders and the many members who have contributed to our success through their commitments over the years that we have achieved this remarkable milestone. As I was reflecting on the last few years, it became apparent that we have successfully overcome a number of significant challenges. Hurricane Irma in September 2017 left major impacts, and most of the club was closed for construction in 2018, reopening with limited facilities in early 2019. After finally reopening in November 2019, COVID-19 struck and we shut down the club in March 2020. I am certain our founding fathers endured obstacles yet persevered to form the basis for our wonderful Naples Yacht Club. Now, we are ready to completely enjoy the delightful amenities our special club has to offer. This season, we will take numerous trips down memory lane to remember our founders and our extensive history in the Naples community. In modernday fashion, we will also fully enjoy our new clubhouse, fantastic food and beverage offerings, exciting entertainment events, fantastic cruising programs, and the camaraderie of our membership. As the oldest private club in town, Naples Yacht Club’s roots and impacts on the community run deep— and helped build and shape the community into the cultural and environmental beauty that it is today. Our club founders played a role in establishing impactful Naples organizations and neighborhoods. Benjamin W. Morris Jr. founded the Crayton Cove Development Company in 1948. J. Glen Sample created Port Royal, where many of us call home, in 1949. Stephen F. Briggs was instrumental in the creation of the Conservancy of Southwest Florida in 1964.

As time goes on, we continue to build on our traditions of excellence, and today we are both a Platinum Club and a Distinguished Club—the highest level of distinctions. As a result, NYC continues to attract new members and this past year has certainly been no exception. We have welcomed more than 60 new members who share an affinity for all we have to offer: a social calendar brimming with a broad range of celebrations, activities, and educational opportunities, and an appreciation of our waterfront and cruises. This magazine serves as your guide to the anniversary-year social calendar, cruising schedule, and all the other benefits we have as members of Naples Yacht Club. This season, I hope you join us at our many activities and events. No matter how long you have been a member, there is always something new you can experience. On behalf of your board of directors, I would like to thank you for your enthusiastic support of the club since the COVID-19 pandemic hit. Your patience, adaptability, and goodnatured sense of camaraderie enabled NYC to thrive despite the obvious challenges. We are fortunate to have a world-class chef, and a welcoming, service-oriented staff that worked to bring us all together as much as possible. We are very excited about the coming year and hope you will join us at every opportunity to celebrate our 75th anniversary. We have a very special club, so let’s fully enjoy it this year.

Joe McClanathan Commodore

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Diamond on the Gulf: 75 Years of Excellence Explore Naples Yacht Club’s evolution into the area’s premier private club in this comprehensive look back that includes a timeline and vintage scrapbook. Plus: Special anniversary events

10 Snapshots: Commodore Conversations In honor of NYC’s 75th anniversary, past commodores share highlights from their tenures on the bridge, club activities, and fond memories.

26 Tickle Your Palate Matthew Selva’s reimagined wine program delivers new varietals, old favorites, and vintner dinners.

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Crosscurrents Through Time The story behind the club’s one-of-a-kind muraland the artist who made it

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From the Commodore’s Bridge Commodore Joe McClanathan on the noteworthy and the celebratory Manager’s Message Mike Mooney and Brenda O’Connor on the 75th anniversary Club Cuisine Whet your appetite for NYC Executive Chef Michael Katz’s latest creations. Clubs Within the Club Meet new friends who share your pastimes and passions.

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Cruising: Departures and Ports of Call Club cruises guarantee memorable adventures. Explore highlights from recent voyages and check out this season’s scheduled cruises. Member Benefits Dockage, dining, and a whole lot more Social Calendar Calendar of events for 2021-2022 Social Scene A pictorial celebration of members and events

60 Welcome Aboard Meet the newest members.

62 Honoring Our Past Commodores A portrait gallery of NYC’s past leaders

64 Fair Winds

A unique anniversary treasure

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MANAGER’S MESSAGE

Welcome to Waypoints

Mike Mooney, CCM, CCE General Manager Brenda O’Connor Executive Director, Membership

Photo: Sarah Geroy

n the spirit of the camaraderie of our founders—Commodores Stephen F. Briggs, J. Glen Sample, and Benjamin W. Morris Jr.—we thank you for being a member of the iconic Naples Yacht Club. Waypoints provides an insight into the best of what NYC has to offer, as well as a look back at our traditions. This look back is especially meaningful now, as we celebrate 75 years of being an integral part of our community…the oldest and most prestigious private club in Collier County. Naples Yacht Club was built by pioneering members with a strong vision and passion to help build a stronger community. That passion continues to burn bright in our members, who provide leadership and support as advocates for the arts, environment, education, and many more endeavors with an eye towards keeping our community the best place in America to live, work, and play! In this issue, you will find everything you need to know about the 20212022 season. This is your go-to reference guide for information on all your club’s activities, programs, services, and social events. You will also learn about the fun events that we have planned, especially for our 75th anniversary celebration! We firmly believe that Naples Yacht Club would not be one of the top 50 yacht clubs in the world without our professional, dedicated staff, ladies and gentlemen who honor our traditions and who are committed to excellence.

Thank you to Rusty and Libby McKee for the use of Night & Day.

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Diamond on the Gulf: 75 Years of Excellence Naples Yacht Club—established before Naples was incorporated as a city— has set the bar quite high for creating a home away from home brimming with enriching social opportunities and a world-class membership

hroughout the nation, and the world, 1947 marked cultural, political, and scientific milestones that would forever alter society. The Polaroid Land Camera was introduced; the sound barrier was broken; the Cold War began; Everglades National Park was dedicated; and both the classic Frisbee and timeless Miracle on 34th Street premiered. In Collier County, another momentous event was taking place in 1947 when a group of three local community leaders

1949: The town of Naples is incorporated as a city.

Along the Way: A Timeline 1947: Long-time Naples residents Stephen F. Briggs, Benjamin W. Morris, and John Glen Sample establish a private yacht club in the fledgling community. 6

1953: With Naples’ population growth following World War II, the cofounders are focused on building a respectable yacht club and recruit 20 members. Discussion about the needs of members, best amenities, and most sensible location for a permanent home are underway as “sailors versus yachters” share different visions.

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got together and founded the Naples Yacht Club. There’s no doubt that Naples is naturally endowed for nautical pursuits. So, it made sense for club cofounders Stephen F. Briggs, Benjamin W. Morris, and J. Glen Sample to embrace the idea of forming a private club to promote social activities and solidarity among like-minded, seafaring friends. They became its first members—patiently waiting for the local population of 1,400 residents to increase to the point

where a sustainable club could be built. They invited friends and family for informal social gatherings held on the Mangrove King, described in historical documents as “a bizarrelooking craft” owned by Morris that “sported tables on the foredeck and was more of a ‘happening’ than a boat.” It was sent to Miami for the “Arthur Godfrey Show” crew and replaced

1960-1961: The Naples Yacht Club is

1955-1960: The Morris family agrees to donate land on the Naples Bay at 14th Avenue and Seventh Street South to the club. While sailors desire a location at Gordon Pass for quick Gulf of Mexico access, members agree the Naples Bay site provides better protection from hurricanes. Construction on an estimated $100,000 clubhouse with dockage will commence when membership reaches 200.

1960: In January, construction begins. (Everything south of today’s Briggs Room and east of the Main Dining Room is water encompassing deep slips.) On September 10, Hurricane Donna passes over Goodland with sustained winds of 135 miles per hour and bears down on Naples, though it causes only minor damage to the clubhouse. The clubhouse is formally dedicated on December 15.

a charter club in the establishment of the Florida Council of Yacht Clubs, with articles of incorporation filed in 1961. The goal of the council is to encourage: the sport of yachting; club activities; reciprocity between qualified yacht clubs; beneficial legislation; and safety afloat.

1961: The first Commodore’s Ball is held.

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by the two-story barge-like houseboat, Mangrove Queen. She was moored at the south end of 14th Avenue South in a slip that would now be in the middle of the club’s south parking lot. The first annual Fleet Review & Commissioning Ceremony was held that year, commencing Naples Yacht Club’s enduring traditions. Ever since those days—when a houseboat served as meeting and party headquarters— the Naples Yacht Club has literally grown up with Naples. Our members have played key

Along the Way: A Timeline 1960s: The club purchases a 130-x100-foot residential lot that is part of Aqualane Shores (where the current-day south parking lot entrance is today) to expand the site. The club receives permission to dredge and fill more than 100 feet of land to the south and east, enabling future expansion. State-of-the-art, 15-foot-deep seawalls are

roles in its evolution, such as establishing Naples Community Hospital and the Conservancy of Southwest Florida and developing Port Royal, Hole-in-theWall Golf Club, Crayton Cove, and Turnbury. Many have also served the greater good of the country through their military service. Since its inception, Naples Yacht Club mem-

bers have celebrated the traditions of the water and built camaraderie with others who share a passion for sailing, yachting, and cruising. We remain a membership of philanthropists, innovators, industrialists, corporate executives, and visionaries who come together, as the founders did 75 years ago, to celebrate the good life along Naples Bay in a special place like no other. 

installed. The clubhouse is expanded to create the Main Dining Room and Main Brace.

1970s – 1990s: Club membership grows, along with social activities and cruising events. 1997: The Blue Gavel Scholarship Fund is established by past commodores. Since then, more than 700 local students have been awarded over $1.5 million in scholarships to attend college or vocational school.

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75th Anniversary Events Celebrate NYC’s history through storytelling, a history tour, wine tasting, cruise, and camaraderie

Lunch with the Commodores Tuesday, November 16

NYC Past Commodores come together to tell tales and share stories of the years gone by. Enjoy lunch and NYC camaraderie as we relive what it has been like to be a member of the Naples Yacht Club through the years. 11 a.m., Main Dining Room Dress: Club uniform encouraged

NYC Historical Tour & Wine Tasting Tuesday, January 11

Take a trip back in time and a tour through the NYC clubhouse to learn about the rich history and traditions that lie between these walls. Once you return to the present day, join your friends for a wine tasting featuring wines specially selected for NYC’s 75th anniversary. 5 p.m., Main Brace Tour begins at 5:30 p.m. Dress: Club uniform encouraged

75th Anniversary Cruise of the Mangrove King Thursday, April 24

Did you know NYC’s first clubhouse was on the water? The Mangrove King floated in the bay, where the founding members hosted the first NYC parties and meetings. Take in the beauty of Naples’ natural wonders on a relaxing cruise through the same waters as the Mangrove King aboard Miss Naples. The cruise will return to NYC in time for docktails on the South Lawn. Make your dinner reservations in the Boaters’ Grille following docktails! Cruise departs from NYC at 3:30 p.m. Dress: Boating attire

Reservations open Jan. 10 and can be made in the Cruising Calendar. Cruise capacity is limited to 48 members. Docktails on the South Lawn are open to the entire membership, including those who do not join the cruise. Docktail appetizers are complimentary but be sure to arrange dinner reservations to follow in the Boaters’ Grille.

Club Uniform One of NYC’s cherished traditions includes the club uniform. For our 75th anniversary year, wearing the uniform is especially meaningful. For most events, the wearing of the club blazer does not require that the wearer be in full uniform; however, at events where jackets are preferred, please consider wearing your club blazer to celebrate our traditions.

2019: Phase III of the clubhouse remodeling is completed and members are invited back to enjoy the clubhouse’s full amenities.

Late 1990s to 2000s: Many upgrades, expansions, and renovations include the installation of the floating, 89-slip dock system, addition of the Boaters’ Grille and Yardarm, creation of Paul Arsenault’s mural, and improvements to the Dockmaster’s Office during Phase I and Phase II projects.

2020: COVID-19 strikes, and the club goes into lockdown in March before slowly reopening. Club staff pivots to innovate services at the marina, a pick-up Harbor Provisions Menu, an outdoor parade party celebrating three past commodores’ birthdays, focused communications, and virtual Ladies Book Club and Speaker Dinner Series events. Executive chef Michael Katz implements best practices for safely opening dining.

2021-2022: The club embarks on a yearlong celebration of its diamond anniversary with special events and the commissioning of a special painting by Paul Arsenault that will be hung in a prominent location within the clubhouse. Commodore Joe McClanthan becomes the 51st to the take the helm of the bridge.

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Snapshots: Commodore Conversations In honor of NYC’s 75th anniversary, past commodores share highlights from their tenures on the bridge, club activities, fond memories and, of course, being on the water

Creating the Blue Gavel Scholarship

Also, we established the scholarship fund, which was patented after a scholarship fund we had at my golf club, Sankaty Head Golf Club, in Nantucket. The board decided that it would be a good thing to establish to assist the community and NYC staff. Reflections

The greatest thing about the club is the membership; fortunately, we have a terrific membership. It is great to see the continued improvements of the club and we are very fortunate to have a succession of good board members and good commodores. Commodore Wells Martin Jr. (1995)

Wells Martin Jr. retired from a varied career as an executive in the paint, oil, and hospitality industries. With a group of partners, he started the first Holiday

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Commodore G. Burtt Holmes (1993)

Originally from Massachusetts, G. Burtt Holmes and his wife, Ruth, moved to Naples seasonally in 1983. An optometrist for 28 years, he was also involved in venture capital, academia, research, and biomedical engineering. On the Water

I have had sailboats all my life. Ruth and I lived onboard a sailboat in 1984 for a year and cruised from Maine to Florida to the Bahamas and other Caribbean islands. We have also sailed in many different places such as Croatia

and Greece. I have had a sailboat in the British Virgin Islands and St. Lucia for many years. Clubhouse Memories and NYC Tenure

Commodore Bill Pace asked me to develop a long-range plan for the club. So, he, John Bean, and I planned the first expansion of the club for casual dining. Primarily, it was all formal dining. The Yardarm was added as the first casual dining area. During that time, the bylaws were changed, granting full membership to women. At that time, the club was more sailboats than powerboats, which is the reverse now.

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Inn in the Chicago metropolitan area. He moved to the first high-rise in Pelican Bay, the Dorchester, in 1980 with his late wife. He and his wife Marge, another early Pelican Bay resident, enjoy sailing and powerboating. Yachtsmen Gatherings

The docks originally were all wooden. We had them around for many years. When I was on the board, we went to Fort Myers and met with state representatives to ask if we could install floating docks and they said yes. A group from the board went to work and installed the floating docks. It was a tremendous improvement in dockage for the yacht club. Another interesting thing in those days: We had a room set aside in the club for yachtsmen, and we would visit, tell stories, plan trips. That was the beginning of our Boaters’ Luncheon.

We were a very close group, and we did a lot of trips. You Never Know…

We were in Paris meeting two other members of the club. We were in the lobby waiting for our rooms. We were talking about the boat we had just purchased. There was a couple sitting to the side and, all of a sudden, he came over and said, “Pardon me, but I am a boater, and I am very interested in your conversation.” We found out that they lived in Naples but did not belong to the yacht club. It was Bill and Nancye Mowry! When we got back to the States, I got them in as members. (William S. Mowry Jr. served as commodore in 2009.) Wherever you are, when you talk about the yacht club, you never know who might be listening and who might be a candidate to join.

Best Club

It’s hard to believe it’s 75 years old. I think it’s the best club that I’ve ever belonged to. I can’t believe the number of new members we’ve had this year. It’s remarkable. Commodore John P. Debbink (1998)

John and Jo Debbink came to Naples in 1969, when her parents moved here. The couple lived in Oconomowoc, Wis., before becoming Florida residents in 1991. John was both a sailor and powerboater but retired from the seas in 2004. As a life-long boater, he recalls much of his time at NYC making memories on the water. Camaraderie on the Water

When I was fleet captain, we started lunch cruises so people would use their small boats.

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Steven B. and Mary Smith

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Commodore Steven B. Smith (2003)

Steven B. and Mary Smith, lifelong residents of Barrington, Ill., discovered Naples circa 1962. He retired in 1997 from his career as manager of Illinois Tool Works Inc. and then as the director of its foundation. The Smiths have enjoyed a succession of powerboats through the years for cruising renowned water bodies: Great Lakes, Mississippi River, Hudson Bay, Erie Canal, Tombigbee River, St. Lawrence River, Pacific Northwest, and the Atlantic Ocean. Clubhouse Memories

Mary and I had just joined the yacht club. The docks were wooden and the slips did not float. I had acquired a 53-foot DeFever, and we docked it at the club. Our captain was single, lived aboard the boat, and would occasionally ask one of his girlfriends to visit. One day, I noticed one of these friends sunning on the bow of the boat in what I would call the smallest bikini I had ever seen. I told Jack, the captain, that she’d better get off the bow or I might be thrown out of the club, or at least give a gentleman club member, who lived in the high-rise next door, a heart attack.

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Commodore James Miller Jr. (2006)

Commodore Gary L. Yates (2004)

Gary and Sandi Yates moved from Iowa to Naples in 1989. He was the owner and CEO of a concrete business that included mining and sand and gravel operations. The Yates are powerboaters who have cruised the Lake of the Ozarks, Missouri River, and Gulf of Mexico. Representing NYC in Tallahassee

I was successful in going to Tallahassee to appear in front of a legislative committee to obtain approval of a new land lease for our docks. We were adding and changing the dock configuration and discovered that we were out of our land lease agreement with the state of Florida. Turrell Hall & Associates discovered this when surveying for the new docks and accompanied me to Tallahassee.

James Miller, a successful entrepreneur, and his wife, Gayle, moved to Naples in 1994 from the Kansas City metro area. They can often be found on the water and have boated their way around the Eastern Seaboard and Gulf of Mexico. Thinking Strategically

While commodore, I established strategic planning committees with board members selected as chairmen in the areas of: membership and admissions, fleet and boating, facilities service, and administration and finance. During the month of October and the beginning of November 2006, the chairman of each strategic planning committee presented recommendations at “town hall meetings” to familiarize members with the elements of the plan. The entire strategic plan, with its facilities master plan, was overwhelmingly approved by the membership at the Annual Meeting in November 2006. The board, past commodores, staff, and members all contributed to the success of this all-hands-ondeck effort.

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transient boaters’ showers and restrooms, and a new, informal entrance were added. Jane Francoeur, Mary Smith, and Lindy Thomas formed a committee responsible for the interior design. It was Mary’s and the committee’s idea to ask Paul Arsenault to paint the historical mural that we all enjoy so much. Originally, the mural was upstairs, but it has since been moved to three locations downstairs where more people may enjoy it. This committee did a fantastic job. William S. Mowry Jr. accepts command from Charlie Gaillard

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Commodore William S. Mowry Jr. (2009)

William S. and Nancye Faurest Mowry came to Naples in 1990 by way of Winnetka, Ill., following his career as president of Beatrice International Food Company in Chicago. They have enjoyed yachting on the Ohio River, Great Lakes, and Gulf of Mexico’s Southwest Florida region.

Linda and John Flatley

Renovation Woes & Wins

Almost immediately, the bank that held our loan found itself in financial trouble and its CEO headed to prison. Five generous members, along with Northern Trust, came to our rescue. Construction continued with the addition of the second-floor Yardarm and commodores’ rooms plus new outside dining. Downstairs, the Boaters’ Grille and Lounge, two new meeting/private dining rooms, new outside dining, the Dockmaster’s Office with

Commodore Robert A. Cornog (2012)

Robert and Ginger Cornog bought their first Naples home in 1994, relocating from Kenosha, Wis. He retired as chairman and chief executive officer of Snap-On, Inc. They are sailors who have enjoyed Lake Michigan and inland lakes around Lake Geneva, Wis.

NYC Tenure

Charlie Gaillard was commodore in 2008, and he led the planning, design, and financing for the major new building program in 2009. Construction, interior design, and completion of the project was left to me. Charlie said, “Since I taught you everything you know, I have confidence that you won’t screw it up.”

when we knew we were retiring in Naples. We boated on Lake Michigan until our Grand Banks was in Naples.

Commodore John E. Flatley

NYC Tenure

(2010)

The clubhouse was a very warm and inviting place, filled with first-class people. The docks were probably the best docks in the area. The renovation during my time was rebuilding the kitchen for $1.8 million, which came in under budget.

John and Linda Flatley were enchanted by Naples when they visited in the 1980s and ‘90s on business retreats at the Naples Beach Hotel. Previous meetings took them to Fort Lauderdale and Marco Island, but “Naples beat them hands-down,” he recalls. They finally made the move permanently from Lincolnshire, Ill. With an MBA from Northwestern University, John’s career revolved around accounting “in its many forms.” On the Water

Up north, we were sailors (Ericson 27 and 38) and became powerboaters (Grand Banks 46)

Club Memories

In my time, you had to wait five years to get into the club. It was worth all of it. We had a lot of fun and I encourage people to go cruising and participate as much as you can. You really make great friends. It is a privilege to serve the club and I encourage people to do it. Waypoints 2021 -2022 | NAPLES YACHT CLUB

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Commodore Peter Sulick (2013-2014)

Peter and Dee Sulick are avid racing sailors who moved to Naples in 1989 from Connecticut.

members themselves. I was directly involved in rewriting the bylaws to allow some of that kind of stuff to happen. Russell “Rusty” G. Overton

We’ve done a lot of sailing and racing for 30 years or more. I have raced all over North America and some internationally. I have raced probably 15 different classes of boats. I won “Boat of the Year” here three times in a row in the early 2000s. I’ve owned everything from a 14-foot to an 80-foot boat. I set records on the races to Boca Grande and to Key West.

Rusty and Sandy Overton were introduced to Naples by their close friends, who also introduced them to Naples Yacht Club. Rusty retired as an executive vice president for the McKesson Corporation’s technology businesses after devoting almost 40 years to a healthcare industry career. They bought their Naples home in 2001, joined NYC in 2004, and became state residents in 2006—and haven’t looked back.

NYC Tenure

Coming to Naples

Over our membership, which is now more than 25 years, the most important changes that have taken place have been in the governance area—also the significant increase in female representation on the board, in committees, the bridge, etc. That is a very positive development. There are a lot of very accomplished women, either spouses or

Sandy and I first started visiting Naples in 2001. Our primary interest at that time was to reconnect with Lindsey and Lindy Thomas who had previously relocated to Naples from Atlanta. Lindy and Sandy are life-long friends who grew up together in Atlanta. Lindsey (a past commodore) and I have been close friends for more than 40 years. Along with

On the Water

Sandy and Rusty Overton

(2015-2016)

the warm hospitality of the Thomases, Naples “captivated if not captured” Sandy and me. On the Water

My father was an avid powerboater, so I grew up in a family that loved boating. I built my first “boat” at age 10. It consisted of two wooden apple crates nailed together, several wooden outriggers nailed underneath, and four large truck inner tubes tied in place for floatation. Although this “vessel” did not last too long beyond its maiden voyage, I became hooked on boating! I became a sailor as a teenager and, over the course of my career, our family eventually owned a variety of mid-sized sailboats. After

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becoming NYC members, we decided to join the ranks of powerboaters in Southwest Florida. We purchased our first powerboat (a 38-foot Sabre) in 2007 followed by the purchase of a 42-foot Sabre in 2015. We have been very active participants in the club’s cruising program over the last 14 years. It is simply the best! NYC Tenure

The successful implementation of many of the major priorities from the 2006 Strategic Plan served the club well for the next eight years or so. However, on my watch, the board in 2015 recognized the need to address the replacement of the remaining, older portions of the club’s facilities that dated back to the 1960s. These older areas (main entry, dining room, Main Brace, swimming pool, offices, etc.) had been

identified for eventual replacement in the plan but had been deferred to a later phase. By 2015, there was also a recognition, based upon member surveys and industry trends, that the next NYC strategic plan needed to expand casual dining and flexible-use space for parties, entertainment events, private dining, and lectures to provide expanded options to gather and socialize. What Makes NYC Special?

During the 75 years of Naples Yacht Club’s existence, there have been several thousand individuals who have been pleased to be invited to become club members. Although these members span multiple generations, there has always been one common thread that binds

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Donald and Diana Wingard both grew up in Pittsburgh, Penn. He spent his 35-year career at what is now Accenture before retiring in 1998 and making Naples their permanent home.

at the boats in their showroom. Before she found me, I had bought a small boat with an outboard. She thought I was nuts because we had to go back up north the next day. I had them launch it on the bay, drove it around a little bit, and ended up getting a covered dry slip at the Mariner’s Club on the bay. We have been powerboaters ever since.

Coming to Naples

Becoming NYC Members

Commodore Donald P. Wingard (2017-2018)

Diana and Donald Wingard

us together as a private club. This thread is the shared sense of genuine and enduring camaraderie that is so abundantly evident across our club’s entire culture. In almost every membership survey, club members have singled out “a strong feeling of camaraderie” as being one of the club’s most compelling attributes that makes their membership truly special and that fosters a more personal, rewarding social experience. I know from my own experience that friendships among club members are strong and enduring. We enjoy each other’s company when dining, boating, competing, partying, and socializing. We look forward to reconnecting each season with excitement and anticipation. I have no doubt that this shared sense of camaraderie will continue well into the future. It is truly the “secret sauce” that makes our club so special.

Our first visit to Naples was in late December of 1980. We knew nothing about Naples. The trip was actually about making our first visit to the Keys. We had flown into Tampa from Pittsburgh and decided to take our time driving down the west coast of Florida. We stopped in various little towns and when we came to Naples, it was lunchtime. We decided to have lunch before continuing east on U.S. 41 to Miami. In our search for a restaurant, we made a right on Park Shore Drive and continued over the little causeway to the beach. We didn’t know where we were, but there was a trailer with a big “information” sign on it parked on an empty lot at the current site of Venetian Village. It was information about condominiums being built on the beach—one of the first high-rises to go up on that beach. We went to look, walked up 20 floors because there were no elevators yet, and had our pick of virtually any unit. We ended up buying one on our first day in Naples. On the Water

Before coming to Naples, we knew nothing about boating and never owned one. However, on one of our visits to Naples in 1992, we stopped by the old Boat Haven, which had lots of clothing and knickknacks that made for good browsing when one had spare time. We went in there one day to browse and while Diana was shopping, I strolled over to look

When I joined the club, it took a year to get in because of the process. You had to wait between each step of the admissions process. We had a waiting list. While I was on the board, we streamlined the process, while being careful not to compromise the vetting that has served the club so well. Now it is possible for a prospective member to join within a couple of months if all the paperwork and approvals move along quickly. Weathering the Storm

We were right in the middle of Phase III construction when Hurricane Irma hit. Several hours after the hurricane had passed, Diana and I went to check on the yacht club. We couldn’t get in, but could see the water in the Boaters’ Grille where wind-driven rain had forced its way in. We had 500 gallons of diesel on our boat, so we started our generator and were able to spend some time in air conditioning. There was no power at our house for 12 days. During Irma, the water was sucked out of the bay and all the boats were sitting on the bottom. Our boat, and I am sure others, suffered bent props from the weight of the boat sitting on the bottom for hours.

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Bill Mowry. They did a superb job on capitalizing on the mural and the colors to highlight the interior design. It has been very well-received. My second year, I thought would be a piece of cake. However, the executive chef quit in November. We had to conduct a search to hire a new chef, which turned out to be wonderful. Michael Katz, our new chef, was local at Quail West and came to us wanting to cook instead of being an administrator. Since we are a smaller club, that fit perfectly with what we wanted. He has been outstanding.

Jim and Gail Lozelle

Commodore James “Jim” R. Lozelle (2019-2020)

Jim and Gail Lozelle moved to Naples in 1993 from Ann Arbor, Mich. He was an executive and CEO of a large automotive industry metal supply company. Jim and Gail spearheaded many “clubs within the club,” including the fishing group, Women on the Water (WOW), World Travelers, and recently, Men’s Book Club.

Then, of course, we had COVID. Now, all of a sudden, we were under lockdown and wearing masks. During that time, we acquired more new members than any other time in our history because our food and attention to service is so good. Making it safe was very well-received.

Creating New Traditions & Clubs

Gail has been really involved in some major initiatives. The first was Women on Water, which was started probably 15 years ago with the idea of getting women involved in the boating community. The second was the Ladies’ Book Club, which is one of the most popular groups. The third was World Travelers, which involves traveling on cruise ships to different parts of the world. We have had two cruises so far, but last year’s was canceled. We are going on a cruise again next year. We have had as many as 50 people sign up for World Travelers trips. What Makes NYC Special?

This is a wonderful club for teamwork, but it is a small club. We only have 500 to 600 members and, as a result, we can do things that larger clubs cannot. We have events like magic shows and the Speaker Dinner Series, where you can be intimate with the speaker that larger clubs can’t pull off. That is one of the great strengths of Naples Yacht Club.

NYC Tenure

The first year of my tenure as commodore was the construction year. I thought that would be interesting because I was involved in the planning phase. We raised the floor level up so it would be all one level. We had to get rid of the old building completely and found an old swimming pool beneath the old building. After that was all done, the construction phase took about 12 to 13 months, and it was very successful. The teams we put together, both from a planning and an implementation standpoint, were terrific. The interior design team was led by

1966 Fleet Review & Commissioning Ceremony

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Club Cuisine Indulge your appetite for seafood delights, classic dishes, heathful plates, and one-of-a-kind desserts. Executive Chef Michael Katz is putting a new twist on trusted favorites. Here is a sampling to whet your appetite.

Chirashi blackened ahi tuna bowl

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Turkey burger with cranberrychipotle mayo

Greek summer watermelon salad

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Jumbo lump crab-stuffed avocado

The Reuben with fresh, hand-carved corned beef and red cabbage sauerkraut

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Blue crab-stuffed tiger prawn

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Caramel, milk chocolate, and hazelnut-flavored scroll

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NYC Key lime pie with Italian meringue, kiwi, and mango

Honey-lemon cheesecake, almond and graham cracker crust, lemon mousse

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Tickle Your Palate Vintner dinners, wine lockers, by-the-glass offerings, and a bottle list that dazzles with old favorites and new gems…NYC’s reimagined wine program is primed for the season

By Matthew Selva

ine often offers a reprieve from the everyday. For millennia, the juice of the gods has brought us together. With the challenges of the pandemic, opening an excellent bottle has become a welcome respite from the world’s uncertainties. At Naples Yacht Club, we have been very fortunate this season to gather at the clubhouse and reconnect over a glass of crisp wine. When I took the reins to reinvigorate NYC’s wine program, creating unique and memorable experiences for members was at the top of my list. This past season, we hosted several wine dinners and tastings to introduce new varietals and explore old favorites. While other areas of the country faced significant restrictions, we were able to bring in wine experts and vintners, such as Michael Scorsone, who shared production techniques and engaging stories about his artisanal EmmittScorsone Winegrowers in Sonoma, Calif. Bobby Joe Rinaldo sourced exclusive wines from Oakville (an AVA of Napa Valley), including Schrader, Robert Mondavi, and To Kalon Vineyard Company. He shared everything that is great about To Kalon fruit and its historical significance within Napa Valley. Rinaldo is a dear friend of mine from Chicago, and we studied together for our Certified Sommelier Exam, so it was especially fun having him here to share his knowledge. Based on your feedback, Italian night took the cake! Marcello Palazzi’s Italian flair always enhances the experience. Between the Barolo and the Brunello, a lot of “vino” was enjoyed that night!

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“Age appears best in four things: old wood to burn, old wine to drink, old friends to trust, and old authors to read.” —Francis Bacon

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Wine Club Benefits • Membership is $250 annually • Reduced corkage fee of $20 on outside wines • Advance notice for invitations and wine specials • Early notice to register for wine events • Access to the wine locker lottery • Educational events and programs

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in the excitement of my recent engagement. I enjoy catching up with you and your families when you come to the club for dinner. Together, we have discussed the merits of fine Burgundy and explored some favorite Italian wines. Joining the NYC team has been an incredibly positive experience, and I look forward to the season ahead.  Events highlighting friendship, food, and fine wine are now a signature of our revitalized program. In addition to events, we refreshed and organized several other aspects of the wine program, including wine lockers, by-the-glass offerings, and our bottle list. Buying wine is easy, but finding the right wines can be challenging. I’m fortunate to have knowledgeable friends and connections in the industry to help. Keep an eye on the wine list as it continues to develop over the next year. You’ll see quite a few more gems and new treasures to tickle your palate. We have also expanded the program to include the NYC Wine Club. Wine Club members are the first to know about upcoming events and wine specials. Looking ahead, we have many top-notch wineries scheduled to visit NYC this season, including Domaine Serene, Gandona, Ornellaia, and Long Meadow Ranch. On a personal note, I want to thank you for my warm welcome to the NYC family since my arrival in December 2020 and sharing

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Personal Wine Lockers • Membership is $200 annually • Lockers store wine purchased through the club • Purchase wines from events at cost + 20 percent • No corkage fee • Security: Only management has access, and member signs out wine

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Clubs Within the Club Whether you’re an expert or a novice, newcomer or old salt, meet new friends who share your interests

t Naples Yacht Club, you’re sure to meet people who share your pastimes and passions through an interesting variety of “clubs within the club.” Learn fresh tricks and tips to expand your expertise, discover unexpected locales in the region, or simply take the plunge into new experiences. When you join a social club, you are sure to make new friends and create more indelible club memories.

Men’s Book Club Starting a new chapter Join the “newest” group at NYC, Men’s Book Club. The first Tuesday of each month, beginning in December, the gentlemen of NYC will meet to discuss a different book and enjoy a delicious lunch. The Men’s Book Club reading list and meeting dates can be found on the NYC website, and you can register to join under the “Event Reservations” tab or by calling the club.

Car Club Revvin’ it up In 2018, a small group of members with an interest in cars decided to arrange activities to bring together members with similar interests. It led to visits to local car collections, driving trips to local points of interest, discussion meetings, visits to car events and, of course, our very own car show at the club. The NYC car shows were a great hit in 2018 and 2019. While we planned to have another car show at the club in 2020 and 2021, they were canceled due to the pandemic. This season, we plan to restart our Car Club activities. We will have a car show in the spring of 2022 and hope to have other activities. We are looking for more members to join the NYC Car Club. It is a very informal group. You do not need to be a collector or own cars to participate. All you need is an interest in attention-grabbling autos, making friends, and having fun with fellow members. All NYC members are welcome to participate. If you have an interest in joining the group, call Don Wingard or let the club know. We look forward to hearing from you.

Wine Club Perfect pairings, personal collections Wine Club is an exclusive opportunity created by NYC Director of Food and Beverage/ Sommelier Matthew Selva to evolve our wine program. Wine Club is limited to 100 members (who are eligible to rent wine lockers), to create a community centered around the love of wine. Wine Club offers exclusive benefits to buying and celebrating wine at NYC. Wine Club members have access to exclusive benefits and early access to wine events.

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Joining NYC Wine Club is easy. Simply send an email to wine@naplesyc.com or call Matthew Selva at (239) 300-2896 to express your interest and you will be contacted. The annual fee for the Wine Club is $100, renewable each fall. Members who are already wine locker holders do not have to pay extra to be in the Wine Club; it is included in the locker dues. Lockers are renewed each October. Nonrenewed lockers will be filled through a lottery system of Wine Club members interested in holding a locker.

Bridge and Mahjong Not an expert? No problem. If you are a bridge or mahjong player, head over to the club for lunch followed by spirited games. Bridge plays on Tuesday afternoon and mahjong plays on Monday and Thursday afternoon. Throughout the season, well-known bridge and mahjong instructors host educational seminars and workshops. In addition, there are duplicate bridge games and dinner on alternate Sunday nights. Ladies and gentlemen are invited to participate. Refer to The Rudder and naplesyc.com for upcoming dates and times. To reserve a table for bridge or mahjong, please contact our reservationist at (239) 2626647 or reservations@naplesyc.com.

Women on the Water (WOW) Get outside The Women on Water (WOW) Committee is planning many adventurous, entertaining, and educational programs for the ladies of the NYC. Boating excursions, cooking demonstrations, and safety classes are just some of the fun events being planned.

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Bocce A timeless tradition Bocce is more popular than ever in Southwest Florida, with many clubs and communities offering league and social play. The beauty of bocce is that anyone can play, no matter their athletic skill level. Bocce is a great way to socialize and to meet club members. Games can be played as singles or in couples. One reason this ancient game of skill and strategy has been passed through the ages is due to its simplicity. All you need is a court to play on, something to sip and nibble, and yes, a bocce ball. Bocce is not just a great game to play with friends, it is a tradition—one that will likely continue to thrive at Naples Yacht Club.

Sailing (Catalina Racing) Seasonal competition During the winter, NYC’s fleet of Catalina sailboats takes to Naples Bay for an annual

race. Held every Monday following the Boaters’ Lunch, typically 12 to 14 members sail out for some serious—but friendly—competition. There is always room for more (ladies, too!) to join the fun.

Fishing Drop a line Fishing enthusiasts come together for several opportunities throughout the season to take guided fishing trips with fellow members. Past destinations have been as close as Pine Island Sound and as far as Alaska.

Cruising By land or sea Club cruises are an integral part of our social life at NYC. Cruise Leaders put together an extensive itinerary of activities, excursions, and dining events at each destination. Don’t own a boat? Cruisers often host members on their vessels, and many local destinations can be reached overland.

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Stay in the Know

Sign-up is easy. Log in to the Naples Yacht Club website and click on “Sign Up for a Cruise” under the marina tab. This is the main hub for signing up, viewing itineraries, and making meal and activity selections—all in one convenient location. See page 38 for the Cruising Calendar for more details on this season’s ports of call.

International Cruise: In 2022, our World Travelers are setting sail aboard Silversea’s new Silver Dawn for an idyllic Mediterranean cruise. Cruisers have the option to cruise for nine nights from Venice to Rome or 16 nights from Venice to Barcelona. This spectacular cruise visits the most enchanting countries and ports in the Mediterranean. Fares are per person, based on double occupancy. Make your reservations with Karen Kelley at (239) 261-1177 or Karen@ preferrednaples.com. 

There are many ways to get the latest information on clubs and events:

The Rudder Weekly email blasts Online calendar: naplesyc.com Naples Yacht Club App Call NYC: (239) 262-6647

TYPES OF CRUISES Lunch Cruises: Spend a morning on the water, followed by lunch at a local yacht club or restaurant with slip availability. Lunch Cruises are the perfect opportunity to join by land and drive to the destination instead of cruising by boat. Cruise Lite: Take time for a quick jaunt to a nearby club or marina. Cruise Lites offer a one-night stay at your destination, often accompanied by a group dinner and daytime group activities. Overnight Cruises: Pack your bags for a short getaway to a fun, regional destination, such as Boca Grande, St. Petersburg, or Key West. Trips include time to relax, explore landmarks or attractions, dine, and shop. Informal options: Join boat owners for dockside cocktails (“docktails”) at NYC. Live music and lawn games transform the South Lawn into a tropical destination.

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Ladies Book Club Celebrating our 12th season

he Ladies Book Club is a special time for NYC ladies to gather in an informal setting and enjoy the company of fellow booklovers. We are treated to a unique, chef-prepared luncheon along with a thoughtful, lively discussion of the selected book. We look forward to another wonderful season for this “club within the club.”

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Hamnet By Maggie O’Farrell A young Latin tutor falls in love with an eccentric young woman in 1580s England during the Black Plague in this “exceptional historical novel” (The New Yorker) and bestselling winner of the Women’s Prize for Fiction. The story centers around the couple’s marriage, her husband’s rise in London’s theatrical world, and the death of their son, Hamnet Shakespeare, whose name endures in a celebrated play. The Boston Globe says, “Of all the stories that argue and speculate about Shakespeare’s life…here is a novel… so gorgeously written that it transports you.”

West with Giraffes: A Novel By Lynda Rutledge Part adventure, part historical saga, and part coming-of-age love story, West with Giraffes explores what it means to be changed by the grace of animals, the kindness of strangers, and the passing of time. Set in 1938, the story was inspired by true events that unfolded when two giraffes miraculously survived a hurricane while crossing the Atlantic. Gentlemen welcome!

The Lincoln Highway: A Novel By Amor Towles Set in 1954, this novel spans 10 days in the life of parentless, 18-year-old Emmett Watson, who escapes from Nebraska to New York City with two cohorts from a juvenile work farm to begin their lives anew. This is the third novel for Amor Towles, the bestselling author of A Gentleman in Moscow and Rules of Civility.

The Boy in the Field: A Novel By Margot Livesey This New York Times bestselling author delivers a poignant psychological drama that follows the lives of three siblings after they save the life of a bloody, unconscious boy they discover lying in a field. Overshadowing the three teenagers is the awareness that something is amiss in their parents’ marriage. Each of the siblings confronts the complications and contradictions of their approaching adulthood, and find themselves drawn together and driven apart. This novel was named an O Magazine “Best Book of the Year.”

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Sense and Sensibility By Jane Austen Set in southwest England, London, and Kent between 1792 and 1797, Sense and Sensibility portrays the life and loves of the Dashwood sisters, Elinor and Marianne. The novel follows the young ladies to their new home, a meagre cottage on a distant relative’s property, where they experience love, romance, and heartbreak. This enduring, romantic classic was Jane Austen’s first published work, appearing in 1811 under the pseudonym “A Lady.”

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Ladies are welcome to join the NYC Men’s Book Club discussion of Empire of Pain by Patrick Keefe on Monday, January 4. Ladies Book Club then welcomes NYC gentlemen to join our March 18 discussion of West with Giraffes by Lynda Rutledge.

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2021-2022 Speaker Dinner Series Cocktails, dinner, and conversation Mark your calendars for Naples Yacht Club’s stimulating Speaker Dinner Series. For each event, a cocktail reception with the speaker begins at 5:30 p.m. in the Ballroom. Dinner is served at 6 p.m., when the speaker takes the podium. We look forward to seeing you at one—or all—of these special speaking events.

Learning Luncheons Join us this season for NYC’s new Learning Luncheons to consider a range of topics. See the Social Calendar beginning on page 47 for details.

January 13 Carrie Kerskie CEO, Kerskie Group Topic: Cybersecurity

February 3 Women’s Philanthropic Panel Discussion Guests: Leaders in Naples’ philanthropic community

February 17 Jack Mulvena President/CEO, Naples Zoo Topic: What’s happening at the zoo?

March 1 Dr. Lisa Larkin, MD Topic: Aging and women’s health

January 20 Kathleen van Bergen Kathleen van Bergen has been at the helm of Artis—Naples as CEO/president since 2011. She is overseeing the “Future-Forward Campaign for Cultural Excellence” to execute a master plan that reimagines the cultural campus, embraces artistic and community initiatives, increases the organization’s endowment, and grows The Baker Museum’s permanent collection.

February 10 Dan Henninger Dan Henninger is deputy editor of The Wall Street Journal’s editorial page, where his weekly column, “Wonder Land,” appears each Thursday. He also is a weekly panelist on the Journal Editorial Report on Fox News.

February 25 John “Hap” Fauth Go behind the scenes of the American Magic syndicate’s epic challenges during the final regatta trials for the 2021 America’s Cup with club member and American Magic Team Principal/CEO John “Hap” Fauth.

March 10 Ray Mabus Ray Mabus served as the 75th U.S. Secretary of the Navy from 2009 to 2017. Before that, he served as the state auditor and governor of Mississippi and U.S. Ambassador to Saudi Arabia.

March 24 Byron Donalds Byron Donalds (R-Naples) has been the U.S. Representative for Florida’s 19th Congressional District since January 2021. His district serves most of Southwest Florida, including Cape Coral, Fort Myers, and Naples. From 2016 to 2020, he served in the Florida House of Representatives.

April 12 David Hoffmann David Hoffmann founded Osprey Capital, LLC, in 2002. Osprey holds equity positions in numerous businesses and sectors, including Hertz Arena, the Florida Everblades, Five Star Valet, and Coral Cay Adventure Golf locally; Hoffmann Commercial Real Estate has several local properties in its portfolio. Photo: Vanessa Rogers

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CRUISING

Departures Club cruises guarantee memorable adventures

he cruise to South Seas Island Resort on Captiva Island is one of the most-anticipated cruises of the season! The pristine waters around Sanibel and Captiva are a boaters’ paradise. Despite a chill in the air, friendly competition heated up as cruisers engaged in rounds of golf, cornhole, and bocce. Each evening, the competition was put aside to make more memories over docktails and fabulous dinners. 1. Beer Money 2. Peter Girardin 3. Allison Bradford, Sarah Johnson, Joy Smith, Carol Girardin, Kathy Maxwell, Anne Stone, Joyce Fitzgerald 4. Carol Girardin 5. Joyce and Tom Fitzgerald 6. Charlie Brown, Preston Bradford, Tom Fitzgerald 7. Bruce Lakefield, Carol and Peter Girardin, Bernadine Lakefield 8. Carolyn Moisson, Joy Smith, Ann Anderson, Anne Stone, Janet Huestler, Carol Girardin 9. Joe and Robin McClanathan 10. Jack Anderson, Rick Maxwell, Bruce Lakefield 11. Taboo

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Ocean Reef Club

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YC cruisers set sail for Ocean Reef Club for the final cruise of the 2020-2021 season. After some excursions were cancelled due to foul weather or COVID-19, our cruisers were ready to relax and unwind in sunny Key Largo with their friends. It was a NYC takeover and the cruisers took in all the club has to offer. From kayaking, golfing, and painting classes, to fishing, dinners on the sand, and of course, bocce, fun was had by all! Mingling on terra firma Bradford Cowgill, Preston Bradford Margaret Cowgill Melanie Sabelhaus, Katrina Kash, Terri Weinberg, Robin McClanathan 5. Rick Kash, John Moisson, Robert Langley 6. NYC artists at Ocean Reef Paint & Sip 7. NYC fishermen: Tom Koehn, John Moisson, Commodore Jim Lozelle, Joe McClanathan 8. Joyce and Tom Fitzgerald 9. Diane McElheny, Joan Carp, Linda Koehn 10. Tes Manley, Joyce Fitzgerald, Robin McClanathan, Pamela Carroll 11. Brett Pheffer, Melanie Sabelhaus, Terri Weinberg 12. Gail and Brett Pheffer 13. Joe McClanathan 14. Tom Fitzgerald, John Caroll, Rob Funderburg 15. Doug and Mary Perks, Rob and Cathy Funderburg 16. NYC bocce stars: Joy and Terry Smith, Carol and John Walter, Bill Mowry, Robin McClanathan, Rick Kash, Paul and Donna Yeoham

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Ports of Call 2021-2022 Cruise Season

CRUISE LITE

Venice Jan. 12-13, 2022 Cruise Leaders: Jennifer and Dave Porter

Legacy Harbour Marina Feb. 2-3, 2022 Location: Downtown Fort Myers Cruise Leaders: Allison and Preston Bradford

Pink Shell

he Naples Yacht Club Cruising Program offers fun and exciting excursions that include social and recreational activities and dining events at each destination. Don’t own a boat? Cruisers often host members on their vessels, and many local destinations can be reached overland. Sign-up is easy. Log in to the Naples Yacht Club website and click on “Sign Up for a Cruise” under the Marina tab, then click on “Cruising.” This is the main hub for cruisers for signing up, viewing itineraries, and making meal and activity selections—all in one convenient location. For descriptions of cruise types, see “Clubs Within the Club” on page 31.

OVERNIGHT CRUISES

‘Tween Waters Resort Oct. 12-14, 2021 Location: Captiva Island Cruise Leaders: Susan and John Howell

Boca Grande

March 2-3, 2022 Location: Fort Myers Beach Cruise Leaders: Peggy and Sean Mayo

Nov. 10-12, 2021 Location: Gasparilla Island Cruise Leaders: Debbie and John Tisdel

LUNCH CRUISES

South Seas Resort Feb. 15-17, 2022 Location: Captiva Island Cruise Leaders: Carolyn and John Moisson

St. Petersburg March 15-17, 2022 Cruise Leaders: Gail and Brett Pheffer

Key West April 26-29, 2022 Cruise Leaders: Libby and Rusty McKee

The Esplanade Marina Jan. 19, 2022 Location: Marco Island Cruise Leaders: Stephanie and Richard Prebish

75th Anniversary Cruise of the Mangrove King Feb. 24, 2022 Get details about the special 75th Anniversary Cruise of the Mangrove King on page 9. Cruise Leaders: Robin McClanathan, Gail Pheffer, and Diane McElheny

Salty Sam’s March 23, 2022 Location: Fort Myers Beach Cruise Leaders: Cindy and Richard Balaz

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MEMBER BENEFITS

Dockage, Dining Experiences, and Other Club Benefits

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Expert Waterfront Staff

he NYC Waterfront Services team strives to continue the marina’s reputation as a first-class facility for our members and a premier destination for transient guests. Expect professional, courteous service, and a staff willing to assist you in all your boating needs. The knowledge our staff has concerning local rules and regulations, boating safety, destination ports, and so much more will make your boating travels smooth and pleasant. Great things are happening in our marina!

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When people ask about the benefits of joining Naples Yacht Club, the answer is, “Let me count the ways.” Find out more about many of these select benefits.

MEMBER BENEFITS

34 Reasons to Boat at NYC 1. 85 boat slips in a newly refurbished harbor 2. Boat slips available now 3. Guaranteed and transparent boat slip awarding system 4. Reduced dockage fees for members who dock elsewhere 5. Docking space available for day cruising to the club for lunch or dinner 6. Experienced management to assist with docking/etc. 7. Security camera system 8. Pump out facilities 9. Diesel and gasoline available at member discount prices 10. Kayaks for member use 11. Paddleboards for member use 12. Active sailing group 13. Active fishing group 14. Active cruising program 15. Safety at Sea and other boating–related seminars 16. Florida Council of Yacht Clubs (FCYC) Reciprocity Program 17. Reciprocity with clubs all over the U.S. and internationally 18. Harbor menu with catering trays available 19. NYC recognized as an Emerald (top 5 percent) and Platinum-level club (top 10 percent) nationally 20. Excellent foodservice in a traditional atmosphere 21. Excellent banquet and private party opportunities in a beautiful new facility 22. Ability to sponsor events at the club 23. Friendly, inclusive membership 24. Ship’s Store featuring NYC merchandise 25. Personal assistance with your NYC boating experience 26. Help finding a captain qualified for your yacht 27. Help finding a diver 28. Help finding a mechanic 29. Help finding an interior or exterior cleaning contractor 30. Help finding trusted boat maintenance contractors that have been working on member boats for years, including electronics, compass, and galvanic isolation systems 31. Cruise destination help for members who like to cruise alone or are new to the area 32. Strong local knowledge and help with bad weather cruising, e.g., finding the right day with the wind and tides 33. Tide charts from New England to Florida for any date 34. Collier County Sheriff performs boat inspections at our dock only. These inspections are more convenient and more comprehensive than the Coast Guard Auxiliary.

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Anchors Aweigh Menu

NYC is happy to be offering a new and improved dockside catering menu. The Anchors Aweigh menu features tastefully curated meals and platters for every boating occasion. NYC helps you create and enjoy exceptional experiences on the water for your family and friends with the Anchors Aweigh menu. The menu is available at naplesyc.com. To place an order, contact NYC Catering Manager Katherine Chirgwin at (239) 300-2416.

Ship’s Store

Naples Yacht Club and Lands’ End come together to give you hundreds of high-quality, branded products. You can shop the online e-store 24/7 by visiting naplesyc.com and clicking “Ship’s Store.” Following that link, enter the password Commodore47 and begin shopping! NYC also features select products for purchase at the club. Visit the south reception desk or Harbor Office to see what’s available.

Private Parties

Interested in hosting a private party? Naples Yacht Club is the perfect place. Whether you have a board meeting, wine dinner, holiday party, or a fine dining wedding to plan, we do it all! NYC Catering Manager Katherine

Chirgwin is ready to help plan your casual family dinner or corporate retreat. We can help make it as fancy or as casual as you envision. No event is too small. Depending on the festivities, we can accommodate up to 250 people in the newly renovated Ballroom or as few as 10 in the Founders’ Room. Looking for an outdoor venue? The Main Brace is the perfect spot. With NanaWall doors, the room easily transforms into an indoor/outdoor entertaining space for up to 50 people. We have a number of delightful places to host events throughout the clubhouse and look forward to making your next event extra special.

Boaters’ Lunch

Mondays are fun, busy days at NYC, especially during season, and a traditional part of the excitement is Boaters’ Lunch. There is always a delicious lunch and a good laugh with fellow members, for boaters and non-boaters alike. The men gather in the Briggs Room, where they get updates on upcoming cruises and other water activities. The ladies are in the Ballroom, enjoying the camaraderie of old and new friends. Come to NYC around 11:30 a.m. (no reservation required), find your name tag on the big board, and have a great time. We look forward to seeing you every Monday, even in the summer!

The Helm Coffee & Smoothie Bar

Steer Your Day in the Right Direction Thursday through Tuesday morning (except Sunday brunch), The Helm Coffee & Smoothie Bar is Naples Yacht

Club’s favorite gathering place. Located in the Boaters’ Grille Lounge, The Helm features locally roasted, organic coffee, house-made pastries and breakfast items, fresh-squeezed juices, smoothies, and much more. Members can use The Helm for more than just enjoying a delicious cup of coffee and fresh bagel. The Helm also is the perfect place to host a quiet business meeting overlooking Naples Bay.

What’s Brewing? The Helm features an organic selection of coffees, teas, and produce. We are proud to source the freshest, seasonally blended coffees for brewing the perfect cup of hot or iced coffee, espresso, or cold brew. There also is a fine assortment of teas, available hot or cold.

A Fresh Start Locally grown produce is featured on all of NYC’s dining menus, including The Helm. Kickstart your day with a revitalizing fruit (or vegetable) juice, freshly pressed each morning. Nothing beats the Florida heat better than a made-to-order smoothie from The Helm,

Michael Caronchi /Caronchi Photography

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perfect for enjoying in the sunshine on the docks. Aqua fresca is a perfect reset after a morning exercise, in flavors like “Agua de Jamaica” with sweet hibiscus.

Blue Gavel Scholarship Fund In 1997, the Naples Yacht Club Chapter of the International Order of the Blue Gavel, an organization of past commodores, established a scholarship fund for employees of the Naples Yacht Club and their families. In 1999, the scholarship fund changed its name to the Naples Yacht Club Blue Gavel Scholarship Fund, Inc., a tax-exempt, 501(c)(3) organization. Since 1998, more than 700 local students have been awarded over $1.5 million in scholarships through this organization. In 2021, more than $143,000 in scholarships were granted. The Blue Gavel Scholarship Fund Committee awarded $30,140 in scholarships to 11

Naples Yacht Club employees or employees’ children for the spring semester; $19,560 to six club staff members or their children for the summer semester; and $38,900 to 10 club employees or employees’ children to attend the fall semester. Nine students representing all of Collier County’s public high schools each earned a $5,000 scholarship. “The Blue Gavel Scholarship Fund is unique to Naples Yacht Club,” says Past Commodore James R. Lozelle, Chair of the Blue Gavel Scholarship Fund Committee. “Many years ago, the committee wanted to find a way to assist our club employees and their families by providing scholarships that enable students to go to college. Through our members’ generosity, we were able to extend the scholarship program to local high school students. Many students have benefitted from this program. It is part of what the Naples Yacht Club does to support our community.”

From the NYC Bake Shop Our pastry team takes the helm in creating delicious fresh pastries for our members. You can guarantee that the stunning assortment of Danishes, doughnuts, muffins, croissants, and more are fresh for your enjoyment. Delectable homemade bagels and fresh English muffins are the perfect base for The Helm’s signature breakfast sandwiches.

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Crosscurrents Through Time The story behind the Naples Yacht Club’s one-of-a-kind mural and the artist

aul Arsenault has created an indelible legacy for Naples Yacht Club. His custom, 72-foot mural captures the 1960s Naples Bay waterfront and incorporates stories within it inspired by his nautical experiences and passion for historic preservation. Arsenault is a locally renowned, contemporary impressionist. He and his wife, Eileen, live in a centuryold home on a large lot that includes three small cottages at the corner of 12th Avenue South and Gordon Drive. It is recognized as much for its antique quaintness as it is for the landmark banyan tree that was planted shortly after the home’s 1918 construction—a sapling provided by horticulturist Henry Nehrling, whose gardens evolved into the Naples Zoo. Their Arsenault Studio & Banyan Arts Gallery is around the corner on Third Street South. After graduating from the Art Institute of Boston, Arsenault saw South Florida as a deckhand during a research mission aboard a Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution ship. He stepped off in Naples in 1974 to begin his career as a formal painter—developing his signature style borne from the Northeast landscape tradition and becoming a recorder of Naples through his street, waterfront, and cottage vignettes. In recent years, he has curated traveling exhibits featuring historic coastal vessels. “I’ve been a historian through my paintings,” he says. “In the 1970s, I had the curiosity and motivation to paint the scene early on. Getting out and about in those early years has given me a terrific opportunity to paint a more poetic time of the waterfront.” He is drawn to the early workhorses of the seas: schooners that carried cargo from Canada and New York to Key West through the Caribbean and along the Gulf of Mexico coastline. “My grandfather had a lumber schooner in New Brunswick,” he explains. “The schooner is a legacy in my family.” Born in Montreal, Canada, Arsenault developed his love for the sea and travel while growing up in Hingham, Mass. Striking out from his Naples base, Arsenault has participated in regattas and painting trips near and far: the Caribbean, Central and South America, Asia, the South

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The Carriacou Regatta in the Grenadine Islands in 1979

Pacific, Indonesia, Australia, Hawaii, and Europe. Bits and pieces of his experiences have made their way into the NYC mural. While kicking back at a bar following the Carriacou Regatta in the Grenadine Islands in 1979, Arsenault struck up a conversation with a gentleman from Naples who lived two blocks away back at home—and who happened to be one of the sons of NYC cofounder Stephen F. Briggs. The boat Arsenault crewed on, The Mermaid of Carriacou, is depicted with its sail up in the Founders’ Room. The acrylic-on-canvas mural, created circa 2009, was commissioned for the second-floor Yardarm when it was added during a reconstruction phase. The mural was methodically broken into pieces and reinstalled in other areas during the most recent renovation in 2018 and 2019. At that time, Arsenault expanded the mural by 14 feet with a vignette of the historic Keewaydin Club, a barrier island retreat that was owned by the Norris family from the 1940s to 1992. Lavern “Lal” Norris Gaynor, a leading philanthropist and former NYC member, was thrilled when she was invited to see the mural addition, and was delighted to know that this slice of her family heritage would be preserved in such an apropos location. (The Keewaydin Club was delisted from the National Registry of Historic Places when the site was redeveloped in the 1990s.)

Look closely at the mural and you will see other glimpses into the past, such as a mullet skiff hand-crafted by Everglades City pioneer Rob Storter and the early 1900s maildelivery schooner, Bertie Lee, piloted by his father, Capt. R. B. Storter. And then there’s the schooner Ina tied up to a gas dock. Capt. Thomas Annadown operated Ina between Tampa and Key West from 1917 to the mid-1930s. In his final years, Annadown’s load consisted for coconuts for the tourist trade. Arsenault discovered the Ina and met its owner while creating a watercolor of it in Tarpon Springs in 1975. The stories behind the vessel’s life were

“incredible,” says Arsenault, “and it was always the prettiest boat in the harbor.” A black-and-white photo of Ina hangs near the south entrance of the clubhouse. Arsenault explained its history to Past Commodore Philip M. Francoeur Jr., which inspired the custom weather vane that graces the Dockmaster’s Office. In honor of NYC’s 75th anniversary, NYC is commissioning Arsenault to create a new painting inspired by the club’s current-day location on the Naples Bay. “This is dreamy,” Arsenault says of his connection with Naples Yacht Club through his mural representing many facets of maritime history. “I’m very proud of it. These are testaments to pioneer woodworking and the waterfront. It honors people through a waterfront theme and adds to the yacht club’s purpose.” 

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2021-2022 Social Calendar NOVEMBER ‘21 75th Annual Fleet Review & Commissioning Ceremony Saturday, December 4 Reception: 12:30 p.m. First Boats Arrive: 1 p.m. Program: 1:45 p.m. Lunch: 2:45 p.m. Dress: Club uniform Watch the Fleet of Yachts parade through Naples Bay at this time-honored club tradition. After the blessing of the fleet, join us for a delicious lunch.

Welcome Back Party—Bermuda Black Tie

Thursday, November 18 Cocktails: 6 p.m., Main Brace Dinner: 7 p.m., Main Dining Room Attire: Bermuda black tie, Caribbean chic Entertainment: Brett Foreman Band “Welcome Back” to the 1975 Fleet Review tropics—let’s get this party started! Attire is key and for once, it’s all about the guys. Set the mood in Bermuda Black Tie. What’s that? Jacket and tie or tux from the waist up and colorful Bermuda shorts and socks down below. Ladies, make your own colorful fanciful and festive statement. The world is your oyster. Unwind in the tropical breeze with a dazzling drink, delicious meal, and sway to the amazing dance tunes of the Brett Foreman Band.

Thanksgiving Dinner Thursday, November 25 Seatings: 4 p.m. to 7 p.m., Main Dining Room Dress: Jackets preferred A lavish buffet featuring all your classic Thanksgiving favorites.

DECEMBER ‘21 Annual Meeting

Ladies Book Club Friday, November 19 11:15 a.m., Main Dining Room Hamnet by Maggie Farrell

Wednesday, December 1 11 a.m., Main Dining Room Dress: Club uniform encouraged Lunch to follow. Please look for your proxy in the mail and return it at your earliest convenience. This is a members-only event.

Past Commodore Melvin D. LaFrenz and family during the 1985 Fleet Review

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Men’s Book Club Tuesday, December 7 11:15 a.m., The Yardarm Nuclear Folly by Serhii Plokhy

Tree Lighting

Tuesday, December 7 Reception: 6 p.m. Ceremony: 6:45 p.m. Dinner: 7 p.m. Dress: Jackets preferred Ring in the holiday season and sing along with the carolers for the lighting of the official Naples Yacht Club tree!

Attire: Holiday festive Come to a holiday brunch and learn to deck your halls. Make your holiday entertaining memorable by creating an enchanting environment that will delight your guests from beginning to end. Learn from the experts how to put the MERRY in your holiday décor, Florida style. In the spirit of the season, please bring an unwrapped toy for a small child.

Naples Christmas Boat Parade Viewing Party Bells & Bows Brunch

Thursday, December 9 11 a.m., Main Dining Room

Saturday, December 11 5:30 p.m., The Yardarm Attire: Club casual Watch the lights fill the bay as Annual Naples Christmas Boat Parade participant docked at NYC, 1990s

boats go by with Christmas cheer! NYC gives you a front-row seat for the annual Naples Christmas Boat Parade, with the best food and cocktails to keep spirits bright.

Christmas Eve Dinner

Friday, December 24 Santa Claus is coming to town and stopping by NYC first. Bring your family for a special Christmas celebration at the club, complete with a festive buffet and holiday treats. Seatings: 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. Dress: Jackets required

Carolers at the NYC Tree Lighting Ceremony, 1990s

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JANUARY ‘22 Shop, Sip & Dine Palm Beach Style

Tuesday, January 4-5 Shop the treasures on Worth Avenue, sip to soothe your tired feet, and dine at two of Palm Beach’s favorite restaurants, Taboo and Café Boulud, all in the company of your NYC friends. Rest your head at the historic and chic Brazilian Court Hotel, within walking distance to everything. Add a spa treatment, shopping stop at Sawgrass Outlet or Royal Poinciana on the way back to Naples, or any other itinerary activity to indulge your interests. Luxury awaits.

Men’s Book Club Tuesday, January 4 11:15 a.m., The Yardarm Empire of Pain by Patrick Keefe

Rocky Mountain High: An Evening of Après Ski Fun

Friday, January 7 Cocktails: 6 p.m., Main Brace Dinner: 7 p.m., Main Dining Room Attire: Cozy chic, denim allowed Entertainment: Slickwood Band Are you missing an old-fashioned “Rocky Mountain high?” Then come to the mountains and join us for an evening of après ski fun. Take off your skis and come in to celebrate a great day on the slopes. Cozy up to the chalet bar, dig into a feast of comfort foods, then slide over to the dance floor to shake off the cold. Are we in Colorado?

Past Commodore Frank M. Ridley and reviewing officers during the 1978 Fleet Review

Speaker Dinner Series with Kathleen van Bergen Thursday, January 20 Reception: 5:30 p.m. Dinner: 6 p.m. Dress: Jackets preferred

Learning Luncheon

Thursday, January 13 11 a.m., Main Dining Room Carrie Kerskie, CEO, Kerskie Group Topic: Cybersecurity

Ladies Book Club

Friday, January 14 11:15 a.m., Main Dining Room The Lincoln Highway by Amor Towles NYC Little Black Dress Evening, 1990s

Saturday Night Fever

Saturday, January 22 Cocktails: 6 p.m., Main Brace Dinner: 7 p.m., Main Dining Room Attire: ‘70s threads Entertainment: DJ 007 Flashback to the 1970s for club night at your favorite disco: Naples Yacht Club. Remember those days? Get out your curling iron and bell bottoms, drag out that suave, white John Travolta suit, and be prepared to rock the night away as DJ 007 drops your disco favorites. Hustle on over and make your reservation today!

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Event Reservations Online Reserve your spot for club events, holiday celebrations, Ladies Book Club, and entertainment nights. Log on to naplesyc.com and click on “Event Reservations” on the homepage. Upcoming events will appear in a list. Click on the name of the event and enter additional members or guests in your party. Click “Create Reservation.” Or use the Naples Yacht Club mobile app.

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Contact our reservationist at (239) 262-6647 or reservations@naplesyc.com.

Change of Plans?

Please note that cancellations for club events must be made at least 72 hours in advance in order to avoid being billed for that event.

FEBRUARY ‘22

Saks Fifth Avenue Fashion Show

Tuesday, February 8 Sip & Shop: 11 a.m., Main Brace Fashion Show and Lunch: 12 p.m., Main Dining Room Attire: Club casual Ladies: Are you looking for a fashion refresh and wardrobe inspiration now that we’ve moved away from wearing our cozy, quarantine clothes? We have the solution. Prepare to be awed by the models, enchanted by the finery, and enthralled by the jewels! Join us for a luncheon and fashion show featuring a runway presentation of the latest delightful spring ensembles and accessories brought to you by our friends at Saks Fifth Avenue.

Speaker Dinner Series with Dan Henninger

Thursday, February 10 Reception: 5:30 p.m. Dinner: 6 p.m. Dress: Jackets preferred

NYC Ladies’ Fashion Show, 1990s

Valentine’s Day Dinner & Dance

Men’s Book Club

Tuesday, February 1 11:15 a.m., The Yardarm The Old Man and the Sea by Ernest Hemingway

Learning Luncheon Thursday, February 3 11 a.m., Main Dining Room Women’s Philanthropic Panel Discussion

Monday, February 14 Cocktails: 6 p.m., Main Brace Dinner: 7 p.m., Main Dining Room Dress: Cocktail attire Entertainment: Hot Topic Enjoy a romantic, candlelit dinner with your sweetheart before sweeping them out to the dance floor. Valentine’s Day Dinner at NYC, 1990s

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Friday, February 25 Speaker Dinner Series with John “Hap” Fauth and American Magic

Learning Luncheon

Thursday, February 17 11 a.m., Main Dining Room Jack Mulvena, President/CEO Naples Zoo Topic: Behind the scenes at the Naples Zoo

and come dressed for a wedding. Be the bride, groom, bridesmaid, groomsman, or simply a guest at this wedding for all time. Dance the night away and say, “I do!” Start organizing your head table today.

Learning Luncheon Thursday, March 1 11 a.m., Main Dining Room Lisa Markin, MD Topic: Aging & Women’s Health

Speaker Dinner Series with Ladies Book Club

John “Hap” Fauth and

Friday, February 18 11:15 a.m., Main Dining Room TBA

American Magic

Friday, February 25 Reception: 5:30 p.m. Dinner: 6 p.m. Dress: Jackets preferred

Wedding Bell Boogie

Saturday, February 19 Cocktails: 6 p.m., Main Brace Dinner: 7 p.m., Main Dining Room Attire: Wedding attire Entertainment: DJ Cerone Let’s all turn back the clock and crash each other’s weddings! Such a good time and so long ago—so why not share it with your NYC friends? Send in a favorite wedding photo

MARCH ‘22 Men’s Book Club Tuesday, March 1 11:15 a.m., The Yardarm Facing the Mountain by Daniel Brown

A 30th birthday party celebrated at NYC in 1990

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Event Photos

Past Commodore William G. Pace III and guests aboard the Sara Liz, 1980 Welcome Aboard

Welcome Aboard

Commodore’s Ball

Friday, March 4 Dockside yacht tours: 4 p.m. Dinner: 7 p.m. Dress: Club casual Entertainment: Tour fellow members’ yachts while sipping on wine and snacking on hors d’oeuvres. Followed by buffet dinner and dancing.

Saturday, March 12 Reception: 6 p.m., Main Brace Dinner: 7 p.m., Main Dining Room

Log on to naplesyc.com and click on “Event Photos” in the “News” dropdown menu. Click the photo gallery link and enter the password (case sensitive) Florida. Here, you can review photos from recent events and cruises. If you see one you like, order a print or digital copy directly through the website. Proceeds from orders benefit the Naples Yacht Club Blue Gavel Scholarship Fund.

DeDress: Black tie or dress whites Entertainment: Society Hill Band Spend an elegant evening honoring past commodores in this Naples Yacht Club tradition. Dinner will be followed by dancing. Single members may invite one guest. Please look for your invitation in the mail.

Ladies Book Club

Friday, March 18 11:15 a.m., Main Dining Room West With Giraffes by Lynda Rutledge Stephenson

Speaker Dinner Series with Ray Mabus

Thursday, March 10 Reception: 5:30 p.m. Dinner: 6 p.m. Dress: Jackets preferred Chip and Lynne Shotwell, 1995 Welcome Aboard

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Night of Magic

Tuesday, March 22 Cocktails: 6 p.m., Main Brace Dinner and Show: 7 p.m., Main Dining Room Attire: Club casual Entertainment: Keith Raygor Welcome back award-winning entertainer Keith Raygor for a night of mystery, deception, and trickery. While participation is never required, you may be called upon to take that NYC Magic Show, 1990s rabbit out of the hat. This adventure in magic, music, and mind reading will Speaker Dinner Series with leave you scratching your head long after it touches your pillow. There are no guarantees U.S. Congressman Byron Donalds for a good night’s sleep after this mind-bendThursday, March 24 ing evening. Reception: 5:30 p.m.

Dinner: 6 p.m. Dress: Jackets preferred

APRIL ‘22 “Here Comes the Sun” Beatles Tribute Night Thursday, March 31 Cocktails: 6 p.m., Main Brace Dinner: 7 p.m., Main Dining Room Attire: Groovy Entertainment: Here Comes the Sun “We all live in a yellow submarine” …no wait…that was 2020. “Come Together” and “Twist and Shout” to Beatles tunes performed by the band Here Comes the Sun. This is a flashback to a ‘60s, burger-andfries kind of night! Dress for the times and don’t be late because “I want to hold your hand!”

Men’s Book Club

Tuesday, April 5 11:15 a.m., The Yardarm TBA

Speaker Dinner Series with David Hoffmann

Tuesday, April 12 Reception: 5:30 p.m. Dinner: 6 p.m. Dress: Jackets preferred

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Cruise Into Summer Farewell Party

Thursday, April 14 Cocktails: 6 p.m., Main Brace Dining Stations Open: 7 p.m., Main Dining Room

Dinner Reservations Online

Log on to naplesyc.com and click on “Dining Reservations” on the homepage. Select the room where you would like to dine, party size, date, and time. Click on “Search.” From there, you can confirm your reservation and add your guests’ names (optional). Click “Confirm.” You will receive an email confirming your reservation details. Or use the Naples Yacht Club mobile app.

Clubhouse

Contact our reservationist at (239) 262-6647 or reservations@naplesyc.com.

Club Uniform

One of NYC’s cherished traditions includes the club uniform. In this year, during our 75th anniversary, wearing the uniform is especially meaningful. For most events, the wearing of the club blazer does not require that the wearer be in full uniform; however, at events where jackets are preferred, please consider wearing your club blazer to celebrate our traditions.

Commodore’s Ball in the old clubhouse, 1990s

Attire: Resort casual Entertainment: Nautilus Come aboard for a “Cruise into Summer” end-of-season party. Reminiscent of a casual cruise dinner in one of our favorite destinations, this gathering of friends will warm your heart. Cruise the clubhouse with a cocktail, fill your plate with delicious chef creations, and table hop your way through dinner. No boat? No problem. There’s music in the air.

Easter Brunch & Dinner Sunday, April 17 Brunch: 11 a.m. Dinner: 4:30 to 7 p.m., Main Dining Room Attire: Jackets preferred Celebrate this special holiday during this long-running NYC tradition. Hop on by and take a picture with the bunny, too!

MAY ‘22 Ladies Book Club

Men’s Book Club

Friday, April 15 11:15 a.m., Main Dining Room The Boy in the Field by Margot Livesey

Tuesday, May 3 11:15 a.m., The Yardarm TBA

Ladies Book Club

Friday, May 13 11:15 a.m., Main Dining Room Sense and Sensibility by Jane Austen

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Welcome Back Western Night Saturday, November 14, 2020

4 1 John and Carol Walter 2 Shelby Willcox, Sarah Johnson, Gail Peyton, Kathryn Reiger 3 Tanya and Denny Glass 4 Mike Shaw and Fran O’Sullivan, John and

Carolyn Moisson, Commodore Joseph and Robin McClanathan

5 Margaret and Bradford Cowgill 6 Joyce and Tom Fitzgerald

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74th Annual Fleet Review & Commissioning Ceremony Friday, December 5, 2020

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1 Gail and Past Commodore Jim Lozelle 2 NYC Past Commodores 3 Kathy and Vice Commodore Rick Maxwell 4 Forest Reeves, Nancye Mowry, Carole and Frank Weaver, Sally Schoendorf, Harriet Toadvine 5 Tis Time 6 Sue Mullen and Johanna Harrison 7 Collier County Sheriff’s Office Color Guard 8 Alibi 9 Past Commodore Rusty Overton, Commodore Joe McClanathan, Past Commodore Bob Cornog, Past Commodore Donald Wingard 10 Hammock 11 Marnette and Paul Perry

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Valentine’s Day Dinner Sunday, February 14, 2021

1 Resa and Peter Pohlmann 2 Marjorie and Past Commodore Wells Martin Jr. and Family 3 William and Mary Ann Bindley 4 Cindy and Richard Balaz

5 Donna and Neil Anderson 6 Mary Jo and Tommy Heiderman

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Commodore’s Ball Saturday, March 13, 2021

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1 NYC Board of Directors (Not pictured: Steven McGirr) 2 Russell and Tracy Scurto 3 Farrell and Michele Tyson 4 Jill and Steve Miller 5 James and Clara LaGrippe 6 Tom and Martha McCune 7 NYC Past Commodores 8 Robin and Commodore Joe McClanathan 9 Mary and Walter Smithe 10 Diane and Craig McElheny

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Farewell to Season Clambake & Party Friday, April 9, 2021

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1 John and Jane Doddridge 2 Tighe King, John

Moisson, Past Commodore Jim Lozelle 3 Cathy Leadbeater, Melanie Sabelhaus 4 Robert Langley, Paul and Donna Yeoham, Frank Sajtar 5 Giselle Wagner and Paul Myerson 6 Nancy Potter and Al Ward 7 Kathryn and Rodney Woods 8 Carolyn

Moisson, Susan Howell 9 Jerry Brown, John Tisdel 10 Peter Boyd, Barbara and Bill Cadogan

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NEW MEMBERS

Welcome Aboard Naples Yacht Club continues to attract world-class members

hroughout the years, Naples Yacht Club’s membership has steadily risen to attract those who continue to seek the beauty and charm of this boater’s paradise. We have continued to build on our traditions of excellence to remain the distinguished club of choice, as illustrated by the unprecedented number of members who have proposed their friends and family members for membership. We wish to thank and acknowledge those sponsors, and at the same time welcome our new members—the ladies and gentlemen who have an affinity for the amenities that only the exclusive Naples Yacht Club can provide.

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NEW MEMBERS

John Allen, Domenic and Molly Ferrante

Sean Mayo, Blake and Anne Benjamin,

John Anderson, Ken and Judy Siebel

Kevin Bowen and Donna Kane, Dr. Paula Malone

Alan Atterbury, Franklin and Barbara Carson

Robin McClanathan, Mary Lockton and Michael Murphy,

Dick Bodman, Joe and Linda Hooley

Pam and Cal Nicholson

Carol Boyd, Robin Stranahan

Bill McClayton, Bob and Rita O’Brien

Charlie Brown, Kevin and Patty Gilligan

Mary and Raymond McIntyre, Mac and Catherine Willett

Jerry and Linda LaRue Brown, Jim and Sally Lutz

Lodge McKee, Jay Wheeler

Chris and Gail Camalier, Michael and Susan Carson

David Michie, Michael and Laura Tarrasch

Karen and Sean Murphy, Jay and Robin Weiss

Steve and Jill Miller, Frank Sajtar and Greg Hunt

Langdon Cook, John and Debby Spring

Barbara Mitchell, Sheila Ultes

James Corts, Mathew and Kathy Brainerd

John and Annette Mullaney, George and Carol Keys

Tim and Julie Dalton, Joanne and Harmon Brown

Ed and Sue Mullen, Rob and Susie Gretz

Dick Del Bello, Jim and Sue Beré, Hank and Bette Casazza

Bob O’Brien, Kevin and Beverly Maher, Jim and Kathy Sanfiilippo

John and Jane Doddridge, Frank and Jocelyne Linsalata

Gregg Pancero, Julie Back, Wynn and Sara Elliott,

Grace Evenstad, Bill and Carol Sweasy

Tom and Jenny Williams

Michael Farr, Reagan and Trini Crawford

Doug Perks, Peter and Sally Schmitt

Tom Fitzgerald, Stuart and Bette Bilton

Gary Personette, Howard and Pat Pulsifer

Joe Fogg, David and Philippa Fogg, Roy and Manisha Kapani

Peter and Resa Pohlmann, Michael and Mindy Marthens

Tom Fox, Hy and Nancy Bunn, Richard and Liz Flury

Forest Reeves, Mary and Raymond McIntyre

Rob and Cathy Funderburg, Bert and Susie Getz

Dave Ryan, Jim and Marilyn Keller

Robyn Pfister Griffin, Robert and Sarah Forbis

Bill Scott, Kevin and Christine Hunt

Charlie and Beverly Groeschell, Paul and Kim Dacier

Bob Sibcy, Dean and Anne Kereiakes

Richard Harrison, Michael and Elise Joyce, Dave and Jen Porter

Terry Smith, Bill and Lisa Dahm, Mark and Wendy Elwood

Dan Jones, John and Katherine Buehler

Charles Stewart and Margaret Lafley,

Kris and Sharon Kaltenborn, Ken and Jincie Duane

Peggy and Scott Fechnay

David Lawson, Ned Odegaard

Past Commodore Peter Sulick, Richard and Stephanie Prebish

Stephen Lockwood, Chris and Kristine Williams

Bill and Carol Sweasy, Tom and Jeanne Sween

Roger Williams and Penny Love, Jack and Eileen Connors

John Walter, Bruce and Kathy Evans

Suzi Martin, Hyonja Lee Abrons

Ken Way, Bill and Jenny Chope

Vice Commodore Rick Maxwell, Nick and Marty Ragland

WOULD YOU LIKE TO INTRODUCE YOUR FRIENDS TO THE NAPLES YACHT CLUB? PLEASE CONTACT EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR OF MEMBERSHIP BRENDA O’CONNOR AT (239) 262-6648 OR BRENDA@NAPLESYC.COM.

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Past Commodores

*Stephen F. Briggs

*J.G. Sample

*B.W. Morris Jr.

*John A. Luse

*Col. C.C. Carter

1947-1956

1956-1959

1959-1961

1961-1963

1963-1965

*Herman Teetor

*Louis A. McLean

*Paul G. Benedum

*Paul E. Schramm

*T. Chalmers Curtis

1965-1966

1966-1968

1968-1970

1970-1971

1971-1972

*Truman B. Brown

*Col. James H. Brewster Jr.

*Ralph G. Beckett

*Frank M. Ridley

*Willard V. Merrihue

1972-1974

1974-1975

1975-1976

1976-1978

1979

*Lee Potter Smith

*Jay V. Strong

*Frederick A. Schultz

*John F. Forsyth

*Raymond L. Pfister, M.D.

1980

1981

1982

1983

1984

*John N. Briggs, M.D.

*Melvin D. LaFrenz

*Donald B. Clark

*Louis L. Banks

*William G. Pace III, M.D.

1985

1986-1987

1988-1989

1990

1991

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*John B. Bean

G. Burtt Holmes

*James Y. Deupree

Wells Martin Jr.

*William V. Hartman

1992

1993

1994

1995

1996

*Sheridan P. Harris

John P. Debbink

*William J. Williams

*Joseph F. Schoendorf Jr.

Donald J. Scott

1997

1998

1999

2000

2001

*James R. Hartzell

Stephen B. Smith

Gary L. Yates

*William W. Wemple

James Miller Jr.

2002

2003

2004

2005

2006

Philip M. Francoeur Jr.

*Charles W. Gaillard

William S. Mowry Jr.

John E. Flatley

Lindsey J. Thomas

2007

2008

2009

2010

2011

Robert A. Cornog

Peter Sulick

Russell G. Overton

Donald P. Wingard

James R. Lozelle

2012

2013-2014

2015-2016

2017-2018

2019-2020

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FAIR WINDS

Private Signals A creative, nautical tradition

The private signal is a small, customdesigned and crafted flag that represents its owner, so it incorporates whatever the owner wants to express. The creative possibilities are endless, ranging from a monogram to a family crest or business logo.

Michael Caronchi /Caronchi Photography

s you dine in the Boaters’ Grille, have you ever wondered about those fanciful burgees—or private signals—festooning the walls? Maybe you’ve wondered about the multitude of framed flags adorned with often-enigmatic symbols and images, such as a pizza pie, dog’s paw, or a stein of beer.

As a proud member of Naples Yacht Club, you can be a part of this tradition. If you want to create a burgee (pronounced b r-jē), NYC has a select company that will facilitate your vision. Simply identify an image, symbol, or design element that represents you. Here are a couple of tips to keep in mind: e

 Avoid small lettering or design elements

because your burgee will typically be seen from a distance.  Choose a simple color palette. Most burgees have four colors or fewer. Once you have the design in mind, contact NYC, and we will provide you with the contact information for a recommended company and designer to make it happen. We have more than 85 on display, and we can make room for more, so feel free to join the tradition.

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2020-2021

At a Glance November 2020 Nov. 10-12 Tuesday Boca Grande (overnight cruise) Nov. 14 Saturday Welcome Back Western Party Nov. 20 Friday Ladies Book Club Nov. 26 Thursday Thanksgiving Dinner

December 2020 Dec. 2 Wednesday Annual Meeting Dec. 5 Saturday 74th Annual Fleet Review & Commissioning Ceremony Dec. 8 Tuesday Speaker Dinner Series with Steve Miller Dec. 10 Thursday NYC Tree Lighting Dec. 24 Thursday Christmas Eve Dinner Dec. 31 Thursday New Year’s Eve

January 2021 Jan. 11-12 Monday Ladies’ Trip to Palm Beach Jan. 12 Tuesday Speaker Dinner Series with Charles Shreeve Jan. 14 Thursday Saturday Night Fever Jan. 15 Friday Ladies Book Club Jan. 19-20 Tuesday Pelican Isle (cruise lite) Jan. 21 Thursday NYC Trivia Night Jan. 28 Tuesday Speaker Dinner Series with Michael Parsons, PhD Jan. 27 Wednesday Esplanade Lunch Cruise

Feb. 4 Thursday Saks Fifth Avenue Fashion Show Feb. 11 Thursday Speaker Dinner Series with Dan Henniger Feb. 14 Sunday Valentine’s Day Dinner Feb. 16-18 Tuesday South Seas Island Resort (overnight cruise) Feb. 19 Friday Ladies Book Club Feb. 27 Saturday Wedding Bell Boogie

March 2021 March 2 Tuesday Salty Sam’s Lunch Cruise March 4 Thursday Mahjong Luncheon March 5 Friday Welcome Aboard March 9-11 Tuesday Sarasota (overnight cruise) March 13 Saturday Commodore’s Ball March 18 Thursday Rosé or Cabernet? March 25-26 Thursday Useppa (cruise lite) March 26 Friday Ladies Book Club March 27 Saturday Magic Night with Keith Raygor

April 2021 April 1 Thursday Speaker Dinner Series with Tom Bulleit April 4 Sunday Easter Brunch & Dinner April 9 Friday California Surfin’ Farewell Party Tuesday Ocean Reef April 13-16 (overnight cruise) April 22 Thursday Rendezvous Dinner April 23 Friday Ladies Book Club

February 2021

May 2021

Feb. 2-3 Tuesday Legacy Harbour (cruise lite)

May 14

Friday

Ladies Book Club

CRUISE

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WAYPOINTS NAPLES YACHT CLUB

2021-2022

WAYPOINTS 2021-2022 • NAPLES YACHT CLUB

LAT 26°7’48” NORTH | LONG 081°47’43” WEST

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