Smooth Sailing November 2017 by Shake Creative

Membership Newsletter

November 2017

Smooth Sailing

! 2017-2018 Commodore & Flag Office s n o i t a l u t a r g n o rs C IN THIS ISSUE: Clubs Within the Club • Around the Club • Thanksgiving, Christmas & NYE Membership Highlights • Upcoming Downtown & Pass-a-Grille Events 1

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COMMODORE’S LOG Chapter 1 And a new year begins It is, of course, a very busy and exciting time taking over as the new Commodore at St. Petersburg Yacht Club. I consider it both an honor and a privilege following in the footsteps of Past Commodore Birkenstock. Through the last four years I have witnessed Bob handle his responsibilities as a Flag Officer with great skill and finesse. It has been an absolute pleasure to work with "Birky" through the years. It is with heartfelt sincerity that I thank Bob for all of his years of service with the Club. The Annual Board of Directors Election results were as follows: Elected Board Members: Chris Bergstrom Gerry Douglas Selga Sakss Chad Shakespeare Brian Smith Bill Waters, II Congratulations also to the new Flag Officers: Vice Commodore James Byrne Rear Commodore Michael Blacker Treasurer David Mendelblatt This year we had an outstanding list of well qualified candidates. I wish to thank everyone for their continued dedication to our great club. Further, for those candidates who ran for the Board and were not elected, please accept my thanks for your efforts. My advice to all don't be discouraged and continue to be involved in the various club committees and activities. There is always next year! SPYC in conjunction with the Museum of History in St. Petersburg is developing an exhibit featuring one of the original Optimist Prams. We continue to find new ways to show the world how SPYC has been so involved through the years in sailing. In Clearwater, some seventy years ago, Clark Mills designed the original Optimist Pram. It was to be a simple, inexpensive boat ($50) for young people. Each boat was designed to be built out of just two sheets of plywood. This one-design dinghy caught on and evolved to be the world's largest one-design class. Over 400,000 prams have been built and sailed in 120+ countries around the world, and of course at SPYC. Our display will feature one of the original one-design wooden prams which introduced thousands

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of young people to the sport of sailing.The exhibit will be kid and family friendly. It is just another way to show how St. Petersburg Yacht Club has had a huge impact on many young people in the local community through its sailing program. Many thanks to Donna Sue Marks and her committee for their efforts on this project. The exhibit will begin in February 2018 at the Museum of History, located at 335 2nd Avenue NE, St. Petersburg. As we proceed into November, there are many club activities that you may be interested in enjoying. Here are a few to choose from: •

Member Appreciation party - October 22nd, I hope to see everyone there!

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Wing Shooters Annual "Ready, Aim, Cure" Clay Shooting Tournament - October 28th at SarasotaTrap and Skeet. I along with three Past Commodores will be shooting on the "Commodore Team", attempting to win the 1st place team trophy for the second time.

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High School Keelboat National Championship - November 3rd5th

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Vintage Motor Classic - Sunday, November 5th

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Commodore’s Ball - Saturday, November 11th – this is the crown jewel of the SPYC events, followed on Sunday with the Blessing of the Fleet and Jazz Brunch.

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The Mallory Cup Regatta - November 9th-12th. The winner will represent the U.S. in the World Sailing Champion's qualifier!

Rumor has it that roadwork is to be completed by November 30th in Pass-a-Grille! Our new retractable awning has been completed at the Beach Club. This makes our outside dining really fantastic! Give it a try, it is really enjoyable. Our Long Range Planning committee continues to investigate the possibilities of a pool, Tiki bar, and other improvements at our Beach Club location. I think they would be great additions, helping to develop the beach facility to the fullest. Please browse through Smooth Sailing and look at the many events happening as well as the reports from our Clubs Within the Club. Enjoy & see you at the Club!

Joseph W. Klingel, Commodore The Mission of St. Petersburg Yacht Club is to encourage and support yachting, and provide a comfortable social environment for our members and guests, while preserving and enhancing the Club’s traditions and prestige.

The St. Petersburg Yacht Club 2017-2018 Annual Election

Joseph Klingel, Commodore James Byrne, Vice Commodore Michael Blacker, Rear Commodore David Mendelblatt, Treasurer Jeff Locker, Secretary 2017-2018 Board Members: Chris Bergstrom P/C Robert Birkenstock Scott Boyle James Deininger Gerry Douglas Grant Dumas Jim Henderson Jeff Locker David Mendelblatt George Pennington Selga Sakss Chad Shakespeare Brian Smith Bill Waters, II Barbara Weller

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Congratulations to our new Commodore, Flag Officers and new Board Members for the 2017-2018 fiscal year.

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CLUB MEMBERSHIP Bill Waters Membership Chairman

New Members ACTIVE:

Mr. & Mrs. Steven & Jane Trent Mr. & Mrs. Bernard & Margaret Pella Mr. & Mrs. Thomas & Tamara Guilford Mr. & Mrs. John & Noel Wood

ACTIVE BOAT OWNER:

Mr. & Mrs. Kai & Stephanie Cox Mr. & Mrs. Jonathan & Cindy Hunt-Aljasir Mr. Kevin Sullivan & Dr. Noelle Boucquey Mr. & Mrs. Herbert & Stephanie Hoffman, II

NON RESIDENT:

Mr. & Mrs. Shahe & Shirley Momjian Mr. & Mrs. Thomas & Jeannette Fross

INTERMEDIATE:

SPYC's new Executive Committee for 2017-2018 includes:

House & Grounds........................R/C Michael Blacker Finance Committee.......................Treasurer, David Mendelblatt Membership................................Bill Waters Legal & Bylaws............................Joe DiVito Sailing Center..............................William Reed Junior Activities...........................Grant Dumas Government & CG Liaison..........Chris Spencer Sponsorship.................................Gerry Douglas Entertainment..............................Jeannie O’Grady Salty Sister Captain......................Gina Bowden Pierce Fleet Captain...............................Angela Kowalik Long Range Planning...................Frank Fraze Yachting Information....................Donna Sue Marks Regatta General...........................George Pennington Port Captain.................................Fred Higham Ocean Racing...............................Selga Sakss FCYC Delegate............................Nancy Vildibill Power Boat Competition.............Barbara Weller Event Development.....................Wayne Andrews We thank each of you for your continued dedication, hard work and support of this great Club.

Mr. & Mrs. Todd & Kari Adams

REINSTATE:

Mr. & Mrs. James & Donna Nannen Mr. & Mrs. Edward & Mary Susan Berry

PROPOSERS:

The Club relies on our members’ proposals and we thank you for your support! Mr. Harvey Adams Mr. Loren Hoffman Mr. Charles Burrell Wood, Jr. Mr. James Deininger Mr. & Mrs. Jeffrey & Jessica Lowe Mr. Adam Gyson Mr. George Kinemond Mr. Michael Noble Ms. Alexis Winning Mr. Stephen Walcutt Mr. Tom Morlock

Sunday, December 31, 2017 New Years Eve Hours & Events: Lounge: Opens 1PM • Tiki Hut: Opens 1PM • (Exclusive Lounge/Tiki Menu available)

VIP Party in the Commodore Room 7PM ∙ (Limited to 40 people)

$105++/Per Person Elegant Seated Dinner Featuring: Butler Passed Champagne & Hors d' Oeuvres Amuse Bouche: Citrus Chive Cream Fraiche & American Paddle Fish Cavier Appetizer: Savory Gulf Snapper Ceviche Soup: Petite Lobster Cappuccino Vanilla Bean Foam Salad: Baby Mache & Hearts of Palm Intermezzo: Mango Chablis Ice Cream & Fresh Berries Choice of Entree: *Pan Roasted Peking Duck Grand Marnier *Petite Bacon Wrapped Filet Mignon & Canadian Cold Water Lobster *Seared Wild Isles Scottish Salmon *Rosemary scented New Zealand Lamb Chops Served Dessert: Hazelnut Marjolaine Includes: Live Pianist, Upgraded Party Favors, Midnight Champagne Toast & admission to the Dessert Room/CLUB SPYC in the Ballroom.

RSVP at 727-892-6882 or catering@spyc.org

Dress Code: Black Tie Preferred

Grille 1909

Ring in the New Year at

SPYC!” Dinner & Dancing “CLUB 8pm-Midnight A Big Evening of

Reservations for 7PM or 9:30PM

$68.00++/Per Person

Only want to attend the "CLUB SPYC" upstairs?

New Years Eve Dinner in Grille 1909 Includes:

$30.00++/Per Person

Salad & choice of Entree, plus a Glass of Wine with Dinner. Afterwards....make your way upstairs to the Ballroom for an exciting evening at "CLUB SPYC" from 8PM-Midnight! Bar, Champagne Toast at Midnight, Live DJ, Photobooth, Party Favors & Fireworks to watch from the Balcony.

RSVP at 727-822-3873

Festivities Include: Dessert Buffet, Coffee Bar, Champagne Toast at Midnight, Live DJ, Photobooth, Party Favors & Fireworks to watch from the Balcony. (9PM & Midnight)

RSVP at 727-892-6882 -OR- 6887

(PFO/Cash Bar Available)

(Cancellations honored until Wednesday, December 27th. If cancellation is received after this date, your original reservation will be charged. This policy applies to ALL New Years Eve events listed above.)

Monday, January 1st, 2018

Held Downtown in the Compass Room & at Pass-a-Grille from 4-6pm.

New Year’s Day

Annual Eggnog Party

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Yacht Club Tradition

Members Only (Downtown & Pass-a-Grille Clubhouse opens at 4pm) Heritage Lounge: Open 4:00-8:00PM Grille 1909: Serving from 5:00-8:00PM

by Todd Fedyszyn – Youth Sailing Director

USODA SE Championships a Success!!! E W AT

Over the long weekend of October 7th-9th, SPYC hosted the USODA SE Championships which also served as the Spring Team Qualifier for sailors looking to travel internationally over Easter of 2018. Two-hundred and seventy-three sailors from all over the USA, Guatemala, Puerto Rico, US Virgin Islands, Bermuda, Brazil, Mexico and Ecuador were in attendance. Sailors were treated to some great conditions with 10-15 knot winds out of the southeast, clocking to the south on the first two days of racing. Unfortunately the wind gods did not cooperate on day three so the event finished with the 7 races sailed over the first two days. Stefan Baker was crowned the Overall Champion winning all 7 races. Peter Foley and Venessa Larkhamp finished in 2nd and 3rd place overall. The top SPYC finishers were Guthrie Braun in 59th, Dorothy Mendelblatt in 128th and Bella Shakespeare in 135th. Also competing for SPYC were Taylor Brown, Ava Shakespeare, Kate Danielson, Sidney Moyer, Logan Rimel, Trent Boicheff, Jack Carter, Elizabeth McCree, Julia Connelly and Reid Nelson. Once again the SPYC Race Committee did what they do best and provided the sailors with the best race course possible. BIG “Thank You” to all who volunteered both on and off the water!!

Photos courtesy of Phil Pape Photography

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ANNUAL

St. Petersburg Yacht Club

2017-2018 Regatta Schedule ICSA College Single-Handed National Championships ..........Nov. 3-5 United States Adult Sailing Championship ....................Nov. 9-12 High School Keelboat National Championship .............Nov. 17-19 America's Disabled Regatta ............................................Dec. 1-3 Snipes States/Gaspar ......................................................Jan. 6-7 Master Driver Team Race ............................................Jan. 13-14 J/88 & J/111 Midwinter Championships .......................Jan. 19-21 Valentine's Regatta .........................................................Feb. 3-4 Distance Classic to Venice YC ........................................Feb. 9-10 NOOD .......................................................................Feb. 16-18 Thistles Midwinters Eat Championship ....................Feb. 26-Mar. 2 St. Petersburg-Habana Race ..................................Feb. 26-Mar. 3 Crown Cars Regatta ......................................................Mar. 9-10 SPYC Twilight Series ................................begins Mar. 16-Aug. 30 Winter Lightning Championships .................................Mar. 23-25 SPYC Laser Gulf Coast Championships ....................Mar. 30-Apr. 1 Ted Irwin Memorial Pusser's Rum Cup ..............................Apr. 6-7 Suncoast Raceweek ............................Apr. 12-15, Awards Apr. 20 Regata del Sol al Sol ................Apr. 26 Registration, Start Apr. 27 ............................................................................Awards, May 4 Allison Jolly .....................................................................May 12

For the NOR (Notice of Race) including online entry fees & deadlines please visit www.SPYC.org and click on “Regattas”.

Yachting Recognition Awards

Blessing of the Fleet Sunday, November 12th PROCESSION BEGINS AT 10:30AM SPYC MAIN DOCKS For Blessing Details & Registration, contact: Member.services@spyc.org

Save the Date:

"LIGHTING OF THE YACHTS" December 9th, SPYC Main Docks (details TBA soon)

St. Petersburg Yacht Club

Call for Nominations! DEADLINE for Nominations: January 15, 2018

ELIGIBILITY: - Club members, Spouses, and Dependents - Junior Sailors and Members of the Sailing Center - Other Individuals who have received national recognition for yachting accomplishments -

Selection Criteria for Individuals who... · Have distinguished themselves and brought honor to SPYC by outstanding performance in national/international yachting competition; · Have accomplishments in race or event management of such significance as to draw national/international recognition;

February 3-4, 2018 USODA Team Trials Qualifier

Notice of Race for both Optimists & Lasers can be found on our

website: www.usoda.org

· Through long and noteworthy service in yachting activities, distinguish themselves to an unusual & unique degree;

Stay up to date on Facebook: St Petersburg Yacht Club Junior Sailing Team

· Including...a special award is given to a Cruiser who has embarked on a long journey in 2017.

Hosted by the Saint Petersburg Yacht Club Saint Petersburg Florida

For more details or to submit your nominations please contact: Trisha Birkenstock at trishab@tampabay.rr.com

Contact: SPYC Coaches at Vdayregatta@gmail.com or 727-896-8101

The St. Petersburg Yacht Club proudly presents...

The 50th Year & Golden Anniversary of the Regata del Sol al Sol Race to Mexico FOR INFORMATION GO TO: www.spyc.org , Click Sailing, Regattas, then Regata del Sol al Sol under the Sun Logo, or www.regatadelsolalsol.org

Reduced entry if ALL fees paid by December 31, 2017- Discount For Regata Del Sol al Sol if you compete in the St. Petersburgâ&#x20AC;&#x201C;Habana Race too! See Notice of Race for OFFICIAL Details

APRIL 26 - MAY 4, 2018 Event Sponsors

Registration is Now OPEN to compete in the 2018 St. Petersburg Habana Race

For Notice of Race & Online Registration visit: http://spychabanarace.com *Final Deadline for all Entries and Fees is Midnight, Monday, November 13, 2017*

Who will WIN 1st to Finish & Line honors in 2018?

Thanksgiving "Opti Learn to Sail" Camp Registration includes Lunch Ages 8-13 $300 (plus tax) per student Four Full Days! 8:30am-4:30pm November 18th - 21st Details & Registration, contact the SPYC Sailing Center at 727-822-3113. www.SPYC.org

2017 Sailing Schedule Adult Learn to Sail Classes

Taught in our Ideal 18’s Weekends 8:30am-3:30pm November 25/26 December 9/10 and 16/17 Please inquire regarding SPYC Member discounts

by John Arsenault The Wing Shooters enjoy shooting sporting clays every Friday. Usually there are 12-15 of us weekly. Our membership is about fifty and we meet the second Thursday of the month at 6:00pm, with dinner served at 7:00pm. New shooters are always welcome and no experience is necessary. The Wing Shooters, like so many other SPYC members, often escape the heat in further north environs. This photo was taken at the sporting clays files at the Biltmore in Ashville, when Jack Cartier and Tom Hatton were visiting escapees John Hanner and Mark Foster.

Adult Intermediate Classes

Taught on various weekends 8:30am-3:30pm $100 for Yacht Club Members November 4/5

Sailing Demonstration and Social Join us for a 30 minute sail with instructor followed by a Social to meet other members & sailors. Cost: $20/pp Nov. 12th . Dec. 10th 10:30-11:00am, 11:00-11:30am OR 11:30am-Noon

J/70 Reminders

Certified J/70 skippers may reserve boats a minimum of 24 hours prior to desired use. Boats may be reserved for events including the J/70 Winter Series, SPSA racing and J/70 Friday night races (A $50 plus tax (per day) usage fee will apply). · To become a J/70 certified skipper please contact the Sailing Center at 727.822.3113 or sailingcenter@spyc.org For more details including date availability, please contact the Sailing Center at 727-822-3113. Visit us online at www.sailstpete.org

Sometimes us Wing Shooters like the variety of using other guns for target practice. Recently we visited Fish Hawk Sporting Clays to try out their new pistol range. After an intensive safety orientation, we registered as “capable” of using their range. Here's Jim Montgomery showing his form for maximum accuracy. I'm not sure how successful that was! Eight members of our group got to participate and even had one man who fired a pistol for the first time, although he had hunted extensively in the past. There were a variety of targets available and many of us were surprised at how difficult it was to score with our aging eyes and muscle!

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by Barbara Weller

Power Boat Competition Seeing Florida By Water …

October found us at O’Maddy’s in Gulf Port … great company, great food and planning for future boat trips and boating related activities too! Hope you can join this growing active group as we explore our local waters and locations too. We will be posting our itinerary on our club web page with greater regularity along with photos and information. November and December are very busy months at SPYC with the Commodore’s Ball, Blessing of Fleet, and of course our Annual Awards and Holiday Dinner. This year the Annual Awards and Holiday Dinner will be held on Friday, December 8th. As always, this dinner is held in conjunction with the Cruising Fleet and will be a “not to miss event” again this year… truly!!!! Mark your calendars and call Catering at 727-892-6887 or email spyccatering@ tampabay.rr.com for reservations I am also very pleased to announce that SPYC has been selected to host the 2018 North American Invitational cruising navigational rally. We last hosted this event in October 2011. This event draws experienced visiting yachtsman from yacht clubs all over the country, including the San Diego and Chicago Yacht Clubs. This event is a club-wide effort and will need volunteers to support the many aspects of this event.

Emerald Star Boat Owners and Crew

Emerald Star II

Maurice and Maureen

Let me give a quick overview of this updated event: Like a car rally, the boat driver and his/her navigation team, prior to the event starting, predict how long it will take for the boat to complete a given course (ie: point A to point B to point C, etc.). All instruments may be used except a time piece while underway so that the captain cannot adjust speed to match the predicted time for that leg. The boat with the least amount of total error wins. We are in the process of putting together a team to organize and implement this event. Many of you may remember or have experience in predicted log events. Many of you have experience in organizing events or race management. If so…we need you! We also are seeking10 boat owners who will be willing to allow the experienced visiting yachtsman to “use” their boats for the rally. By use, I mean “get to know the boat so that they can predict the behavior of the boat”; in order to predict the time it will take the boat to complete the course. Boat owners are participants and are never off their boats at any time visiting yachtsman are aboard. Boat owners are invited and included (gratis) in all activities for visiting yachtsman. This event will be “rally” sanctioned by NACA and we are excited about bringing this event to St. Petersburg. If you can, we’d love to have you participate and bring your experience and knowledge to the table. Barbara Weller, Chair, Power Boat Competition, barbara.weller221@yahoo.com, 941-356-1680. November 2017 Smooth Sailing 9

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Welcome Aboard!! As we wind down this year, and gear up for another, I’m proud to provide continuity as your Fleet Captain again to carry on for the coming year. We had a lot of fun this year, and expect more of the same. For example, even with Hurricane Irma, we still managed to have our September cruise (9/15-9/17) to Tampa Yacht Club. Thank you to Camille Iurillo & Joe Petrella, our Port Directors, for “weathering” under the storm and managing under all the stress to bring the cruise together. Five boats made the trip and we had several by “iron dinghy” for dinner at Tampa YC on Friday, and Roux in South Tampa on Saturday. Another great weekend!

September Port Directors: Camille Iurillo & Joe Petrella

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Salty Sisters

September started a new season of sailing for the Salty Sisters. We started out in full force in Ideals, 420’s, and Prams. The Prams sailed the Edie Pace Memorial Trophy race on September 20th. This race is in memory of Edie Pace, who was a Salty Sister from 1958 to 2011. She remained an active member until she passed at age 97. Co-Captain Gina Bowden-Pierce colorfully 420 Sailors - Lori Leadbetter & described her as “hell on Rosemary Sherman wheels.” We sail this race annually as close to her birthday (Sept. 23rd), as possible. This year’s results were: Tove Kullman – 1st place, Betty Proper – 2nd place, and Carol Hansen – 3rd place.

Cruising Fleet at Tampa YC

Upcoming events for the Cruising Fleet to enjoy include: •

Cruising Fleet Dinner Meeting – Thursday, Nov 9 (5:30 social, 6:30 dinner, program to follow)

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Cruising Fleet tables at the Commodore’s Ball (Sat. Nov 11) and Jazz Brunch (Nov 12)

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November Blessing of the Fleet – Sunday, Nov 12

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December Annual Holiday & Awards Dinner – Friday, Dec 8

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Lighting of the Yachts – Saturday, Dec 9

Our November 9th Dinner Program Meeting will focus on Red Tide, something you’ve experienced or at least heard about and a major focus of research at Mote Marine Laboratory. Claire Grove from Mote Marine will explain what it is, and what they are learning about it. We will also begin sign-up for our February Cruise to Marina Jacks.

Race Committee - Mary Alice Edie Pace Winners - Carol Hansen, Bolline, Sue Davidson, Nina Glover Tove Kullman, Betty Proper

September 27th was Gina’s last Wednesday as Co-Captain and we had 42 participants sailing in Ideals and Prams. Great way to end her Co-Captain season!! We completed our Mother Ducky races in Prams with each team having to cross the finish line at the same time. Each team consisted of a “Mother Duck” and two “Ducklings.” Everyone had a great time despite the light winds and HOT temperatures. First place team consisted of “Mother Duck” Tove Kullman and her “Ducklings”, Gwen Mann and Donna Papa. Our new class of 2017 joined the fun in the second race as we introduced them to racing with the Salties. Mother Duck, Joanne Simmons lead her “Ducklings”, Katie Rodgers and “Newbie” Joan Stephenson to a first place win. October will begin our Pram Trophy races; the Jobin, Misfit, and Chili.

November Program: Red Tide – what’s it all about

I hope all of you will join us for our annual Blessing of the Fleet on Sunday, November 12th. Bring your boat or join us on the docks to receive a blessing, accompanied by our incoming Flag Officers and Fleet Captain (yours truly). Be a part of this historic tradition! Inquire or sign-up for our events on the SPYC Website, Cruising Fleet page. Looking forward to serving again as SPYC Fleet Captain and seeing you on the water…. 10

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Mother Ducky Winners - Gwen Mann, Tove Kullman, Donna Papa

It’s so nice to see so many of you back from your travels. Please join us for our fantastic November program featuring Henthorne Art Foto—you’ll discover that a whole new world is closer than you think.

November Program – Henthorne Art Foto: An Adventure Photographer’s Tales

Artist and explorer Henthorne is an international award-winning artist who works in the medium of high contrast black and white photography. Influenced primarily by his passion for the oceans of the world, these intersections of ocean and earth provide the backdrop for his minimalistic ethereal visions of cumulative time. When was the last time you did something for the first time? Henthorne knows how easily life can become nothing more than a series of habits. Dedicated to inspiring world travel and exploration, this adventure-seeking creative knows the only way to truly stop is to go. Of course, Henthorne is speaking to the choir with our group, many of whom are also regular and seasoned travelers! Henthorne will lead us on a world-class journey that will inspire us to continue to live a life made of experiences to be savored and treasured. Viewed through an artist's lens and an adventurer’s heart, you may even discover yet another level for appreciating all that life and travel offers through his talk An Adventure Photographer’s Tales. Wednesday, November 15, Waterfront Room Social time: 5:00 p.m., Meeting & Program: 5:30 p.m.

Amateur Radio Club by Dick Mordaunt, AB1NI

The SPYC Amateur Radio Club met at Pass-a-Grille on September 18th.  Elections were held and the new slate is: President - Jack Satterfield, Vice President - Frank Mann and Secretary/Treasurer - Barbara Watson.

Woman’s Club Interest Groups

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Woman’s Club AT ST. PETERSBURG YACHT CLUB

Book Group Facilitator: Shirley Barbel Nov 16 (3rd Thursday): Gilead by Marilynn Robinson Social time: 5:00 pm Discussion: 5:30 – 6:30 Meets the 4th Wed each month Contact: sbarbel@aol.com

Mah Jongg Facilitator: Carolyn Rehberger Lessons are regularly offered for new players. Meets every Thurs @ 1:00 pm [Lunch @ noon optional] Contact: sicar6@gmail.com or 727-895-8243

Bridge Group Facilitator: Joyce Sterrett Meets every Tues @ 1:00pm in the Bridge Room. [Lunch @ 12:00 optional] Contact: 727-822-5878

Travel Group Facilitator: Pat Seifried Meets 2nd Wednesday of every month (times and dates may vary) Contact: pat@seafreedtravel.com

Golf Group Facilitator: Helene Hardick Back in “full swing”: Meets each Fri Oct 15 thru May 15, 8:30 am for 9:00 am tee time at Cypress Links Contact: hhardick@alwaysonline.net

Sunshine Facilitator: Sondra Seay-Frisbie If someone is ill or could use cheering up Contact: sondra.seay@gmail.com [Please note – these are subject to change each month] Membership in the Woman’s Club is required to participate in the Interest Group activities.

We also invite you to join us after the Program for Dinner in the 1909 or at Trivia. Reservations are taken at the meeting when you arrive, so we look forward to seeing you there! Come and see what you are missing!!! New & returning members are always welcome—to become a member contact our Membership Chair Debbie Walcutt (knoticaly@hotmail.com) or 321-437-6695. The Mission of the Woman’s Club is to embrace new friendships, promote social activities and increase women’s involvement in the SPYC.

If you are not a member of the ARC but have an interest in Amateur Radio, please come and talk to us. By the time this is printed you may have tested out just how to send email without wifi, following the demonstration at the Members Appreciation Party in October. Yes it is possible! The next main ARC meeting at Pass-a-Grille will be November 20th, when we will all stay for dinner afterwards- see you then!

Jack presented immediate past President Dick Mordaunt with a 1939 edition of Boy's Life, which contained an interesting article on Amateur Radio and thanked Dick for his hard work for the group over the last four years.   The group will continue to meet on Monday evenings at the Pass-a-Grille Clubhouse, at 5:00pm, in advance of the 5.30pm Information Net. Several stay for some dinner so come and join the group. Thanks to Jack, Frank and Bob for continuing to run the Net.

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On Saturday, October 7th, the Broad Reachers held their Annual Welcome Back Meeting with 20 members present. Captain Joanne Simmons opened her first meeting by welcoming back everyone from the summer break.

Oct. 7th General Meeting

Race Captain Katie Rodgers announced that she has scheduled a full year of Saturday sailing and racing!!! In addition, we’re looking forward to participating in many FWSA Interclubs, the first being held at Davis Island on Oct. 10th. This year the Broad Reachers are very excited to have an entry in the FWSA Championship Regatta. This race is sailed in Ideals and being held on October 17th. Barbara Watson will be skippering with Charl Hadfield and Carol Hansen crewing. This may be the first time in Broad Reacher’s history that they have had a team entered in the Championship. The Broad Reachers are busy planning for the 46th Annual Commodore Lucas Invitational on October 27th. Nine clubs have been invited to sail in the race. The Lucas Trophy was presented by Commodore John Lucas, Jr. in 1972 to the Broad Reachers of Pass-a-Grille Yacht Club “to promote racing between female sailing groups in the Tampa Bay area and to encourage proficiency in seamanship, sportsmanlike conduct and outstanding proficiency in this sport.”

Captain Joanne Simmons

Commodore John Lucas, Jr.

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In September the Golf Group played the challenging Legacy Golf Club in Lakewood Ranch. It was a particularly warm day (i.e. HOT!!!) but this was offset by the lovely setting, great staff, and free lunch and beer. We also had a small group and therefore invited guests to join us. With a total of 20 members and guests, we had a delightful and challenging outing. In first place with an impressive -2 were Roger Gooch, Bill Newton, Bill Knudsu and Gill Pinney. Second place winners at +4 were Jack Howard, Nydia Weinstock, Bill Protz and Emmett Coe. Finishing third at +5 were Joe Hartman, Theresa Matthews, Martin Morris, and Bill Waas. The course was so challenging that on one of the par 3’s, no one hit the green. For the others, Elizabeth Anderson, Martin Morris, and Gill Pinney zeroed in on the greens. Karen Lieberman was closest to the line on hole #1. Mark your calendars: • Bayou Country Club: Oct. 10th, Tuesday, 9:30 am, shotgun, fee $43+ • University Park Country Club: Nov. 15th, Wednesday, 9:15 am, double tees, fee $50+ • Innisbrook (North Course): Dec. 5th, Tuesday, 8:30 am, double tees, fee $50+  • Christmas Party: Dec. 7th, Thursday, 6PM  If interested in joining the Golf Group, please contact John and Susan Arsenault at SueatCP@aol.com.

Come join us for fun once a month scrambles!

by Eva Hefner, Immediate Past President

Chico’s Fashion Show Monday, November 13, 11 a.m. Have you seen the latest fashions from Chico’s at Sundial? Enhance your shopping experience and find your own perfect style from casual wear to formal wear to holiday wear. Who doesn’t like a fashion show? Bring a guest -- $10.00 payable to the Ladies Beach Club plus lunch.

In September to start off our 2017-2018 season, we laughed and enjoyed the one-act comedies and plays presented by Joan Petitti and her cast. These are original one-act plays mostly written by local playwrights. The group performs at La Cote Basque Winehouse in Gulfport on the 3rd Wednesday and Thursday of each month.

Have you learned to play Mah Jongg yet? Every Monday, we have a fun-loving group playing MJ at 1 p.m. with optional lunch at noon. For details, please contact Barbara Casey at barbarahap@aol.com

If you would like to join the Ladies Beach Club or have not renewed for 2017-2018 contact our Membership Chairwoman, Sondra Seay-Frisbie, 727-542-3077 (sondra.seay@gmail.com). It’s $30.00 annually and worth every penny!

CLUB

Saltwater Anglers

by Capt. Wayne Andrews

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BEACH CLUB

SPYC AT PASS-A-GRILLE

Ladies

SPYC Saltwater Anglers Host 2017 Fishing Tournament The Captains meeting for the SPYC 2017 Fishing Tournament was well attended. A number of our sponsors as well captains and anglers all turned out at Pass-a-Grille to enjoy a festive evening. We are fortunate to have a number of local sponsors who donated food, spirits, and tournament prizes. Unfortunately, the fishing was postponed one week due to a tropical storm in the gulf - look for results in the next issue.

Despite the storm conditions over the weekend, we still got out for a productive day offshore with Bill Mann recently. George Kinemond, an avid inshore angler, made the trip with us offshore and good thing he did, George cranked in a couple of fine Red Grouper. Great day for all with a limit on Red Grouper, and a few nice Lane Snapper to boot! Fall fishing season is underway, please join us! Get on the email list! The Saltwater Anglers meet at 6:00pm on the second Wednesday evening of every month at the Downtown Clubhouse. Please come join us at one of our next meeting on November 8th, and December 13th, or sign up at www.SPYC.org; click on the “Clubs” tab, scroll down to Saltwater Anglers, click on the Sign Up & Contact Info Form and get your email on the list. November 2017 Smooth Sailing 13

SUN

MON

TUES

Happy Hour 4-7pm

FRIDAY

SATURDAY Live Music on the Deck From 5:00-8:00pm

Hours of Operation: Tues & Wed: CLOSED Mon, Thurs, Fri & Sat: 11:30AM-9:30PM (Menu available until 9PM)

THURS

FRI

Happy Hour 4-7pm

20 Mah Jongg 1:00pm Amateur Radio Club 5:30pm

Bloody Mary Bar & Brunch 11am-2pm

Mah Jongg 1:00pm

Buccaneer's Halftime Pop Party!

Happy Hour 4-7pm

CLOSED

24 21

28 28

4 Broad Reachers 11am

Bingo! 6:30pm

Live Music on Deck 5-8pm

Happy Hour 4-7pm

Bridge 11:30am

Happy Hour 4-7pm

15 18

25 22

SAT

Bridge 11:30am

Broad Reachers 11am Live Music on Deck 5-8pm

16 Bridge 11:30am

Ladies Beach Club 11am

19 Buccaneer's Halftime Pop Party ~ Russet Fries BOGO! Domestic Buckets of Beer $11++

CLOSED

Mah Jongg 1:00pm

14 12

CLOSED

THURSDAY

Buccaneer's Halftime Pop Party ~ Russet Fries BOGO! Domestic Buckets of Beer $11++

8 11

CLOSED

Unsinkables 6-9pm

CLOSED

Buccaneer's Halftime Pop Party ~ Russet Fries BOGO! Domestic Buckets of Beer $11++

CLOSED

TUESDAY

WEDNESDAY

For Reservations Please Call: 727-360-1646

Happy Hour 4-7pm

CLOSED

WED

Happy Hour 4-7pm

17 Wine Society 6:00pm

18 Broad Reachers 11am Live Music on Deck 5-8pm

Happy Thanksgiving!

Broad Reachers 11am

Thanksgiving Dinner: Noon-4:00pm

Live Music on Deck 5-8pm

CLOSED

MONDAY

Pass-a-Grille

November

CLOSED

SUNDAY

The Beach Club at

CLOSED

WEEKLY EVENTS

30 Bridge 11:30am Happy Hour 4-7pm

December Upcoming Events (all dates subject to change) 4: Unsinkables - 4: Ladies Beach Club - 7: Bingo 9: Christmas Cookie Decorating - 15: Wine Society - 18: Amateur Radio Club 31: New Years Eve at the Beach Club - January 1, 2018: Annual Eggnog Party 4-6pm in the Lounge

Sunday: Noon-8:00PM Menu Available Sundays *IMPORTANT NOTICE* (except Sunday Brunch Please contact Pass-a-Grille Management for space availability prior to all last Sunday of each month Smooth Sailing 2017 Events taking place at the Beach Club. Call Kerrie at - 727-360-1646. 14from 11am-2pm) NovemberSpecial

WEEKLY EVENTS

Downtown Clubhouse

November

Clubhouse Main # (727) 822-3873 MON

TUES

Vintage Motor Classic begins at 8am

18:47

Golf Group 6pm

CLOSED CLOSED

Salty Sisters

17:42

Wine Society 6pm

CLOSED

18:45

17:42

17:39

Commodore's Ball, begins 6pm

Christmas Boutique 1-6pm

17:38

THURSDAY

17:37

Brunch Buffet 11am-3pm Grille 1909 Dining 3-7pm Club Hours 11am-8pm

Burger Bar 4-8pm

17:35

Salty Sisters

Breakfast Buffet 7-9AM Oktoberfest Specials! Served Every Wednesday in Grille 1909 ~ 5:30-9:30pm

Riders Club 6pm 17:39

17:36

Breakfast Buffet 7-9AM (Served in Bridge Room) Happy Hour 4-7PM in Lounge

WEDNESDAY

17:41

Gingerbread Decorating 10am-1pm

17:36

Breakfast Buffet 7-9AM Captains Wines ~ 1/2 Price!

FRIDAY

Breakfast Buffet 7-9AM Tiki Hut Happy Hour 5-7PM

Crispy Southern Fried Chicken (Nov. 21,22 & 24)

TUESDAY

High School Keelboat Nat. Championship 17th-19th

22 Thanksgiving 23

Meet & Greet 5:30pm

Sunday Brunch Buffet Grille 1909 10:30AM-1:30PM Tiki Hut Happy Hour 3-5PM

MONDAY

Tyrolian Style Baked Beef Brisket (Nov. 14 - 17)