The Poker Run - Peninsula Yacht Club

Volume 165
June 2010
Get Your Poker Run
Hands Now!
The Poker Run
featuring the music of “Second Nature”
on Saturday, June 5th, 2010
See inside for more details and Sponsors...
FROM
THE
BOW...
by Loraine Vienne,
General Manager
Dear Members,
Recently, we have experienced, as have
several other Marinas, a rash of breakins in our Marina. I want each of you to
know that we are working with the Cornelius and Mecklenburg Police Departments to invetigate all possible measures
of action for additioanl security. I appreciate all the calls, input and reccomendations. We have been exploring various
feasable options with the police department, owners and management. We will
be posting signs on the gates and on the
end of the “T”s indicating that we are on
the patrol watch of both police departments.
We have been put on a zone check by the
police department, our security officers
have been notified and the police officers
will be installing a deer camera (motion
activated) to take pictures.
Harry and his staff have been keeping
a closer eye on the gates and when they
find or hear they’re not working - they
are trying to get them fixed as soon as
possible. Please notify me in the front
office if you are having specific issues
with your gate. We held our 2nd Annual
Marina/Boating Safety Day this past Saturday in which many members had the
opportunity to speak with local officials.
If you find you have had an unauthorized boarding on your boat it is most
important that you report it to the Police
Department, even if nothing is taken.
We are also exploring the future action of
limiting service vendors here at the Marina and instituting a policy that all detailors and venders may only be hired and
let onto the docks by our marina staff
to eliminate the dock codes being given
out freely to the many service vendors,
who freely frequent our marina, hired by
Members. Please feel free to call my office
with additional concerns or suggestions.
I look forward to seeing you at the club!
Loraine Ellis Vienne, General Manager
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Feature Event
Summer is here and so is…
The Poker Run - June 5th!
It’s time to
make your plans
for one of the
most anticipated
club events! Poker
hands are still available,
so don’t wait!
11:30 am- Captain’s meeting
12:00 pm- Poker Run begins
4:30 pm-Scoring begins
5:00 pm -Stops close
5:30 pm -Band begins
6:00 pm -Scoring ends
6:00 - 8:00 pm Dinner Buffet
6:15 pm -Official Judging
7:15 pm -Award Ceremony
PokerHands
can be bought
from land if you
don’t have a boat and
you can participate in
the fun of the evening
activities with all
the great members
here at PYC!
Cost is $18.95 ++ Buffet & Dance
RESERVATIONS REQUIRED - 48 HR Cancellation Policy
featuring the band “Second Nature”
Sponsored By:
Title Sponsor
Stop Sponsors
Member Sponsors
Ace of Diamonds -John & Paula Vincent
King of Clubs - John F. Hansel, PA
Queen of Hearts - Shelter Roofing, Brian Zimney
Club NEWS & Information
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We Welcome Ryann Klein,
Catering Sales & Event Manager
Ryann has been working in parts of the service industry for ten years. She
began as a server and bartender working her way through college at University
of North Carolina at Wilmington where she enjoyed the fast pace of the industry and the seasons on the coast of North Carolina. After moving to Charlotte in 2006, she completed her Bachelors degree at the University of North
Carolina at Charlotte majoring in Communications and Public Relations.
She interned and then was brought on full-time as an Event Coordinator and Manager for a production company in Charlotte called Extravaganza. Her clients loved her attention to detail, hard work ethic and positive attitude.
She has been a staff member at The Peninsula Yacht Club since April 2010 and looks forward to an active summer on the lake and getting to know all the members and families.
As a native (18 years) of Colorado, she enjoys the outdoors and traveling. Time allowing, she participates in area charity runs and volunteers for non-profit activities.
a column by Alex Rooker
As this Newsletter makes it to your in-box, the June 5th Poker
Run will be upon us. Unless there is lightening in the sky, I heartedly suggest “doing” the event- even if it rains. Some years ago
my sailboat family joined friends on their power boat and proceeded even though it was a relatively cold, gray, overcast morning spitting rain. We all had rain gear and relished the event
because it was more than a boat ride, it was an adventure.
To enjoy the on-water part of the event, small craft work ( or
have a friend with one!). For example, Poker Run 2006 my wife, Diann, and mother,
Vivian, joined me on a Sea Doo GTX. Off we blasted, from the club, in search of more
adventure. We immediately found the first installment- a floating beer can on the lake.
I stopped the Sea Doo --and in attempting to retrieve the trash, we turned the Sea Doo
over. As it is often said, “no good deed goes unpunished”. Thank goodness we were able
to air-dry going to the various pick up points. My Mom, now 82 years old, still talks
about that Poker Run above all the others she has attended.
This year, folks can obtain poker hands at the club. So you can join the fun without a
personal “adventure”. We conclude the day with a band and a dinner beginning early
evening.
BEACH MUSIC CONCERT - FRIDAY JULY 2ND - Huntersville Ford is sponsoring
the Craig Woolard Band to kick off our Independence Celebration. www.craigwoolard.
com opens with a sample of what we will enjoy. Buffet starts the evening at 6:00 pm
with the band beginning to play at 7:00 pm. Enjoy the whole weekend: make use of
the pool, take out a kayak, sail a lazer, take out your own boat- then shower and change
clothes at the club and stay for the evening sunset while enjoying the food and service.
Years ago a close friend used to remark, as we were vacationing together, “who has more
fun than we do”. That could well become a motto for PYC members.
Join the
2010 Fleet Committee on
the Second Saturday of
the Month for
Coffee & Danish
at the club!
Stan Ashley
Commodore
Alex Rooker
Vice
Commodore
Amy Roberts
Rear
Commodore
Sean Sanz
Treasurer
Chris Cawley
Secretary
Karen Vernon
Past
Commodore
See you there, Alex Rooker, Vice Commodore
Join us Friday Night, June 4th - 7:00 pm - 10:00 pm - for Complimentary Music &
Dancing with a signature bar under the tent on the back lawn!
sponsored by the PYC Fleet Committee
Thank you to the
following Sponsors of
the 2010 Poker Run!
Title Sponsor
Stop Sponsors
Member Sponsors
Ace of Diamonds -John & Paula Vincent
King of Clubs - John F. Hansel, PA
Queen of Hearts - Shelter Roofing, Brian Zimney
John Vincent Clement Caddell Brad Hurst
Sail Fleet
Power Fleet
Education &
Caprain
Captain
Publicity
Andy Gates
Social
Chairman
Cancellation Policy
Reservations are Required for all Club
Events and Activities! All cancellations
must be made 48 Hours in advance of
the event to avoid being charged in full
for any reservation! Unfortunately, for
us to properly plan NO EXCEPTIONS
can be made to this rule! Thank you,
Management.
Somewhere hidden in this Newsletter is a member number. If you find
it and it’s yours, you’ll be treated to a
lunch for two at the Club! Just call
I
SPY! our Membership Director, Julie Towson at 704-892-9858 ext. 31, before
the end of the month to claim your prize!
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KID’S ACTIVITIES
Nicole Mann
Activities Coordinator
& Summer Camp
Director
EVENTS
Flick-n-Float
Saturday, June 19, -8:30 PM
Welcome Nicole!
Nicole Mann has been a member of
the Peninsula Yacht Club staff since
June of 2009. Nicole grew up in the
foothills
of
northern
Pennsylvania.
She attended Indiana University of Pennsylvania, graduating with a Family and Consumer Sciences Education degree. After
graduating in 2007, she began teaching 8th
and 9th grade FACS at Rowe Jr. High School
in Athens, Pennsylvania. Nicole became the
boy’s varsity assistant Track and Field Coach
for Athens High School specializing in Pole
Vaulting during her first year of teaching.
Outside of work Nicole is an avid hiker, and
can be found in the mountainous hills of North
Carolina. Nicole also enjoys out door activities
and spending time with her friends and family. She is a creative addition to the club staff.
Parent’s Night Out
“Milo & Otis”
Friday, June 4th
6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Parents, come to the Club for
dinner & we’ll entertain your
kids! Craft, dinner & a movie
for kid’s 4 and over.
Guests are welcome!
$10.00 + per child - Rated PG
RESERVATIONS ARE REQUIRED!
Kid’s in the Kitchen
Thursday, June 10 th
4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Frozen Strawberry Sandwiches
$5.00 +
RESERVATIONS REQUIRED
Kid’s Movie Night
“Shrek the Third”
Friday, June 18th
6:00 - 9:00 pm
Dinner & a Movie for kid’s
4 years and over. Drop Off
Activity.
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Guests are welcome!
$10.00 + per child - Rated PG
RESERVATIONS ARE REQUIRED!
“The Goonies” -PG
For kid’s 6 years and over. Drop Off Activity.
Guests are Welcome! - $10.00 + per child
RESERVATIONS ARE REQUIRED!
Sunday Night
Activities in June
5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
NEIGHBORHOOD NIGHT
June 13th
Fried Chicken, Mashed Potatoes, Pot Roast & Green
Beans and more Adults $11.95 ++ Kids Buffet $8.95++
Includes an Activity & Craft for children
MEXICAN THEME NIGHT
June 27th
Adults $11.95 ++
Kids Buffet $8.95++ Includes an Activity &
Mexican Craft
for children T-2078
Peninsula Yacht Club Summer Camp
M-Member
NM- Non Member
Indicates Pricing
Toddler Sessions
Toddler Camp A
Toddler Camp C
July 12th - 16th
June 14th - 18th
9:00 am - 1:00 pm 9:00 am - 1:00 pm
M$165/NM$195 M$165/NM$195
Toddler Camp B
Toddler Camp D
July 26th - 30th
June 21st - 25th
9:00 am - 1:00 pm 9:00 am - 1:00 pm
M$165/NM$195 M$165/NM$195
Summer Day Camp
Sessions
Session A
Session C
June 14th - 18th
9:00 am - 4:00 pm
M$200/NM$230
July 5th - July 9th
9:00 am - 4:00 pm
M$200/NM$230
Session B
Session D
June 21st- 25th
9:00 am - 4:00 pm
M$200/NM$230
August 2nd - 6th
9:00 am - 4:00 pm
M$200/NM$230
Wakeboard Sessions
Session I
Strictly Sailing
Sessions
Session I
Session III
June 28th - July 2nd
9:00 am - 4:00 pm
M$225/NM$255
July 19th - July 23rd
9:00 am - 4:00 pm
M$225/NM$255
Session II
Session IV
July 12th - 16th
9:00 am - 4:00 pm
M$225/NM$255
July 26th - 30th
9:00 am - 4:00 pm
M$225/NM$255
Session II
June 29th - July 2nd June 29th - July 2nd
8:30 am - 12:30 pm 1:00 am - 5:00 pm
M$150/NM$175
M$150/NM$175
Session III
July 13th - July 16th
8:30 am - 12:30 pm
M$150/NM$175
Session IV
Session V
Session VI
July 13h - 16th
1:00 am - 5:00 pm
M$150/NM$175
July 27th - 30th
8:30 am - 12:30 pm
M$150/NM$175
July 27th - 30th
1:00 am - 5:00 pm
M$150/NM$175
Session VII
Session VIII
AUG 3rd - AUG 6th
8:30 am - 12:30 pm
M$150/NM$175
AUG 3rd - AUG 6th
1:00 am - 5:00 pm
M$150/NM$175
Club dining
events
Independence Day Celebration &
Beach Music Friday
Friday, July 2nd
Buffet - 6:00 pm t Adults $18.95++
t
Kids $12.95++4-12 yrs
Barbeque Chicken, Creole Shrimp, Grilled Brats with Sauteed Peppers, Burger Bar, Assorted
Salads, Watermelon, Roasted Potatoes, Corn on the Cob, Summer Squash, Assorted Desserts
The Craig Wollard Band
Sponsored by Huntersville Ford
Reservations Required - 48 Hour Cancellation !
All Aboard for Cardboard!
Cardboard Boat Races
& Family Carnival
Saturday, August 14th
Family Carnival 3:30-6:30 pm tBoat Races 5:30 pm
Dinner 5:00 pm - -9:00 pm t Kids Flick-n-Float 7:00 pm
Rock the Dock 7:00 pm- til
Reservations Required for Dinner!
Sunday
Brunch Buffet
11:00 am - 2:00 pm
The Peninsula Yacht Club is very proud
to offer an extensive Sunday Brunch,
featuring a full array of Fresh Seasonal
Salads and Fruits, a wide variety of Hot
Breakfast Items, attended Carving &
Omelet Stations, Bacon, Sausage, French
Toast, Lunch Buffet items and Fabulous
Desserts.
$14.95 ++ Adults,
$8.95++ Kids 4-12 years
Reservations Suggested!
Sunday Night
DINING in June
5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
SUNDAY NIGHT DINING
June 6th - a la carte
NEIGHBORHOOD NIGHT
June 13th
Fried Chicken, Mashed Potatoes, Pot Roast
& Green Beans and Much More Adults $11.95 ++ Kids Buffet $8.95++ Includes an Activity for children
MEXICAN THEME NIGHT
June 27th
Adults $11.95 ++ Kids Buffet $8.95++ Includes an Activity for children
Bounce House & Face Panting & Carnival are a Member Appreciation Event!
Reservations Suggested!
Wine News
Father’s
Day
Sunday, June 20th
1/2 Price Wednesdays
Join us on Wednesday Nights at the club and
receive 1/2 price on select wines with the
purchase of a dinner entree.
Austrailian Beach Party
at the Club! Hosted by
Wine SOCIETY.
Thursday, June 17th
6:30 - 9:00 pm
We’re hosting an Austrailian Beach Party on
the Commodres Patio featuring Austrailian
Wines and Snacks from Down Under.
This tasting is $15.00 ++ pp and
complimentary to
Wine Society Members.
Join Today!
Reservations Required!
Wine Cruise
on Yachta,Yachta,Yachta
Sunday, June 13th
Begin with Dinner
at 5:00 pm
Brunch Buffet - $21.95++
11:00 am - 2:00 pm
Snow Crab legs, Pork Kebobs, Oven Fried
Chicken, Prime Rib, Assorted Salads,
Broccoli Casserole, Baked Potatoes, Corn
O’Brien, Fingers of Chicken, Omelets,
Breakfast Breads, Grits, Bacon and Sausage
t Dine at the Sunday Buffet t
Cruise will Cast off at 6:45 pm
Dessert ,Coffee and Wine on board!
SUNDAY NIGHT DINING
Enjoy the Sunset
with us on
Lake Norman
at 8:40 pm
Rock
the Dock
& New Member Social
Reservations Required!
7:00-10:00 pm
$45.00++ per person
includes
Wine Tasting, Cruise and Buffet Dinner
2:00 - 8:00 pm - A la carte Menu
Reservations Required!
“K DOCK”
Saturday, June 19th
Sponsored by the PYC Social Committee
& Sea Ray of Lake Norman
Bring a dish to share and BYOB!
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Boating
Skills &
EducationClasses
Please contact Harry Smith
for More Information.
Register - hsmith@peninsulayacht.com
JUNE 2010
Proper Fueling
Date- June 26th
Time- 10:00 am -11:00 am
Location- GAS-dock
90% rule
Knowo why not to top off
Fueling Rules
JULY 2010
Vessel Safety Check
Date- July 24
Time- 9:00a-1:00p
Location- PYC Marina
It is a free check conducted by highly
qualified and certified US Power
Squadron or CG Auxiliary members.
AUGUST 2010
LHMS Boating Safety
Register- uscgc17@bellsouth.net
Date- August 7th
Time- 9:00a-5:00p
Location- Commodores Room
Certification for Boating Course
Basic boating
Tying at the Gas Dock
Register- hsmith@peninsulayacht.com
Date- August 14th
Time- 10:00a-11:00a
Location- GAS-Dock
Spring line, Fender
Wind (windward & Lee)
VHF Communication
First Friday Series
June 4th
Come to the club after the races
for fellowship and then under the
tent for Music & Dancing on the
Back Lawn!
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Marina Boating News
by Harry Smith, Marina Manager
Being Aware...
The season is here and the marina staff wants you to know that we are taking all the necessary measures to insure that you have the cleanest and safest
harbor for mooring your vessel.
Remember to;
•.Please dispose of trash & all hazardous materials properly.
•.Recycling is found at the Ship’s Store (plastic, cans and glass NO TRASH)
•.Use only biodegradable cleaning supplies.
•.Keep all shore power cords, phone cords and cable wire out of the water. Having your cords run
properly could make all the difference in the world. For further education or assistance notify the
marina staff.
Remember keep OUR water clean and safe.
Where to dock if arriving by water?
“Where can I dock for lunch or dinner?” As you arrive, if during PYC Ship’s Store hours, you may
want to try communicating with marina staff via VHF 11 or cell (704) 895-8217 to find the most
convenient location for docking and so we can assist you in docking. You will be directed to the best
available slip to allow for a most enjoyable visit to your PYC. We also offer “valet parking” when
needed. If there are no available slips on the Gas dck the marina staff will be happy to allow you to
off load at the gas dock and marina staff will dock your boat for you and bring you the keys.
If you are arriving after PYC Ship’s Store hours, the following slips are available on a first come first
serve basis.
G-dock (gas dock)
.Slips1,2,3,4,5, (front fueling slips available after hours)
End caps - Docks A-M
Arrive by boat for the best PYC dining experience on Lake Norman!
Marina Manager REMINDER
Marina Concierge Services Provided at PYC
Pump Out vessel
Parking Lot Pick-up
Uncover/Recover Vessel
Handcart Delivery
Vessel Refueling
Newspaper Delivery
Special Event Transient Dockage
Docking Assistance
Fresh Water System Flush
Special Orders
Dock Wheel Installation
Beverage Delivery/Ice Delivery
Detail Services
Winterizations
Complimentary Coffee
on Weekends
Sailboats/Canoe/Kayak Rental
For More Information or help with your boat
call Harry Smith,Marina Manager 704-892-9858 ext. 28
Ship Store News
Ship’s Store News
HOT SUMMER
ITEMS NOW IN
THE
SHIP’S STORE!
Candy, Gum, Ice cream,
Chips (family & snack size),
Cold beverage and much,
much more!
Pool News
Flick-n-Float
Saturday, June 19, -8:30 PM
Swim Club starts in June!
Call the PYC Ship’s Store to sign up for
2010 Summer Swim Club & Lessons.
Download forms from Website
Harry Smith, 704-895-8996 ext. 28
MEMBERSHIP NEWS
Shoreline Scrawls
by Julie Towson, Membership Relation Manager
I Spy with My Little Eye!
I think it’s safe to say that we’ve all played I-Spy at least once in
our lives. I know for me it’s an ongoing tournament with my
boys during every road trip. What if winning that simple little
game rewarded you with a very nice “prize” such as a complimentary lunch at your
favorite lake spot? Every month in The Watch we hide a member number somewhere
in the text or artwork. All you have to do is take the time to play a little game of I-Spy
to find it. If the number is your Membership Number you win lunch for 2 here at the
PYC! How easy is that? To redeem your “prize” just call me at 704-892-9858 to verify
your member number and receive your I-Spy lunch certificate to be used that month
at The Club.
Julie
It’s no secret SO, PASS IT ON !
Learn More about the
MEMBER REFERRAL
PROGRAM
Earn Referral “Thank Yous”, and a
chance to have your Clubhouse Dues
waived for 1 year, just by passing the
word to your friends about your great
times at The PYC!
Realtor Easy Pass Program !
Realtors, bring your clients to the club for
lunch when you are showing them property in the area, register them with me for
membership and your realtor* lunch entree is on me!
*see program details available from
Member Relations Manager, Julie
Towson, for more information.
Welcome Aboard to Our
New Members
Travis Blackwelder &
Lisa Baucom
Michael & Sheri Joseph
Steve & Vickie Smith
Darren & Deborah Kady
Charles & Kelly Spiggle
William & Diane Kissel
Greg & Natalie Sturman
Kurian & Joyce Koshy
Clyde & Joy Thomasson
John & Dottie Krutulis
Ted & Lisa Thompson
John & Billie McCaskill
Tom Tolles
Robert & Rebecca Monson
Larry & Holly Trent
David & Gloria Olsen
Greg Tucker & Jean Thomas
Steve & Shirly Gay
Jamin Pastore &
Natalie Pasquarella
Richard & Barbara Underwood
John & Angelie Gibson
Marcus & Deanna Pelucio
Steve Urvan &
Kimberly Richardson
Irvin & Beccy Hager
Joe & Michele Phelan
Arthur Waddell & Sandy
Thomas & Lena Harding
Nadine Roberts
Shuler
David & Judy Hodson
Terry & Joyce Rogers
Arthur & Saralyn Wilson
David & Deborah Isbister
Steven & Jayne Seeberg
Greg York
Dee Jetton
Steven Sellin & Theresa Pullega
Brian & Alane Zimny
Guenter & Katherine Bost
Michael Bree
Bill & Wendy Dorn
Lynn Dove
John & Kathryn Fitzgibbons
Marvin Frockt
Jim & Deobrah Garrity
PYC June
MEMBER PROFILE
Meet Shannon & Kara Ayers. They have
been Married for 11 years have two kids,
Casey and Ashlyn and moved to Huntersville in 2000. Shannon Ayers is a CPA and
MACC. He obtained his CPA certificate
in 2005 after obtaining a Masters Degree
from UNC-Charlotte. He graduated in
1999 from Appalachian State University
and was born and grew up near Hickory.
Currently, he is Director of Accounting at
USHIFU, LLC. He enjoys coaching football and basketball and is currently coaching his son’s team.
Kara Ayers, PHR, grew up in South Florida
and graduated in 1998 from Appalachian
State University. She is a certified Human
Resource Professional. She currently works
at Wells Fargo as a Senior Recruiting Consultant supporting the Technology division. She enjoys running.
Casey Ayers is 7 and very active in sports
and is also a yellow belt in Mixed Martial
Arts. Ashlyn Ayers is 5 going on 13 and
is very much into shopping and SHOES.
She is currently a white belt in MMA.
Be sure to say hello to The Ayers, next time
you see them at the club!
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CLUB HOURS
Loraine Ellis Vienne
General Manager
Ellen Henderson
Club Accountant
Julie Towson
Member Relations
Harry Smith
Marina Manager
Tim Henderson
Executive Chef
CLUB DIRECTORY
CLUBHOUSE: 704-892-9858
Fax: 704-892-0961
SHIP’S STORE: 704-895-8217
Dining Room Reservations ................ex. 25
General Manager ......................................ex. 23
Loraine Ellis Vienne
Club Accountant ......................................ex. 36
Ellen Henderson
Member Relations Manager ......................ex. 31
Julie Towson
Marina Manager .......................................ex. 28
Harry Smith
Executive Chef ..........................................ex. 24
Tim Henderson
Catering Manager .....................................ex. 22
Ryann Klein
Food & Beverage .......................................ex. 25
Chris Neilson, Bert Stewart, Della Ballard
Activities Cordinator..................................ex. 32
Nicole Mann
18501 Harbor Light Blvd.
Cornelius, NC 28031
Return Service
Requested
In this Issue
Summer Camp
Rock the Dock
Father’s Day
Parent’s Night Out
Kid’s Movie Night
Sunday Night Dining &
Kid’s Activities
The Poker Run
Beach Music Friday
Wine Cruise
Austrailian Beach Party
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Chris Neilson
Dining & Club Events
Bert Stewart
Dining Services
Della Ballard
Beverage Manager
“Please Remember, whether you
are a Yacht Member or a Social
Member, you are a valued member and invited to participate in
all club events. All of our events
are designed for our members
to socialize together and get the
most out of their member experience.”
-Loraine Ellis Vienne,
General Manager
WEB SITE
www.peninsulayacht.com
EMAIL
info@peninsulayacht.com
CATERING WEB SITE
www.pyc-events.com
OFFICE HOURS
Monday – Friday
9:00 am – 5:00 pm
Tuesday - CLOSED
DINING ROOM &
LOUNGE
Monday
11:00 am – 3:00 pm
Tuesday CLOSED
Wednesday & Thursday
11:00 am – 8:30 pm
Friday-Saturday
11:00 am – 9:30 pm
Sunday
11:00 am – 8:00 pm
SHIP’S STORE &
FUEL PUMP HOURS
M–W–Thursday
10:00 am – 6:00 pm
Tuesday – CLOSED
Friday - Saturday
9:00 am – 8:00 pm
Sunday
10:00 am – 7:00 pm
POOL HOURS
Mon-Sun 10:00 am-8:00 pm
PRSRT STD
U.S. POSTAGE
PAID
CORNELIUS, NC
PERMIT NO. 1