March 2016 - Peninsula Yacht Club

March 2016
The Watch
Easter Brunch
Sunday, March 27
Established 1996 - Lake Norman
35° 28.08’ N - 80° 56.26’ W
Volume 229
Club News
General Mananger Message
The Peninsula Yacht Club
Clubhouse: 704-892-9858
Fax: 704-892-0961
Ship Store: 704-895-8996
We had a great time at the Boat Show last month, thanks to everyone that
stopped by to visit us at the PYC booth. The Boat Show is a special time
of the year for us for a few reasons. It sparks a lot of public interest in
membership, and it makes us eager for boating season to begin and for
winter to come to its end! It is also the best time to refer a friend that
has been waiting for the best incentives to join the Club.
www.PeninsulaYacht.com
Management
General Manager
Bruce Furman, ext. 23
bfurman@peninsulayacht.com
Club Accountant
Ellen H. Gury, ext. 36
egury@peninsulayacht.com
Marina Manager
Harry Smith, ext. 28
hsmith@peninsulayacht.com
Membership & Social Director
Clair Knox, ext. 31
cknox@peninsulayacht.com
Clubhouse Manager
Jeff Barry, ext. 41
jbarry@peninsulayacht.com
Executive Chef
Jamie Bostian, ext. 24
chef@peninsulayacht.com
Bruce Furman
General Manager
Starting in March, we have increased our “Member Referral Credit” to
$500 dollars for Yacht Members and $250 for Social Members. If you know someone who
would be interested in a Social or Yacht Membership, please contact our Membership Director,
Clair Knox. If they join, YOU will receive a $500 or $250 “Thank You” credit to your account.
We also have an end of year drawing for those who referred someone during the year; see Clair
or the Watch for more details.
I think that we would all agree on this definition of a private club from CMAA Contemporary
Club Management: “A private club is a place where people with a common bond of some
type – similar interests, experiences, backgrounds, professions – can congregate for social and
recreational purposes.” So don’t forget to talk to your friends and remind them why you love
being a member at the Yacht Club. Word of mouth can be powerful!
Sincerely,
Bruce Furman, CCM
4th Annual
Chili Cook Off!
Catering and Events Manager
Megan Brantley, ext. 22
mbrantley@peninsulayacht.com
Dining Room Manager
Mike Male, ext. 40
drmanager@peninsulayacht.com
Activities Director
Jenna Brunnhoelzl, ext. 32
activities@peninsulayacht.com
Dress Code:
VERANDA - Bathing suit coverups required.
Shorts, T-shirts and bluejeans allowed.
DINING ROOM & MEMBERS LOUNGE
All Day Sundays and after 5 pm Dressy
Casual - Long pants, dressy denim or dressy
shorts allowed. Collared shirts are required.
No T-shirts or torn, frayed or excessively worn
denim allowed.
Bare feet and tank tops are not permitted in the
Club at any time. Shirts are required at all times.
Gentlemen are expected to remove their hats in
the dining room.
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Saturday, March 5 - 11:00 - 4:00PM
.
Think you have the best chili recipe in town?
.
.
.
Come prove it!
Competitors $5 | Attendees $12
All you can Eat Chili and Bottomless OMB Draft Beer
Prizes Awarded to the winner of each category
Category 1: Best Overall
Category 2: Most Original
Category 3: Best Dressed Chef/Table Flare
LIVE MUSIC FROM THE TIM COOK BAND
Activities for the kids!
Registration forms online and at the Club Office.
48-Hr Cancellation Policy Applies to All Club Events
Club Events
BUNNY BRUNCH
Sunday Breakfast Buffet
11 am - 2 pm
Saturday, March 26
30 Minute Seatings from 9 - 11:30 am
Kids & Adults $13++ | Includes Activities & Buffet
Kids Activities to include:
Egg Hunt, Petting Zoo,
Balloon Artist, and Pictures with the
Easter Bunny.
The Petting Zoo & Activities - 10 am - 12 pm
The Easter Egg Hunt - 11:30 am
Reservations Required!
48 hr Cancellation Policy Applies
No A’ la Carte will be offered.
Don’t
forget to
bring
your Easter
Basket!
Don’t
forget to
bring
your Easter
Basket!
Don’t
forget to
bring
your Easter
Basket!
Easter Brunch
Menu
Assorted Salads, Fresh Fruit
Display, Assorted Danishes and
Muffins, Smoked Seafood Display,
Bacon, Sausage, Stone Ground
Grits, Roasted Cauliflower, Herb
Buttered Corn, Lamb Stew, Home
Fries, Garlic & Rosemary Grilled
Chicken, Seared Salmon with
Roasted Tomato Butter, Baked
Ham, Chef Carved Prime Rib;
Omelet Station with Mushrooms,
Peppers, Onions, Ham, Bacon,
Cheddar, Spinach, Tomatoes,
Shrimp, French Toast Station with
Assorted Toppings, Chicken
Fingers, Housemade Chips,
Assorted Desserts
MENU
Mixed Fruit
Assorted Danishes & Muffins
Biscuits
Hash Browns
Bacon & Sausage
Scrambled Eggs
Assorted Yogurts
Waffle & Pancake Bar
Whipped Cream
Fresh Strawberries
Blueberries
Chocolate Chips
Maple Syrup
Powdered Sugar
Assorted Cookie Display
$10++
We offer an extensive Sunday Breakfast
Buffet. The buffet will feature a full array
of Danishes, Pastries, Fruit, Waffles, and
a Variety of Hot Breakfast Items; ChefAttended Carving, and Omelet Station.
Thirsty Thursdays
1/2 off Bottles of Wine every Thursday
Nights. Excludes wines on Reserve List.
$2 Drafts
Every Friday-Sunday come enjoy some
great craft beers for less!
Commodore’s Hours
Fridays 6:00 - 7:30 pm
Member’s Lounge
The perfect opportunity to socialize with
other members and make new friends.
Chef ’s choice free appetizer!
Live Music
Sunday, March 27
Seatings from 10 am - 3 pm
every 30 Minutes
Adults $28 ++
Children 4-12 years $16 ++
RESERVATIONS REQUIRED
Please make reservations online
or call 704-892-9858.
The Dining Room will close at 3:00 pm
48 hour Cancellation Policy Applies
No A’ la Carte will be offered.
Friday, March 4 | 6 - 9 pm
Join us in the Dining Room for the
musical sounds from Cam Heigler
Prime Rib Night
Saturday, March 19
Adults $23++
Chef Carved Prime Rib with Baked
Potato Bar, Mixed Vegetables, Horseradish,
Au Jus, House Salad, & Rolls
Wine Society
Saturday, March 12
6:30 pm
Tapas Dinner
$40+ | Non-Wine Society
Members
With Heather Peterson from
Mutual Distributing.
RSVP Online At www.PeninsulaYacht.com or call 704-892-9858
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Marina, Boating, and Sailing
UNITED STATES COAST GUARD
U.S. Department of Homeland Security
Marine Safety Alert
November 4, 2015 Safety Alert 10-15
| Washington, DC
NAVIGATION LIGHTS
The rules are for your safety!
The U.S. Coast Guard is concerned about the sale and availability of unapproved recreational and commercial vessel
Harry Smith
navigation lights. Purchasers of such lighting should be aware replacement lighting may be improper for its
Marina Manager
application due to the failure by manufacturers to meet technical certification requirements. Furthermore, technical
advances in marine lighting, such as the use of Light Emitting Diodes (LEDs), rope lighting, underwater lighting, and other various types
of decorative lighting, may violate navigation light provisions of the Nautical Rules of the Road.
This Safety Alert is provided for informational purposes only and does not relieve any domestic or international safety, operational, or
material requirement. This Alert has been developed by the U.S. Coast Guard’s Headquarters’ Offices of Navigation Systems, Auxiliary
and Boating Safety, and Investigations and Casualty Analysis. For questions or concerns, please email cgnav@uscg.mil.
For more information on this topic please go to the link below.
http://www.uscg.mil/hq/cg5/cg545/alerts/1015.pdf
View from the Foredeck
By Paul Doucette
Paul Doucette
Sail Fleet Captain
Over the past year, our 2015 Commodore Bob Curran and others have led an effort to start a new racing event
which is an annual match race between PYC and LNYC. It has taken many months, and we still haven’t picked the
date, but we have finalized the rules (sailing instructions) for the competition. If you are not familiar with match
racing then check it out on You Tube. The race involves only two boats and is typically a short format (18-20 min)
on an olympic course (round a windward and a leeward mark) twice around. It is all about tactics and strategy and
it is really exciting to watch.
Women’s Match Racing Team
There will be competitions for both the men and the women. We are building a women’s team right now for which you may have already
seen a previous invitation to try it out. I want to invite any female member of the club to come and be part of the team. Experience is not
critical though certainly helpful. Enthusiasm is most important. We had our introductory meeting in late January where seven women
from PYC came forward. We introduced the four coaches and outlined a training schedule over several months. The bottom line here is
that we are going to train our female team members on the exact vessel that they will race (J/70) and the best of the group will represent
PYC in the actual race. The more women who step up to the challenge the better for everyone. You have a unique opportuntity to learn
from professional racers. Please reach out to Bruce Furman or me for more information.
Icicle Series - Races 1 & 2
The first two races of the Icicle Series took place on January 9th. The exceptional wind conditions made for very competitive racing that
day. The following boats are leading their classes: Smokin ‘J (Spin A), 38 Special (Non Spin A), and Trade Wins (Non Spin B). Races 3 &
4 were postponed due to inclement weather.
Up-Coming Events
Saturday, April 9 - 150 Bridge Race
PYC Sail Fleet Committee - Meeting once a month this volunteer group, open to all PYC members, is working to support the continued
growth of our sailing programs and events through building depth in our race management capabilities.
All welcome - Contact Paul Doucette at paul.lknsailing@gmail.com.
Learn or Practice your Race Committee skills – Doug Riley of OYC is taking on the race committee duties for the Icicle Series and
invites anyone who wishes to learn about race management to join him on any of the race dates. All are welcome. Reach out to
paul.lknsailing@gmail.com if you are interested.
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48-Hr Cancellation Policy Applies to All Club Events
Commodore’s Comments
2016
Fleet Committee
PYC – A Boating Epicenter
David Goodman
Education/Publicity
Mid this year, we will launch our lending library of nautical books
and the opportunity for members to donate boating topic books from
personal libraries and dedicate the book to commemorate a family
member, friend, fellow member, PYC staff member, a birthday, in
memory of or to honor someone and all at no cost. Watch for more
information.
Bob Curran
Peninsula yaCHt Club
Established 1996
BOATING
§
Included in the selection of matchless and
unparalleled no-cost member benefits are PYC
compiled Boating Information Guides, Volumes
I (106 pgs.) and II (170 pages), and for the kids
a Boating Coloring and Puzzles booklet and a
Boating Safety and Activities booklet. All offered
in print and the Information Guides are
downloadable at Boating Information Guides in
the Marina and Boating section of our website.
SAILING
VOLUME II
AND
Vice Commodore
Commodore
GUIDE
2015
Bill Sorvillo
Rear Commodore
Anne Deas
Secretary
Shannon Ayers
Vicki Payne
Treasurer
Purser
35° 28.08’ N - 80° 56.26’ W
John Camp
Power Fleet Captain
The outside boating community is taking clear-cut notice of PYC’s
robust sailing program. Recognition by The National Sailing Hall of
Fame, hosting a US Sailing Association seminar and our Sailing Task
Force has steered us to commendation by The National Safe Boating
Council and Safe Boating Congress.
Carol Houle
Sail Fleet Commander
Vince Watkins
Paul Doucette
Power Fleet Commander
Sail Fleet Captain
David Goodman
Calvin Newman
Education & Publicity
Social Chairman
Fleet Committee Meeting
We are all fortunate that our management, staff and Fleet Committee
synchronize remarkable opportunities for secure enjoyment on the
water and at the club.
Burn your Socks
at the Spring Equinox
Mike Miller
John Johnson
Past Commodore
Lake Norman
Saturday, March 5 - 9:30 am
Social Committee Meeting
Thursday, March 3 - 7:00 pm
4th Annual
Old and New Car Show
Saturday
April 16, 2016
Accepting Entries now!
Don’t forget to
bring your old socks!
Saturday, March 19, 2016
Sock B
n
o
i
t
a
urning Celebr
Starts at 6pm sharp
until 8pm
Join us on the back lawn to shed your winter socks, put on
your flops and celebrate the start of the Boating Season.
Full Bar on the Commodore’s Patio
LIVE MUSIC BY THE TIM COOK BAND
All Car, Truck, and Motorcycle Classes Welcome
Pre 50’s • 50’s • 60’s • 70’s • 80’s • 90’s • 2000’s
Live Music By Cpt. Lou | Food | Drinks | Kids Activities
Bounce House, Face Painting and More!
Located in the PYC Parking Lot
FREE TO SPECTATORS • OPEN TO THE PUBLIC
$10 ENTRY FEE PER VEHICLE
Judging based on “CLEAN & SHINE”
with emphasis on “ORIGINALITY”
RSVP Online At www.PeninsulaYacht.com or call 704-892-9858
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Kids’
Kids Activities
Movie Nights
Swim Club
It’s that time again to get ready for The 2016 “PYC Penguin” Swim Club
season! Our goal is to create and promote fitness and endurance through
swimming in a safe, fun and enjoyable atmosphere. Your kids will have the
opportunity to swim with friends and make new ones in a great team
environment. Every age group will increase their skills to earn a great sense
of accomplishment at the end of the season. The cost for the program is
$80 (price includes the cost of trophy and swimsuit) and will be billed to
your member account. Nonmember fee is $100 (check or cash).
Your child must be registered by June 1st in order to participate. They must also be present for
one of two dates, May 7 or 14 at 10:00 am, for the introduction and swim test.
Registration forms available online or at the Club office!
Kid Craft Night
Friday, March 11
“Big Hero 6”
RATED PG
6:00 - 9:00 pm
$14+ per child
We will be serving:
Mac and Cheese, Carrots & Celery, Ranch,
Fruit, Cookies, Lemonade and Water.
Children must be bathroom independent for
this “Drop-off Activity.”
Button Tree Craft
Thursday, March 17
6:00 - 9:00 pm
$16+
We will be serving: Chicken Tenders, Fries,
Carrots & Celery Sticks, Ranch, Cookies,
Lemonade & Water.
Children must be bathroom independent for
this “Drop-off Activity.”
Its time to sign up for
PYC SUMMER CAMPS!
Registration forms online under Amenities and Summer Camps
Friday, March 25
“Hop”
RATED PG
6:00 - 9:00 pm
$14+ per child
We will be serving:
Quesadillas, Celery & Carrots, Fruit,
Cookies, Lemonade and Water.
Children must be bathroom independent for
this “Drop-off Activity.”
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48-Hr Cancellation Policy Applies to All Club Events
Membership News & Events
Welcome New Members
Garry and Debbie Beam
Joe and Kelly Crawford
Angelo and Jo Grandelli
Scarlett Hays and Brian Harris
Richard McGarry & Carter Hammett-McGarry
Allen & Wanda Poindexter
Eric and Barb Quinn
Paul and Tammy Ramsay
Mike and Lynn Rasmussen
Scott and Jennifer Steger
New Member Orientation
Thursday, March 24
6 - 8 pm
Join us as we go over details about the Club that you
might not know. You will be able to meet other new
members along with some of the PYC staff. Have a drink
and start making new friendship and memories.
Please RSVP to Clair Knox at
cknox@peninsulayacht.com or 704-892-9858 x31
Words
&
Wine
PYC Book Club
Thursday, March 17 | 6:30 pm
“The Lake House ”
by Kate Morton
For more information please contact Jenna Brunnhoelzl
704-892-9858 or email activities@peninsulayacht.com
Follow us on Social Media!
Keep up with what is happening at the Club.
www.PeninsulaYacht.com
Thursday, March 24
6:30 - 9:00 pm
$10+ Member Charge | $5 Cash for Kitty
6:30 - 9:00 pm
Enjoy a fun night out with friends! Hors D’oeuvres will
be offered. RSVP online or call 704-892-9858.
Ladies Day Out
Wednesday, March 9
11:00am - 2:00 pm
$45+
Spring Flower Arranging
Fellow member Lynda Brior is back to help in creating a
Spring Flower Arrangement. Please bring pruning shears or
scissors. Price includes Salad Bar to follow.
Please RSVP online or call by March 1
Member Referral Program
The Member Referral Program will put cash back into your pocket
and add friends to our Club community. It’s easy! Contact the
Membership office with your referral’s info. If they join and you have
already contacted Clair Knox, Membership Director, you will receive
a “Thank You” credit on your account at the time their membership
begins. If your referral joins the Club as a Yacht member, you will
receive a $500 credit to your account. If
they join as a Social Member, you will receive a
$250 credit. Also, your name will be entered
in the end-of-the-year drawing to win a Year’s
Worth of Clubhouse Dues!
RSVP Online At www.PeninsulaYacht.com or call 704-892-9858
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Member’s Lounge
Dining Room
Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday & Saturday
Sunday
Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday & Saturday
Sunday 11 am - 3 pm
CLOSED
11 am - 3 pm
11 am - 8 pm
11 am - 9 pm
11 am - 3 pm
Sunday
Monday
11 am - 3 pm
CLOSED
11 am - 3 pm
11 am - 8 pm
11 am - 9 pm
12 pm - 5 pm
Tuesday
Marina Hours
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday & Saturday
Sunday
Wednesday
1
DINING CLOSED
MARINA CLOSED
9 am - 5 pm
CLOSED
9 am - 5 pm
9 am - 5 pm
9 am - 6 pm
9 am - 6 pm
Thursday
2
3
Lunch 11-3 PM
Sunday Brunch
7
Lunch 11-3 PM
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DINING CLOSED
MARINA CLOSED
CALENDAR
Friday
Saturday
4
5
Live Music
in the Dining Room
Kevin Yeargin
CHILI
COOK OFF
11 am - 4pm
Social Committee Meeting
6
March
Ladies
Day Out
9
10
11-2 pm
Lunch 11-3 PM
Commodore’s Hours Fleet Committee Meeting
11
Kids
Movie Night
6 - 9 pm
12
Wine
Society
Commodore’s Hours
13
Sunday Brunch
14
Lunch 11-3 PM
15
DINING CLOSED
MARINA CLOSED
16
Lunch 11-3 PM
Sunday Brunch
27
EASTER
BRUNCH
10 am - 3pm
21
Lunch 11-3 PM
22
DINING CLOSED
MARINA CLOSED
28
Lunch 11-3 PM
29
DINING CLOSED
MARINA CLOSED
23
Lunch 11-3 PM
24
Ladies
Bunco Night
6:30 - 9 pm
6:00
19
Sock B
Wine
New Member
Orientation
30
18
Words
&
Book Club 6 pm
Daylight Saving Time
Begins
20
17
Kids
ht
a
Cr ft Nig
Commodore’s Hours
25
Kids
Movie Night
6 - 9 pm
Commodore’s Hours
n
urning Celebr atio
5pm
Prime Rib Night
26
Bunny
Brunch
9:00-11:30 am
Petting Zoo
10am - 12pm
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Lunch 11-3 PM
Closed for Dinner
The Peninsula Yacht Club
18501 Harbor Light Blvd.
Cornelius, NC 28031
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PERMIT NO. 1
PYC Spring Commissioning
March 19
10 am – 12 pm
Location: PYC Library
Come enjoy this FREE informational seminar about spring commissioning.
Learn what to do, when to do it, and how!
Topics of discussion:
Oil change
Water flush
De-winterization
PYC’s “Turn Key and GO” program
Boat Wash and Detail
Much More
Register online or contact
Harry Smith 704-895-8996 ext. 28
hsmith@peninsulayacht.com