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CBC LOG
The CBC LOG is a chronological reflection of our club, our members and our experiences that we all enjoy together. As events occur, our editor Patti Mullins will add more information. We urge that you forward any club information, news, and special experiences to Patti ([email protected]) to be included in the new CBC LOG.
2018 Opening Meeting and Luncheon
May 5, 2018 |
Energy was high at the May 5 Opening Luncheon at Cafe Mezzanotte. Commodore Tom Trump welcomed more than three dozen of the club's returning and new members. New members Lynne and Jerry Hoot were presented a club burgee and membership directory. Tom credited past Commodore Rebecca Burka for recruitment efforts and her ongoing communications coordination, in collaboration with Marty Suydam and Ted Reinhold. Marty and Ted delivered the latest club membership directory and in which Marty has painstakingly included outstanding examples of art from the late Shirley Kennard. For decades, Shirley recorded the club history and illustrated its adventures. Treasurer David Burka reported the club is in healthy financial shape, with an adequate fund balance.
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A social hour preceded the luncheon and the guest speaker: Chuck Fithian, former Division of Historical and Cultural Affairs’ curator of archaeology. Chuck shared fascinating details of the salvage and study of His Majesty’s Sloop of War, the DeBraak. Chuck is now a lecturer in anthropology at Washington College in Chestertown, Md., who continues to share knowledge from his work on the DeBraak's conservation and documentation. The ship sank off the Delaware coast on May 25, 1798. DeBraak's remnants offered insights into the lives of ordinary sailors. Artifacts revealed information about sailors' clothing, accessories and weapons, as well as their meals and their living accommodations.
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At their dining tables, CBC members shared stories of old and recent sailing adventures. All looked forward to the start of the season on the water. First up is the May 19 shakedown cruise at Lake Ogleton that the Dorans and Gillieses are hosting. Details will be available soon on the club website www.cbclub.info/. Planned events and spontaneous trips are posted on the website’s Rendezvous Bulletin Board so that members might find opportunities to join up with others on the spur of the moment. For boatless members, the website will have lists of crew opportunities. Most events will feature a "by-land" option.
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Memorial Day weekend will find the club again picnicking and playing O-Limp-Ic games at the Wye River conservation area. The Clopps and Hottles are taking the lead hosting the Wye River event and will have more details of volunteer opportunities.
Keep up with the club activities, photos and stories on the club website www.cbclub.info.
Submitted by Patti Mullins, CBC Log Editor
Keep up with the club activities, photos and stories on the club website www.cbclub.info.
Submitted by Patti Mullins, CBC Log Editor
2018 Planning Meeting
and Prospective New Member Meetup April 15, 2018 |
A hearty greeting went out from CBC members to six people who came for the Club’s prospective new member meet-up Saturday, April 7, at the Providence Club House.
Present and Accounted for: A number of members were unable to attend on April 7, due to prior commitments, illness, or had not yet returned from their winter getaways, but many were present: Commodore Tom Trump, Vice Commodore Earl Mullins and Publications Chair, Patti; Recording Secretary Warna Gillies, representing herself and mate, Rear Commodore Randy Gillies, who had to work; Membership Chair Rebecca Burka and Treasurer, David; Archivist Marty and Joyce Suydam; Webmaster Ted and Carol Reinhold; Paul Kavanaugh; Sunflower Raft Master Michael Nathans; Joel Gross; Tom Finnin; Val and Jane Taliaferro; Monique Pasquale and Bob Gajewski; Ex-officio Will and Trustee-at-Large Logan Hottle; Bob Clopp and Prue Clendenning.
Homemade hors d’oeuvres -- shrimp dips, hummus, bean dip, fried mozzarella whet appetites for pulled pork and pulled chicken barbeque from Red, Hot and Blue, plus ample potato salad and coleslaw. Home-baked butter/pecan cookies, chocolate and snickerdoodle cookies, brownies, and blondies satisfied the sweet tooth. Bob and Prue Clopp brought four bottles, a variety, of homemade wine that pleased the crowd.
The Meet-Up
Everyone was delighted to welcome and get acquainted with former members Lynne and Terry Hoot, Melody and Chris Layne, Jan Wilson, and Joshua Nealy. (Jan may have a friend who is interested in joining too.)
Sadly, a couple from Walkersville, Maryland had to cancel, but their application is in the mail. Rebecca Burka was pleased to welcome newcomers, Lynne and Terry Hoot, and Joshua Nealy who joined and stayed for the season’s planning meeting.
The 2018 Season
The group set an ambitious and active schedule:
April 20: Bob Clopp and Prue Clendenning are hosting a 12 pm get together for lunch in conjunction with the Spring Saiboat Show in Annapolis.
May 5: The club will have its official opening luncheon at Cafe Mezzanotte in Severna Park, hosted by Commodore Tom Trump and Rebecca Burka. The luncheon will feature guest speaker Charles Fithian, lecturer in Anthropology at Washington College, who will present his research on Archeology of His Majesty’s Sloop of War DeBraak . RSVPs for the spring luncheon must be submitted to Rebecca by April 24.
May 19: Members will shove off on the Shakedown Cruise, and rendezvous at Lake Ogleton, hosted by Mickey Doran and the Gillies.
May 26-28: The annual Wye River Weekend with the following participants: Eastport Yacht Club (EYC), Magothy River Sailing Association (MRSA), Potaspskut Sailing Association (PSA), Club Beneteau Chesapeake Bay (CB2); Chesapeake Bay Bermuda-40 Association (CBB40), and CBC; Hottles and Clopps CBC liaisons. Sailors can anchor, use grilling and clubhouse facilities; all can enjoy the full BBQ picnic, the family O-Limp-Ics games and adult beverages on Sunday. Land yachts are also welcomed.
June 23-24: Tom Adensam will host the Summer Sailstice event, location TBD.
June 30-July 4: The Suydams will plot a course in search of the best light show(s)
during the Fireworks Mini Cruise. Details to be determined.
June 16: Mike Nathans with wife Marcia plan to host their annual
shore party at their home on Whitehall Creek.
July 27-29: The Hottles will organize a cruise to St. Michaels to view the Log Canoe Races. The Gillies will coordinate a dinner at their beloved pizzeria. The Hottles will coordinate
with the Miles River Yacht Club about slips.
August 18: Will find the club members dining out at the Crab and Lobster Feast at Bay Ridge Marina Clubhouse, hosted by the Burkas and Pattersons. In his absence, Doc Johnson
was unanimously nominated to once again lead the Chinese gift exchange!
September 2-13: The first stop on the joint EYC Fall Cruise is Cambridge
for the crab feast at Claytons. The group will then follow Captain Clopp
north, to St. Michaels, Chestertown, Rock Hall and Baltimore.
September 15: The Reinholds will host a shore party on the Magothy River.
October 20: The Gillies are lined up to repeat the “Chowda Cruise/Raft up” in
Harness Creek which premiered last year to great reviews.
On Sunday there will be a visit to the Art Festival at the Quiet Waters Park.
45th Anniversary
After the season’s festivities were scheduled, Earl Mullins took the lead enlisting
volunteers to serve on a party planning committee for the club’s
45th anniversary next year. Several members volunteered to help plan:
Rebecca Burka
Bob Clopp/Prue Clendenning
Florida-based members Bruce and Janet George
Logan Hottle
Paul Kavanaugh
Ted Reinhold
Marty Suydam
Val Taliferro
Here’s hoping to see everyone soon at the April 20th Spring Boat Show Lunch at EYC
and on May 5th for the Opening Luncheon. Please RSVP right away
to Prue Clopp,( click on RSVP) for the April 20 Boat Show lunch. For the May 5
Opening Luncheon, please RSVP to Rebecca, (click on RSVP), by April 24th.
Our thanks go to Scott and Mickey Doran for hosting the
Planning Meeting and Prospective New Member Meet-up.
More information about all events will be on the club website: http://www.cbclub.info/calendar.html .
Submitted by Patti Mullins, CBC Log Editor
January Theater Party CBC at the Annapolis Shakespeare Company production of ‘Blithe Spirit’ January 27, 2018 |
The Annapolis Shakespeare Company’s lively production of Noel Coward’s “Blithe Spirit” entertained CBC members January 27, 2018. Hosts Joyce Suydam and Prue Clendenning organized the get-together for members at the matinee and reserved space for an apres-theatre dinner at Carpacio on West Street.
Coward’s wry comedy tickled the audience, as the feisty spirit of one dead wife and an equally determined living wife created a complicated domestic arrangement for a trio of spouses. Neither alcohol nor séance is sufficient to make the nuisance disappear. The situation offers hilarious views of domestic discomfort.
Club members who attended were Vice Commodore Earl and Patti Mullins, Secretary Warna Gillies, Deb Coons, Marty and Joyce Suydam, Mickey and Scott Doran, Mickey's brother and sister-in-law Tom and Deb Doran, Val, Jane and Brian Talifero, Prue Clendenning and Bob Clopp.
Find the latest updates about the club on the website: http://www.cbcclub.info.
Patti Mullins, Editor, CBC Log
Godspeed Rendezvous
at the EYC Boat Parade of Lights December 9, 2017 |
A few days before, Ted , his neighbor John and Randy's friend Steve, hoisted Randy up the mast to mount the dove of peace illuminated display and run a power line to the top of the mast. On Friday, Randy showed his true mettle stringing lights in bitter, cold for hours. On Saturday he continued again in the snow until afternoon. Before leaving the dock, everyone gobbled down the feast of honey-baked spiral ham sandwiches, potato salad, carrot salad and coleslaw, with beverages of wine, beer and soft drinks. At 5, Randy took the helm in blizzard-like conditions for two hours of parading. For most of the parade, Amelia, Earl, Jeff and Steve stood watch.
The after-event celebrants included club members Will and Logan Hottle; and Commodore Tom Trump, all the way from southwest Virginia and Vice Commodore Earl and Patti Mullins. Also aboard Godspeed was trusty sea dog Mac, Warna and Rear Commodore Randy. Additional Gillies' guests and crew included Amelia and Jeff, Steve and Lisa, Andrea and Lee with children Cora and Luke.
Will, Logan and Tom hailed the Godspeed at the dock, and gave Mac a much-needed turn about the lamp posts. After Godspeed was secured safely, Warna's hot cider revived the group. Lisa's spice cupcakes, and a platter of cheese and crackers disappeared into thawing mouths.
For a video of portion of the Parade of Lights, double click on: Boat Parade Video
Patti Mullins, CBC Log Editor
Fall Luncheon and Meeting at Cafe'e Mezzanotte November 4, 2017 |
At a perennial favorite venue, Café Mezzanotte, 37 members caught up with each other’s boating adventures and personal experiences over the course of the past 6 months, and heard stories from a retired submariner.
Everyone lined up for appetizers of fried calamari and caprese salad before taking their seats.
The assembled friends were Elinor and Tom Adensam, David and Rebecca Burka, Ruth and Dick Boecker, Sandra and Norm Bogarde, Prue Clendenning and Bob Clopp, Deb Coons, Scott and Mickey Doran, Tom Finnin, Joel Gross, Warna and Randy Gillies, Logan and Will Hottle, Paul Kavanaugh and guest Mary Jo Swain, Patti and Earl Mullins, Nancy McCabe, Michael and Marcia Nathans, Monique Pasquale and Bob Gajewski, Carol and Ted Reinhold, Jennifer and Steve Rogers, Joyce and Marty Suydam, Jane and Val Taliaferro, and Tom Trump. Special guest at Michael Nathans invitation was Beth Crabtree, senior editor at “SpinSheet.” Beth attended only the social hour, but came, she said, eager to get acquainted and to be able to put faces to some of the names she has seen in Marty’s regular reports to “SpinSheet.”
Everyone lined up for appetizers of fried calamari and caprese salad before taking their seats.
The assembled friends were Elinor and Tom Adensam, David and Rebecca Burka, Ruth and Dick Boecker, Sandra and Norm Bogarde, Prue Clendenning and Bob Clopp, Deb Coons, Scott and Mickey Doran, Tom Finnin, Joel Gross, Warna and Randy Gillies, Logan and Will Hottle, Paul Kavanaugh and guest Mary Jo Swain, Patti and Earl Mullins, Nancy McCabe, Michael and Marcia Nathans, Monique Pasquale and Bob Gajewski, Carol and Ted Reinhold, Jennifer and Steve Rogers, Joyce and Marty Suydam, Jane and Val Taliaferro, and Tom Trump. Special guest at Michael Nathans invitation was Beth Crabtree, senior editor at “SpinSheet.” Beth attended only the social hour, but came, she said, eager to get acquainted and to be able to put faces to some of the names she has seen in Marty’s regular reports to “SpinSheet.”
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Before entrees of beef, fish or chicken arrived, Commodore Rebecca Burka wrapped up the year, and commended the members’ commitment and camaraderie. She said that combination has sustained the club for 43 years. More than boats, beverages and events, she said, “Friendship is the glue that kept us together.”
Outgoing Commodore Rebecca’s remarks included thanks to Ted Reinhold for serving as “webmaster guru” over the year; to Marty Suydam for being indispensable with the formatting the Directory materials, the Spinsheet communications and preserving club memories in the Archives. Rebecca thanked and credited Patti Mullins for writing up event accounts for the new CBC Log. She thanked the hosts of the year’s 10 events, plus rendezvous, shore parties, raft ups, crab feasts and cruises. She also expressed grateful appreciation to the Officers, Trustees, and Committee Directors and Chairs and especially thanked David Burka for keeping the books and the Commodore in balance.
Norm’s final report listed 45 members, eight of whom don’t even have a ship of their own, but continue to enjoy benefits of being part of the club. The participation rate by members was 76 percent this year, compared to 70 percent last year. The reported uptick and spirit at the closing luncheon affirmed Rebecca’s enthusiastic outlook for the club’s future. “Everyone owes Norm a debt of gratitude,” she said. Having served loyally in that role for 17 years, members cheered his service jovially with a shout of “Quitter!” Many Natty Boh knickknacks, went to Norm Bogarde, who retired as membership chairman at the end of this year.
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Among special features of the day’s event were remarks by Steve Rogers, a longtime CBC member, concerning his career in the Navy. His stories of life aboard nuclear submarines and working to keep the fleet effective included many harrowing experiences and some good humor. Most of his service was in submarines engaged in the most serious business of shadowing and tracking Soviet intelligence ships. The stark reality included sleeping on torpedoes, and knowing where everything was aboard a submerged ship that might at any moment be plunged into darkness and ocean depths. His passion about serving our country was evident, and he promised more of the intrigue to be published in an upcoming memoir, “Secrets and Sea Stories.” He also recommended reading “Scorpion Down,” for a real-life account of a long-secret Naval catastrophe.
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The club passed burgees to next year’s leadership: Commodore - Tom Trump; Vice Commodore – Earl Mullins; Rear Commodore - Randy Gillies. Other officers are Warna Gillies, Recording Secretary; Dave Burka, Treasurer; Rebecca Burka, Past Commodore.
In her new Membership Director position, Rebecca has already begun to pursue new member recruits, while energizing existing members about the group’s meaningful bond. Plans are underway for the 45th anniversary celebration in the summer of 2019.
For more details and the latest updates about the club, visit http://www.cbclub.info.
Patti Mullins, CBC Log Editor
For more details and the latest updates about the club, visit http://www.cbclub.info.
Patti Mullins, CBC Log Editor
Warna and Randy Gillies'
Chowda Cruise on Harness Creek October 21-22, 2017 |
Seven boats rafted up at Quiet Waters County Park for a fall feast. In the cockpit of Randy and Warna’s Godspeed Bristol 41.1, members and friends snacked, shared stories of raft-up disasters in years past (not repeated this weekend!), and eagerly supped on Randy's New England (Yankee) clam chowda. Crackers, pretzels and cheese, spicy tapenade, hummus, and marinated mushrooms. Oktoberfest stout and beer kept everyone chatting while chowda simmered to perfection. Logan and Will Hottle brought the final boat to the raft up, and chowder was served. On Tom Adensam’s ship Meridian, chili was cooking too.
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This successful raft up included: Tom Adensam on Meridian with guests Paul and Andy, Tom Trump on Cape Doctor, Sandra and Norm Bogarde, Savoir Fairie, Jane and Val Taliaferro, Free Flight, Logan and Will Hottle, Acomes, and Mickey Doran, Scudder; Patti and Earl Mullins arrived via “Uber” paddle boat and went ashore in a dinghy under Randy’s row power. The sun set on the soup supper, and it was a peaceful night.
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Randy and Warna offered a walk about the park Sunday morning. They and the Hottles rowed ashore. The Taliaferros came with motor assist. They all walked to the Craft Show going on at the Quiet Waters center, had lunch and then back to the boats. Winchester (the Hottles’ trusty “sea dog”) was first to get in "his" dinghy. Logan and Will didn't get in right away so Winchester decided to jump back on the dock, pushed the dinghy away and went in the water. Surprised him and all of the shore party. He was none the worse for wear and all got home safe and dry.
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Don't miss the club's next event, the fall closing luncheon at Café Mezzanotte, a grande finale to the 2017 CBC season. See details online at http://www.cbclub.info.
Patti Mullins, CBC Club Log editor
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Patti Mullins, CBC Club Log editor
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Oktoberfest
by Prue and Bob Clopp October 15, 2017 |
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OKTOBERFEST
October 14, CBC members gathered once again at the Clopp residence for our annual Oktober Fest. The sky was cloudy but the conversation was bright with lots of laughs. Those attending included Elinor and Tom Adensam and guest Rebecca Harbor Jones; Frank and Sharon Arsenault; Sandra and Norm Bogarde; Rebecca and David Burka; Bob Clopp and Prue Clendenning; Scott and Mickey Doran; Tom Finnin and guest Annette Cheng; Warna Gilles; Joel Gross; Paul Kavanaugh and guest Mary Jo Swain; Carol and Ted Reinhold; Warren “Doc” and Carol Johnson; Val and Jane Taliaferro; Ruth and Dick Boecker . We were sorry that George and Clary Thomas were unable to come with their contribution of sauerkraut and bratwurst, but Prue was able to purchase delicious German brats and weiswurst as well as German potato salad from Graul's. The table was full of accompanying dishes including Scott Doran's special caramelized onions and Carol Warren's homemade red cabbage that she made for the first time. The craft beer was in supply along with Bob's homemade wine. The meal was complete with several kinds of desserts. The party continued until the last guests left at 8 pm. Prue and Bob were happy that it was such a successful party and look forward to hosting next year. Prue and Bob Clopp 
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A Rendezvous in Baltimore
by Joel Gross October 6-10, 2017 |
How Our Great Four-Day Weekend
Became Five Days
(From Chantey as dictated by Joel Gross to Rebecca Burka. For more pictures, please see the rendezvous slideshow on the Homepage)
Friday October 6th. Annapolis Sailboat Show with Tom [Finnin], Steve [Rogers], and Joel. Tom and Joel (T&J) had a faint hope of a short stay at the show and get an afternoon start to Baltimore―ha, ha, ha, ha! Met up with Dave and Rebecca [Burka] and somehow we all ended up at Pussers test -tasting painkillers, oh well.
Saturday the 7th. Early start to Baltimore. Jib and engine, fluky soft air. Calls from Bill and Beryl [Flynn] confirmed they would join us at Henderson’s Marina along with Dave and Rebecca by land yacht for “light refreshments” (you know Rebecca’s definition of light refreshments). Beryl brought along a pan of freshly baked guava and cheese pastry to add to the feast—delicious. [Rebecca has the recipe.]
At Henderson’s, in the slip opposite, spied a rabbit and a planted garden on a houseboat which led to meeting Anna and her daughter, Liza. I knew, of course, these two would become new soul mates of Rebecca. They both joined us on Chantey. Bill and Beryl had concert tickets and had to break off. The rest of us finally found a restaurant for dinner.
Sunday the 8th. T&J after a breakfast of crepes prepared by Anna and Liza aboard the houseboat, we finally got to the greatly reduced-in-size Fells Point Festival. Tom ate his weight in oysters as usual.
Monday the 9th. Expected to start back early. Within 30 minutes we were both soaked to the skin in a 20-30 plus southwind rainstorm that was forecast to continue for the rest of the day. Good sense prevailed and we pulled into Light House Marina. Spent the rest of the day drying out―rain past, wind continued.
Tuesday the 10th. Annapolis bound, beautiful day. The Bay was a mill pond with a falling tide. Home and dry in record time.
Chantey
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FALL CRUISE
September 1-9, 2017 (click on still pictures to enlarge) |
Fall Cruise
September 1-9, 2017
The Chesapeake Bay
For years this cruise has coincided with the start hurricane season – this year was true to form. The plan was to accomplish the following over a two-week cruise: Herrington Harbor, Oxford, Cambridge, Solomons, Indian Creek, Onancock, Solomons, and home.
The remnants of hurricane Harvey and the forecast of hurricane Irma shortened the cruise to the following: Cambridge, Solomons, Cambridge, St. Michaels, and home.
The following boats participated: Acomes (Will and Logan Hottel), Our Time (Bob and Prue Clopp), and Galatea (Marty and Nick Suydam).
The first visit of the cruise was to Cambridge to participate in the annual crab feast at the JM Clayton Company along with Eastport Yacht Club.
September 1-9, 2017
The Chesapeake Bay
For years this cruise has coincided with the start hurricane season – this year was true to form. The plan was to accomplish the following over a two-week cruise: Herrington Harbor, Oxford, Cambridge, Solomons, Indian Creek, Onancock, Solomons, and home.
The remnants of hurricane Harvey and the forecast of hurricane Irma shortened the cruise to the following: Cambridge, Solomons, Cambridge, St. Michaels, and home.
The following boats participated: Acomes (Will and Logan Hottel), Our Time (Bob and Prue Clopp), and Galatea (Marty and Nick Suydam).
The first visit of the cruise was to Cambridge to participate in the annual crab feast at the JM Clayton Company along with Eastport Yacht Club.
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The next day we launched for Solomons to stage for the voyage south to Indian Creek. We had a usual end-of-sail happy hour, followed by dinner at the Lighthouse Restaurant. The second day, the weather turned very sour (high winds, rain, and seas) for going south and the forecasts
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for Irma led us to believe we might be stuck someplace in the southern part of the Bay. So, the cruise headed north to Cambridge (taking advantage of the prevailing southerly weather) staying two days and enjoying the hospitality of the Cambridge Yacht Club. We had wonderful dinners at the Yacht Club and the GastroPub on historic High Street.
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We then headed to St. Michaels, staying two nights as guests of the Miles River Yacht Club (MRYC) and had dinners at the Yacht Club and The Inn at Perry Cabin. We were lucky to have a ring-side seats for a wedding party and to view, from
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our slips, the rigging of log canoes at the center of the founders of the races -- MRYC. September 9, we headed home as the Log Canoe Races got underway – the same races we missed that were cancelled because of weather at the end of July. Overall the sailing was near perfect for the whole cruise…and often exciting.
Written by Marty Suydam, submitted by the Clopps
CBC Crab and Lobster Feast
August 19, 2017 (click on still pictures to enlarge) |
In their matching striped white and red lobster print slacks, Commodore Rebecca and David Burka,
cut a fine figure at the Lobster feast entry.
cut a fine figure at the Lobster feast entry.
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Rebecca kept tabs on attendance, and wielded her phone/camera to catch all the action, and there was plenty to document, as the gift exchange brought out some antics: While the Burka duo had lobster and crabs stewing in their juices, Doc had members pulled out claws of their own for the Chinese gift exchange, which might be better titled gift heist: A bottle of rum, a set of fine art prints, a variety of
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bottles of wine, an array of jigsaw puzzles, a board game, a mini food smoker suitable for shipboard, a wine opener and bar towel set (are we seeing a pattern here?), a decorative pillow with a seashore theme, a set of coffee mugs, a carving board engraved with an anchor, a West Marine gift card, a nautical themed hors d'oeuvres tray and assorted interesting items appealed to sticky-fingered club members with a wandering eye.
Doc Johnson and Carol Johnson orchestrated the gift escapade.
Doc Johnson and Carol Johnson orchestrated the gift escapade.
The bottle of rum made the rounds through almost every set of hands, as did the fine art, and the wine opener with bar towels.
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Pictures from the Chinese Gift Exchange.
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Hilarity ensued as favorite items landed briefly in the possession of a delighted “owner,” only to be looted later by the next in line.
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Others present at the scene of the “crime” were members Kathleen O'Toole and John Ruthrauff, Marcia Goldstein-Nathans and Mike Nathans, Joel Gross, Tom Finnin and guest Annette Cheng, Sandra and Norm Bogarde, Jane and Val Taliaferro, Joyce and Marty Suydam, Logan and Will Hottle, Patti and Earl Mullins, Scott and Mickey Doran, Carol and Ted Reinhold, Randy and Warna Gillies, Tom and Elinor Adensam, Steve and Jennifer Rogers, Carol and Noel Patterson, Rich Segermark, Deb Coons, Robin and Larry Isaacson.
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Doc Johnson updated the club that Paul Kavanaugh was both recovering from surgery and celebrating a birthday. Naturally, Doc produced his mobile phone and led the assembled group in a rendition of “Happy Birthday” for homebound Kavanaugh.
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Appetizers, side dishes and desserts included a marvelous selection of gazpacho, cheeses, potato and cucumber salads, stuffed grape leaves, fruit pies, brownies, chocolate chip and molasses cookies. Those dishes plus meaty lobsters, hearty crabs, shrimp, and corn on the cob, sated the biggest of appetite. Doc and Carol brought tomatoes to share from their farm. Norm and Sandra brought buckets of apples and pears from their backyard orchard. Everyone was able to leave with hands full.
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Business
The business part of the event began when Commodore Rebecca queried the group about interest in holding a 45th Club Anniversary celebration--so moved!
Joel Gross mentioned the Fells Point Festival in Baltimore and encouraged those interested to make a slip reservation. He and Tom Finnin will head up on Friday. The Burkas have booked a slip for Saturday and Sunday, October 7-8.
Rebecca tried to gauge member interest in the Halloween Party on October 28 to determine whether the Reinholds’ home could comfortably handle an "inside" party or need to seek another venue.
Rebecca also asked members to reach out to former club members with or without boats and "sell" camaraderie and friendship. Larry Ament who lives in Sarasota, Florida is still a dues-paying member paid up through 2018--thank you, Larry!!
The business part of the event began when Commodore Rebecca queried the group about interest in holding a 45th Club Anniversary celebration--so moved!
Joel Gross mentioned the Fells Point Festival in Baltimore and encouraged those interested to make a slip reservation. He and Tom Finnin will head up on Friday. The Burkas have booked a slip for Saturday and Sunday, October 7-8.
Rebecca tried to gauge member interest in the Halloween Party on October 28 to determine whether the Reinholds’ home could comfortably handle an "inside" party or need to seek another venue.
Rebecca also asked members to reach out to former club members with or without boats and "sell" camaraderie and friendship. Larry Ament who lives in Sarasota, Florida is still a dues-paying member paid up through 2018--thank you, Larry!!
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Special thanks go to those who showed up early to help set up the space, and stayed long to fold chairs and tables and store them.
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Kudos to Joel Gross and his crew Steve Rogers who were the only ones to sail to this year’s feast.
Next on the Club schedule is the 2017 Fall Cruise, Aug. 31-Sept. 14, & All You Can Eat Crabfeast and Oktoberfest, hosted by the Clendenning-Clopps. See details online at http://www.cbclub.info.
Patti Mullins, CBC Log Editor, August 25, 2017
CBC CLUB LOG Mini Cruise to Baltimore, Swan Creek, Rock Hall and the 4th of July Fireworks June 30-July 4th Hosted by the Suydams |
Friday, June 30: Three boats sailed to Baltimore Inner Harbor East (Our Time-Prue & Bob Clopp, Galatea-Joyce & Marty Suydam, Melody-Jack & Johanna Lahr, Thornell & Meg O'Regon). A great day for sailing, particularly if heading North, with steady, 20 knot winds from the Southwest -- all day. After arrival, we had a pre-Happy Hour aboard Galatea at 4:30p awaiting Melody, then a real-Happy Hour at 6:30p aboard Our Time.
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The party then walked over to Cinghiale Osteria for dinner within sight of our boats just out of the marina.
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Saturday, July 1: This was an adventure day "choreographed” by Prue with water taxi rides to various locations around harbor and visit to the American Visionary Museum -- a great find. The museum includes many unique and interesting exhibits to include a very large model of the Lusitania — made of wooden match sticks. Then on to lunch at Fells Point and lunch at Riptide by the Bay. We toured the new upscale Pendry Hotel which had been converted from the City Dock. The hotel pool and lounge feature 1600's-vintage cannons found during the foundation excavations. The late afternoon severe weather forecast made our decision to shift from going to the Orioles-Rays game to going to the movie "Baby Driver" a great choice -- it was a fun movie and the game was rain delayed. Dinner at Gordon Birsch Restaurant, near the marina, and a Country-Western performance at the marina common area, capped the night.
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Sunday, July 2: Our Time (Clopps) left the cruise abut were replaced by Acomes (Will & Logan Hottle) who joined at Rock Hall (Osprey Point Marina) along with Dragon3 (Larry & Linda Schneider) of WRSC. Happy Hour was aboard Galatea and dinner was at the Osprey Point Inn.
Monday, July 3: Shambhala (Robin & Larry Isaacson) in their 46' motor yacht joined the cruise at Rock Hall. Shambhala became the Fireworks picnic/party boat and also provided an opportunity for a nighttime navigation adventure since we went out to the area off Rock Hall Harbor for fireworks viewing and then returned to Osprey Point around 11p.
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Tuesday, July 4: All members returned to their respective homeports on July 4 with little sailing -- it was hot and there was no wind — tired, but happy for the event-filled cruise. Overall, weather was much better than forecast — low humidity and pleasant temperatures. Marty Suydam
CBC CLUB LOG Summer Sailstice Raftup June 24 (click on these pictures to enlarge) |
Sailstice, Eagle's Cove, Magothy River
Weather for Saturday was uncertain because of the remnants of Tropical Storm Cindy. A squall line came thru Severna Park about 5:30 AM with some rain with clearing after.
Here was an email sent by Tom early in the morning: “Looked at several weather forecasting sites again this evening. Opinions vary. Weather Underground and the Capital Weather Gang think the hard rain will be out of here by mid-morning and winds reasonable (over land?). The NWS Marine Forecast is less optimistic. Saturday W winds 10-15 with gusts to 25 and Small Craft Warnings until Saturday afternoon. I still plan to meet my crew Jim Meenen at the boat at 10 AM and we will look at Weather Radar, buoy reports, and NWS Marine Forecasts. Unless it's really ugly we will go. Things should improve as the day progresses. Let me know if you are comfortable with this……Tom”.
Tom wrote, we departed for Eagle Cove about 10:30. Motor sailing with the jib only wasn't bad. Furled the jib at Sandy Pt. light and powered into strong westerly winds. Wet and slow. Anchored in Eagle Cove and put out 90 ft. of chain in 10 ft. of water. Didn't know how many boats would show up.
Savoir Faire with Norm and Sandra was first, followed shortly by Godspeed with Randy and Warna. Joel and Tom arrived completing the raft. The four boat raft proved to be too much for 90 ft. of chain and we started to drag (sideways) thru a crowded anchorage with lots of swimmers in the water. We decided to power up as a raft and retrieved the anchor. We then moved to a different spot and tried to reset the anchor. With 90 ft. of chain out, unfortunately we were still not holding. More chain was let out however after 120 ft., the chain is spliced to nylon anchor line. The windlass is supposed to handle both. Unfortunately the line became jammed within the windlass sprocket and it was not possible to either raise or lower the anchor.
We broke the raft and we decided to regroup later on Meridian, by dinghy, for Happy Hour, munchies, puzzle solving, and a Solstice Celebration.
Weather for Saturday was uncertain because of the remnants of Tropical Storm Cindy. A squall line came thru Severna Park about 5:30 AM with some rain with clearing after.
Here was an email sent by Tom early in the morning: “Looked at several weather forecasting sites again this evening. Opinions vary. Weather Underground and the Capital Weather Gang think the hard rain will be out of here by mid-morning and winds reasonable (over land?). The NWS Marine Forecast is less optimistic. Saturday W winds 10-15 with gusts to 25 and Small Craft Warnings until Saturday afternoon. I still plan to meet my crew Jim Meenen at the boat at 10 AM and we will look at Weather Radar, buoy reports, and NWS Marine Forecasts. Unless it's really ugly we will go. Things should improve as the day progresses. Let me know if you are comfortable with this……Tom”.
Tom wrote, we departed for Eagle Cove about 10:30. Motor sailing with the jib only wasn't bad. Furled the jib at Sandy Pt. light and powered into strong westerly winds. Wet and slow. Anchored in Eagle Cove and put out 90 ft. of chain in 10 ft. of water. Didn't know how many boats would show up.
Savoir Faire with Norm and Sandra was first, followed shortly by Godspeed with Randy and Warna. Joel and Tom arrived completing the raft. The four boat raft proved to be too much for 90 ft. of chain and we started to drag (sideways) thru a crowded anchorage with lots of swimmers in the water. We decided to power up as a raft and retrieved the anchor. We then moved to a different spot and tried to reset the anchor. With 90 ft. of chain out, unfortunately we were still not holding. More chain was let out however after 120 ft., the chain is spliced to nylon anchor line. The windlass is supposed to handle both. Unfortunately the line became jammed within the windlass sprocket and it was not possible to either raise or lower the anchor.
We broke the raft and we decided to regroup later on Meridian, by dinghy, for Happy Hour, munchies, puzzle solving, and a Solstice Celebration.
The wine bottle puzzle proved challenging, but was finally solved by Warna (pix 1), who won a bottle of “Meridian” wine.
The "Pawn" puzzle proved unsolvable (pix 2) and I had to prove it could be opened.
A good time was had by all and we even a brief discussion of the astronomical event (pix 3). Handout provided by the Washington Post Capital Weather Gang.
After enjoying the longest twilight of the year, we broke up around 9:30 PM. Light winds, cool temps, great sleeping.
Return Sunday was uneventful, with light winds until afternoon.
Tom Adensam
PS: By disassembling the windlass, we were able to clear the jam. We then added 4 red cable ties 3 ft. before the end of the chain to give a visual warning that the splice is coming up.............lesson learned.
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CBC CLUB LOG Nathans Shore Party June 17 (click on these pictures to enlarge) |
Shore Party at Nathans’, Whitehall Creek
Hosts Mike and Marcia Nathans managed to get clouds to open over their Whitehall waterfront property in time for the cocktail flag to go up at 1400 Saturday, the 17th of June.
Throughout the afternoon, Mike captained a dinghy to ferry sailors from their ships to his dock. Those who came by water included Commodore Rebecca and David Burka on Tarwathie, Joel Gross with Matt Gross on Chanty, Ruth, Dick Sr, Natalie, and Dick Jr Boecker on Daphne, Tom Adensam with Doc Johnson on Meridian and Tom Trump on Cape Doctor.
Ashore, in addition to our hosts Marcia and Mike Nathans, the CBC sailors who came by their land-yachts included Tom Finin with guest Annette Cheng, Paul Kavanaugh with guest Mary Jo Swain, Carol Johnson, Sandra and Norm Bogarde, Fayla Sherrer (former member), Jane and Val Taliaferro , Joyce and Marty Suydam with guest Ed Ames, Logan and Will Hottle , Patti and Earl Mullins, Scott and Mickey Doran, Kathy Lewis (former member) , Carol and Ted Reinhold, Jane and Bruce Raymond (former members) and Nancy McCabe.
Earl and Patti Mullins conversed on the Nathans’ back deck, and in chairs gracefully placed on the sloped yard facing the river.
Mike fired up the grill and by about 1700, the aroma of peoples’ steaks, hot dogs, sausages, hamburgers and sundry grilled goodies had mouths watering.
Rebecca emerged from her ship’s galley with hummus and olive tapenade hors d’oeuvres and Tom Adensam from his galley with a dish of New Orleans style black beans and rice. Mike Nathans cooked up a batch of baked beans with special his “sauce.” Others brought vegetable plates, assorted dips, deviled eggs, cheeses and fresh cut fruits, pasta and shrimp salads, watermelon-mango gazpacho, baked cobblers, brownies and cheesecake.
After grilling finished, Mike surprised everyone with the makings for s’mores. He had ready for assembling giant marshmallows, twice the average size, dark and milk chocolate bars, and graham crackers. The temptation and nostalgia of gooey marshmallow and melted chocolate squished between two graham crackers appealed to several takers: One was Logan Hottle, but not Will; he had changed into fine attire just before s’more time. Logan said Will couldn’t hazard a s’more, with the potential for spoiling the suit he put on to perform in his piano recital at St. Margaret’s after the party.
After grilling finished, Mike surprised everyone with the makings for s’mores. He had ready for assembling giant marshmallows, twice the average size, dark and milk chocolate bars, and graham crackers. The temptation and nostalgia of gooey marshmallow and melted chocolate squished between two graham crackers appealed to several takers: One was Logan Hottle, but not Will; he had changed into fine attire just before s’more time. Logan said Will couldn’t hazard a s’more, with the potential for spoiling the suit he put on to perform in his piano recital at St. Margaret’s after the party.
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Rebecca, Earl and Patti joined the Hottles for the recital, and found the whole event remarkable; Will’s playing of Chopin was truly impressive.
After the recital, Patti and Earl returned Rebecca to the Nathans’, where David Burka, Mike and Marsha were cleaning up the last remnants of the party. They spent a few more minutes recounting the pleasant afternoon and looking forward to upcoming CBC events.
After the recital, Patti and Earl returned Rebecca to the Nathans’, where David Burka, Mike and Marsha were cleaning up the last remnants of the party. They spent a few more minutes recounting the pleasant afternoon and looking forward to upcoming CBC events.
Next is the June 24-25 Summer Sailstice Raft Up, hosted by the Adensams. See details online at http://www.cbclub.info
A postscript from Rebecca:
On Sunday as we headed out of Whitehall Bay just past the towers, the engine quit. We launched the jib and held a port tack all the way up the Severn and into Luce Creek to the dock--that was a 1st for us! Good news is we did get into the slip w/o a tow, but with the wind gusts we happily settled on bow to the dock--hoping we can do a 180 tomorrow and set her right.
Took 45 minutes to secure lines and several hours adjusting them as we waited for the tide to fall. It was a real adventure and David was amazing at the helm and on the jib as we neared the dock. I secured to a piling and jump onto the dock holding her off until David could get another line out. Hoping it's as easy as the Raycor filter or fuel intake line--fingers crossed.
Called Tom Trump and Joel Gross to see how they faired. Tom had a long sail back to the slip--about twice as long and had to work his way into the slip against the wind. It was a long and tiring ride for Tom back to Blacksburg w/2 rest stops--he got home around the same time as David and I--11PM/2300 hrs.
Luckily, Joel had no issues. I phoned Ruth Boecker to find out how Daphne fared on the trip home. Without hesitation and with a hint of exhilaration in her voice, Ruth said "it was the best sail ever!!!"
CBC CLUB LOG The First CBC Rendezvous June 10, 2017 |
This year CBC introduced a new concept of the "Rendezvous" Bulletin Board. Members planning to sail, post their destinations, dates and contact information on the club's website. This allows other members to see where other members are planning to be and thus offers an opportunity to join them.
In June, Joel and Tom aboard Chantey posted their planned itinerary. On the second day of their trip they were joined in Spa Creek by Rebecca and David sailing Tarwathie. All enjoyed a happy hour together followed by a dinner in Annapolis.
Below are some pictures of that the first CBC Rendezvous.
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CBC CLUB LOG The Wye Island Memorial Day Weekend May 28 |
Wye Island Memorial Day event
Twenty one CBC members and their guests braved threatening weather (more bark than bite) to enjoy a day of activities on May 28th at the Wye Island Conference Center. There was no wind on Saturday and thus the Burkas and guests, Kathy Wright and crew as well as the Clopps arrived under power. With drizzle falling most of Sunday, the shelter was packed with the members of the Eastport Yacht Club, Magothy River Sailing Association, Club Beneteau Chesapeake Bay, Potapskut Sailing Association, and the Chesapeake Bay Bermuda 40 Association. They stayed dry seated at the picnic tables, conversing over hors d’oeuvres and beverages.
The highly prized rum punch lubricated the group as always, and supplies ran out, teaching late comers a lesson. George came through as usual with his succulent smoky barbecued chicken quarters, and grilled sausages. A dizzying array of side dishes, salads, sweets and cornbread supplied by attendees filled hungry sailors and land lubbers.
Among the CBC members who made the soggy trip by boat were Commodore Rebecca and Dave Burka with guests Monique Pascale and her husband Bob Gajewski (former members and soon to be members again), Kathy Wright with guest crew Alan Sullivan and son Max, Prue Clendenning and Bob Clopp. Logan and Will Hottle, Warren (Doc) and Carol Johnson, Paul Kavanaugh and guest Mary Jo Swain, Patti and Earl Mullins, Marty and Joyce Suydam, Jane and Val Taliaferro arrived by their land yachts.
Twenty one CBC members and their guests braved threatening weather (more bark than bite) to enjoy a day of activities on May 28th at the Wye Island Conference Center. There was no wind on Saturday and thus the Burkas and guests, Kathy Wright and crew as well as the Clopps arrived under power. With drizzle falling most of Sunday, the shelter was packed with the members of the Eastport Yacht Club, Magothy River Sailing Association, Club Beneteau Chesapeake Bay, Potapskut Sailing Association, and the Chesapeake Bay Bermuda 40 Association. They stayed dry seated at the picnic tables, conversing over hors d’oeuvres and beverages.
The highly prized rum punch lubricated the group as always, and supplies ran out, teaching late comers a lesson. George came through as usual with his succulent smoky barbecued chicken quarters, and grilled sausages. A dizzying array of side dishes, salads, sweets and cornbread supplied by attendees filled hungry sailors and land lubbers.
Among the CBC members who made the soggy trip by boat were Commodore Rebecca and Dave Burka with guests Monique Pascale and her husband Bob Gajewski (former members and soon to be members again), Kathy Wright with guest crew Alan Sullivan and son Max, Prue Clendenning and Bob Clopp. Logan and Will Hottle, Warren (Doc) and Carol Johnson, Paul Kavanaugh and guest Mary Jo Swain, Patti and Earl Mullins, Marty and Joyce Suydam, Jane and Val Taliaferro arrived by their land yachts.
Prue and Bob Clopp organized the art contest. Rebecca inspired artists with her entry original work-of-art that pictured Tarwathie's crew wrapped in the CBC burgee.
She also led the plank slide walk and skillfully stayed on her feet, as Dave, Bob and Mo rounded out her team. CBC members captured prizes in a few prestigious competitions, making a good showing to do the club proud.
Many guests enjoyed watching the film, Maidentrip about a 14-year-old Dutch girl who sailed solo around the world and filmed her adventure.
Not quite as arduous as that, CBC's next adventure is on the horizon: June 17 Shore Party at Nathans’, Whitehall Creek! See http://www.cbclub.info for details.
CBC CLUB LOG The 2017 Shakedown Cruise May 20-21 |
The day started with gusty wind out of the Northeast making it a bumpy ride for boats coming up from the South River. No worries though, Free Flight and
Acomas, after clearing Thomas Point, found it to be an easy ride the rest of the way. Scudder sailed up to the raft-up (as expected) after a two-mile slog from Mill Creek. Savoir Faire motored 200 yards from her slip in Homewood Cove . . . it was exhausting. And last to arrive was Randy on Godspeed after sailing over from Back Creek single-handed. Mike Nathans rowed out to the raft on Sunday morning so we’ll have to give him partial participation credit. So that’s 5 ½ boats . . . not to bad.
Val and Jane kindly agreed to sacrifice their cockpit as the party place and hors d’oeuvres and drinks quickly emerged. There were too many stories and too little time, so we had to move on to the primary theme, Wine Tasting - the worst Wins. Brown bags were produced, six in all and they were numbered and each person received a ballot. After an overly long discussion on how to rank each wine, the tasting began.
Acomas, after clearing Thomas Point, found it to be an easy ride the rest of the way. Scudder sailed up to the raft-up (as expected) after a two-mile slog from Mill Creek. Savoir Faire motored 200 yards from her slip in Homewood Cove . . . it was exhausting. And last to arrive was Randy on Godspeed after sailing over from Back Creek single-handed. Mike Nathans rowed out to the raft on Sunday morning so we’ll have to give him partial participation credit. So that’s 5 ½ boats . . . not to bad.
Val and Jane kindly agreed to sacrifice their cockpit as the party place and hors d’oeuvres and drinks quickly emerged. There were too many stories and too little time, so we had to move on to the primary theme, Wine Tasting - the worst Wins. Brown bags were produced, six in all and they were numbered and each person received a ballot. After an overly long discussion on how to rank each wine, the tasting began.
Surprisingly, we all had similar tastes in wine so the voting was very consistent. The hands down winner (or loser) was a 20 to 30 year old Mateus Rose submitted by Mickey Doran. Jane Taliaferro said it best, “It smelled and tasted like prune juice with a metallic edge”. The balance of the wine was consumed over the evening, but Mickey poured the Mateus over the side. Dead fish were later seen floating out with the current.
The Gadget demonstration went well; Demos as follows:
Norm - battery powered flare replacement light and lockable oar keeper - Safety
Jane - wire saw – looked like a Garrote
Val – Skewdriver – drives multiple bits at an angle
Mickey - galvanized shackle – can’t be without it
Logan & Will - big screwdriver – backup engine starter
Randy – handheld RDF that looked like a fancy police radar gun - cool
Thanks again to all who made the trek and thanks again to Val & Jane for being anchor boat and party platform (not too much damage I hope).
Sorry the rescheduling eliminated a couple folks.
Norm
The Gadget demonstration went well; Demos as follows:
Norm - battery powered flare replacement light and lockable oar keeper - Safety
Jane - wire saw – looked like a Garrote
Val – Skewdriver – drives multiple bits at an angle
Mickey - galvanized shackle – can’t be without it
Logan & Will - big screwdriver – backup engine starter
Randy – handheld RDF that looked like a fancy police radar gun - cool
Thanks again to all who made the trek and thanks again to Val & Jane for being anchor boat and party platform (not too much damage I hope).
Sorry the rescheduling eliminated a couple folks.
Norm
CBC CLUB LOG The Opening Luncheon |
Season Opener
Food, drink and water report
The Spring Season Opening luncheon, May 7 at Café Mezzanotte, refreshed and informed. Members enjoyed the camaraderie of old friends and new acquaintances while sampling hors d'oeuvres and engaging in good conversation.
Commodore Rebecca Burka kicked off the meeting at 1215 with a warm welcome to members and their guests. There remained one item of “old business,” the exchange of flags and Commodore recognition. Rebecca passed to Will Hottle the Past Commodore’s burgee and Will to Rebecca his Commodore’s burgee. To recognize Will’s 2016 term, Rebecca presented him with a bottle of wine and an opportunity to name a Bay-related organization of his choosing to receive a donation honoring his dedicated service to the Club.
Food, drink and water report
The Spring Season Opening luncheon, May 7 at Café Mezzanotte, refreshed and informed. Members enjoyed the camaraderie of old friends and new acquaintances while sampling hors d'oeuvres and engaging in good conversation.
Commodore Rebecca Burka kicked off the meeting at 1215 with a warm welcome to members and their guests. There remained one item of “old business,” the exchange of flags and Commodore recognition. Rebecca passed to Will Hottle the Past Commodore’s burgee and Will to Rebecca his Commodore’s burgee. To recognize Will’s 2016 term, Rebecca presented him with a bottle of wine and an opportunity to name a Bay-related organization of his choosing to receive a donation honoring his dedicated service to the Club.
Commodore Rebecca Burka welcomed Kathy Wright to the club and presented her the club burgee. Kathy sails Karibu, a Bristol 41.1 from Middle River.
The 2017 directory was available at the luncheon; members not in attendance will receive copies in the mail. Commodore Rebecca Burka thanked Marty Suydam and Ted Reinhold for their efforts in producing the latest membership directory. (Rebecca also would like to extend appreciation to Norm Bogarde, Membership Director, for the data collection, and Larry Isaacson for his editing of the By-laws section.) The Commodore encouraged everyone to check out the club’s revamped website, and marveled at the speed at which Ted updates the site.
Ted stepped up to explain just a few of the features which should prove invaluable:
-Rendezvous bulletin board
-CBC Club Log, a chronological report of club news and activities, serving as
the newsletter
-Facebook has been activated with pictures from recent events
-Updated photos and videos and archives
(See the whole website for more!)
A turnout of 35 (members and their guests) for the luncheon, included new member Kathy Wright; Elinor and Tom Adensam; Dick Boecker, Sr; Peter Bittner and Marty Keegan; Commodore Rebecca and Dave Burka; Deb Coons; Prue Clendening and Bob Clopp; Mickey Doran; Tom Finnin; Randy and Warna Gillies; Joel Gross; Logan and Will Hottle; Warren (Doc) and Carol Johnson, Paul Kavanaugh and guest Mary Jo Swain; Margaret and Pete Madden; Patti and Earl Mullins; Mike Nathans; Ted and Carol Reinhold; Marty and Joyce Suydam and guest Barbara Nickerson; Jane and Val Taliaferro; and Tom Trump.
Featured speaker, Mr. Jesse Iliff, South RIVERkeeper and attorney, presented a well-organized and informative slideshow explaining the work that the South River Federation accomplishes to improve the river’s health and to advocate for environmental protection. As Riverkeeper, Jesse serves as the eyes, ears, and voice for the South River and is a constant presence on it. A native of Arnold, Maryland, Jesse and his family are residents of the South River watershed.
Federation staff and volunteers monitor more than 20 sites weekly to document river conditions, environmental health and aquatic life population. The goal is to maintain river conditions that are “fishable, swimmable and drinkable,” Jesse said. The Federation has a four-pronged approach: monitoring, outreach, advocacy and restoration. To learn more about the Federation, visit the South River Federation’s website and read the 2016 South River Report Card.
Following Jesse’s presentation and a robust Q&A session, Rebecca presented Jesse a donation on behalf of the members of the Chesapeake Bristol Club in recognition of the South River Federation’s restoration efforts towards a cleaner, healthier river that with time and continued monitoring will improve the health of the Chesapeake Bay.
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Logan Hottle talked about the Wye Island Memorial Day event and encouraged those planning to attend to register. Event details are on the CBC website. To register directly, visit the EYC’s event registration page.
A flier was distributed with information about the upcoming Shakedown Cruise, which has been moved from May 13 to May 20: The location is on Whitehall Creek at the confluence of Rideout and Whitehall creeks and Homewood Cove. See details on the website: Prep your vessel and your stomachs for “bad wine” judging and gadget discussions!
Patti Mullins, CBC Club Log editor, May 14, 2017
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Federation staff and volunteers monitor more than 20 sites weekly to document river conditions, environmental health and aquatic life population. The goal is to maintain river conditions that are “fishable, swimmable and drinkable,” Jesse said. The Federation has a four-pronged approach: monitoring, outreach, advocacy and restoration. To learn more about the Federation, visit the South River Federation’s website and read the 2016 South River Report Card.
Following Jesse’s presentation and a robust Q&A session, Rebecca presented Jesse a donation on behalf of the members of the Chesapeake Bristol Club in recognition of the South River Federation’s restoration efforts towards a cleaner, healthier river that with time and continued monitoring will improve the health of the Chesapeake Bay.
Up next
Logan Hottle talked about the Wye Island Memorial Day event and encouraged those planning to attend to register. Event details are on the CBC website. To register directly, visit the EYC’s event registration page.
A flier was distributed with information about the upcoming Shakedown Cruise, which has been moved from May 13 to May 20: The location is on Whitehall Creek at the confluence of Rideout and Whitehall creeks and Homewood Cove. See details on the website: Prep your vessel and your stomachs for “bad wine” judging and gadget discussions!
Patti Mullins, CBC Club Log editor, May 14, 2017
Note: All underlined text is an active link. Click on those areas for more information.
CBC CLUB LOG April 28th Annapolis Spring Boat Show |
April 28th Annapolis Spring Boat Show
Coinciding with the weekend’s spring boat show in Annapolis. Bob and Prue Clopp hosted a lunch April 28 at the Eastport Yacht Club. The group enjoyed the meal and spirited conversations on the expanded Yacht Club deck. Bob, Prue, Randy and Warna Gillies, Earl Mullins, Steve Rogers, Ted and Carol Reinhold, Logan and Will Hottle caught up on news from the winter and hatched plans for the new sailing season. See photos of the gathering on the homepage of the website.
Patti Mullins, CBC Club Log editor, Apr 30, 2017
CBC CLUB LOG Highlights from the April 8, 2017 CBC Planning Meeting |
It was a beautiful day for a Planning Meeting! Scott and Mickey Doran hosted the event and arranged for us to meet in the beautifully appointed Providence Club House. The morning of April 8th started out on the chilly side, but warmed up enough to lure many of us outside for a lung-full of spring air and a breathe-taking view.
Five months is a long time between major social events, so it felt especially good to be in each other’s company. As is the CBC custom, we toasted the upcoming season with our favorite beverages and enjoyed a variety of pre-lunch nibbles contributed by members. The Doran’s arranged a delicious catered lunch from Red, Hot, and Blue—a feast of pulled chicken and pork sandwiches, coleslaw, and the best potato salad in the region. Desserts were made with loving care by our talented member bakers.
In no particular order, the following people participated in the meeting: Mickey and Scott Doran, Tom Adensam, Carol and Ted Reinhold, Rebecca and David Burka, Warna and Randy Gilles, Norm and Sandra Bogarde, Tom Finnin and Annette Cheng, Michael Nathans, Larry and Robin Isaacson, Val and Jane Taliaferro, Marty and Joyce Suydam, Bob Clopp and Prue Clendenning, Will and Logan Hottle, Tom Trump, Pete and Margaret Madden, Patti and Earl Mullins. Apologies to anyone I may have overlooked.
There was plenty to talk about during the meeting. Many members stepped up and volunteered to organize events—we can look forward to an outstanding season of CBC activity. Our webmaster, Ted Reinhold, has posted the finalized 2017 calendar to the website.
Thank you, Scott and Mickey, for all your efforts coordinating and planning this event—it was a great success. And thanks to those who contributed food items and who stayed around to help with clean-up—the Dorans were very grateful.
(Submitted by Rebecca Burka. Feel free to contact me with questions or concerns.)
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Thank you, Scott and Mickey, for all your efforts coordinating and planning this event—it was a great success. And thanks to those who contributed food items and who stayed around to help with clean-up—the Dorans were very grateful.
(Submitted by Rebecca Burka. Feel free to contact me with questions or concerns.)
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The Chesapeake Bristol Club
Good Friends and Good Times....
Good Friends and Good Times....
