WYE RIVER WEEKEND May 24-26, 2019
This year we celebrated 21 years of celebrating Memorial Day Weekend with Eastport Yacht Club and other sailing clubs. Bob Clopp was co-chair with EYC member, Bob Arias for one of the biggest turnouts in recent years. After declining participation in recent years, we reached out to other clubs making a total of 7 participates. As a result we had 113 people and about 25 boats for the 2 day event. It began on Saturday afternoon with about 30 people arriving by boat and car. We all got acquainted at a happy hour and cookout overlooking the water. The next morning the festivities began at 9:30 with a boat quiz. It served two purposes 1) Make people aware of any missing items required by the Coast Guard and 2)Entertaining with funny items that most people wouldn’t find on their boat. By afternoon most people had arrived to begin the annual games and art show. Since we were all a little older and familiar with the games, we limited them to just 3 this year – ski walk, ball toss and knot tying. The knot tying was also educational because we were able to practice or learn all 4 knots before we began the contest. Special thanks to Randy and Warna for overseeing the adult games. Mickey again took charge of running the art contest with 24 participating. This year we had more children than usual. The group of 10 youngsters had their own set of games supervised by a parent.
This year we celebrated 21 years of celebrating Memorial Day Weekend with Eastport Yacht Club and other sailing clubs. Bob Clopp was co-chair with EYC member, Bob Arias for one of the biggest turnouts in recent years. After declining participation in recent years, we reached out to other clubs making a total of 7 participates. As a result we had 113 people and about 25 boats for the 2 day event. It began on Saturday afternoon with about 30 people arriving by boat and car. We all got acquainted at a happy hour and cookout overlooking the water. The next morning the festivities began at 9:30 with a boat quiz. It served two purposes 1) Make people aware of any missing items required by the Coast Guard and 2)Entertaining with funny items that most people wouldn’t find on their boat. By afternoon most people had arrived to begin the annual games and art show. Since we were all a little older and familiar with the games, we limited them to just 3 this year – ski walk, ball toss and knot tying. The knot tying was also educational because we were able to practice or learn all 4 knots before we began the contest. Special thanks to Randy and Warna for overseeing the adult games. Mickey again took charge of running the art contest with 24 participating. This year we had more children than usual. The group of 10 youngsters had their own set of games supervised by a parent.
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By 4 pm the happy hour began with no rain in sight. There was the usual rum punch for sale and lots of wine and appetizers to share. “Chicken” George again prepared a delicious dinner of barbecued chicken with lots of side dishes and desserts supplied by members. The weather all weekend was sunny and breezy with relatively low humidity. The rain stayed away until after midnight when we were all tucked away on our boats
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CBC participants included: Doc and Carol Johnson, Dave and Rebecca Burka, Marty and Joyce Suydam, Scott and Mickey Doran, Robin and Larry Issacson, Ted and Carol Reinhold, Randy and Warna Gillies, Ruth and Dick Becker, Monique Pasqual, Bob Gajewski, and guest Jean Claude, Deb Coones, Linda Wright and Bob and Prue Clopp making a total of 24.
Submitted by: Prue Clopp
2019 Planning Meeting, Saturday April 6, Providence Club House, Annapolis Maryland
Members began arriving just before noon at the beautifully appointed Providence Club House—wow, what a view! Scott and Mickey Doran did it again and ordered-up another perfectly delightful weather day. In a matter of moments, cooler bags were opened and an assortment of appetizers appeared on every clubhouse surface; a nice start to a long winter’s nap.
Following a lively social hour, Scott served up Red, Hot, and Blue pulled pork and chicken, coleslaw and potato salads. Waiting in the wings were three scrumptious trays of Scott’s homemade cookies—oh what a treat that was.
After lunch and at the start of the planning meeting, members took a moment to introduce themselves. Present and accounted for (in no particular order) were: the Dorans, Co-Commodore Robin and Larry Isaacson (Skipper and Matey stood watch outside); Rebecca, the other Co-Com mate and Treasurer David Burka; Joel Gross; Secretary Logan and Will Hottle; Joyce and Archivist Marty Suydam; Sunflower Raftmaster Mike Nathans; Trustee Deb Coons; David Crosland; immediate Past Commodore and Ex-officio Tom Trump; Kathy Wright; Kathleen O’Toole and mate John Ruthrauff; Trustee Paul Kavanaugh and guest Mary Jo Swain, Carol and Webmaster Ted Reinhold. Monique Pasquale, Rear Commodore, sent her greetings via text message, as connecting remotely proved too difficult without a wifi connection.
A number of members sent regrets along with their best wishes: Nancy McCabe (a late-hour cancellation), Bob and Prue Clopp, Carol and Doc Johnson, Warna and Randy Gilles, Melody and Chris Layne, Elinor and Tom Adensam, Bob Gajewski, Tom Finnin, Marty Keegan and Peter Bitter, and Jane and Val Taliaferro (apologies to those who may have been left out).
Members began arriving just before noon at the beautifully appointed Providence Club House—wow, what a view! Scott and Mickey Doran did it again and ordered-up another perfectly delightful weather day. In a matter of moments, cooler bags were opened and an assortment of appetizers appeared on every clubhouse surface; a nice start to a long winter’s nap.
Following a lively social hour, Scott served up Red, Hot, and Blue pulled pork and chicken, coleslaw and potato salads. Waiting in the wings were three scrumptious trays of Scott’s homemade cookies—oh what a treat that was.
After lunch and at the start of the planning meeting, members took a moment to introduce themselves. Present and accounted for (in no particular order) were: the Dorans, Co-Commodore Robin and Larry Isaacson (Skipper and Matey stood watch outside); Rebecca, the other Co-Com mate and Treasurer David Burka; Joel Gross; Secretary Logan and Will Hottle; Joyce and Archivist Marty Suydam; Sunflower Raftmaster Mike Nathans; Trustee Deb Coons; David Crosland; immediate Past Commodore and Ex-officio Tom Trump; Kathy Wright; Kathleen O’Toole and mate John Ruthrauff; Trustee Paul Kavanaugh and guest Mary Jo Swain, Carol and Webmaster Ted Reinhold. Monique Pasquale, Rear Commodore, sent her greetings via text message, as connecting remotely proved too difficult without a wifi connection.
A number of members sent regrets along with their best wishes: Nancy McCabe (a late-hour cancellation), Bob and Prue Clopp, Carol and Doc Johnson, Warna and Randy Gilles, Melody and Chris Layne, Elinor and Tom Adensam, Bob Gajewski, Tom Finnin, Marty Keegan and Peter Bitter, and Jane and Val Taliaferro (apologies to those who may have been left out).
The Business Meeting
Marty Suydam delighted the group by reading a teaser version of Block Ice, the article he wrote to commemorate the CBC’s 45th Anniversary. SpinSheet will publish a shortened version of Marty’s full-length version in its May issue. (Do you have a block ice tale to share?
Hit your rewind button and take us back.)
The group then turned their attention to the primary business of the day, the preliminary calendar, discussion led by co-com Robin. A few activities were dropped, a few added, and organizers were identified. The result: another great season on and around the Bay (link to the calendar, click here.) Robin encouraged those hosting activities to continue to provide the names of attendees and a short eye-witness account of the day’s event. She also suggested that hosts ask a participant or two to provide a soundbite or anecdote to enhance/animate The Log.
Rebecca, wearing her Membership Director’s hat, provided a preliminary report on membership renewals. There were seven members whose checks were in the mail and promised. There were several others who she had reached out to by phone or personal email who she had not heard back from and felt they would just drop from the rolls, as they had not participated in any activities over the past 1-3 years. Life and priorities do change. David Burka reported in his brief treasurer’s report that finances are in good order with the deposits of 2019 renewal checks.
45th Anniversary Celebration, May 11th
Please remember to RSVP for the 45th Anniversary Lunch celebration by April 19th, if at all possible. The event will be held at Carrol’s Creek on May 11th from 12-3:30PM. (There’s a link to the invitation and RSVP on the Club’s homepage.) The restaurant will prepare place cards for each guest noting names and entrée selections on each card and have requested this information well in advance. Please contact Prue ‘Clendenning’ Clopp; she’s waiting to hear from you.
The celebration day is designed for lighthearted conversation with plenty of time to mix and mingle and reminisce. We’ll start with a social hour including a complimentary glass of wine/beer and appetizers and a cash bar. After a warm welcome, a sit-down lunch will be served. We’ll hear a brief history of the Club and recollections from the audience. Perhaps there is a day, event, moment or a photograph that still puts a smile on your face or sends chills down your spine when brought back to mind. We’d love to have you share a story, perhaps even one about your search for block ice.
Our Next Event: Lunch at EYC, Friday, April 26th
Going to the Annapolis Spring Sailboat Show or perhaps will be nearby on April 26th? The Clopps are hosting lunch at 12PM at East Port Yacht Club? If interested in attending, please call Prue at 410-956-0207 or email her at [email protected].
To keep up with CBC events and happenings, visit www.cbclub.info.
Submitted by Rebecca Burka, Communications Coordinator
Marty Suydam delighted the group by reading a teaser version of Block Ice, the article he wrote to commemorate the CBC’s 45th Anniversary. SpinSheet will publish a shortened version of Marty’s full-length version in its May issue. (Do you have a block ice tale to share?
Hit your rewind button and take us back.)
The group then turned their attention to the primary business of the day, the preliminary calendar, discussion led by co-com Robin. A few activities were dropped, a few added, and organizers were identified. The result: another great season on and around the Bay (link to the calendar, click here.) Robin encouraged those hosting activities to continue to provide the names of attendees and a short eye-witness account of the day’s event. She also suggested that hosts ask a participant or two to provide a soundbite or anecdote to enhance/animate The Log.
Rebecca, wearing her Membership Director’s hat, provided a preliminary report on membership renewals. There were seven members whose checks were in the mail and promised. There were several others who she had reached out to by phone or personal email who she had not heard back from and felt they would just drop from the rolls, as they had not participated in any activities over the past 1-3 years. Life and priorities do change. David Burka reported in his brief treasurer’s report that finances are in good order with the deposits of 2019 renewal checks.
45th Anniversary Celebration, May 11th
Please remember to RSVP for the 45th Anniversary Lunch celebration by April 19th, if at all possible. The event will be held at Carrol’s Creek on May 11th from 12-3:30PM. (There’s a link to the invitation and RSVP on the Club’s homepage.) The restaurant will prepare place cards for each guest noting names and entrée selections on each card and have requested this information well in advance. Please contact Prue ‘Clendenning’ Clopp; she’s waiting to hear from you.
The celebration day is designed for lighthearted conversation with plenty of time to mix and mingle and reminisce. We’ll start with a social hour including a complimentary glass of wine/beer and appetizers and a cash bar. After a warm welcome, a sit-down lunch will be served. We’ll hear a brief history of the Club and recollections from the audience. Perhaps there is a day, event, moment or a photograph that still puts a smile on your face or sends chills down your spine when brought back to mind. We’d love to have you share a story, perhaps even one about your search for block ice.
Our Next Event: Lunch at EYC, Friday, April 26th
Going to the Annapolis Spring Sailboat Show or perhaps will be nearby on April 26th? The Clopps are hosting lunch at 12PM at East Port Yacht Club? If interested in attending, please call Prue at 410-956-0207 or email her at [email protected].
To keep up with CBC events and happenings, visit www.cbclub.info.
Submitted by Rebecca Burka, Communications Coordinator
he weather on Saturday, November 3rd was a sunny, blue sky kind of day (for a change). Thirty seven members and guests gathered at the recently renovated Cafe Mezzanotte for CBC’s Closing Lunch. Robin Isaacson, nominee for co-commodore, wore the cashier’s hat and warmly welcomed each attendee as they checked in. The following people were in attendance: Elinor &Tom Adensam, Leslie & John Baker, Ruth & Dick Boecker, Sandra & Norm Bogarde, Rebecca & David Burka, Prue Clendenning & Bob Clopp, Deborah “Deb” Coons, David Crosland, Mickey & Scott Doran, Tom Finnin, Warna Gillies, Joel Gross, Lynne & Jerry Hoot, Logan & Will Hottle, Robin & Larry Issacson, Paul Kavanaugh with guest Mary Jo Swain, Michael Nathans, Monique Pasquale & Bob Gajewski, Speaker Bruce Petro, Ted & Carol Reinhold, Fayla Sherrer, Jane & Val Taliaferro, and Tom Trump.
As is CBC custom, the luncheon kicked off with a lively social hour. Mozzarella caprese and fried calamari appetizers were served as members selected their favorite beverage from the well-stocked bar. Laughter filled the room as new and old friends exchanged greetings and caught up on life events.
Lunch is Served and the Business Meeting Begins
Members were seated by 1230 and enjoyed a delicious Bistro salad and warm, homemade bread, as waitstaff offered a choice of Eggplant Parmigiana, Shrimp Diavola, Chicken Supremo and Filet Mignon. As orders were being taken, Commodore Tom Trump welcomed the group, briefly described the day’s schedule of events, and noted the business portion of the meeting would be in two parts. Tom thanked those who hosted/organized a shore event, rendezvous, raft up, or cruise over the past year and then thanked Rebecca Burka for serving in the unofficial role as his chief of staff. Rebecca was first to report and highlighted several membership stats: members with and without boats, boats for sale, event participation, website inquiries, and new members added to the roles. David Burka, Treasurer, reported the account balance was healthy and remained similar to past years. Warna Gillies presented an overview of the minutes from last fall’s meeting, which were accepted and approved. A shout out of appreciation to Warna for capturing and recording with such detail last year’s meeting. The listing of outreach suggestions will be useful for future membership roundups. There were no other officer or committee reports.
Marty Suydam was scheduled to speak too, but had to cancel earlier in the day. He had planned to talk about a project he’s been developing as part of our 45th anniversary celebration and marketing campaign. Marty had hoped to solicit members’ story ideas for inclusion in his article, Block Ice on the Chesapeake; the article will be submitted to a sail-oriented magazine for publication. Under separate cover, Marty will provide members a copy of the draft article he had planned to share and explain the project in further detail.
Speaker Presentation
Once the lunch plates were removed and a tray of chocolate chip cannolis and coffee/tea were served, Commodore Tom introduced Bruce Petro, Reserve Officer with the Maryland Department of Natural Resources Police. Officer Petro quickly sized up the audience and tailored his remarks accordingly to a boating-savvy audience. He delivered his message with a style and sense of humor that made the talk both informative and entertaining—many times he had the crowd laughing out loud. He held the group’s attention while providing stats (i.e., boating accidents, loss of life from not wearing life jackets), and other need-to-know safety and regulatory information (i.e., Maryland’s required equipment checklist for personal watercraft and boats of varying sizes, fishing and crabbing rules and regs). At the conclusion of Officer Petro’s presentation, members walked away with a better understanding of the DNR Police mission and the role that reserve officers play. Officer Petro and his fellow officers perform free boat safety checks. He graciously agreed to attend a CBC spring raft up in a location where he can drive to and dinghy from boat to boat to conduct inspections.
As is CBC custom, the luncheon kicked off with a lively social hour. Mozzarella caprese and fried calamari appetizers were served as members selected their favorite beverage from the well-stocked bar. Laughter filled the room as new and old friends exchanged greetings and caught up on life events.
Lunch is Served and the Business Meeting Begins
Members were seated by 1230 and enjoyed a delicious Bistro salad and warm, homemade bread, as waitstaff offered a choice of Eggplant Parmigiana, Shrimp Diavola, Chicken Supremo and Filet Mignon. As orders were being taken, Commodore Tom Trump welcomed the group, briefly described the day’s schedule of events, and noted the business portion of the meeting would be in two parts. Tom thanked those who hosted/organized a shore event, rendezvous, raft up, or cruise over the past year and then thanked Rebecca Burka for serving in the unofficial role as his chief of staff. Rebecca was first to report and highlighted several membership stats: members with and without boats, boats for sale, event participation, website inquiries, and new members added to the roles. David Burka, Treasurer, reported the account balance was healthy and remained similar to past years. Warna Gillies presented an overview of the minutes from last fall’s meeting, which were accepted and approved. A shout out of appreciation to Warna for capturing and recording with such detail last year’s meeting. The listing of outreach suggestions will be useful for future membership roundups. There were no other officer or committee reports.
Marty Suydam was scheduled to speak too, but had to cancel earlier in the day. He had planned to talk about a project he’s been developing as part of our 45th anniversary celebration and marketing campaign. Marty had hoped to solicit members’ story ideas for inclusion in his article, Block Ice on the Chesapeake; the article will be submitted to a sail-oriented magazine for publication. Under separate cover, Marty will provide members a copy of the draft article he had planned to share and explain the project in further detail.
Speaker Presentation
Once the lunch plates were removed and a tray of chocolate chip cannolis and coffee/tea were served, Commodore Tom introduced Bruce Petro, Reserve Officer with the Maryland Department of Natural Resources Police. Officer Petro quickly sized up the audience and tailored his remarks accordingly to a boating-savvy audience. He delivered his message with a style and sense of humor that made the talk both informative and entertaining—many times he had the crowd laughing out loud. He held the group’s attention while providing stats (i.e., boating accidents, loss of life from not wearing life jackets), and other need-to-know safety and regulatory information (i.e., Maryland’s required equipment checklist for personal watercraft and boats of varying sizes, fishing and crabbing rules and regs). At the conclusion of Officer Petro’s presentation, members walked away with a better understanding of the DNR Police mission and the role that reserve officers play. Officer Petro and his fellow officers perform free boat safety checks. He graciously agreed to attend a CBC spring raft up in a location where he can drive to and dinghy from boat to boat to conduct inspections.
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Business Meeting Continued
After a short break, the business portion of the meeting continued. Tom announced the names of members who participated in greatest number of CBC events. Four members tied for 1st with 11 club events. To break the tie, a bonus point was added each time any member arrived by boat, including a point for Ted Reinhold who arrived by personal watercraft for the Sailstice raft up! Prue Clendenning and Bob Clopp emerged as 1st place winners with a tie breaking 15 points, 4 bonus points awarded for participation by boat. Prue and Bob received the grand prize, a bottle of Veuve Cliquot champagne—no red or white bottles for that household! Following with 14 points were Logan and Will Hottle, Joyce and Marty Suydam, Warna and Randy Gillies, and Patti and Earl Mullins. Not recognized, but deserving of honorable mentions are the Adensams, Burkas, and Dorans.
After a short break, the business portion of the meeting continued. Tom announced the names of members who participated in greatest number of CBC events. Four members tied for 1st with 11 club events. To break the tie, a bonus point was added each time any member arrived by boat, including a point for Ted Reinhold who arrived by personal watercraft for the Sailstice raft up! Prue Clendenning and Bob Clopp emerged as 1st place winners with a tie breaking 15 points, 4 bonus points awarded for participation by boat. Prue and Bob received the grand prize, a bottle of Veuve Cliquot champagne—no red or white bottles for that household! Following with 14 points were Logan and Will Hottle, Joyce and Marty Suydam, Warna and Randy Gillies, and Patti and Earl Mullins. Not recognized, but deserving of honorable mentions are the Adensams, Burkas, and Dorans.
Recognition of Commodore’s Service
The next order of business was set aside to recognize Tom’s service and leadership as the Club’s 44th Commodore. Tom was presented a Family and Friends membership to the Chesapeake Bay Maritime Museum. As members at this level, Tom and Nancy receive Council of American Maritime Museums (CAMM) reciprocal admission to more than 70 major museums. Most CBC members had not realized that Tom traveled 300 miles each way, a 600 mile roundtrip, from Blacksburg, Virginia to the South River! (Tom scored 12-participation points.) Whenever possible, he parked the truck, boarded Cape Doctor, and sailed to Club events. Thank you, Tom, for your dedication to the CBC!
Installation of New Officers
The installation of new officers followed. Tom presented the 2019 slate of nominees; there were no nominations from the floor. A motion was made to approve the slate and the nominees were unanimously voted in. Flags were passed and photos were taken.
The next order of business was set aside to recognize Tom’s service and leadership as the Club’s 44th Commodore. Tom was presented a Family and Friends membership to the Chesapeake Bay Maritime Museum. As members at this level, Tom and Nancy receive Council of American Maritime Museums (CAMM) reciprocal admission to more than 70 major museums. Most CBC members had not realized that Tom traveled 300 miles each way, a 600 mile roundtrip, from Blacksburg, Virginia to the South River! (Tom scored 12-participation points.) Whenever possible, he parked the truck, boarded Cape Doctor, and sailed to Club events. Thank you, Tom, for your dedication to the CBC!
Installation of New Officers
The installation of new officers followed. Tom presented the 2019 slate of nominees; there were no nominations from the floor. A motion was made to approve the slate and the nominees were unanimously voted in. Flags were passed and photos were taken.
The 2019 CBC Board of Trustees and Committee Chairs
Co-Commodores: Rebecca Burka and Robin Isaacson
Vice Commodore: Prue Clendenning
Rear Commodore: Monique Pasquale
Recording Secretary: Logan Hottle
Treasurer: David Burka
Ex-Officio Members: Tom Trump (2 years) and Rebecca Burka (1 year)
Trustees at Large: Deborah “Deb” Coons and Paul Kavanaugh
Membership Director: Rebecca Burka
Communications Coordinator: Rebecca Burka
Publications Director: Vacant
Webmaster: Ted Reinhold
Archivist: Marty Suydam
Cruises & Social Events: Rotating Members
Sunflower Raftmaster: Michael Nathans
Discussion of the 45th Anniversary Celebration
After exploring several locations for the anniversary event, it was determined that either the location did not suit our waterfront preference or the total per person costs exceeded our budget, hence the need to consider other venues. One idea being considered to keep member cost down is to combine the opening lunch with the Anniversary celebration. Prue, our newly elected Vice Commodore, volunteered to check out a waterfront location in the Annapolis area. Boaters could take moorings in Annapolis harbor, dinghy in, or take the water taxi to shore. There are good lodging options nearby and plenty of options for group activities leading up to or following the anniversary event. Prue will share her findings with Board members and the Planning Committee as details unfold. The second weekend in May 2019 is being considered.
Member Comments
Joel Gross thanked members for their concern, kindness, and friendship during Jeanne’s illness and for their expressions of sympathy upon learning of her passing. Joel very much appreciated members’ outreach and acknowledged it was a source of comfort to him and the family.
Mickey Doran reported that Pete Madden is selling Sea Scape, a Bristol 35.5. We extend best wishes
to Pete and Margaret who we dearly miss.
The Fall luncheon and business meeting adjourned just before 1500 hours.
This report was prepared by Rebecca Burka with input from Logan Hottle
After exploring several locations for the anniversary event, it was determined that either the location did not suit our waterfront preference or the total per person costs exceeded our budget, hence the need to consider other venues. One idea being considered to keep member cost down is to combine the opening lunch with the Anniversary celebration. Prue, our newly elected Vice Commodore, volunteered to check out a waterfront location in the Annapolis area. Boaters could take moorings in Annapolis harbor, dinghy in, or take the water taxi to shore. There are good lodging options nearby and plenty of options for group activities leading up to or following the anniversary event. Prue will share her findings with Board members and the Planning Committee as details unfold. The second weekend in May 2019 is being considered.
Member Comments
Joel Gross thanked members for their concern, kindness, and friendship during Jeanne’s illness and for their expressions of sympathy upon learning of her passing. Joel very much appreciated members’ outreach and acknowledged it was a source of comfort to him and the family.
Mickey Doran reported that Pete Madden is selling Sea Scape, a Bristol 35.5. We extend best wishes
to Pete and Margaret who we dearly miss.
The Fall luncheon and business meeting adjourned just before 1500 hours.
This report was prepared by Rebecca Burka with input from Logan Hottle

The Chesapeake Bristol Club (CBC) held its final 2018 on-water event October 6-7 with a "Chowda Cruise" featuring a seven-boat raft-up offshore Quiet Waters Park in Harness Creek. Cruise hosts Rear Commodore Randy and Warna Gillies anchored the raft-up aboard their Bristol 41.1, Godspeed, oversaw happy hour's snacks and appetizers, then served hot New England Chowda, followed by Tom Adensam's excellent chili. Dessert of strawberry shortcake, brownies, and Paul's excellent raspberry pies completed the afternoon's food offerings. Also participating in the raft-up were Commodore Tom Trump aboard Southern Cross 35, Cape Doctor, Vice Commodore Earl Mullins' Bristol 32, Sanctuary, Lynne and Jerry Hoot's Bristol 43.3, Albetross, Logan and Will Hottle's Bristol 35.5, Acomes, Tom Adensam's Bristol 38.8, Meridian with guests Paul, Andy, and Alex and Mickey Doran's Soverel 37, Scudder. Sunday morning's events included a brisk 2.6 mile walk through Quiet Waters Park trails.
Don't miss the club's next event, the fall closing luncheon Saturday November 3rd at Cafe Mezzanotte, the grande finale to the 2018 season. See details online at http://www.cbcclub.info .
Don't miss the club's next event, the fall closing luncheon Saturday November 3rd at Cafe Mezzanotte, the grande finale to the 2018 season. See details online at http://www.cbcclub.info .
After several days of weather watching and wondering if Hurricane Florence would dampen our spirits, Carol and Ted Reinhold sent word via text message that the party was on! Lucky for us, the storm remained to our south, as did the rain. It was a dry weather day with light wind--just about perfect for lawn lounging and catching up with friends.
The shore party at “Sailor’s Rest” on the Magothy River was well attended by 29 members and 2 guests. |
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In addition to Carol and Ted, the following joined in the fun: Tom Trump, Rebecca and David Burka, Ruth and Dick Boecker, Doc and Carol Johnson, Jane and Val Taliaferro, Scott Doran, Tom Finnin, Joel Gross and daughter Wendy, Bob Clopp and Prue Clendenning, Deb Coons, Logan and Will Hottle, Logan’s sister Kathy, Lynne and Jerry Hoot, Elinor and Tom Adensam, Joyce and Marty Suydam, Earl Mullins, Warna and Randy Gillies, and David Crosland.
Just before the happy hour flag was raised, Michael Nathans phoned to say that he and Marcia had a late-hour course correction and were unable to attend as planned, but wanted to send warm greetings to all their CBC friends. Then a text message came in from Carol and Noel Patterson who had hoped to stop by after a baby shower. It read: “Missing all our CBCer! We’re still in Bethesda. The shower got off to a late start waiting for understandably delayed relatives to arrive from NC.”
Members and guests set up chairs on the back lawn of Sailor’s Rest and were treated to a breathtaking view of the Magothy River. Coolers were lined up along the hot tub and it wasn’t long before favorite beverages appeared in hand---so was the start of happy hour. Thankfully, the CBC coolers were easily identifiable by boat name eliminating any confusion and hand slapping. Tom Finnin and Joel Gross had the right idea; they conveniently planted their Coleman cooler between their two lawn chairs—why walk for a brew, when you can just reach in, remain seated, and relax! Over drinks and hors d’oeuvres, hurricane chatter, salty tales of past weather encounters, and other lively conversations could be overheard.
Members and guests set up chairs on the back lawn of Sailor’s Rest and were treated to a breathtaking view of the Magothy River. Coolers were lined up along the hot tub and it wasn’t long before favorite beverages appeared in hand---so was the start of happy hour. Thankfully, the CBC coolers were easily identifiable by boat name eliminating any confusion and hand slapping. Tom Finnin and Joel Gross had the right idea; they conveniently planted their Coleman cooler between their two lawn chairs—why walk for a brew, when you can just reach in, remain seated, and relax! Over drinks and hors d’oeuvres, hurricane chatter, salty tales of past weather encounters, and other lively conversations could be overheard.
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Around 1730, Ted announced that the coals were red hot and ready for grillables; he had fired up not one, but two grills just outside the garage staging area. There were plenty of delicious side dishes and a selection of wonderful desserts to choose from, more than enough to satisfy both stomach and palate. Thank you Doc and Carol for including your bean dip recipe (see photo). Perhaps David Crosland would be willing to relinquish the ole family recipe for his lemon icebox pie? (No worries, David, It’s understandable if you want to keep the family recipe under wraps, just keep bringing it to future events!)
Following a leisurely dinner, a brief meeting on the 45th Anniversary Celebration took place in the “glass room” lead by Earl Mullins. Anyone interested in hearing the latest update was invited to join members of the planning committee. Event location has yet to be determined. As details flesh out, the planning committee will make recommendations to the Board and seek approval before finalizing any plans. Members will be kept in the loop through Club newsy emails.
Sincere appreciation to Carol and Ted for hosting the group at Sailor’s Rest and for their always warm hospitality---it was a truly wonderful day.
Following a leisurely dinner, a brief meeting on the 45th Anniversary Celebration took place in the “glass room” lead by Earl Mullins. Anyone interested in hearing the latest update was invited to join members of the planning committee. Event location has yet to be determined. As details flesh out, the planning committee will make recommendations to the Board and seek approval before finalizing any plans. Members will be kept in the loop through Club newsy emails.
Sincere appreciation to Carol and Ted for hosting the group at Sailor’s Rest and for their always warm hospitality---it was a truly wonderful day.
Next up is the October 6-7 Chowda Cruise on Harness Creek hosted by Warna and Randy Gillies. For event details, click here to view the flyer.
Submitted by Rebecca Burka
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The Fall “Points North” Cruise was planned for 12 days to the following destinations: Harrington Harbor, Oxford, Cambridge, St. Michaels, Chestertown, Rock Hall, and Baltimore. Five boats made the cruise: Acomes, Galatea, Our Time, Melody, and Sanctuary. While there were no hurricanes as in past years, the very hot weather cut the cruise short after St. Michaels.
A few of the highlights of the cruise included: Herrington Harbor (1 day): pool time, then dinner at Ketch 22 restaurant; Oxford (1 day): dinners at the Robert Morris |
Inn and Cambridge Yacht Club, and ice cream dessert at the Scottish Creamery; and a Crab Feast, in concert with Eastport Yacht Club, with 86 attendees at the J.M. Clayton Company, “The World’s Oldest Crab Company”.
A feature of the latter event was a crab picking demonstration by women who do this for a living with J.M. Clayton. They demonstrated how they skillfully pluck out the lump crab and back fin without losing a morsel of crab meat. After taking off the top shell, they remove all the legs and “dead man's fingers”, the elongated spongy-looking organs – gills that vaguely resemble the fingers of a dead person.
Then with a special and very sharp knife they cut an opening on the underside to remove the lump crab. Lastly, they delicately remove the crab meat from each back fin. |
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The last leg of the cruise, before succumbing to the heat, was to St. Michaels (1 day). The route from Cambridge to St. Michaels included a transit of Knapp’s Narrows (now open, but sailors beware, the west-side-channel has been moved) and the channel between Poplar Island and the Eastern Shore. Another blistering hot day of sailing. After a cool shower, cruisers were revived and headed off to dinner at the Bistro and were delighted with the ambience and delicious French dishes. The next, and last, day was another blistering hot sail home.
Submitted by Marty Suydam
Submitted by Marty Suydam
Big thanks go out to Noel and Carol Patterson and Membership Director/Communications Coordinator Rebecca Burka and husband CBC Treasurer David Burka, and “crew,” grandson Ethan Burka. Ethan proved an able-bodied toter of boxes of crustaceans alongside Grandfather David and provided what others lacked, the needed height for hanging ceiling decorations! The Burkas, Pattersons and Tom and Elinor Adensam arrived early and helped get tables and chairs set up. Baskets were ready for goodies and munchables that the crowd brought to share. In addition to steamed lobster, shrimp and crabs, and corn on the cob, members brought an assortment of chips and dip, salmon and crackers, sliced watermelon, cheese spreads, gazpacho, cheese cakes (yes, there were two), and other delicious desserts.
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Doc Johnson superbly orchestrated a dynamic Chinese gift exchange before the feasting began. Serious swapping proceeded at a dizzying pace. (Thank you Doc and Carol for being with us especially as Doc was feeling a bit under the weather.) A bottle of Yellow Tail wine accompanied by its own bottle-cum-cup contraption proved particularly popular at first; it went from Rear Commodore Randy Gillies to Logan Hottle to Dick (and Ruth) Boecker and others.
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A bamboo box that held a wine tool kit—cork remover pump, stopper, and seal cutter--caught most swappers’ fancy at different turns in the exchange. A set of 10 Powerball tickets, which landed first in Carol Johnson’s hands, appealed to Ethan, but didn’t stay with him for long; they went from person to person, and Carol J. seemed determined to recapture them to no avail; she managed to get (and lose) the tickets and the bamboo box/wine kit, and eventually held onto a 1937 edition of “Modern Seamanship” that contained a five-dollar bookmark.
A bottle of Bacardi dark rum started with (and was poorly hidden by) Vice Commodore Earl and Patti Mullins before Commodore Tom Trump took possession. A picnic set—a canvas tote case with plates, thermos, utensils, cups, napkins—started out with Elinor, but it made the rounds into almost everyone’s hands: David Crosland and his guest Brigitte Walsh, Carol P., Annette Cheng, Logan, Ed Almes and Carol J.
Paul Kavanaugh and his guest Mary Jo Swain had the picnic set when Carol J. went in search of it, and, spying it with Paul, reminded him, “Friends forever.” “Don’t push it,” Paul admonished with a smile, handing it over to her. Will, who had drawn #1, had privilege to both the first and last pick; he went home with the picnic set.
A bottle of Bacardi dark rum started with (and was poorly hidden by) Vice Commodore Earl and Patti Mullins before Commodore Tom Trump took possession. A picnic set—a canvas tote case with plates, thermos, utensils, cups, napkins—started out with Elinor, but it made the rounds into almost everyone’s hands: David Crosland and his guest Brigitte Walsh, Carol P., Annette Cheng, Logan, Ed Almes and Carol J.
Paul Kavanaugh and his guest Mary Jo Swain had the picnic set when Carol J. went in search of it, and, spying it with Paul, reminded him, “Friends forever.” “Don’t push it,” Paul admonished with a smile, handing it over to her. Will, who had drawn #1, had privilege to both the first and last pick; he went home with the picnic set.
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Other treasures that went home with members included a cutting board/knife set with a lobster themed apron, a sailing themed platter and utensils, microfiber towels, a book about foul weather sailing (that Ethan snagged for Gramps David B), sailing themed tea towels, Goslings rum, a platter with a map of Maryland landmarks, a Maryland flag and a sailor’s biography. (Apologies for an incomplete record of gift exchanging/swapping/stealing, but the pace was beyond your humble log keeper’s ability to note.)
Others who swapped/stole/exchanged with fervor included: Ted and Carol Reinhold, Melody and Chris Layne (who drove 3 ½ hours one-way to join us and gave up the day working on Piper!), Norm and Sandra Bogarde, Tom Finnin, Marty and Joyce Suydam, Scott and Mickey Doran, and Joel Gross.
Members embraced Joel with warm hugs and expressions of sympathy on the passing of his wife Jeanne. Joel thanked the club members for their thoughts and words of comfort.
Earl reminded volunteers and invited all to participate in the planning for next summer’s CBC 45th anniversary celebration. To participate—offer creative ideas/suggestions or to volunteer for a committee--let Earl know: [email protected]. The first planning meeting takes place on Friday, August 24, 1 p.m. at the home of Bob Clopp and Prue Clendenning.
Mark your calendar now and check the website for all of the upcoming adventures in September that you won’t want to miss: Sept. 15, shore party at the Reinholds; the Aug.30―Sept. 12 Fall Cruise (Bob and Prue) to Herrington Harbor, Cambridge, All-You-Can-Eat Crabfeast, St. Michaels, Chestertown, Rockhall, Baltimore. For more detailed information and a listing of other scheduled events, visit the club website: http://www.cbclub.info/calendar.html.
Patti Mullins, Log Editor
Friday, club members started to arrive at St. Michael’s by yacht and land yacht for weekend festivities at the Chesapeake Bay Maritime Museum, featuring the log canoe races on Saturday and Sunday.
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Saturday morning, Robin and Larry welcomed all aboard Shambhala to view the races. Jerry and Lynne Hoot, Logan and Will Hottle and Membership Chairman and Communications Coordinator Rebecca Burka and husband David, CBC treasurer, “enjoyed a terrific lunch onboard and a fab anchorage spot in lux comfort, 2- and 4- legged companionship also provided,” Rebecca reported.
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Four-legged friends Mac came aboard Godspeed, Skipper and Matey aboard on Shambhala, Robin and Larry Isaacson’s motor yacht.
For cocktail hour on Saturday, the group gathered in the Museum boat house for drinks and hors d’oeuvres: Vice Commodore Earl and Patti Mullins (Sanctuary); Rear Commodore Randy Gillies and wife Warna (Godspeed) with friends and shipmates Lisa and Steve Quigley; Marty and Joyce Suydam (Galatea); and Bob Clopp and Prue Clendenning (Our Time).
The group walked the few blocks through the festive town to dinner at The Lighthouse and much story telling.
Sunday morning, one group rose for breakfast at 730. For the second shift, at 930, the Gillieses, the Quigleys and Mullinses went for brunch at The Perry Inn, where Scott and Mickey Doran arrived by land yacht. The Inn’s landscaped lawns, Adirondack chairs overlooking the harbor and white buildings against the green landscape created a magnificent atmosphere for a delicious, gourmet buffet.
Sunday morning, one group rose for breakfast at 730. For the second shift, at 930, the Gillieses, the Quigleys and Mullinses went for brunch at The Perry Inn, where Scott and Mickey Doran arrived by land yacht. The Inn’s landscaped lawns, Adirondack chairs overlooking the harbor and white buildings against the green landscape created a magnificent atmosphere for a delicious, gourmet buffet.
Rebecca summed up the weekend: “We so appreciated the combined efforts of all involved from selecting/providing dining spots, happy hour frivolity (supplying bowls, corkscrew, and cups we left behind), great conversations/colorful stories, and camaraderie—yep, together is better!! Like a blending of spices, each of you added to the day’s enjoyment, as did Mac, Skipper, and Matey.”
Logan noted the role of the Maritime Museum in the weekend’s success: “The boathouse accommodations were for Friday and Saturday happy hours, which was lovely, given Friday’s rain. Thanks to Kristen Greenaway, President of the Maritime Museum, for arranging for us to use the boat house. I’m sure the Museum would appreciate a note from anyone who would like to send one.”
“Thanks to everyone who was there. Everybody made the weekend special. Special thanks to Robin and Larry for their generosity in providing such a wonderful viewing platform!”
“Thanks to everyone who was there. Everybody made the weekend special. Special thanks to Robin and Larry for their generosity in providing such a wonderful viewing platform!”
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Jerry and Lynne Hoot vividly described their weekend and the voyage home:
"What a great day watching the log canoe races on Robin and Larry’s Shambhala. We got on station before the start at 1010 and stayed through the finish of the second race. I’ve always heard that sailboat racing is not a spectator sport (like watching paint dry), but this racing was different, or was it just the company. The races were set for windward, leeward, and a windward finish, and it appeared the race committee knew what they were doing. We got up close looks at these boats, including a couple of capsizes. Several had what looked like a windsurfer sail attached at the top of the main mast, and when they came screaming by us on that first leeward leg with spinnakers flying, it was a beautiful sight. Our anchored position was perfect, close enough to enjoy a close view of the boats but far enough away to be off the course. Number 9, the winner of the weekend races passed across our bow carrying her yellow spinnaker. We were all interested to watch Mystery, sail number 8 as she was the boat that sadly lost a female crew member on July 14, while out practicing. Shambhala gave them an 8-horn salute as she passed us.
When we left St. Michael’s on Sunday around 1030, the Governor’s Cup race had started, and we noted that the boats were going downwind without spinnakers and they didn’t have their “windsurfers” on their mast head. This did not appear to be because of heavier air, so we were interested to see what rules the boats were racing under. They use International Racing Rules as used by all CBYRA races on the Bay.
Our journey back to Warehouse Creek on the South River passed a few large logs as we crossed the Bay, but making our weekend perfect, we saw a pod of dolphins just north of #1 in Eastern Bay."
"What a great day watching the log canoe races on Robin and Larry’s Shambhala. We got on station before the start at 1010 and stayed through the finish of the second race. I’ve always heard that sailboat racing is not a spectator sport (like watching paint dry), but this racing was different, or was it just the company. The races were set for windward, leeward, and a windward finish, and it appeared the race committee knew what they were doing. We got up close looks at these boats, including a couple of capsizes. Several had what looked like a windsurfer sail attached at the top of the main mast, and when they came screaming by us on that first leeward leg with spinnakers flying, it was a beautiful sight. Our anchored position was perfect, close enough to enjoy a close view of the boats but far enough away to be off the course. Number 9, the winner of the weekend races passed across our bow carrying her yellow spinnaker. We were all interested to watch Mystery, sail number 8 as she was the boat that sadly lost a female crew member on July 14, while out practicing. Shambhala gave them an 8-horn salute as she passed us.
When we left St. Michael’s on Sunday around 1030, the Governor’s Cup race had started, and we noted that the boats were going downwind without spinnakers and they didn’t have their “windsurfers” on their mast head. This did not appear to be because of heavier air, so we were interested to see what rules the boats were racing under. They use International Racing Rules as used by all CBYRA races on the Bay.
Our journey back to Warehouse Creek on the South River passed a few large logs as we crossed the Bay, but making our weekend perfect, we saw a pod of dolphins just north of #1 in Eastern Bay."
A Special Announcement: At Happy Hour on Saturday, Bob Clopp painted an irresistible picture of the fall cruise he and Prue are sponsoring (Aug. 30-Sept. 12): Herrington Harbor, Cambridge, All-You-Can-Eat Crabfeast; St. Michaels, Chestertown, Rock Hall, & Baltimore. Mark your calendar now and check the website for all of the upcoming adventures you won’t want to miss: Next up is the Annual CBC Crab and Lobster Feast at the Bay Ridge Community Clubhouse. Find information about it and all events on the club website: http://www.cbclub.info/calendar.html.
Submitted by Patti Mullins, CBC Log Editor

June 30-July 4 Baltimore-Rock Hall Mini Cruise
Part I contributed by Patti Mullins, CBC Log Editor
On their uneventful journeys to the Baltimore harbor, Joyce and cruise leader Marty Suydam , Cruise Director listened to Channel 16 chatter about a rescue needed when a boat capsized with seven children aboard, and Prue and Bob Clopp witnessed the inexplicable collision between two sailboats, which seemed damaging, but not injurious.
For dinner on June 30, land yachters Logan and Will Hottle and Vice Commodore Earl and Patti Mullins rendezvoused with the Suydams and Clopps. The boats were docked in a marina which was a short walk to the La Scala restaurant where the group dined. They enjoyed Italian bread, seafood, veal, pasta and wine sated diners, while sailors described their brutal day, navigating some 30 nautical miles across windless seas, under a sun baking in the mid 90s.
Perfectly timed during the meal, Commodore Tom Trump, called Marty's mobile to send hearty greetings to the gathered club members. Après dinner, the group strolled a few blocks to renowned Vaccarro's ( https://vaccarospastry.com/ ) Pastry shop. The line stretched out to the street for those eager to savor one of the dozen exquisite gelato flavors or baked treats, such as chocolate topped cream puffs.
Along the way back to land yachts and harbor, the group took in vibrant Baltimore waterfront nightlife street scenes. A friendly resident on his porch wished a pleasant evening to passersby. And just so it was.
Sailors had their next few days filled with more Baltimore activities and meals, then setting a course for Rock Hall.
Part I contributed by Patti Mullins, CBC Log Editor
On their uneventful journeys to the Baltimore harbor, Joyce and cruise leader Marty Suydam , Cruise Director listened to Channel 16 chatter about a rescue needed when a boat capsized with seven children aboard, and Prue and Bob Clopp witnessed the inexplicable collision between two sailboats, which seemed damaging, but not injurious.
For dinner on June 30, land yachters Logan and Will Hottle and Vice Commodore Earl and Patti Mullins rendezvoused with the Suydams and Clopps. The boats were docked in a marina which was a short walk to the La Scala restaurant where the group dined. They enjoyed Italian bread, seafood, veal, pasta and wine sated diners, while sailors described their brutal day, navigating some 30 nautical miles across windless seas, under a sun baking in the mid 90s.
Perfectly timed during the meal, Commodore Tom Trump, called Marty's mobile to send hearty greetings to the gathered club members. Après dinner, the group strolled a few blocks to renowned Vaccarro's ( https://vaccarospastry.com/ ) Pastry shop. The line stretched out to the street for those eager to savor one of the dozen exquisite gelato flavors or baked treats, such as chocolate topped cream puffs.
Along the way back to land yachts and harbor, the group took in vibrant Baltimore waterfront nightlife street scenes. A friendly resident on his porch wished a pleasant evening to passersby. And just so it was.
Sailors had their next few days filled with more Baltimore activities and meals, then setting a course for Rock Hall.
Part II contributed by Marty Suydam, Cruise leader
Day 1 Homeport>Baltimore: Boats “sailed” from homeports to Baltimore Inner Harbor. There was no wind and the temperature hit the high eighties. Even cruising at 6-7 knots there was no wind – it just kept clocking around. We arrived in Inner Harbor after about 5-1/2 hours. Galatea hosted happy hour was aboard Galatea followed by dinner at La Scala where the boaters were joined by the Hottles and the Mullins. CBC members are becoming experts at the restaurants in the immediate area of Baltimore Inner Harbor. Original plan was to make an Orioles game, but with a “weather eye” for the hot weather, we opted for an Italian restaurant air conditioning.
Day 2 Baltimore: In the morning three members explored the Inner Harbor area, making a walking visit to ACE hardware for repair supplies and “Ubering” back to have lunch at Gordon Biersch Restaurant. Consistent with challenging weather last year (in 2017 it rained all afternoon, this year it was just VERY hot) the cruise members took in a movie with 2 hours of air conditioning. Happy Hour aboard Our Time included guests Ed and Ellen Reid, friends of the Clopps and Suydams. Dinner was at Cinghiale Restaurant, another favorite Italian restaurant in Inner Harbor.
Day 3 Baltimore>Rock Hall: Again, with no wind and rising temperatures, the boats “sailed” early in the day from Baltimore Inner Harbor to Osprey Point, Rock Hall, Maryland. After a trip of 4 hours and 94-degree heat (“feels like 99”) – activities were limited to the AC and the pool. Galatea hosted happy hour followed by dinner at Osprey Point Inn – great food and service – much improved over the last couple years.

Day 4 Rock Hall: On Monday we were able to grab a tram for shopping in town and our mandatory visit to Paul Kavanaugh’s favorite Durding’s Store for lunch and ice cream – a step back in time to the mid-1950’s soda shop. The best ice cream ever was there – Cappuccino Crunch!! Our Time hosted happy hour. We originally had planned a picnic, but weather threatened, so we chose fine dining at the Bay Wolf Inn. This year we opted to view fireworks from our marina, which was a good decision. A thunderstorm with 23 knot winds (gusting to 43) was on the radar. The fireworks finished just in time and we didn’t have a drop of rain.
Day 5 Rock Hall>Homeport: An early morning departure to beat the heat included an uneventful (including no wind) return home.
Marty Suydam-Cruise Leader
Marty Suydam-Cruise Leader
Some notes on the June 23 & 24 Summer Solstice Cruise. The forecast for June 23 was not good, T-Storms, but I said rain or shine so we went. I had received one call of interest from Tom White, a long time member but not very active (Bristol 40 Agape). Norm Bogarde was planning to come but called and said he had hurt his back. The trip to Sillery Bay was uneventful, no wind or T-Storms. Did a little creek exploring and was on station early. Checked out the house on Little Island. It was built without permits but it has a nice guest house and it's own lighthouse. Talked to Tom White mid afternoon and he said they were on the way but would be late. Weather turned out to be quite nice, no T-Storms, no rain, no wind. Tom and Kathy did arrive and rafted up with Meridian
Nice social hour, got to know them, munchies, Solstice discussion, mechanical puzzles(nobody could solve the wine bottle puzzle). Good time for all. In the middle of all this who shows up but a MYSTERY GUEST on a jet ski! Ted Reinhold!
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I didn't know Ted had a jet ski. Ted joined us and the party continued. Ted went home before Sunset, which is not a problem since this is the longest day of the year. I did not take any pictures since my camera was acting up(lens aperture not locked in auto). Ted did take some as he was leaving. Stayed rafted up for the night.
Breakfast in the morning, broke up the raft about 10 AM, motored home. Still no wind. Weekend worked out a lot better than I expected.
Tom Adensam
Breakfast in the morning, broke up the raft about 10 AM, motored home. Still no wind. Weekend worked out a lot better than I expected.
Tom Adensam
It was a gorgeous weather day on Whitehall Creek (39.01N, 76.43W)! With fair weather and light breezes, the Chesapeake Bristol Club raised the cocktail flag at 14:00 and the grill was lit around 16:00. Mike and Marcia Nathans, our hosts, warmly welcomed 41 members and guests to their waterfront home. Saturday’s robust turnout included prospective members, Ed Almes (guest of the Suydams) and new Bristol owners Kirby Deaton and Acacia Holliday who found us through the website.
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Kirby and Acacia are from Ohio and were lured to Annapolis, “the sailing capital to find a sailboat to live aboard.” Kirby, a mechanical engineer, continued, “We just bought a Bristol 32 from the Maritime Museum. It's sitting on the hard at Knapp's Narrows Marina. We're working on the Bukh engine, trying to get it running again. We know next to nothing about the area or sailboats and sailing, so we want to network with people who do know these things and especially about our “new” 1974 boat. Our goal is to move aboard the boat and practice sailing here in the bay over the summer, and then head down to Florida and beyond after hurricane season.”
Kirby and Acacia have owned their Bristol 32 just a few weeks and are learning quickly about the joys and frustrations of boat ownership. Novices to sailing, they eagerly accepted offers of crew experiences, sage advice, and names of reputable mechanics and contractors to call upon.
Charter member John McLaughlin and wife Mary Ann returned after a long absence and shared some great and possibly forgotten CBC stories with old friends. [John, write these stories down so we can include them in our memory book!] We also welcomed back David Crosland and guest Brigitte Walsh.
Kirby and Acacia have owned their Bristol 32 just a few weeks and are learning quickly about the joys and frustrations of boat ownership. Novices to sailing, they eagerly accepted offers of crew experiences, sage advice, and names of reputable mechanics and contractors to call upon.
Charter member John McLaughlin and wife Mary Ann returned after a long absence and shared some great and possibly forgotten CBC stories with old friends. [John, write these stories down so we can include them in our memory book!] We also welcomed back David Crosland and guest Brigitte Walsh.
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Also present and accounted for were: Commodore Tom Trump, Vice Commodore Earl Mullins and wife Patti, Rear Commodore Randy Gillies and wife Warna (with Mac, the fearless sailing dog and mate aboard Godspeed), Membership Chair Rebecca Burka and husband Dave, our Treasurer (aboard Tarwathie), Tom Adensam, Bob Clopp and Prue Clendenning, Logan and Will Hottle, Scott and Mickey Doran, Doc and Carol Johnson, Marty and Joyce Suydam, Sandra and Norm Bogarde (aboard Savoir Faire’s dinghy), Charter Members Dick and Ruth Boecker and Dick Boecker Jr. and Natalie (aboard Daphne), Ted and Carol Reinhold, Joel Gross, Paul Kavanaugh and guest Mary Jo Swain, Robin Isaacson, and Lesley and Larry Crane and former club members and friends Bruce (1997 Commodore) and Jane Raymond (guests of Mike and Marcia).
There was food galore to share—a real tasty feast. Enjoyed were many fabulous side dishes,
delicious hors d’oeuvres, and desserts.
Salty Paws, with Captain Mike at the helm served as water taxi to the Burkas.
Mike thanked attendees, and gratitude flowed from members to him and Marcia for opening their home again this year. Rebecca Burka introduced old friends and new comers.
With the club’s 45th anniversary year upcoming, Earl Mullins announced that in September the club will have a planning meeting for the anniversary celebration to take place next year. Volunteers are invited to help plan the celebration, and the date for the first planning meeting will be announced in July.
There was food galore to share—a real tasty feast. Enjoyed were many fabulous side dishes,
delicious hors d’oeuvres, and desserts.
Salty Paws, with Captain Mike at the helm served as water taxi to the Burkas.
Mike thanked attendees, and gratitude flowed from members to him and Marcia for opening their home again this year. Rebecca Burka introduced old friends and new comers.
With the club’s 45th anniversary year upcoming, Earl Mullins announced that in September the club will have a planning meeting for the anniversary celebration to take place next year. Volunteers are invited to help plan the celebration, and the date for the first planning meeting will be announced in July.
As the land yachts began departing, Godspeed pulled away from the Nathans’ dock and the Bogardes dinghied around the bend to home port. Daphne and crew stayed the night dockside while Tarwathie’s crew swung on the hook.
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The club’s next events are coming soon:
· June 23-24, Tom Adensam will host the Sailstice Raft up on Sillery Bay off the Magothy River between Dobbins Island and Little Island. RSVP to Tom Adensam. Click HERE for details.
· June 30-July 4, the Suydams are hosting the Fireworks Mini-Cruise near Rock Hall. Cruise details HERE.
· July 27-29, the Hottles will host the St. Michaels Cruise to watch the Log Canoe Races. Click HERE for details.
Find information about all events by checking out the calendar on the CBC club website: http://www.cbclub.info/calendar.html.
Submitted by Patti Mullins, CBC Log Editor and Rebecca Burka
· June 23-24, Tom Adensam will host the Sailstice Raft up on Sillery Bay off the Magothy River between Dobbins Island and Little Island. RSVP to Tom Adensam. Click HERE for details.
· June 30-July 4, the Suydams are hosting the Fireworks Mini-Cruise near Rock Hall. Cruise details HERE.
· July 27-29, the Hottles will host the St. Michaels Cruise to watch the Log Canoe Races. Click HERE for details.
Find information about all events by checking out the calendar on the CBC club website: http://www.cbclub.info/calendar.html.
Submitted by Patti Mullins, CBC Log Editor and Rebecca Burka
May 26-28, rain and windless seas gloomily accompanied the enthusiastic sailing club members who came by boat (boat name in parenthesis) and land yacht to the 2018 Wye River Weekend. Bob Clopp and Prue Clendenning (Our Time) dropped anchor in Granary Creek on Saturday around 1400. After settling in, they went ashore, lit the grill, then raised glasses with new and old friends paying tribute to another Memorial Day Weekend on the Wye. For those still wide-eyed after a day of sailing, happy hour, and grilling, the evening’s entertainment was the classic movie Around the World in Eighty Days. Before heading back to the boat for a well-deserved night’s rest, Prue and Bob had the coffee urn set to brew for Sunday morning’s awakening. (Thank you!)
Five clubs participated: Eastport Yacht Club, Chesapeake Bristol Club (CBC), Magothy River Sailing Association, Club Beneteau Chesapeake Bay, and the Potapskut Sailing Association.
In addition to the Clopps (Our Time), there were a total of 12 boats on Granary Creek Saturday night, that included Commodore Tom Trump (Cape Doctor) and members Monique Pasquale and Bob Gajewski who sailed with Membership Chair Rebecca Burka and husband David (Tarwathie).
Other CBC attendees and guests included new CBC members Leslie and John Baker, Paul Kavanaugh with guest Mary Jo Swain, Elinor and Tom Adensam, Monique Pasquale was joined on Saturday by her cousin Natalie and her fiancé Dan. Also attending were Mickey, his brother Pat and Scott Doran, Doc and Carol Johnson, Tom Finnin, and Annette Cheng. Joel Gross, who was unable to attend, sent hearty greetings to all via Tom Finnin. Drum roll, please….Bob Clopp reported that CBC had the highest number of members and guests in attendance topping the other 4 clubs.
Five clubs participated: Eastport Yacht Club, Chesapeake Bristol Club (CBC), Magothy River Sailing Association, Club Beneteau Chesapeake Bay, and the Potapskut Sailing Association.
In addition to the Clopps (Our Time), there were a total of 12 boats on Granary Creek Saturday night, that included Commodore Tom Trump (Cape Doctor) and members Monique Pasquale and Bob Gajewski who sailed with Membership Chair Rebecca Burka and husband David (Tarwathie).
Other CBC attendees and guests included new CBC members Leslie and John Baker, Paul Kavanaugh with guest Mary Jo Swain, Elinor and Tom Adensam, Monique Pasquale was joined on Saturday by her cousin Natalie and her fiancé Dan. Also attending were Mickey, his brother Pat and Scott Doran, Doc and Carol Johnson, Tom Finnin, and Annette Cheng. Joel Gross, who was unable to attend, sent hearty greetings to all via Tom Finnin. Drum roll, please….Bob Clopp reported that CBC had the highest number of members and guests in attendance topping the other 4 clubs.
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CBC hosts Bob and Prue (also EYC coordinators) and Will and Logan Hottle organized O-Limp-Ic games and prizes. Commodore Trump helped judge the art contest and Mickey Doran (who planned the art event with Prue) presented the award for the best drawing depicting an element of the Wye River.
To everyone’s delight, the sun came out on Sunday afternoon and shone like spot light on the O-Limp-Ics. Teams consisting of 4 people each took names of Chesapeake Bay Islands. Each competed in a series of timed and scored games that included nautical knot tying, baseball toss, ski walk, water balloon relay, corn hole toss, and the toilet seat/discus toss brought back by popular demand. The highest combined scores of these six games determined the overall Team prize winner. Separate prizes were awarded to the winners of the silly boat inspection, the art event, and nautical trivia contest. Bob Clopp brought select bottles of his delicious homemade wine for prizes to winners.
As always, the Wye River event featured the full BBQ picnic by George of sausages, chicken, ribs, beans; tailgate rum punches that live up to their name, and homemade potluck salads and desserts.
CBC members who came by boat said the weekend served as the season’s shakedown cruise, since the scheduled May 19 shakedown cruise at Lake Ogleton, hosted by Mickey Doran and Rear Commodore Randy and Warna Gillies had to be canceled for weather.
Our next events are coming up soon—check the website for cruise and shore party details and updates:
• June 16, Shore Party on Whitehall Creek hosted by Mike and Marcia Nathans,
click HERE for flyer; note homepage RSVP.
• June 23-24, Tom Adensam will host the Summer Sailstice event,
Sillery Bay off the Magothy River.
• June 30-July 4, Marty and Joyce Suydam will host
the Rock Hall fireworks cruise. Click HERE.
More information about all events will be on the club website: http://www.cbclub.info/calendar.html.
Submitted by Patti Mullins, CBC Log Editor and Rebecca Burka
Updated June 12, 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.
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.
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.
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
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

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 Taliaferro, Prue Clendenning and Bob Clopp.
Find the latest updates about the club on the website: http://www.cbcclub.info.
Patti Mullins, Editor, CBC Log

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
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.”

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.
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.
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
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.
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.
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.
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
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 |

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
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.
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.
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
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

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.
The party then walked over to Cinghiale Osteria for dinner within sight of our boats just out of the marina.
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.
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.
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
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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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.

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!!!"
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.
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.

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

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.
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.
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.

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

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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