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M A T H E W S Y A C H T C L U B
390 Yacht Club Road • P. O. Box 671 • Mathews, VA 23109 • 804-725-3165
Chartered June 2, 1949 37°27.8’N / 76°18.6’W
DECKLINESJune2018
ABOARD SHIP
COMMODOREDaniel “Dan” Reno
Saturday Lunches andDinners Resume
Trivia NightSummer Solstice
CruiseFather’s Day Picnic
COMMODOREDaniel E. “Dan” Reno(804) [email protected] COMMODOREJoseph C. “Joe” Arnold (973) 714-4973 [email protected] COMMODOREGary L. Kanner(804) [email protected] CAPTAINChester N. “Ted” Kranz (804) [email protected]. Godwin Jones(804) [email protected]
TREASURERJames “Jim” Hendrickson(804) 725-9098 [email protected] SURGEONCharles F. Dawson(804) 725-2993 [email protected] MANAGERTom Flounders(804) 725-3165 (Club)[email protected]
MYC WEBSITEwww.mathewsyachtclub.com
he sun is shining and the temperature is rising and we welcome both of these changes with open arms and hope for
many more days of this. As you know, if you were able to attend our Flag
Raising Ceremony it was a fine evening highlighted by four of our new members raising the flags and Tom Robinson playing “To the Colors” on his historic reconstructed Civil War bugle.
Congrats go to our volunteer Work Day crews who all worked hard to beautify all areas of the Club inside and out. Check the Vice Commodore’s article for more info about the day since he was the “leader of the pack” and coordinated the work. I would like you to take notice of the improvement of our burgee display in the bar area. Be sure to thank Gil Paradies who stepped up and volunteered to improve the area. Good job Gil!
Our Derby Day event was three years in the making and from all reports it was well worth the effort. I want to personally thank Doug Gregory for coming to me and suggesting that we give this a try. It did not work out the first year and the following year the date was already booked for another event but Doug persevered and this year we grabbed the date and scheduled it. Then began the television and antenna placements and try-outs, and more placements and more try-outs which
seemed non-ending but we did it. With fingers crossed in hopes that on the actual derby day all would work as planned! Then the day arrived and the Club was filled with lovely ladies wearing beautifully decorated hats and drinking mint juleps while the men pondered horse selections and there was great anticipation all around waiting for that 2 minutes of excitement as the horses ran. YES, it happened and then the winners were announced- sadly I was not one of them. We thought we might not have a winner or at the most one winner but to our surprise we had three winners. Many members
have requested that we do it every year so get ready guys with the antennas, the
wires and the televisions.
With summer arriving, our ladies have already filled the very popular aerobics classes held in the club’s pool. The classes will meet from 10am to 11am on Wednesday or Thursday with a make-up day on Friday if needed. Classes start on the 20th of June, 2018. The contact
for the classes is Cindy Butterworth who can be contacted
at 804-691-6270 or by email [email protected] if you
missed the sign-up for the first scheduled classes, Cindy will add your name to a list in
hopes of finding another aerobics instructor so that more classes can be available.
Get out and enjoy the month June!–Fair Winds
“He who lets the sea lull him into a sense of security...
...is in very grave danger.”
– Hammond InesNovelist
The Annual Flag Raising —At the annual event denoting the opening of the yachting season, the Commodore,
flanked by the other officers and directors view the raising of the colors, traditionally performed by a team of new club members, as Tom Robinson (far left) played “To the Colors” on his historic reconstructed Civil War bugle.
D E C K L I N E S June 2018
SECRETARYGodwin Jones
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VICE COMMODOREJoseph C. “Joe” Arnold
REAR COMMODOREGary L. Kanner
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ummer is finally here, our flags have been raised and the pool has been opened.
The Summer Water Aerobics will begin this year on June 20th. Classes will be held on Wednesdays and Thursdays from 10:00am to 11:00am, with Friday as a weather make-up day. The fee is $25.00. The classes are already booked solid. If you did not register in time, you can ask Cindy Butterworth to put you on the waiting list. She is trying to find another aerobic instructor so that she can have additional classes. If you know an aerobics instructor who may be interested, please let Cindy know at [email protected].
Work has begun to repair the finger piers and pilings that were damaged in the big windstorm. Pedestals to replace the electric on C Dock are on order and we expect them to arrive soon. Also, look for the new kayak racks.
Right now we are experiencing some kitchen issues that we are working on. The large freezer/ice box is not working and possibly needs a new motor or compressor. This has caused some electrical problems, which are also being addressed. Our facility and equipment are aging and invariably there is always something that needs to be fixed!
I want to thank the following volunteers for their services:
• Gil Paradies for making flag poles to display the flags that were strung on the wall to match the ones over the bar.
• Ted Kranz, Henry Krage, Don Connolly, and Ken Lee for refurbishing the top of the bar; it was sanded, cleaned, and re-varnished.
• Betty Kranz corrected the emergency contact number on the front door.
• Chuck Dawson made a screen door for the kitchen entrance, made benches for the pool area, repaired the pool gates, and designed the suggestion box which sits on the left of the entranceway.
• Henry Krage repaired the irrigation system. • Lisa Krose-Krage repotted the various
flowerpots around the club and heads the volunteers of the garden club. She will be looking for volunteers to help with the maintenance of the grounds during the year.
These wonderful volunteers are who make our club so successful. Thank you!
The Shipmates Table continues to be a success. Martha and I always enjoy sitting with different members when we host. All the events of May were a resounding success.
Have a wonderful June. Enjoy the summer weather.
ne new member recently accepted our invitation to become a full active member.
Please welcome aboard:Nathan J. Beck of Richmond sponsored by Dan Reno
Two new applications were approved at the Board meeting on May 15. Because there is currently not a Waiting List, these approved members have been invited to immediately become a full active members:
F. Ann Foster of North sponsored by Allen MoughonLisa Callis of Grimstead sponsored by Randy Pollard
Three new applications were presented to the Board on May 15. The names of these applicants have been placed on the bulletin board and in Decklines so that any member may comment before the Board considers approval on June 19, 2018.
Ed McNamee of Cardinal sponsored by Rosemary EatonKarl Braun of Bavon sponsored by Paul Vanden BoutScott Finney of Gloucester sponsored by Wayne Fentress
Currently, there is no waiting list. However, interest in membership is quite high with many members requesting application forms, so we will fill our quota soon. Applicants, who are approved now, will be immediately invited to active membership. Beat the rush!
Please keep the Secretary informed of any address, phone or e-mail address changes - [email protected].
s we enter the month of June, 2018, here’s hoping we can continue the momentum we
enjoyed in May. Perhaps the highlight of May was our
first annual Derby Day which turned out to be an absolute blast. Many thanks to the members and staff who worked so hard to make this event a reality and a special thanks to all those who participated in the event. The hat contest was one of the highlights of the evening.
Beginning in June, we will ramp up the activities at our club on Saturdays. Lunches will be served every Saturday from 11:00 AM until 1:00 PM. So come by the club, take a dip in the pool and stay for lunch. Or just come on by and have lunch while enjoying the great atmosphere offered by our club.
Saturday evenings will also provide our members with an opportunity to take advantage of their club membership. We will be having different types of meals and activities each Saturday of the month:
• June 2 – features Dinners from the Grill• June 9 – an elegant Candle Light Dinner• June 16 – fun with Saturday Trivia• June 23 – more Dinners from the Grill• June 30 – another Candle Light Dinner Dinners from the Grill will be a more
informal meal with the main courses cooked on the grill. The Candle Light Dinners will be a more formal dinner ordered off a menu with full table service. Saturday Trivia is intended to offer our members, including those not able to attend our monthly Thursday Trivia, a chance to test their knowledge skills. For further information on each of these events keep an eye out for weekly e-minders that will provide menus and additional details.
Derby Day Debut —In the first, of what many hope to be an annual event, the packed house turned out in timely Derby attire, to view the race, root for their favorite horse, and sip their mint juleps. All had
a grand time, as the “Hat Ladies” (above) attest. Even Commodore Reno couldn’t resist donning a Derby Day chapeau.
MANTELOF THE MONTH
hh, June! And the full bloom of summer, brings us thoughts of boats and beaches — and, this
month’s creative dining room mantel, the courtesy of Bambi Thompson and Kathleen O’Neal. So, when you see Bambi or Kathleen around the clubthis month be sure to thank them for their artistic efforts. !
D E C K L I N E S June 2018
NEWS FORTHE NEWSLETTER
ubmissions to Decklines and The Sale Loft are welcome; and should be sent by the 15th of the month to the Decklines Editor. email: [email protected] snail mail: 8903 Milbrae Place Richmond; VA 23236
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FLEET CAPTAINChester N. “Ted” Kranz THE SALE LOFT
SundaysBrunch 9:00 am – 1:00 pm
Thursdays and FridaysLunch 11:00 am - 2:00 pm
Dinner 6:00 pm - 9:00 pmSaturdays
Lunch 11:00 am - 2:00 pm Dinner 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
FOR SALE - 1977 Tartan 37; S&S designed, with 4’2” draft; Westerbeke 40 engine, Westerbeke 4.0 KW generator, sleeps 7, Jabsco head, frig, propane stove w/oven, A/C, 3 furling genoas, full batten mainsail, standing rigging replaced in 05, Raymarine chart plotter, dodger & bimini, and more. See PATRIOT at Norton’s Yacht sales in Deltaville, Va. Contact Capt. Davie Cottrell (804) 815-9347, [email protected].
FOR SALE - 1969 Morgan 28 Sloop; 20B Two diesel engine (installed 2000) low hours; hull in good shape; sails in fair shape; needs TLC; various spare parts included. $3,000 or best offer; located in Mathews, VA on Stutts Creek.Contact: Daniel Harris, 804-397-9668; please leave a message.
FOR SALE – 35 ft Deadrise, Jennie May, built in 1986 by David Rollins of Back River Boats, Poquoson. Heart pine hull construction, plywood decks and cabin, and mahogany trim; well maintained and in excellent shape. Only used for pleasure; always kept in a covered slip. New Perkins 4.236 diesel, 85 hp, in 2015 w/less than 100 hours; fuel capacity of 70 gal.; cruises at 7 kts using less than 3 gph fuel. Well equipped with safety gear, GPS at both wheel and cockpit stations, radar, AM/FM radio, VHF, compass, depth sounder, searchlight, horn, anchor, dock box, and miscellaneous gear. $37,500. Can be seen at Horn Harbor Marina, D dock. Contact Paul Vanden Bout (804)725-1835 or (434)242-6431; [email protected].
FOR SALE - 1980 Harpoon 5.2 Sailboat by Boston Whaler; Tohatsu (Nissan) 3.5HP 1993 motor; includes main, jib and spinnaker; includes galvanized trailer; garage kept good condition; asking $2,450.Contact Hu Swecker (757) 373-0715
FOR SALE – 2000 Boston Whaler in excellent condition; 13’ w/bimini top, bow & seat cushions, depth finder, fish finder and bottom painted. Looks and runs great with a 30 HP Mercury motor. Comes with an EZ Loader trailer with spare tire. Garage kept. A ton of fun for only $7,950.Call Maxine Francisco (804) 725-9324
oating season is in full swing. Many club members are getting their boats in the water and seem
to be ready to have some summer fun. Sixteen members recently completed the
“Suddenly in Command” USCG class at the club on May 12. Ron Payne volunteered to show how quickly inflatable life vests expand
and his wife, Wendy was lucky to ignite and handle a flare on the dock. Our next class will be a CPR class in July. If you see auxiliary members, please give
them a big thank you for conducting classes at the club.
The first cruise of the year was the Shakedown Cruise, planned for the weekend of May 18–20. Unfortunately, the weather did not cooperate, so, following the pre-cruise dinner at the Shipmates’ Table Friday evening, cruise leader Ron Payne was forced to cancel the planned sail to the Severn River off Mobjack Bay the next day.
Our second cruise is the Norfolk Harbor- fest cruise (Tall Ships festival) on June 7, 8, 9 and 10. We have 8 boats signed up for this cruise. Godwin Jones is the cruise leader for this event. Club boats will escort one of the
tall ships and raft up at the event for the weekend. Our club has one of the largest fleets.
The third cruise is the “Summer Solstice” cruise June 15-24. The cruise will take boats south to Elizabeth City through the ICW (in a loop). Jim Coling is the cruise leader. Jim will provide details concerning the event soon.
My wife, Betty is starting up a series of Kayaking activities for the club. She reports that she is getting a lot of interest and support. The initial event is targeted for Saturday June 2 in Stutts
FOR SALE –1994 Grady-White 272 Sailfish Angler 25’ in Horn Harbor Marina. Repowered in 2004 with twin Honda 200 HP four stroke outboards; engines have 300 hours and recently completely overhauled by Swords Marine; helm has a hard top with isinglass enclosures on all four sides; equipped with a cockpit shower, marine head, prep sink and refrigerator. $20,000.Contact: Jerry Pate 703-895-9829
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Creek. Please let her know, [email protected], if you are interested, and want to participate.
Finally, please welcome a new member, Nathan Beck and his family with their classic sailboat, Millie Joe, a 1961, 36' Alden Zephyr, now berthed at the B dock, slip 35.
Hopeful Cruisers at the Shipmates Table — Hopeful, that is, the weather would break and the Shakedown Cruise could go forward, the cruisers
enjoyed dinner at the Shipmates Table Friday evening. Alas the rains continued to threaten and the cruise was abandoned. But, hey, good food with good friends — what’s not to like?
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11–2 Lunch Menu 6–8 Famous Friday Buffet
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11–2 Lunch Menu 6–9 Mom’s Home Cooking
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11–2 Fathers’ Day Picnic
Summer Solstice Cruise Sets Sail
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11–2 Lunch Menu 5–9 Dinners from the Grill
11–2 Lunch Menu 5–9 Candle Light Dinners
11–2 Lunch Menu 5–9 Saturday Trivia
11–2 Lunch Menu 5–9 Dinners from the Grill
11–2 Lunch Menu 5–9 Candle Light Dinners
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