St Lucie Sailing Club The Log - July 2020 Incorporated April 4, 1975 From the Acting Commodore: What a contrast these last few weeks have been to what the weather was like before that. ‘Don’t know about the rest of you, but I thought I was going to grow fins the weather was so wet. Now we are back to normal summer weather with afternoon storms followed by heat to dry up the excess of rain water. But I digress. The Saint Lucie Sailing Club is thriving even through stormy weather and the COVID-19 Virus. Our membership has grown to the highest it has been for a long time and the number of boats taking part in the races has exceeded anything seen before. Just last Saturday for the beer can race, we had nine boats taking part. It is a shame that we have still not been able to bring together the Members for our monthly meetings but we may be getting closer. It has been determined that using Zoom or any other internet meeting was not a viable option, BUT at the Bridge meeting we held a couple of days ago, other ways were discussed. We have Bridge members looking for Open Air places where we may be able to hold a meeting, Locks Landing Park being one. The parking lot at the church where we were supposed to hold the meetings, being another. Whatever is decided, we will still have to continue following CDC Guidelines, if not for your own protection, for the safety of others who may be more susceptible to the virus. With a growth in positive virus reports being reported in Florida, we don’t want our members to be on those reports. Whatever is found or decided, we may also have to provide our own seating. One of our Bridge members, Susan Strickland, came across something which may be of interest to a number of you. One of our members from a couple of years ago, Eric Dove, sailed off with his wife Lauren and their young son Rivers, to the Caribbean. Click on the link to listen to a new song of his and see how they are doing. Nice sunset view of tropical places to take everyone's mind far away from pandemic reality and into a happier place. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6zrdb5YJjSU As a final note I wish to let you know that this will be my last letter as the Acting Commodore. Your actual Commodore Larry Bryant, will be taking over the helm again effective July 1 st . It’s good to see him back. James Arthur From the Commodore: I am back to resume my responsibility as commodore. I would like to thank James Arthur for doing a GREAT job in my absence. The club went on nicely under his leadership… thanks again James. As everyone agrees, these are very strange times we live in. What with the virus and the bridge problem, we have to remember that this too, will pass. The SLSC bridge has been having meetings viva Zoom. Several of member of the bridge are looking into an outside location to have a social/meeting as soon as it is safe. No one knows when it will be safe for a large group to meet, but when that time comes, we will be ready. We welcome all ideas that the membership may have. Just call or email your ideas to Linda Magda, Joe Sawyer, or Kevin Kirwin. I would like to give Mike Brescher a special thanks for the outstanding job he has done in keeping the race program going. It has been very successful with more boats competing. We welcome all the new captains and crew. The races have been fantastic. I am very glad to see our members using good judgement in dealing with the virus problem. We all are anxious for the time we can meet and get back to a somewhat normal life. Have fun and be safe. Larry Bryant, SLSC Commodore
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St Lucie Sailing Club
The Log - July 2020 Incorporated April 4, 1975
From the Acting Commodore:What a contrast these last few weeks have been to what the weather was like before that. ‘Don’tknow about the rest of you, but I thought I was going to grow fins the weather was so wet. Nowwe are back to normal summer weather with afternoon storms followed by heat to dry up theexcess of rain water. But I digress.The Saint Lucie Sailing Club is thriving even through stormy weather and the COVID-19 Virus.Our membership has grown to the highest it has been for a long time and the number of boatstaking part in the races has exceeded anything seen before. Just last Saturday for the beer canrace, we had nine boats taking part. It is a shame that we have still not been able to bring together the Members for ourmonthly meetings but we may be getting closer. It has been determined that using Zoom or any other internet meetingwas not a viable option, BUT at the Bridge meeting we held a couple of days ago, other ways were discussed. We haveBridge members looking for Open Air places where we may be able to hold a meeting, Locks Landing Park being one.The parking lot at the church where we were supposed to hold the meetings, being another. Whatever is decided, wewill still have to continue following CDC Guidelines, if not for your own protection, for the safety of others who maybe more susceptible to the virus. With a growth in positive virus reports being reported in Florida, we don’t want ourmembers to be on those reports. Whatever is found or decided, we may also have to provide our own seating.One of our Bridge members, Susan Strickland, came across something which may be of interest to anumber of you. One of our members from a couple of years ago, Eric Dove, sailed off with his wife Laurenand their young son Rivers, to the Caribbean. Click on the link to listen to a new song of his and see howthey are doing. Nice sunset view of tropical places to take everyone's mind far away from pandemic realityand into a happier place. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6zrdb5YJjSU
As a final note I wish to let you know that this will be my last letter as the Acting Commodore. Your actualCommodore Larry Bryant, will be taking over the helm again effective July 1st. It’s good to see him back.James Arthur
From the Commodore:I am back to resume my responsibility as commodore. I would like to thank JamesArthur for doing a GREAT job in my absence. The club went on nicely under hisleadership… thanks again James. As everyone agrees, these are very strange times welive in. What with the virus and the bridge problem, we have to remember that this too,will pass.The SLSC bridge has been having meetings viva Zoom. Several of member of thebridge are looking into an outside location to have a social/meeting as soon as it is safe.No one knows when it will be safe for a large group to meet, but when that time comes,we will be ready. We welcome all ideas that the membership may have. Just call or
email your ideas to Linda Magda, Joe Sawyer, or Kevin Kirwin.I would like to give Mike Brescher a special thanks for the outstanding job he has done in keeping the race programgoing. It has been very successful with more boats competing. We welcome all the new captains and crew. The raceshave been fantastic.I am very glad to see our members using good judgement in dealing with the virus problem. We all are anxious for thetime we can meet and get back to a somewhat normal life. Have fun and be safe.Larry Bryant, SLSC Commodore
Racing ScuttlebuttMike Brescher, Race Captain
The Summer Sailstice Regatta was held June 20, 2020. We had a surprisingly great turnout of sailors, and sailingweather stayed steady all day, but the wind was shifty causing boats to change positions. Maybe after all the rainand storms we have had for the previous days, this weather seemed extra special. It was good to see a couple ofnew boats.One new boat came out and parked next to the starting line in a very shallow spot, and watched all the other boatsstart until he got towed off. He then started late but sailed the course.The boats were nicely spread out on the course for fun competition but all finished close with less than a 22-minutedifference between first and fifth. The sailors must have done something nice to be rewarded with such a wonderfulday to be on the River.
The Trophies were presented for the J & M Class as the first three boats finished. “We still are refraining fromhaving an after-race party.The awards were as follow:1st Whisper Larry Bryant (F) 1:39:222nd Last Word Darren Kirkland (F) 1:41:503rd Wild Rice Richard Rice & Asta Poirier (F) 1:44:234rd Salty Dogs Steve Weinstein (F) 1:56:105th Even Star Russell Singson (F) 2:01:196th My Weigh Jack Molinelli (F) 2:03:457th Max Chad Gilpin (F) 2:09:408th Lily Grace Jacques Marzi (F) 2:27:35
Editor’s Note: Mike mentions a boat running agroundNear the start and “getting pulled off.” This is Mike >>>> >>>doing the pulling! PL
SLSC Upcoming Events
“On the Radar Screen”
Stuff happens: check your emails
Jul 11 Six PackJul 18 Ocean Sail-Fish RegattaJul 21 Bridge MeetingAug 1 Six Pack RaceAug 3 Monthly meetingAug 13 S&M dinnerAug 15 Dog Days of Summer RegattaAug 18 Bridge Meeting Photo by Jay Seeley
Social ScuttlebuttLinda Magda, Social Captain
Still hunkered down. We are trying to figure out how todo something safely…. We are still working on it. Be safe.
Whisper handles a change of wind!
Six Pack Racing!Mike Diamond
Junes’s Six Pack Race was held on the 6th.We had plenty of moisture in the area all week from Tropical Storm Cristobal,with a forecast of 50% chance of rain.Five participants were rewarded with lots of wind, cloudy skies, and… norain.The FAU North Fork weather pole (fau.loboviz.com) indicated winds at noonwere 17-22 out of the SSE.Last Word, Salty Dogs and Sloop John B were lined up as they rounded #7 butthe bigger boats made up their handicapped start and took off as we headedsouth towards the windward mark (#1).The fleet spread out and the top four competitors all had comfortable leadsover the next competitor as they finished.Order of finish: Last Word, My Weigh, Sailsman, Salty Dogs, Sloop John BThe next 6 Pack Race is scheduled for July 11th.Our current standings have two boats within 4 points for 1st & 2nd places,and nine boats within 4 points for 3rd place.
Current Standings!Last Word Darren Kirkland 5My Weigh Jack Moinelli 9Cuzin Chris and Janis Cusimano 12Wind Angel Eric Lisbin 13Sloop John B Mike and Lynn Diamond 14Salty Dogs Steve Weinstein 14Wild Rice Richard Rice and Asta Poirier 14Bound Away Mike Brescher 15Sailsman Jesse and Denise Jagoda 15Angelina Orlando Milan 16Voyager Joe Sawyer 16Remember, the key to your 6 Pack standings is consistent participation.
So you think you know how to Race?The answers are later in the Log
Jazz Jams at the Ft Pierce Yacht ClubJoe Sawyer, Past Commodore
The Ft Pierce Jazz and Blues Society ispresenting a series of “Jazz Jams” at the FtPierce Yacht Club during the coming months.Under an abundance of caution, these informalconcerts will take place outdoors under thestars on the yacht club patio. Social distancingwill be observed and the wearing of masks isencouraged. Performances begin at 7 PM andrun until around 9:30 PM. Light refreshmentsand drinks will be available from the yachtclub. Admission is $10 per person. The “Jazz Jams” will occur on Tuesdayevenings on the following dates; June 30, July 14 and 28, August 11 and 25,September 8 and 22, and October 13 and 27.
The Ft Pierce Yacht Club is located on the Indian River waterfront at 700 N.Indian River drive, Ft Pierce. You can check out the Jazz & Blues Society’swebsite www.jazzsociety.org for further info and updates.
While some might understandably be hesitant to attend an event of thisnature right now, it’s something to keep in mind for future months when theCovid-19 situation may hopefully improve. If you decide to attend any ofthese let others know. It might be fun to go as a group. While seating isavailable on the patio, it might be a good idea to bring a lawn chair… just incase.
Cheers,Joe
Answer to Racing Question!
Sail MartTartan T10 For Sale The owner would love to see her in a new home.Tartan T-10s weigh 7,100 pounds, are 33 feet long, draw 5.8 feet, and were builtfrom 1978 to 1988. Some 400 were built as a one design sailboat. Contact Robert Kraczek at 772-249-4349 for more info.
Fosters Needed: All For One Pet Rescue has two beautiful girls, Khloe and Belle. They areboth super sweet and great in the house. Each would do best asthe only dog in a house, which makes finding a foster home a littledifficult, so please help. Khloe was adopted as a puppy and herowner can no longer care for her for medical reasons. She is afour-year old hound mix. She is smart, playful, loyal, and sweet.Belle has been in a foster home for a year, and the foster can nolonger take care of her, either. She is also smart, playful, loyal, andsweet. If you would consider taking eitherof them, please contact Martine Pate at
561-693-884.
C&C 36 K/CB for sale. Contact Harvey Nation at >>>>>>[email protected]
—––Retired couple desire private covered storage–––We’re looking for covered storage for our boat or travel trailer in the Treasure Coastarea. One or the other, either the boat or RV would be in storage year-round. I’m looking for a non-commerciallocation, nothing fancy; just a covered space like a barn or storage shelter to protect from the sun. I need at least 25feet long by 10 feet wide.Contact us, Chris & Janis Cusimano: call or text: 678.256.4356 and/or email: [email protected]
SLSC BridgeCommodore Larry BryantVice Commodore James Arthur
Assistant Vice Sue StricklandRear Commodore Kevin Kirwin
Assistant Rear Glenn StricklandTreasurer Debbie ArthurSecretary Dina HollobaughFleet (Cruise) Captain Tom MestritsRace Captain Mike BrescherSocial Captain Linda MagdaDirector Ships Store Katherine NeurohrDirector Web Master Adrienne Jalowsky
Assistant Web Jim HaleyDirector Publicity Lynn Morgan
Assistant Publicity Janis CusimanoDirector Log Paul Loschiavo
Photo Editor Karen TwissPast Commodore Joe Sawyer
What is your favorite Boat Hurricane Survival Tale?Mike Brescher
Every year at this time, all boat owners think “how are we going to protect one of our most valuable possessionswhen a big blow comes our way again.”If you have a boat or boats, if you ever had a boat, or if you know a story about a friend who had a boat, wewould like to hear about your experiences trying to protect it. It would be nice to compile a list of boats andideas that we can share with other members.If you want to help, please email the following information to [email protected]
1. Your name.2. Name of boat or boats3. Make, model, and year of boats.4. Type, use, length, draft.5. Where it is docked.6. Where it is moved for protection.
7. Do you know of any good hurricane holes? 8. Will you need any assistance preparing the boat?
