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Hurricane Earl
By now you all should be aware that hurricane Earl could potentially
come our way by this Friday. Although the final path is still uncertain
the BYC waterfront has to begin preparations now to protect the yacht
clubs assets from storm damage. This includes the potential removal of
the dingy docks and tie-ups. There are nearly 50 boats tied up to our
docks and two lifts thus the need to plan ahead. It is the
responsibility of the boat owners to remove their boats in a timely
manner. The BYC will not assume any responsibility for any boats left on
the docks. Also everyone should secure any boats that are on moorings
ahead of time and not wait until the weather has already turned bad as
the waterfront will make the final decision when to shut down services
when the safety of the launch drivers and launches are in doubt.
Lets hope the storm passes us by but
please help the waterfront out by removing your boat. We will do the
best to store your boat in the back of the parking lot once it is on
a trailer. Thank you in advance for your cooperation.
For up-to-date information, please visit the National Hurricane
Center
http://www.nhc.noaa.gov/
Phil DiCarlo, Commodore
Click the map below for latest
information on Hurricane Earl
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Weekend racing update - Sept 4, 5
MRA has cancelled racing for Saturday.
Review of Sunday racing feasibility will be made by 5pm on Friday
afternoon although racing may still be cancelled later depending on
sea state and access to the water via crane and docks. Chowder
Regatta / MARE Pursuit Race on Monday is expected to be raced as
usual. We will monitor sea state and access to the water via docks
during the weekend.
From Anne L Coulombe, Race Committee Chair
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M.A.R.E.: It's that time of year
again and it is coming up quickly!
The dates and the three events supporting the BYC charity of choice, M.A.R.E. (Mass
Adoption Resource Exchange), are as follows: Mon Sept 6 (Labor Day) - BYC
Pursuit Sailboat Race; Sat Sept 11 - The Stoddard Fishing Tournament;
and, Mon Sept 13 - Golf Tournament at Beverly Golf and Tennis. The BYC
can use your help with these events. We have auctions and raffles for
the sailing and golf and we need items large and small. If there is
anything you can donate, or know someone with a local business that can
donate, we would be very grateful. We also need volunteers on Labor Day,
Mon Sept 6 for the Pursuit Sailboat Race, as well as Mon Sept 13 for the golf tournament
in Beverly. And we want
you at the auctions. We also have advertising opportunities in the form
of signs on the golf course. Or, you can make a simple donation. We can
now accept your donation on your BYC number. We also are looking for
your sailboat
entries, fisherman and golfers.
Donations from BYC members in the past have included sailboat or power boat
day charters, rounds of golf, art, handmade goods including jewelry,
art, clothing, and many other items large and small. We also need to sell
raffle tickets for the two separate raffles. The only way this can be
successful on behalf of M.A.R.E if our membership helps in this
endeavor. Any donation- goods, time etc. -will be greatly appreciated.
You can find details on the BYC website.
http://www.bostonyachtclub.net/social/charities.
Please email me if you can help. And thanks in advance! M.A.R.E tax
exempt # 042-227431.
From Dana Williams, Chair, BYC Charities
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Changes in launch hours/fuel
service at the BYC for September
Special Launch hours
for Labor Day, Mon Sept 6:
8 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Beginning Tues Sept 7: Weekday (Mon thru Fri) Launch hours - 9
a.m. to 7 p.m.
Beginning Tues Sept 7: Weekend (Sat/Sun) Launch hours - 8 a.m. to
8 p.m.
Note: the BYC fuel dock is closed on Mondays.
From Ken Breen, BYC Dockmaster
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"A BYC Cruising Story"
Thank you for a fantastic cruise! June Zieff has written
a great summary of the cruise and it is posted on the
cruise
website. Please note that
the BYC Cruise Reunion Cocktail Party has been changed to Thurs Sept 30
at 6:30 pm. Kid Cruisers welcome! Please come as highlights of the
cruise will be shared by several. If anyone has anything they want to
contribute to the evening to reminisce this great cruise and the fun
times, please contact the Cruise Committee.
From Christi van Heek, BYC Cruise Committee
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Comings and Goings
We are pleased to announce that we have completed the search for the
Treasurer’s Office. Beth Anne Tonneson has been hired as the Club’s
Business Office Manager. Beth has an extensive background in
accounting as well as previous private club experience as Controller
at Essex County Club in Manchester, MA. Beth will be starting
the week of Aug 23 at which time she will be working closely with
the Treasurer, General Manager and office staff to develop an
understanding of her new role and club operations. We ask that if
there are any immediate questions for the Treasurer’s Office, that
they be directed to the General Manager, Robert Pescatore.
From Phil DiCarlo, BYC Commodore and Robert C. Pescatore, BYC General Manager
A congratulations and a fond farewell to Bar Manager Brian DeFelice
who will be assuming a new role at the Westin Copley. Brian has been
with the Club for seven years and will be truly missed. Jose
Contreras, who has been a server here at the Club, will start a new
position as Dining Room Manager where he will oversee a la carte
service and assist with staff training.
From Robert C. Pescatore, BYC General Manager
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Autumn Club hours, new dinner menu additions
and the upcoming holiday season
As a reminder, the Club will be closed on Tuesdays all day starting
Tues Sept 7 and closed on Sunday evenings starting Sun Sept 12. Chef
Bill will have some new additions to the dinner menu starting Weds
Aug 18. Here are a few. For appetizers: Ahi Tuna
Napoleon, Tuscan Tenderloin Bruschetta or Porcini & Asparagus
Risotto. For entrees: Veal Oscar, Lobster Pie or a Seafood Penne
Pasta. Reservations are always encouraged so we may staff and serve
you properly. Finally, for those thinking of the holidays already
and would like to host a party at the Club, please contact
Suzie
Travers for available dates.
From Robert C. Pescatore, BYC General Manager
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BYC 2010 Stoddard Invitational Fishing Tournament, Sat Sept
11
The Boston Yacht Club will be the host of
the 201 Stoddard invitational
fishing tournament Sat Sept 11. The tournament
will include three prize categories; Largest Striped Bass,
Largest Bluefish and Tagged Tuna. The tournament entrance
fee is $25 per angler for the Bass and Blues tournament. An
additional entrance fee of $5 per angler will enter one into
the Tuna tournament. All BYC members are welcome to
participate. Members of Maddies Anglers Club will also be
invited to enter the Stoddard Tournament. All anglers
entered in the tournament will receive a T-shirt. Fishing will commence at sunrise on
Saturday. Food and drink will be available at the Gazebo.
We anticipate boats entered in the tournament to be rafting
up from 2:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. (in a similar fashion to the
boat parade). The larger boats will be stern to on the main
dock and we are asking center consoles to try to fill in at
the yardarm dock. The fuel dock will be open. Come on down
to the Gazebo area for the weight-in at 3:00 p.m. to see how
the fleet competed. Click here for the 2010 Stoddard
Fishing Tournament entry form. Check out the
Stoddard Fishing Tournament webpage for more information on this
great event.
From Dana Williams, BYC Social Chair
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Member Q&A - Bylaw Changes - Thurs
Sept 23 at 6:30 p.m.
We will be holding a member Q&A ahead of finalizing the proposed bylaw
changes for the fall meeting. The purpose of this session is to answer
any question you have regarding the rationale behind the proposed
changes, and to suggest further refinements. The current proposal can be
found on the BYC website.
From Charlie Garrard, BYC Vice Commodore
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Race Committee Volunteerism
This has a been wonderful season in terms of returning volunteers
for the BYC Race Committee and new volunteers. Remember that you can
also come for a “ride along” to get your feet wet and experience
first hand what it takes behind the scenes to run races and the
camaraderie that goes along with volunteerism. August and September
are very busy months for the BYC Race Committee, with so many
enjoying the BYC cruise and taking well-deserved vacation time. If
you have time to join us for the
upcoming PHRF-New England’s and Labor Day weekend, let Don Miller
(our scheduler) know via email at
dbmiller50@aol.com .
From Anne L Coulombe, Race Committee Chair
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Fine attire and accessories at the NEW
Ship's Locker
Come in and check out the new flip flops for both men and women, as
well as the new inventory for belts and BYC polos, all of which are
in stock now at the NEW Ships Locker! For those waiting,
Tervis Tumbler insulated cups and glasses are now here!
From Chris Lufkin, BYC Treasurer
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Vessel Safety Checks (VSC) are available free,
courtesy of BYC members
BYC members Damien Benson of the Beverly Coast Guard Auxiliary and
Skip Whittaker of the Marblehead Sail and Power Squadron, both
certified vessel safety examiners, are pleased to offer
complimentary VSCs to BYC members and their friends by appointment.
The Vessel Safety Check Program is sponsored by the Coast Guard and
was established to provide an independent check of a boat's
compliance with Coast Guard and State safety requirements. Compliant
boats will be issued a sticker indicating they received a 2010 VSC.
Noncompliant boats will receive a list of the discrepancies that
will make the boat safe. No other action is taken for noncompliant
boats. Please contact Damien at 781-639-4589 (damien.benson@thehartford.com)
or Skip at 781-639-1935 (whittakerc@comcast.net)
to schedule your VSC today!
From Skip Whittaker and Damien Benson
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BYC Membership
applications are on-line
Easy on-line applications for BYC membership are available.
To obtain an application on line, click
here or
follow these instructions. Or, if you are at the
Club, stop by
the BYC Front Desk for a hardcopy. Contact Karen
Tennenbaum, BYC Membership Chair at
membership@bostonyachtclub.net with any questions.
From Karen Tennenbaum, BYC Membership Chair
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Electronic Communication
Form
Over the coming year we will be making an effort to
reduce the amount of paperwork that we generate from the
club. This will help us not only save money by reducing
the amount of work in the back office, but will also
start the process of making the BYC a more
environmentally friendly club.
Please visit the
online electronic communications form to make your
choices known and check what you have submitted!
From Charlie Garrard, BYC Vice Commodore
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