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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

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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
 

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

 

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
 
"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

 
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
 
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
 
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
 
 
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
 
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
 
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

 
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
 
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
 
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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