MIYC May 2018

MIYC May 2018

Marco Island Yacht Club

May 2018 Volume 18:5

M I Y C A l l M e m b e r M e e t i n g T h e s p r i n g A l l - Member Meeting was a trifecta of "Facts, Food and Fun!” The three-in-one event f e a t u r e d a n

informative business session, a delicious dinner and hilarious entertainment. (See our Chairman’s Report later in Anchor Lines for a review of the business topics.) More than 80 members attended the meeting, dined in the Burgee Bar and in the Courtyard, and laughed, clapped & danced to really fabulous entertainment by singer/comedian Billy Bridger, whose presence was generously provided by Pat and Nancy McNally.

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3 rd Annual MIYC Nautical Scavenger Hunt!

The 3 rd Annual MIYC Nautical Scavenger Hunt was another big success. Jeff & Carol Comeaux took over for Dick & Sharon Irwin, who did a wonderful job for the last two years. The 8 competing boats received their clues in Smokehouse Bay from the Committee Boat. Then, off they went trying to figure out the clues and taking digital photos as proof. Everyone met at the Burgee Bar on Friday evening for the Awards Ceremony. Goeff Walker’s boat Lily took 3 rd , Dave Everitt’s Sea Dancer took 2 nd and Dick

Pantano’s Lollygaggin’ took 1 st . Another fun event at the MIYC!

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MIYC Day Cruise to Hyatt House in Naples

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MIYC/Marco Chamber After Five MIYC hosted the Marco Island Chamber of Commerce “After 5” networking event on April 18th. More than 75 local business people attended and enjoyed the cash bar libations and Chef Bob’s delicious appetizers while also enjoying the music of Sonny Kenn. A summer Membership was raffled and the winner was Eric Condee, owner of Condee Electric. We had such a good turnout from the Chamber that we also raffled another summer membership! Anita Flores won!So, when you see Eric and his new wife around the Clubhouse this summer be sure to say hi! Several people filled out forms to receive information on Membership! We’re on a roll!! Sonny Kenn entertained from the Courtyard.

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MIYC on Facebook Do n ' t f o r g e t t o ' l i k e ' o u r p a g e o n F a c e b o o k a t www.facebook.com/yachtingmarco to see what's happening at MIYC. (You do not need to join Facebook to like our page.) If you are a member of Facebook, feel free to "Check-in" when you're attending events and to share our posts with your friends! You can also “tag” the Club when you post events you attend.

MIYC Golf After Golf fun at the Burgee Bar. Jeff Comeaux, Goeff Walker, Dick Irwin and Henry Stanley. Interested in joining the MIYC mid- week, 9-hole Twilight/morning Fun Scramble ? It’s as easy as contacting Henry Stanley. 817.692.6303 or email him at: [email protected]

Laura and Randy Harris christened their new land yacht in the MIMA parking lot today with almost 100, mostly Yacht Club Members, attending. It was complete with both a ministerial blessing and bottle of champagne broken over the right front wheel. Hooray! And jolly good! The fun event was catered by Chef Bob, with Nicolas attending.

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Don’t miss MIYC’s Hats and Horses On Kentucky Derby Saturday, May 5 th All MIYC Members and Guests are invited! The bar opens at 5 pm. Mint Juleps are available for $5.

Hat Contest Hat contestants must arrive by 5 pm. All Member contestants are asked to wear their member badges. Guests may complete a guest name tag upon arrival. Trophies will be awarded to winners in five categories: Most Creative Best Kentucky Derby Attire Most Creative Fascinator Best Kentucky Derby Attire - Couple Most Humorous Hat Winners will be announced at 6 pm. Race Competition Racing Sheet for the Derby are priced at $20 each, paid for by cash, check or Member charge - no credit cards. Member who purchase 5 sheets will receive a rose lapel pin in recognition of their contribution to the Club. Proceeds go to the Mariner’s Fund. Racing sheets must be turned in by the time horses are led to the track. Post-time is 6:34 pm EDT. The race may be viewed on televisions in the Burgee Bar and Dockside Lounge. Cash prizes will be awarded to the top 3 winners: $500 for the first prize, $300 for second prize, and $200 for third prize. Winners will be announced in the Burgee Bar following the race. Kentucky Derby Buffet Buffet service begins at 6:45 pm in the Harbour Room. This great party is only $45 pp. Make your reservation now by calling 239-394-0199. (See next page for Derby Day Menu)

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Derby Party Menu Mint Juleps

Passed Hors d’oeuvres Beef Tenderloin and Stella Cucumber Tea Sandwiches Derby Day Buffet Biscuits and Bread Honey Butter * “Bluegrass Salad” Bibb Lettuce, Baby Greens, Dried Cranberries, Poached Pears and Cucumber Mint Dressing * Garlic Shrimp Cocktail with Spicy Remoulade Roasted Asparagus with Lemon, Cracked Pepper and Olive Oil Roasted Maple Butternut Squash Broccolini and Silver Dollar Mushrooms * Bacon Cheddar Grits Fried Green Tomatoes with Ranch Drizzle Black Plum Beef Brisket Hot Brown Turkey Sliders w/ Bacon, Tomato and Cheese Sauce Honey Barbecued Shrimp Skewers

with Southern Fried Rice From the Carving Station Stuffed Loin of Pork with Port Wine and Fig Chutney Dessert Bourbon Pecan Pie with Vanilla-Bourbon Sauce $45.00 ++ Call 239-394-0199 to make your reservation for this fun event!

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Boatersù Night at MIYC Wednesday, May 2 nd Cocktails at 6 - Dinner at 7

Come Learn About the Freedom Boat Club! As we settle into the mid-season the Bridge is continuing to provide information on all of the many boating opportunities both inside the Club and out.With that in mind our Boater’s Night will be held this coming Wednesday, May 2 nd at 6 pm.

Jim McKeown Rear Commodore

Our guest speaker is Randall Underwood with the Freedom Boat Club . Randall will present yet another way to get out on the water and explore all the beauty that we are blessed to live in. Some of the benefits of the Freedom Boat Club include: History - Since 1989, Freedom Boat Club has been the boat club industry leader, making us the country’s oldest and largest members-only boat club. We invented the boat club concept! Locations - From sea shores to lake shores, members can access locations throughout the United States and Canada (annual memberships), and new locations opening internationally. Ask about our additional amenity location in the Florida Keys. Fleet - Our fleet is comprised of a wide variety of boats which include deck boats, pontoon boats, bow riders, inshore fishing boats, offshore fishing boats and a select sampling of sailboats. Some locations also offer skiffs and kayaks. Training - Unlimited hands-on training which includes 1:1 new member orientation, advanced offshore training and local area orientations. FREE unlimited training with U.S. Coast Guard licensed captains! Maintenance-Free Service - Our members enjoy a truly maintenance-free boating experience; no longer concern yourself with cleaning, maintenance, repairs or storage. Insurance - We offer the most comprehensive insurance coverage in the industry, including: liability, hull and machinery. Ask about our optional “FBC Plus” program. Hours of Operation - Monday–Friday, 8 am–sunset; Saturday–Sunday, sunrise–sunset; overnight use is available by request. Reservations - Unlimited boat usage available through our state-of-the-art online reservation system and last-minute boating. Come to Boater’s Night to learn more about another way to get out on the water. I hope you can join us for what should be an informative Boater’s Night and partake in all the delicious food and friendship that our Club has to offer. Menu Salad Chopped Greens with Apple, Poached Pear, Heirloom Cherry Tomato and Cucumber Lime Dressing Entrée Asian Shrimp & Beef Skewers with Yellow Basmati Rice and Snap Peas Dessert Pineapple Upside Down Cake with Whipped Cream and Caramel

Jim McKeown - Rear Commodore

Reservations - 239-394-0199

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Congratulations! The MIYC booth at The Taste of Marco was given the BEST OVERALL Award. Cioppino and a Lemoncello dessert were on the menu. There was a raffle for a Trial MIYC Membership. Chef Bob, his family, the Staff and Volunteers from the Club all worked hard and it paid off!

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Day Cruise to

Naples Yacht Club

Enjoy a beautiful trip over water, then lunch in style! No boat? No problem. Lots of our Members love to have guests on their boats! Or you can drive. May 8 th - 11:30 am JUNE 12 th -Beach party JULY 23 rd -1500 South restaurant Naples OR MIYC Lunch AUGUST 20 th -Pelican Isle YC OR The Esplanade 2018-19 Day Cruise OCTOBER 16 th Tues. – Naples Yacht Club (with extended cruise) NOVEMBER 13 th Tues.– Island Gypsy DECEMBER 10 th Mon.– Everglades (T.B.D.) JANUARY 8 Tues.– NS&YC FEBRUARY 12 th Tues.– Goodland (T.B.D.)

Chip Pittman Sail Fleet Captain

MARCH 18 th - Pelican Isle YC APRIL 8 th Mon.– MIYC Lunch

Another Christening! Ray Rosenberg and Linda Spell shown at the Marlow annual rendezvous at Faro Blanco. They missed this event last year due to boat maintenance, but were fortunate this year. Photo includes: Ray, Linda and Merlynn Bird and of course Irish Miss.

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MIYC Fishing Club

Feel free to contact us by email. We love to hear from you. Exec. Chef and Restaurant Manager - Bob Aylwin ext. 305 [email protected] Dining Manager - ext. 304 Pamela Dorr [email protected] Sales/Catering - ext. 304 Pamela Dorr [email protected] Membership - ext. 303 Cynthia Hultquist [email protected] Finance Manager - ext. 306 Carlota Sanchez [email protected] Contributions to AnchorLines - email [email protected] Reservations - 239-394-0199 ext. 301 [email protected] Dockmaster's Office - 642-2531 [email protected] Thursday, May 17 11:30am Fishermen and women, don't miss it! We’re looking forward to a great day of offshore fishing next week, with the specific date still to be determined, depending on wind. I’ll email Fishing Club Members with details later this week or early next week. Our next planning meeting at the Club will be Thursday, May 17th, at 11:30 am in the Burgee Bar. Please email me if you want to stay for lunch after the meeting, so Chef Bob can plan accordingly. Thanks, Jeff Comeaux - MIYC Vice Commodore [email protected]

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Motherùs Day Brunch on the Gulf 10am - 1pm Join us at the MIYC for Sunday Brunch each week ~ With the Grande Brunch on Sunday, May 13 th - Mother’s Day! Reservations - 239-394-0199 Club Dress

Mariner Society

MIYC Board of Directors announces the Mariner Society. The Mariner Society was established for the enhancement of our Club experience through refurbishment and development of our Club’s facilities. A Board Committee has been established called the Mariner Development Fund to identify the specific projects or areas needing contributions from members. These projects will be on display for your perusal. Donations should be directed to support capital projects, ongoing maintenance, and/or general sustainability of the Marco Island Yacht Club. Donations can be made by check, credit card, or billing on your Club account. Forms are available to fill out to identify where you wish your contribution to be used. A recognition plaque identifying the program, levels of recognition and individual members’ names reflecting their accumulation of contributions will be on display in a public area of the clubhouse. The Mariner Society recognizes five levels of contribution to the Club: Mariner Society Recognition Levels Platinum $20,000 Diamond $50,000 Sapphire $100,000 Contributions by an individual member will be accumulated, and as their contributions increase, they will move to higher levels of recognition. If you would like to make a contribution or have any questions, please contact Jim McKeown, Chairman, at [email protected] Bronze $500 Silver $2500 Gold $10,000

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2018 Summer Reciprocal Clubs Highlighted clubs indicate reciprocal agreements in place as of April 25, 2018

Cedar Hammock 8660 Cedar Hammock Road, Naples, FL 34112 Golf 239-393-1134, Dining 239-354-2100 Classic at Lely Resort 7989 Grand Lely Drive, Naples, FL 34113 Golf & Dining 239-732-1220 Copperleaf 23101 Copperleaf Blvd, Estero, FL 34135 Golf 239-390-2030, Dining 239-390-2027 The Dunes (at the Inns of Sanibel) 949 Sand Castle Road, Sanibel Island, FL 33957 Golf 239-472-2535, Dining 239-472-3355 Eagle Creek 11 Cypress View Drive, Naples, FL 34113 Dining 239-793-0500, Tennis 239-775-2642 Esplanade 8912 Torre Vista Drive, Naples, FL 34119 Golf 239-494-8020 Estero Country Club 19501 Vintage Trace Circle, Fort Myers, FL 33967 Golf 239-267-7003, Dining 239-267-7000 Tennis 239-267-7001 The Glades 210 Teryl Dr., Naples, FL 34112 Golf 239-774-1443, Dining 239-775-5501 Hamilton Harbor Yacht Club 7065 Hamilton Ave., Naples, FL 34112 Dining 239-417-6700 Hammock Bay Golf & Country Club 1370 Borghese Lane, Naples. FL 34114 Golf 239-389-6611 Heritage Bay Golf & Country Club 10154 Heritage Bay Blvd., Naples, FL 34120 Golf 239-353-2561, Dining 239-353-7056 Hideaway Beach Club 250 South Beach Dr., Marco Island, FL 34145 Dining Only 239-394-5555 Island Country Club 500 Nassau Ct, Marco Island, FL 34145 Dining Only 239-394-6661 Legends Golf & Country Club 8600 Legends Blvd, Fort Myers, FL 33912 Golf 239-561-7757, Dining 239-561-8740 Naples Heritage Golf & Country Club 8150 Heritage Club Way, Naples, FL 34112

Golf 239-417-9990, Dining 239-417-8545 Tennis and Fitness Center also available Club to Club Chargeback only Naples Lakes Golf & Country Club 4784 Naples Lake Blvd, Naples, FL 34112 Golf 239-732-1011, Dining 239-732-0178 Pelican Isle Yacht Club 410 Dockside, Naples, FL 34110 239-566-1606 Plantation Club at Dunes of Naples [ CLOSED for RENOVATIONS ] 310 Dunes Blvd, Naples, FL 34110 239-593-9680 The Quarry 8950 Weathered Stone Dr, Naples, FL 34120 Golf & Dining 239-304-0172 Rookery at Marco 3433 Club Center Blvd, Naples. FL 34114 Golf 239-642-2796, Dining 239-389-6600 Royal Palm Country Club 405 Forest Hills Blvd, Naples, FL 34113 Golf 239-775-1150, Dining 239-775-1315 Royal Wood Golf and Country Club 4300 Royal Wood Blvd., Naples, FL 34113 Golf 239-774-5585, Dining 239-774-2213 Stonebridge Country Club

2100 Winding Oaks Way, Naples, FL 34109 Golf 239-592-5252, Dining 239-594-5200 Tennis 239-592-6641 Treviso Bay [ closed on Tuesdays from June – Sept ] 9800 Treviso Bay Blvd, Naples, FL 34113 Golf 239-331-2052 Vanderbilt Country Club 8250 Danbury Blvd, Naples, FL 34120 Dining 239-348-2662 Windstar on Naples Bay 1700 Windstar Blvd, Naples, FL 34112 Golf 239-775-3500, Dining 239-775-3400 Worthington Country Club [ no reciprocal golf until further notice ] 13500 Worthington Way, Bonita Springs, FL 34135

Golf 239-495-1750, Dining 239-495-2635 Tennis, Pool and Fitness also available Wyndemere Country Club 700 Wyndemere Way, Naples, FL 34105 Golf 239-263-1661, Dining 239-263-0389

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International Wine & Dine wednesday - May 16 th 6 PM Get your passport and travel around the world sampling fine wine and cuisine. (Watch for eblast with a list of all wines to be included)

Australia – Rosemary Grilled Australian Lamb with Roasted Garlic and minty Sweet Potato France – Caille Farcie – (Stuffed Quail) Black Truffle Champagne sauce French Snails and Phyllo Italy – Firegrilled Gamberetti Cacciatore with Caesar Salad and Grilled Vegetables

South Africa – Blueberry Wild Boar Riblets and Spiny Lobster Curry Purses

California Coast / China Town – Big Eye Tuna Nachos with Chow Chow and Wasabe Portugal – (Dessert) Portugese Bolo De Bolacha 10 year Ottomo Port

$65 pp Reservations - 239-394-0199

Don’t forget to wear your name tag when you visit the Club. We have many new Members and new Staff Members, too.

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Attention! Our Beautiful Club is getting itùs New Roof! The Club will be closed from May 20 th thru 30 th for the installation.

Photo by Jason Dodson - Son-in-Law of the Editor

Marco Island Yacht Club Mission Statement Provide an extraordinary Member experience of boating, social events and dining in a warm and beautiful Club setting where fun and friendship flourish.

Bridge Lessons at MIYC Gary Thomas, a local bridge teacher certified by the American contract Bridge League gave a group Bridge lesson to the Marco Island Yacht Club players. Gary is a life master bridge player. He was open to any and all questions. MA Harlacker arranged for the speaker, and Diana Winterhalter organized the lunch attended by 20 members.

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Commodore

Wow, great attendance at all April events!! Boater’s night set a record attendance as Peggy Frazier, our Dolphin Whisperer, introduced speaker, Bob McConville, Master Naturalist. This month’s Wine and Dine was sensational, if you like French food and wine!!! In the 11 years Diana and I have been regularly attending these events, we voted this the best. The perfect combination of an excellent sommelier, delicious food, with nice wine pairings, and prompt service made this a memorable evening. While I know some members bristle at the event pricing; for most of us, the wine is sufficient alcohol, and included in the price. May offers another packed calendar, even as our “Snow Bird” members gradually migrant North and overseas. Please check MIYC Website Calendar as several activities have been rescheduled due to Club being closed May 20-30 for that phase of the Irma Roof replacement that requires HVAC removal and resetting. On May 2, Freedom Boat Club will explain their program, locally operated out of Goodland, at Boater’s night. It’s an interesting concept for some of our members, who are considering selling their boats.

Bob Winterhalter Commodore

Then on Tuesday May 8 we travel to Naples Yacht Club for our annual Day cruise there, which will include a short program by their senior management, describing their major restoration program. Colors has been rescheduled to the 18 th and Sunset Cruise to the 31 st . One year ago, I directed my 1 st Color’s Ceremony, with a very emotional Memorial Day program. I have a similar program planned this month. Then on Saturday the 19 th , The start of National Safe Boating Week kicks off, as MIYC hosts the Island’s Commanders Forum, always “Wear IT” Campaign. There will be police and fire boats, and a fly over by Civil Air Patrol. Bring yourself, spouse, children, grandchildren and pets --all wearing life preservers or PFD’s to the 10AM Photo shoot at the Fountain. Our Colors Ceremony got “smoked” out but will resume on April 20. Please visit the MIYC calendar for all of May’s Functions and save the dates for Boater’s night, Day and Sunset cruises, Scavenger hunt and extended cruise. Bob Winterhalter - Commodore [email protected]

(See the other Bridge Members’ columns later in this newsletter.)

Key Boating Activities at MIYC

Sunset /Moonlight Cruise Wednesday, May 31 Jeff Comeaux [email protected] Day Cruise Monday, May 8 Chip Pittman 239-302-8732 [email protected] Extended Cruises Pete Frazier 906-227-7625 [email protected]

Bridge Meeting - first Tuesday of each month Open for anyone to attend Future Bridge Social Events Boaters’ Night Wednesday, May 2 Jim McKeown [email protected] Sailing Events

Chip Pittman 239-302-8732 [email protected]

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Chairman’s Report

With the month of May comes the end of Season. Many of our Members are in the process of heading back North…while those of us who stay here year-round are enjoying a few less cars on the road! However, activities at the Club have continued unabated. And participation, new Member applications, and loads of fun have kept us all busy! One of my objectives as Chairman has been to increase the level of communication with our Membership. We now hold two Equity Member meetings and two All-Member meetings each year…one in November and the other in April. We recently held our April All-Members meeting for 2018 on the 17th, with approximately 75 individuals attending. Afterwards, we adjourned to the Burgee Bar for drinks, conversation, dinner, some really good entertainment -- and dancing in the courtyard! A number of the Committee Chairs presented updates on activities and various initiatives that their respective committees have been working on. The meeting concluded with the Chairman’s comments and a Q&A session. For those of you not able to attend, the following will give you some highlights from the meeting. The Membership Committee reported on the number of current members (now 215!), the 2019 dues and fees levels approved by the Board, and various activities and projects under consideration by the Committee. The Committee also reported that the dues levels are the same as 2018 with two exceptions. A slightly greater amount of the base dues levels is being allocated to our capital account. And a mortgage service fee of $40 per month is being added to cover our refinanced mortgage. In addition, the Committee reported on three new membership categories approved by the Board: Summer Membership; Non-Resident Membership; and Navigator Membership (replacing the Associate Membership category). If you have any questions, please contact Vicki Bretthauer or Kathy Caruso, Membership Committee Co- Chairs. The Member Events Committee provided a summary of the Member events held during the past season. Importantly, all events are now generating a positive contribution to our operating margin. The Committee also reported that there are a number of activities and events planned for the summer, ensuring we have an even more active summer season at the Club, which should help offset our usual summer deficits. Be sure to watch for emails and check out the events calendar on our website for our enhanced summer line up! The Communications and Marketing Committee reported that the response to the Member Survey has been exceptional. We received nearly a 50 percent response rate – a strong indication of our Club Member engagement level. Look for a Survey Results Report soon -- and thank you for taking the time to give us your feedback! The Operations and HR Committee reported on staffing levels and the planned transition as we move into the summer season. In addition, the Committee reported on a number of administrative activities they have been working

on, including an updated employee manual and an i m p r o v e d e m p l o y e e performance review process. The Building and Grounds Commi t t e e r e p o r t e d o n p r o g r e s s f o r t h e r o o f replacement. The Committee also reported that a number of improvements have been made around the Clubhouse this season. In many cases, our in- house Maintenance Tech has

Dave Everitt Chairman

been able to repair equipment without bringing in outside contractors or replacing the equipment. Also, the cooperation between Building and Grounds and the Operations and HR Committee functions have saved the Club several thousand dollars in repairs this season! The Finance Committee reported that we have completed five successive profitable months this budget year, and are on-pace to meet our overall budget projections for the year. This is a quite positive result for the Club and is a result of improved operations management, improved cost control, and increased Membership. The Committee also reported the successful completion of our mortgage refinance project. Twenty-nine Members have invested in the new mortgage, giving the Club a much-improved financial position. In my Chairman’s comments at the meeting , I reviewed the recently announced Hurricane Irma assessment being billed with the statements issued in April. I also discussed the Mortgage Finance Fee that will be implemented in 2019, including the reasoning and benefits of doing so. By the way, Ray Rosenberg commented that this fee is fairly standard among Florida yacht clubs. I also updated the Membership on upcoming activities associated with developing additional boat slips on the Marco River side of the Club. This project will be done in conjunction with MIMA. Finally, I want to thank all the Committee Chairs and Committee Members. Your engagement has been the major contributor to our success this year and over the past two years. Our Club prospers when our Membership is engaged and working toward common objectives. I also want to thank all the Members for your continued support for our activities and for your usage of the Club. As I have said to many people, our "brand" is that of a welcoming and Member-inclusive Club. Your actions and your continued support make that a reality! If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to contact me, any of the Board, Bridge, or Committee Members listed elsewhere in the Anchor Lines. Have a great summer wherever you may be! Dave Everitt - Chairman

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Bob Aylwin - Manager/Executive Chef

Ahoy members of MIYC! I picture the summer like a mad scientist rubbing his inventive hands together and pondering his next great discovery. After attending our latest Member Events Committee meeting I can honestly say “This will be a fun summer!” Keep a keen eye out for eblasts filled with information about our new “Wednesday Night Small Plates” menu, our Thursday Night “Two Dinners and a Complimentary Bottle of Wine” special, Friday Night Happy Hours and Saturday Night Events with Live Entertainment and different themes. The month of May kicks off with some robust banquet business and this is welcome news. My industry colleagues throughout Southwest Florida all agree that this summer is starting out very well. The MIYC marketing team along with the solid efforts of Pam Dorr, Mr. Defeo and myself have truly streamlined our outside banquet focus so that we now may take advantage of the possibilities which exist. Hats off to all who are working so hard to market our wonderful Club to the masses. Speaking of “Hats,” don’t miss our “Hats and Horses” Kentucky Derby Party on May 5 th . This is

always a special event filled with fun, food and drink. Thank you everyone who participated in the annual “Members Survey.” There was a lot of great information in there and the Food and Beverage team looks forward to deciphering it all and reacting to the areas where we can improve.

Bob Aylwin Manager/Executive Chef

As most of you are aware, the Clubhouse will close on May 20 for the final phases of our roof replacement. We will keep everyone updated as to the progress and reopening date. We are anticipating 10 days, but that could change depending on the weather. A wise man once said: “Tiny drops of experiences collated from the roof of our journeys in life, becomes the ocean upon which

we sail to greatness.” See you at the Club! Chef Bob

A-OK Transportation Complimentary Rides Program From your Marco Island home/resort to the following restaurants: CJ’s Marco Prime Snook Inn Speakeasy DaVinci’s Fin Bistro LaTavala Davide Dolphin Tiki Verdi’s Arturo’s Ohana American Grill The Oyster Society 239-394-1113 www.ridemarco.com Service to airports, cruise ports, local and long distance.

10% Discount to MIYC Members Please show Membership Card Dry Cleaning, Alterations, Shoe Repair

(239) 394-0099

666 BALD EAGLE DRIVE (ISLAND PLAZA) Bruce Neustadt MARCO ISLAND, FL 34145 (NEXT TO SUBWAY) Owner

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Looking for a delightful way to meet a great group of women? Thursday mornings at MIYC bring much laughter as we play Pony Canasta, starting at 9:30 & ending after a delicious Club lunch by 1:00. New players welcome! All you need is a willingness to laugh & learn. Don't know how to play, but want to learn? Know how to play and want to join the group? Everyone is welcome! Call Marsha Riss 389-7477 or email [email protected]

Marco Island Yacht Club Friday Golf Group Marco Island Yacht Club has a lot of members who enjoy getting out on the links. In recognition of this, we have a golf club within the yacht club! Every Friday morning a MIYC men’s golf group gets together at one of the local courses to enjoy the beautiful Florida weather and golf. This golfing opportunity has been going strong for many years, probably as long as MIYC has been a private, non-profit yacht club. In the winter and spring when we play at Hibiscus, the weekly participants swell to around 50 players on any given Friday. In the summer, when many in the group head north, some weeks we only have between 12 and 20 for play at The Glades. This weekly activity is open to all Members. For those of you who have no knowledge about our Friday golf, let me tell you that it is right for everyone of us who can still swing a golf club and bend down to pick up a golf ball! It is purely for the fun of being out

together and enjoying each other’s company on a beautiful 18 holes. Additionally, every 4 -6 weeks, we have a $5.00 tournament that usually has three flights. Everyone has a good chance to win. So, please, if you are looking for some friendly golf on a Friday morning, consider joining our group. Call me at 239-970-0273 or Bob Winterhalter at 239-389-0825, for more information and to get signed up. Dick Irwin, Past Commodore

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Enjoy a Beautiful Sunset Cruise Wednesday, May 31st! Equity, Full and Associate Members may participate, whether or not you have your own boat!

Jeff Comeaux Vice Commodore

We had a terrific Sunset Cruise April 25th—but with the sun setting later and later as Spring progresses, we’ve been missing the actual sunset in order to start dinner before 8pm! Well, we’re going to fix that little problem for the May 31st Sunset Cruise! Instead of boating first, we’ll have dinner first, and then go out on the water to watch the sun set! Problem solved! Watch for eblasts regarding starting times, but mark your calendar now for May 31st. This will be the first day back after the Club’s ten day closure to finish the roof, so I know we’ll all be eager to get back in action at the Club! Jeff Comeaux - MIYC Vice Commodore

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Extended Cruises

Pete Frazier Power Fleet Captain

Join Us For the Extended Cruises Being Planned for the 2018-2019 Season!

All full Members are invited to join the fun and put new life and laughter into your time on the water! If you have not cruised an area before you will be able to learn from experienced cruisers and have a relaxing trip plus it is just more fun! Trip Captains organize the dinners and events and you can participate in part or all of the itinerary. Land Cruisers are invited to join us by car or ride on a boat to the destination where we arrange for hotel accommodations either at the marina or nearby. Some boaters with smaller boats also prefer to stay on shore. Signing up with the Extended Cruise team costs nothing and assures that you will be kept advised of plans as they are finalized. Plans are currently underway for a cruise up the West coast in May, a trip to the St. Charles Yacht Club in June, and a July 4th Legacy Harbor trip Captained by Ray Rosenberg. Please sign up to keep informed and let us know if you are interested in being a Cruise Captain: Questions or to Sign up: Pete and Peggy Frazier [email protected] 906 227 7625 Trips like this one epitomize what the MIYC is all about...great camaraderie, new friends, fabulous food, and the opportunity to share our love of boating....join the adventures! As we are working to plan our cruising schedule for next season we hope you will give us a click or call if there is a destination that you want to set sail for! We had such fun on our Staycation that it is being formally scheduled for December next year to allow everyone to experience an Extended Cruise close to home. We hope that the 50% of the Members who responded to the survey reporting that they have never participated in an Extended Cruise will join us for the Staycation. Also planned are trips to new places like Useppa and old favorites as well as cruises that combine Day and Extended Cruises. One request was that we plan a trip across Okeechobee and either to circumnavigate Florida or travel up the East Coast- let us know what floats your boat!. Reservations and Questions Pete & Peggy Frazier:

[email protected] 906 227 7625 (See next page for tentative schedule)

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October - 2018 October 15,16 - Naples Yacht Club November—2018 November 1, 2, 3 - KEY WEST November 4, 5 - MARATHON / FARA BLANCO December -2018 December 8 Sat. - Christmas Boat Parade December 9 Sun. - Dock Party/Staycation December 10 Monday - Dancing, Dessert & Dreams JANUARY—2019 January 7, 8 - Naples Sailing & Yacht Club FEBRUARY—2019 February 20 - Useppa February 21,22 - Boca Grande/Isles Yacht Club February 23 - Pink Shell MARCH—2019 March 15,16 - Pelican Isle Yacht Club APRIL—2019 April 22 - Circumnavigation: Departure TBD MIYC EXTENDED CRUISE SCHEDULE

MIYC Theatre Group An informal group of MIYC Members enjoy an evening of theater at Artis-Naples several times a year. The broadway shows are held at Artis-Naples, 5833 Pelican Bay Boulevard in Naples. There are a number of us who have purchased season tickets for next year which will entitle us to purchase season tickets again next year guaranteeing us a ticket to Hamilton in 2020.

The season begins with The Sound of Music on December 26. The season ticket holders are going on Tuesday nights (Sound of Music is exception). The shows run for one week only. If you do not wish to purchase season tickets, you can always purchase individual shows depending on your schedule and availability of tickets. The shows for the 2019 season are: Les Miserables – Tuesday 1/29/2019 at 8:00 P.M. Waitress – Tuesday 2/19/2019 at 8:00 P.M.

Fiddler on the Roof – Tuesday 3/12/2019 at 8:00 P.M. School of Rock – Tuesday 4/02/2019 at 8:00 P.M. The group goes to dinner prior to the performances. Dinner is optional and is organized by Diana Winterhalter (H: 239-389-0825 or C: 614-284-3792). Please let her know if you decide to become part of the group. For more information or to order tickets, contact: Artis – Naples 239-597-1900 or [email protected]

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A Hunting Club at MIYC? Let us know if you are interested! Do you like to hunt? The success of the new Fishing Club has ignited some interest in starting a Hunting Club, too. Southwest Florida is teeming with waterfowl, upland birds, big game like wild boars and other potential game--not to mention, the possibility of organizing longer trips to more distant locations in the US and Canada. We could also organize Club skeet shoots at Gulf Coast Clays at Port of the Islands in Naples. If you are interested in joining with other Members to plan and go on hunts or go skeet shooting, please reply to this email to let us know. New Member Marshall Hughes has agreed to coordinate the Hunting Club. All those who reply will go on an email list, and Marshall will reach out to you to schedule a planning meeting and organize the group. The Hunting Club will become whatever you want to make it, bringing together Members who share this common interest. If you have questions, you can reach out to Marshall at [email protected]

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Safety & Training

FORMAL ROUNDTABLE PROGRAMS - COMPLETE I’m pleased to report that our series of four formal Roundtable Programs have been successfully completed. Participating members, numbering 8-10 per session, were enlightened by subject matter experts in the areas of VHF/DSC Radio, Captain’s Responsibilities, ATON’S, Rules of the Road, and Charts. These fun and informative mid-day programs were conducted in the pleasant air of the Burgee Bar, followed by continued discussion over lunch. A special thanks to our subject matter experts, Jim Olmes and Laurie Harris! If you weren’t able to attend one of these programs, we hope you will join us for a new series of programs next season. Details will follow. 2018 VESSEL SAFETY CHECKS

Geoff Walker Safety & Training

The Marco Island Sailing and Power Squadron, and the Coast Guard Auxiliary, offer certified vessel examiners to perform a free Vessel Safety Check at your boat (see insert below for contact information). There are no consequences if you don’t pass, and once any safety issues have been corrected, your examiner will schedule a return appointment to complete the check and issue your boat decal and certificate. Decals and certificates expire December 31 of each year, so repeat Safety Checks need to be performed annually. Once you have passed a safety inspection, or if you have previously passed a safety inspection, please contact me so I can count your vessel as completed. Geoff Walker (678) 296-5233, or at [email protected] .

Courtesy vessel inspections are provided by the Power Squadron and the Coast Guard Auxiliary Inspections cover US Coast Guard required safety equipment.

Decals awarded for successful inspections. SCHEDULE YOUR INSPECTION NOW Contact Rudy Landwaard of the Power Squadron (239) 389-4444

John Moyer of the Auxiliary (239) 248-7078 Al Rapp of the Auxiliary (239) 393-4949

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Marco Island Yacht Club 2018

• 3 rd Daytime Picnic • 11 th Boater’s Night • 21 st Lobsta-Fest! • Every Friday Happy Hour

• 2 nd Boater’s Night • 5 th Kentucky Derby Party • 8 th Day Cruise – Naples Yacht Club • 10 th Morning Golf • 13 th Mother’s Day Brunch Buffet • 16 th International Wine & Dine • 19 th Commanders’ Safety Day • 20-30 May Club Closed for Roof Replacement • 31 st Sunset Cruise

• 1 st Boater’s Night • 11 th Dance Night • 25 th Karaoke • Every Friday Happy Hour

• 6 th Boater’s Night • 14 th Morning Golf Scramble • 16 th Singing Bingo • 30 th Independence Day Party for Canada and the USA • Every Friday Happy Hour

• 1 st Sept Labor Day Weekend Luau • Club Closed for Summer Spruce Up September 3-19 • 21 st Club Re-Opens

SUMMER FUN AT THE MIYC May will be a jam- packed month for Members with the Hats and Horses Kentucky Derby Signature Event on May 5 th , followed closely by a Day Cruise to Naples Yacht Club on the 8th, a Mother’s Day Brunch on the 13 th and International Wine and Dine on the 17 th . Then the Club will close for roof renovation from May 20 to 30. Be ready for the re-opening since this summer will see a flurry of activity at the Club. Of course, every Friday night will be Happy Hour followed by dinner. There will be boating activities as well as Boater’s Night in June, July and August. We will honor Canada Day on June 30 th and follow up with a grand Independence Day picnic on the evening of July 3. This celebration will be complete with entertainment and dancing in the courtyard. New activities like ‘Singing Bingo’ , karaoke , lobsta’ fest, and luau are on the agenda. We will even do some more cooking with Chef Bob. So stay tuned ( read those EBlasts ) for the dates of special events all summer long. Calendars are also

available on the MIYC website, and in the lobby. Angela Holt - Chairman Member Events Committee

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• 2nd New Member Orientation • 3rd Cooking with Chef Bob • 7 th Boater’s Night • 9 th Evening Colors – Wear your patriotic clothing in honor of Veteran’s Day • 11 th Full Sunday Brunch • 13 th Annual Meeting – All Members ‘Dancing Under the Stars’ • 15 th Wine and Dine – Jackets Required • 17 th Aylwin Bros & Regional Southern Dinner • 22nd Thanksgiving Dinner

• 3rd Boater’s Night • 12 th Happy Hour - Oktoberfest • 17 th Wine and Dine • 19th Evening Colors - Wear your patriotic clothing • 24 th Sunset Cruise • 25 th Book Club • 27 th “Welcome Back” Party Moving Back to Marco! • 31 st -4 th Ft Lauderdale Boat Show

• 1st Members Holiday Party supporting Toys for Tots • 5 th Boater’s Night • 7 th Ugly Christmas Sweater Party with Prizes • 8 th Boat Parade • 14 th Evening Colors • 15 th Marco Island Street Parade • 16 th Full Sunday Brunch • 24 th Christmas Eve Dinner • 26 th Sunset Cruise • 31 st New Year’s Eve Party

• 23rd Beach Party • 24 th Italian Dining • 27 th Deck the Halls • 28 th Sunset Cruise • 29 th Book Club

• 5 th Mardi Gras Party • 6 th Boater’s Night • 13 th Wine & Dine – Jackets Required • 15 th Evening Colors • 17 th St. Patrick’s Day Full Sunday Brunch • 22 nd March Madness Happy Hour • 23 rd or 30 th Signature Event (Greg Miller Band) • 27 th Sunset Cruise • 28 th Book Club

• 4 th White Elephant • 5 th Wine and Dine -Jackets Required • 7 th De-decorating Party • 9 th Boater’s Night • 12 th Burgee Bar Opens Hours Begin - Noon-5 pm • 12 th Evening Karaoke at the Burgee Bar • 13 th Full Sunday Brunch • 19 th Commodore’s Ball with Evening Colors • 23rd Sunset Cruise • 24 th Book Club • 26 th Clambake! • 29 th Theatre Les Miserables • 30 th Trivia Night

• 3 rd Super Bowl Party • 6 th Boater’s Night

• 8 th New Member Orientation • 9 th Dancing Under the Stars • 10 th Full Sunday Brunch • 14 th Valentine Fine Dining Event – Jackets Required • 14 th – 18 th Miami Boat Show • 15 th Evening Colors • 16 th Blessing of the Fleet, Lunch • 19 th Theatre Waitress • 27 th Sunset Cruise • 28 th Book Club

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Weekly MIYC Events The previous page shows all the exciting events coming up at MIYC. Here is a list of events that happen each week!

Happy Hour each Friday Bridge each Wednesday Canasta each Thursday

Prime Rib Night each Thursday

Men’s Golf each Friday Surf’n Turf each Saturday

Burgee Bites Thursday - Saturday afternoons Music and Dining in the Burgee each Saturday afternoon MIYC Fishing Club third Thursday Aquafit at MIMA pool Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday - 10am Mark your calendars so you donùt miss out on the fun! Reservations - 239-394-0199

A q u a f i t a t M I Y C Aquafit classes will resume at the MIMA pool October 3 at 10am on Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday. Don't miss this opportunity to enjoy water aerobics - a low-impact activity that takes the pressure off your bones,

joints and muscles. Water also offers natural resistance, which can help strengthen your muscles and you can add resistance devices to burn more calories! Exercising in the pool provides the toning and cardiovascular benefits of exercise on dry land with less strain and stress plus it allows for a greater range of motion helping with flexibility and balance. And most importantly, it is enjoyable, fun! As with any other exercise routine, just be certain you get medical clearance from your health care provider before taking the plunge. Call coordinator Peggy Frazier with questions ♥ 906 227 7625

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A CALL FOR HELP FROM YOUR CLUB’S BUILDING AND GROUNDS COMMITTEE Chef / Manager Robert and your B & G Comm. could use some expert technical help in monitoring our building’s Fire Alarm, Emergency Lighting, Security, Ballroom Dimmer system or Elevator electronics. If you have a working knowledge of any of these systems, or know of someone who does, or have a keen interest in learning, please contact me. Additionally, if you are experienced in paints, wall coverings, wood repair or refinishing, or know of a Club Member who is, please contact me. Chip Pittman [email protected] 239-302-8732

MIYC May Birthdays!

Lots of May Birthdays! Wish them a Happy one!

May 1 Jim Olmes May 4 Parker von Gontard May 5 Frank Rinker, Grace Pantano May 6 Linda Spell May 7 Roy Hershberger May 8 Heyward Boyce May 9 Toni Schmid, Robert Wilson May 11 Bill Everett, Gordon Lee May 14 John Lavelle

May 16 John Steeves May 18 Percy Carter, Bill Wallen May 20 Deb deVries, David Hain May 25 Bob Ness May 26 Jeff Comeaux, Kevin Kennedy, Edward Meer May 28 Melissa Pittman May 29 Ted Forcht May 30 Michael Raisor

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2018 MIYC BRIDGE-BOARD

Bridge - 2018 Commodore - Bob Winterhalter [email protected] Vice Commodore - Jeff Comeaux [email protected] Rear Commodore - Jim McKeown [email protected] Power Fleet Captain - Pete Frazier [email protected] Sail Fleet Captain - Chip Pittman [email protected] Port Captain - Kathy Hershberger [email protected] Safety and Training Officer - Geoff Walker [email protected] Director FCYC - Ray Rosenberg [email protected] Chaplain - Alan Sandlin [email protected] Secretary - Chuck Downton [email protected]

Board - 2018 Chairman – Dave Everitt Vice Chairman – Bob Winterhalter Treasurer - Jim McKeown Secretary - Vicki Bretthauer Directors (term expires): Bob DeFeo (2018) Bill Wallen (2018) Bob Winterhalter (2018) John Bishop (2019) Jeff Comeaux (2019) Dave Everitt (2019) Angela Holt (2020) Tom Krepelka (2020) Jim McKeown (2020)

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Building and Grounds Chip Pittman, Chair Heyward Boyce Frank Conner Dale DeFeo Meredith Downton Jim McKeown John Steeves Bob Winterhalter Marketing/ Communications Carol Comeaux, Chair Vicki Bretthauer Angela Holt Jon Holt Jim Marr, Bridge eblasts Linda Marr, Anchor Lines Kevin O’Neill Henry Stanley Marine Facilities Jim Marr, Chair Boating Committee Chip Pittman, Co-Chair Pete Frazier, Co-Chair Peggy Frazier, Co-Chair Jeff Comeaux

Ship’s Store Sandy Wallen, Chair Ellie Everitt- Inventory Chair Mary McKeown & Peggy Sendak - Communications & Staffing Bill Wallen Store volunteers: Shirley Bishop Mimi Connor Kathleen Douglas Meredith Downton Mary Carleen Ferry Dahlia Krepelka Grace Pantano Kimberly Porter Jori Richardson Marsha Riss Marguerite Steeves Nancy Traiser Mary Varisco Cinda Walker Diana Winterhalter

Henry Stanley Jim Marr Laurie Harris Ray Rosenberg Geoff Walker Mariner Development Jim McKeown, Chair Jeff Comeaux Dale DeFeo Linda Marr Bill Wallen Diana Winterhalter Finance Jeff Comeaux, Chair Bob DeFeo Jim McKeown Tim Sendak Bill Wallen Diana Winterhalter Membership Vicki Bretthauer - Co-Chair Kathy Caruso - Co-Chair David Caruso Carol Comeaux

Bruce Harris Kathy Hershberger Cyndee Kennedy Linda Marr Operations & HR Robert DeFeo, Chair Bob Aber Don Deganutti M.A. Harlacker Erin Olmes Grace Pantano Diana Winterhalter Member Events Angela Holt, Chair Ellie Everitt M.A. Harlacker Laurie Harris Jon Holt Alice Jobe Mary McKeown Nancy Traiser Dwyn vonBereghy Advisory Vicki Bretthauer Carol Comeaux Linda Marr

Jeff Comeaux Marcia Conley

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MIYC Membership

Each month we say, well, things will slow down , but not at MIYC and not for the Membership Committee! Many of you entertained guests on Easter Sunday at the Club. Thank you as we received many leads of possible new members from many Members. We appreciate that you are proud of your Club and want to have your friends join you all here! Thanks to all of you who attended the All Member Meeting on April 17th. We appreciated your questions at the meeting and around 80 of you stayed for happy hour and dinner and the entertainment! Thanks again to the McNallys for sponsoring the entertainment. It was so much fun! We have already told Chef that he has to teach us how to serve pasta like a “bird’s nest.” It is always good to have ideas for Chef for his cooking classes! Our Committee then helped to host the Chamber of Commerce After Five Event on April 18 th . Around 75 Chamber of Commerce members attended the event. Pam and Chef pulled out all the stops on this one! Chef’s appetizers were extremely well received and Pam had the Burgee Bar and courtyard beautifully decorated. Sonny Kenn entertained. With hope, we will add some new members from this event! We’re already following up on leads.

The best part of our column is welcoming our new Members! Gary and Susan Hieftje brought in by the Bretthauers and Andy and Heidi Woell who won the raffle at the Taste of Marco! Also Eric Condee and Linda Flores won Summer Memberships at the Chamber After Five Event. We welcomed Bruce Batzer and Diane Pogatchnik to the Club as new boat owners from Walker Marine. They will begin their three month trial membership on October 1, 2018, but already dined with us and made lots of purchases from the Ship’s Store! Finally, we would like to welcome the following Members to the Equity level !

Congratulations to: Maribel and Bob Aber Patti and Harvey Cohen Cherie and James Gerry Rita and David Krett

Remember that the Member Recruiting Member program is alive and well so keep recommending our Club to your friends! Sincerely, Kathy Caruso and Vicki Bretthauer Membership Co-Chairs

Messmer Cup Regatta Winners! The Signature Sailing Event of the Naples Sailing and Yacht Club is the Messmer Cup Regatta, now in its 54 th consecutive year. The 2018 race was held on Saturday, April 28 th off Keewaydin Island with 23 sailboats entered in 4 classes. Two sailboats from the Marco Island Yacht Club won first place in their classes highlighting the strength of competitive sailing at MIYC. Lois and Ed Dixon , perennial favorites in the multihull class with “Tripower”, once again staved off the strong competition from two boats to secure first place. New to racing in southwest Florida is “Dalliance” skippered by MIYC Member Bruce Harris and a highly skilled crew from Naples and Annapolis. “Dalliance” was able to squeak by the favorite “Dragon Fly” to take first place in the cruising class of 7 boats. This year’s Regatta was sponsored by Budweiser, the Gulf Coast Sailing Club, and the Naples Sailing and Yacht Club. Congratulations to our MIYC winners!