MIYC November 2019

MIYC November 2019

Marco Island Yacht Club Anchor Lines

November 2019 Volume 19:11

Roarin’ Back to Marco!

By Angela Holt On October 26th, we had our Signature Welcome Back-Roarin' Back to Marco. The evening was a throwback to the decadent 1920s. With a 1920's Auburn parked by the front entrance to the Club and decorated with Flappers and gentlemen in Tuxedos, we were off to a rousing start. The Members were greeted and given a secret password to gain entrance to the Speakeasy. No one got passed the bouncers without the code. The Staff were dressed in formal uniforms and handed out champagne upon entrance to the Harbour Room. Flappers served as "Cigarette Girls"and mug shot photos were taken. The evening was filled with surprises like a choreographed ensemble dance to Puttin' On the Ritz and a Keystone Cops Raid to gather up those drinking 'hard liquor.' It was a fun night!

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MIYC Day Crui se Sign Up Now!

Dolphin Explorer Eco Tour Wednesday, November 13, 2019 Limited to 49 Full and Equity Members! Join your fellow members for a fun and informative Day Cruise aboard the Dolphin Explorer Guided by Bob McConville - Master Naturalist This MIYC Sponsored Eco/Day Cruise will leave the MIMA "A" Dock at 1:00 pm and will return at 4:00 pm Unlimited water will be provided by Dolphin Explorer! Members may bring any additional food and beverages as desired. Please - No glass bottles or containers.

Cruise Fee $ 45/Member Participants who wish to have lunch at the Burgee Bar prior to the Cruise, please make reservations to join our 11:30 am Group Cruise Luncheon at the time you make your cruise reservations.

Cruise fees and lunch will be billed to your Club account. Call the Club for Reservations 239-394-0199 Full and Equity Members are eligible for MIYCCruising Events Geoff Walker - Rear Commodore

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Thank you to all the wonderful Member s of MIYC who honored my Mother, Mary J e a n W h a m o n d , w i t h donations to the Mariner's Fund as well as MIHS and the Marco YMCA. I thank you all for your donations, cards and sentiments. My Mom loved the Club, dining along the water and visiting with all of you. Sincerely, Vicki Bretthauer

Compliment from Diana Dohm - Kiwanis Installation Dinner Held at MIYC Thank you so much! I have received so many wonderful comments from the group. Everyone had a great time. The food was excellent, the room was perfect, just as we discussed, and your staff could not have been more accommodating. I so enjoy working with you and will continue to check your schedule for future events. You are the upmost professional and the Yacht Club is a better place with you at the Helm. Little pun there. Have a great weekend and thank you again. You made me look good.

Mah Jongg anyone? Thursdays - 1PM

Whether you're a newbie or an experienced player, you are welcome to join our new Mah Jongg group! We're kicking off this Thursday, starting with lunch at the Club at noon, and playing right after. (You can come for both lunch and play, or just to play.) RSVP now , if you'd like to play Mah Jongg. Let Karena know if you're available to play this Thursday or if you'd just like to be put on the email list for future play. Contact Karena: Voice or text @ 239-771-0888 email [email protected]

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1Evening Of Peace & Music Woodstock

Marco Island Yacht Club celebrated the 50th Anniversary of Woodstock with dancing and dining to the tunes of Creedence

Clearwater, Grace Slick, Janis Joplin and more. Yacht Club Members dressed in the look of that day, August 15, 1969, with bell bottoms, tie dye, long hair and the 'girls' with flowers in their hair. Singer Nevada Smith dressed for the occasion and kept everyone on their feet reminiscing over the old tunes. The buffet was topped off with 'Alice B. Toklas' brownies, and funny cookies. One Member who had actually been at the original Woodstock shared memories of the 400,000 thousand attendees who gathered on the 600 acre Max Yasgur Farm in Upstate New York. Chef Robert Aylwin and Member Owen O'Shaughnessy sang Dylan and Crosby Stills & Nash tunes.

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Peace , Love & Happiness

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M A R I N E / 1 9 4 5

Happy Birthday, JoAnn! Club Members helped JoAnn Leach celebrate her Birthday. The festivities took place during Oktoberfest. Happy Birthday!

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Couples Bridge Wednesday, November 13 th - 4:30 All are welcome to play Couples Bridge at the Club. We have a fun group that plays on either the second or third Wednesday of the month starting at 4:00 P.M. Card playing goes on for a couple of

hours, then cocktails, and dinner at 7:00 P.M. A “couple” can be a man and woman, 2 women, or two men. We only play as “couples” for the first round and then we mix it up a bit. No pressure, just a fun evening for all. Contact Diana Winterhalter at [email protected] or by phone 614-284-3792 to get on the list.

Let’s Eliminate the Cost of Paper Statements in the Mail! Postage, paper, envelopes, administrative time—it all adds up! Many MIYC Members receive their MIYC monthly statement both by email and through the mail. We ask that all Members who have email accounts consider dropping the paper mailing to help the Club save time and money! If you still receive a paper statement, please contact Carlota Sanchez, MIYC Accounting, at 239-394-0199 Ext. 306 or [email protected] and tell her you no longer need your statement in the mail. Then when you receive your next email statement, you can either print your statement for your file and

pay by check in the mail (preferred) or go online and pay by credit card. Thank you for playing a part in reducing the overhead of running our Club.

Attention Book Club Members! Our MIYC Book Club and Luncheon series will begin this January 2020, and continue through May. Book Club dates are the last Thursday of each month, 12:00 noon - 1:30 PM. Our reading list has not yet been finalized, so please send your book suggestions to MA Harlacker at [email protected] at your earliest convenience. The selections for our Book Club reading list will be published in next month's Anchorlines.

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Bob Aylwin - Manager/Executive Chef

Greetings Members of MIYC! Welcome to November and all the exciting events to follow. October, our first month of our fiscal year was action packed and our F&B numbers certainly attest to this with overall revenue exceeding last year by over 45%! As my Nana Nora used to say, “That is nothing to sneeze at.” These excellent financial indicators show that we certainly are on the right path to obtaining the goals we have set for our wonderful Club. It is exciting for sure! Our upgrades in our air conditioning throughout the building continues with our Dockside Unit scheduled for replacement on November 4 th . Thank you, Mr. Boyce, for your unwavering dedication to bringing our Club up to speed in this area. The difference will be felt throughout the Club with cooler air blowing and our overall electric bill declining with the increase in efficiency. November is full of events and 5-star dining. Please make your reservations early and often. Pam and I run a very tight ship, so the early reservations and special requests really help us

manage our departments with the efficiency of a new air conditioning unit. Thank you for your assistance with this very important subject matter. Remember, your use of the monthly surveys also helps us immensely. I’m sure we would all agree, the Club is brewing with fun and expectation. From Boaters’ Night to Twilight Golf,

Bob Aylwin Manager/Executive Chef

to Book Clubs and Cooking Lessons with me, to Sunset Cruises, Wine Dinners, Fishing Clubs and Sunday Brunches, to Special Events and Fashion Show Luncheons we have collectively built a brand that I believe will stand the test of time. A great thanks to all who make the Club tick. You are all awesome and deserve praise. See you at the Club! Chef Bob

Evening Colors Friday, November 8 th 5:30pm Our Next Evening Colors Ceremony will be a special Veteranùs Day This is also the perfect evening to bring guests to the Club, so they can see what a special place MIYC is and also meet some of our Members. Please plan to arrive at the Burgee Bar by 5:15PM so you can get a drink and a great place to observe this very special Veteran’s Day Evening Colors Ceremony. Plan on staying for dinner! Reservations - 239-394-0199

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Italian Dinner & Dancing Northeast Regional Dinner

Wine & Dine Saturday, November 16 th Cocktails 5:30pm Dinner 6:30pm Jackets Required Taste of Spain Wine and Dine 1 st Course – Pica Pica Tapas Pulpo ala Gallega (Octopus) with Phyllo * Caracole Skewer, Olive Oil and Roasted Garlic * Pequena Costilla Flatbread with Basil Feta Coulis 2 nd Course – La Fogonadura Jumbo Shrimp and Serrano Ham teamed with a Baked Saffron Spinach Oyster. Served with Minty Tarragon Polenta, Spanish Olive Tapenade and Salsa Verde 3 rd Course - Ensalata Pipirrana Bibb Lettuce, Manchego Cheese, Grilled Fennel, Marinated Bell Peppers and Smoked Paprika Vinaigrette 4th Course (Entrée) Fire-Grilled Loin of Lamb – Roasted Carrots, Purple Chorizo Patatas Bravos, Spinach and Peppered Chick Peas Dessert Spanish Custard & Berries $89++ Reservations - 239-394-0199

Thursday, November 7 th 5:30pm Cocktails 6:30pm Dinner Enjoy the sumptuous foods of Italy at our special buffet--and enjoy music and entertainment by Joey Fiato! Antipasti Traditional Caesar Salad, grilled vegetables, assorted cheeses, olives & bruschetta Cena Three Cheese Lasagna Braised Veal Ossobuco Portabella Alfredo with mushroom ravioli Gulf Shrimp crostini with basil crusted grouper, lemon roasted garlic, and spinach Scallopini of Chicken with Chardonnay caper sauce Italian Vegetable Medley Dolce Chef Bob’s Classical Tiramisu Extra Fun! Cocktails 5:30pm - 6:30pm (We're passing the "Boot" for Toys for Tots!) Buffet opens at 6:30pm Dine the night away listening to Joey Fiato! $49++ Quick, call 239-394-0911 x301 to make your reservation!

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The MIYC Annual Meeting Tuesday, November 12 th 3:30pm Checkin Starts at 3pm Join us as the Board Members give us all the facts and figures pertaining to our Club Cocktails and Dinner to follow. Reservations - 239-394-0199 Dinner will feature a petite Filet Mignon with a Jumbo Shrimp Scampi. A three course meal $35++

Lunch & Learn Cooking with Chef Bob Friday, November 15 th 11:30am Healthy Cooking Lava Salted Salmon With Hollandaise We will learn to make Hollandaise, Béarnaise and Maltaise sauces. $32++ 239-394-0199

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Thanksgiving at MIYC Thursday, November 28 th Noon - 2pm - 4pm

Whether you have family in from out-of-town this Thursday or you're on your own, join your MIYC family for a scrumptious Thanksgiving feast. Chef Bob has a wonderful meal planned. Savor the food, the beauty, and the warm, friendly atmosphere of Thanksgiving dinner at MIYC! Cold Chilled Shrimp & Oysters on the Half Shell with Spicy Cocktail Sauce & Sauce Mignonette Arugula with Burgundy Poached Pear Cranberry and Blood Orange Relish Hot Grilled Radicchio & Artichoke tossed with a Garlic & Lemon Oil Rutabaga Puree with Thyme and Butter Grand Marnier Glazed Carrots with Yellow Raisins Grilled Medley of Mediterranean Vegetables drizzled with Balsamic Apple Glaze Sausage, Sage, and Wild Mushroom Stuffing Idaho Mashed Potatoes simply with Cream and Butter Sweet Potato Casserole with Marshmallows and Raisins A Duo of Grilled Salmon and Mahi-Mahi with Shrimp Butter Carving Stations Free Range North Carolina Herb Roasted Turkey with Rosemary Scented Natural Gravy Roasted New York Sirloin with Horseradish or Cabernet Sauce Maple Glazed Slow Roasted Ham Studded with Clove and Dijon Mustard Sauce Grand Dessert Table Ice Cream Bar Pumpkin Pie Apple Tart $45++ Reservations - 239-394-0199

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Once again, MIYC will be participating in the Toys For Tots Program. Starting on November 7 th , please bring unwrapped gifts to the Club. We will be collecting toys for local children in need until December 12 th .

MIYC is having a Movie MatinÀe! Watch and discuss The Talented Mr. Ripley By popular request, MIYC will be hosting our first Movie Matinée. The date is Thursday, November 21 st and the time is 3:30 PM. Snacks will be provided, and you can order your libation of choice from the bar. Our November movie selection is The Talented Mr. Ripley, a 1999 American psychological thriller written and

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. directed by Anthony Minghella. Adapted from a 1955 Patricia Highsmith novel, the movie focuses on iconic anti-hero Tom Ripley, a small-time con man and master manipulator who uses his skill to access power and influence. The Talented Mr. Ripley explores themes of identity, obsession, and the psychological impact of attempting to become someone else. The film stars Matt Damon as Tom Ripley, Jude Law as Dickie Greenleaf, Gwyneth Paltrow as Marge Sherwood, Cate Blanchett as Meredith Logue, and Philip Seymour Hoffman as Freddie Miles.

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Commodore

The Season is officially here and it’s great to see so many of our Snowbird friends back in Marco Island. The Boating Committee has planned many great events so that there’s something to appeal to everyone. On November 1-6, we have an incredible Extended Cruise to Key West and Marathon. On November 13, we will get a spectacular “up close and personal” experience with area dolphins onboard Bob McConville’s Dolphin Explorer. Also mark your calendars for the December 8 “Staycation” where you can “boat hop” and enjoy refreshments and good company on a number of yachts in the MIMA Harbor; on December 14

we will participate in the Christmas Street Parade and on December 21, enjoy the lights and beauty of Annual Boat Parade whether you’re in the parade on your boat or watching from the clubhouse, then enjoy a delicious meal from Chef Bob. I recommend you mark your calendars now, then watch for email blasts to keep onboard with all the details. Jeff Comeaux Commodore Jeff Comeaux Commodore

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MIYC Member Events By Angela Holt

We opened the 2019-2020 season with a tribute to Woodstock celebrating its 50th anniversary. Nevada Smith, dressed in tie-dye, was a perfect compliment to the evening. Jim McKeown, who had actually been at Woodstock, gave a little insight to the 'real' happenings. A video of the occasion played while members got their groove on. All in all, great fun was had by all. On October 26th, we had our Signature Welcome Back-Roarin' Back to Marco. The evening was a throwback to the decadent 1920s. With a 1920's Auburn parked by the front entrance to the Club and decorated with Flappers and gentlemen in Tuxedos, we were off to a rousing start. The Members were greeted and given a secret password to gain entrance to the Speakeasy. No one got passed the bouncers without the code. The Staff were dressed in formal uniforms and handed out champagne upon entrance to the Harbour Room. Flappers served as "Cigarette Girls"and mug shot photos were taken. The evening was filled with surprises like a choreographed ensemble dance to Puttin' On the Ritz and a Keystone Cops Raid to gather up those drinking 'hard liquor.. It was a fun night!

Now the action is just getting started. On Nov. 7th, we have Italian Night, a fabulous buffet including all Chef's finest dishes as well as Tiramisu. Joey Fiato, a fan favorite, will entertain. Practice your tarantella and join us for a special night. Be sure to attend t he Member s ' Annua l Meeting on November 12th when we hold elections for the Board of Directors.

Angela Holt Member Events

Chef Bob will host a Lunch and Learn on November 15. Keep your eye out for the eblasts. And to round out the month of November, the Thanksgiving Dinner which will be held with seatings at Noon, 2:00 PM and 4:00 PM. It's the start of the season, and it promises to be a special year of events. Angela Holt Chair - Member Events

MIYC Brunch on the Gulf 10am - 1pm Join us at the MIYC for Sunday Brunch each week ~ Grande Brunch on Sunday, November 17 th $34++ 10am - 1pm Reservations - 239-394-0199 Club Dress

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Yoga at MIYC

Yoga may look like it is just a practice for your body, but many people attribute lower stress levels, less anxiety, and better sleep thanks to Yoga. It is a practice connecting the body, the mind, and the breath, and it is available to all. The best thing about Yoga is that it can be modified for any level, any body, and any age. Even if you have past injury or history of illness, there is a yoga practice available to you. More information to come…. Contact Jill Kiley for more information [email protected]

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Chairman’s Report

I have enjoyed seeing all the members visiting the Club as they return from time up North. It’s always fun to see the smiles, the hugs and the handshakes as members renew friendships for the beginning of the fall season! November is an important month for our Club. We are holding the annual membership meeting on the 12 November. We will be sharing information from a number of the Committee Chairs on what was accomplished during the last year as well as plans for the coming year. We have some mi nor by l aws changes for consideration by the voting membership. We have three members standing for the election for two open Board seats. In addition, we have an informational presentation and advisory vote scheduled about the proposed Riverside Marina. If you are a ‘voting member’, you will have received a proxy form for the bylaws, board election and the marina advisory vote. If you are unable to attend the membership meeting in person, please be sure to send in the proxy and ballot forms. As always, do not hesitate to reach out to me or other Board members if you have questions. Also, Non-Voting members, you are more than welcome at this meeting! Everyone please remember to make your reservations for happy hour and dinner after the meeting! (Yes, we will be open for dinner on a Tuesday following the meeting!) We ended fiscal 2019 in very good shape financially. As you know, our fiscal year ends 30 September. We completed the year with strong operating profits for the second year in a row. We paid the interest and principal payments to those members holding the mortgage. And we were to apply our operating income to capital and other reserve accounts, thereby improving our overall financial health. The Board adopted the 2020 Budget in October. We are again projecting an operating profit, which will make it three years in a row of positive operating profits. Our operating results for October and early indications for November appear to indicate we are off to a good start for 2020. I am very proud of the Club Staff and the Operations and HR Committee for the development of the budget and the day to day management of the operations against that budget. The Club Committees are also demonstrating very good budget planning and

operating against that budget, as well. One significant development has been the willingness of our bank to refinance our m e m b e r f i n a n c e d mortgage. The improved financial performance has convinced the bank that we are a good credit risk. We have negotiated a commercial mo r t g a g e , w i t h v e r y favorable terms, that will enable us to pay back the members that stepped up when we needed help. The new mortgage should be in

Dave Everitt Chairman

place by the end of the calendar year. Those members who funded the member financed mortgage were instrumental in helping us move forward in our journey at a very critical time. On behalf of the Board and all members, I want to say, ‘Thank you!’ The improved financial situation at the Club, along with the planned marina addition, will truly set us up for a longer-term sustainable operation. I have spent a considerable amount of time researching how private clubs are changing the way they operate to remain viable in a changing marketplace. Many of the changes we have made are similar to other clubs. Other changes we have made are more unique, but appropriate for our local market and potential member profile. Our ability to continue to improve and adapt to changing market demands will assure our long- term health and viability. I am looking forward to this coming year! We have lots of great activities scheduled, and a number of new members looking forward to participating in Club activities! If you have not already done so, I encourage you to find a way to get more engaged in the Club. It will make your membership more valuable and personally rewarding! See you at the Club! Dave Everitt

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Announcing a Whole New Way to Dine at MIYC

Let’s Fla-Mingle!

…and It Makes Your Club even More Social! We invite you to come to your Club often to sit at the "Open Table.” It will be easy to recognize as it will have a Pink Flamingo as a centerpiece! In fact, the “ Open Table” has already been named the "Fla-Mingles Table!" Now, any and all Members can dine together and have a good time without any previous arrangements or group invitation, except for a reservation of course! And for singles and new Members, it is even better news! So, are you thinking of coming to dinner, but don't have previous plans? Just make a reservation and ask to be seated at the “ Open Table!” We look forward to seeing you soon! As always, call 239-394-0199 for your reservation at the Open Table !

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Enhancements to your Equity Membership

We have some really exciting news for Equity members. First, many of you have asked to have some form of recognition for being an Equity member. Your Membership Committee working with the Board of Directors has subtly redesigned the Equity name badge adding a line showing that you are an Equity Member. If you would like to have your name badge replaced, please send an email to Cynthia Hultquist at [email protected] showing how you would like your name to read on the new badge. You will then exchange your former badge for the new badge. Also, you may remember that the wine bin program was modified so that only Equity members are allowed to have bins on the property. Below are the instructions for the new program. Wine Bin Program The Wine Bin Program is for Equity Members only. The wine is stored in our temperature-controlled cabinets. Red wines are stored at a temperature between 58-62 degrees and white wines are stored at a temperature between 48-52 degrees. An Equity Member can have one free wine bin either red or white that holds two standard 750ml bottles of wine. • Additional wine bins may be rented for one year at $50 per bin. Full year October 1, 2019 to September 30, 2020 total fee $50. • The corkage fee is $10 per bottle. • You may restock your bin as many times as you want. • Your name will be placed on the bin. • Only authorized staff will be allowed to stock the bins or withdraw the wine when requested. • Members are not allowed to access the wine cabinets. • If you want to use a bottle of wine on a Friday Evening, please order it in advance when you make your reservation so that your server can have it available for you. • Wine Bin Procedures An Equity Member who would like to participate in the wine bin program should e-mail the Front of House Manager at [email protected] with the following information. • Requesting use of your free wine bin please provide your name, member number and whether you would like a red or white wine bin. • If you are renting an additional wine bin, please provide the same information as above. Your account will be charged the appropriate amount. • Your wine bottles must have your name attached. Bring them in only to Pam Dorr, Tina Carano, Nicolas Fournier or Cynthia Hultquist. • A log will be kept on all wine bins.

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Link to email for Alice Jobe: [email protected]

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Yoga at MIYC

Join us for Yoga in the Courtyard! We are very excited to welcome the wonderful teachers from Revival Yoga.

Join Us For Yoga In the Courtyard Each Wednesday 9AM

Bring your Yoga Mat!

If you can breathe, you can benefit from Yoga . . . Contact Jill Kiley for more information: [email protected]

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MIYC Membership

Fla-mingling is in full swing at our Club! You all are telling us how m u c h y o u e n j o y reserving a seat at the open table. Who would have thought there were so many items for Fla- mingling? If you need your own flamingo items, the Ship’s Store is a great place to buy them! Remember FLA-Mingle is a revised Open Table Concep t whe r e you make a reservation to sit at the FLA-Mingle Table

reservations for all events and dining. It so helps the Staff to be able to have the appropriate number of servers available. The Membership Committee sponsored the monthly meet and greet for the Marco Island Chamber of Commerce on October 16 th . Thanks to Cynthia, Pam and David Caruso for showing the chamber members our great Club! Have you updated your bio yet on the website? Bios are in the roster section of the website. We really would like to have as many bios as possible on the website! Just click on the pencil in the upper corner to update any and all of your information! We do like you to keep your preferred address as your primary address on the roster just in case we need to send you information. Remember, our Annual Meeting is Tuesday, November 12 th at 3:30pm. Check-in begins at 3:00 pm. We hope to see you there! Vicki Bretthauer (for Co-Chair Kathy Caruso, too)

so you can meet other members. Yes, you do still need a reservation, and we will operate it at Dinner, Lunch and Sunday Brunch. Again, you do need a reservation especially on a Friday Night. On Fridays we may even have two seatings for the table depending upon demand - 6:45 pm and 7:30 pm. Also, remember, the Member Recruiting Member Program is still in effect and this is the best way for us to get new Members! Make sure that prospective members put your name in the REFERRED BY section of the application. Please remember to wear your nametags AND remember to make

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Shooting Sports Participation / Training Opportunities for MIYC Members Interested ? Contact: Past Commodore- Jim Marr - [email protected] Cell 314-409-8698

Many opportunities over our season. Trap - Skeet - Sporting Clays Target Shooting / Self Protection

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Marco Island Yacht Club 2019 Season

• 1 st - 6 th Extended Cruise Key West - Marathon • 7 th Italian Dinner & Dancing featuring Joey Fiato & “Pass the Boot” for Toys for Tots • 8 th Evening Colors – Wear your patriotic clothing in honor of Veteran’s Day • 8 th – 10 th FCYC Florida Yacht Club • 12 th Annual Meeting • 13 th Day Cruise Dolphin Explorer • 13 th Couple’s Bridge • 14 th Twilight Golf • 15 th Lunch & Learn - Cooking with Chef Bob • 16 th Wine and Dine – Jackets Required

• 3 rd Deck the Halls • 5 th Boater’s Night • 6 th Ugly Holiday Sweater Fashion Show • 7 th Members Holiday Party Supporting Toys for Tots • 8 th Dock Party Stay-cation w/ MIMA • 11 th Couple’s Bridge • 12 th Fishing Club • 12 th Twilight Golf • 13 th Evening Colors • 14 th Marco Island Street Parade

• 15 th Grande Brunch • 18 th Sunset Cruise • 21 st Boat Parade

• 17 th Grande Brunch • 20 th Sunset Cruise • 21 st Fishing Club • 21 st Movie Matinee • 22 nd Ship’s Store

• 24 th Christmas Eve Dinner • 31 st New Year’s Eve Dinner • 31 st New Year’s Eve Party

Fashion Show at Happy Hour

• 28 th Thanksgiving Dinner

Weekly Activities Some dates and activities may change as planning continues .

• Burgee Bar Opens Wed-Sat Noon -8:00 pm Jan 11 – Apr 25; Saturdays through May • Yoga - Wednesdays: 9:00am • Ladies’ Bridge – Wednesdays: 12:00 noon • Ladies’ Canasta – Thursdays: 9:30 am

• Mah Jong – Thursdays: Noon • Men’s Golf – Fridays: 9:00 am • Water Aerobics – Tuesdays and Saturdays: 10 am; Thursdays 1 pm • Happy Hour Fridays: 5:30 pm – 7:00 pm

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• 4 th Boater’s Night • 5 th Twilight Golf • 8 th Grande Brunch • 9 th Day Cruise – Paradise Found • 11 th Wine & Dine – Jackets Required • 13 th – 15 th FCYC Isles Yacht Club • 13 th St. Patrick’s Day Happy Hour • 12 th -19 th Extended Cruise Bahamas Exumas • 14 th Concert Under the Stars

• 2 nd White Elephant • 4 th Wine & Dine Jackets Required • 6 th De-decorating • 7 th Theater Group Hamilton • 7 th -9 th Extended Cruise Naples SY&C • 9 th Day Cruise Naples Sailing & Yacht Club • 10 th -12 th FCYC Tampa Yacht & CC • 11 h Burgee Bar Opens Happy Hour & Buffet 5p Evening Karaoke at the Burgee Bar 6:30p-9:30p • 15 th Boater’s Night • 16 th Fishing Club • 16 th Twilight Golf • 18 th Commodore’s Ball with Colors • 22 nd Sunset Cruise • 25 th – 26 th Member Art Show • 26 th Grande Brunch

• 2 nd Super Bowl Party • 4 th Theater Group Hello Dolly • 5 th Boater’s Night • 6 th MRM – MIMA Happy Hour – Bring a potential member • 7 th Evening Colors • 9 th Grande Brunch • 10 th Day Cruise to Naples Hyatt (Social Members Welcome!) • 13 th Twilight Golf • 13 th -17 th Miami Boat Show • 14 th Valentine’s Dinner Dance – Jackets Required (Cocktail Hour-No Happy Hour) • 15 th Blessing of the Fleet, Lunch • 18 th -21 st Extended Cruise South Seas • 19 th Couple’s Bridge • 20 th Lunch and Learn • 21 st Mardi Gras Happy Hour

• 18 th Couple’s Bridge • 19 th Lunch and Learn • 20 th March Madness Happy Hour • 21 st Clambake • 24 th Theater Group • 25 th Sunset Cruise • 26 th Fishing Club • 26 th Book Club • 27 th Evening Colors

Come from Away

• 26 th Sunset Cruise • 27 th Fishing Club

• 29 th Trivia Night • 30 th Book Club

Canasta! Join Us for Canasta every Thursday 9:30am All levels of experience welcome. Want to learn? Join us! Beginners welcome Contact Kimberly Porter - [email protected] for additional information about joining this fun loving group.

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• 1 st Boater’s Night • 2 nd Scavenger Hunt

• 1 st May Day Happy Hour • 2 nd Kentucky Derby Party • 4 th Day Cruise Everglades City • 6 th Boater’s Night • 10 th Mother’s Day Brunch • 13 th Couple’s Bridge • 14 th Twilight Golf • 15 th – 17 th FCYC Davis Island Yacht Club • 20 th International Wine & Dine (Club Casual) • 21 st Fishing Club • 22 nd Evening Colors honoring Memorial Day • 27 th Sunset Cruise • 28 th Book Club • 29 th Bye, Bye to the Burgee Menu

And Beyond! Hello Summer! • Boater’s Night - first Wednesday or Thursday each month • Fishing Club – third Thursday each month • Sunset Cruise – fourth Thursday each month • Every Friday Happy Hour • 10 th July FCYC Vero Beach YC • 11 th Sep FCYC Coral Ridge YC Other events to include: Margaritaville, Independence Day Eve Picnic, Lobsta-fest, Cooking with Chef Bob, Labor Day Luau,

• 4 th Hollywood Signature Event • 4 th -5 th SAMI Bud Light Regatta • 6 th Day Cruise Pelican Isle YC

• 9 th Singing Bingo • 12 th Easter Brunch • 14 th Theater Group A Bronx Tale

• 15 th -19 th Extended Cruise Boca Grande, Punta Gorda (Isles YC), Pine Island • 15 th Couple’s Bridge • 21 st Member Semi-Annual Meeting followed by ‘Dancing in the Courtyard’ w/Joey Fiato • 22 nd Sunset Cruise

• 23 rd Fishing Club • 23 rd Twilight Golf • 24 th Evening Colors • 25 th Wine & Dine–Jackets Required • 30 th Book Club

Trivia and Game Nights and Dancing at the Burgee, just to name a few Events!

Weekly Activities Some dates and activities may change as planning continues.

• Burgee Bar Opens Wed-Sat Noon -8:00 pm Jan 11 – Apr 25; Saturdays through May

• Ladies’ Bridge – Wednesdays: 12:00 noon • Ladies’ Canasta – Thursdays: 9:30 am

• Mah Jong – Thursdays: 1:00 pm (Join the group for lunch at Noon.)

• Men’s Golf – Fridays: 9:00 am

• Water Aerobics – Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays: 10 am Happy Hour Fridays: 5:30 pm – 7:00 pm

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Vice Commodore

In the Galley Learned on the Boat,

cruising the Pacific coast of Mexico, and still do it today in our Marco pantry (as well as our pantry on Irish Miss). The dried bay leaves impart no flavor – just remove them and stick them back into the jars before cooking the contents. If the leaves still have a fragrance, you can reuse them in the next batch. In the

Adopted at Home (First in a Series) Did you know that using glass canning jars for your flour, corn meal, corn starch, pastas, rice and such and inserting a dried bay leaf or two will prevent weevils and other bugs? We learned this while cruising. It’s because weevil larvae cannot burrow through glass but are adept at drilling through most plastics. And, because the critters hate bay leaves so much, they refuse to occupy those jars. We did this during our three years

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photo, we show a few of our home canning jars. On our boat, we use smaller jars, of course. Ray Rosenberg Vice Commodore FCYC Director MIYC

House & Staff

It is always a pleasure to see our members returning to Marco Island. What a fantastic October! Our Roaring 20’s Welcome Back Party really rocked the boat with the largest attendance and some nice revenue. The October Food and Beverage revenue exceeded last year by more than 40%. Great way to start off the new year. As I mentioned in my last article, we have completed a multitude of projects during the summer and will continue to work on finishing some outstanding tasks. Our current plan is to repair the sprinkler system in the front of the Clubhouse the last week of October. The first week of November we plan to have the landscaping around the Clubhouse professionally trimmed (including all shrubs and palm trees) and weeded. Mulch will also be applied around the courtyard with some planting in the front flower bed, depending on available funds. The Club hours of operation for November will be Thursday and Friday for lunch, dinner Wednesday, through Saturday and Sunday brunch. Mark your calendar for our first Grand Sunday Brunch scheduled

f o r N o v e m b e r 1 7 t h . November and December are normally the best times to sit outside and enjoy the scenery while having a great meal at the Club. Remember, when lunch or dinner is being served in the Dockside Lounge the Burgee Bar is always available for drinks or dining. The Burgee Bar will officially open in January, Wednesday through Saturday with extended hours and menu. Looking forward to another exciting and profitable year. See you at the Club! Robert J DeFeo Operations and HR Chairman Past Commodore

Robert J DeFeo

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MIYC Cruises The 2019/2020 Cruising Season is underway. As you read this, a Flotilla of 11 MIYC Members’ Yachts has departed for our Cruise to Key West and then to Marathon. Twenty three other Members are joining the group either as Guests on other’s yachts or driving to meet the group and staying in a hotel. Equity and Full Members are always invited on each of our Cruises. Watch the December issue of Anchorlines for the Key West Article. Reservations and Questions Pete & Peggy Frazier: [email protected] 906 227 7625

Pete Frazier Power Fleet Captain

MIYC Cruise Schedule - 2019 - 2020 November 1-6, 2019

Extended Cruise – Key West - Marathon

November 13, 2019

Day Cruise – Dolphin Explorer

December 8, 2019

Extended Cruise – Staycation at MIYC

December 14, 2019 December 21, 2019

Marco Island Street Parade Marco Island Boat Parade

January 7-9, 2020

Extended Cruise – NS&YC

January 9, 2020 February 10, 2020 February 15, 2020 February 18-21, 2020

Day Cruise – NS&YC

Day Cruise – Hyatt, Naples

Blessing of the Fleet

Extended Cruise – South Seas Resort

March 9, 2020

Day Cruise – Paradise Found, Goodland

Extended Cruise – Bahamas Exumas ( Optional charter boats dates )

March 12-19, 2020

April 2, 2020 April 6, 2020

Scavenger Hunt

Day Cruise – Pelican Isle Yacht Club

April 15-19, 2020

Extended Cruise –Boca Grande, Isles Yacht Club, Pine Island

May 4, 2020

Day Cruise – Everglades City TBA

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Seas the day with MIYC . . . Are you ready to cruise - eat - talk - laugh - smile - and have a good time?

MIYC Day Cruises are to destinations that are nearby and provide the opportunity to join Members on their boats for a scenic cruise and lunch. The Yachts enjoy wildlife views, playful dolphins, and a beautiful view of our Island paradise as well as spectacular homes. MIYC Extended Cruises are scheduled so that you can participate in part or all of the itinerary. Land Cruisers are welcome to join us by car or ride along on a vessel and we will arrange for hotel accommodations either at the marina or nearby. Some boaters also prefer to stay on shore. The availability of slips, particularly during the season, is always an issue so make your reservations (or just let us know that you are interested so we can keep you informed about the latest plans) now by clicking [email protected] or calling 906 227 7625 so you don't miss the fun! We will be doing a raft up to learn new anchoring techniques, doing our Funtastic trip to Key West, as well as opportunities close by at the Naples Sailing and Yacht Club, the Naples Yacht Club, and Pelican Isle Yacht Club. Also on the schedule is our most popular trip to South

Seas and the surrounding areas such as ‘Tween Waters, Useppa, and Cabbage Key. Our Bahamas trip includes the option of taking your own boat or going with the group by air to the Bahamas where we will charter 51' luxury yachts with assigned Captains and sail short trips to lovely destinations in the beautiful Abacos. In April 2020 we will return to incredible Boca Grande and plans are in the works for a cruise to the Sarasota area as well. 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 in this area before you will be able to learn from experienced cruisers and have a relaxing trip. We are on our way to amazing boating adventures next season! We hope the schedule for Extended and Day Cruises inspires you to hop aboard and fall in love with boating at the MIYC. It is amazing where our boats can take us in this destination where winter never visits - at least for very long! Trips like this one epitomize what the MIYC is all about...great camaraderie, new friends, great food, and the opportunity to share our love of boating....join the fun!

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MIYC Fishing Club Thursday, November 21 st 11:30am Come and enjoy the Fellowship . . . and some Tall Tails!

The Fishing Club continues to expand with several new Members coming on board. In October, the Gulf was unsettled for many weeks with continued threats of tropical storms and potential hurricanes. The Fishing Club took advantage of the calm backwaters in 10,000 Islands and caught more than 150 Snook and a variety of other game fish on two trips (3-man crews). There were lots of fish with very strong bite on Pilchers and artificial lures. During the trip to Key West and Marathon, several members plan to fish on Tom & Denise Morrison’s 42- foot Hydra Sport “Infinity.” We hope to have great stories about many Wahoo, Mahi, Kings and Billfish. As we move into November and December, the Gulf will start to transition with cooler water temperatures in the high 70’s. This will enhance the bight with Kingfish and Cobia. We will discuss strategy to catch these fish at our November 21 Fishing Club meeting in the Burgee Bar. Please call the Club for Reservations 239-394-0199 Jeff Comeaux Commodore and Fishing Club Chair

MIYC on Facebook Don't forget to 'like' our page on Facebook at 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.

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Enjoy a Beautiful Sunset Cruise Wednesday, November 20th Cocktails - 5pm Dinner - 6pm Enjoy a beautiful Sunset Cruise with your friends from the Club. Enjoy a wonderful dinner before heading out for Sunset! No boat? Our boating Members love to share! Participating Members will meet in the Burgee Bar for cocktails and dinner, then head out for a cruise in the Gulf, viewing a great sunset and with any luck, a “Green Flash”.

Ray Rosenberg Vice Commodore

To learn more, contact: Ray Rosenberg - Vice Commodore [email protected] Reservations for dinner - 239-394-0199

Please, remember to introduce yourself to new Members. Trial Members have red name badges and MIMA Burgee Members have blue name badges. Make them feel Welcome!

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The Florida Council of Yacht Clubs The Florida Council of Yacht Clubs (FCYC), comprised of 36 yacht clubs including Marco Island, meets six times a year. This year’s meeting locations included the: St Petersburg, Eau Gallie, Marathon, St. Charles, Charlotte Harbor and Florida Yacht Clubs. FCYC meetings are open for all full and associate club members to attend. You can travel by land or take your boat. If you are interested or would like to learn more about FCYC, please contact me. As a note for your calendars, our Marco Island Club will be hosting the general meeting, May 14-18, 2021. FCYC employs government affairs lobbyists, Johnson and Blanton, to overwatch all legislative issues concerning boating and the waterways in Florida. Highlights of the report they gave in St. Petersburg include (1) possession of shark fins is no longer allowed, (2) a gopher tortoise license plate has been proposed, (3) Key West has

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created sun screen rules, much like the State of Hawaii (could move through the rest of the State), (4) new Governor’s appointments regarding Boating Advisory Council, and (5) new water policy reforms proposed by Governor DeSantis. Details on all are contained in the full report. You can see the detailed report by following the below link: http://www.floridacouncilofyachtclubs.com/government_affairs.htm FUTURE FCYC MEETING DATES

The Florida Yacht Club November 8-10, 2019 Tampa Yacht & Country Club January 10-12, 2020 Isles Yacht Club March 13-15, 2020 Davis Island Yacht Club May 15-17, 2020 Vero Beach Yacht Club July 10-12, 2020 Coral Ridge Yacht Club September 11-13, 2020 Sarasota Yacht Club November 13-15, 2020 Key Biscayne Yacht Club January 8-10, 2021 The Florida Yacht Club March 12-14, 2021 Marco Island Yacht Club May 14-16, 2021 Venice Yacht Club July 9-11, 2021 Bird Key Yacht Club September 10-13, 2021

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Mariner's Society Donations from Members make a real difference to the success of Marco Island Yacht Club. Our generous Members enable the Club to make beautiful renovations and provide extra "pop" at events. For example, the Burgee Bar renovation was made possible entirely by Member donations. The bar was expanded, new drop down window covers were installed and attractive curtains and valances were added. How Can I Donate? You can make a general donation or donate for a specific project. We have identified a number of needs and wishes, which are listed in a binder just below a recognition plaque in the lobby area. Here is a sampling of initiatives we are looking for Member donations to fund: • Landscaping around the front of the Club • Upstairs dining room chairs • Major update of upstairs dining room If you'd like to donate to one of these initiatives or any other project of your choice, please download the Mariner Donation Form , on which you can indicate the project you wish to support, the amount of donation and how you wish to pay (separate check, credit card or Club monthly statement.) If there is something special you would like to see happen and would like to financially support, please let any member of the Board, Bridge or Mariner's Committee know. Mariner's Society Recognition Levels A Mariner's Society recognition plaque in the lobby hallway honors the cumulative contributions Members have made. • Bronze $ 2,500-$4,000 $40,000-$50,000 $$$ to be determined

$ 500 $ 2,500 $ 10,000 $ 20,000 $ 50,000 $100,000

• Silver • Gold • Platinum • Diamond • Sapphire

Final Voyage If you have enjoyed the Club, please consider a gift from your estate.

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3255 Tamiami Trail N Naples Fl 34103 [email protected] www.AliceZStrong.com

The Burgee Tiles in the Dockside Lounge Voting Members, do you have your personalized burgee displayed in the Dockside Lounge? If you don’t it is not too late to design one! Your Burgee tile is meant to be a replica of your private burgee. ART SELLERS located at 812 E Elkcam Circle 239-389-5269 can make one for you! They are in the same building as the Sand Bar, just at the opposite end. Go visit them to have your burgee created and displayed proudly in your Dockside Lounge! Have you noticed the Burgees hanging in the Burgee Bar? A private burgee, or owner's signal, is a way of expressing your own vision of the pleasure of sailing, and pride in your boat. The tradition of a unique pennant flown from the masthead goes back hundreds of years. The word "burgee" usually refers to a yacht club flag, but modern yachtsmen often use the term for any private flag. You can choose to make your own flag or hire someone to do the sewing. Read more: How to Design Your Own Boat Burgee Flag | eHow.com http:// www.ehow.com/how_7340673_design-own-boat-burgee-flag.html#ixzz2IG39W9v5 If you need help with your Private Burgee, contact: http://sailbaglady.com/

Burgees at MIYC

Blue Moon

This burgee belongs to Jim and Linda Marr. Blue Moon is the name of their boat.

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Cooperating Group Discount

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The MIYC Group Program has been renewed with Boat U.S. This entitles the person 50% on the membership ($15 instead of $30). Additional Discounts apply to towing. The Group is # GA84657B. It is best to call when an individual renews their membership. 800-395-2628

Here is a link to this web page: http://www.boatus.com/membership/group/benefits.asp Special Co-Op Group Benefits include:

Half-price BoatUS Membership. Your members are entitled to a full Membership in BoatUS for only $15 - that’s 50% off the regular $30 annual dues! Towing Package Discounts are also available through our Cooperating Group. BoatUS Member benefits include Member Rewards at West Marine stores, discounts at boating and fishing related businesses nationwide on fuel, repairs and overnight slips, on-the-water Towing Services, highly respected Marine Insurance, a subscription to BoatUS Magazine and much more.

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MIYC Mini Reef Program Helps Clean Our Canals We all love our Island Paradise and the beautiful waters we boat on. Doing what we can to keep our waters clean is a priority at Marco Island Yacht Club. That’s why we are promoting Ocean Habitats’ “Mini Reefs” to Members to be installed under your docks. We have three under our MIYC docks and dozens of Members are installing them, too. . Each reef establishes an ecosystem of aquatic life under the docks which mimics the environment normally found in the prop root system of mangrove trees. Once established, one reef can clean 30,000 gallons of water a day. Left: Carri and John Kendall with David Wolff. 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 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

Below: The Mini Reefs are lowered and set it place. Right: Nancy McNally with David and her new Mini Reef.

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The Shipùs Store News SHIP'S STORE FOR THE HOLIDAYS! WHY?‰ Discounts on . . . MIYC logo merchandise Coastal and Nautical merchandise Handcrafted merchandise WHAT ALL PROFITS SUPPORT (percentages board determined) Capital Fund MIYC Operations Mariners Fund NEW in-stock or on the way Logo Moisture wick Polos for men - three styles, assorted colors Logo Tanks, polos, shirts for women Rightside coastal and nautical pillows, assorted designs, for inside and out Coastal/nautical paper cocktail napkins, guest towels and cloth napkins Logo sweaters and vests for men and women logo packaway all weather jackets - full zip Mugs - coastal and nautical designs - new Tabletop assorted trays, plates, chip and dip, servers, bowls in sea life designs New fish and turtle stemmed wine glasses and flamingo pitchers Ladies scarves Promotions past and to come Watch for Holiday Sale in November Thank you for the soy wax candle SELL OUT at the Roaring 20's event! JOIN OUR SALES TEAM!‰ Contact Mary McKeown We thank you for all your wonderful support last year! We beat the budget by $4,155!!!

Let's beat the beat this year!!! Sandy, Ellie, Mary and the team