MIYC June:July 2019

MIYC June:July 2019

Marco Island Yacht Club

June/July 2019 Volume 19:6/7

4th Annual “Hats and Horses” Kentucky Derby Day Celebrat ion

“More than 150 participants enjoyed Derby Day Mint Juleps and hors d’oeuvres as they handicapped the race and cheered on their favorites”, said Angela Holt, Chair of the MIYC Member Events Committee. The event was co-chaired by Committee Members Nancy Traiser and Ellie Everitt. Everyone wore their best Derby Attire and trophies and prizes donated by Gillian Hamer went to: Best Couples’ Kentucky Derby Attire, Jim and Kerry Heckenlaible; Best

Individual’s Kentucky Derby Attire, Scott Kiley; Most Elegant Attire, Barbara Gambrill; Most Humorous Kentucky Derby Hat, Lauri Kalanges; Most Creative Lady’s Hat, Irina Ammerman; Most Creative Gentleman’s Hat, Pat McNally; and Best Guest’s Hat, Pat Marsh. Following the race, everyone enjoyed an Old Kentucky Home Dinner Buffet topped off with a slice of Chocolate Bourbon Pecan Pie.

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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. Current year May 1, 2019 to September 30, 2019 total fee $25. 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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MIYC Member Events By Angela Holt

The merry month of May started off with Marco Island Yacht Club's own Kentucky Derby Day affectionately called 'Hats and Horses.' More than 150 attended the race day dressed in their finest. The contentious results of the most "Exciting two minutes in sports" this year didn’t dampen our crowd. There were trophies given in seven categories from most elegant hat to most humorous. Gillian Hamer provided the prizes including the generous cash prizes for those who chose the winning horses. Chef Bob served an authentic Derby Day Buffet complete with bourbon pecan pie, and Pam and Staff found a way to make it 'look simple' as they served a record crowd. Mother's Day Brunch was an elegant affair, as was International Wine and Dine where Chef treats us to a taste of different cuisines from around the globe along with excellent wine pairings. Although our summer schedule officially begins at the Memorial Day Weekend as we say Bye, Bye to the Burgee Bar for the summer, the events will continue throughout June, July and August. A calendar has been sent to each of you outlining our plans to keep you busy. On June 8th we have our karaoke night with Janice Diaz. Although the first time we tried this, I was wary as to members being willing to approach the mic.

We l l , was I su r p r i sed . Everyone in the room took their turn as singles or in groups to entertain us. On June 15, we have Cooking w i t h C h e f B o b w h e r e Members learn the tricks of the trade and then dine on the creations. Our Independence Day Event will be a picnic and

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dance on June 29th. Omar Baker will keep us on our feet as we celebrate the USA at the Club. July we have two great parties planned . . . Margaritaville Night with a Jimmy Buffet tribute on July 20 and "Lob-sta" Fest on July 27th which is an “order as many tails as you can eat” affair. But that's not all. In August we will have a trivia night, a Latin Night ( learn the salsa) and a Labor Day Weekend Luau. So, plan on joining us whenever you're in town because there is never a dull moment at MIYC.

Angela Holt Chair, Member Events Committee

Wedding Bells Wellfleet, Cape Cod, MA. Jon Holt officiates at the wedding of nephew Paul Cherchia and Lea Sansone. A most special day!

Twilight Golf Group We were rained out so we went to the 19th hole and drank and ate seafood. We were down, but not out!

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MIYC International Wine & Dine!

A Trip Around the World Forty Members got their passports stamped at a gastronomical trip around the world May 18th for our International Wine & Dine! From Chinatown in California, through to New Zealand, Portugal, France and Italy, Chef Bob’s wide range of gourmet delights were perfectly paired with exquisite wines to create a delightful evening of food, friendship and fun!

Boat Inspections 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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Upcoming MIYC June & July Events Boaters’ Night Wednesday, June 5 th Cocktails 6pm Program 7pm Boaters’ Night Wednesday, July 10 th Cocktails 6pm Program 7pm

Day Cruise Monday, June 10 th

Day Cruise Monday, July 8 th

Sunset Cruise Wednesday, June 26 th

Sunset Cruise Wednesday, July 24 th

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Tuesday 9:30 am - 3 pm

Summer Hair gets lighter. Skin gets darker. Water gets warmer. Drinks get cooler. Music gets louder. Nights get longer. Life gets better.

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Karaoke at MIYC! Saturday, June 8 th 5:30pm Cocktails 6:30pm Dinner And then the FUN CONTINUES!!! RESERVATIONS - 239-394-0199

Cooking with Chef Bob Saturday, June 15 th 5:30pm Cocktails 6:30pm Dinner

MIYC Independence Day Party! Saturday, June 29 th 5:30pm Cocktails 6:30pm Dinner Entertainment by Omar Baker

Margaritaville Saturday, July 20 th

Lobstafest! Saturday, July 27 th

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Chairman’s Report

The old proverb “April showers bring May flowers” doesn’t always apply here in Marco Island. But the month of May does signal the departure of many of our residents for points North. And the same is true for members of our Club. I am seeing fewer around, and many are packing to head North by the end of the month. Our 2018-2019 Season is definitely winding down! The final ‘Signature Event’ for this season was the Hats and Horses Event. We have been holding this event every year, for the past 4 years, to celebrate the Kentucky Derby. And this year, the event was one for the record books! Nearly 150 members and guests attended the event this year. Trophies were awarded for a number of ‘Hat’ categories. The committee selecting the winning hats in each category certainly had a difficult job this year, as the variety and creativity demonstrated by members and guests was at its all-time best! Gillian and Dan again donated trophies for the best hat contest and the prize money to the individuals who picked the winning horses. Thank you, Gillian Hamer & Dan McElaney!! The donations to the Mariner’s Fund this year topped $4,850. Thank you to all who donated this year. We have several projects on our Mariner’s List, and the donations certainly help! And it was a memorable Kentucky Derby as well. For the first time in Derby history a challenge was upheld and the first horse across the finish line did not win. That also had a significant impact on individuals who filled out our racing sheets! I also want acknowledge Angela Holt and the entire Member Events Committee. The number of and quality of special events this year was extraordinary! I encourage everyone to take a minute and go back to look at the calendar of events throughout the season. Each month was packed with special events. Starting with the Welcome Back Party, to the Christmas and

New Year’s Events, through to Valentine’s Day, March Madness, Motown, the Member Talent Show, and culminating with the Hats and Horses Event, I think you will agree with me that this year the Member Events Committee really ‘hit the mark’! Thank you to the

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individuals serving on and supporting the Member Events Committee for your dedication, your commitment, and your hard work to make these events happen. And, thank you to all the members who participated in the events this year. I believe the attendance numbers were the highest in recent memory. And, everyone I spoke with had a grand time. These events have really made belonging to the Marco Island Yacht Club a special treat! We are now heading into the ‘off season,’ but events at the Club continue. On the calendar is Karaoke Night, Cooking with Chef Bob, Margaritaville, Lob-sta Fest, Trivia Night, and a Labor Day Weekend Luau among many other schedule activities. If you stay here through the summer, make sure you sign up for some of the events, and if you come back for a visit during the summer, be sure to include the Club in your planned activities! For those of you who are heading home this month, I wish you safe travels and an enjoyable summer. For those of you staying here…I’ll see you around the Club!

Dave Everitt Chairman of the Board Marco Island Yacht Club

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Commodore

In late April, Carol and I left on a three-week vacation that included a Transatlantic Cruise on the Celebrity Edge and a trip to Ireland. We experienced many wonderful places including a trip to Omaha Beach in the Normandy region of France. The experience gave us an even greater appreciation of Memorial Day, witnessing the sacrifice and incredible bravery of the soldiers who took that beach 75 years ago this month. At the Club, we observed a moment of silence at Evening Colors on Memorial Day Weekend in honor of America’s fallen heroes.

Jeff Comeaux Commodore

In May, the Boating Committee finalized plans for a March 2020 cruise in the Bahamas. Members will charter four Moorings 51-foot power cats and cruise for a week in the Abacos. Several members will cruise to our destination on their own yachts. Summer is upon us, and many Members have left for northern climates. For those who live in Marco Island year-round, the Club will still have may boating related events. Please watch your email for cruise information including Sunset, Day and Extended Cruises. Happy Summertime to all MIYC Members wherever you may be! Jeff Comeaux - Commodore

Evening Colors Friday, June 21 st 6pm Come enjoy this moving ceremony. Stay for Dinner! Reservations - 239-394-0199

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MIYC Membership

This is my favorite part of the column, to welcome all of our new and returning Members! Barbara Gambrill and Jim Liguori have joined us as Social Members. They were referred by Karena DeWitt. Mark Mosley has joined Karena’s membership! Judy Hamilton and Craig Seelman have joined us as Full Members referred by Carri Kendall. They are building a home by the Kendalls. Other Club Members the Comeauxes, Diana Pagach and the Schwartzmans are also neighbors. Look out for that carpool! They are from the St Louis area. Sandy Banks and Mike O’Brien also have joined us as Full Members! They have a home in Lely and are coming from Connecticut. They are looking forward to taking part in Fishing and Boating activities. Alice and Don Strong have returned to us as Equity Members! Please welcome aboard all these new Members! Be sure to mark your calendar for all the exciting events that our Member Events Committee plans for us as well as our Boating Committee! Please remember to wear your nametags AND remember to make reservations for all events and dining. It so helps the Staff to be able to have the appropriate number of servers available. Even if you are away from us this summer, please take the time to update your biography in the roster portion of the website. We really would like to have as many bios as possible on the website! We love to get to know our Members! Enjoy your summer and keep bringing us new Members! Vicki Bretthauer (for Co-Chair Kathy Caruso, too)

Sadly, our Membership Director Cynthia Hultquist’s mother passed away on May 13 th . Our condolences go out to her. Cynthia had recently brought her mother down from Baltimore to live with her in Florida so her mom’s final days were happy as she got to be with her daughter. The Equity Badges are really popular! They are understated but a nice form of recognition for our Equity members. If you are an Equity Member and would like to exchange your badge, please email [email protected] with how you would like your name badge to read. Cynthia, Tina and Elaine will have your badges waiting for you at the reception desk. Be sure to bring your old name badge with you as we are recycling the badges! Member Referral is one of my favorite ways for us to gain new members so let me remind you about our Member Recruiting Member Program! Through September 30 th , any new Member you refer who joins the Club as a Full or Social member receives a 25% discount off of joining fees! Effective October 1, there will be no more discounting of Membership fees for Social Members as we are nearing our quota on Social memberships. Also, the Member Recruiting Member Discount for Full Membership will be reduced to 20% so REFER THOSE NEW MEMBERS NOW! We also have a bonus for you - If you sponsor a new Member to our Club, you and the new member each receive a $100 gift certificate for Food and Beverage. Let me share our upgrades of Memberships with you! Kevin and Michelle Hennessy and Linda and Tom Sessa have upgraded to from Full to Equity Membership! Susan and Gary Hieftje have upgraded from Social to Full Membership!

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On the Water with Shelly and Dave in their new vessel - Paradox! What are MIYC Members up to this Summer?

Greetings to all now that we are back on Marco! We took the plunge (much to Shelly’s dismay, angst, and chest pain!) and found ourselves a boat. Having had our 1985 Chris Craft 38’ on Table Rock Lake, we have found that being on the water provides a great deal of fun. With the employment of a fair amount of rationalization, it seemed like a good idea to consider something to use for our Florida time. We had earlier this year looked at a 1982 DeFever cruiser which turned out to be a total disaster at the time of its pre – buy inspection. Oddly enough, we found our used Seahorse trawler while out on Florida’s east coast the day after the DeFever debacle. Formerly Pegaus and then Pamalynn II, she is now Paradox II (our Missouri boat came with the moniker Paradox). We hope to have a renaming ceremony this summer on Marco!

sipping one’s coffee while the water and other boats slip by in the quiet. The pilot house works great as a place to escape the sun and elements but the boat also has an upper helm wh i ch i s g r ea t f o r docking, anchoring, and c l o s e – q u a r t e r maneuvering. We hope to get the boat out to the Bahamas which tends to have shallow water and a high vantage really helps when dropping the hook and in trying not to drag the bottom! So, day one took us down to Key Biscayne. Patrick knows the waters well and got us through the Port of Miami area and in the back way to Biscayne. One cool benefit of belonging to a yacht club is the chance to visit other places via reciprocal privileges. Often, the first night dockside is free. So, we managed to get a slip at Key Biscayne Yacht Club (yes - free!) We enjoyed a cold adult beverage by the pool and later had a delightful dinner ashore. Again, that crack – of – dawn thing saw us underway and heading back to the outside. We bid adieu to the Miami area (in the background) and went out to the Hawk Channel which runs between the Keys and a line of reefs. Biscayne Bay has an area that had about thirty homes on stilts. Storms have taken their toll and regulations prevent rebuilding, yet Stiltsville still has a few structures remaining. (See next page)

Anyway, a few weeks back we brought the boat around from North Palm Beach. Captain Patrick accompanied us as this was our first cruise on both this boat and through these waters. Lake Okeechobee has been low such that going on the outside appeared the best option and, fortunately, the weather held. We had a great trip with three fairly long days. We had thought ourselves to be sailors and have probably recounted our experience in putting a boat into charter service with some friends. However, the uber – comfort of a trawler won us over. We had cruised in wet, chilly Vancouver and enjoyed the ride from a helm like this while passing sailors hunkered down in their foul – weather gear. Here’s a pic of Captain Shelly boldly manning the helm! We got an early start each day and were actually underway at first light. There are few things as peaceful as

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Our plan for day two was to do a reciprocal at the Marathon Yacht Club but our boat had other plans. As with flying, one should really get to know the systems aboard. Our fuel runs from a tank on each side down via gravity to a 160 – gallon keel tank. It turns out that the previous owners monitored the lower tank, refilled from the port and starboard ones as needed, and then shut the valves off. So, excitement ensued when we lost first one engine and then the other. This resulted in air getting sucked into the fuel filters which precluded restarting once we filled the keel tank. Tow Boat US came to the rescue and got us to a mooring ball in Boot Key Harbour. We got a crash course in bleeding air out and refilling the fuel lines which put us back into commission. Lessons learned hard the ones learned best so we hope not to repeat that mistake! That night saw us enjoy a nice pork tenderloin dinner that Chef Shelly whipped up. Yours – truly lives to eat. Paradox II has a decent galley with microwave and propane stove / oven. We have found that dining out is often expensive and, not infrequently, disappointing. We like to cook and have enjoyed many a tasty meal aboard our boat back home as well as on sailing trips. Here is a view of the Seven Mile Bridge shortly before our minor Diesel disaster. We left Boot Key for our last day of the trip which was about a twelve – hour transit. The Gulf offered us another day of lovely weather. Everyone took a turn at the helm which allowed time for some short siestas (“safety naps”) for off – duty folks who had to get up early once again.

Trawlers tend to cruise efficiently at seven or eight knots which offers a more sedate experience. There must be some sort of Yen associated with sitting at the wheel, looking out at the water, and enjoying the quiet. Marco slowly came into view as we approached from the south. We passed along the beach, found our way to the Marco River, and then to our slip with minimal excitement. Our neighbors, the Swazyes and Hathaways, greeted us with balloons and champagne – sparkling grape juice for grandson Luke. Here’s a pic of the intrepid voyagers back home with egos, extremities, and fiberglass intact Captain Pat joined us for dinner at our Island Gypsy on Isles of Capri. We celebrated with some tropical libations and an order of their famous onion rings which are obscenely big and good. Truly the best in the world! Anyway, that’s a

view of our short transit in pictures. We hope to have lots of adventures aboard with friends and family. Take care for now, Shelly and Dave

TheMarrs are kinda busy, too! Jim & Linda Marr are having a busy summer. The minute school let out, they gathered up the kids and flew to Roundup, Montana to visit daughter, Sarah and her family. They live on 160 acres in the Bull Mountains outside of Billings. Paradise with hiking, cattle branding/banding (ouch!)/vaccinating cows, horses, touring hot springs, Yellowstone (with Senior Passes!) and meeting new friends. Then, back to St. Louis. Next day it’s off to NYC for Linda. Plays (Four in four days!), food, people watching and Gardens. Then ten days on Marco Island. Can’t wait to see everyone who remains! Then with golf, the Lake and Kids shooting tournaments, the summer with race by. Everyone have a wonderful summer!

The Carusos Hosted Visitors MIYC was well represented in Asbury Park NJ! MA & Don and Peter & Wendy were visiting Kathy & David in Lavalette, NJ, their summer home.

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FCYC Update

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. The most recent meeting, which our Board Chairman and I attended, was at the St Petersburg Yacht Club. The next meeting in March will be at the Eau Gallie Yacht Club in Indian Harbour Beach. These 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 calendar, our Marco Island Club will be hosting the general meeting in May of 2021. FCYC hires 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

Ray Rosenberg FCYC Director

proposed, (3) Key West has 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 http://www.floridacouncilofyachtclubs.com/government.affairs.htm

2019 Meeting Schedule: FUTURE FCYC MEETING DATES St. Charles Yacht Club July 12-14, 2019 Charlotte Harbor Yacht Club September 13-15, 2019 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 Eau Gallie YC Marathon YC St Charles YC Bird Key YC March 8-10, 2019 May 17-19, 2019 July 12-14, 2019 September 13-15, 2019 November 8-10, 2019 Florida YC

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Join FCYC Incoming Commodore Jon Williams on a 10 night Eastern Caribbean sailing onboard the luxurious ms/Riviera

Dec 5-15, 2019 This itinerary is blessed by the sun’s radiant rays; the tropics promise adventurous excursions ashore and carefree days at sea. A unique sailing with charming, smaller islands that are less visited. DAY DATE PORT ARRIVE DEPART THU DEC 5 MIAMI, FLORIDA 6 PM FRI DEC 6 GREAT STIRRUP CAY, BAHAMAS 7 AM 4 PM SAT DEC 7 CRUISING THE ATLANTIC OCEAN SUN DEC 8 SAN JUAN, PUERTO RICO 10 AM 10 PM MON DEC 9 PHILIPSBURG, ST. MAARTEN 10 AM 9 PM TUE DEC 10 ST. JOHN’S, ANTIGUA 7 AM 6 PM WED DEC 11 CASTRIES, ST. LUCIA 8 AM 5 PM THU DEC 12 GUSTAVIA, ST. BARTS 8 AM 4 PM FRI DEC 13 CRUISING THE ATLANTIC OCEAN SAT DEC 14 CRUISING THE ATLANTIC OCEAN SUN DEC 15 MIAMI, FLORIDA 7 AM *The breathtaking Oceania Riviera offers highlights in many ways, including the enchanting Lalique Grand Staircase, the impressive Owner's Suites in Ralph Lauren style or imposing designer elements on the ship. Six of the many on-board restaurants are gourmet restaurants with free seating and no extra charge. This beautiful mid-size ship can accommodate up to 1,250 passengers. V.I.P. World Travel 4971 Ringwood Meadow, Sarasota, FL 34235 Ph: 941-377-0017 or 800-323-7448 [email protected] VN: FCYCOC19

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May Sunset Cruise

Sunset Satisfaction We had a terrific turnout for our Sunset Cruise May 22nd! It seems like more people are staying on the Island longer as we move from Spring to Summer. And who can blame them when we can enjoy beautiful sunsets like this out in the Gulf with friends?

May Day Cruise

Island Gypsy Idyll The Island Gypsy is always a hit with day cruisers, and our May 20th event was no exception! Some came by boat and some came by car—but everyone enjoyed a beautiful day and tasty lunch with friends (not to mention the best Raspberry Mojitos on the Island!)

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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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Marco Island Yacht Club 2019 Season

Weekly Activities Some dates and activities may change during the summer.

• 5 th Boater’s Night • 8 th Karaoke • 10 th June Day Cruise to Bonefish Grill • 15 th Cooking with Chef Bob • 20 th Fishing Club • 26 th Sunset Cruise • 29 th June Independence Day Party

• August Day Cruise - Boat House • 3 rd Trivia • 7 th Boater’s Night • 12 th Day Cruise Boat House • 15 th Fishing Club • 15 th Couples Bridge

• Mah Jong – Tues: 12:00 Noon • Ladies’ Bridge –Wed Noon • Ladies’ Canasta–Thurs.: 9:30 am • Men’s Golf – Fridays: 9:00 am • Water Aerobics – Tues. & Sat: 10:00 am; Thurs. 1:00 pm • Happy Hour Fridays: 5:30 pm – 7:00 pm MonthlyActivities • Boater’s Night – 1 st or 2 nd Wed or Thur each month

• 17 th Hot Summer Nights • 31 st Labor Day Luau with Entertainment

• Fishing Club – 3 rd Thurs. • Sunset Cruise – 4 th Thurs.

• 1 st - 18 th Club Closed for Heavy Cleaning • 13 th - 15 th FCYC Bird Key YC • 19 th Club Re-opens - Prime Rib Night • 20 th Friday Night White-Out (everyone dress in white since your Club is spic & span!) • 28 th College Football Tailgate - Wear clothing from your favorite team - T-shirts allowed. Join us for burgers and brats! Summer Canasta! Our full time residents continue to play! Great way to enjoy camaraderie during the the hot humid summer days on Thursdays at 9:30. Contact Kimberly Porter, [email protected] for additional information about joining this fun loving group.

• 6 th Jambalaya Night! + Dockside Menu • 8 th Day Cruise Paradise Found

• 10 th July Boaters’ Night 12 th -14 th Extended Cruise St. Charles YC - FCYC Mtg.

• 13 th Bastille Day • 18 th Fishing Club • 20 th Margaritaville • 24 th Sunset Cruise • 27 th Lobsta-fest

with Nevada Smith

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Bob Aylwin - Manager/Executive Chef

Ahoy Members of MIYC! When I think of the beginning to this summer, three words come to mind- full speed ahead!” Our food and beverage dining participation for the month of May exceeded last year’s revenues by 19%! Wow, that is some very fine news indeed; a trend we are striving to maintain throughout the summer months. Please remember to use our monthly dining survey to express your likes and dislikes so that we may continue to improve and exceed your expectations. Please join me in welcoming new employees Carlos Gomez, Steve Servante and Matthew Vizor. Carlos and Steve will be focusing their efforts on the upkeep and overall maintenance of our facilities while Matthew joins our Culinary Team from Madison, Wisconsin where he worked as a sous chef/apprentice for a well-respected restaurant. We are excited to have them aboard.

D) All Digital Fire Alarm has installed our new Cellular Fire Alarm Monitoring system and all of our applicable inspections have been completed. Special thanks to Cynthia, Mrs. Von Berghy, Pam, Mrs. Caruso and Mrs. Bretthauer for a wonderful job at the

Bob Aylwin Manager/Executive Chef

annual “Taste of Marco” where we all had a festive time and showed those in attendance how much fun we have at MIYC. Also, another special thanks goes to Past Commodore/Vice Chairman Bob DeFeo for all of his efforts in shaping our House and Staff Committee as well as his valued input throughout the busy, busy season. Keep a keen eye for exciting eblasts because this Summer is heating up!! See you at the Club! Chef Bob

Club Projects in action: A) Coca Cola has replaced our aging soda gun fountain system with new lines and equipment. B) Future Controls Air Conditioning Company has completed installation of “Air Handler 5” and the results have been immediate with cooler air blowing freely throughout our lobby and office areas. C) “Epic Sound Systems” are currently putting the final touches on our new Clubhouse

Sound System. Glory Halleluiah to the Everitts for their MAJOR donation and other members for filling in the blanks to replace the antiquated system!

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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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Cooperating Group Discount 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 # needs to be used which is GA84657B. It is best to call when an individual renews their membership. 800-395-2628 Boat Owners Association of the United 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

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MIYC Fishing Club Thursday, June 20 th 11:30am Our last overnight fishing trip was to Islamorada FL

where we fished for Tarpon and Shark up to 200 pounds. Everyone caught fish and we had a great time, so we’ve decided to do it again! We're planning another trip to Islamorada in late June when we hope to catch Mahi, Sailfish, Wahoo and Kingfish. Call or email me if you’d like to go. Reservations are on a first come basis. Several Fishing Club members fished offshore in May and caught Red Grouper and a variety of reef fish. The fishing offshore is red hot now, with many fish being caught in 100-125 feet. If you are interested in fishing and would like to join the Fishing Club, please contact me at [email protected] or call me at 847-951-3400.

Jeff Comeaux Commodore & 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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MIYC Brunch on the Gulf 10am - 1pm Join us at the MIYC for Sunday Brunch each week ~ 10am - 1pm Reservations - 239-394-0199 Club Dress

Please donùt forget to wear your name tag when you visit the Club. We have many new Members and new Staff Members, too.

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

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House & Staff

Staff Updates: Would like to welcome aboard our two new p a r t - t i me ma i n t e n a n c e employees, Steve Servente and Carlos Gomez; both these gentlemen started the end of May. We already started to catch up on some areas that have been let go for the past couple of months.

I thought that activity around the Club would slow down after Easter, but May continued to be an exciting month with well attended special events and activities. We had over 140 Members and guests attend the Kentucky Derby Event. Cinco de Mayo, Mother’s Day, International Wine and Dine, Sunset Cruise and Evening Colors were all well attended. I am hoping for a busier June and July since some of our new Members are year-round residents and it appears more reciprocals have learned that the Marco Island Yacht Club is the place to go to have fun and a great meal. The Burgee Bar/Burgee Menu officially ended May 31 st . However, whenever lunch or dinner is being served in our Dockside Lounge, you are always welcome to eat at the Burgee Bar or in the courtyard. Be sure to watch for Chef Aylwin’s summer specials. He is planning some sensational menu items and some special deals throughout the summer. Reminder: The Club’s summer hours begin June 1. We will be closed on Monday and Tuesday. Lunch will be served on Thursday and Friday from 11:30 AM to 2:00 PM. Dinner will be served Wednesday through Saturday 5:30 PM to 8:00 PM and Sunday Brunch will be 10:00 AM to 1:30 PM. Please do not forget to call in your reservations for lunch or dinner. Since we have fewer members here during the summer, if there are no reservations for any given night, there is a possibility we will close early.

Robert J DeFeo

Chef Aylwin hired a new cook, Matthew Vizer who also started the end of May. Pam hired a new greeter/ hostess Susan Linn to help when multiple functions are scheduled. Patti Simone also joins us as a bartender and server. Patti has been around Florida for about 15 years and has even served in some management positions. I know you all will meet her at the bar! Some Club updates: The new sound and speaker system has been installed and programmed music and announcements can now be played/heard throughout the Clubhouse, Burgee Bar, Dockside Lounge and Harbour Room. We are in the process of updating our server, software and some computers. See you at the Club, Robert J DeFeo

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Enjoy a Beautiful Sunset Cruise Wednesday, June 26th 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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2019 S umme r Re c i p r o c a l C l u b s Highlighted clubs indicate reciprocal agreements in place as of April 30, 2019

Classics 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 Eagle Creek 11 Cypress View Drive, Naples, FL 34113 Dining 239-793-0500, Tennis 239-775-2642 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 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 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 The Club at the Dunes NEW NAME (formerly “Plantation at the Dunes of Naples”) 310 Dunes Blvd, Naples, FL 34110 239-593-9680 Rookery at Marco 3433 Club Center Blvd, Naples. FL 34114 Golf 239-642-2796, Dining 239-389-6600 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 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 Wyndemere Country Club 700 Wyndemere Way, Naples, FL 34105 Golf 239-263-1661, Dining 239-263-0389

NEW PARTICIPANTS: Seven Lakes Golf & Tennis Old Corkscrew Golf Course

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Boaters’ Night Wednesday, June 5 th Cocktails - 6pm Dinner - 7pm Learn More About Our Local Marine Life On June 5th we'll welcome back guest speaker, Bob McConville , a local Master Naturalist with Dolphin Explorer, who delivered an amazing lecture about our local Dolphin population last October. We'll learn more about our local marine ecosystem , including fascinating facts about the many creatures living in the waters around our island, and hear about the general health of those waters. Enjoy fellowship, dining and a fascinating presentation on Wednesday June 5th at Boater's Night. Sign up now! Call 239-394-0199 to make your reservation--or reply by email to [email protected] ! Chef Bob appreciates early reservations to have the correct amount of food for your enjoyment.

Great May program . . . did you know . . . The newest theory on how sea turtles navigate is that they can detect both the angle and intensity of the earth’s magnetic field. Using these two characteristics, a sea turtle may be able to determine its latitude and longitude, enabling it to navigate virtually anywhere. Early experiments seem to show that sea turtles have the ability to detect magnetic fields The Moms can store sperm so that not all of the little turtles may have the same Dad? Females may mate with several males

just prior to nesting season and store the sperm for several months. When she finally lays her eggs, they will have been fertilized by a variety of males. It's estimated that only 1 in 1,000 hatchlings will survive to adulthood. Sea turtle hatchlings eat a variety of prey. The temperature of the nest determines a hatchling’s gender. This is called Temperature-Dependent Sex Determination (TSD). Warmer temperatures produce mostly females, and cooler temperatures produce a majority of males. There is a pivotal temperature that produces an equal ratio of males and females Once most hatchlings have emerged from their shells, they climb on top of the discarded eggshells to propel themselves to the top of the chamber. Emerging together increases the chance of survival as many hatchlings can overwhelm would-be predators. A single hatchling would be an easy target. They are guided by the brightest light, which is usually moonlight reflecting on the sea. Turtles avoid shadows, including dune vegetation at the top of the beach, places where danger could lie. Remember if you live on the beach it is Turtle Time...no ambient life at night.

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Dwyn von Bereghy Fleet Sailing Captain

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JULIE & BROCKWILSON Julie’s Cell: (239) 595-5983 Brock’s Cell: (239) 595-6767 [email protected] [email protected] Premier Sotheby’s International Realty The Esplanade ~ 760 N. Collier Blvd. Marco Island, FL 34145

Serving Marco Island & Naples for over 22 years.

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]

PROFESSIONAL NAIL CARE FOR LADIES & GENTLEMEN 239.389.5259

Located across from “Shops of Marco”

jump spa

239.821.9200 118 South Barfield Dr #B Marco Island, FL 34145 [email protected]

NAIL SPA

THE SHOPS OF MARCO (Publix 119 S. Barfield Dr., Marco Island, FL 34145 MIYC Member 1 st visit

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Attention! Please remember to make your reservations for dinner and events at the Club. Chef Bob and his Staff like to be prepared in order to have the right amount of food and beverage. Also, when you make your reservation and give a time you would prefer to sit down, please do so at that time. Otherwise, the kitchen Staff cannot keep up with the influx of diners.

Bimini & Tee Tops Covers Carpet

Edward J. Skrzynski Marco Canvas & Upholstery, LLC 991 Chalmer Drive Unit #7 Marco Island, FL 34145 239-394-1718 [email protected] www.Marcocanvas Facebook@marcocanvas

Decking Dodgers Enclosures- Acrylic & Soft Headliners Upholstery In/Exterior SST & Alum. Metal Fab. Dockside services

Innovation in Marine Fabrication

Creating more livable spaces

Members Recruiting Members Our Member Recruiting Member Program is in full swing for FY2020! The recruiting member and new member each receive a $100 gift certificate to use for food and beverage on a Wednesday, Thursday or Saturday Evening or at Sunday Brunch! Bring us new members and celebrate with them!

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MIYC Cruises The Boating Committee had a planning meeting recently. Lots of fun Extended and Day Cruises are in the works! Reservations and Questions Pete & Peggy Frazier: [email protected] 906 227 7625 MIYC Cruise Schedule - 2019

Pete Frazier Power Fleet Captain

June 10, 2019

Day Cruise – Bonefish Grill, Naples

July 8, 2019

Day Cruise – Everglades City

July 12-14, 2019

Extended Cruise – St. Charles YC, FCYC event

August 12,2019

Day Cruise – Boat House, Naples

October 7, 2019

Day Cruise – Naples Yacht Club

October 9-10, 2019

Extended Cruise – Panther Key “Raft-up”

November 1-5, 2019

Extended Cruise – Key West - Marathon

November 13, 2019

Day Cruise – Havana Café, Chokoloskee

December 8, 2019

Extended Cruise – Staycation at MIYC

December 14, 2019

Marco Island Street Parade

December 21, 2019

Marco Island Boat Parade