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Commodore’s MessageHappy 2013. December ended with new beginnings. As we start the new year with a new board of directors, please join me in welcoming the new additions to the board: Rear Commodore, Dan Peck, Recording Secretary, Bryan Clutz, Corresponding Secretary, Bill Delaney, and Directors, Pat Leva, Kevin Moran and Joe Oster. Thank you all for volunteering your time and experience, it is greatly appreciated. Welcome aboard. Breakfast with Santa was a truly memorable event. Once again Santa arrived by helicopter to the delight of all the children and adults as well. Many thanks to Bill White for organizing Santa’s ride over the past 5 years. The Holiday Ball was well attended and a great time was had by all, a fantastic party. Thanks to the Entertainment Committee and decorating volunteers for making the club look like a winter wonderland and organizing a first class event. Some of you may have noticed that the water level is a tad low (ya think). In fact

we are at a 50 year low and since no one can predict the future we’re not certain where we’ll end up. What is certain, however, is that based on recent soundings some dredging is necessary. Due to the negotiating acumen of Skip Shumway we were able to secure a very favorable deal and have already begun to dredge the entrance channel. We will continue along the main fairway from slips 1 - 32 this winter (weather permitting) and spring.The plans for the upstairs kitchen remodel have been finalized and by the time you read this, work will have begun in earnest. Thanks to Past Commodore Fred Karshick for overseeing this complex project. We hope to have the majority of this project done during shutdown but it will take some additional time to complete. The impact on the bar and restaurant should be minimal.

Club Manager, Mary Smith and Education and Events Director Sarah Hannon have a number of activities and events planned for the cold winter months ahead. I’m sure you will find that the club is a warm and welcome retreat when the weather turns cold. See their columns for details.I would like to thank Past Commodore Keith Burhans (congratulations on your new job) and his predecessors for doing an excellent job on making RYC such an outstanding club. Each commodore I have worked with has been different in their approach to implementing the changes necessary to make the club a more rewarding experience for all of our members. While each one has been different, each has been the same in their respect for the traditions and values that have allowed the club to prosper for the past 135 years. Through change and tradition we have made considerable progress. There are many opportunities ahead. In the coming year we plan to develop programs to get more members (both boat owners and non-owners) on the water by expanding sail and powerboat instruction, offering more frequent and shorter cruise events and increasing spectator opportunities for races and regattas. In addition the membership committee under the guidance of Betsy Lawless has a number of activities planned to help ease the integration of new members into the club. I ask everyone for their support in these efforts.

I offer my best wishes for a healthy and prosperous New Year to all our members. Hope to see you around the club soon.Tom Kankoski, Commodore

Quote of the month: “The art of progress is to preserve order amid change and to preserve change amid order.” Alfred North Whitehead

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RYC Board of Directors Meeting Highlights - December 13, 2012

RYC Annual Meeting

Call to Order: Commodore Burhans called the meeting to order at 1800 hours.

Moment of Silence: Observed in memory of all members who passed away since the last annual meeting.

Recognition was given to the many Past Commodores present.

Corresponding Secretary Mike Ebertz read a note from the American Legion thanking RYC for hosting the ceremony commemorating D-Day and the veterans who served. He also read a note from Curtis and Sheri Gilbert commending sailing coach, Jim Carminati, for doing such a terrific job with our youth program.

Treasurer Joe Altobelli reported on finances for the Fiscal Year Ending 2012. The club ended the year with a surplus that resulted in a positive variance vs. the budget, even though Capital Expenses slightly exceeded our budget.He thanked the finance committee for all of their hard work throughout the year and to Karen Servis for her diligence when it comes to preparing and reporting the financial statement. Also, thank you to Mary Smith for all of her efforts in managing the house, which ultimately played a significant role in the financial success of the club over the last year.He noted that we have many financial challenges facing us over the next year, but with a solid and growing membership, he remains confident that we will be able to maintain a strong financial position in 2013.

Membership Committee: Betsy Lawless reported that the Board approved the following membership status changes:To Resignation:

Arthur Vitoch (Resident 11/02)Esther Goldberg (Non Resident 04/73)Jeffrey Hawley (Non Resident 06/79)Kenneth Glover (Non Resident 04/96)Rafe Pascale (Non Resident 10/01)Ray Mitchell Bullene (Leave of Absence 01/11)

The Commodores recognized all Committee Chairs. Pins were awarded to those whose term has ended, and new chairs were noted.

Special recognition was given to outgoing Facilities Chair, Bud Webb, who has given many years of service to RYC. Also, recognition was given to RYC Staff:

Club Manager Mary Smith Office Manager Karen ServisYard Master Miles BlissExecutive Chef George GremmingerYouth Sailing Director Jim CarminatiMembership Director Betsy Lawless

In appreciation of 50 years of membership, clocks were presented. R. Max McCarthy made a memorable speech in acknowledgement of his 50 years at RYC. Kent Hill could not be present.

Commodore Burhans thanked all members for the opportunity to serve as commodore, and especially to Suzie for her support during his term. He ended with a famous quote from George Eastman.

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Welcome2013 Board of directors

COMMODORE Tom Kankoski

VICE COMMODOREBarbara Hufsmith

REAR COMMODOREDan Peck

PAST COMMODOREKeith Burhans

TREASURER Joe Altobelli

RECORDING SECRETARYBryan Clutz

CORRESPONDING SECRETARYWilliam Delaney

DIRECTORS 2012-2013

Peg FessBob King

Keith Polidor

2013-2014 Patrick LevaKevin Moran

Joe Oster

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2012 Ballot Results were announced by Recording Secretary, Cheryl Lawless. Commodore Burhans thanked all outgoing officers and directors. Service pins and clocks were awarded to all. Past Commodore, Charlie Ross Recording Secretary, Cheryl Lawless Corresponding Secretary, Mike Ebertz Directors Peter Cucci, Noah Doolittle and John Penkitis

Past Commodore Ross took one last action before retiring, and that was to install Commodore Burhans as Past Commodore.

Past Commodore Burhans then proceeded to install the new Directors, Pat LevaKevin Moran and Joe Oster. All were presented with binders and flags and then seated at the directors’ table.

Past Commodore Burhans then installed the new flag officers: Joe Altobelli, TreasurerBryan Clutz, Recording Secretary

William Delaney, Corresponding Secretary

Past Commodore Burhans installed the new commodores: Dan Peck, Rear Commodore Barbara Hufsmith, Vice Commodore Tom Kankoski, Commodore

With all new commodores, officers and directors duly installed,

Commodore Kankoski made closing remarks and invited all attending to enjoy the prime rib dinner served downstairs.

Meeting adjourned at 1902 hours.Respectfully submitted,

Cheryl LawlessRecording Secretary

RYC Board of Directors Meeting Highlights - December 13, 2012

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The Junior Yacht Club would like to thank all the members that participated in the Holiday Pirate Toy Fund and to everyone that pur-chased a Holiday Wreath!

Mark Your Calendars! Sunday, March 31st Club Easter Brunch Sunday, May 12th Mother’s Day Brunch Saturday, May 18th Commodore’s Ball Sunday, May 26th Rochester Community Boating Gala! Monday, May 27th Memorial Day Festivities

Dinner at Dinosaur BBQ & Amerks Hockey Game.Friday January 11th, 2013

Join us during the Club shut downKeep with tradition and spend Friday night among friends and members.

Dinner will be from 5:30pm-6:45pm at DINOSAUR BBQ on Court Street in their Upstairs Private Dining Room.

ON THE MENU: BBQ chicken on the bone Ribs Macaroni & Cheese BBQ Baked Beans French Fries

Following dinner we will head over to Blue Cross Arena to watch the Rochester Amerks take on the Hamilton Bulldogs. The puck drops at 7:05pm.

The cost per person is $40 for this all-you-can-eat dinner buffet and game. Dinner Only and Game Only options are available. Bring the whole family downtown for this fun night out.

Contact Sarah@Rochesteryc.com for more information

Please submit articles & Photos

for consideration for future Logs to Linda Plucknette, receptionist@rochesteryc.comno later than the 24th of each month

Pot of Gold will continue !

Friday, January 18th the Pot is $ 850.00!! There’s always a winner! $50.00 Gift Certificate drawing, if the Pot is not won. Enjoy the Friday night fun and make 2013 your lucky year!

MEMBERSHIP COMMITTEE SUMMARYDecember 13, 2012

Resident 339 Associate 9 Non Resident 102 Ancient Mariner 52 Student 8 Surviving Spouse 20 Privileges 27 Political 4

Total Active Membership 561

Leave of Absence 8 Military Leave 1

Total Inactive Membership 9

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mary fogler

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Rochester Yacht ClubTHE ROCHESTER YACHT CLUB

WILL BE CLOSED FROM JANUARY 2ND – 16TH FOR THE RYC ANNUAL SHUT DOWN THE FOLLOWING CLUBS HAVE EXTENDED DINING PRIVILEGES TO US DURING THIS TIME. PLEASE ENJOY THEIR HOSPITALITY!

PENFIELD COUNTRY CLUB 1784 Jackson Road, Penfield, NY 14526(585) 377-1240 www.penfieldcc.org/Monday – Friday Lunch 11:30 – 2:30 pm Dinner 5:30 – 9:00 pmSaturday Lunch 11:00 – 3:00 pm, Dinner 5:30 – 9:00 pmSunday Lunch 11:00 – 4:00 pmDress Code: Country Club Casual, No denim, Saturday – Casual Night

COUNTRY CLUB OF ROCHESTER 2935 East Avenue Rochester, NY 14610(585) 381-1800 www.ccrochester.orgAla Carte Dining for the following dates is fine except NO Dinner on Sundays:Tuesday – Saturday.Lunch: 11:30 AM – 2:30 PM; Tuesday – Saturday.Dinner: 6:00 PM – 9:30 PM; Sunday Brunch: 11:00 AM – 2:00 PMNO A La Carte (Dinner) Dining on: January 5, 2013Dress Code: Country Club Casual (Khaki Pants & Collared Shirt)Jacket required in the Hunt Room for Lunch & Dinner

LOCUST HILL COUNTRY CLUB (Closed January 1st – 7th)2000 West Jefferson Road, Pittsford, NY 14534(585) 427-7010 www.locusthill.orgTuesday – Friday Lunch 11:30 – 2:00 pmTuesday – Saturday Dinner 5:30 – 9:00 pm Breakfast Buffet Sunday 10:00 – 2:00 pmDress Code: Business Casual

MONROE GOLF CLUB 155 Golf Avenue Pittsford, New York 14534(585) 586-3440 www.monroegolfclub.comWednesday –Friday Lunch 11:30 -2:00 pm, Wednesday – Saturday Dinner 5:30-9:00 pm. Closed Sunday-TuesdayClosed for Lunch on Saturdays, except in the men’s grille.Dress Code: Business Casual, No denim

OAKHILL COUNTRY CLUB 346 Kilbourn Rd Rochester, NY 14618 (585) 586-1660 www.oakhillcc.com/ Tuesday – Saturday Lunch 11:30 – 2:00 pm, Dinner 5:30 – 9:00 pmSunday and Monday ClosedDress Code: Jackets - Oak Room, Country Club Casual – Legends Grill

GENESEE VALLEY CLUB 421 East Avenue Rochester, NY 14607 (585) 271-1010 www.gvalleyclub.org/Monday- Friday 12:00 – 2:00 pmMonday – Saturday 5:30 – 8:30 pm Dress Code: Jacket – Front of Club; Red Grill & Green Porch, Armstrong Grill – Business Casual

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Rochester Yacht ClubNEW COuRSE DATES: To accommodate for Mid-Winters & the February Holiday Break we have postponed the start date of both courses.

Coastal Navigation Certification Members: $400.00 **Prices include all materials**Since time immemorial, sailors have used and refined the techniques of “Deductive Reckoning” navigation to find their way in limited visibility or when out of sight of land. In this 28-hour classroom course, you will learn all the tools, methods and applications of these time-honored skills, and discover the freedom and confidence that mastering navigation brings.Course dates: 5 Week Course Tuesdays & Thursdays in February/March from 6pm-9pm Begins Tuesday, February 26th & Ends Thursday, March 28thLocation: RYC Clubhouse

Celestial Navigation Certification: Members: $450.00// **Prices include all materials**Pre Requisite: Coastal Navigation Certification.Even in today’s age of satellite navigation, there is no surer way of determining your ship’s position at sea than with sextant and skill. Through this 4-day, 31-hour classroom course, you will join the ranks of the few great seaman throughout history who can truly navigate the Seven Seas. Celestial Navigation will teach you to master the techniques of open ocean position fixing using sextant and time piece. You will be able to apply your knowledge of sight reduction methodology to enable you to reduce a sextant sight to a plotted line of position using any celestial body found in the Nautical Almanac.Course dates:Saturdays in MarchMarch 30th, April 6th, 13th, & 20th, 20139am-5pmLocation: RYC Clubhouse

Basic & Bareboat Cruising Certification

RYC ASI will be launching a new course this May for members to earn the Basic & Bareboat Cruising Certi-fication from US Sailing. For many reasons we have decided our first cruise will take place on the Chesa-peake Bay departing from Annapolis, Maryland. Some may not need or wish to earn the certification, however you may be interested in learning how to cruise or go-ing on a cruise with members.

This 5-day cruise is set for tdeparture May 18th and return on May 24th but is tentative based on those who wish to participate and their availability. The sailing season in Annapolis is Mid-May through Mid-October. If you are interested in participating, please contact Sarah@Rochesteryc.com and I will provide you with more information.

Rules & Tactics seminar with Dave Perry

Sunday, April 28, 2013 9:00 AM

Rules & Tactics New rules take effect January 1, 2013. The Rules & Tactics Seminar explains the rules (old and new) and explores how the rules shape racing tactics. Using a curriculum created jointly by Dave Perry, David Del-lenbaugh, and Bill Gladstone, you’ll learn how to use the rules to control other boats and how to keep your rivals from controlling you. Everyone receives the 2013 Rules & Tactics Seminar Workbook.

Registration information is coming soon.

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Rochester Yacht ClubJanuary will bring some temporary changes to our Restaurant due to the upcoming Kitchen renovations. Although we won’t have the Upstairs Kitchen available, it is my hope that we can still provide a quality dining experience for all.

We will be closed for a regular January shutdown from the 2nd to the 17th. On the 17th, in conjunction with the Bar being open and limited cooking capacity, we will have a limited Bar Menu available. It will include a variety of Burgers, Wings, a few Salads, and a few Wraps. On Friday, we will have a limited Dinner Menu with the Friday Fish Fry as the main focus. Other items could include Prime Rib, Filet Mignon, whatever Fish swims up to the Sea Wall that I can club to death & cook, if I get lucky & run something over, etc. We will have very limited cooking capacity, so I’m afraid variety will be lacking.

After speaking to Mr. Basset, Mr. Lissow & Mr. Leva, I’m hopeful to have the Kitchen back in time for Valentine’s Day. If so, we will have our New Lunch & Dinner Menu later that week. I already have started to create it & I can’t help but think of “Duck Bacon”....

Anyway, here is a recipe that has been in my family for years. It’s perfect for a cold January day, while spending time with your family.

Ciao,

chef George

cassouletingredientsFor the beans: 1 tablespoon butter 1/4 cup onions, chopped 1/2 cup celery, chopped 1 pound Dry cannellini beans 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper

8 cups water 1 bay leaf

For the meats 1/4 cup all-purpose flour 1/4 cup oil 1 cup chopped onions 1/2 cup chopped celery 1/2 cup chopped bell peppers 1/2 cup chopped carrots 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper 8 each duck legs confit 1 pound andouille sausage links, cut into 6 equal portions 2 cups chicken broth1 pound roasted duck, cut into 2-inch pieces

DirectionsFor the beans:In a large saucepan, melt the butter. Saute the onions and celery for 3 to 4 minutes, or until they are slightly wilted. Add the beans, salt, cayenne, water and bay leaf and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low and cook until beans are tender and most of the water is absorbed, about 2 hours. Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. For the meats:In a large oven proof skillet, over medium-high heat, combine the flour and oil. Stirring constantly, make a medium brown roux. Add the onions, celery, bell peppers, carrots, salt and cayenne. Stirring constantly, cook for 3 to 4 minutes or until vegetables are slightly wilted. Add the duck legs and sausages and cook for 2 to 3 minutes on each side. Add the chicken broth and stir the mixture until the roux and broth are combined and mixture thickens. Scrape the bottom and sides of the pot to loosen any brown particles. Bring to a boil. Add the beans and duck meat. Reduce the heat to medium-low and cook for 30 minutes.

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Rochester Yacht Club Women’s Association

2013 Women’s associations officers

President Dawn Shumway

1st Vice President Neilla Werner

2nd Vice President Donna DePeters

Secretary Peggy Gleason

Treasurer Linda Webb

Publicity Sheri Gilbert

Save the

Date!

Saturday, March 30thBreakfast with the Easter Bunny

If anyone deserves thanks its mr. White & Pilot John casciani for delivering Santa. A sincere thank you to mr & mrs. santa claus, we truly appreciate you and your time. Thank you dawn shumway for reading to the many children on this special morning. Breakfast with Santa at RYC, once again, was above and beyond everyones expectations!

ERICA T. SCHWENK FUNDCONTRIBUTIONS APPRECIATED

Scholarships are granted from the Erica T.Schwenk Fund for Female Sailors each June.This fund was established in 2004 in memoryof Erica to honor and support women in sailingevents.

Contributions to the fund are a great way tosupport the advancement of women sailors.Please keep this in mind also as a memorial gift.

Please make checks payable to “Erica T. SchwenkFund” and mail them to the RYC Business Office,5555 St. Paul Blvd., Rochester, NY 14617 Applications for these funds are available atthe RYC office

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From the Manager’s OfficeDear Members,

I hope everyone enjoyed the Holidays and is ready for the New Year!

As I write this article I can barely see out through the frosted glass on my office windows. We just had the first major snow fall of the season and outside the club looks like a “Winter Wonderland”. What great fun it is for the children to have this much snow during their school break. I am sure the Skiers will take advantage of the new fallen snow as well. Inside we are warm and comfortable. The fireplaces are on, the popcorn is made, and the members are at the bar enjoying our Holiday drink specials.

It was great to see so many members using the club during the Holidays and we look forward to seeing you again in January. Our annual shut- down this year will begin January 2nd and we will re-open Thursday, January 17 in time for the

January board meeting. Reciprocal dining privileges have been set up with some of the local clubs for your use during shut down. The list includes Oak Hill Country Club, Locust Hill Country Club, Monroe Golf Club, The Country Club of Rochester, and Genesee Valley Club. As always we are welcome to use Penfield Country Club any time during the year. Most clubs have dress codes and require reservations. You can find a list of Club names with their phone numbers and dress codes in the log and on-line.

During shut- down we traditionally do some major cleaning, general overhaul of equipment and work on any projects that require more than general maintenance. This year’s project is to replace the upstairs kitchen floor, which will begin on January 3rd. The project is due to be completed approximately by mid-February with our goal being fully up and running by Valentine’s Day.

This project will have some or minimal effects on our food service when we re-open after shut-down. Due to limited accessibility of the upstairs kitchen equipment and work space, we will offer our bar menu for lunch and dinner service during the week. Sunday breakfasts will resume mid-February when we return to full-service.

Chef George will create a special limited dinner menu that will be available on Friday nights and will include our traditional Fish Fry. Along with the bar, our “Pot of Gold” will not miss a beat! Come to the club on Friday nights, have a ticket open by 6:15 and wait for your name to be drawn. You could be our next Winner!

Our plan is to be fully functional by Valentine’s Day so make your reservations with us. Chef George is planning a Special Menu for you and your Valentine to enjoy. To make the night even easier for couples with children, we will have a baby-sitter in the kid’s room from 5:00 until 9:00. Dinner service will begin at 5:30 and go through 9:00 p.m. with music until 9:30 p.m.

Have you considered having your next event at the Club? We make party planning painless. You tell us what you want and we make it happen. Call 342-5511, Ext 21 and speak to Meghan to book your next event. Did you know that you can sponsor an event for a family member or friend? It is one of your privileges as a member to share this great venue with someone special for a onetime event. It is a great way to showcase your club!

See you at the Club,

Mary

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“Anchor at the Club”By Sarah Hannon“All of us every single year, we’re a different person. I don’t think

we’re the same person all our lives.”-Steven Spielberg

The Mayans predicted that great change would occur after December 21st, 2012 and with the joyful New Year here, let’s all be sure to make great changes in 2013. This month I will be traveling to the National Sailing Program Symposium to attend seminars and break-out sessions related to every area of program management. I anticipate learning quite a lot and furthering this growing desire to take the helm this summer myself (one of my many resolutions). As you think about your new resolutions & goals for the year, keep RYC in mind. Whether you decide to learn a new skill, improve your sailing abilities, or to spend more time here at the club, I will be there to help make your resolutions a reality.

The Adult Sail Instruction program will be entering a year with new offerings for boaters of all skill levels. Our goal this year is to allow more people to get out on boats and try something new. Our membership is sure to reap many benefits from our new courses. Our Keelboat program has expanded to include the following certifications from US Sailing: Basic keelboat, Coastal Navigation, Celestial Navigation, Basic Cruising, and Bareboat Cruising. Also new this year is a 2-hour discover sailing course to allow even the most hesitant of boaters a chance to try sailing. We are also in search of 2 more Keelboat certified instructors- if you would like to share your love for sailing, along with your skills, consider joining our team this summer. We will arrange for the Keelboat Instructor certification course for you. Course dates and times for the summer sailing season will be posted soon. If you would like additional information about any of these courses or would like more information on how to become an instructor, feel free to email me at Sarah@Rochesteryc.com or catch me at the club on Friday nights.

For those who prefer to stay on land, you can look forward to more member socials and activities this coming year. Consider joining us on January 11th for a not-so traditional Friday night with the club. We will enjoy a great dinner at Dinosaur BBQ & then watch the Rochester Amerks take the ice. This is sure to be a fun time so sign up and bring a friend or the whole family. There will be a member social in February or March- take the time to come down and introduce yourself to members new & old.

While you may not be able to anchor at the club until the 17th this month, I sure hope you keep in mind all that the New Year has to offer as soon as you can come back.

Have a happy and healthy 2013,

Sarah

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