P.O. Box 127, Port Clinton, OH 419.734.2424 www.portclintonyachtclub.com Founded in 1906

October 2010

FALL INTO IT THE HUMP IS BACK Summer is now over and the fall season is upon us. The baseball playoffs are beginning with the World Series later this month, the football season is well underway, and hockey and basketball is right around the corner. With the end of summer, the pool is now officially closed for the 2010 season. The Board appreciates everyone who worked to keep the pool operational throughout the summer season. The pool committee, which consisted of Cory and Renee Stine, Eric and Diane Zeitzheim, and Martha and Duane Snyder, once again did a wonderful job. The committee is considering new ideas for the 2011 season as well as accepting comments from the membership. Thank you also to the lifeguards and pool staff, and to Eric the Caretaker, for keeping the pool in compliance with the Health Department rules and regulations. It was not unusual for Eric to be at the pool in the early morning hours making sure that it was ready for that days use. A problem that the committee encounters every year is the early school start, which results with the pool being open on weekends only. If a member is a licensed lifeguard and wishes to offer his/her services, please contact a committee member so that they can plan accordingly for the 2011 season. Please inform Eric as you begin the process of removing your boat(s) from the marina. Do not forget to remove your personal items and make sure your dock box is secured. Also, report any repairs/improvements that may be needed prior to next season to Eric or Dockage Chairperson Phil Bolte. One of the projects to be completed this month is the installation of the ten (10) docksiders/pedastals around the north end of the marina. Once again, several members have offered to assist Eric. Another marina project that is slated to be completed this fall is the dredg-ing of the entrance. The “hump” has reappeared and the Board would like to complete the work before the winter weather sets in. Thanks to PC Young for his assistance on this project. A project that is being considered for next year is improvements to the parking lot. Items under consideration include the replacement of storm and sanitary sewer lines, road base improvement, repavement and/or sealing. The Fall Work Party is scheduled for the 24th of October. We begin around 8:00 A.M. and finish by noon. A free lunch follows. Please mark it on your calendars and come enjoy the fun! Also this month, the Snow Flurries Regatta is scheduled October 2nd and 3rd, which completes the 2010 racing season. Additional events scheduled this month are the Clambake on the 16th, the Halloween Bar Party on the 29th, and the Children’s Halloween Party on the 30th. So come on down and enjoy the fun, but please drive carefully.

Todd Bickley

SAIL FLEET NEWS

50th Green Island Regatta . . . We had a blustery Green Islands race. Gale force winds on Saturday dramatically cut down our turnout for the race. The winds blew themselves out by racetime on Sunday and we had a great regatta. Congratulations to Jeb III, Park McRitchie and crew for taking home the 50th anniversary 1st Overall Karl Schwentzfier Trophy

Special thanks go to the following . . . I could fill up the entire Jib Sheet with all the names that make this great Green Island event possible. It involves the entire Yacht Club! Thank you Tee-Shirt and 50th Anniversary Logo Team, Chicken Dinner Committee, Rib Guys and Gals, Green Island Support Team – Scoring Committee, Committee Boats, Mark Boat, Flag, Trophy Chair, Bar Tenders, Care Taker and all the members that make this event so special. I will go into greater detail in honoring those during our PCYC Recognition dinner in January.

Super special thanks to the following . . . Kathy Clark who was relent-less on the phone war dialing all the entrants. She was helpful in persuading the brave to participate and calling those that could not make it due to high winds, waves or water levels and inviting them back next year.

Bill and Rhonda Taylor Jr. along with crew VC Geoff Bailey and Jack Clawson Spent hours on their 36’ Egg Harbor banging around 6’ waves and gale winds finishing the Saturday Feeder races. Crazy!

Green Island Results September 5, 2010Green Island 1st Overall Karl Schwentzfier Trophy: Jeb III – Park McRichieGreen Island Phrf A1st – Jeb III – Park McRitchie Green Island Phrf C1st – Wooden Shoes – Dr. Pet Vanden Berg3rd - Escape – John SchaffnerGreen Island – Jam B 3rd – Trident – Tim LarceyGreen Island Trophy (Top PCYC Boats)1st – Jeb, Park McRitchie2nd – Dr. Pet Vanden Berg3rd – Escape – John Schaffner

FCoSRamon Eickert

POKER RUN

September out and October in, well that was a quick month to say the least. Summer may be over, but there is much boating to be done. As we all know, the water level is down, so be careful not damage those props. I knocked on wood as soon as I typed those keys.

I’d like to thank Dave and Cindy Obergefell for acting as “Fleet Captain” for the Sandusky Cruise out. Although rain, much needed at the time, put a damper on things Saturday evening, a good time was had by all. Our small boat/inflatable poker run on August 5th was a huge success. Many thanks go to several people for this outstanding day, as over 95 people joined in on the fun. Our first stop of the day was to the home of Dave and Cindy Bringman. Kudos to all the ladies for all the fix’ns and to Chef Todd Bickley. After Lagoon Saloon, we enjoyed the hospitality of Don and Becky Clemons across the river at Lakeland Motel. Dealer Mike Nitz and recorder Jack Nitz made sure that Royal Flushes were not the norm. The winners of the best hand go to Dave and Kathy Mehl who held onto 3 Kings. The Power Fleet did raise $200 ($70 of which was graciously given by the Mehl’s family or half the pot) to be donated to Ruth Anne’s House here in Port Clinton. What a day. We are all looking forward to next year’s version.

With September gone, so are all of our annual Cruise outs. Enjoy the rest of the boating season and boat with caution.

“I like to do my principal research in bars, where people are more likely to tell the truth or, at least, lie less convincingly than they do in briefings and books.”

P.J. O’Rourke, 1947- Holiday in Hell (1988)

FCoPGregg Hedden

Even though summer has ended, we still have many functions upcom-ing at PCYC. OSU Saturday football is a weekly event. Many bring along snacks to share and there is always a crowd. This is also true of Sunday NFL games, depending on the teams playing. We have the Di-rect TV NFL package so we get all the games. Be sure and join in with your friends.

The final cruise out is planned for September 24, 25, & 26. Greg and Cyndi promise to send the season out with a “blow out” weekend. Sign up at the bar prior to the 17th. The dock pedestal installation will begin in early October. We will notify everyone of the dates that the power and water will be off in the affected areas around the marina.

Work continues along the west jetty with our annual brush killer application. The Corp of Engineers allows us to work off the lease payment with maintenance of the leased property. Lots of savings are realized for the club since we had maintained the property for years any-way. Eric and Nick have the beach looking great and firewood is there for those fall beach fires. Bring along a hot dog and enjoy.

Don’t forget the October 7 membership meeting. The slate of officers will be announced for the 2011 year that evening. Election will follow at the November annual meeting. VC Geoff is preparing a list of improve-ments and a budget for the year as well. It sounds like there will be a lot happening and your input is always welcome. Do we have room for larger tractor in that budget?

Lots of fun is left, get across the bridge and join in.

CommodoreMike Towning

Port Clinton Yacht ClubP.O. Box 127Port Clinton, OH 43452

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OktoberfestSaturday, November 6th 2010

7:00pm to 11:00pm

Loewenbrau or Canadian on tap * Bring your own mug *Contests for Best Beer Stein * Yodeling *Beer Drinking and more * Prizes * Fun *

Dancing * Bratwurst * Sauerkraut *German Potato Salad * Salads *

Sandwiches * Soft Pretzels * Dessert *

Featuring Music by“Encore”

Oompha BandOnly $11.00 Only $11.00 per person