July 2008

Swim/Sail Awards NightFriday, June 11th

Put-in-Bay Community Swim/Sail invites everyoneto their Annual Swim/Sail Awards Night at 7:30 p.m.on Friday, July 11th at PIBYC. At that time we will rec-ognize the accomplishments of over 80 swimmers andsailors ages 4 to 18. PIBYC perpetual junior sailing tro-phies will also be presented.

Over the winter, we were able to purchase two addi-tional 420s, new sails and a multi-boat opti/laser trail-er with generous donations from the Put-in-Bay RecCommittee and Ernie Owen of the Sandusky Eagles.Because of their support and the support of PIBYC andits members, we continue to introduce more and moreisland children to the lifelong sport of sailing and tosailboat racing. Thank you.

Celebrate your freedomon Saturday, July 5th. PIBYC and MBIYC arejoining forces this year for the biggest andbest Freedom Party ever! This year, the fea-tures include live music, a Pig Roast by JoeDaPore and his Master Roasters, kid’s activities andcornhole tournament. Dinner will feature appetizers,roasted pig, hot dogs, burgers, mashed potato bar, saladbar and more of Woody’s scrumptious sides. Gamesand kid’s activities will begin at 3 p.m. Dinner will startat 5 p.m. and live music begins at 7 p.m. All this funand festivities for a price you won’t believe – $10 adultsand $5 children, 12 and under.

Our Club will host a piano recital by ShuaiWang, Piano Assistant Professor at theCleveland Institute of Music.

She was born in China where she won theSecond Prize at the National Youth Piano competitionat age 10. She has studied at the Cleveland Institute ofMusic and recently completed her first doctoral musicdegree at the Institute.

The evening’s program will include works by Bach,Hayden, Schumann, Debussy and Chopin. It will be awonderful evening.

Cocktails (cash bar) and hors d’oeuvres will be servedat 5:30 p.m. The concert will begin at 6:00 p.m. fol-lowed by a delicious meal prepared by Chef Woody.The menu includes chicken oscar, asparagus, salad,confetti rice and cheesecake.

The price per person is $25 for dinner and concert or$15 for concert and hors d’oeuvres only. The event isopen to the public and tickets for the concert can bepurchased at the door. Reservations are a must for thedinner! Contact Club Manager Rudy Cooks for ticketsand reservations at 419-285-4505.

Classical Music Concert and Fine Dining FundraiserSaturday, July 14

What would you do if you lived on an island

where the water supply was broken but cases

of champagne were plentiful? We know what

we'd do: "Champagne Party in the Lobby!" If

you don’t know what we’re talking bout,

then obviously you need to listen to more

Jimmy Buffett (with us on Saturday 7/19).

Doors will open at 7 p.m. with a nominal

cover charge to defray food costs. Bring your

unquenchable thirst and put on the loudest

Caribbean/Parrot-style shirt you have. There

will be plenty of culinary offerings, so

don't forget to bring your appetite, too.

We'll make the best of the imaginary water

shortage with mimosas, champagne punch and

much more.

PIBYC’s 2008

PARROT HEAD PARTYwill be held on

Saturday, July 19 at 1900

The theme this year is

Champagne Si, Agua No

Old Club Cruise-Out ★ July 9, 10, 11, 2008P/C Sam Gregory has 6 boat reservations as of June 18th. The

event may be cancelled if attendance does not increase. Contact Samimmediately at 260-672-3267 or VC John Spencer at 941-468-2081.

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Ad-ViceI am very pleased to report that the new refrigera-

tor/freezer is up and running. It is sheltered by a metalroof built from leftover storage steel and insulated toreduce the noise factor. It’s nice to see the smile onWoody’s face with the club’s new addition!

The first cruise-out of the season was a great success!Since, I was one of the attendees, I can testify that itwas a truly great weekend. Four boats stopped inHuron on Thursday night and eight were docked atVermilion Yacht Club for Friday and Saturday nights.We ate some delicious dinners at the Huron andVermilion Boat Clubs and Chez Francoís. At both portssome members came by car to join in the activities. Weplayed games in the evening, viewed the VermilionFish Festival boat parade, had a group lunch withgrilled burgers and dogs, took dinghy rides and a nar-rated river boat tour, consumed ice cream sundaes andthe weekend was topped off by a Fathers’ Day pancakebreakfast prepared by VYC. There’s no better way to getbetter acquainted with club members than a cruise-out!

If you’re interested in the Old Club Cruise-out, pleasecontact me (941-468-2081) or P/C Sam Gregory.

August Cruise-outs are the School House Bay/MiddleBass Island Picnic and Pelee Island/Lemington. If you’dlike to attend either event, please sign-up in the club orcall, Club Manager Rudy at 419-285-4505.

You’ll want to save the date, August 23, for ourRambunctious Reverse Raffle. Details will beannounced in next month’s Jib Sheet. If you have itemsto donate for raffle prizes, please let me know. We wel-come any and all donations!!

Thank goodness I have had a lot of help with variousactivities this year. Please check the “Take a Bow” col-umn in this Jib Sheet for specifics.

That’s all folks. Hope to see you at the club!

John SpencerVice Commodore

Rear View ForwardWell, I seem to have made it through the events that

have been scheduled up to now. As a matter of fact, Ihave even heard rumors that I am even being consid-ered to spend the next four years as Rear Commodore!However, I could not have made it and felt good aboutwhat has been accomplished without the help, ideas,suggestions and experience of those who have chosento help me along the way.

Most importantly I would like to thank my wife,Vivien, who has planted, cleaned, served, given adviceand been by my side throughout my first 6 months.You learn real quick that members of PIBYC are thekey to success and I would like to thank P/C Bob &Judie Bahney, P/C Richard & Sharon Meyer, MarilynPaselsky, P/C Bob Bahney III, Commodore Jennifer &John Kahler, Rose Kahler, P/C George & BarbaraSmith, P/C Clark Davies, VC John & Sharon Spencer,Kristin Wygant, Jim & Linda Dettmer, Kay Drake, Pati& P/C Raymond Arth, Connie French, Roger Ingle,Steve & Polly Nagy, Dean & Terrie Cormier, P/C Sam& Connie Gregory, Ed Skoch, Rudy Cooks, P/C Kris &P/C Reni Miller, Ed & Sandy Sterling, Ted & TheresaGood, Fred Schnoor, Gil Terry, the staff of PIBYC and,of course, Woody!

I know we have a “Take a Bow” section, but this ismy personal thanks. I am sure I forgot someone but Itruly would like to thank those who have helpedalong the way. I look forward to your continued sup-port over the next few years.

Roger J. DennerllRear Commodore

Commodore’s BriefingThe season is well-underway and we are gearing up

for the busiest month of the year. We kick off Julywith a joint Freedom Party with Middle Bass IslandYacht Club. Read about the details of the event onpage 1. As many of you know, MBIYC is temporarilywithout docks and facilities while work is being com-pleted in the marina by the State of Ohio. So this yearwe have combined forces to celebrate our 4th of Julyholiday for the biggest Freedom Party ever! Comeenjoy this special event, meet new friends and shareour PIBYC hospitality on Saturday, July 5th.

PIBYC’s own Jack Attkisson is currently theCommodore of the I-LYA, making this year’s Regattaextra special. Be sure to check the I-LYA website or thePIBYC bulletin board for a schedule of events duringthe Regattas.

Back by popular demand, PIBYC will again be host-ing the Classical Music Fundraiser on July 12 and theParrot Head Party on July 19. I hope you all can makeit to some of these fun events this month. See you atthe club!

Jennifer KahlerCommodore

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PIBYC Board MeetingSaturday, July 19, 2008

0900 at the Club

PIBYC’s Bayview Lounge & GrillAuxiliaryThank you to Pati Arth for hosting the first luncheon

of the season on June 17th. We had a great time andthe food was delicious.

Please join us for our luncheons held on Tuesdays. Wehave a fun time and it is a good way to socialize withother members. Guests are always welcome.

July 1 Hosted by Ginny Trethewey. Will it surpasslast year’s Ohio State theme?

July 8 Hosted by Susan Fegen. Guest chef TerryGalvin from Rattlesnake Island.

July 15 “On the Town” The Upper Deck at theBoardwalk. Price TBA.

July 22 Hosted by Reni Miller; Moosemilk/Silver Sails.

July 29 Hosted by Connie and Vivien. We make agreat team, so come and enjoy.

Aug. 5 I-LYA Ladies Tea. Location TBA.

Aug. 12 Sally Duffy will be hosting the season finaleon the grounds of the home of Joan Ziegler.

There will be sign-up sheets at the luncheons askingfor volunteers to assist at breakfast or lunch duringJunior Bay Week. Please consider doing this, as it is agreat way to get involved and support our junior sailors.

Connie FrenchAuxiliary President

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Hours of OperationWednesday: 4pm-11pm

Pub menu served until 9pmHappy Hour: 4pm–6pm

Thursday: 4pm-11pmPub menu & Family Dining served 6–9pmHappy Hour: 4pm-6pm

Friday: 4pm-midnightFood served until 9pmHappy Hour: 4pm–6pm

Closed Sunday, Monday, Tuesday(except during special events)

Club Manager NotesThanks to everyone for supporting your club and

coming down for our new Happy Hour during theweek. Attendance has also been fairly good for mostweekend events and many of you have been takingadvantage of our new midweek offerings, too.

For those of you in the business world, you are verymuch aware of how difficult and expensive it can be tooperate longer hours and bigger staffs. It can only besuccessful if customers come. If they don’t, it can be aformula for disaster!

Members have chimed in wanting low prices, a vari-ety of food and longer hours. Together with several vol-unteers, we have made this happen. Now, it’s up toyou, the members of PIBYC, to help it succeed. If youare on the island during the week or perhaps at yourother home and planning an outing during the week,please think of your club first. We have it open for youto enjoy... and there is lots to enjoy: a beautiful patio,great inexpensive drinks, tasty inexpensive food, a fullservice staff ready and eager to serve you. And last butnot least, beautiful summer weather. Bring yourfriends... they should enjoy it, too.

Rudy CooksClub Manager

July Special Dinner MenuThurs., July 3 – Family Night Special under $10Fri., July 4 – Barbeque Chicken; grilled outsideSat., July 5 – Pig Roast; 5pm (see page 1Thurs., July 10 – Family Night Special under $10 Fri. July 11 – Swiss Steak; 6pm-9pmSat., July 12 – Fine Dining; chicken oscar (see page 1)Thurs., July 17 – Family Night Special under $10 Fri., July 18 – Prime Rib; 6pm-9pmSat., July 19 – Parrot Head Party (see page 1)Thurs., July 24 – Family Night Special Under $10Fri., July 25 – Roast Turkey Dinner; 6pm-9pmSat., July 26 – Seafood Feast; 6pm-9pm

From the Membership DeskThe transition of the Membership Secretary’s job has

been a little bumpy but the road ahead looks smoother.I’e experienced a significant learning curve workingwith an unfamiliar database and software program.

There have been some gaps in getting membershipcards to members and receiving completed renewalforms. If you have not receive your 2008 membershipcard and have paid your dues, please contact me.

Thanks to P/C Bob Bahney III for all the assistance hehas rendered in getting me started with the duties ofthe office. Also, thanks to Rick Sission for his assistanceduring the transition. We wish him well in his newadventure in Florida.

Feel free to contact me at membership@pibyc.orgor 330-722-0119 if you have a membership concern.

Jim DettmerMembership Secretary

The Put-in-Bay Yacht ClubP. O. Box 51Put-in-Bay, Ohio 43456-0051

419/285-4505, www.pibyc.org

FIRST CLASS MAIL

Save the Date

Saturday, August 23, 2008

PIBYC’s Rambunctio

us Reverse Raffle

PIBYC BOARDOF TRUSTEESP/C Bob Bahney Jr.Dean CormierP/P Kay DrakeDave FlickingerConnie FrenchRoger IngleStephen R. NagyHon. George C. Smith

PIBYC 2008 OFFICERSCommodore* – Jennifer Kahler

Vice Commodore* – John SpencerRear Commodore* – Roger Dennerll

Power Fleet Captain – Dean M. CormierSail Fleet Captain – Ed Skoch

Fleet Chaplain – P/C Sam GregoryFleet Surgeon – Gabriela Kaplan, M.D.

Membership Secretary – James DettmerRecording Secretary – Kristin WygantTreasurer – Maxton (Clark) C. Davies

Historian - Muriel B. EianAuxiliary President* – Connie French

Auxiliary Vice President – Vivien DennerllAuxiliary Secretary/Treasurer – Viv Ladd

JULY1 Auxiliary Luncheon, 12004 New Citizens’ Ceremony, Perry Monument4 Lounge Open/Friday Night Dinner, 1800 (fireworks)5 Freedom Party; (combined event with MBIYC)8 Auxiliary Luncheon, 12008-11 Possible Old Club Cruise-Out10 Family Night Dinner11 Lounge Open/Friday Night Dinner, 180011 Swim/Sail Awards, 193012 Carson Cup Regatta12 Fine Dining (RSVP) and Classical Music Fundraiser, 173013-17 I-LYA Junior Sail Regatta (volunteers needed)15 Auxiliary Luncheon (on the town), 120017 I-LYA Jr. Sail Awards After-Party, PIBYC17 Family Night Dinner18 Backus Cup Regatta18 Lounge Open/Friday Night Dinner, 180019 PIBYC Board Meeting, 090019 Parrot Head Party, “Champagne Si, Agua No” theme, 190022 Auxiliary Luncheon, 120024 Family Night Dinner25 Lounge Open/Friday Night Dinner, 180029 Auxiliary Luncheon, 120030-2 I-LYA Power Boat Regatta

AUGUST1 I-LYA Ladies Tea1 I-LYA Fish Fry (reservations open to PIBYC members)1-3 I-LYA Deepwater Races2 School House Bay Picnic, Middle Bass Island, 1200-16003-7 I-LYA Sail Regatta5 I-LYA Ladies Tea5 I-LYA Sailors’ Steak Fry (RSVP open to PIBYC members)8 Lounge Open/Friday Night Dinner, 18009 PIBYC Board Meeting, 090012 Auxiliary Luncheon, 120014 Pelee Cruise-Out (overnight Thursday)15 Lounge Open/Friday Night Dinner, 180015-17 Leamington Cruise-Out (Tomato Festival)16 Fine Dining (reservations required)22 Lounge Open/Friday Night Dinner, 180023 Rambunctious Reverse Raffle, 173029 Lounge Open/Friday Night Dinner, 180030 Clambake (reservations required), 173031 PIBYC Annual Meeting, 150031 Member Appreciation Cookout, 1700

SEPTEMBER1 PIBYC Board Meeting, 09005 Lounge Open/Friday Night Dinner, 18006 Historic Memorial Service, Perry Monument12 Lounge Open/Friday Night Dinner, 180012-14 Toledo Yacht Club/Maumee River Cruise-Out13 Theme Dinner, TBD19 Lounge Open/Friday Night Dinner, 180025 Sandusky YC Cruise-Out (Thursday overnight)26-28 Cedar Point Halloweekend Cruise-Out26 Lounge Open/Friday Night Dinner, 1800

OCTOBER3 Buffet Dinner, 18003 2009 Planning Meeting, 19004 PIBYC Board Meeting, 09004 Change of Watch, 1800 Cocktails, 1900 Dinner5 Eye Closer Brunch (Finkbeiners), 1000-1300

DECEMBER5-7 I-LYA Winter Meeting, Westlake Holiday Inn (Crocker Rd.)

2008 Club Calendarsee pibyc.org for updates

• V.C. John Spencer built a ventilated box cover for thenew Cooler/Freezer compressors so the neighborswon't have to listen to the noise, plus he has alsobuilt an insulated roof over the freezer/cooler.

• Roger Ingle repaired and reattached the siding alongthe back wall of the club.

• Dean Cormier repaired the hoist. P/C Bill Jellison,P/C Clark Davies, Club Manager Rudy Cooks, VCJohn Spencer and P/C Bob Bahney Jr. repaired andrebuilt the flag pole. This included straightening itand replacing all the guys, sheaves and halyards. Itwas about a 3 day job.

• Special thanks to Rich Petro, who came in from fish-ing to do the overhead welding on a 90 degree day.

• VC John Spencer and his crew marked out boat park-ing areas and numbered them in the boat storageparking area.

• Dean Cormier for arranged our Huron/VermilionCruise-out

• Chef Cormier grilled our burgers/dogs in the hot, hotsun!

• Dave Butz purchased and transported the food anddrink for the cook-out in Vermilion.

• Thanks to the Jet Express for providing transporta-tion for the cast of our Murder Mystery Night.

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED!!!PIBYC has been a volunteer-based club since its

inception. Some of our old-time members can stillremember the days when there were no employees, nobar, no food service, no dock, and the club sat darkmost of the time. PIBYC has evolved into a full-serviceyacht club, but your volunteer help is still desperatelyneeded. We are fortunate to have numerous membervolunteers who donate hours, talents and services toour club. Thanks to the generosity of our volunteers,we have been able to keep our costs down and offermore events and services.

In order to continue our growth as a club and keepprices low, we need the help of every member. Pleasesign-up for an event committee, help at a Friday nightdinner, or consider supporting the club as a boardmember. Volunteering is a great way to support yourclub, meet new friends and become an active member.If you are able to help out for an event, just contact theclub and let Club Manager Rudy Cooks know whenyou are available. Any and all help is greatly appreci-ated. Volunteers are one of our greatest assets. Pleaseremember to show our volunteers how much they areappreciated by continued patience and kindness.

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