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Punta Gorda Boat Club
Bosun’s Call A Monthly Newsletter for PGBC Members
Website: http://www.pgboatclub.org November 2013
A Message from
Commodore
Phyllis Adamaitis
This month is a very important month for the club since we will be holding elections at the November Business Meeting. Your immediate P/C Bob Bridge and the nominating committee of Jan Hokenson, Ron McGuire, Dale Pfalzgraf and Leo Weisgerber, put together a strong slate of nominees for the 2014 Board of Directors. I thank them for their work. You may not know, but according to Robert's Rules of Order, the purpose of having a nominating committee is to select and present the strongest single candidate for each of the board positions. The persons nominated by the nominating committee for the 2014 Board are as follows: Commodore - Vince Adamaitis Vice Commodore - Ron Ludvig Rear Commodore - Joe Giulivo Fleet Captain of Power - Ron Bick Fleet Captain of Sail - John Byrne Secretary - Carol Hyatt Treasurer - Nicki Harris Master of Arms - Mike Albright
Base Captain - Ed Chaffman Social Director-Sue Anne Fambrough Director 1 - Chris Gwynn Director 2 - Mike Vogel Directors 3 and 4 will continue in the second year of their term and yours truly will serve as immediate P/C, rounding out your potential BOD for 2014. All persons who made their interest known were considered. I hope many members will come out for election night at the November business meeting. Now to this months boating...By now you have all experienced our first blast of fall weather when our boat trips are at the mercy of the fickle fronts that start to assault us this time of year. Our Sarasota trip was a bit of a mish mash as each boater decided what amount of wind and weather they were willing to endure as we experienced one of our early fronts dropping down from the north. We also started to experience some of those winter tides when the moon is full and makes the high tides high and the lows even lower. We should be on the way to Venice right now, but the rain is a bit of a deterrent. Let's hope the weather clears for the rest of this months activities.
As the season progresses please be sure you put safety first as you head out on the water. We don't have the thunder and lightening to deal with, but we do need to be aware of the sudden fronts that can swoop down from the north, kick up the harbor and make boating a challenge.
We have a number of boating, social, and kayak events coming up through the holidays to keep you busy and having a lot of fun with your friends. Read through the rest of the Bosun's Call for all the details. Sign up soon as some events have limited space due to the nature of the event. Last, whether you will travel to be with family and friends, or stay here and celebrate our many blessings, Vince and I wish a very Happy Thanksgiving to our PGBC family and all of your loved ones too! See you at the club and on the water!
Phyllis
Election of Officers & Directors November 11th
According to the Bylaws of the Club the annual election of officers and directors shall be at the November business meeting. In addition to the slate listed on page 3 which was prepared by the Nominating Committee, nominations, with the consent of the nominee, may be made from the floor.
The newly elected officers and directors shall assume office on January 1st. The installation of officers and directors shall be at the Change of Watch scheduled for January 11th.
See page 11 for details.
Roster Reminder It is that time of year again when the Club is beginning to pre-pare the Roster for the upcoming year. Please take a few minutes to review the information in the current roster to en-sure that it is up to date. If you bought or sold a boat, you need to tell the club about it. Have a new address or phone number, we need to know. Since so much of the Club’s com-munication is by email, please be sure that we have your cor-rect email address so you will get our messages. You may update your information on our website. Simply go on line and under the Member’s Only tab click on Update Your Member Information. If you prefer you may send your changes by mail to: PGBC Roster Manager, P. O. Box 511055, Punta Gorda, FL 33951-1055 The deadline for updates is December 1, 2013.
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CANDIDATES FOR MEMBERSHIP
The following have submitted applications for membership and will be voted on for acceptance at the Nov. 4th Board Meeting:
Paul and Sharon Cleveland sponsored by John and Carol Byrne
Craig and Betty Ann Deidrick sponsored by Ted Sliwinski and Sherry Lindee
Jerry Ruda sponsored by Ron and Linda Bick
OUR NEWEST MEMBERS
Two new people joined the Club effective October. If you see them around the Club please introduce yourselves and make them feel welcome.
Ed and Peg met over 2 years ago at a Singles Walk and Dine Social.
Ed is a retired Ford Automotive Engineer. In addition to cars being a big part of his life, Ed has enjoyed water activities for many years. He has lived on the water for almost 40 years in various locations in Michigan and Florida with his late wife Pat. Boating has been and continues to be an integral part of his life. He has recently been introduced to kayaking by Peg.
Peg, who is originally from upstate New York, is a retired Innkeeper/Restaurateur. Peg, along with her late husband Gerhard, built and oper-ated a hotel/restaurant in Killington, Vermont for 23 years. They sold the property in 2007 and moved to Florida. Peg has owned and enjoyed both powerboats and sailboats over the years.
Both Ed and Peg are excited about becoming members of the Punta Gorda Boat Club.
Ed Bergmann and Peg Brady
Sponsors: Geoff and Ruby Ryan Boat: 30' Bayliner “Dreamcatcher”
18'8" Bayliner no name Ed: 9454 Wacker Terrace Port Charlotte, FL 33981
Home phone: 941-698-4773 Cell phone: 734-323-0359 [email protected]
Peg: 208 Colony Point Drive Punta Gorda, FL 33950
Cell: 941-763-0443 [email protected]
Cora Sue Barnett hails from New Jersey, originally, and grew up in Miami, Florida. She has always loved the sea and the beach, going back as far as when her mother, who also loved the beach, would take her as a young child to the nearby New Jersey Shore for the day and keep her baby food warm by keeping the jars in the sand. Cora has lived in Florida, Michigan, New York, Alabama, Tennessee, Mexico and Chile.
She moved to Charlotte County in 1994 and opened Crossway Counsel-ing & Learning Center, where as a Licensed Mental Health Counselor she provides counseling services to individuals and married couples.
Cora and Past Commodore Bill Barnett first met in August of 2012, and thus began their love story which culminated in their marriage on March 7, 2013.
Cora looks forward to getting to know everyone through the many boating activities at the PGBC as she and Bill move forward in their wonderful new life together in this most beautiful place.
Cora Barnett
Sponsor: Bill Barnett 490 Via Esplanade
Punta Gorda, FL 33950 Home phone: 941-505-7090 Cell phone: 941-815-7312
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NOMINATIONS FOR THE 2014
PUNTA GORDA BOAT CLUB BOARD OF DIRECTORS
In October the Nominating Committee nominated the following
members to serve on the Punta Gorda Boat Club’s Board of Directors for the year 2014: * These positions are fulfilling a two year term ** Automatically a member of the 2014 Board
The above candidates, along with any nominations from the floor, will be voted on
at the November 11th Business Meeting.
COMMODORE VICE COMMODORE REAR COMODORE FLEET CAPTAIN of POWER FLEET CAPTAIN of SAIL SECRETARY TREASURER MASTER of ARMS BASE CAPTAIN SOCIAL DIRECTOR DIRECTOR 1 DIRECTOR 2 DIRECTOR 3* DIRECTOR 4* PAST COMMODORE**
VINCE ADAMAITIS RON LUDVIG JOE GIULIVO RON BICK JOHN BYRNE CAROL HYATT NICKI HARRIS MIKE ALBRIGHT ED CHAFFMAN SUE ANN FAMBROUGH CHRIS GWYNN MIKE VOGEL BRUCE METZ JULES BERNSTEIN PHYLLIS ADAMAITIS
Cruise Highlights
Legacy Harbour
Overnight Cruise: October 1 - 4
Four power boats made their way to the Legacy Harbour Marina in Fort Myers with smooth seas and beautiful weather. They were C-Jem (Chaffman), Fancy Free III (Martin) Happy People (McGuire), and Irish Wake (Bick).
With the exception of one evening, the weather couldn’t have been better for the three night stay at one of the nicest and most conveniently located marinas in our area.
Although three scheduled boats did not make the trip due to mechanical or other reasons, two crews (Adamaitises and Bridges) came to the marina via land yacht for socializing and heavy hors d’oeuvres on Tuesday evening. The same two crews with an additional couple (Hokensons) returned the next evening for an enjoyable dinner at Joe’s Crab Shack. On the third evening plans to walk into Fort Myers for dinner at the French Connection restaurant (highly recommended by the McGuires) were dashed due to heavy rains in the area. Due to the poor weather, the Chaffmans, Bicks, Matins, and McGuires decided for another good meal at Joe’s Crab Shack instead.
Daytimes were spent in the marina pool, playing Mah Jongg, or simply relaxing on the boats or under the chickee hut. Several people enjoyed the Farmer’s Market conveniently located under the 41 bridge within a block of the marina. Some crews took advantage of the free pump outs at their slip.
On Friday morning, after coffee and pastries, the four boat crews headed home under slightly overcast skies. All in all this was an excellent cruise with great participants.
Cruise leaders Ed and Beth look forward to another cruise to Legacy Harbour Marina in 2014.
Sunshine
Get Well cards were sent to:
Fred Anthony
Mickey Bumpass
Paula Hickey
Bob Hubbard
If you know of anyone who needs a little sunshine, you should contact Vince Adamaitis at 941-637-1714.
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Upcoming Cruises
Overnight Cruise: November 14 - 17
Cruise Leader: John Gildersleeve
Skippers’ Meeting: Thursday Nov 7 at 1600 hrs,
PGBC Clubhouse
Reservations: Sign-up on the PGBC website or
contact John & Jan Gildersleeve at 941-916-9086
Autumn Extravaganza, possibly the best cruising event of the year, is just around the corner. So mark your calendars and get ready to have a ton of fun.
This event is for everyone. You can come when you are able and stay as long as you are able. You can come with your boat for the entire cruise, the weekend, a day or just an after-noon if that fits you schedule better. You may even come by one of two ferry services if you prefer. The important thing is that you came and enjoy the fun.
The theme for this year's Extravaganza will be "Thanksgiving Extravaganza 2013". It is being held later than usual to give the snowbirds time to return and participate in all the festivities … November 14-17. As in the past it will be held in Pelican Bay and Cayo Costa State Park, a jewel of the Gulf coast, lying west of North Ft. Myers.
The main event of the weekend will be the picnic at noon on Saturday, November 16th featuring sliced turkey with all the usual trimmings.
Preceding the picnic will be games on or around Punta Blanca Island. The theme for the games is "Have yourself a Dinghy Little Thanksgiving" and will include dinghy races, a dinghy pull, a dinghy poker run, and a game of dinghy VHF bingo. Boardwalk will be replaced by the Turkey Trot and the potato canon event will be a Turkey Shoot. The winning kite target for the turkey shoot will be decorated like a turkey.
There are no roads that take you to Cayo Costa. You must get there by boat, kayak, raft, on a King Fisher cruise, Tropic Star ferry service or long distance swim. No matter how you plan on getting there all members are encouraged to come out and join in the fun on Saturday, November 16th.
Don't miss this event or you will feel like a turkey.
Day boat Cruise: November 16
Skippers’ Meeting: Thursday Nov 7 at 1600 hrs,
PGBC Clubhouse
Reservations: Sign-up on the PGBC website or
contact John & Jan Gildersleeve at 941-916-9086
The day boat cruise should have an ETA at Cayo Costa of 0930. Once there the cruisers will join in on the weekend’s activities and the noon picnic before returning home in the late afternoon.
Autumn Extravaganza
Cayo Costa
Lat: 26°40' 19" N Long: 82° 14' 49" W
King Fisher Fleet
The King Fisher fleet has a full day cruise on Charlotte Harbor with a 3 hour stopover at Cayo Costa every Saturday. This makes it possible for members without boats to participate in the main event and picnic from 11:00 am to 2:00 pm. The cost is $27.95 plus the $2 park fee. The boat leaves the dock at Fisherman’s Village at 9:00 am and returns at 4:30 pm. For more information and reservations contact King Fisher Fleet at kingfisherfleet.com or 941-639-0969.
Tropic Star Ferry
Tropic Star ferry service makes several trips daily to the Park with camper service. The ferry departs Jug Creek Marina in Bokeelia and requires reservations. For ferry information and reservations contact Tropic Star Cruises at www.tropicstarcruises.com/cayo.cfm or 239-283-0015.
Jug Creek Marina 16498 Tortuga Street Bokeelia, FL 33922
This Boat Club tradition is the one cruising
event you do not want to miss!
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Fleet Captain of Power & Day Cruises: Ron Norvelle 941-743-2472 [email protected] Fleet Captain of Sail: John Byrne 941-621-2567 [email protected]
Cape Haze Cruise
Overnight Cruise: December 12, 13, and 14
Cruise Leader: Looking for a replacement
Skippers’ Meeting: Monday December 2nd at
1600 hrs, PGBC Clubhouse
Reservations: Sign-up on the PGBC website or
call John Byrne at 941-621-2567
In December, plan on joining other club members when they head north to Cape Haze and set their anchor across from the town of Cape Haze near Don Pedro State Park.
Once anchored it is a short dinghy ride to the docks at Don Pedro and then an even shorter walk to the one mile of pristine and isolated beach. Swimming, sunbathing (temperature permitting), beachcombing for shells and sharks teeth, and watching the sunset will be on the agenda. Bring beach chairs, umbrella, your conch horn and plan on sitting back, relaxing and enjoying time with fellow club members.
Access is by boat only. There is a park fee of $2.00 per day. Other options of how you might enjoy your time while there will be discussed at the Skippers’ meeting on Mon-day December 2nd.
Mickey and Lynne Bumpass have put together the details for this trip but will be unable to be lead the trip due to unexpected health issues. Therefore a skipper is needed to pick up where they left off and lead the trip. If interested please contact John Byrne, your Fleet Captain of sail, at 941-621-2567.
Lat: 26° 51.181' North
Long: 82° 18.197' West
POKER RUN
Day/Lunch Cruise: December 11
Cruise Leader: Ron Bick
Skippers’ Meeting: Thursday Dec 5 at 1600 hrs,
PGBC Clubhouse
Reservations: Sign-up on the PGBC website or
contact Ron Bick at 941-697-2163
Find the crab pot style markers with the Club burgee flying on top.
The poker run planned for December 11th will start from Peace River Marker “2” at 0830 hours for sailboats, trawlers, etc. and at 0900 hours for faster powerboats. The same course will be run by both groups.
To start the run, participants will pick up envelopes from the committee boat at Peace River Marker “2”. The course will start differently by boat, so following another boat will not get you to where you want to be. Each envelope will contain three things: First, a compass course to follow to the first and then each subsequent mark; Second, a harbor chart which shows all mark locations; Third, the GPS coordinates for each mark. Consider the second and third envelopes your “lifelines”. If the skipper can follow the compass course to arrive at each mark do not open the other envelopes. Each skipper will pick up one tag from each mark they find. If you are picking the last tag on a mark please recover the mark and bring it to the Fisherman’s Village to be returned to the organizers. You may want to bring an old towel with you to place the markers on when picked-up.
There are 7 markers; therefore you will get 7 cards if you find them all. In addition, return your harbor chart envelope UN-OPENED and receive another card; return the envelope with your GPS Coordinates UNOPENED and receive yet another card.
The run will last two hours. Participants are expected up-stairs at the Captain’s Table Restaurant by 1130 hours. There skippers will find two decks of playing cards face down on a table. The skippers will then exchange the tags they have collected and UNOPENED envelopes for a correspond-ing number of cards. The skippers should then make his/her best poker hand from their cards. The best hands gets first choice of prizes, second best hand the second choice, etc. until all prizes are exhausted.
Lunch will follow at the Captain’s Table at each participant’s expense.
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Deb & Ed Higgins, Kayak Leaders
941-764-6441 (Home)
941-276-7361 (Cell)
Kayak Highlights
Fisheating Creek, Palmdale
October 15
On October 15th, 37 kayakers made their way to Palmdale to paddle on Fisheating Creek. There was the largest number of renters ever on a club paddle and when the outfitter ran out of kayaks, some of our members had to rent canoes! Kudos to Marilyn and Joe Harpster and their guests for being the brave souls canoeing!
This is one of the prettiest paddles in Florida and it didn't disap-point! Consisting of a black water cypress swamp, the creek meanders for miles and miles with lots of bird life and its fair share of gators. The scenery is outstanding, making this location a "must do" for your kayaking bucket list!
Overall, it was a beautiful kayaking day!
Sunset Paddle
October 19 Friday afternoon Ed and Deb Higgins sent an email saying “Let’s Meet Up” for a sunset paddle on the Peace River Saturday. Twenty paddlers took them up on their offer and met them at the Liverpool Road boat ramp for a 6 pm launch.
They headed out to the bird rookery to see the birds (actually just one bird) come home for the evening then paddled past the historic Island 33 while the sun was starting to set.
After securing the kayaks for their trip home all shared snacks at the pavilion before heading home.
It was a beautiful paddle and a perfect ending for what was an-other beautiful day in paradise.
Upcoming Kayaking
Little Manatee River Redo
18001 U.S. 301, Wimauma, FL
Wednesday, November 6
As all of the attendees at the Tarpon Springs overnight know, we got flooded out of the first scheduled paddle at Little Mana-tee River. The rain had caused flood conditions on the river and the outfitter had to close for two weeks until the river returned to normal levels. The river has settled down and arrangements have been made with Canoe Outpost to go back up and paddle the river on Wednesday November 6th. Plan to be in the river by 10 AM. The trip takes about 3 hours including a lunch stop. The first shuttle pick up time is 1:15.
This is a great day trip. It's an hour and 10 minutes north and a very tranquil, shuttled paddle downriver. The outpost will honor the previously negotiated group rate for the shuttle of $10.00 for non-renters and if you rent, the shuttle price is included. The rental rates are just $26.00 for a single and $34.00 for a tan-dem.
At normal water levels this is a very easy paddle and novices will be very comfortable on this paddle.
An email will be going out with detailed information and direc-tions to the Canoe Outpost. Sign up on the club website so we can give the outfitter an accurate headcount!
Full Moon Paddle
Sunday, November 17
Set aside the evening of November 17th for the club's first "Full Moon Paddle". Plan on launching from the Placida boat ramp prior to sunset, paddling out to Dog Island (a small uninhabited island, just off the Placida swing bridge) where we will watch the sunset, light a campfire, share some appetizers and "moonshine", do a little "moon dance" and paddle back to the boat ramp after dark.
A detailed email with everything you need to know about moonlight paddling will be sent out early in November. In the meantime, sign up online on the club website.
Venice Myakka River Park
Tuesday, November 19
On Tuesday November 19th, the club paddle will take place at Venice Myakka River Park located in Nokomis. This is a sec-tion of the Myakka River located south of the state park. It's a lovely paddle and not as "gator infested" as the upper sections of the river.
This is a "first time" location for a club paddle, although Ed and Deb Higgins have paddled there several times. Unfortunately there are no rentals at this location. The outfitter normally used for rentals has sold the business and currently there isn’t any-one that will service the park.
Sign up online or contact the Higgins so they won't leave the launch without you!
An email will be sent out closer to the paddle date with more details and driving directions.
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Social Highlights
Boa Making October 10
On October 10th Patti Linn taught eighteen ladies how to knit a colorful frilly boa scarf. All materials were provided and after picking out their yarn and one easy lesson from Patti all were well on their way to knitting a beautiful boa.
At noon the ladies stopped for a lunch break and Patti gave a demonstration of different ways to tie a scarf to accessorize an outfit. They were then treated to homemade brownies and pumpkin bars compliments of Patti.
Thanks Patti for a most interesting class.
Blessing of the Fleet October 12, 11:00 am
2013/2014 Boating Season Officially Begins
The Blessing of the Fleet event was held on October 12th, with ten vessels and 90 members and guests participating. The weather was wonderfully cool and clear for the outdoor activi-ties.
After a half hour social that included traditional Bloody Marys, mimosas, and punch, the members convened at the flagpole. The start of the 2013/2014 boating season was declared open by Commodore Phyllis Adamaitis as part of the flag raising ceremony, after which members sang the first verses of the Star Spangled Banner and America the Beautiful.
The audience then proceeded with the bagpiper to the harbor side of the Club to remember the six friends that were lost in the past year. Chaplain Marie Ludvig said a prayer, flowers were laid in the harbor to honor them and the piper played Amazing Grace. The chaplain then invoked God's blessing on the fleet and the members for the year ahead.
A lunch of sandwiches, fruit, pasta salad, chips and cookies was served by committee. After lunch the members who came by boat returned to their vessels for the naval tradition of pass-in-review.
Once again, Dennis & Jeanne Lunsford acted as shuttle and commodore’s barge aboard their pontoon boat, “TAJ”.
Other members arriving by boat were: Bill & Cora Barnett aboard their Tollycraft “Shell Seeker” Tom & Barbara Connors aboard their Bayliner “Mega-Daze” Joe & Sheila Cox aboard their sloop “Avion” Bob & Paula Hickey aboard their Sea Ray “Downsized” John & Jan Gildersleeve aboard their sloop “Trimmer” Larry & Pat Graber aboard their trawler “Twilight Time” Larry and Patti Linn aboard their sail boat “Magic Time III” Ron & Sharon McGuire aboard their trawler “Happy People” Jerry Ruda aboard his sailboat “Beach Baby”
At the October Business Meeting the Hickeys received a prize for the best decorated boat of the day.
Thanks to all who participated and especially those who came by sea.
Social Director: Sue Anne Fambrough
770-714-9475 [email protected]
Upcoming Social Events
Commodore’s Ball November 9, 6:00 pm
Come have a “ball’ at the Commodore’s Ball honoring
Commodore Phyllis Adamaitis
The festivities will begin at 6 PM with BYOB cocktails and hand passed appetizers by the committee. The dinner will be catered by the October Caterers with music by “Reconnections”.
Menu Specialty Salad with Rolls and Butter
Herb Crusted Prime Rib and roasted red potatoes or
Chicken Florentine and wild rice or
Pecan Crusted Tilapia and wild rice Seasonal Vegetable Casserole Wine will be served with dinner Caramel Deep Dish Apple Pie
Coffee to be served with dessert
The committee members are: Marie and Ron Ludvig, chairs along with Sue Anne and Frank Fambrough, Nicki Harris, Jeanne and Dennis Lunsford, Sharon and Bob Rodgers, Jennifer and Dave Trombley and Leo and Bruce Weisgerber.
To make a reservation, sign up online or contact Nicki Harris at 941-575-1199. Select your entre and choice of red or white wine when you make your reservation.
The cut off for reservations is November 1, 2013.
The price per person is $34.00 payable to PGBC.
You can send your checks to Nicki Harris at
3942 La Costa Island Drive Punta Gorda, Fl. 33950.
Note: This event has a suggested dress attire which may be
found on page 15 of your roster.
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Ladies Day Event November 14, 10 am to 2 pm
Card Making & Rubber Stamping
If you like to send snail mail to make someone's day special, this is the class for you.
In this class you will learn the basics of card making and rubber stamping and go home with three completed cards, including envelopes. Techniques covered will include heat embossing, dry embossing, die cutting, as well as simple inking & stamping. You will use both traditional wood mounted rubber stamps and newer, clear photopolymer stamps.
If you like you may bring a bag lunch to enjoy during a short break.
Class size is limited to 12. Although the class is currently filled there is a wait list. If there is enough interest Carol is willing to hold another session at a future date. If interested call Carol Byrne at 941-621-2567.
All materials are included for a charge of $3.00. Make checks payable to PGBC and mail to: Carol Byrne, 2520 Rio Grande Dr., Punta Gorda, FL 33950.
Tea at 3 Sisters November 18, 11:00 am
3 Sisters is a tea room located in downtown Venice that offers a “tealightful” afternoon tea. There are several options of tea platters consisting of assorted tea sandwiches, freshly baked scones which are served with the traditional lemon curd, jam and Devonshire cream and dainty pastries. Of course they have many different varieties of tea to choose from.
Arrangements have been made for up to 30 ladies to be able to take part in this event on Monday, November 18th.
Plan on meeting at the Boat Club no later than 11:00 am for car pooling to Venice.
Unfortunately this is another event that filled up quickly. If interested in going call Nicki Harris at 941-575-1199 to get your name on the wait list.
Decorating Party December 5th, 9:00 AM
Please set aside this date and come to the club to help deco-rate the club for the holiday season. Any and all volunteers are needed and will be welcomed. Join fellow club members at 9:00 am to get in the spirit by making the Club look it's fes-tive best. Refreshments will be served!
Ladies Day Cookie Exchange and Brunch
December 19th, 11:00 AM
Ladies, mark your calendars. The Club will be hosting a Christmas Brunch and Cookie Exchange on December 19th. Although the menu is not yet ready to be announced it will be lovingly prepared by many of the same people who put on the tea in August.
While the committee is plating the food Marie Ludvig will give a presentation of the history of the Christmas tree and wreath.
Along with brunch will be a cookie exchange. You are asked to bring in three dozen (36) homemade cookies, bars, or candy that will be arranged on a table. After brunch all who contributed cookies will be able to select an equal number of cookies to take home. You will end up with a beautiful tray of different Christmas cookies you can serve to your family and friends.
If you are lucky you might even go home with one of the door prizes.
If interested you may sign up online or by calling Nicki Harris at 941-575-1199.
The cost is $10 per person. Checks made out to the Punta Gorda Boat Club my be sent to Nicki Harris at:
3942 La Costa Island Court, Punta Gorda, FL 33950.
Games Day November 21, 1 to 4 PM
Bring the game of your choice, a drink and a snack, if you like, and a partner or two to play with. Then sit back and enjoy the afternoon with friends.
Please sign up online.
Mah Jongg
Monday Evenings 6:00 to 9:00 PM
November 4 and 18
December 9 and 23
Every Wednesday Afternoon 1:00 to 4:00 PM
Call Gloria Walker 941-639-4764 to sign up.
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Help Celebrate the Holidays with the Clubs first “on the water” Christmas Party.
What could be more exciting than fifty Captains and fifty First Mates all on the same boat!
This December 7th plan on attending the clubs first ever “on the water” Christmas Party. Arrangements have been made with the King Fisher Fleet to combine the Sunset and Christmas Light Canal cruises for the price of one. Setting sail from Fisherman’s Village at 5:30 for a 1½ hour tour aboard the Good Times Too a course will be set for the perfect spot to witness one of Florida’s glorious sunsets over beautiful Charlotte Harbor.
Sit back, relax and partake in yet another perfect evening on Charlotte Harbor. While you enjoy the ride viewing the sunset, you can also enjoy a prepared light dinner fare and your favorite spirits (BYOB). But wait, there's more! The ship's Captain will then set course for the Isles for you to view the Christmas lights, displays and decorations on homes, boats, seawalls and docks along the banks of canals. All adventures must come to an end. But, oh the stories to be told by so many Captains and First Mates as you head back to port.
Food will consist of: Cold Chicken Medallions with Mustard Sauce
Cold Poached Salmon with Dill Caper Sauce
Slivered Flank Steak with Pimento on Crusty Baguette
Pasta Salads
Christmas Cookies
Note: For this event the Club will be not provide any beverages, but ice will be provided.
The cost for this party cruise and light dinner fare is just $17 per person.
Pat and Rich Jacoby are chairing this event. Their able crew is Linda and Joe Giulivo, and Shirley and Howie Spielman.
Unfortunately this event sold out early. To be put on a wait
list call Pat and Rich Jacoby at 941-979-8108.
Important information for the day of event: Boat departs at 5:30 PM. Don’t be late!
Boarding starts at 5:15 PM.
Plan accordingly for parking at Fisherman's Village as week-
ends can be very busy. There is an additional parking area that shuttles people by golf cart. However there is no set pick up times. It is suggested that you consider car pooling as an alternative. You can use PGBC parking area to park for car pooling.
An accurate headcount must be provided to the King Fisher
Fleet boat Captain. It is imperative that you call Rich Jacoby's cell 941-258-2698 if you have a last minute emer-gency and can't make it.
Don't forget - no beverages of any kind will be supplied by
PGBC for this activity, only ice.
Christmas Party Cruise Aboard Good Times Too
December 7th, 5:30 - 7:00 PM Boarding starts at 5:15
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Change of Watch
January 11th, 6:00 PM The Change of Watch ceremony marks the official installa-tion of the Officers of the Club for the new year. Come and welcome your new Commodore, Vince Adamaitis and his wife, Phyllis and all the 2014 Board Members on this very special occasion. The evening will begin at 1800 with BYOB cocktails and committee hosted hand passed hors d'oeuvres. Dinner, catered by the October Caterers will be served at 1900.
Reservations may be made online or by calling Nicki Harris at 941-575-1199. Select your entrée and your choice of red or white wine when you make your reservation. The cutoff date is December 28th. The cost for this gala affair is $30 per person. Please send your check (payable to PGBC) to the Nicki Harris at
3942 La Costa Island Court Punta Gorda, FL 33950
Please refer to the PGBC Roster for the suggested attire. Diane and Bob Bridge are chairing the event. Their commit-tee members are: Marilyn & Joe Harpster, Nicki Harris, Jan & Frank Hokenson, Ruby Howse, Patti & Larry Linn and Karen & Dale Pfalzgraf. *At the time of publication the dessert had yet to be final-ized. Full details will be in the December Bosun’s Call.
The Menu
Salad with Rolls and Butter A choice of
Chicken Marsala sautéed in butter and Marsala wine with mushrooms
Atlantic Whitefish with Shrimp Stuffing in a sherry lobster cream sauce
Herb Crusted Sirloin with Merlot sauce Seasonal Vegetable
Wine will be served with dinner Dessert*
Coffee to be served with dessert.
PGBC Bosun ’ s Call November 2013
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Join your fellow boaters and friends for good fellowship at the clubhouse on the 4th Friday of every month (except when announced otherwise).
BYOB and bring an appetizer to share
The appetizer should be ready to be placed on the table.
Please bring serving pieces if they are needed.
Hours are 5:00 to 7:00 pm
Friday, November 22nd
Hosts: Pam and Jim Fricke Deb and Ken Sulla
Friday, December 27th
Hosts: Jan and Frank Walker Cindy Peyton and Will McCaslin Remember to reach out to our guests and new members as well as to your friends.
Attitude Adjustment
Date Reservations Committee
Food Assignments by Last Name
Nov 11
Reservations may be made online or call
Marilyn Danielson at
941-575-7654
Sheila & Joe
Cox, Chairs
Carol & John Byrne
Marilyn
Danielson
Jan & John
Gildersleeve
Ron Howell
Patricia & Ron Leri
Cindy Peyton & Will McCaslin
Bill & Carolyn Potterton
A-C Meat
D-G Dessert
H-L Meat
M-R Veggie
S-Z Salad
Dec 9
Reservations may be made online or call
Nicki Harris at 941-575-1199
Joyce & Wayne
Baker, Chairs
Nicki Harris
Patti & Larry Linn
Candy & Jerry Nering
Carole & Al Rogers
Leo Weisgerber
A-C Veggie
D-G Meat
H-L Dessert
M-R Salad
S-Z Meat
REMINDERS:
1. Prospective members will be given the same priority as members for reservations.
2. Guests will be given the same priority as members during the last week of reservations (please use discretion during the winter months).
3. Social hour begins at 1730 with dinner following at 1830. BYOB.
4. Bring enough food to serve 10-12. If you've invited guests, please bring a second dish. Ask the reservationist what is needed.
5. Cover casseroles with foil instead of lids so they fit in the warming ovens.
6. Put your name or some other form of ID on your dish.
7. Please bring a non-perishable food item to be donated to a local food pantry.
Business Meetings (2nd Monday of Each Month @ 1730)
Line Dancing
Wednesday Mornings 10:00 to 11:30 AM October 2 to November 20
Back by popular demand!
Line dance classes have started again and will continue through November 20th. Classes will run from 10:00 to 11:30 am.
Anyone is welcome to give it a try. Jan teaches a modified line dance technique and most dances are only one wall (meaning you face in one direction and make no turns).
All students should bring a beverage for hydration. They are also asked to wear shoes that will stay on their feet while dancing (no flip flops please).
If you have any questions or would like further information please contact Jan Norvelle at 941-743-2472 or email her at [email protected].
Beginners are welcome!
PGBC Bosun ’ s Call November 2013
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Next Blood Drive December 10, 2013
9 am to Noon
Donations for Local Food Bank
One of the community activities that the Club members decided to participate in several years ago was to contribute food items to those in need. Unfortunately it somehow fell by the wayside. The Board is committed to bringing it back to life.
Whenever you enter the Club and especially at the Business Meetings you are asked to bring in a unexpired canned good or a non perishable food item. There will be a basket by the check in window for you to drop in your contribution. Someone in the club will see that it gets delivered to a food bank.
Boat and House Decorating Workshop
November 23, 9:00 am - Noon
To Be held at the: PGI Civic Association 2001 Shreve Street
Punta Gorda, FL 33950
Topics Covered Include:
Straightforward Simple Construction Of Elaborate Displays
Successful Use Of Carolers, Musical Instruments And Per-
formers (Crew)
Effective Themed Boat Decorations
Best Use Of Color
How To Provide Music & Sound
Methods Of Powering Your Boat’s Lighting Display
Hands on live demonstration - how to easily create spec-
tacular displays
Information on the Lighted Boat Parade and the Boat and House Decorating Workshop can be found on the web site:
www.puntagordaboatparade.com.
Ship’s Store The holiday season is fast approaching and the Ship’s Store has many great items for sale at great prices.
The merchandise is of great quality and every piece has the club’s logo embroidered on it.
The store will be open at Business Meetings and at Attitude Adjustment. Stop by and have a look.
We accept checks or cash and tax is included.
Wear the Logo and Support Your Club !
Broadway Palm Dinner Theatre Saturday March 1, 2014
Les Miserables Set against the backdrop of 19th century France, this is a musical phenomenon that tells the story of broken dreams and unrequited love, passion, sacrifice and redemption - a timeless testament to the survival of the human spirit. The 2012 motion picture of the same name won the Golden Globe for the Best Motion Picture.
Once again Ruth has been able to secure the premier front row section seating for 60 persons. The group price is $59.00* per person which includes your choice of either full service plated dinners or buffet including tax and gratuity (alcoholic drinks are extra). Get your reservations in early for the best seats. Your reservations are final on February 1, 2014. Food service starts at 5:30 with the show at 7:30. Plan on gathering at the Boat Club for car pooling by 4:00 when you will get your table assignments as well as directions to the theatre. You should be on the road by 4:30.
Please call Ruth Van Jones at 941-639-6955 or send an email to [email protected] after October 10 to make a reservation. Please specify if you would like to be seated with anyone. Make your check payable to the PGBC and mail to Ruth at 2131 El Cerito Ct., Punta Gorda, FL 33950. February 1 is the cut off
date for reservations.
*Includes $5.00 surcharge for Les Miserables production costs.
PGBC Bosun ’ s Call November 2013
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Cruises
Date(s) Destination Type Cruise Leader Skippers Meeting
Nov 14-17 Autumn Extravaganza Overnight John Gildersleeve at 941-916-9086 [email protected]
11/7 at 1600 hrs
Nov 16 Autumn Extravaganza Day/Lunch John Gildersleeve at 941-916-9086 [email protected]
11/7 at 1600 hrs
Dec 11 Poker Run Day/Lunch Ron Bick at 941-697-2163 [email protected]
12/5 at 1600 hrs
Dec 12-14 Cape Haze Overnight Mickey Bumpass at 941-764-1827 [email protected]
12/2 at 1600 hrs
Calendar of Punta Gorda Boat Club Events November and December 2013
To make reservations online, go to www.pgboatclub.org
Social, Business & Other
Date Event Start Time Reservations Notes
Nov 9 Commodore’s Ball 6:00 pm Make your reservation online or call Nicki Harris at 941-575-1199
Nov 11 Business Meeting 5:30 pm Make your reservations online or call Marilyn Danielson at 941-575-7654
Nov 14 Ladies - Card Making & Rubber
Stamping
10:00 am Make your reservation online or call Carol Byrne at 941-621-2567
Nov 18 Tea at 3 Sisters 11:00 am Make your reservation online or call Nicki Harris at 941-575-1199
Nov 21 Games Day 1:00 pm Make your reservations online.
Nov 22 Attitude Adjustment 5:00 pm N/A
Dec 5 Decorate the Club for Christmas 9:00 am Make your reservation online.
Dec 7 Christmas Party Cruise 5:30 pm Make your reservations online or call Rich Jacoby at 941-979-8108.
Boarding starts at 5:15
Dec 9 Business Meeting 5:30 pm Make your reservation online or call
Dec 19 Ladies - Cookie Exchange and
Brunch
11:00 am Make your reservation online or call Nicki Harris at 941-575-1199
Dec 27 Attitude Adjustment 5:00 pm N/A
Dec 30 Take Down Christmas Decoration 9:00 am Make your reservation online.
Kayak Paddles (Contact Ed & Deb Higgins for more details)
Date(s) Destination Rentals Available?
Nov 6 Little Manatee River, Wimauma, FL Yes
Nov 17 Full Moon Paddle No
Nov 19 Venice Myakka River Park Yes
Dec 11 Shell Creek, Punta Gorda Yes
PGBC Bosun ’ s Call November 2013
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SUN MON TUE WED THU FRI SAT
1 2
3
4 Board Meeting 9:00 am
Mah Jongg
6:00 pm
5
6 Little Manatee River Paddle Line Dancing
10:00 am Mah Jongg
1:00 pm
7
8
9 Commodore’s
Ball 6:00 pm
10
11 Business Meeting 5:30 pm
12
13 Line Dancing
10:00 am
Mah Jongg 1:00 pm
14 Ladies Day
Card Making
10:00 am
15
16 Day Boat
Cruise Autumn
Extravaganza
17
Full Moon Paddle
18 Tea at
3 Sisters 11:00 am
Mah Jongg
19 Venice Myakka
River Paddle
10 am launch
20 Line Dancing
10:00 am
Mah Jongg 1:00 pm
21
22
Attitude Adjustment
5:00 pm
23
24
25
26
27
Mah Jongg 1:00 pm
28 29
30
Autumn Extravaganza
Autumn Ex
Games Day 1:00 to 4:00
Skippers’ Meeting for
Autumn Extravaganza
4:00 pm
November 2013
