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| Spinsheet - July 19, 2024
From Wednesday's Midsummer Women's Luncheon at Eastward Ho! to pleas for Volunteers, the StoneHorse Opti regatta, pre-ordering CYC Regatta Gear and the 2024 Regatta Dinner announcement - it's been another busy week at CYC! Don't forget TONIGHT's SAILING SCHOOL PICNIC at 5:30! Please bring your own food and beverages and we encourage you to bring salads, chips, and other items as well if you so desire. Condiments, plates, napkins, and plastic utensils will be provided as will the always popular SMORES! CYC PARKING RULES ARE IN PLACE THIS EVENING. Eastward Ho! is hosting their signature Member/Guest participants dinner this evening. Please be mindful of our arrangement with Eastward Ho! for access to CYC.
Commodore's Dinner Information MIDSUMMER LUNCHEON Thank you to Amber Caggiano, Jennifer Gilmartin and Courtney Bishop for pulling together a delightful and elegant luncheon at Eastward Ho! From the floral centerpieces, printed place cards, ice breaker game and surprise giveaway, the luncheon was a huge success! Further thanks to Tracy & Dan Dart for serving as our official hosts of the event. We can't wait until next year's line up! Scroll below for event photos. CYC BEACH DAY DSNAC take place this week 24th-27th on Pleasant Bay. CYC is co-hosting with PBCB, Orleans YC and Stage Harbor YC. Come to the clubhouse to catch views from the deck or take your boat and watch from the water. CYC schedules remain unchanged with our normal parking rules in place. For more details, please see the web page under "Events". Have a great week! Tracy Dart, Commodore |
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If you have not had a chance to register or read the announcement. Details are now LIVE for the annual CYC REGATTA WEEKEND. The NOR and Registration links are live and RSVP's for the Commodore's Dinner Gala are requested by July 22nd.  
SAILING SCHOOL PICNIC TONIGHT - 5:30! Sailing School parents please check your email containing the details. Need a childcare or a sitter during the summer? Ask to see the list of available instructors located in the club office.
Championship Fleet (60 boats) 5 Sam Bartlett 11 Millie DiRocco 12 Eli Gertsberg 24 Lucas Proia 25 Maret Downs 33 Emery Benson 39 Lillian Stoddard Blue Fleet 11 Millie DiRocco 24 Lucas Proia 33 Emery Benson 37 Warren Richmond 39 Lillian Stoddard Red Fleet
5 Sam Bartlett 12 Eli Gertsberg 25 Maret Downs Green Fleet (34 boats) 28 Aiden Stoddard 32 AJ DiRocco Way to go! Please reach out to me or your child’s instructor if you have any questions. Let’s go sailing! Schuyler Top |
According to the tide chart, high tide will be at 3:15pm on Monday 7/22 which makes it the perfect day to do our annual sail to Hog Island! For those of you new to the program we like to sail up into Little Pleasant Bay and then through the "river" in the marsh behind Hog Island that is navigable at high tide. There is a nice beach that we land on and have our refreshments there. There is always a spirited discussion about whether we go through the river eastward or westward. We will decide that day based on the wind direction.
To make sure that we don't leave anyone behind, please take a moment to fill out this form to let us know if you can come and if you can make it by 1:30. If you can't make it until 2pm, we can ferry you out to a boat enroute. See you Monday Gwen Questions? Please contact GwenShipley (gwenshipley33@gmail.com). Top |
ADULT SAILING - HOG ISLAND!
Getting your boat to CYC:
No boats or sailboards may be carried over the hill to be launched at CYC.
Launching may take place at Jack Knife Harbor, the Town Landing on Crow's Pond, Ryder's Cove or in Round Cove. Please pay attention to any permitting needs for launching any boat.
Transportation of 420s and Optis over the hill for the purpose of attending regattas during the summer may occur ONLY before sunrise and after sunset per our lease with Eastward Ho! (If you have purchased an Opti for your sailor and are depositing or removing your Opti for the season, these same Eastward Ho! requirements apply.
Thank you in advance for your cooperation!
VOLUNTEER CORNER CYC ONLY FUNCTIONS WITH YOUR HELPING HANDS! CYC maintains it's ability to provide an accessible membership and sailing program through it's spirit of volunteerism. Volunteers are the fabric of our community and allow us to offer social programming (and is a great way to meet other members!). We need your help. In order to keep children safe, the costs affordable as well as maintain the community culture of Chatham Yacht Club, CYC relies on ALL members to volunteer in order to get everything done. This also a great way to get to know old and new CYC members. Thank you to everyone who has signed up or volunteered their time so far in all capacities! Just a reminder for those with children in sailing school, please sign up for one or more parent on duty, one or more race snack and one or more regatta item per sailing school student. The volunteer scheduling program called Volunteer Scheduler Pro allows for volunteers to easily sign up, find substitutes and receive reminders! Begin by enrolling to volunteer HERE Make sure to select all Jobs you qualify for (ie, parent on duty, race patrol, regatta, etc or you may not see all the appropriate sign up slots) A quick tutorial on Volunteer Scheduler Pro is available HERE The mobile app is available on the app store. Questions can be directed to Alicia Downs at awdd@downsfive.com 917-623-3819 or Sarah Lipson sarahmlipson@gmail.com 646-283-4209. 
We are in need of parent volunteers for a few SAILING SCHOOL spots: WHERE WE NEED YOUR HELP (IT COMES WITH A WATERVIEW!) We need registrants for "Parent on Duty" and race day refreshments. Parent on Duty: Whistle while you work! It's a great way to see what happens at the clubhouse and see your child sail. There are simple tasks that help us to stay organized and tidy. Most importantly, it is a safety feature. A parent at the clubhouse can provide support to the instructors while they are on the water and be available when a child is in need. Race Day Refreshments: Race Day volunteer needs include refreshments: Bringing and serving snacks after races. Sailors and racers alike look forward to refreshments when they come off the water after racing and are disappointed when there are non available. Please see the Volunteer page to get started. If you have any volunteer questions, please contact fellow parents : Alicia Downs at awdd@downsfive.com 917-623-3819 or Sarah Lipson sarahmlipson@gmail.com 646-283-4209. Please reach out to me or your child’s instructor if you have any questions. Let’s go sailing! Schuyler |
We are in need of members to volunteer for the opportunities below:
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Event and Volunteer Contacts:
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Amber Caggiano
Jennifer Gilmartin |
Alicia Downs
Sarah Lipson |
Andy Caggiano
Mike Szymanski |
Schuyler Bartlett |
Many thanks for your support and assistance!
CYC SEASON CLUB DATES SAVE THESE DATES! July 19th: Sailing School Picnic (5:30 PM) July 21st: CYC Beach Day July 23: Ladies Beach Happy Hour (tentative) July 29th : CYC Evening Sail & Raft-Up (tentative) (6:00 PM) August (DATE TBD): CYC Sailing School Karaoke Night (5:30 PM) August 2nd : CYC Regatta Dinner & Gala August 3th & 4th : CYC Regatta August 11th : CYC Beach Day August 16th : Last Hurrah Cocktails ( 5:30 PM) August 17th Closing Meeting & Awards (3:00 PM) August 18th: Clubhouse Closing The CYC Social Committee is ecstatic about the 2024 season & all the wonderful, fun-filled events for our families. We rely on volunteers to make all these events happen, so please consider helping out! You can sign up for most of these events on the CYC website, but please contact us with any questions! Looking forward to seeing everyone and having another amazing summer with our CYC family!! Jennifer Gilmartin (Jennifer.gilmartin09@gmail.com) & Amber Caggiano (ambercagg@gmail.com) |
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The parking lot configuration allows for multi-directional Fox Hill Road access from three points as illustrated in the diagram below. It is essential that all CYC traffic use the third entrance on Fox Hill road to minimize the access traffic and pedestrian hazards in the other parts of the parking area.
The added parking has improved parking but we, EHCC and CYC, need to continue to optimize on the available parking with the following actions;
Sailing School morning classes
CYC instructors will be available to help students to and from the CYC club house so parents can enjoy the convenience of “drop and go” noted by the yellow cross-hash area. Before 11:30 am, parking may be available on a 
first-come, first-serve basis in the designated area, highlighted in green box, for parents to bring their children to classes, meet the instructors and fellow parents. Please be aware this area is not exclusive to CYC but shared with EHCC. If there is a shortage of parking spaces in the designated area, please park on the shoulder of Fox Hill Rd. “Pickup and go” will also be available for your convenience at the conclusion of morning classes at the Pick-up spot shown in the diagram. This is a safer and shaded location where our students can be ready for pick-up.
Mid-day
Parking begins to get busy around 11:30 when Eastward Ho! Lunch service begins. After 11:30, We ask that CYC members park on the Fox Hill road shoulder during lunch if the north lot is busy.
Afternoon classes and races
Due to the limited amount of parking spaces, Parents are encouraged to enjoy the convenience of “drop and go” where appropriate for the children. Parents who would like to see your kids in action during the afternoon races can check for available parking spots in the designated (green) area after 2 PM. If there is a shortage of parking spaces at any time, please park on the shoulder of Fox Hill Rd.
Eastward Ho! will have parking lot attendants available to assist with traffic flow and direct CYC members to the designated (green) area. Please don’t hesitate to speak with them if you have any questions or need assistance.
As always, safety is paramount as we balance convenience and consideration for a shared parking resource with our friends at Eastward Ho!
Thank you for your cooperation as we begin a new exciting season at CYC!
Courtesy and Safety on the Golf Course
An average golf ball leaves the tee traveling 115 mph or more, and our path to CYC takes us right in front of the first tee. Adults and children need to take care as they cross in front. Eastward Ho! has provided a fence to protect us. CYC members should stop at the edge of the fence, look and assess the situation. Always wait while golfers are teeing off, but if the golfers are waiting, they may signal it is safe to cross. Be aware as you approach the ninth green as well, since it is just beyond our path.
Eastward Ho! and CYC have a great working relationship, but it depends on CYC members being courteous to and respectful of the golfers. Please wear shirts and shoes when crossing the hill, and do not use your cell phone. It is best to be quiet when golfers are on the 9th green. You may stop and wait, or move quietly by, but try not to distract those focusing on their putts.
GET YOUR GEAR ON!
2024 CYC REGATTA GEAR
The CYC clubhouse honor shop, featuring CYC accessories, is open during sailing school hours! We're excited to bring back CYC favorites, including the CYC line of Smathers & Branson accessories, in addition to new items: acrylic CYC car burgees, ramblers, sports bags, new water bottles, lunch totes, and more. As always, you can visit our online CYC shops yearound to shop for custom CYC apparel at Eliza B and Team One Newport.
For the full collection of CYC apparel—including classic polos, tech tees, tech polos, sweatshirts, fleeces, quarter zips, hats, visors, sandals as well as outdoor Patagonia and Helly Hansen apparel—be sure to visit the online CYC club stores (open year-round) at Team One Newport and Eliza B Leather Man. The direct links to these CYC club stores are available on the CYC website’s gear page.
For any questions, feel free to reach CYC parent and gear volunteer Liz Kintz at edonnankintz@gmail.com. Top
The NOR for the 2024 CYC Regatta and NOR for the 2024 DSNAC are now posted and available with more details to follow.
Day Sailer Fleet 34 Chatham YC, Fleet 15 Orleans YC, Fleet 18 Stage Harbor YC, and Pleasant Bay Community Boating will be hosting the Day Sailer North American Championships July 22-27 on Pleasant Bay on Cape Cod in Massachusetts. This will be the 4th DSNACs hosted on this beautiful body of water – we previously hosted very successful regattas in 1979, 1985, and 2015. Boats will be weighed and measured at Monomoy Middle School, launched at Ryder’s Cove and towed to CYC on Monday, July 22 and Tuesday, July 23. The Junior Championship will be sailed on Wednesday, July 24 (for this event Junior means the skipper and is defined as 26 and under). The actual Championship regatta will be sailed July 25 - July 27 (finishing at lunch on the 27th). This event is being planned to have a minimal impact on CYC’s daily schedule. Most of the CYC volunteers helping to run the event will be families who own Day Sailers. We would welcome anyone else who would like to help with breakfast or lunch or weighing and measuring, or towing, or patrolling, or ferrying sailors to and from their boats, etc. Please contact Ted Dickson if you would like to help on or off the water. |
Calling all Beetle Cat sailors! Mark your calendars for Saturday and Sunday, August 10 & 11, 2024, as our neighbor Wianno Yacht Club (Osterville, MA) is hosting the annual Leo J. Telesmanick Championship this summer. This is a great way to connect with other Beetle Cat sailors in the New England region. Launching is easy (right at the club), moorings are available (also at the club) and trailer storage is a stone's throw away. Saturday evening NEBCBA (New England Beetle Cat Boat Association) will hold its annual meeting, followed by a clambake dinner. For further questions, please contact Cathy Taylor @ CathyE43@gmail.com. I look forward to seeing you all on “our” Bay! Cathy Taylor
Trophy Engraving & Return We are asking trophy holders to return them to the Clubhouse early this season so they can be displayed for everyone to see! Reminder - If you won one of the CYC Awards or Season Series trophies last year, you are responsible for getting your name engraved onto the trophy. Try CCI Engraving at 474 Station Ave, South Yarmouth - take old Exit 8 and go South - it will be in a shopping area on the left (across the parking lot from Marathon Sports). Their phone number is 508-398-4433. There is a one-time set-up charge of $25 for each trophy, but once it is in his system the same trophy can be engraved each year without that additional charge. Thank you! |
CYC is hosting the Day Sailer North American Championships in July!
TROPHIESCYC has a tradition of the CYC has a tradition of powerboat patrol which keep our sailors (children and adult) safe while racing, and we thank those who volunteer year after year.
If your child or children race in the CYC races on a regular or semi-regular basis, we need you to please volunteer a few times this summer to serve as the driver of or a passenger on a patrol boat. It doesn’t matter if you have a boat or not, as we have the CYC powerboats for use, and it doesn’t matter if you’re comfortable on a boat or not, as we can teach you. In addition to helping to keep our kids safe, serving on a patrol boat is a great way to see your kids sail up-close.
Following is the racing schedule so you can have a sense for the time commitment involved:
Tuesdays: Two races, 1:00pm – 4:00pm (approximately)
Wednesdays: One race, 2:00pm – 4:00pm (approximately)
Saturdays: Two races, 1:00pm – 4:00pm (approximately)
Chatham Regatta (August 3 – 4): 9:00am – 12:00pm (Saturday and Sunday) and 1:00pm – 4:00pm (Saturday only)
To assure you, patrolling is straightforward and does not require experience. Quite simply, we need to make sure all the boats that go out for a race return to shore. If you have any questions or concerns about patrolling, please contact Mike Szymanski at any time (cell: 201-320-3270 or e-mail: mfszy1@gmail.com) or Andrew Caggiano (cell: 781-690-4711 or e-mail: andycagg@gmail.com
Thank you!
Welcome aboard!! Please see the membership directory for more details. Dana and Peter Agnes Summer Address: North Chatham Winter City: Weston, MA Ace (14), Kaden (16), and Will (16) will be in Helmsman Laura and Rick Barnard Summer Address: Chatham Laura and Rick joined CYC on Wednesday! They are new to the area and looking forward to sailing on the bay. Molly and Matthew Bechtel Summer Address: Chatham Winter City: Wellesley, MA Caroline (7) will be in Crew class. Jean Claflin Summer Address: Harwich Winter City: Lynnfield, MA Jean is a long-time sailor and will be racing her Sunfish at CYC. Michele and Bruce Clifford Year-Round Address: Chatham Bruce and Michele are looking forward to volunteering and connecting with CYC members. Matthew Coursen Summer Address: North Chatham Winter City: Bethesda, MD Matthew has two children who may participate in sailing school in the future. Neal Donovan Year-Round Address: Harwich, MA Neal is renewing his CYC membership and hopes to get back to racing again. | Catherine Flattmann Summer Address: Chatham Winter City: New York, NY Daisy (14) will be in Helmsman. Summer Address:S. Yarmouth Winter City: Norwell, MA John (13) will be in Helmsman. Elizabeth and Joseph McKneely Summer Address: Chatham Winter City: Concord, MA Jack (8) and Evie (8) will be in Crew class. Dana and Blake Murphy Summer Address: Chatham, MA Winter City: Hingham, MA Connor (7) will be in Crew class. Courtney and Aaron Polhemus Summer Address: E. Orleans Winter City: Stowe VT Katherine (10) will be in Sunfish and Will (7) will be in Crew class. Alison and Tom Samph Year-Round Address: Chatham MA Tom and Alison are long-time sailors and would like to get back into racing. Allison and Vaughn Schill Summer Address: Chatham Winter City: Radnor, PA Mason (11) may sail with CYC in the future. Marisa Wechsler Summer Address: Chatham Winter City: Chevy Chase, MD Kai (7) will be in Crew class. |
Chatham Yacht Club Membership Committee is looking for individuals, couples, and families who would be interested in mentoring new families this summer! This is a fun way to get involved and help make our newest members feel welcome. If you can help, please email membership@chathamyachtclub.org. Thank you!
Thanks, Mary Beth Sandman
f you have an item you wish to list, please send pertinent details to chathamyachtclub@gmail.com
"SALE-ING" Skills needed: Part of CYC's operation depends on rotating older boats, motors and parts out of inventory to make way (and funds) for new necessary items. This requires facilitating the selling or donation of appropriate items. We need someone to assist with this process. For more information or to volunteer, please contact Bart Wesp (Bart.Wesp@gmail.com)
Erosion: Please keep boats off of the beach grass. The beach grass is our only protection from erosion! Boats can be tied to the moorings on the beach. Paddle Courts: Please do not store things up against the paddle courts. The paddle courts are a separate entity and are also undergoing some construction work. Volunteers: CYC runs on volunteerism and we are in need of volunteers this year across multiple areas, including patrolling the CYC races, serving as a parent-on-duty at the Sailing School, and assisting with the annual CYC Regatta. Learn more in the Volunteer section. Social Media: Have a cute photo that you would like to share? Send them to our Instagram handler, Amber Caggiano (Ambercagg@gmail.com) News, gossip, famous alumni accomplishments? Please send any submissions to chathamyachtclub@gmail.com |
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Recyling: Please look for recycling canisters in the clubhouse kitchen and around the property to help us be environmentally friendly. Chatham Yacht Club | P.O. Box 531 | North Chatham, MA 02650
CYC is a 501(c)(3) Non-Profit Organization. Your donations are tax deductible!