FCYC News and Information

[Frank Leyshon]

FCYC News and Information form the Rear Commodore

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[Frank Leyshon]

Topic: Captiva Yacht Club dockage update

Good Afternoon,

We have power at slip 1, 4, and the floating dock. If you’re interested in slip 2 or 3 you’re welcome to use your generator.

Melanie Rocuskie

Club Concierge

Captiva Island Yacht Club

15903 Captiva Dr, PO Box 1239

Captiva Island, FL 33924

[email protected]

Phone: 239-472-4133, ext. 1

Fax: 239-312-8915

http://www.CaptivaIYC.net

[Frank Leyshon]

Topic: FCYC Meeting on January 10-12th.

Location: St Petersburg Yacht Club

All IYC Members wanting to attend by boat need to make their own arrangements.

Information below:

Chase Hudspeth

Harbormaster

St. Petersburg Yacht Club

11 Central Avenue

St. Petersburg, Florida 33701

Direct Phone:    727.822.3227

[email protected]

http://www.spyc.org

http://www.facebook.com/saintpetersburgyachtclub

http://www.facebook.com/sailingcenter

[Frank Leyshon]

 

Topic: Captiva Island Yacht Club Post Hurricane Milton

 

Hi Mr. Leyshon,

 

The clubhouse is open and fully operational for dining.  However, our docks are completely closed.   We are waiting for engineers to come inspect them next week.  From there, the club will be putting together a plan for repair.  We are hoping that the docks will be functional by early December, but as of now we do not have an actual date.  Please check back with us at the end of November to see what progress has been made.

 

Thank you for reaching out!  We hope to welcome you back soon!

 

Lexi Walker

Diningroom Manager

 

Captiva Island Yacht Club

15903 Captiva Dr, PO Box 1239

Captiva Island, FL 33924

[email protected]

[Frank Leyshon]

Topic: FCYC Club post Hurricanes reports.

These are the first 11 responses I’ve received.
Hurricane Damage Reports:
It is possible that you sent me a report and I missed it.  That does happen.

Key Biscayne Yacht Club

I’m happy to report that KBYC suffered no damage and is operating normally.

Jim

Naples Sailing and Yacht Club

Naples Sailing and Yacht Club has sustained no damages, and the marina and dining services are fully operational.

Bruce Harris

Carlouel Yacht Club

Thanks for your email. Unfortunately, the damage to Carlouel from the recent hurricanes and flooding was extensive. All facilities remain closed at this time. We are still working through the process of mitigation and dry out, so predicting the estimated timeframe for return of dining, pool and/or marina access is difficult to pin down at this time. I expect we’ll have more information to share at the FCYC meeting in Key Biscayne on 11/9/24.

Best regards.

James S. Constable, Esq.

St. Petersburg Yacht Club

Like many clubs along the West Coast, SPYC has been impacted by Hurricanes Helene and Milton.  As a result, we will not be accepting reciprocal club members through at least November 1, 2024.  At that time, we will reevaluate our status.

Please share this update with your members, and thank you for your understanding during this time.

 

Also see notes and statements at belos.

LIMITED
2. Is your marina open? NO, ON GOING CONSTRUCTION DOWNTOWN.
a. If so, what limitations exist?  Fuel?  Pump-out?  Electricity?
Water?
3. If you are not open, or have limitations, have you received any
estimate on the length of those limitations?
4. Is your pool open? NO
5. Please let us know if your club has no damage to report.  SEE COMMENTS BELOW:

On Monday and Tuesday, we will began removing carpets from the lower level of the club, which sustained water damage during Hurricane Helene.

Currently, our downtown clubhouse is still without three-phase power, which is needed to operate kitchen equipment, air conditioning, elevators, and lighting throughout the building. Unfortunately, the transformer responsible for this power sustained an electrical fire on Friday. We are working closely with Duke Energy to assess the damage and develop a plan to restore power to both the transformer and the club.

Coral Ridge Yacht Club

Gentleman,

Coral Reef is fully open for FCYC reciprocity.  There would be no limitations regarding visits during this challenging time.

Coral Reef sustained no damage.

Jim VanBuren

General Manager

St. Charles Yacht Club

Our fixed docks had some power pedestals damaged.  We estimate a four-foot storm surge with Helene and a six-foot surge with Milton.  The floating docks performed as advertised.  We had no structural damage to our club.  All our operations, including dining and our marina are back to normal function.  I have not heard of any complications on the Okeechobee Waterway.

Carl Schultz, Director.

Tarpon Springs Yacht Club

Tarpon Springs Yacht Club sustained excessive damage and will be closed until further notice
General Manager,

Tarpon Springs Yacht Club

Vero Beach Yacht Club

All dining operations are open with no limitations.
Marina is open with electricity and water. Pump out and fuel next door at the VB City Marina
No damage
Shawn P. Witmer,  General Manager

Venice Yacht Club

First floor flooded, both storms, marina closed, Tiki open with limited menu 11:30 to dusk.  Pool closed, No estimate at this point on full recovery.  Canceled all events for the next two weeks, and then reassess.

Kitch

Naples Yacht Club

Naples Yacht Club did not suffer significant damage during the recent hurricanes.  Operations are normal.

Smyrna Yacht Club

Smyrna Yacht club had NO damage from the recent storms. Excellent work from our staff and member volunteers. A lot of flooding, trees down and some power outages in the New Smyrna area. The club is open and ready for reciprocity.

[Frank Leyshon]

Topic: More Milton Responses from FCYC Clubs

The next 8 responses follow the Smyrna report below:
Hurricane Damage Reports:
It is possible that you sent me a report and I missed it.  If that happened, please send Carl Schultz another update.  We will have further updates to report.

Key Biscayne Yacht Club

I’m happy to report that KBYC suffered no damage and is operating normally.

Jim

Naples Sailing and Yacht Club

Naples Sailing and Yacht Club has sustained no damages, and the marina and dining services are fully operational.

Bruce Harris

Carlouel Yacht Club

Thanks for your email. Unfortunately, the damage to Carlouel from the recent hurricanes and flooding was extensive. All facilities remain closed at this time. We are still working through the process of mitigation and dry out, so predicting the estimated timeframe for return of dining, pool and/or marina access is difficult to pin down at this time. I expect we’ll have more information to share at the FCYC meeting in Key Biscayne on 11/9/24.

Best regards.

James S. Constable, Esq.

St. Petersburg Yacht Club

Like many clubs along the West Coast, SPYC has been impacted by Hurricanes Helene and Milton.  As a result, we will not be accepting reciprocal club members through at least November 1, 2024.  At that time, we will reevaluate our status.

Please share this update with your members, and thank you for your understanding during this time.

Also see notes and statements below.

LIMITED
2. Is your marina open? NO, ON GOING CONSTRUCTION DOWNTOWN.
a. If so, what limitations exist?  Fuel?  Pump-out?  Electricity?
Water?
3. If you are not open, or have limitations, have you received any
estimate on the length of those limitations?
4. Is your pool open? NO
5. Please let us know if your club has no damage to report.  SEE COMMENTS BELOW:

On Monday and Tuesday, we will began removing carpets from the lower level of the club, which sustained water damage during Hurricane Helene.

Currently, our downtown clubhouse is still without three-phase power, which is needed to operate kitchen equipment, air conditioning, elevators, and lighting throughout the building. Unfortunately, the transformer responsible for this power sustained an electrical fire on Friday. We are working closely with Duke Energy to assess the damage and develop a plan to restore power to both the transformer and the club.

Coral Ridge Yacht Club

Gentleman,

Coral Reef is fully open for FCYC reciprocity.  There would be no limitations regarding visits during this challenging time.

Coral Reef sustained no damage.

Jim VanBuren

General Manager

St. Charles Yacht Club

Our fixed docks had some power pedestals damaged.  We estimate a four-foot storm surge with Helene and a six-foot surge with Milton.  The floating docks performed as advertised.  We had no structural damage to our club.  All our operations, including dining and our marina are back to normal function.  I have not heard of any complications on the Okeechobee Waterway.

Carl Schultz, Director.

Tarpon Springs Yacht Club

Tarpon Springs Yacht Club sustained excessive damage and will be closed until further notice
General Manager,

Tarpon Springs Yacht Club

Vero Beach Yacht Club

All dining operations are open with no limitations.
Marina is open with electricity and water. Pump out and fuel next door at the VB City Marina
No damage
Shawn P. Witmer,  General Manager

Venice Yacht Club

First floor flooded, both storms, marina closed, Tiki open with limited menu 11:30 to dusk.  Pool closed, No estimate at this point on full recovery.  Canceled all events for the next two weeks, and then reassess.

Kitch

Naples Yacht Club

Naples Yacht Club did not suffer significant damage during the recent hurricanes.  Operations are normal.

Smyrna Yacht Club

Smyrna Yacht club had NO damage from the recent storms. Excellent work from our staff and member volunteers. A lot of flooding, trees down and some power outages in the New Smyrna area. The club is open and ready for reciprocity.

The Field Club

The Field Club did not fare well with the recent storms , has been severely damaged and is closed. The marina had the most damage with many docks , including the fuel dock, and boats destroyed. We will contact you when things settle down and we get a better assessment of our situation. I am sure other clubs are doing the same. For now could you communicate that we are closed and the marina is not available.
Thanks,
Steve Duerwachter,  Director

Tampa Yacht & Country Club

TYCC sustained significant damage from Hurricanes Helene and Milton.   These two storms brought water into the club, resulting in the need to remove much of the flooring throughout the main clubhouse. The Pavilion, pool, Telltale Pool Bar, and Dockmaster’s Office were heavily impacted by the rising waters. The marina also saw significant destruction, with several docks, finger piers, plumbing, and electrical conduits torn apart.

Though the tennis and fitness facilities weathered Helene’s fury with minimal impact, Milton brought his own devastation, damaging lighting, netting, and the courts with torrential rain and winds. Our equestrian facilities also suffered considerable damage, but thankfully, all of its residents were safely relocated to secure facilities ahead of both storms.

The club’s foresight to procure foul weather mitigation systems saved us from a much worse outcome. = Immediately following both storms, our contracted disaster recovery team, staff, and board members were on site, working to begin the thorough and necessary remediation process.

Davis Island Yacht Club

Davis Island Yacht Club held up extremely well during Hurricane Milton.  The clubhouse, pool restrooms, and sail pavilion had little or no damage.  B and C docks are in good condition.  The road to the club is safe to navigate.  Water has been restored to the clubhouse but not the docks.

Chris Jones,  Director

 

Halifax River Yacht Club

Halifax River Yacht Club suffered no damage.

Open for business.

P/C Wayne Stewart,  FCYC Director

Coral Ridge Yacht Club

Coral Ridge had no damages. Fully operational.

Jim Williams, Director

Oyster Bay Yacht Club

Oyster Bay Yacht Club was not damaged by either Helene or Milton.  All operations are in good working readiness.

Donald C. Jones,  Director

Bradenton Yacht Club

A message from Bradenton Yacht Club:

Our Dining is fully operational and we welcome FCYC Clubs. Our pool is also open.

Unfortunately, Bradenton Yacht Club’s Grounds, Marina, Transient wall, and tennis courts have sustained extensive damage.  Until further notice, we cannot accommodate reciprocity via arrival by boat as we have no power to our Longwall, as well as our Dockmaster’s Office is no longer operational. We thank you in advance for your patience as we work to rebuild these areas.

Kind Regards,

Jenifer Gordon| Membership & Marketing Manager

Sincerely, Carl Schultz, Comms Co-chair.
Replying to this email will send a response directly to Carl Schultz

[Frank Leyshon]

Topic: Venice Yacht Club Update

 

Venice YC has made a lot of progress the last week. The docks are getting repaired and are almost completed and the dock electric should be up within the week. Once I get my computer and phones back, I will be able to communicate better and touch base. The club should also be back open fully within the next week or so. The club and marine both got hit pretty good with the last two storms, but we are working hard to get everything back up and running. The tiki opened tonight so we are making progress!

 

Thanks,

Jeff Towers

Dock Master

[Frank Leyshon]

SPREAD THE NEWS!

Dear Members,
As we navigate through these tough times, I am so grateful to you and our staff for all the hard work and commitment to our club. I hope you and your families are doing well.
In an effort to keep the full membership informed, please help me share this message with as many as possible, since I am not able to send out an email blast due to Comcast being down.
Saturday we will open bar from 3pm to 7pm and offer Happy Hour 3-5 PM. We wont be able to offer a menu, but will have a food station with self serve finger foods, very similar to Boaters at the Bar. We will have a nice party with live music starting at 3pm!
Sunday we will not offer any food and beverage services and we plan to open Tuesday as scheduled.
Thank you all.
Jerry L.
General Manager

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[Frank Leyshon]

SPREAD THE NEWS!

Dear Members,
As we navigate through these tough times, I am so grateful to you and our staff for all the hard work and commitment to our club. I hope you and your families are doing well.
In an effort to keep the full membership informed, please help me share this message with as many as possible, since I am not able to send out an email blast due to Comcast being down.
Saturday we will open bar from 3pm to 7pm and offer Happy Hour 3-5 PM. We wont be able to offer a menu, but will have a food station with self serve finger foods, very similar to Boaters at the Bar. We will have a nice party with live music starting at 3pm!
Sunday we will not offer any food and beverage services and we plan to open Tuesday as scheduled.
Thank you all.
Jerry L.
General Manager

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Topic: FCYC Meeting in November

 

Location: Key Biscayne Yacht Club

 

Date: November 8-10th 2024

 

I have attached a shortened version of the meeting packet as a PDF.  The full packet is on the IYC Website under FCYC on the On The Water page. Please plan to participate by boat or car. This is a great opportunity for new members to find out about the Florida Council of Yacht Clubs.

 

Thanks,

 

Frank Leyshon

Rear Commodore

FCYC Director

740-584-8912

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Topic: FCYC Cruise to Naples Yacht Club Recap

I just completed the FCYC meetings and events at Naples Yacht Club. The FCYC meeting, which is held every two months, went well. We had 8 (16 people) at the meeting via boat.  We had an additional 8 joining via car. The Isles Yacht Club received the awards for the most boats in attendance at the event. Most boats departed on Sunday. The wind kicked up out of the west and provided us with a rough ride home.

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Topic: FCYC Meetings and Cruises

Just updating everyone on the future scheduled meetings for FCYC.

September 13-15, 2024
Naples YC – Invitation Packet on the IYC Website FCYC page

November 8-10, 2024  Key Biscayne YC

January 10-12, 2025  St. Petersburg YC

March 7-9, 2025  Davis Island YC

May 17,2025   Yacht Club To Be Determined

July 12, 2025   Eau Gallie Yacht Club

Sept 13, 2025    The Moorings Yacht and Country Club

Nov 15, 2025    Clearwater Yacht Club

Frank Leyshon

Rear Commodore & FCYC Director

[Frank Leyshon]

The attached the latest Newsletter from FCYC.

Frank Leyshon FCYC Director

 

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Subject: Stock Island Proposal

Proposal to the Florida Council of Yacht Clubs

Date: July 12, 2024]

To: The Florida Council of Yacht Clubs From: Stock Island Marina

Subject: Invitation for FCYC Cruisers to Utilize Stock Island Marina in Key West

Dear Members of the Florida Council of Yacht Clubs,

Stock Island Marina, located in the beautiful Key West area, is excited to extend a warm invitation to FCYC cruisers. We are proud to offer our marina as a non-reciprocal destination, ensuring your members have a premier location to dock and enjoy the stunning surroundings of Key West.

Special Offer for FCYC Cruisers:

1. Free First Night Stay: As a welcoming gesture, the first night of your stay at Stock Island Marina is on us.
2. Competitive Rates: Following the complimentary night, we offer a competitive rate of $5 per foot.
3. Floating Docks: Our marina features state-of-the-art floating docks to accommodate yachts of various sizes.
4. Complimentary Amenities:WiFi access for all guests.

• Pump-out services to ensure a smooth and clean boating experience.
• Fuel Services: We provide Diesel and REC-90 fuel for your convenience.
• 24-Hour Security: Our marina is equipped with round-the-clock security to ensure the safety of your vessels and peace of mind for your members.
  Waterfront Condo Rentals

Location and Accessibility: Stock Island Marina is strategically located approximately a 10-minute drive from the vibrant Duval Street. The proximity to this iconic destination allows your members to easily access the heart of Key West, known for its lively atmosphere, dining, shopping, and entertainment options. Additionally, Uber services are readily available, making transportation to and from the marina hassle-free.

Conclusion: We believe that Stock Island Marina offers an excellent docking solution for FCYC cruisers, combining top-tier amenities with convenient access to Key West’s attractions. We are committed to providing exceptional service and look forward to welcoming your members to experience the best that our marina has to offer.

Thank you for considering Stock Island Marina as a preferred non-reciprocal destination for the Florida Council of Yacht Clubs. We are confident that your members will enjoy their time with us and look forward to building a strong and lasting relationship with FCYC.

Should you have any questions or require further information, please do not hesitate to contact us at [Insert Contact Information].

Warm regards,

Todd Manuel

General Manager

(305) 292-3121 [email protected]

Stock Island Marina

6000 Peninsular Avenue

Key West, FL 33040

Frank Leyshon

Rear Commodore

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