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  • in reply to: Marine Events #708
    Frank Leyshon
    Keymaster

      Topic: The annual Memorial Day Celebration May 24th-26th.

      So far we have 6 boats registered. Its not to late.

      As we reflect on Memorial Day, let us remember its true significance: honoring the courageous men and women who gave their lives in service to our country. What better way to pay tribute than by decorating our boats for the occasion? Their service and sacrifice are the bedrock of the freedoms we cherish today. The Isles Yacht Club has always commemorated this solemn occasion with reverence and unity, and this year’s heartfelt tribute continued that proud tradition.

       

      in reply to: Marine Events #707
      Frank Leyshon
      Keymaster

         

        🎆 INDEPENDENCE DAY CELEBRATION 🎆
        TWO DAYS OF FESTIVITIES!
        📅 Thursday, July 3rd & Friday, July 4th

        ⭐ THURSDAY, 4TH of JULY PARTY ON THE 3RD!

        🎶 Live Music by the Hilaire Duo
        🍽️ Delicious Buffet Dinner
        🛥️ Arrive by Boat & Decorate Your Boat!

        📌 Reserve dock space 60 days in advance (May 3rd)

        🍔 FRIDAY, JULY 4TH – PATIO COOKOUT

        🔥 Bring Your Own Meat or Fish to Grill
        🥗 Bring a Side Dish to Share
        🍴 Also Bring Your Own Plates & Silverware
        🏠 Note: Clubhouse will be closed

        🎆 Watch the Fireworks Under the Portico!

        🎉 Join Us for Two Days of Fun, Food, and Fireworks!
        Don’t forget your patriotic spirit!

        __________________________________________________________________

        🚻 Restrooms available in the Bridge Building

        in reply to: FCYC News and Information #697
        Frank Leyshon
        Keymaster

          Topic: FCYC meeting March 7-9 at Davis Island Yacht Club Tampa

          Currently they do not have dockage available at Davis Island Yacht Club but they have suggested making arrangements for dockage at the Tampa Convention Center Marina. You need to use DockWa to make arrangements. You should mention that you are with IYC. Glenn Mayer has already made his reservations. He suggest anyone that desires to go on the cruise signup.

          FCYC News and Information

          in reply to: Nautical Sales #694
          Frank Leyshon
          Keymaster

            Topic: Boat For Sales

            Bennington Tri-toon for Sale

            2020 Bennington 221SSR Tri-toon.

            One owner.  Excellent condition

            150HP Yamaha    60 Hrs/ Boat and Motor

            Simrad & Garmin GPS

            Twin Batteries

            Forward & Aft Bimini Canvas

            Full Mooring Canvas cover

            Custom Fore & Aft Deck covers

            $43,000.   508-954-4578

            in reply to: FCYC News and Information #692
            Frank Leyshon
            Keymaster

              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

              in reply to: FCYC News and Information #691
              Frank Leyshon
              Keymaster

                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

                in reply to: Nautical Discussion #686
                Frank Leyshon
                Keymaster

                  Topic: Bahamas Bound Presentation

                  I was asked to post the Bahamas Bound presentation

                  This is a PG Islanders Club event on January 18th. The Isles Yacht Club is not a part of it. However I thought it would be worthwhile to post. It is open to the public. Please see attached pdf.

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                  in reply to: FCYC News and Information #680
                  Frank Leyshon
                  Keymaster

                     

                    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]

                    in reply to: FCYC News and Information #679
                    Frank Leyshon
                    Keymaster

                      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

                      in reply to: FCYC News and Information #676
                      Frank Leyshon
                      Keymaster

                        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.

                        in reply to: FCYC News and Information #675
                        Frank Leyshon
                        Keymaster

                          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

                          in reply to: FCYC News and Information #673
                          Frank Leyshon
                          Keymaster

                            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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                            in reply to: FCYC News and Information #671
                            Frank Leyshon
                            Keymaster

                              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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                              in reply to: IYC Cruises #658
                              Frank Leyshon
                              Keymaster

                                Here is a list of cruises scheduled (dates are set, marinas are booked) for the remainder of 2024 and early 2025.

                                 

                                October 16-18, 2024         Pink Shell                         Jeff Ziemer

                                November 8-18, 2024       Tag-A-Long*                    Alan Grossman

                                January 22-24, 2025         Boca Grande                     Mark Kuharski**

                                May 29-31, 2025              Venice                              Doug Sheid

                                 

                                *this cruise is filled, but Alan is maintaining a waitlist

                                **we need a backup cruise director

                                 

                                Tentative cruises have been discussed; however, details and cruise leaders are needed.

                                 

                                February 2025                  possibly Naples

                                March 2025                      Marina Jack                      John Todd

                                April 2025                        Tween Waters/Captiva

                                June 2025                        Marlin Bay (Marathon, FL)

                                July 2025                         East Coast trip                  Glenn Mayer

                                 

                                 

                                in reply to: Impromptu Cruises #652
                                Frank Leyshon
                                Keymaster

                                  Topic: November Cruise  Jump on Jump off

                                  I am putting together a cruise for IYC  starting November 1, with the ideas of John Todd that each boat captain pick some or all of the cruise plan.  Right now, I have informally been told that we have availability at Venice YC and Sarasota YC for 2 nights at each location.  I am working to add Bird Key and the Field Club and possibly Marina Jacks. Question: Is there interest in adding Bradenton YC?  If so, please let me know.  Once I nail down the dates and number of slips, we will have a formal announcement and sign-up.  Questions: Alan Grossman, [email protected] or 609-932-9219.  Additional suggestions are appreciated.  Thanks

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