DYC Breeze
Dalhousie Yacht Club
March 2015
Founded 1937 & Incorporated 1945
Inside this issue:
Resignation of Rick Fleming
Board Meeting Minutes
2-3
by Commodore Jim White
Entertainment News
4
Editor’s Desk
4
Rick Fleming (DYC Treasurer) has resigned from the DYC Board of Governors
for personal reasons.
Cruising News
5
Around the Club (Photos)
6
Event Posters
7-8
In Memoriam
9
Classifieds
11-13
Directory
14
Calendar of Events
15
On behalf of the Club, I thank Rick for all of his efforts and the significant input
to the well being of DYC over recent years.
I also personally thank Rick for stepping back onto the Board at the beginning
of my term as Commodore when we again needed his financial skills.
The Board have reviewed options and determined that volunteer Richard
Nowina, who spent five years as Treasurer on the Etobicoke Yacht Club Board,
will be transitioning into the Treasurer’s role at DYC.
Please join me in thanking Rick and welcoming Richard.
2 Down Easterners,
Wendy Northcotte
and Paul McManis
(Photo by Jim White
From Down East
Party, February 7)
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Board of Governors Meeting — February 21
(Peter Nadorozny, Secretary)
The meeting started at 9:10 a.m., called to order by
Commodore White
Past Commodore's Report:
 Barb reminded the board
that we should be thinking of potential board
member nominations for
next fall.
 Any potential candidates
should be advised to
Barb.
Commodore's Report:
 We are all watching the ice formation in the canal
with concern. Tom advised, Dave Pressly has been
completing some initial damage control by breaking
up ice as possible and monitoring the situation ongoing.
 John Brown advised insurance coverage is not available for wooden docks. A discussion on bubble cov- Manager's Report:
erage for the docks next year ensued.
 John verbally advised,
 The consensus was the bubble coverage was not as
that one new social member is proposed,
effective as in still water harbours. The current in
- Tim McCallum.
our harbour offsets the benefit. Tom will continue to  The government grant applications for student
monitor and follow up with John Brown.
wages have been submitted, based on 4 dock and 4
LTS summer students. A decision is due by April 30
Vice-Commodore's Report:
 The bar dishwasher changeover is underway.
 Bill and Paul have been attending the Easter Seal
 Advertisement for maintenance supervisor is up in
planning meetings which are now under way.
Kijiji and other employment websites.
 Work has started on west side washrooms, delayed
Treasurer's Report:
due to weather, and will recommence in March.
 Disbursements were reviewed. Rick indicated that
 Expenses appear to be manageable at around $500,
there is nothing unusual to report.
with $168 spent to date.
 Cash position has improved over last year, largely
 There are plumbing issues in the bar area due to the
due to reserve fund deposit.
extreme cold weather.
 Accounts receivable are trending favourably.
 John is monitoring repairs and preventive action.
 Rick proposed the treasurer’s report be accepted,
2nd by Tom, motion accepted.
Dock Report:
Rear Commodore:
 Wendy advised she continues to work with Father
Fest committee and will advise the DYC information
for Father Fest advertisements. Wendy will coordinate the content with Simon.
 Simon advised LTS activities will be limited to single
boat, sandwich board and sign up activity for one
day, day to be determined.
 Wendy is working with Simon to potentially enable
adult LTS trials and information on Mondays during
the summer on individual club member basis to enhance enrolment in the formal program.
 The liability aspect of the trial LTS activity was discussed and it was agreed that members on individual basis can engage in trial program but no formal
program fees can be collected.

Tom advised he will notify members the club is looking for donations of material for ladders to be installed on the wooden docks. A notice will be put in
the breeze.
Entertainment Chair
 Joyce reported that the Down East Night was well
attended but the 22 late cancellations made for
some challenges due to the special menu purchases
and band expenses.
 A discussion on potential cancellation policy was
held. It was suggested that maybe the special menu
events require tickets be paid a week in advance. It
was agreed to let the restaurant staff handle cancellation situations as they arise.
Cont’d …..
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Board of Governors Meeting — cont’d
Entertainment Chair — cont’d
 The Sock Hop event is on for March 7. Dressing up
for the event is encouraged.
 The club is averaging one event per month. April
event planning is underway.
 John advised the club calendar is updated with no
conflicts at this time.
 In order to ensure dignitaries and other special
guests have sufficient time to confirm their attendance at the club, the board members agreed to
make the June 6 date firm for this year’s DYC sail
past event.
Fleet Captain:
 Brutus renovations are well underway in Lloyd’s garage.
 Big and small whalers are at Marlon. They have been
winterized but not covered and need a power wash.
 Easter Seals planning is now underway. It has been
decided that no auction will be held this year.
 Bill advised that the main sponsors are onboard for
the event.
 Rock the Docks will happen again this year. The
theme is being planned.
Food and Beverage:
 Rosco reported the restaurant had great month.
Membership and Communication:
 Larisa reported that John Brown is doing a great job
on weekly reminders
 Larisa is coordinating Snapd (community-based advertising paper) for some upcoming club events.
 A discussion was held on the DYC Life Membership
criteria. Larisa will report back at the next meeting.
 Additional discussion was held on selecting the date
for the spring DYC Members General Information
meeting. Commodore Jim will report back to the
board next meeting.
New Business
 Simon raised the issue of extra help in the office during the spring.
 A suggestion was made to possibly utilize a Niagara
College Co-op from the office admin courses during
spring months to assist in the DYC office.
 Board members had a discussion regarding the
club’s past experience with the Officer of the Day
concept as it relates to the current system of paid
dock staff handling visitor check in and other questions from the public.
 It was agreed the current dock staff system works
and serves the club well.
 It was suggested that a volunteer Welcoming Ambassador concept might complement the good work
being done by the dock staff.
 More discussion will be held on this concept.
Learn to Sail:
 Waiting for feedback from Ontario Sailing Association on participation in some of our planned events. Motion to adjourn by Joyce, seconded by Tom. Meeting
Adjourned at 11:20a.m.
Peter Nadorozny
Bob and his wife live in St. Catharines. One winter morning, while listening to the radio, they hear the announcer say, "We are
going to have 8 to 10 inches of snow today. You must park your car on the even numbered side of the street, so the snow plow
can get through." Bob's wife goes out and moves her car.
A week later while they are eating breakfast, the radio announcer says, "We are expecting 10 to 12 inches of snow today. You
must park your car on the odd numbered side of the street, so the snow plow can get through." Bob's wife goes out and moves
her car again.
The next week they are having breakfast again, when the radio announcer says "We are expecting 12 to 14 inches of snow today. You must park ..." then the hydro goes out. Bob's wife is very upset, and with a worried look on her face she says, "Honey, I
don't know what to do. Which side of the street do I need to park on so the snow plow can get through?”
With the love and understanding in his voice like all men who are married to blondes exhibit, Bob says, "Why don't you just leave
it in the garage this time?"
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Entertainment News ...
Well our first event for the 2015 season, Down East Night, was a huge success!
Thank you to our caterers who did a fantastic job with the food, and the Pub Jugs
for some great music.
Our weekly card night is back up and running every Wednesday, 6:30 – 9:00 p.m.,
until racing season begins. You don’t have to be a card shark to participate; everyone is welcome regardless of skill level. Feel free to bring friends; the more the
merrier.
Our next big event will be a “Sock Hop” Saturday, March 7th. Again it promises to
be a wonderful evening with great food and great music by the Athertones. Don’t delay in reserving a spot as you
won’t want to miss out on all the fun!
Mark your calendars, you don’t want to miss these events:
Sat. March 7th – Sock Hop
Sat. March 14th – St. Paddy’s pub specials
Fri. April 3rd – Good Friday Fish Fry
Sun. April 5th – Easter Brunch
Sat. April 25th – unveiling of “Brutus” celebration
If you have an idea, please contact me to discuss ([email protected] or 905-937-6145). I’d love to hear it and see
what we can do about bringing it to DYC.
Joyce Hildebrandt
From the Editor’s Desk ...
Will this winter ever end? I don’t remember a winter where I shoveled more than I
have this year! The piles of snow on the sides of the road remind me of those from my
childhood — as tall as we were. We would climb onto them, carve saddles and “ride”
our snow horses for hours.
But I am reminded that spring is on its way and I will soon be able to put the snowsuit
away and once again wear flip flops. Bring on the warm weather!!!
We hope to see you all at the Sock Hop on March 7. Dig out your Poodle Skirts and Saddle Shoes and get ready to
boogie the night away to the music of The Athertones.
I ran across an interesting article regarding Lightning Strikes and boats at risk. You can read this article at
http://www.boatus.com/seaworthy/magazine/2015/january/lightning-facts.asp
If you have any stories or photos to share with club members, please email them to be by the 25th of the month.
We all love to see what you have been up to this winter. (Enquiring minds want to know!)
Brenda Hazlewood
[email protected]
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Cruising News …
Hi everyone. The countdown is really getting down there ... only 61 days
till launch, 48 to docks-in and 20 till spring. Activity will soon be seen
around the yards if the snow ever disappears. Roll on spring thaw. Looking
forward to seeing you around there.
CRUISING :- We have a good cruising schedule this season which includes
a couple of extended cruises along the North shore. The Sign-up sheets are
posted on the club notice board — come to any or come to all.
Sign up early and avoid disappointment as some of the clubs have limited
space. I won't know exactly how many boats the host clubs can accommodate until the time gets closer. I am sure we will all get in; we always do. Looks like lots of cruisers on the lake this
year.
Remember "Safety First." Be alert in the shipping lanes; forget the "Power gives way to Sail" rule and use the more
logical and unwritten rule, "Fibreglass gives way to Steel." We can manoeuvre quickly; a 30,000 ton freighter
can't.
Capt’n Bill
Summer at a Glance 2015
May 1
May 16 to 18
June 6
June 13
June 21
June 27
June 28
July 3 to 5
July 6 to 7
July 8 to 9
July 10 to 12
July 18 to 19
July 25 to 26
July 27
July 28 to 29
July 30 to 31
Aug 1 to 3
Aug 8
Aug 29
Sept 4 to 6
(from Sharon Paris)
Boat Launch
50 Point Yacht Club Reciprocal
Sail Past
Kirby Regatta
Kiwanis Duck Race
Rock’n the Docks
Easter Seals Regatta
Royal Canadian YC– Reciprocal Cruise
Ashbridges Bay YC Cruise
Highland YC Cruise
Oakville Yacht Squadron Cruise (Highland YC and Oakville YS)
Burlington Sailing and Boat Club Reciprocal Cruise
Cathedral Bluffs YC Cruise
Frenchman’s Bay YC Cruise (tentative)
Whitby YC Cruise
Bluffer’s Park YC Cruise
Etobicoke YC Reciprocal Cruise
Wooden Dock Party
Beach Party
Cornucopia
Vision Statement: The Dalhousie Yacht Club is a friendly, safe and affordable boating community dedicated to learning, respect for
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Around the Club ...
(Above) “No Swimming” The channel is completely frozen. Photo by Commodore Jim White
(Right) But is isn’t always winter at Dalhousie
Yacht Club. Photos by Doug Bruce
(Below) Three Down Easterners: Rick Jenkins,
Paul McManis and Larry Collins. Photo by
Brenda Hazlewood
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Euchre Night — Wednesdays, 6:30 to 9
Everyone welcome!
Come as a single or bring your family and
friends, the more the merrier.
Beat the winter blahs….come out, socialize
and have a great evening playing cards with
friends.
Vision Statement: The Dalhousie Yacht Club is a friendly, safe and affordable boating community dedicated to learning, respect for
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Vision Statement: The Dalhousie Yacht Club is a friendly, safe and affordable boating community dedicated to learning, respect for
all, and enjoyment in all aspects of the sport of boating.
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BARTLEY, Richard, RCAF (Royal Canadian Air Force), USAF
(United States Air Force), USN (United States Navy). Passed away
suddenly at home on December 27th, 2014 in his 74th year. Captain Richard Bartley, beloved husband of Brenda, in their 47th
year of marriage, dear father of Stephen and Kara and dear
brother of Anna Maksenuk (Phil), predeceased by his parents,
Bianca and Abbondio, all of Niagara Falls. Richard was a pilot for
35 years, first with the Royal Canadian Air Force as an instructor
pilot then as a fighter pilot with the United States Air Force, finishing his career as a commercial airline pilot. Richard was also
an enthusiastic member of the Port Dalhousie Yacht Club and he
never lost his love of flying. At Richard's request, cremation has
taken place. Donations to the humane society would be greatly
appreciated. Arrangements entrusted to NIAGARA FUNERAL .
Sailing Clubs – Advice Requested
I am wondering if you could help me. I have a wooden firefly dinghy at my cottage that my father purchased years ago. He has passed on, but I would like to refurbish it and preserve it as a classic boat
rather than leave it untended in my garage. Is there someone at your club who might have interest and
experience with this sailboat whom I could contact for advice on how to proceed? Thanks in advance for
any assistance you can give me.
Steve Brown ([email protected])
Photo by Commodore White
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Back-up Head?!
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Vision Statement: The Dalhousie Yacht Club is a friendly, safe and affordable boating community dedicated to learning, respect for
all, and enjoyment in all aspects of the sport of boating.
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SHIP'S STORE & YACHT BROKERS
Thinking of buying or selling a boat? I can help!
RUSS PERRY
[email protected]
Cell: 905-512-0417 Tel: 905-304-1648
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Vision Statement: The Dalhousie Yacht Club is a friendly, safe and affordable boating community dedicated to learning, respect for
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DYC Board of Governors 2013 / 2014
POSITION
NAME
EMAIL
PHONE
BOAT
Commodore
Jim White
[email protected]
905-328-6876
Christopher George
Vice Commodore
Paul Haynes
[email protected]
905-327-6144
Pablo II
Rear Commodore
Wendy Northcotte
[email protected]
905-934-6224
North Caught
Past Commodore
Barb McMullen
[email protected]
905-934-3289
Anam Kara
Treasurer
Richard Nowina
[email protected]
905-468-1969
Seascape
Secretary
Peter Nadorozny
[email protected]
905-938-0019
Sea Czar
Dock Chair
Tom Schulz
[email protected]
905-934-1329
Therapy
Entertainment
Joyce Hildebrandt
[email protected]
905-937-6145
Push
Fleet Captain
Captain Bill Sullivan
[email protected]
905-984-0026
Blue Moon
Food and Beverage Chair
Rosco Field
[email protected]
289-214-3193
Virago
House Chair
Don Hetherington
[email protected]
Learn to Sail Chair
Simon Krall
[email protected]
905-401-5692
T-Bone
Membership & Communication
Larisa Fry
[email protected]
905-932-4556
Aurora Breeze
Yard Chair
Jonathan Lelie
[email protected]
238-686-7957
Club Manager
John Brown
[email protected]
905-931-7119
History
Dan Sundy
[email protected]
905-892-3840
Cruising
Sharon Paris
[email protected]
905-931-9307
Racing
Jonathan Lelie
[email protected]
238-686-7957
Breeze Editor
Brenda Hazlewood
[email protected]
519-410-7677
Blueberry Ripple
Strategic Planning Group
John Krall
[email protected]
905-892-5950
Black Magic
905-641-2476x223
APPOINTMENTS
Jackall II
Dalhousie Yacht Club
74 Lighthouse Road
St. Catharines, ON
L2N 7P5
43.12.291 N
DYC Office
Restaurant
Fax
79.15.784 W
905 934-8325 ext 21
905 934-8325 ext 22
905 934-5966
Website: www.discoverdyc.com
VHF Harbour Office
Ch 68
CND Customs 1 800 226-7277
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DYC Calendar of Events
March 2015
Sun
1
Check the DYC website calendar for details and times
Mon
2
Tue
3
Wed
Thu
4
Euchre Night
5
Fri
Sat
6
7
50’s Sock Hop
Dinner/Dance
Acoustic Jam at
the Club
8
9
10
11
Euchre Night
12
13
14
St. Patrick’s Day
Pub Night
15
16
17
18
Euchre Night
19
20
21
SPRING Arrives!
22
23
24
25
Euchre Night
26
27
28
29
30
31
April 2015
Sun
Mon
Tue
Wed
Thu
Fri
Sat
1
Euchre Night
2
3
Good Friday
Fish Fry
4
Acoustic Jam at
the Club
5
Easter Brunch
6
7
8
Euchre Night
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
Euchre Night
16
17
18
Docks In
19
20
21
22
Euchre Night
23
24
25
Unveiling of Brutus
Celebration
26
27
28
29
Euchre Night
30
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