M AT H E W S YA C H T C L U B 390 Yacht Club Road • P. O. Box 671 • Mathews, VA 23109 • 804-725-3165 Chartered June 2, 1949 37°27.8’N / 76°18.6’W COMMODORE DECKLINES Thomas E. Flounders, III unique characteristic of our Club is how we think of ourselves as one big family, and that includes the staff. Perhaps it’s because we feel the closeness of living in a small community and are part of a small club. Members are always concerned when someone is ill, but special attention is given when one of our staff members is in need. A good example is how we responded to the recent accident of our newly hired staff person, Elysha Wilkinson. On June 25th she had a seizure while driving and was involved in a very bad accident. The truck she was driving hit several trees; it caught fire and she was burned, her leg was broken in several places, and she was trapped inside. Fortunately, several men with the required tools arrived and performed the risky job of getting her out before the vehicle exploded into flames. She says she is extremely grateful to be alive and wrote a heartfelt thank you letter in “Readers Write” published in the GazetteJournal. Among the many she thanked for their help and support was each and every member and employee of the Mathews Yacht Club. Shortly after the accident an eMinder was sent to the membership explaining a financial need for medications, since she did not have adequate medical insurance. Our response was generous. Elysha is slowly recovering, but because of her severe injuries, it will be several months before we MANTEL OF THE MONTH his month we have Marianne Hunley to thank for the very attractive dining room mantel. So, when you see Marianne around the club this month be sure to let her know how much you appreciate her creative efforts. will see her smiling face back at work. Look for Elysha’s personal note-card updating us on her condition; it’s posted on the bulletin board at the clubhouse. Elysha is not the only employee we have helped in times of need. There are many more examples that can be cited. Employees are frequently expressing appreciation for thoughtful acts. Last month’s Decklines article told about the latest distribution of Scholarship Funds. Each participant expressed appreciation for our help which would not have been possible without the generous support from members. Another written appreciation came from the staff for the generous gratuity given by our Club member, John Machen, Sr. He arranged for all the potted plants that were used to decorate for our 65th Anniversary Party; they were beautiful and there were lots of them. It was his expressed wish that the staff be given the plants following the event. The staff was excited and extremely grateful, and made a point of communicating their appreciation. Several of our staff members have been our employees for many, many years. They work hard and tips are an important part of their compensation. Members tip generously and frequently write thank you notes to the Board expressing appreciation for the staff’s work. The staff in turn shows a caring concern for club members and work hard to please us. We are fortunate to have an outstanding staff led by a very capable Manager. We are one big family with everyone caring for one another. Thanks to the members for showing concern for the staff, and thanks to the staff for their outstanding service and caring for members. — Fair Winds October 2014 ABOARD SHIP Flag Lowering Dinner-Dance Oktoberfest Buffet Wilson Ellis Club Night Halloween Buffet COMMODORE Thomas E. Flounders, III (804) 725-4455 [email protected] VICE COMMODORE Michael W. Francisco (804) 725-9324 [email protected] REAR COMMODORE Marilyn J. Cotter Tucker (804) 725-9532 [email protected] FLEET CAPTAIN Donald “Chip” Kinsey (804) 725-2281 [email protected] SECRETARY M. Godwin Jones (804) 776-8387 [email protected] Ships are the nearest things to dreams... TREASURER Paul Vanden Bout (804) 725-1835 [email protected] FLEET SURGEON Ralph E. “Ted” Williams (804) 695-0831 [email protected] ...that hands have ever made. CLUB MANAGER & EXECUTIVE CHEF Mark Letchworth (804) 725-3165 (Club) [email protected] MYC WEBSITE www.mathewsyachtclub.com DECKLINES October 2014 REAR COMMODORE SECRETARY VICE COMMODORE Marilyn Cotter Tucker Godwin Jones Michael Francisco ctober brings cooler weather and a pumpkin full of events at the Club. First, on October 4th we'll bring an end to the summer and cruising activities with our Flag Lowering Dinner Dance. Brett Small, our favorite One Man Band, will be on hand to provide the music, and Mark plans a delicious meal for all who attend. The Wilson Ellis Club Night on October 16th will feature our favorite historian, John V. Quarstein, with another of his fascinating stories. This year he will ruminate on the actions that led to World War 1. Be sure to make reservations early, as he is always popular. Two fun Friday Night Buffets, Oktoberfest (October 10th) and Halloween (October 31st) will round out the month's special events. Costumes for Halloween are encouraged, but not mandatory. Please note the following alert: After several months of monitoring our finances, it has become apparent that our food costs have increased to a point that is necessary to make some adjustments. As a result, from time to time, you will see an increase on some of our Friday nights pricing. This will occur when we serve a more expensive menu, such as snow crab legs, prime rib, etc. We are a private club operating on a break-even basis, and we will continue on that premise. Looking ahead: • November 8: Lobster Dinner, • November 15: Volunteers' Reception. If you volunteered your time during the year, and do not receive an invitation to this reception, please inform Godwin Jones, and he will add you to the list. Remember, this event is by invitation only. FROM THE MANAGER’S DESK TO SHOW OUR APPRECIATION for our hard working employees, we have initiated an “Employee of the Quarter” program. Each quarter we will highlight one of our staff in the Decklines. This quarter’s employee is Virginia Bell. Virginia is our longest tenured employee having served the Club for 12 years. During your next visit to the Club, please let Virginia know how much she is appreciated. he Board of Directors approved four membership applications on September 16. The approved applicants have been placed on the Waiting List, a current copy of which is posted on the club bulletin board: Richard A. (Dick) Urban of Deltaville; Sponsor: Mike Ailsworth John S. Sieg, Jr. of Hudgins; Sponsor: Will Story J. Chandler Hogg of Gloucester; Sponsor: Tom Flounders David (Dave) Mortimer of North; Sponsor: Tom Flounders The Waiting List currently has 34 approved member/applicants. Two new applications were presented to the Board on September 16. The names of the applicants are posted on the bulletin board until the Board meeting on October 21 so that any member may comment. Robert S. Chase of Richmond; Sponsor: Tim Hill Dennis J. McShane of Hudgins; Sponsor: Will Story Now is a great time to sponsor for membership that friend or someone who is moving to the area. The applicant will most likely be on the Waiting List for 16 months. While on the Waiting List, they may enjoy the club once a month at regular functions and also have addition privileges such as attending Club Nights and other special functions like the Flag Lowering dinner/dance, rent a slip, go on cruises. All this for a monthly cost lower than our dues. Any member may sponsor an applicant. All that is required is a completed application, payment of $675 application fee and a letter from the sponsor. Application forms may be obtained in person from the Club Manager or by e-mail from the Secretary or any Board member. Please keep the Secretary informed of any address, phone or e-mail address changes [email protected]. lag lowering is scheduled for October 4th. This marks the end of our yachting and summer schedule and the start of our fall schedule. Check the calendar of events, the Rear Commodore has October filled with some of our favorite fall activities. October is also when we scheduled the beginning of the construction for the roof over the deck project. Please excuse any dust and inconvenience the construction may cause. We will make every effort for the construction to have minimal impact on our members and club activities. Construction will begin about October 20th and take about five to six weeks. Carpeting has been ordered for the main dining room. It will be in four sections and positioned in the seating area. This will give the club manager the flexibility to remove sections of carpet, if necessary for special events. This will also help reduce the noise level we currently experience in this dining room. We expect the carpet to be delivered early in October. Fall Long Cruise — Fourteen boats participated in this fall’s cruise, designed to allow people to come and depart as needed, have fun, and visit some of our reciprocal yacht clubs. A 60% chance of rain and T-storms nixed the FBYC, but improved weather the next day, allowed the sail to Cape Charles where we enjoyed sundowners, good food in the restaurants, ice cream, walks in town and the unique shops. The trip to Hampton Yacht Club proved a very easy day. We had sundowners (of course) on the dock; the HYC commodore warmly welcomed us, followed by an excellent dinner. The following day some boats spit off for home or other clubs while a group motor-sailed up the James, past the Ghost Fleet, Jamestown, the plantations and wonderful scenery all along the way, such as this beautiful sunset, over Cobham Bay. What proved to be the last stop was Old Point Comfort Marina & Yacht Club as a threatening weather forecast prompted a consensus that it was time to head home. Still, a good time was had by all. DECKLINES October 2014 FLEET CAPTAIN THE SALE LOFT Donald “Chip” Kinsey he Fall Cruise got off to a late start on Saturday September 13. Weather prevented leaving on Friday as planned. Fleet Captain Chip Kinsey and spouse Peggy caught up with 30 cruise participants at the Hampton Yacht Club for sundowners on Monday September 15th. All enjoyed a great meal at Hampton Yacht Club later. Cruise Captain Jim Cowling and his wife Connie are doing a great job of leading the cruise up the mighty James River. Over the coming months I will be totally revising the reciprocal club list in the Mathews Yacht Club Members Handbook. If you have any suggestions, comments or input for the reciprocal club list please email me at [email protected]. Our next cruise is to the Urbanna Oyster Festival, Nov. 7 & 8. I need a cruise captain for this cruise because I will be out of town. If you are interested in serving, contact me at the email address above. Let’s have a great fall season. Fair Winds Cruise 2014 — Nine vessels and over 20 people all together joined in the cruise for a fun weekend in and around Mobjack Bay. Sea Dog & Puff provided the raft-up for the first evening in the Severn River anchorage; a good time was had by all. The next day sent the fleet up the East River off Woodas Creek where George & Martha Cummings hosted a potluck ashore. Then, it was down Mobjack and around New Point to the Horn Harbor Marina for, what else? More eating! It’s clear, MYC cruisers definitely travel on their stomachs as well as their sails.. FOR SALE – 10' Potomac 100ES, sit-in, kayak w/ double blade paddle and small storage compt. Color olive green. Like new cond. $200. Contact: Ted Williams, (804)695-0831 or email, [email protected] FOR SALE -- Haven 12 1/2 sailboat, the centerboard version of the classic Herreshoff 12 ½; carvel planked in pine over oak frames, ash deck, mahogany trim, and has a Marconi rig; lead keel makes her feel under sail like a much larger boat, giving her considerable stability (and senior appeal); includes sails, custom Triad trailer, full weather cover, electric trolling motor auxiliary, and other miscellaneous gear; well maintained and in excellent condition; available for a trial sail in Horn Harbor. Asking $18,500. Contact: Paul Vanden Bout, 434-242-6431, [email protected]. FOR SALE – Magma Stainless Steel Propane Kettle Boat Grill in a bag, complete with bracket to mount to a rail. It sells for $179.Very lightly used. It is for sale for $89, or best offer. Contact: Richard Goldstein 804-725-9249, or, [email protected]. S D L O FOR SALE – 2005 Boston Whaler -160 Dauntlessl, excellent condition; 16’ 3”, 115 hp/4 stroke Mercury engine w/min. hrs; Raymarine C-80 chart plotter/depth/fish, Clarion APX 480M amp & subwoofer, VHF; Bimini top, center console cover & complete boat cover; trailer. Located in Mathews; $17,500. New Price! Contact: Jack Ainslie 757-633-6540 FOR SALE – 1999 / 2000 model Cannon® Magnum 20 DT Electric Downriggers w/ 24" fixed booms, 250 ft. of SS cable, mechanical linecounter, rod holder and single universal line release; they have Cannon's fish-attracting fixed Positive Ion Control system; swivel not included. Used only in freshwater; over $2,500 value; new price $600. Just in time for Rockfish season Contact: Dave at 804-306-5183 NEWS FOR THE NEWSLETTER S ubmissions to Decklines and The Sale Loft are welcome, and should be sent by the 15th of the month to the Decklines Editor. email: [email protected] snail mail: 8903 Milbrae Place Richmond, VA 23236 FOR SALE – EZ Floating Dock; light beige, modular floating dock is 20’ x 13’- 4”; allows stowage of a 16 to 20 ft. vessel; includes winch, rollers, spare couplers and coupler-in-the-water installation tool. Located in Mathews; $4,500. Contact: Jack Ainslie 757-633-6540. New Price! FOR SALE – 32' Trojan cruiser; 13' beam & 30" draft; twin 350 Horizon engines, fuel injected & Elec. ignition; 4 fuel tanks new in 2004; new exhaust manifolds & hot water heater in 2008; 2 helm positions, down w/compass, depth/fish finder, marine & fm/am radios; up w/hard top bimini, compass, depth/fish finder, Garmin chart plotter, auto pilot & marine radio; swim platform & 10' Walker Bay dinghy, w/full sail kit & oars. Asking $22,999. Contact: John Machen 804 725 3099 FOR SALE – Scuba Gear, 2 sets: Men's&Women's BCs, wetsuits, fins; 2 aluminum tanks, regulators, gauges. 50 ft. air hose w/tank adapter. Tanks and gauges should be serviced before use. $500 for all. Contact: Pete Jennette 725-2454 FOR SALE - New Item—Fortress FX, 55 32 lb aluminum anchor, EC, includes chain and rode; suitable for 50 - 60 ft boat; cost new > $1000; asking $450. 1998 Kawasaki STX1100 Jet Ski; 2- place, 120 HP; new engine, jet drive and battery. 2005 trailer. $3500. Also, 2007 Honda 15 HP, 4-stroke OBM; used 1 hour, too much power for my inflatable. $2000. Contact: Davie Cottrell 804-815-9347 or email [email protected] MYC HOURS FOOD & BEVERAGE SERVICE Sunday Brunch 9:00 am - 1:00 pm Thursday and Friday Lunch 11:00 am – 2:00 pm Dinner 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm DINING RESERVATIONS CALL 804 725-3165 www.mathewsyachtclub.com DECKLINES SUN October 2014 MON TUE WED 5 6 7 9 8 11–2 Lunch Menu 6–9 Mom’s Home Cooking 9–1 Sunday Brunch 12 2 11–2 Lunch Menu 6–9 Mom’s Home Cooking End Sunday Brunch Lobster Dinner Volunteers Reception 2014 FRI 1 Coming in November October THU 13 14 15 9–1 Sunday Brunch 11–2 Lunch Menu 6–9 Famous Friday Buffet 11–2 Lunch Menu 6–9 Oktoberfest Buffet 16 11–2 Lunch Menu 6–9 Famous Friday Buffet 11–2 Lunch Menu 6–9 Wilson Ellis Club Night SAT 3 Flag-Lowering 4 Dinner Dance 5:30 ‘til 10 11 Saturday 17 Night Dinner 18 Ends for 19 20 21 22 9–1 Sunday Brunch 26 27 9–1 Sunday Brunch MATHEWS YACHT CLUB Yacht Club Road P. O. Box 671 Mathews, VA 23109 28 29 23 11–2 Lunch Menu 6–9 Mom’s Home Cooking 30 11–2 Lunch Menu 6–9 Mom’s Home Cooking 24 11–2 Lunch Menu 6–9 Famous Friday Buffet Urbanna cruise departs... 11–2 Lunch Menu 6–9 Halloween Buffet the Year 31 25
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