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Newsletter Vol. 43, No. 11 November 2019
Photos-Brenda Davis, Carole Miller, Debbie Galbraith Editor-Jon Galbraith
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One evening years ago, as Debbie and I were exploring Italy, we struggled
with our rudimentary Italian while attempting to compliment our waiter
on a delicious meal. He laughed over the two words we were confusing, and clarified for us that buonissima is used for something you’re eating,
whereas bellissima is used for something you’re looking at. “Incredibly
delicious” versus “stunningly beautiful.” If you were fortunate enough to
join us in the clubhouse last month for Ken and Susan Olsen’s Rustic
Italian Dinner I think you’ll agree with me that, in this case, both words
were appropriate. The clubhouse looked spectacular with streamers of sparkling white
lights and long tables covered in crisp white linens, decorated with flowers and bottles of wine and olive oil. The waitstaff was decked out in black and white, Italian-themed dinner
music filled the air, and a slideshow of scenes from the Italian countryside played in the
background as glasses of Prosecco and trays of appetizers were served. Gere-a-Deli
catered a delicious feast of chicken marsala, pasta, and roasted vegetables, which the
SBYC waitstaff plated and brought to the tables so quickly that everybody dined simultaneously. It was truly a perfect evening. Bellissima and buonissima, all at once.
In addition to thanking hosts Ken and Susan for planning such a wonderful event, here’s a
huge thank you to their crew of Dottie and Mike Price, Anne and Rob Hays, Randi and
Dale Freidig, Patty and Ray Mueller, Ashley Sweeney and Michael Barclay, Kim and
Mike Kusilek, Carole and Sonny Miller, and Debbie Galbraith. These fine folks hustled like crazy throughout the evening to keep everyone’s glasses and plates filled and to help
complete Susan and Ken’s vision of a classic Italian feast.
We also conducted our annual election of officers at the October dinner per our club’s
By-Laws. It is with great pleasure that I present to you our 2020 Board of Directors:
Ken Olsen, Commodore Don Chandler, Trustee
Gail Romero, Rear Commodore Jennifer Johnston, Trustee Dennis Largé, Treasurer Larry Lien, Trustee
Sherry Granner, Secretary Jon Galbraith, Staff Commodore
Congratulations to our new board members, as well as to those of you who are continuing to serve next year, and a huge thank you to outgoing officers Dave Latimer, Susi
Holleman, and Clark Scarboro. As you may notice, we currently have vacancies in
the positions of Vice Commodore and Fleet Captain. We anticipate making
announcements regarding those two positions in the forthcoming weeks.
Looking ahead, we have finalized our club’s schedule of events for 2020, which we’ve
published on page 4. Get out your pens and calendars because you won’t want to miss a
thing. And 2019 isn’t done yet, either. Our next event “Guess Who’s Coming To Dinner” hosted by Dave and Mari Latimer, is on Saturday, November 16. The format of this
dinner promises to be great fun. Registrations have closed; if you somehow missed out
and didn’t sign up, contact Dave at [email protected] or (541) 350-8928. And, if you are already registered, Dave and Mari will be in touch with you shortly with more details.
Right on the heels of the November dinner, online registration for this year’s
Commodore’s Ball will open at 5:00 PM on Sunday, November 17. This popular dinner
always sells out quickly so don’t hesitate to sign up. I have it on good authority that the crew is planning quite an event. See the flyer on page 5 for details.
One final thought this month. As the days get cooler and darker, the docks in our marina
and the swim steps on our boats are getting slippery. When you’re heading down to check
on your boat this fall and winter, please watch your step and pay attention to what you’re doing. Remember that there are probably aren’t many people nearby to lend a hand if you
get yourself into a jam, so let’s just all play it safe out there. Thank you!
From the Helm—Jon Galbraith, Commodore
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Vice Commodore—Ken Olsen
I’d like to thank everyone who attended our October dinner and cast votes at the annual Business Meeting. You unanimously approved a couple of important housekeeping items in
our By-Laws and some outstanding nominees to our Board of Directors, and also approved the
advancement of several current board members onward into 2020. I'd like to offer a big thank
you to our outgoing Secretary Susi Holleman, Fleet Captain Dave Latimer, and Trustee Clark
Scarboro. It has been a pleasure serving with you all and I appreciate all your support during the past year.
It must be reported that our Rear Commodore, Laurie Wishkoski, has asked to be relieved of Club duties as
she deals with a serious health issue. Laurie has been extremely active in the community, not only with the
Yacht Club, but also on the Community Board of Directors, and all the committee assignments that entails.
She now needs to reduce her community obligations to focus on a wellness program. We wish her a speedy recovery. During her vacancy, we will be seeking a Vice Commodore for the 2020 year and will hold the
opportunity for Laurie to step back in if she wishes.
Now that our annual election is behind us, we will also be working to fill our club’s many appointed positions
for next year. I’m hoping that those of you who are currently volunteering for one of these positions will say
“Yes!” when I call to confirm your participation for another year. Currently I know of four openings: Club
Medic, Summer BBQ Coordinator, Photographer, and Training Coordinator. Please contact me if you are
interested.
Finally, and importantly, watch your mailbox for your 2020 dues statements, coming later this month. As
always, your statement will include a copy of your contact information for your review. That information
determines, among other things, how your entry in the 2020 Member Directory will appear, so please take a close look at your address, phone numbers, emails, boat information, etc., and let us know if anything needs
to be corrected or updated.
New Member Coordinator—Linda Olsson
It was a dark and stormy night...
But, the new Member Reception was warm and bright! Thank you to all who braved the
weather to enjoy an opportunity to meet up and learn what makes SBYC so special. We are all blessed to live in this beautiful community, and have the many opportunities and activities to
volunteer where we can share a little of our time, and reap such great rewards in friendships,
laughter, and wonderful memories.
Also, a big, big thank you to Elizabeth Scott for sharing her gracious home.
And, please welcome new members: Dave Mills and Cate Schultz, along with Michael and Cynthia
Shannon. We look forward to meeting you in the very near future.
Cheers, Linda Olsson
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From the Charthouse—Fleet Captain, Dave Latimer
Ahoy Mates,
Reflecting on the 2019 cruising season, we had some great cruises that were extremely well
attended, perhaps setting some records for the club! Our port hosts and their teams did an
outstanding job across the board, and their efforts are very much appreciated.
Here is an update on our 2020 cruising plans:
Shakedown Cruise – Anacortes – April 17-19 (2 nights).
Roche Harbor Cruise – June 7-10 (3 nights).
Commodore’s Cruise – Gulf Islands – July 8-17 (9 nights)
Sucia Island End-of-Season Cruise – September 9-11 (2 nights)
We’ve had a couple of changes in the Commodore’s Cruise due to a scheduling conflict with another club at
one of the ports. So, here is the revised detail. Dates listed are the nights we will be at each port.
July 8-9 – Port Browning
July 10-11 – Ganges July 12-14 – Telegraph Harbor
July 15 – Maple Bay
July 16 – Roche Harbor
We will also offer a northbound option, for those cruisers planning to head north after the cruise. Those
cruisers would head to Silva Bay on Gabriola Island, just outside of Gabriola Passage, after Telegraph
Harbor for a two-night stay July 15-16.
Also, we will plan an informal gathering at Prevost Harbor on Stuart Island on July 7, anchoring out, grabbing a mooring buoy, or commandeering the dock! This stop will be unhosted but will be a nice way to
kick off the cruise and place us very close to our first stop at Port Browning. Note that if you have Nexus,
you can check in directly at Port Browning, skipping a stop at Bedwell Harbor.
Lastly, I wanted to thank the club and all its members for the opportunity to serve as your Fleet Captain in 2019. I encourage any cruiser, particularly newer members, to consider volunteering for this job in the
future. It takes some effort, but it is quite rewarding to work with the port hosts to make our cruises fun
and memorable.
Safe cruising, Dave
2019 Lighted Christmas Boat Parade
We’ve been invited again this year to participate in Swinomish Yacht
Club’s annual Lighted Christmas Boat Parade, Saturday evening,
December 7. The parade will begin at 6:00 PM. Larry Lien has
graciously volunteered to be SBYC’s parade coordinator again this
year. Any SBYC boaters who would like to participate should get in touch with Larry at [email protected] or (360) 631-1880.
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2019 / 2020 CALENDAR
NOVEMBER 4 TRAINING - WAYNE GILHAM’S RBAW UPDATE
16 DINNER - DAVE AND MARI LATIMER
DECEMBER
7 SWINOMOSH YACHT CLUB’S CHRISTMAS BOAT PARADE 14 COMMODORE’S BALL
JANUARY 6 TRAINING 18 SOUP DINNER
FEBRUARY 3 TRAINING 15 CRAB FEED (HOST NEEDED)
MARCH 2 TRAINING
21 DINNER (HOST NEEDED)
APRIL
4 FIRE EXTINGUISHER CERTIFICATION 17-19 SHAKEDOWN CRUISE
MAY 2 OPENING DAY
JUNE
6 USCG SAFETY INSPECTIONS 7-10 CRUISE - ROCHE HARBOR 26 FRIDAY NIGHT BBQ
JULY 8-16 COMMODORE’S CRUISE - GULF ISLANDS 31 FRIDAY NIGHT BBQ
AUGUST 28 FRIDAY NIGHT BBQ
SEPTEMBER 9-11 CRUISE - SUCIA ISLAND
19 PAST COMMODORES’ DINNER - GALBRAITHS
OCTOBER
5 TRAINING 17 DINNER (HOST NEEDED)
NOVEMBER 2 TRAINING 21 DINNER (HOST NEEDED)
DECEMBER 5 CHRISTMAS BOAT PARADE W/SWINOMISH YACHT CLUB 12 COMMODORE’S BALL
Pierce Hoover 11/1
Joanne Knutson 11/2
Linda Olsson 11/2
Barney Loucks 11/3
Linda Adams 11/4
Marnie Lee 11/4
Trustee/Past Commodore Clark Scarboro 11/4
Sandy Strutzel 11/5
Diana Greer 11/6
Gayle Sabin 11/6
Jan Meuter 11/7
Janet Malseed 11/9
Pien Ellis 11/10
Kinsey Jackson 11/10
Roger Meuter 11/10
John Cline 11/11
Louise Kari 11/11
Carol McGarry 11/13
Mark Stephens 11/14
Ginny Houser 11/15
Brian Boyd 11/17
Wesley Brandt 11/17
Ilse Gee 11/17
Don Bloye 11/19
Janet Bargmeyer 11/20
Julie Jones 11/20
Teresa Prescott 11/22
Past Commodore Kirsten Chandler 11/23
Kristy Larson 11/23
Bud Myers 11/24
Richard Wisniewski 11/26
Carolyn Bushey 11/27
Carol Dorton 11/27
Jeanice Veselka 11/29
Earl & Louise Kari 11/4/1972 47 Years
Bruce & Gail Romero 11/11/2000 19 Years
John & Anne Lastelic 11/12/1983 36 Years
Syd & Kay Arrowsmith 11/20/1982 37 Years
Douglas & Barbara Crim 11/23/1973 46 Years
Pat & Carol McGarry 11/25/1967 52 Years
Ronald & Patricia Kostanich 11/26/1971 48 Years
Bill & Susi Holleman 11/29/1976 43 Years
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2019 Shelter Bay Yacht Club
Commodore’s Ball
Honoring Commodore Jon Galbraith
and First Mate Debbie
Saturday, December 14, 2019
5:30 PM Happy Hour —
A special Commodore’s Cocktail
will be served (or BYOB)
Swearing in of 2020 Officers
Dinner and Dancing to Follow
Dinner includes your choice of Prime Rib or Salmon
Wine is included
Catered by Gere-a-Deli
Live Music provided by Mama Dirty Skirt
Cost per person: $47
Registration opens November 17
Giving Tree proceeds will go to Friendship House of Mount Vernon
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Upcoming SBYC Training
Please join us on Monday, November 4 in the clubhouse at 6:30 PM for a presentation by Wayne Gilham,
past president (and current vice president) of the Recreational Boating Association of Washington (RBAW).
Wayne will update us on RBAW’s recent accomplishments and upcoming initiatives. Many thanks go to
Richard Wisniewski who arranged for Wayne to join us.
Remember that our club still needs a Training Coordinator. The Training Coordinator is an official club
position that’s appointed by the Commodore; this person makes arrangements for a presenter to host a 1-2
hour educational session, monthly during October through April, on topics usually (but not necessarily) related to boating and other marine-related activities. We have many great suggestions for topics but need
someone to follow through with the details. If you’re interested, please contact Ken Olsen at
[email protected] or (425) 890-9415 for more information.
SBYC RECIPROCAL PROGRAM
We’ll continue to refine and improve our reciprocal program during the fall and winter as we look towards
next summer’s cruising season. You can help by offering the use of your slip while your boat is away. You
will be reimbursed $15 for each night your slip is occupied by a guest’s boat. Only slips on the lettered
docks (A-J) in the Shelter Bay marina may participate (slips on private docks are not eligible).
We know that SBYC’s continued ability to offer reciprocal moorage benefits is extremely important to many
of you. Your active participation in helping ensure we have slips to offer our guests is critical for this
benefit to continue. Please contact Jon Galbraith at (360) 630-5404 or [email protected] if you
would like more information.
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SBYC 2019 OFFICERS AND TRUSTEES
Commodore Jon Galbraith 360-630-5404 [email protected]
Vice Commodore Ken Olsen 425-890-9415 [email protected]
Rear Commodore Laurie Wishkoski 253-209-9474 [email protected]
Fleet Captain Dave Latimer 541-350-8928 [email protected]
Treasurer Dennis Largé 206-484-8441 [email protected]
Secretary Susi Holleman 509-990-7222 [email protected]
Staff Commodore Terry Sigmond 360-333-5510 See directory or web site for personal email
Trustee Clark Scarboro 360-466-1367 See directory or web site for personal email
Trustee Don Chandler 360-466-1555 See directory or web site for personal email
Trustee Jennifer Johnston 360-399-1124 See directory or web site for personal email
SBYC Logo Items For Sale - Order Now!
Below is a list of embroidered SBYC logo items on-hand available to Club Members for
purchase at cost. Items may also be purchased from our online catalog at
sbyc.cleverkathydesigns.com. Janet Cheetham will be glad to assist you with any
questions you may have, share a catalog, and/or help you with filling out your purchase order. You can contact Janet at [email protected].
Items for Sale for Women & Men in variety colors: Twill Caps, Long Sleeve Denim Shirts, Sweatshirts (hooded, zipped, crew), Short Sleeve Polo Shirts, Reversible Vests, Poplin Jacket, SBYC Burgees in three
sizes: 11.5” x 16”, 12.5" x 18.5" and 14.5" x 21.5".
The online catalog has much more for you to choose from as well. Contact Janet for current pricing and
assistance with ordering.
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Interested in becoming a member of the SBYC? Applications for membership are available on line at
www.ShelterBayYachtClub.org under Membership, or in the Shelter Bay Community Office.
olphin—November 2019 Newsletter
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