July Breeze

July 2021

How NOT to use a winch...

July Festivities

BIRTHDAYS

7/3 Audrey Weber

7/5 Ross Cummings

7/10 Heather Jager

7/10 Layla Weber

7/15 Keith Webster

7/23 Dave Porter

7/23 Gus Shempp

7/28 Brian Bish

ANNIVERSARIES

7/2 Ken & Dolly Rozycki

7/30 Mark & Donna Hall

Babes gone sailing!

On June 19 we had the privilege to host a handful of brave and adventurous women for our Babes on the Bay event! This was a ladies-only crash course / intro to sailing. During the short lecture, we discussed parts of a boat, terminology, points of sail, wind direction and basic sailing theory. Mother Nature graciously held off the storms and we got to spend a little bit of time on the water where everyone took a turn at the tiller. While the afternoon threatened with gloomy skies, we continued with knots, and eventually with a capsize recovery drill on a Sunfish.

Awesome job to all of our participants, and as always huge thank you to all volunteers who helped in any way. We couldn't be teaching without you!

Steak Fry 2021

Another great night at PCC!

The annual club steak fry, which kicks off the social season, was once again a successful event. Almost 90 people were in attendance. Weather was a little cool and those who raced had some great winds.

Kudos to Tom and Melinda Ristvey and Pam and Tom Ambrass for their time and effort in planning the event. An event like this is no easy task. As usual, the 8oz fillets were tender and juicy and sure tantalized the taste buds plus the sides that were available hit the spot. The hors d'oeuvre table could not have been better. Thanks to all who brought them. Thanks also to those who brought the desserts. A grand assortment to top off the evening.

SMALL BOAT INSTRUCTOR

2-day evaluation course scheduled at PCC

August 26 & 27, 2021

We have been approved by US Sailing to host the 2-day in-person evaluation for Sailing Instructor Course here at PCC. You must complete the 10-day online portion first. Upon successful passing of the online course, you may register for the in-person evaluation. Note: you may participate in ANY scheduled 2-day evaluation that fits your schedule and location.

Register for the on-line course here. ($250) ***NOTE: US Sailing has just posted several courses in early August! Grab a spot before they fill up!

Questions? Contact Lidia.

Family Picnic

Saturday, July 3 @ 2PM

FAMILY PICNIC: July 3rd 2PM

The annual Family Picnic is always a fun time for the entire family and guests. Hot dogs, hamburgers baked beans and mac n' cheese are provided by the club and members are requested to bring a side dish to share. After the food and land festivities, join us for a raft up to watch the fireworks on the lake! Cost: FREE!

Click here for more information!

RSVP's are required to ensure we have enough food prepared.

Please RSVP to: Pam Ambrass

Kids Day on the Bay

Saturday, July 17 @ 9AM

Registration is now OPEN! Kids Day on the Bay will once again provide a chance for our youngest members to understand basic sailing terminology and theory and take a turn at the tiller! Space is limited and registrations will be accepted on first come-first serve basis so reserve your spots now.

What to bring:

Coast guard approved and well fitting lifejacket (required)
Lunch
Water bottle
Sunscreen
Hat
Sailing gloves
Towel/swim suit/change of clothes

Open to kids and grandkids of our members, ages 6 and up!

RSVPs are required for this event - please register here by July 10.

Questions? Contact Lidia.

Meet the crew!

Over the past couple of months, we have been including "Meet the crew" series, so that you all can get to know the folks who make sure PCC runs smooth. If you are new to the club, don't hesitate to bug these people for advice, it's their job!

Catch up on previous editions in prior Breeze posted on our Website.

Gene Soriano

Gene serves in double role as membership chair, and geese patrol officer. Call him if you’d like a tour, or if you have any great ideas how to get rid of geese on our property.

Read more here!

COLEVILLE RETURNS!

Join us on Saturday, August 28 at 7:30PM as Coleville returns to PCC.

Our very own Ryan and Jamie Paglia will take the stage and provide live entertainment for the evening.

See you then!

WELCOME: the Bercis Family

Becky Bercis stumbled upon PCC just a couple of weeks ago when she attended Babes on the Bay on June 19. She instantly fell in love with the place and people, because how could you not?

Please welcome Becky, Bob, Cole (15) & Lexi (9) when you see them around.

Welcome to the PCC Family!

A HUGE THANK YOU!

Big thanks to Gordon Fraser and Brian and Michelle Bish for all of the work they've done to improve things around the club! Gordon, who painted the clubhouse deck, and Brian and Michelle who have been fixing up the landscaping around the clubhouse, all took on these projects without being asked and have not only dedicated a lot of time, but money as well.

Thanks to Gene Soriano as well for his continuing efforts to ward off the geese around the club grounds and docks! Not only is Gene keeping the geese away, but he's also making the club more "flashy"!

Thank you to anyone else that may have done something to make the club a better place, whether planting something, cleaning something, or donating money for various projects. All are greatly appreciated!

RULES AND REGULATIONS

With activity at the club picking back up it's a good time to review the Rules and Regulations. Remember that these apply not only to members but guests as well.

We've had some raccoon issues lately as well so please ensure that if you are the last one out of the clubhouse that you close all of the doors for the night.

SPEED LIMIT = 5 mph.

Input to our monthly newsletter is encouraged and greatly appreciated! Please email articles and photos to Breeze Editor in Chief, Lidia Gray at szarak2000@yahoo.com by the 25th of each month.