The Watch, July 2023

Year 2023 - ISSUE NO. 7 - July January

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GENERAL MANAGER MESSAGE

Dear Members,

It has been so wonderful seeing the sun shining and our members out on their boats enjoying the lake.

The Outrigger is busy as can be. We thank you so much for your patience as we iron out some logistics. We will be tweaking the menu a bit to be able to provide additional items.

July 4 is a Tuesday, and the Outrigger will have a buffet that day from 11-3. You will find the menu in the Watch on page 11. We will also have a DJ out by the pool!

We are selling gas at our cost - which is a SHM initiative that we are thankful our members can enjoy.

Here are some of the events happening this month: July 1st & July 4th events, Scotch & Cigars, Subs & Salad Bar, First Friday Music, and Stock Your Cellar to name a few. We look forward to seeing you out and about enjoying the club.

We can't wait for the The Outrigger deck to be finished for our members to enjoy, it is almost ready. Our Facilities Manager, Daniel, limbed the trees so the view is amazing.

Do you need your boat washed? If you do the Ship Store is happy to do this for you. Harry and his team are doing an amazing job with all of the Marina Services that we have to offer.

Sunday Buffets at the club are very popular! If you are new to the club, it won't disappoint. The food is amazing and the view is spectacular. We look forward to seeing our members at the Sunday Buffet. The buffet is from 11-2pm and our menu is served 12-3. Please be so kind as to make reservations as we want to make sure we have a table for you.

We hope you have a wonderful July here at your Safe Harbor Peninsula Yacht Club.

As always, it is a pleasure to serve you.

Kind Regards,

Kathee Dishner General Manager

We are very proud to announce that Jeff Barry, our Assistant General Manager, has accepted a position as General Manager in the Safe Harbor family. He will be managing Safe Harbor Aqualand in Flowery Branch, Ga. He enjoyed being back for the Poker Run. If you missed him, he will be back again for the lakewide member event!

NEW MEMBERS CLUB NEWS

MEET KAYLA!

Mr. & Mrs. Robert and Jeanne Hannigan

Mr. & Mrs. Kyle and Leslie Carse

Mr. & Mrs. Victor and Betsy Ferlaino

Mr. & Mrs. Jonathan and Helby Groot

Mr. & Mrs. Samuel and Whitney Ketner

Mr. & Mrs. Jason and Cynnamon Mathis

Mr. & Mrs. Micahel and Maura Shaffer

Mr. & Mrs. Robert and Stephanie Weimer

My name is Kayla Tharrington and I am a Davidson local, born and raised. Moved to the Appalachian mountains after high school to get my associates degree, to then follow my dreams of going to University of Wilmington North Carolina where I graduated with a bachelors degree majoring in Recreation/ Sports Leadership/ Tourism Management school of health and Applied Human Science.

Immediately after graduating, I began my 7 year journey with ‘Encore’s Best’ wedding planner, Melissa Burton with Knot Too Shabby Events, in the Wilmington area. From that job, I was discovered by a very popular venue called ‘Wrightsville Manor’ who asked me to be their Onsite Manager and Facilities Manager. This is where I learned the ins and outs of venue life, and all types of events and hospitality. I specialize in weddings considering I have done well over 500+ weddings but am capable of any type of event. I look forward to working on events with the SHPYC team and our members!

IMPORTANT DATES

July 1: Independence buffet

July 4th: Red, White, and Blue buffet at The Outrigger

July 8th: Cork Club Stock your Cellar

August 10th: Trivia in the bar

August 12th: Safe Harbor Day at the Lake Event

September 2nd: Labor Day Weekend

Lobster Fest

September 4th: Labor Day Buffet

October 13-15th: Pen Cup Weekend

Mr. & Mrs. Brian and Kate Wright

Mr. Frank Cepull

Mr. & Mrs. John and Rachel Caldwell

CHEF'S CORNER

Baby pork Ribs

Serves: 5-8 People

Directions

• RIBS

Ingredients

2 to 2 1/2 pounds baby back pork ribs

Salt and black pepper

SWEET AND SPICY BARBECUE

SAUCE

1 tablespoon olive oil

1/4 cup finely diced onion

1/2 teaspoon ground cumin

1/2 cup ketchup

1 tablespoon hot chili sauce

2 tablespoons light brown sugar

1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar

Salt and ground pepper, to taste

BBQ RIBS

*Heat oven to 275°. *If the ribs still have the thin membrane covering the back of the rack, remove it. See how in the notes section below. Season both sides of the ribs with a generous amount of salt and pepper. If you are using a spice rub, season the ribs with it now. Place the ribs, meat-side up, into a large roasting pan or rimmed baking sheet.

Cover the pan or baking sheet tightly with aluminum foil, and then bake until the meat falls easily from the bones, 2 ½ to 3 ½ hours.

BARBECUE SAUCE

While the ribs bake, make the barbecue sauce. Heat the olive oil in a saucepan over medium heat.

Add the onions and cook until soft and translucent, 5 to 8 minutes. Stir in the cumin and cook for an additional 30 seconds. Add the ketchup, hot chili sauce, brown sugar, and apple cider vinegar. Stir to combine, season with salt then cook for 2 minutes. Set aside in preparation for the ribs to finish roasting.

TO FINISH

Remove the ribs from the oven, discard the aluminum foil and generously brush both sides with barbecue sauce.

IN THE DINING ROOM

First Friday Music is always a fun time here at the Safe Harbor Peninsula Yacht Club. This month, we have Jeff Brown performing for our members while they dine in for dinner. Make sure to make reservations as this event fills up quick!

Taco Night was such a hit last month, we are bringing it back again! Come into the club to enjoy a full taco bar spread! From juicy meat fillings to delicious topping that will take your taco to the next level, we've got it all! If you get thirsty, be sure to pair your dish with our signature margarita!

This month we are offering a subs and salad bar for our members. Choices include: Turkey, ham, cheese, roast beef. If you can put it on a sandwich we'll have it! Want a sandwich but not bread? Try out our accompanied salad bar! We will have all the fixins that will currate the perfect salad dish for your lunch.

Please note there is a 48-hr cancellation policy on all club events.

CLUB EVENTS

The summer time is our season of fun! We have plenty of events for members to enjoy this month. First up we have the beloved Raft Up. Raft Up is when a bunch of members get together via boat and tie up into one long string of boats. Don't worry about packing food because Chef Andres will be out there cooking burgers and hotdogs for the crowd! Next up is Stock Your Cellar where you get to sit down with a sommelier and find the perfect wines to fill your cellar. The following week, we will be hosting a Yoga Flow out on the back lawn with YogaSix! Got kids? Bring them to the kid's movie night at the pool while you enjoy the Scotch & Cigars event!

BOATING & MARINA NEWS

BY: HARRY SMITH - MARINA MANAGER

Safe Harbor Peninsula Yacht Club Boat Rentals

Don’t have a boat? Maybe you’ve maxed out your personal boat and need another or have family and friends in town and need the extra space. Look no further! Take advantage of our 2 premium pontoons for rent. Great boats, super clean and well maintained.

If you do want to rent and have not taken the boaters safety course, we highly recommend doing so before making your reservation. If you haven’t driven a boat in while and just want to shake the dust off, give us a call or shoot us an email and we can provide a refresher course before you rent!

KNOW WHAT YOU’RE DOING BEFORE GETTING OUT ON THE WATER!!

Rental boats available at the club:

Bennington 2020 23SSRX Tritoon

Capacity: 11

150 HP Yamaha 4-Stroke Engine

Features: Bluetooth Stereo, Ski Tow Bar, Bimini Top, Swim Ladder, All Required Safety Equipment

Bennington 2020 24SSBX Tritoon

Capacity: 11

200 HP Yamaha 4-Stroke Engine

Features: Bluetooth Stereo, Ski Tow Bar, Bimini Top, Swim Ladder, Sun Pad, All Required Safety Equipment

The Bachmans

This month we meet The Bachmans! Jacob and Jolynn Bachman became members in 2015 before having kids. Since then they have brought three beautiful children into the world (pictured right).

The Bachman's moved to the local area and needed a place to keep their boat but also a place to help them plug into the community. Their cousins were already members here at the time and they felt this was the perfect place to accomplish those needs.

Jolynn shares how their kids have grown up at the club and they have experienced a lot of "firsts" here. She talked about how the club makes life easier because they know that their kids are not only welcomed but are recognized and cared for by the Safe Harbor Peninsula Yacht Club team. Through dinners, brunches, summer camps, kids activites, and events, the Bachman children have gotten to know the SHPYC team very well.

In addition to all the fun they have within the club they also spend a lot of time out on the water! When talking about their experience keeping their boat here, Jacob said, "we always know our boat is safe and secure" and continued by saying, "everyone knows this but Harry is the best!" and that they know if they need anything for their boat, the Ship's Store team has got them covered!

Jolynn values the accessibility to the lake they get by being members at SHPYC. She said, "what most out-oftowners may not understand is that with [Lake Norman] being a private lake, there's not much accessibility to it" which is why being members to the club comes with this great benefit of always having a way to get out on the Lake.

If you ever get the chance to meet the Bachmans around the club, you will see that they are such a joy to be around!

CLUB EVENTS

The Member Mixer will be held at The Commodore's Room this month. If you are new or have never been, this is a great way to mix & mingle with your fellow member community! There are complementary appetizers to munch on and beer to sip on while you get to know the people who make this club great! Make sure to let us know you're coming by registering online at www.peninsulayacht.com

Electric shock drowning is a term used in the US to describe a cause of death that occurs when swimmers are exposed to electric currents in the water. As a marina that supplies electricity to our boat slips, this is a term we hear and think about often. Join Harry Smith out on our gas dock as he goes through the ins and outs of this dangerous and lethal phenomenon. The class is free and could save you or someone else's life. Register online to let us know if you will be attending.

Who's ready to splish, splash, and party?! Come on down to the Safe Harbor Peninsula Yacht Club for a pool party! There will be a DJ to get the party started and pool games for the kids! While you're there, be sure to check out The Outrigger for delicous food and drinks! If you plan to come, let us know either by calling the club or going online to RSVP. See you there!

CLUB EVENTS

We love celebrating America so much that we are going to have not one but TWO Independence Day Celebrations! Starting with the 1st of July, we are hosting a buffet out on the Veranda with activities down in the Tent & Commodore's Room. Then on actual July 4th, we will be celebrating over at The Outrigger with food, games, and music!

Lastly, you will enjoy our very first lakewide member event! Next month all the Safe Harbor Marinas on Lake Norman will come to SHPYC to have the largest member party Safe Harbor Lake Norman has ever seen! You won't want to miss this. RSVP now online!

www.PeninsulaYacht.com

The Safe Harbor Peninsula Yacht Club FAMILY

SHPYC Dogs of the Month

Here we have Winston Maust, a 3-year-old Golden Retriever who belongs to our Membership & Events Director, Nikole Maust & her husband Tyler. Winston came into the Maust's life during the harsh times of COVID. Since then he has developed so many loves and favorites! For example, Winston is a lover of water and fetch. Combine the two, and you won't hear any gruff from him. His all time love though is cuddling with his humans. Winston is what we call a 100 lb. lap dog. His size will never get in the way of loving up on his favorite people in the whole wide world.

A recent change in Winston's life is that there is a new golden puppy addition, named Cali. This is Winston's new cousin that the Maust's will babysit from time to time. Though they have some fun moments together, let's just say Winston enjoys being the only child for the better part of his time at home with Mom & Dad.

Winston is nothing but love and joy! If you ever get the chance to meet him, he will make your day instantly better.

Do you have a fur baby that loves the spotlight? Send us a message! They just may be our next Dog of the Month!

DM:@safeharbor_peninsulayachtclub

Email:PYCmarketing@shmarinas.com

SUMMER CAMP 2023

WHOLE MONTH HAPPENINGS

Our Commodore's Hours are a great way to get to know your fellow members of the club. Typically these events are held three times a month in the Dining Room Bar. Please register online at www.peninsulayacht.com to let us know you're coming!

Is there ever really anything better than brunch on Sunday? These are the times to relax, enjoy time with family, and eat all the food you were too busy to eat during the work week! Sunday Brunch at The Safe Harbor Peninsula Yacht Club allows you to do all three all at once!

Come take a ride on the Nopkehee! With a maximum of eight people, your sunset cruise will be an intimate moment out on the Lake Norman waters. The boat offers bench seating inside the cabin which is the perfect place to enjoy some light hors d'oeuvres paired with a glass of wine or beer. If this sounds like an evening you would enjoy, head to our website www.peninsulayacht.com to register!

FLEET COMMITTEE NEWS

BY: MIKE LANG - 2023 POWER FLEET COMMANDER

Our 25th Annual Poker Run Weekend, held on June 23rd and 24th, was a huge success. We upped the ante this year, combining our Friday evening Dueling Pianos dinner and Saturday afternoon run on the lake with a new evening Chips for Charity casino night event, incorporating the traditional silent auction.

In addition to enjoying a beautiful day on the lake, the weekend was profitable all around, raising over $30,000 for our charities – Davidson-Cornelius Child Development Center, Levine & Dickinson Hospice House, and Calvin Newman Youth Boating Safety Fund. Congratulations as well to our Poker Run winners: Michael Kingsley, who took the $1,500 first place, J.D. Fulks, our $1,000 second place winner, and Kendra Winge, who took the $500 third place prize.

The Poker Run and Chips for Charity events are just two of the many events organized by the Fleet Committee for the benefit of our members – which also include our Lake History Tours, Family Fishing, and Raft Ups. These activities are only possible through the support of the many volunteers who pitch in; thanks to everyone who made the weekend possible. We can always use additional volunteers, so please let us know if you are interested in getting involved.

Let’s go sailing!

With a cool and wet June now behind us, Lake Norman sailing is as vibrant as ever. Upcoming events include:

• July 8 – Vessel Safety Check

• August 26 – Crew Party

• September 10 – Fall Fellow Series Race 1

• October 13 – 15th Annual Peninsula Cup Regatta

As always, please reach out with suggestions as to how to improve our Club’s sailing experience for both youth and adults!

To fair winds and following seas,

Tim Harbick

Next on the calendar is our Raft Up, on July 8th. We will meet in Reggie’s Cove - come out around 11:00 am, and remember to bring - and monitor - your marine VHF radio for rafting instructions. Registration and details will be available through the SHPYC calendar, and the event will include hamburgers, hot dogs, beverages, and live music. A shuttle from the Club will be available for those who do not wish to bring their boat.

SAILING SCENE

SOCIAL SCENE MEETING

The Social Committee is the perfect opportunity to get involved in club events and meet other members!

Next Meeting: July 6th

FLEET COMMITTEE MEETING

The Fleet Committee is a group of volunteer members who work in partnership with the SHPYC club management.

Next Meeting: July 8th

CLUB CONTACTS

General Manager

Kathee Dishner

704-892-9858

kdishner@shmarinas.com

Club Accountant

Ellen Henderson

704-892-9858 ext: 6502 ehenderson@shmarinas.com

Executive Chef

Andres Saborido

704-892-9858 ext: 6507 asaboridoalcaraz@shmarinas.com

Marina & Aquatics Manager

Harry Smith

704-892-9858 ext: 6514 hlsmith@shmarinas.com

Membership and Events Director

Nikole Taylor 704-892-9858 ext: 6505 ntaylor@shmarinas.com

Dining Room Manager

Katherine Armitage 704-999-2235

karmitage@shmarinas.com

Events Manager

Kayla Tharrington 704-999-2235 ext: 6510 ktharrington@shmarinas.com

Gary Treen Past Commodore Steve Hosler Commodore Chris Slocum Vice Commodore

Ryan Smalley Treasurer Dr. Mike Miltich Purser Yolanda Jones Secretary

Dave Krippene Sail Fleet Commander

Mark Benno Power Fleet Captain

Mike Lang Power Fleet Commander

Tim Harbick Sail Fleet Captain

Laura Wendt Social Committee

Charlie Hahl Sail Fleet Ensign

Bill Griesmyer Power Fleet Ensign

Eric Dana Safety & Education

Pamela Black Rear Commodore