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GENERAL MANAGER MESSAGE
Dear Members,
With the beautiful weather this July, we look forward to seeing everyone here at SHPYC! We have so many events for our members to enjoy.
Please follow us on Instagram and Facebook. We communicate to our members in 10 different ways!
Have you seen our pre-batch NOP-tails? It is served in a boat and serves up to 4-6 people. We have the Sunset Cooler, Golden Marg, Anchors Away, and Peach Tea. Let your server know if you are interested in having this fun NOP-tail.
We deliver your TO-GO orders right to your boat. All you have to do is call the hostess stand and we will be happy to bring your food to the gas dock or your slip!
The Summer Kid Program is off to a great start and Katherine is doing a fabulous job! If you want your child or grandchild to attend, please reach out to Karmitage@shmarinas.com
We hope you had a great time at the complimentary SHM LKN event here at the SHPYC in June. We enjoy seeing all of the Safe Harbor properties join together and celebrate.
Here are a couple of the great events you can enjoy this month: Fourth of July Pool Party on the 4th Prime Rib Night on the 9th All-American Member Mixer on the 11 (Complimentary hors d’oeuvres while supplies last) th Chef’s Grill on the 18th Raft-Up on the 19th Book Club on the 24th Field Day Friday for the kids on the 25th Margaritaville Party on the 26th
The flyers inside the newsletter will have more information!
Thank you to our members who make Safe Harbor Peninsula Yacht Club the wonderful club that it is.
As always, it is our pleasure to serve you, Kathee Dishner
General Manager
As a way to say thank you for recommending and sponsoring a new member, we will place the following sponsor "thank you" reimbursement on your account:
Member referring Yacht Member:
$250 credit to current Yacht Member
$250 credit to new Yacht Member
Member referring Social Member:
$250 credit to current Social Member Visit
referral guidelines.
CLUB CONTACTS
MAIN LINE | 704-892-9858
DIINING ROOM | 704-999-2235 SHIP’S STORE | 704-996-8575
General Manager
Kathee Dishner 704-892-9858
KDISHNER@SHMARINAS.COM
Assistant General Manager
Nikole Maust 704-892-9858
NMAUST@SHMARINAS.COM
Marina & Aquatics Manager
Harry Smith 704-892-9858 ext: 6514 HLSMITH@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
Dining Room Manager
Adam Burke 704-999-2235
JBURKE@SHMARINAS.COM
Club/Kids Program Manager
Katherine Armitage 704-892-9858 ext: 6504
KARMITAGE@SHMARINAS.COM
Events Manager
Claudia Tellez 704-995-9511
CTELLEZ@SHMARINAS.COM
August
Important Dates
August 2 - Calvin Newman Safety Seminar nd August 9 - Raft-Up th
August 13 - Burger Night th August 15 - Member Mixer th August 16 - Family Carnival th August 29 - Lobster Fest th August 30 - Field Day Friday th
Yacht Member
Alan & Julie Nilsson
Yacht Member
Bill Howells & Tracy Browning
Yacht Member
Mark & Karen Whitley
Yacht Member
David & Angela Edmondson
Social Member
Maureen Hart
Social Member
Wesley Knight & Claire Fedore
Social Member
James & Debra Bond
Social Member
Scott & Collette Worthing
Social Member
Landrum Fisher & Jennifer Krisko
Social Member
Andrew & Kristine Gates
Social Member
Matt & Brittany Dubin
SOUSCHEF MACKENZIE
Tips:
Make sure all your ingredients are room temperature so there are no lumps and so everything blends smoothly
Use a water bath to avoid cracks when baking
Put foil on the bottom and sides of the pan so no water gets in your cake
Run a knife around the cake when it comes out of the oven to let the steam escape
Add a strawberry compote topping or any other desired topping
New York Cheesecake
Ingredients
2 Cups Crushed Graham Crackers
½ Cup Melted Butter
1 Tbsp Sugar Crust
2 Pounds Room Temperature Cream Cheese
1 ⅓ Cup Sugar
Pinch of Salt
2tsp Vanilla Extract
4 Eggs
⅔ Cup Sour Cream
⅔ Cup Heavy Cream
Instructions
Preheat oven to 325°F
Crust:
Filling
1. Stir together until it feels like sand and then press into a sprayed springform pan
2. Bake for a couple of minutes and then cool completely to form a good crust
Filling:
1. Cream together the cream cheese, sugar, and salt until smooth
2. Scrape the bowl as needed to make sure you don’t get lumps of cream cheese
3. Slowly add the eggs in one at a time to make sure they all get incorporated
4. Add in the sour cream, vanilla, and cream until well blended
5. Bake for 1.5 hours, or until the center is set with only a slight wiggle
6. Cool to room temperature before cooling it all the way in the fridge
Buffet Menu
Adults $27++
Kids (4-12) $14++
Taco Bowl
Shrimp Ceviche
Enchiladas
Chipotle Salsa & Guacamole
Southwest Quesadillas
Surf & Turf Fajitas
Orange Flan Dessert
Buffet Menu
Adults $24++
Kids (4-12) $13++
BBQ Pork Hamburgers
Hot Dogs
Potato & Pasta Salad
Coleslaw
Watermelon
Assorted Cheeses
Lettuce,Tomato, Onion, Pickle
Cookies & Brownies
Speakeasy for a Cause & Poker Run Weekend Recap
FOR THE KIDS!
BOATING&MARINANEWS
BY:HARRYSMITH-MARINAMANAGER/MASTER
CAPTAIN
Boat Responsibly!
Here we are in the middle of another busy boating season! July is especially busy due to the July 4th holiday. During this time there are more boaters on the water which means more inexperienced and impaired boaters. No matter what level of boater you are, it is important to be educated.
In the state of NC, if born before January 1 , 1988, you must complete a NASBLA-approved boating education course before operating any vessel propelled by a motor of 10 HP or greater. Please do not get caught up on the date. This curriculum is good for all ages whether you ’ re a seasoned boater or a first-timer!
As mentioned, the curriculum is great and very beneficial but following it with on-the-water training, in my opinion, is just as important!
§75A-16.2. AN ACT SIGNED INTO LAW ON JULY 10, 2009 TO IMPROVE BOATING SAFETY BY REQUIRING BOATING SAFETY EDUCATION PRIOR TO OPERATING A VESSEL WITH A MOTOR OF TEN HORSEPOWER OR GREATER, AS RECOMMENDED BY THE JOINT SELECT COMMITTEE ON MANDATORY BOATING SAFETY EDUCATION.
(a) No person shall operate a vessel with a motor of 10 horsepower or greater on the public waters of this State unless the operator has met the requirements for boating safety education.
(b) A person shall be considered in compliance with the requirements of boating safety education if the person does one of the following: (1) Completes and passes the boating safety course instituted by the Wildlife Resources Commission under G.S. 75A-16.1 or another boating safety course that is approved by the National Association of State Boating Law Administrators (NASBLA) and accepted by the Wildlife Resources Commission; (2) Passes a proctored equivalency examination that tests the knowledge of information included in the curriculum of an approved course; (3) Possesses a valid or expired license to operate a vessel issued to maritime personnel by the United States Coast Guard; (4) Possesses a State-approved nonrenewable temporary operator’s certificate to operate a vessel for 90 days that was issued with the certificate of number for the vessel, if the boat was new or was sold with a transfer of ownership; (5) Possesses a rental or lease agreement from a vessel rental or leasing business that lists the person as the authorized operator of the vessel; (6) Properly displays Commission-issued dealer registration numbers during the demonstration of the vessel; (7) Operates the vessel under onboard direct supervision of a person who is at least 18 years of age and who meets the requirements of this section; (8) Demonstrates that he or she is not a resident, is temporarily using the waters of this State for a period not to exceed 90 days, and meets any applicable boating safety education requirements of the state or nation of residency; (9) Has assumed operation of the vessel due to the illness or physical impairment of the initial operator, and is returning the vessel to shore in order to provide assistance or care for the operator; (10) Is registered as a commercial fisherman or a person who is under the onboard direct supervision of a commercial fisherman while operating the commercial fisherman’s boat; or (11) Provides proof that he or she was born before Jan. 1, 1988. Any person who operates a vessel with a motor of 10 horsepower or greater on the waters of this State shall, upon the request of a law enforcement officer, present to the officer a certification card or proof that the person has complied with the provisions of this section.
(c) Any person who violates a provision of this section or a rule adopted pursuant to this section is guilty of an infraction, as provided in G.S. 14-3.1. The court shall assess court costs for each violation but shall not assess a penalty. A person may not be convicted of violating this section if, when tried for the offense, the person produces in court a certification card or proof that the person has completed and passed a boating safety course in compliance with subdivision (b)(1) of this section.
(d) No unit of local government shall enact any ordinance or rule relating to boating safety education, and this law preempts all existing ordinances or rules.
(e) An operator of a personal watercraft on the public waters of this State remains subject to any more specific provision of law found in G S 75A-13 3
Boating & Marina News
We are thrilled to share that the weekend of June 20–21 was an outstanding success, thanks to our charity fundraising events the Speakeasy for a Cause and Silent Auction and our 27th annual Poker Run. The energy, generosity, and camaraderie of those who participated made it truly unforgettable Heartfelt thanks go out to everyone who made it all possible: the club’s members and guests, event sponsors, wonderful volunteers, generous donors, and especially SHPYC and its dedicated staff.
We were blessed with perfect weather for Friday evening’s highly anticipated Speakeasy for a Cause and Silent Auction The weekend kicked off on a meaningful note as we raised $18,700 in support of our charitable partners: Davidson-Cornelius Child Development Center, VIA Health Partners (Levine & Dickson Hospice House), and the Calvin Newman Youth Boating Education Fund.
Saturday’s Poker Run brought excitement on and off the water, offering a perfect blend of competition and community spirit. A huge thank-you to our eight incredible sponsors whose support made this event possible: Talley’s Pier 77 Marine, Foreign Cars Charlotte, Windsor Jewelers, Law Firm Carolinas, Mission Enterprises II, Promo Threads, Murphy Business Sales, and United Community Bank Also, congratulations to this year’s Poker Run winners, who played smart hands and walked away with fantastic cash prizes!
These events represent just a few highlights from the diverse lineup organized by the Fleet Committee for the enjoyment of the club’s members. Others include the Car & Classic Boat Show, Lake History Tours, Pancake Breakfast, Family Fishing, Raft Ups, Pirate Treasure Hunt, and our sailing events such as the Icicle Series, Spring Fellowship Regatta, Fall Fellowship Regatta, and our signature sailing event the Pen Cup. None of these would be possible without the energy and commitment of our incredible volunteers. If you are looking for a rewarding way to get involved, we would love to have you join us!
Please note: Participation in Fleet events, the club’s boating activities (i e safety courses), and volunteer efforts all contribute to point accumulation toward the Power Boater of the Year, Yachtsman of the Year, and Volunteer of the Year awards, which will be presented at the Commodore’s Ball in early 2026.
Lastly, mark your calendars for our second Raft Up of the season on July 19, themed “Freedom & Patriotism” in celebration of Independence Day. Come dressed in your favorite red, white, and blue for an afternoon of fun on the water More details are shared in The Watch and the club’s Happenings In the meantime, we wish everyone a safe and memorable Fourth of July holiday, and we look forward to seeing you at future events!
THESAILINGSCENE
Summer has arrived and with it the vagaries of the breezes on Lake Norman! Nonetheless, the Wednesday Night Series that the club co-sponsors with the Outrigger Yacht Club is well along and going strong Every Wednesday, some 20 or so sailing yachts head out to race "round the buoys” just outside our harbor The breezes are what the breezes are it does not deter the sailors from the fun! If you would like to join them for a race, just reach out to Mark Cook, Sail Fleet Captain, and he’ll set you up.
Also, if you have the sailing itch, come to the Sail Crew Party at the club on August 24 This is a fun ‘meet ’n greet’ for skippers to meet potential crew and vice versa. No experience necessary, come and learn. Check out the weekly Happenings email blasts for details.
It won’t be long though before the winds strengthen and the fall sailing schedule kicks off in early September The PYC Fleet Committee hosts the Fall Fellowship Series, casual racing held in the afternoon on four consecutive Sundays in September: 9/7, 9/14, 9/21 and 9/28 The best part is the competitor camaraderie in the SHPYC bar following each race! Watch this space for details The Notice of Race on Regatta Network can be found here: https://www.regattanetwork.com/event/30001
Then, in early October, the Fleet Committee and SHPYC will be holding the 33 Annual Peninsula Cup Regatta, our preeminent sailing event! Stay tuned for all the details of the fun weekend as we get closer.
Fair winds and calm seas!
Wes Bray
Rear Commodore
HOURS OF OPERATION 2025 FLEET COMMITTEE
Dining Hours
Monday 11:00 am -3:00 pm
Tuesday CLOSED
Wednesday 11:00 am - 9:00 pm
Thursday - Saturday 11:00 am - 10:00 pm
Sunday 11:00 am - 9:00 pm
Marina Hours
Monday-Thursday 9:00 am - 6:00 pm
Friday-Saturday 9:00 am - 8:00 pm
Sunday 9:00 am - 7:00 pm
*Gas available during marina hours only
Outrigger Hours
Tuesday-Sunday 11:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Social Scene Meeting
The Social Committee is the perfect opportunity to get involved in club events and meet other members!
Next Meeting: Thursday, July 10th
Fleet Committee Meeting
The Fleet Committee is a group of volunteer members who work in partnership with the SHYPC management. Next Meeting: Saturday, July 12th
Richard Lloyd-Roberts Power Fleet Commander
Chris Slocum Past Commodore Pamela Black Commodore
Tim Harbick Vice Commodore Wes Bray Rear Commodore
Ryan Smalley Treasurer
Eric Dana Power Fleet Captain Dr. Mike Miltich Purser Yolanda James Secretary
Greg Polek Sail Fleet Commander Michelle Sandridge Social Chair Jennifer Hess Power Fleet Ensign
Steven Sellin Sail Fleet Ensign
Jason Winge Safety & Education
Mark Cook Sail Fleet Captain
JULY 2025
Tuesday, July 1 : Taco Tuesday @ Outrigger st
Thursday, July 3 : Wine Down Cruise rd
Friday, July 4 : BBQ Pool Party th
Friday, July 4 : All You Can Eat Crab Leg Buffet th
Friday, July 4 : Commodore’s Hours th
Sunday, July 6 : Sunday Brunch th
Tuesday, July 8 : Taco Tuesday @ Outrigger th
Wednesday, July 9 : All You Can Eat Prime Rib th
Thursday, July 10 : Wine Down Cruise th
Friday, July 11 : All American Member Mixer th
Saturday, July 12 : Paired Wine Dinner th
Sunday, July 13 : Sunday Brunch th
Tuesday, July 15 : Taco Tuesday @ Outrigger th
Thursday, July 17 : Wine Down Cruise th
Friday, July 18 : Chef’s Grill th
Friday, July 18 : Commodore’s Hours th
Friday, July 18 : Make Your Own Kite Activity th
Saturday, July 19 : Raft-Up th
Sunday, July 20 : Sunday Brunch th
Tuesday, July 22 : Taco Tuesday @ Outrigger nd
Thursday, July 24 : Book Club th
Thursday, July 24 : Wine Down Cruise th
Friday, July 25 : Field Day Friday th
Friday, July 25 : Beverage Market th
Saturday, July 26 : Margaritaville Party th
Sunday, July 27 : Sunday Brunch th
Tuesday, July 29 : Taco Tuesday @ Outrigger th
Wednesday, July 30 : Dining In The Dark th
Thursday, July 31 : Tapas Night st
Thursday, July 31 : Wine Down Cruise st
