The Watch, June 2022

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June 2022

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January 2022

Safe Harbor - Peninsula Yacht Club-

Fleet Commissioning 2022

GENERAL MANAGER MESSAGE Dear Members, Summer is finally here and we are ready! Camps have underway and the pool is open every day now.

Welcome to all of our new members. We are so happy to have you with us!

We have the Fleet Committee’s Poker Run June 17-18 with a Silent Auction that never disappoints. Dueling Pianos is always full so make your reservations online as soon as you can. If you would like to be a part of the Poker Run, contact Mike Lang at homemsl@aol.com.

Family fishing will be on Sunday, June 12th. It’s a catch and release that is fun for the whole family. There are more details in this newsletter.

Back by popular demand is Sushi Night on the 9th, Salad and Baked Potato Bar will be on the 16th, Prime Rib on the 24th.

Please call and make your reservations so that we can better serve you.

We will be making short videos to keep you updated on the pool, bar and grill. Please be on the lookout for them very soon.

Wine down cruises are back. What a lovely way to end the day with a wine down cruise on the Nopkehee. Please contact Tamara Martin at events@peninsulayacht.com for reservations.

We appreciate our members and we look forward to seeing you at the club.

With kind regards, Kathee Dishner General Manager

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Pool Bar, Grill, and Restrooms have broken ground!

CLUB EVENTS WELCOME NEW MEMBERS MR. AND MRS. PATRICK & BARBARA MURPHY MR. AND MRS. STUART WADDEY & CHRIS PENELLO MR. AND MRS. ARUNDEEP & SEHEJ KAHLON MR. JORDAN LITCHKO & MS. AMY NEELY MR. CHRISTIAN SULLIVAN MS. KAREEMA EADY & MR. JESSIE LAMPKIN MR. AND MRS. ROBERT & COLLEEN MARUSTER MR. AND MRS. ANTHONY & KELSEY KRIZE MR. DAVID FUERST MR. AND MRS. CHRIS & JONI ROBERSON MR. AND MRS. RICHARD & CAROL BRIER MISS LAURA WENDT MR. AND MRS. JONATHAN & ELIZABETH BRADY MR. AND MRS. CHRIS AND SALLY ASHWORTH

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CLUB EVENTS

Please note there is a 48-Hr Cancellation Policy on all Club events.

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CHEF'S CORNER

Almejas a la Marinera (Spanish Style Clams)

Makes 6 Servings An authentic recipe for almejas a la marinera. These Spanish style clams are addictive, so make lots!

Ingredients

• 2 Pounds (About 900 Grams) of Small Clams (Make sure they are all closed and throw out any open ones) • ½ Cup (About 120 Ml) of Dry White Wine (Dry Spanish Sherry works well here) • 2 Cloves Of Garlic, Minced • 1 Heaping Tablespoon Of Bread Crumbs • 2 Teaspoons Of Sweet Spanish Paprika • 1 Fresh Spicy Pepper, Cut Into Thin Rings (Optional-- Level Of Spicy Is Up To You) • 1 Small Onion, Diced Small • Fresh Parsley, Chopped • ½ Lemon • Bay Leaf • Extra Virgin Olive Oil • Salt and Pepper

Instructions

1. Place the clams in a big bowl of salted water for a few hours (or even overnight) in the refrigerator. This will ideally remove any sand that was inside of the clam.

2. Add ½ cup of water and the bay leaf to a large heavy pot and put over a medium high heat. Add about 6-8 clams at a time, cooking just until they open-- remember, if one stays shut it's dead!

This is a technique so that no clam overcooks and no dead clam ruins the flavor.

3. Save the water when finished and reserve the par-cooked clams in a bowl.

4. In another pot, add about four tablespoons of extra virgin olive oil and the cut up onion, garlic, pepper and parsley. Cook over medium high until the onions are translucent.

5. Add the breadcrumbs and paprika and sauté.

6. Add the white wine and allow it to reduce.

7. Add back the liquid from cooking the clams and cook for about 5 minutes. Taste for salt, add salt if necessary.

8. Add back the clams and cover for no more than 5 minutes on low.

9. Sprinkle with more fresh parsley, a squeeze of lemon and enjoy immediately!

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Please note there is a 48-Hr Cancellation Policy on all Club events.

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BOATING & MARINA NEWS Pool News

If you didn’t know already there are a lot of exciting things happning in and around the pool this season. We have renovations happening outside the pool and lots of fun and games all season long on the inside of the pool!

Let me first start by introducing our Head Lifeguard, Lauren Cockrill, to our team. Lauren is a graduating senior from Hough High School and just wrapped up another season of competitive rowing with a local organization. Lauren comes in with a lot of energy and enthusiasm. She will be leading our private swim lesson program as well as weekend pool activities for the kids.

Private Swim Lessons Private swim lessons will begin on June 1st and will last through August 14th.

One-on-one private lessons $50 per/30min session. Please email laurencockrill1027@gmail.com to get more information Pool Games/Activities Starting Memorial Day Weekend and every Saturday and Sunday through August 14th from 12-3 Marina Manager Reminder As we start another busy season, please make sure the docks and walkways are unobstructed. Loose items can become flying objects when we get gusty winds.

Please remember to help keep our waters clean and discard all trash, recycling, cigarette butts, petroleum products, etc. appropriately.

Harry Smith Marina Manager

Marina Staff getting Fire Safety Training from the Fire Department

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CLUB EVENTS

Please note there is a 48-Hr Cancellation Policy on all Club events.

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CLUB EVENTS

Please note there is a 48-Hr Cancellation Policy on all Club events.

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CLUB EVENTS

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CLUB EVENTS

Please note there is a 48-Hr Cancellation Policy on all Club events.

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FLEET COMMITTEE NEWS POKER RUN 2022- June 18

One of our premier events is coming soon – our June 18th Hands Across the Lake Poker Run. Always one of the SHPYC’s most popular events of the season, this 24th annual Poker Run combines cruising on the lake, high-energy card play, and social time with Club members. This year we are also introducing card games oriented to the kids, so plan to join with your entire family if you like.

If you haven’t participated in a Poker Run in the past, here is what you can expect: • We start the day with a short captain’s briefing at 10:30.

• Boats depart at their leisure to visit 5 stops around the lake. At each stop, you will pick up the playing cards that will eventually build your 5-card poker hand. Each card is in a sealed envelope and won’t be revealed until it is time to play your hands in the afternoon.

• You can buy, and play, as many hands as you like. At each stop you will receive one of the five cards needed for each hand; if you are playing 5 hands, for example, you will end up with 25 cards.

• Visit each stop on your schedule – it isn’t a race – so feel free to tube, swim, or just enjoy the scenery throughout the afternoon between the stops. It will take about 90 minutes to cover the whole route and receive your cards.

• At 3:30 pm, we congregate back at the Club to begin playing the hands. Each participant randomly groups cards into 5-card hands, opens the envelopes to reveal the cards, and can purchase up to 2 additional cards to try to improve the hand. With multiple dealers working with competing players simultaneously, it’s an exciting session as the hands are revealed. All play is completed by 5:00 pm. You do not need to be an experienced poker player to participate – the dealers will guide you to your best possible hands.

• We track all the promising hands (generally, a full house or better hand is needed to win), declare a winner, and make the payout.

You can buy multiple hands for $18 each in advance - we will be present at Commodore’s Hours and other Club activities in the weeks leading up to the Poker Run - or for $20 each after June 10th. Money raised from the Poker Run helps to support other important Fleet Committee events for members, including Dueling Pianos, the Scavenger Hunt, Treasure Hunt, and our exceptional safety and education efforts.

If you are interested in participating but do not want to use your boat, that is fine as well – we will have regular shuttle departures throughout the day that will cover the stops while you ride along.

We surround the Poker Run with additional events that have proven to be highly popular – Dueling Pianos on Friday evening, June 17th, our annual charity silent auction which closes on Saturday, June 18th, at 6:00 pm, and a very special dinner and entertainment event Saturday evening that will include live music and dancing under the stars.

We hope that you can join us.

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2022 FLEET COMMITTEE

Jim Hill Past Commodore

Jacob Bachman Treasurer

Gary Treen Commodore

Steve Hosler Chris Slocum Vice Commodore Rear Commodore

Yolanda Jones Purser

Charlie Hahl Secretary

Pamela Black Power Fleet Captain

SOCIAL COMMITTEE MEETING

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

Wes Bray Mike Lang Power Fleet Commander Sail Fleet Captain

Jan Kurdin Tim Harbick Sail Fleet Commander Social Chairman

FLEET COMMITTEE MEETING

The Fleet Committee is charged with the responsibility of providing insight to the management of the Club on the interests and best practices for all Peninsula Yacht Club members.

Bill Griesmyer Power Fleet Ensign

David Krippene Sail Fleet Ensign, Race Committee

Mark Benno Education & Safety

CLUB CONTACTS MAIN LINE | 704-892-9858

DINING ROOM | 704-999-2235

SHIP’S STORE | 704-996-8575

General Manager Kathee Dishner 704-892-9858 kdishner@peninsulayacht.com

Marina & Aquatics Manager Harry Smith 704-892-9858 ext: 2028 hsmith@peninsulayacht.com

Assistant General Manager Jeff Barry 704-892-9858 jbarry@peninsulayacht.com

Membership and Events Director Nikole Taylor 704-892-9858 ext: 2022 events@peninsulayacht.com

Club Accountant Ellen H. Gury 704-892-9858 ext: 2036 ehgury@peninsulayacht.com

Reservations Manager Katherine Armitage 704-999-2235 reservations@peninsulayacht.com

Executive Chef Andres Saborido 704-892-9858 ext: 2024 chef@peninsulayacht.com

Membership and Events Assistant Jennifer Roop 704-892-9858 ext: 2022 info@peninsulayacht.com

Events Manager Tamara Martin 704-892-9858 events@peninsulayacht.com

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Marina Hours

dining room Hours Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday & Saturday Sunday

Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday & Saturday Sunday

11:00 am -3:00 pm CLOSED 11:00 am - 9:00 pm 11:00 am - 10:00 pm 11:00 am - 10:00 pm 11:00 am - 9:00 pm

Sunday Sunday

Monday Monday

Pool Hours

9:00 am - 6:00 pm 9:00 am - 6:00 pm 9:00 am - 6:00 pm 9:00 am - 6:00 pm 9:00 am - 8:00 pm 9:00 am - 7:00 pm

Tuesday Tuesday

Open Every Day 10:00AM-8:00PM

CALENDAR

Wednesday Thursday Wednesday Thursday

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CASUAL SUNDAY 5:00PM-9:00PM

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SUNDAY BRUNCH 11AM-2PM CASUAL SUNDAY 5:00PM-9:00PM FATHER'S DAY BRUNCH 9AM-3PM

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NO A LA CARTE DINNER DINING

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SUNDAY BRUNCH 11AM-2PM FAMILY SCAVENGER HUNT 1:00PM-4:00PM

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Monday DINING ROOM 11:00-3:00PM

Tuesday CLUB CLOSED

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DINING ROOM 11:00-3:00PM

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CLUB CLOSED

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BURGER NIGHT 5:00PM-9:00PM

Wine Down Cruises 6:30-8:30PM

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27 DINING ROOM 11:00-3:00PM

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CLUB CLOSED

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CLUB CLOSED

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BURGER NIGHT 5:00PM-9:00PM Wine Down Cruises 6:30-8:30PM

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BURGER NIGHT 5:00PM-9:00PM

Wine Down Cruises 6:30-8:30PM

Friday

Kid Pizza & Craft Night 6:00-9:00PM

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Wednesday Sushi Night Thursday 5:00PM BURGER NIGHT Ladies Day Out 5:00PM-9:00PM 10:00AM Wine Down Cruises 6:30-8:30PM

CAMP STARTS

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Friday

Night Music 2 Friday 3 6:00-9:00PM

BURGER NIGHT 5:00PM-9:00PM

Sunday SUNDAY BRUNCH 11AM-2PM

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Friday

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Saturday

Fleet Committee 9:00AM

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MahJongg Mixer 3-5PM

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Wine Society Tapas COMMODORE HOURS Dinner 5:30-7:00PM 6:30PM

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Raft Up 12:00-4:00PM

COMMODORE HOURS 5:30-7:00PM

Social Committee 6:00PM

Salad & Baked Potato Bar 5:00PM

Saturday Saturday

Member Mixer 5:30-7:00PM

Poker Run 10:30AM

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Two of a Kind Buffet 5:00PM No a la carte Dinner Wine Society Varietal Tasting 4:00-6:00PM

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Calvin Newman Safety Seminar