THE WATCH MARCH
GENERALMANAGER MESSAGE
Dear Members,
Happy Spring! My team and I are looking forward to seeing you!
Our 2025 marina services are available to you to assist with your boating needs. Call or email Harry hlsmith@shmarinas.com or 704-892-9858 extension 6514.
Members, if you don’t have a boat we have 2 pontoons that you can rent for a ½ or full day. You can reserve those online. We also have a Catalina you can use complimentary for your own enjoyment! You will need to call to reserve the Catalina, it cannot be reserved online.
Did you know that we communicate to our members in 10 different ways? If you are not receiving our emails, please email Nmaust@shmarinas.com to add or update your email address. You can also find us on Facebook and Instagram.
Wine Society is in full swing for 2025. There is still time to join.
Our St. Patty’s Day event will be held at the Outrigger. Please make your reservations so that we can be ready to serve you.
We sell our members GAS at our cost! We have a fabulous meal TO-GO program. Call in and we will bring your food to your slip. If you haven’t picked up your privacy gate passes, please come in and pick them up when you can. SHPYC is having an in-water boat show March 7-8-9. We are opening for dinner on Wednesdays beginning March 5th
Complimentary notary services are available to our members by Ellen, our club accountant. We have a wonderful member referral program. Safe Harbor Marinas has exciting member experiences for all of the SH marinas. You can find them on Shmarinas.com
As always, it is our pleasure to serve you. See you at the club.
Kathee Dishner General Manager
& Mrs. Kevin + Debra Jessup
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 (to use towards slip/storage fees)
Member referring Social Member: $250 credit to current Social Member
Visit www.peninsulayacht.com to review referral guidelines.
CLUBCONTACTS
MAIN LINE | 704-892-9858
DIINING ROOM | 704-999-2235
SHIP’S STORE | 704-996-8575
CLUB NEWS
General Manager
Kathee Dishner 704-892-9858
KDISHNER@SHMARINAS.COM
Assistant General Manager
Nikole Maust 704-892-9858
NMAUST@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
Katherine Armitage 704-999-2235
KARMITAGE@SHMARINAS.COM
Marina & Aquatics Manager
Harry Smith
704-892-9858 ext: 6514 HLSMITH@SHMARINAS.COM
Events Manager
Claudia Tellez 704-995-9511
CTELLEZ@SHMARINAS.COM
EXECUTIVE CHEFANDRÉS
Perfect for St. Patrick’s Day
Celebrations!
Tips:
CHEF’S CORNER Irish Cream
1. Use High-Quality Irish Cream Liqueur. 2. Don’t Overbake. 3. Chill Before Serving.
Cheesecake Bars
Ingredients
1 1/2 Cups Graham Cracker Crumbs
1/4 Cup Granulated Sugar
1/2 Cup Unsalted Butter, Melted
12 oz Cream Cheese, Softened
1/2 Cup Granulated Sugar
2 Large Eggs
1 tsp Vanilla Extract
1 Cup Sour Cream
1/2 Cup Irish Cream Liqueur
1 Cup Semisweet Chocolate Chips
Instructions
1. Mix crumbs, sugar, and melted butter; press into prepared dish. 2. Beat cream cheese, sugar, eggs, and vanilla; stir in sour cream and Irish cream.
Preheat oven to 350°F. Line an 8-inch square baking dish with parchment paper.
3. Pour cheesecake mixture over crust. 4. Bake 25-30 minutes or until set.
5. Melt chocolate; spread over cooled cheesecake. 6. Refrigerate until chocolate sets; cut into bars. 7.
BOATING&MARINANEWS
BY:HARRYSMITH-MARINAMANAGER/MASTER
CAPTAIN
Approaching another boating sea
Here are few points to remember as we approach another b
1. Take a boating education class. There are many boating education classes available and are good for all ages.
2. When on the water keep things clean! Do not throw trash overboard and always use a pump out facility to dispose of black water waste.
3 When fueling your vessel do not over fill and remember the 90% rule
4. Run blowers after fueling and inspect the bilge before cranking.
5. IF YOU SEE FUEL OR SMELL FUEL DO NOT CRANK!
6. As you approach the dock, come in as fast as you want to crash!
If you feel rusty and want to shake the dust before operating your vessel for the season please reach out to your marina team and let us help.
Marina Manager Reminder
Think Before You Drink!
https://www.boatus.org/alcohol-and-boating
Almost half of all boating accidents involve alcohol. That should be reason enough to leave alcohol consumption for when you are safely ashore with no plans to travel.
Operating a boat while intoxicated is a federal offense, subject to a $1,000 fine. In addition, criminal penalties are as high as $5,000, and may even include jail time. State Boating Under the Influence (BUI) Laws are becoming more stringent too. In most states, the standards for determining whether an individual is intoxicated matches its state highway laws for operating a vehicle
Please consider:
In most states it is illegal to operate a boat with a blood alcohol content of .08% or greater. Some states will suspend your boating or privilege.
In some states your driving record could be affected.
Your boat could be seized or sold at auction.
W I N E S O C I E T Y
Wine Tasting
Thursday, March 20th
6-8PM
$30++ For Non Wine Members
Included For Wine Members
Special Guest: National Sales Rep, Jorge Vargas
Wine Imports: Southern Starz Inc
Featuring: Casa Del Bosque Wines
For The Kids
A New nd Festivities!
FLEETCOMMITTEENEWS
BY:MICHELLESANDRIDGE, SOCIALCHAIR
Ahoy, fellow members! I m thrilled to step into the role of Social Committee Chair, and I want to give a huge shoutout to Laura Wendt for her outstanding leadership (and next-level organizational skills) over the past few years She’s left some big shoes to fill and a treasure trove of helpful notes so I’m ready to dive in! Speaking of diving… how about a round of applause for the brave souls who took the Polar Plunge to support the Special Olympics of NC? Their courage (and willingness to embrace icy waters) was matched only by the generosity of our donors If you haven’t had a chance to contribute yet, there’s still time! We’re accepting donations through the end of the month.
Cheers to New Fleet Leadership & Club Honors
A heartfelt thank you goes to Past Commodore Slocum for his dedication and hard work last year, and let’s give a warm welcome to our new Commodore, Pamela Black, who kicked off her term in style at the 2025 Commodore’s Ball on February 22nd. With her theme, "Members Matter Most," we’re in for an exciting year ahead And let’s be honest we all need a chance to let loose and dance, so I'm betting that silent disco will make a return appearance! We also took a moment to recognize some outstanding members for their contributions in 2024:
Volunteer of the Year: Steve Black Power Boater of the Year: Gary Treen Sailing Yachtsman Award: John Guthrie
Get Involved & Have Fun!
Want to meet more members, attend fun events, or share your talents? Our monthly Social Scene meetings are the perfect place to start! If you’re not receiving my emails yet, please drop me a note at venesueca@gmail.com, and I’ll add you to the list.
Here’s a sneak peek at what’s coming up:
Book Club (Now Bi-Monthly!) – Dive into great reads and even better conversation.
Car & Classic Boat Show (April 26th) – Admire some stunning rides on land and water
Raft-Ups (Starting in May) – Kick back and relax on the lake with fellow members.
Educational Events – Join us for Lake History Tours and CPR training to expand your knowledge
Poker Run & Silent Auction (June 21st) – Help us raise funds for local charities while having a blast!
If you’re eager to lend a hand, contribute to the silent auction, or support our fundraising goals, let’s chat! It’s going to be an amazing year, and I can't wait to make it one to remember with all of you
See you at the Club!
Michelle Sandridge Social Committee Chair
THESAILINGSCENE
Are You Ready for Some Warmer Weather?
The Icicle Series was a total success this year with three Safe Harbor Peninsula Yacht Club sailboats out of the eleven registered All had fun sailing on an unusually warm February 1st You can expect our next event to be much warmer.
On March 22, the SHPYC Sail Fleet will host the Spring Fling Fellowship Race If you have a sailboat please register, or if you know someone who has a sailboat tell them to sign up for this oneday event and help them sail their boat To register and get more information please go to https://www regattanetwork com/event/29230
If you just want to crew or learn to set up a race course by being part of our Race Committee, please contact me at markalancook@yahoo com No sailboat needed
Check out other 2025 SHPYC sailing opportunities by visiting the Sailing Calendar and Races at https://www peninsulayacht com/sailing
Spring sailing on Lake Norman is warmer than most think, with a brisk breeze and clear blue skies. It is a great time of the year to take advantage of the wind and enjoy the peacefulness with little boat traffic.
See you on the lake,
Mark A. Cook Sail Fleet Captain
HOURS OF OPERATION 2025
Dining Hours
Monday 11:00 am -3:00 pm
Tuesday CLOSED
Wednesday 11:00 am - 9:00 pm
Thursday - Saturday 11:00 am - 9:00 pm
Sunday 11:00 am - 3:00 pm
Marina Hours
Monday 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tuesday CLOSED
Wednesday - Thursday 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Friday - Sunday 9:00 am - 6:00 pm
*Gas available during marina hours only
Outrigger Hours
Friday 4:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Saturday 11:00 am - 8:00 pm
Sunday 11:00 am - 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, April 3rd
Fleet Committee Meeting
The Fleet Committee is a group of volunteer members who work in partnership with the SHYPC management.
Next Meeting: Saturday, April 5th
FLEET COMMITTEE
Richard Lloyd-Robers 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 Miltch 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
MARCH 2025
Saturday, March 1st: Polar Plunge & Chili Cook-Off
Sunday, March 2nd: Sunday Brunch
Thursday, March 6th: Asian Fusion Night
Friday, March 7th: Mardi Gras Member Mixer
Saturday, March 8th: Never Going To Grow Up Tea Party
Saturday, March 8th: Wine Society Paired Dinner
Sunday, March 9th: Sunday Brunch
Wednesday, March 12th: $2 Taco Special
Thursday, March 13th: Book Club
Friday, March 14th: Commodore’s Hours
Saturday, March 15th: Adult Only Trivia
Saturday, March 15th: Kid’s Bingo
Sunday, March 16th: Sunday Brunch
Sunday, March 16th: St. Patrick’s Day Party
Thursday, March 20th: Wine Society Tasting
Friday, March 21st: Commodore’s Hours
Friday, March 21st: Fried Chicken Friday
Friday, March 21st: PJ’s & Pancakes
Saturday, March 22nd: Spring Fellowship Regatta
Saturday, March 22nd: March Madness at the Outrigger
Sunday, March 23rd: Sunday Brunch
Wednesday, March 26th: Salad & Potato Bar
Thursday, March 27th: CPR Dinner
Friday, March 28th: Commodore’s Hours
Saturday, March 29th: March Madness at the Outrigger
Sunday, March 30th: Sunday Brunch
