The Watch - October 2023

Year 2023 - ISSUE NO. 10 - October

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GENERAL MANAGER MESSAGE

Dear Members,

This month, the 31st Pen Cup Regatta will take place Oct 13th-15th. It begins with the Member Mixer on Friday and we hope to see you there. This Friday event is open to all members with a Member charge bar and complimentary hors d’oeuvres. If you would like to take part in the Pen Cup Regatta, you can sign up on the Regatta Network (www.regattanetwork.com.) Saturday we will have a Land & Sea buffet which includes a wide variety of delicious cuisine and oysters!

We care about our members and your safety is a big priority of ours. We do ask that you disembark your boat while fueling up. We have a list of member services that the Harry and the dockhands provide. Please contact the Ship Store and they are happy to assist you. We also have some great items for purchase in the Ship Store. If you need ice, the dockhands can run the ice to your boat and charge your member number to assist you.

We have been featuring our members on social media and in The Watch. This has been a good way for members to meet other members when they see them around the club. We also like to feature our members' pets. If you would like your pet featured in our newsletter, please contact Annie at awatkins@shmarinas.com.

The Pirate Treasure Hunt and Fall Festival are on the 21st of October. These are wonderful family friendly events! Please make sure that you make your reservations early.

It's never too early to book your holiday catering or party with Kayla: KTharrington@shmarinas.com

Trick-or-Treating on the docks will be on Saturday, October 28th. If you decorate a dock we have a gift for you for helping with this great event. Our Commodore's Hours Halloween costume party is October 27th with prizes for the best costumes!

We have music in the dining room every FIRST Friday of the month during the dinner hours. This month Mike Ramsey will be the musician.

We will continue our Wine Down cruises in the month of October. Please call if you would like to enjoy a sunset cruise on the Nopkehee or the X-Shore, an all electric boat.

Cork Club continues to be very popular. If you enjoy wine, please contact Katherine at Karmitage@shmarinas.com. We have a cork club tasting on the 19th.

Please follow us on Instagram and Facebook. We also send an email every Thursday with all that is happening at the club. If you are not receiving these emails, please call Kelsey at the front desk (704-892-9858) and she will make sure we get your email on our list. Lastly, we have a member text program for our members to recieve updates on up and coming events!

As always, it is our pleasure to serve you.

Kind Regards,

Kathee Dishner General Manager

CLUB NEWS

NEW MEMBERS

IMPORTANT DATES

October 13-15th: Pen Cup Weekend

October 21st: Pirate Treasure Hunt

October 27th: Commodore's Hours

Halloween Costume Party

October 28th: Trick-or-Treating Along the Docks

November 3rd: Sip-n-Shop

November 16th: Wine Tasting

November 23rd: Thanksgiving at the Club

December 1st: Member Holiday Party

Mr. & Mrs. Robert and Maureen Scarcello

Mr. & Mrs. Chris and Patty Duran

Mr. & Mrs. Michael and Maria Tobin

CHEF'S CORNER

meatloaf

Serves: 2-4 People

Directions

1. For the meatloaf: Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Heat oil in a medium skillet. Add onion and garlic, saute until softened, about 5 minutes; set aside to cool.

Ingredients

2 teaspoons vegetable oil

1 medium onion, chopped

2 garlic cloves, minced

2 large eggs

1 teaspoon dried thyme

1 teaspoon salt

1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper

2 teaspoons Dijon mustard

2 teaspoons Worchestershire sauce

1/4 teaspoon hot red pepper sauce

2 pounds meat-loaf mix (2 parts ground chuck, 1 part ground veal, 1 part ground pork)

1 1/3 cups fresh bread crumbs

3 bacon slices

2. Mix eggs with thyme, salt, pepper, mustard, Worchestershire, pepper sauce. Add egg mixture to meat in a large bowl, along with bread crumbs, parsley and sautéed onions and garlic; mix with a fork until evenly blended and meat mixture does not stick to bowl.

3. Move meat mixture onto a work surface.

4. Cover a wire rack with foil; prick foil in several places with a fork. Place a rack on a shallow roasting pan lined with foil for easy cleanup.

5. Set formed loaf on rack. Brush loaf with all of glaze, then arrange bacon slices, crosswise, over loaf, overlapping them slightly and tucking them under to prevent curling.

6. Bake loaf until bacon is crisp and loaf registers 160 degrees, about 1 hour. Cool for at least 20 minutes. Slice and serve.

CLUB EVENTS

What better way to start our month than with some First Friday Music to fill our Dining Room? We are bringing back a crowd favorite, Mike Ramsey to perfom some acoustic styled songs. His set typically includes famous cover songs along with original pieces that are sure to please your ears.

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

Ahoy Mateys! Gather your sailors and treasure maps, it's time for Pirate Kid Night! This evening will include a crafty pirate art project that the kids will be able to take home with them. They will enjoy a delicious kid friendly meal and to finish off the night, they will sit down to enjoy a movie about kids who thought they were just going to a regular summer camp but were happily surprised when they found an adventure involving pirates, treasure, and fun!

Calling all boat drivers! It's time to show us what you got! That's right, we are hosting a Docking Challenge. You've heard people say that anyone can drive a boat on open waters but a true boat captain is determined by how well they can park their boat. There will be three timed challenges to test your skills. All proceeds will go to the Calvin Newman Fund that promotes boating safety to all Lake Norman boaters.

Contact us now to sign up: HLSmith@shmarinas.com

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

CLUB EVENTS

Calling all Treasure Hunt Seekers! Join us on the high seas for the ultimate Pirate Treasure Hunt! This famous, annual event is loved and adored by all members of all ages. Come with your family and friends to become real pirates for the day! From boating, treasure hunting, pirates, and more, you will not be disappointed in the chance to sink into the world of pirates with your loved ones.

Ahhh sweet, sweet Fall is here. It's one of the best times of the year and we are here to celebrate it! Fall Fest is just around the corner. This year, you can look forward to live music, bounce houses, corn hole, a warm, lit fire pit and a delicious menu that will bring the perfect fall flare.That's not all! There will be pumpkin decorating to enjoy with your family & friends and you will be able to take your pumpkins home asthe perfect fall decorations.

Register Online | No a' la carte available

In the month of tricks and treats, this event will have both! Come join us for Trick-orTreating Along the Docks! We love how involved our members get in this event with decorating, dressing up, and having fun! If you would like to help decorate a dock you will enjoy a complimentary bottle of wine.

Let us know you're coming by registering online at www.peninsulayacht.com

BOATING & MARINA NEWS

BY: HARRY SMITH - MARINA MANAGER

Winter services

Fall is here, which means winter will be here before you know it! It’s never too early to start thinking about winterization.

The cost of a new engine due to freeze damage can cost thousands of dollars so why gamble with old man winter! Have your boat winterized by a professional mechanic and let us help with all your winterization needs.

Winter Services Provided:

- Engine Winterization

- PWC Winterization

- Fresh Water/Head system

- Hot Water Heater

- AC Units

- Strainers

- Battery Chargers & Install

- Heater & Install

- No Damps Dehumidifier

…beat the rush and sign up now!!

Please call or Email PYC Marina Ship’s Store for details:

Phone: 704-895-8996 ext. 6514

Email: hlsmith@shmarinas.com

Marina Manager Reminder

Disposal of trash and other items

Please remember the trash cans by the docks are for household items only.

Join The Club CORK CLUB

JF Chocolat is the premier chocolate purveyor in the Charlotte region, and the inspiration of Justin Fry. After attending the Pastry Arts program at Johnson and Wales University in Denver, Colorado, he took a full time position at the historic Willard Hotel in Washington D.C. Here he served many dignitaries, politicians, celebrities, and high profile guests. He then moved to Fort Myers, Florida to work for a famed chocolatier, where he could learn everything about chocolate. Working and learning from so many talented chefs, he was able to hone in the necessary skills and understanding to work with chocolate. His passion was further cemented when he competed in his first national chocolate competition focused on bonbons and was named “Chocolatier of the Year” 2014 and also winning “Peoples Choice” award. In 2016, another competition took him to New York City competing in the US Pastry Competition where he was required to create a chocolate entrement, chocolate bonbons, plated dessert, and a chocolate and sugar showpiece. He placed first and was named “Pastry Chef of the Year”.

VINU WINE TABLET

Sip, savor, and explore wine like never before with our brand-new interactive digital wine menu by VINU!

Discover personalized recommendations, delve into detailed wine descriptions, and enjoy interactive quizzes to find your perfect pour.

Call now at 704-999-2235 to reserve your next wine adventure.

Cheers to finding your wine soulmate!

The Harbicks

This month we take a look at some members who embody the water life! Here we have Tim and Rochelle Harbick. They have been members at The Safe Harbor Peninsula Yacht Club since November of 2018.

"Being sailors, we went around to all the yacht clubs [on Lake Norman] and found [SHPYC] to be something that met our needs from a boating and community perspective," Tim said, while sharing why they chose to join our club.

The Harbicks are active members here at the club and have grown to love some of the annual events we put on each year. Rochelle said, "I love the holiday lighted boat parade. [...] It kicks off the holidays for me." Of course, Tim being an active member of the sailing community, he really looks forward to all sailing events, including the upcoming 31st Annual Pen Cup Regatta. To speak more about Tim's affiliation with Lake Norman's boaters, he is our Sail Fleet Captain on the Fleet Committee as well as involved lakewide with all other sailing clubs. He shares a surprising fact that "sailing season on Lake Norman is year round [and

that he] spends at least 70 days a year on the water."

One main reason that attracted Tim and Rochelle to club is the melting pot of members that walk this property. Tim talked about how having the opporunity to socialize with not only yacht members but social members as well. They have met some of their closest friends and feel that they really joined a family here rather than just a club.

You can find The Harbicks at the club enjoying dinner, conducting meetings, attending events, or most likely out on the water sailing the beautiful Lake Norman waters. Thank you, Tim and Rochelle, for your continued loyalty and support to the club.

31 ST ANNUAL PEN

CUP REGATTA

The Safe Harbor Peninsula Yacht Club

FAMILY

SHPYC Dogs of the Month

This month we feature the loveable, good boy, Kirby. Kirby is a seven year old Yellow Lab. He belongs to The Morgans, SHPYC members. A very popular sport on the east coast is lacrosse and Kirby is no stranger to the beloved game. Playing fetch with a lacrosse ball is one of his favorite activites. When not breaking a sweat playing lacrosse, Kirby loves to hunt. His favorite things to retrieve are ducks and doves. We may need to hire his services this Thanksgiving!!

Kirby's personality is a loving and tender one. He helps his humans daily. Kirby has a great personality. He loves treats and his favorite time is meal time. All meals for Kirby are referred to as "breakfast" and he gets very excited. If the Morgans say "Kirby, you want to go?" he will run and sit by his favorite transportation which is riding in the convertible. Of course one of his go to destinations is SHPYC. He visits with his humans often for meals, walks on the dock, swimming at the boat ramp and loves to ride on their boat on E dock. Hope to see you around the club, Kirby!!

LIGHTED BOAT PARADE

The famous boat parade is back!

This year we are excited to announce that we will join the lake-wide parade this year with the rest of the Lake Norman community. Stay tuned for exclusive offerings we will have at the club for the parade night.

If you're interested in decorating your boat, keep an eye on our social media and eBlasts for information on decorating parties!

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!

We were gifted another TWO months with the X-Shore All Electric Boat! Don't miss out on your chance to cruise down Lake Norman riding luxurious in this all electric vessel! Contact our Events Manager, Kayla Tharrington, to reserve.

KTharrington@shmarinas.com

FLEET COMMITTEE NEWS

BY: TIM HARBICK - 2023 SAIL FLEET CAPTAIN

As we are now in fall and the leaves are beginning to change, we can enjoy our year-end events in cooler temperatures! October is a particularly eventful month: Fall Fellowship Sailing Series – Races 2, 4 and 5 always bring stiff competition as sailors warm up and tune their rigs for the Pen Cup.

31st Peninsula Cup – the “Pen Cup” is held October 13 – 15 with both on-water and on-shore activities for both competitors and members. This will be a great weekend for all with a Member Mixer on the 13th, the Land & Sea dinner, with a band, on the 14th, and a BBQ on the 15th. Oh, and a lot of sailing in between meals!

The annual Treasure Hunt follows the Pen Cup on October 21st. Dress up as a pirate and come on out for the festivities geared towards kids – but enjoyed by adults as well. Walk the plank, hunt for treasure, watch out for meandering pirates, visit the stockade, and join in on an actual battle at sea! Duck as the cannons roar!

If you would like to get involved in any of these events, just reach out!

Let’s go sailing!

We are now in the midst of the busy and fun fall sailing season. There’s nothing like a cool breeze on a sunny day to relax the soul.

The Fellowship Series starts/stops near the Club. Come on out and cheer on the competitors!

The 31st Pen Cup begins with a Member Mixer on October 13th. This is a great venue to mingle with members and Pen Cup sailors. There may even be a crew opportunity or two available. Just ask around. Volunteers are always welcome as well!

To fair winds and following seas, Tim Harbick

Lastly, this month’s safety tips:

• Get a free Vessel Safety Check from the U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary to verify the presence and condition of certain safety equipment required by state and federal regulations.

• Take a Boating Course. New boaters and experienced experts alike need to be familiar with the boating rules of the road, operating guidelines, and safety tips.

• Be weather-wise. Always check local, route and destination weather and water conditions before departure and ensure it is safe to go out.

Tim Harbick Sail Fleet Captain

SAILING SCENE

SOCIAL SCENE MEETING

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

Next Meeting: October 5th

FLEET COMMITTEE MEETING

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

Next Meeting: October 7th

CLUB CONTACTS

MAIN LINE | 704-892-9858

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

2023 FLEET COMMITTEE

Assistant General Manager

Nikole Maust

704-892-9858 ext: 6505 nmaust@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

Administrative Assistant

Kelsey Olvitt

704-999-2235 ext: 6510 kolvitt@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