The Watch, September 2023

Year 2023 - ISSUE NO. 9 - September

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GENERAL MANAGER MESSAGE

Dear Members,

Thank you to everyone who came out to the August 12th, SHM LKN A Day at the Lake members only party. It was a huge success with over 450 in attendance.

We have many great events for you to enjoy this month. With cooler weather coming, the lake will continue to be ‘the place to be with friends and family. After your time on the lake, come on in to your club and enjoy a delicious meal prepared by our very own, Chef Andres and his culinary team. We started the new menu on August 17th for your enjoyment.

Member Mixer is out at the Outrigger September 1st! Please make sure to register for this event so that we can prepare for you. The Member Mixer is a member only event.

September 4th, Labor Day, we have a pool party with the Tim Cook Band. It will be a great time to enjoy the pool before it closes on September 5th. We will not be open on weekends at the pool in September.

The Outrigger will remain open to enjoy cooler weather and football! Please see the Outrigger hours of operation after the pool closes. We are still awaiting final approvals for the new deck to be open! Thank you for your patience.

The last Fleet raft up of the season is September 9th. The last one was so popular with 45 people and 15 boats. The last Raft Up is luau themed. Chef will have BBQ Pork Sandwiches, Slaw, complimentary beer, wine, and water for your enjoyment.

Have you tried our Sunday Brunch? It is so popular and the buffet changes each Sunday. Please make reservations so we can insure a place for you and your family.

Harry and the dock hands are here to help you! The Ship Store has some wonderful items for sale. Do you need your boat washed? Call the Ship Store and they are happy to help you and set up an appointment.

Please remember to disembark when you are fueling your boat and thank you for doing so! Safety is a huge priority of ours and we care about our members.

Lobster Fest is September 15th. We hope to see you there! Scotch and Cigars is on the 23rd of September outside by the firepit.

As always, we are thankful for all of our members as YOU make the SHPYC a wonderful Yacht Club.

Kind Regards,

Kathee Dishner

General Manager

SHM LKN -ADay at the Lake

Captain Harry taking event attendees out on the all electric boat, The X-Shore.

NEW MEMBERS CLUB NEWS

IMPORTANT DATES

September 4th: Labor Day Pool Party

September 15th: Lobster Fest

October 13-15th: Pen Cup Weekend

October 21st: Pirate Treasure Hunt

October 28th: Trick or Treating along the docks

November 3rd: Sip-n-Shop

November 23rd: Thanksgiving at the Club

December 1st: Member Holiday Party

Ms. Elizabeth Gall

Mr. & Mrs. John and Anne Depenbrock

Mr. & Mrs. Timothy and Lisa MacCarrick

Mr. & Mrs. Ray and T. Peige Wise

Mr. & Mrs. Todd and Brenda Mavis

Mr. & Mrs. Michael and Jennifer Stark

Mr. & Mrs. Tom and Carmen Grifferty

Mr. & Mrs. Tom and Diane Pierce

Short rib

Serves: 2-4 People

CHEF'S CORNER

Ingredients

• 3 Tablespoons olive oil

• 1 yellow onion , diced

• 3 carrots , chopped

• 8 whole beef short ribs

• salt and pepper , to taste

• 1/4 cup all-purpose flour

• 1 cup dry red wine (such as Cote du Rhone or Pinot Noir)

• 2 1/2 cups low-sodium beef broth

• 2 Tablespoons tomato paste

• 2 sprigs fresh thyme

• 2 sprigs fresh rosemary

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.

2. In a large pot with a lid, heat one tablespoon of oil over medium high heat. Add onion and carrots and cook for a few minutes, stirring constantly. Remove veggies to a plate.

3. Season the ribs with salt and pepper and coat on all sides with flour. Add 2 more tablespoons of oil to the pot and turn heat to high. Add ribs and brown on all sides, about 60 seconds per side. Remove to a plate.

4. Add the wine to deglaze the pan. Scrape the bottom of the pan to release any browned bites of flavor. Bring to a boil and cook 3 minutes.

5. Add beef broth, salt and freshly ground black pepper. Stir in tomato paste.

6. Add ribs, veggies, and (whole) sprigs of thyme and rosemary to the pot.

7. Cover with the lid and place into the oven. Cook at 350 degrees for 2.15 hours, then reduce heat to 325 degrees and cook for an additional 25 to 40 minutes. Ribs should be very tender, nearly falling off the bone.

8. Remove the pan from oven and allow rest for 20 minutes, with the lid on, before serving. Skim off any fat that has risen to the top of the liquid, before serving.

9. Serve ribs over mashed potatoes with a spoonful of gravy from the pot.

IN THE DINING ROOM

We love the first Fridays of every month because it means we get to listen to beautiful melodies played by amazing musicians! This month we will feature Fred Lee IV. He has played at the Yacht Club before and is always a crowd favorite. See you out there!

Cheeseburgers have been around since the 1930s yet are still held near and dear to our hearts like our first love. It comes as no surprise to us that there is a national holiday dedicated to this master piece of a meal. The man who first called this creation a cheeseburger, Charles Kaelin, would be warm hearted to know that we will be celebrating his work nearly 90 years later. Come celebrate with us on September 18th with a juicy cheeseburger.

11:00am - 3:00pm $15++

Reservations: 704-999-2235

Now the cheeseburger's spicy and slimmer cousin, the Quesadilla, has been around much much longer than its hefty counter part. They are dated all the way back to the 1500s. Come celebrate this national holiday with a quesadilla completely customized to your liking. Steak, veggies, or just straight up cheese, it will be the best quesadilla you'll have all year!

CLUB EVENTS

We are ready for our third Raft Up of the year! We hope you are enjoying them as much as us. This Raft Up will be a different time than the past three so make sure to get a good look at this flyer. Come out with your friends and family or come meet some new friends at this sunset Raft Up event! If you don't have a boat, let us know and we will make sure you have a ride out!

It has come time to celebrate all of you hard working members out there with a Labor Day pool party! This will be our last pool party of the year as we are closing the pool the following day for our off season. This is your last chance to enjoy a live band, delicious food, and splashing in the pool with friends and family. Be sure to register online for us to properly prepare for your attendance!

www.peninsulayacht.com

The Member Mixer is held at The Outrigger 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 complimentary 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

BOATING & MARINA NEWS

BY: HARRY SMITH - MARINA MANAGER

End of Season Boat Assessment

Fall, as you know, is the best time for boating! Cooler days, calm water and less people. This really makes this time of year “prime boating time”. Fall is also a great time to assess things, especially after a busy boating season.

Suggested items to assess.

• Shore power cord- inspect and replace if needed. Call the marina for an inspection!

• Dock line- replace any frayed or weathered dock line. Make sure lines are properly sized for your boat.

• Covers- properly sized and secure, snaps, tie downs, etc.

• Boat condition- scheduled a full detail or a boat wash to maintain the gelcoat.

• Routine Maintenance- oil changes, impellers, spark plugs, etc.

• Come up with a plan to winterize. (Let us help!)

• Inventory all safety equipment.

• Assess PFD and throw out any worn out or weathered jackets

Marina Manager Reminder

Although boating tends to slow down this time of year it doesn’t mean to stop thinking about safety!

Schedule your on the water power boating instruction. Learn hands on boat handling, docking, tight area navigation.

Rental Boats

Book your rental now! Great time to be on the water.

The Dobbins

Today we meet some members who have been here since the very beginning. Steve and Lynda Dobbins are some of our OG members here at The Safe Harbor Peninsula Yacht Club. Not only have they been members but they have been an integral part of how the club was formed 27 years ago. In fact, Lynda was on the Steering Committee which helped mold the backbone of the Club's rules and regulations. "I was the first Social Director for the first two years [of the Club's opening]" Lynda added. Steve got busy by starting the now famous Christmas Boat Parade! At the time, there were just 3 boats that participated and now, as we know, it has become a lake wide event!

Though the Dobbins were active behind the scenes, they have also enjoyed the amenities of being members. Steve said, " [...] not many marinas on the lake have a restaurant, a pool, a full bar, so yes [...] if you want the best place to be... this is the place".

If you're looking to find The Dobbins out and about you will most likely find them enjoying their beautiful "floating condo," as Lynda put it, or at some of their favorite events. Of course one of those events would be the Christmas boat parade. They will invite friends and family to enjoy the event. For the most part though, they are indulging in the gorgeous lake views and spending time with their slip neighbors. "The biggest thing for me is that it's a second neighborhood!" Steve caringly said.

This ensures that our values of being your home away from home are being received and loved by the members that fill this club and in this case members that have helped shape this club to be what it is today. Thank you Dobbins family for your continued loyalty and suppor to SHPYC.

Check out their full video interview on our Facebook or Instagram accounts!

@safeharbor_peninsulayachtclub

CLUB EVENTS

Grab your shrimp forks and lobster crackers, it's LOBSTER FEST people! Be sure to come hungry because your plate will be loaded up with a hearty seafood feast. While you are enjoying your meal, Holly Hopkins Jazz Duo will be setting the perfect vibes for a night you won't forget! Reservations are required for this event and there will be no a' la carte served for dinner.

During the fall season the tour takes place on the North end of the lake. Some of us have lived here our whole lives, some have found their forever home here, and some are just passing through. Regardless of your situation, one thing remains true and that is that this lake is an integral part of all of our stories. Lake Norman actually has quite a bit of stories of its own and it feels like we owe it our attention and love to hear where it came from and where it has gone since!

www.PeninsulaYacht.com

The Progressive Dock party has always been a member favorite. The evening has lots of offerings to be entertained by as you walk the docks of The Safe Harbor Peninsula Yacht Club. From a Fiesta on E Dock down to a Tour of Italy on I Dock, there will be a variety of tastes from around the world! Be sure to stick around for desserts, dancing and drinks for afterwards!

Reservations required: 704-999-2235

SHM LKN A DAY AT THE LAKE

The Safe Harbor Peninsula Yacht Club FAMILY

SHPYC Dogs of the Month

Bowie (also known as Bo-Bo, Boman, Bosun, Mister Goofball, Wigglebutt or most commonly just “Bo”) is a justturned-one year old Black Lab. His parents, Jennifer and Michael Hess, got him soon after moving here from New York, and he is their third lab over the past 25 years. He’s still getting used to boating and swimming, but the Hesses are confident that he will be a water-lover like their previous dogs. His favorite food is… all food… and his favorite toy is anything that will fit in his mouth. Though like all retrievers, he is perfectly happy—and very proud—to just carry a stick around. Bo loves to go on walks, runs and other outings, including visiting the many dog friendly breweries in the area with his parents. More than anything, Bo loves people, and has lots of human and furry friends around his new neighborhood.

If you see Bo, Jen and Michael around town (look for his ship’s wheel and anchor collar), he—and they—will definitely want to say hi.

WrittenBy:MichaelHess

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

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!

If you didn’t get a chance to take a ride on the X-Shore, an all electric boat, at our lakewide member event or if you want to go again, here’s your chance!

This month only we will be taking out the X-Shore for a Wine Down Cruise. Complimentary Wine and Cheese & Crackers will be provided.

If interested, contact: KTharrington@shmarinas.com

FLEET COMMITTEE NEWS

BY: CHARLIE HAHL - 2023 SAIL FLEET ENSIGN

The fall boating season is now upon us. As most would agree, it will be nice to have a little cooler weather for enjoying all there is to offer on Lake Norman.

There are many great events to attend this fall.

• September 9th - Power & Sail Raft-up in Reggie’s Cove. Please come on out and join us!

• Fall Fellowship Sailing Series begins Sunday September 10 for five consecutive Sundays. Both racing and cruising classes included.

• October 13-15 - 31st Pen Cup Sailing Regatta. This is our premier annual Regatta. Please plan to join the fun and sailing for this wonderful Regatta weekend. Registration and information is available at the following link … https://www. regattanetwork.com/event/26835

• October 21st - 3rd Annual Pirate Treasure Hunt … (Rain date: October 22). Can you help us get our treasure back? Arg!

Here’s a few boating tips to help keep you on the water courtesy of Boating Magazine.

• Free play in hydraulic steering systems can often be eliminated by adding fluid to the helm pump. Check if your boat is so equipped.

• Carry a spare belt.

• A gasoline primer bulb that doesn’t get hard no matter

Let’s go sailing!

Fall is at our doorstep with cooler temperatures and more wind for the sailors! Both day and night sailing is delightful this time of year.

As a reminder, we have two events to wrap up the year. Come on out and join us. Both sailors and non-sailor volunteers are welcome!

• Fall Fellowship Series Race 1 on September 10 – Join us for the 5 race series

• 31st Annual Peninsula Cup Regatta October 13 –15th – LKN’s premier sailing event (see QR code)

To fair winds and following seas, Tim Harbick

how much you squeeze it should be replaced including the clamps. Check those fuel lines for cracking, sun damage and discoloration.

• Exhaust systems carry a lot of water. Check them for leaks to prevent carbon monoxide poisoning, as well as sinking.

See you on the water and the SHPYC!

SAILING SCENE

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Picture taken from last year's2022PenCup.

SOCIAL SCENE MEETING

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

Next Meeting: September 14

FLEET COMMITTEE MEETING

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

Next Meeting: September 9

CLUB CONTACTS

MAIN LINE | 704-892-9858 DINING ROOM | 704-999-2235

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

SHIP’S STORE | 704-996-8575

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