The Watch September 2025 by PeninsulaYachtClub

THE THE WATCH WATCH

SEPTEMBER 2025 SEPTEMBER 2025

GENERALMANAGERMESSAGE

Dear Members,

As we move into the Fall weather, all of us at SHPYC want to thank you for a wonderful summer! It is YOU, the members, that make our club a wonderful place to be.

The Marina team continues to provide member services to our members. Please contact the Ship Store for the team to assist you.

We still have privacy gate passes available if you haven’t picked up yours yet Please come to the front office Monday-Friday, and our team can assist you

We have a new mailbox at the front of the club in case you miss us after hours.

The Outrigger is still open for you to enjoy. Please see the hours of operation inside our newsletter.

Our Labor Day Luau is on Monday, Sept 1 , and we look forward to a fabulous crowd. We have the Tim Cook Band playing. The event will be held on the Harbor Deck.

Sept 7 - Wing Night Special

Sept 10 - Salad and Baked Potato Bar

September 12 - Member Mixer “Throwback to School”

Sept 13 - Wine Society Paired Dinner-Dining In The Dark

September 18 - Book Club-Italian Night

September 20 - Lake History Tour

These are just a few of the amazing events that we have for our members. You can see the rest of the events inside the newsletter.

We have so many new members here at the club, and we welcome you all and look forward to seeing you around.

As always, it is our pleasure to serve you. See you soon at the club!

Kathee Dishner General Manager

Dear Members,

CLUB/KIDSPROGRAMMANAGER MESSAGE

I want to extend a heartfelt thank you for giving me the incredible opportunity to spend the summer with your amazing kids and grandkids through our Summer Kids Program It was truly a joy to watch them laugh, play, and grow together

From our weekly pizza boat adventures and poolside fun to park outings, creative crafts, tasty snacks, and new friendships, every moment was filled with excitement and lasting memories.

We hope your children enjoyed the program as much as we did, and we ’ re already looking forward to welcoming them back next summer!

But the fun doesn’t stop here! We have a fantastic lineup of kids’ events coming up, including:

September: Pirate Activity & Movie Night

October: Pony Bead Animal Craft & Movie, Pirate Treasure Hunt, Haunted Harbor & Trick-or-Treating on the Docks

November: Kids’ Thankful Event

December: Member Holiday Party, Santa Brunch, and Noon Year’s Eve Celebration

We’d love to hear your feedback on this year ’ s program what worked well, what could be improved, and any ideas you have for future activities. If your kids or grandkids have interests you'd like us to explore at the club, please share! Feel free to email me at karmitage@shmarinas.com with suggestions or questions about upcoming events.

Thank You,

Katherine M. Armitage Club and Family Program Manager

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

Assistant Dining Room Manager

Madison Whitehead

704-999-2235

MWHITEHEAD@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

Steve & Beth Baie

Ehren & Jennifer Hull

Michael & Eugenia Batchelor

Brian & Susan Profitt

James & Tammy DuBois

Tim & Karol LaCroix

Craig & Mhyla Borkowski

Don & Linda Weippert

Hours of Operation

DINING ROOM

Monday | 11:00am-3:00pm

Tuesday | Closed Wednesday | 11:00am-9:00pm Thursday-Saturday | 11:00am-10:00pm Sunday | 11:00am-9:00pm

OUTRIGGER

Friday | 5:00pm-9:00pm

Saturday-Sunday | 11:00am-9:00pm

MARINA

Monday-Thursday | 9:00am-6:00pm Friday-Saturday | 9:00am-8:00pm Sunday | 9:00am-7:00pm

POOL

Open Daily | 10:00am-8:00pm Monday-Sunday | Swim At Your Own Risk

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 www.peninsulayacht.com to review referral guidelines.

BRANDON’S CORNER

EXECUTIVE

SOUSCHEFBRANDON

Smoked TomatoSauce

Tips

This sauce complements seafood beautifully and works wonderfully with a variety of chicken dishes You can also enjoy it as a flavorful dip for crusty bread or spread it on sandwiches to add a smoky, savory twist.

4 lbs of tomatoes will yield 4-5 cups of sauce

Ingredients

8 lbs Quartered or Halved Tomatoes

4 Peeled Carrots Cut Into Large Chunks

4 Medium Yellow Onion Cut Into Wedges

20-24 Cloves Minced Garlic

8 Tbsp Extra Virgin Olive Oil

2 tsp Kosher Salt

1 tsp Cracked Black Pepper

0 5-1 Cup Veggie Broth

1 Cup Fresh Basil (Oregano & Rosemary are also great options) Salt & Pepper to Taste

Instructions

Preheat smoker to 300°F

1 Cover two large baking sheets with tin foil and arrange the tomatoes, carrots, onions, and garlic on top

2. Drizzle with olive oil, sprinkle salt and pepper, and stir gently to coat everything

3. Arrange the vegetables in a single layer on each of the baking sheets

4. Roast the vegetables on your grill for 2-3 hours until everything is tender and starts to turn brown and crisp

5. Remove your pans from the grill and let them cool

6. Place the roasted vegetables in a food processor with the veggie broth

7. Pulse several times and then add your favorite fresh herbs

8. Season with additional salt and pepper if needed

9. Let cool completely before transferring to an airtight container (stays fresh in the fridge for 2-3 days)

Boat Handling

Fall is a great time of year to get that special instruction you ’ ve been wanting or needing. Maybe you took the boating safety course and would like to put into practice what you learned.

1. New to boating and need help navigating in and out of your slip?

2. New to Lake Norman and need someone to show you around, where to go, and where not to go?

3. Nighttime/Daytime navigation.

4. Understanding navigational aids.

5. Confined area navigation.

6. Custom and catered to your needs.

7. If something happens to the primary operator, will you know what to do?

If interested, call the Ship Store or email: Call- 704-895-8996 ext. 28 Email- hsmith@peninsulayacht.com

Marina Manager Reminder

Be aware of your surroundings.

When navigating Lake Norman, always be aware of your surroundings. Keep your head on a swivel, looking for vessels cutting across and for people or objects in the water. You might know the rules of the road, but others may not!

Boating & Marina News

Members Informed!

FLEETCOMMITTEENEWS

bout the Peninsula Yacht Club Fleet Committee (PYCFC)? It’s a group of dedicated volunteers who organize many of the fantastic events held at our club. We encourage you to ask any of these members, with their photos listed in the back of "The Watch," about how you can volunteer and learn about any of the interesting events that they organize. If you are interested in learning how you can participate, we would love to have you! Please feel free to reach out to any one of us. We have several cool events happening in September:

9/7-14-21-28 Fall Fellowship Series: A Sunday Sailing Regatta. Get your crew ready for the Pen Cup, the first weekend in October 9/13 Raft Up: 70’s & 80’s Themed Event. Complimentary burgers & hot dogs while supplies last.

9/18 Book Club: A great way to connect with other members and enjoy a good read Half-priced bottles of wine on Thursdays

9/20 Lake History Tour: A fascinating look at our local history, touring the northern portion of the lake.

9/28 Puppy Pool Plunge: An event that benefits the Cornelius Animal Shelter. Holding a donation drive to give them much-needed items.

Save the dates in October: 10/3-5 Pen Cup and 10/18 Pirate Treasure Hunt. You can find these and many other events on the Club Calendar at www.peninsulayacht.com. Be sure to log in to make any reservations for these events.

We look forward to seeing you at the club and on the lake!

Mark Cook

PYC Fleet Captain

THESAILINGSCENE

Fall Fellowship Series is Here!

The leaves will start to turn soon, and hopefully, a crisp feeling in the air, which means it's time for our Fall Fellowship Sailing Series! Join us on Lake Norman every Sunday in September (7th, 14th, 21st, and 28 ) for some exciting sailboat racing. The first warning signal will be at 12:55 p.m., so make sure you're ready to hit the water and feel the wind in your hair and the sun on your face!

Registration is only $20 for the series. There will be no Skipper's meeting, so please be sure to register ahead of time at https://www regattanetwork com/event/30001

Following the race each day, all are welcome to join us for the racing results and fellowship at the SHPYC Outrigger from 3:00-5:00pm. A member charge bar will be available. It's a great opportunity to connect with other sailors, share stories from the day's races, and celebrate our camaraderie.

Finally, please mark your calendars for the 33 Annual Pen Cup Regatta, which will be held October 3 -5 , 2025 Registration for this premier event is now open at https://www regattanetwork com/event/30018

See You on the Lake! Fair Winds, Mark Cook, PYC Sail Fleet Captain

2025 Fleet Committee

The Fleet Committee is a dedicated group of volunteer members who collaborate with club management to host a variety of events for our members. Some of these events also support local charities by raising funds. The Social Scene offers a fun and easy way to get involved with both the club and the Fleet Committee. It’s a great opportunity to share fresh ideas, meet new people, and volunteer for upcoming events!