CYC August 2023 Islander

ISLANDER

August 2023

The Cleveland Yachting Club

Founded in 1878

Picture-Perfect Week

All the wild antics of our CYC Regatta, bringing the best of famous yacht clubs to the Lake Erie shores

Town Hall Meeting

You are invited to come see the proposed clubhouse renovations followed by a Q&A session

Luau at the Pool

Before we say Aloha to the season, try on your best Hawaiian style at this Labor Day celebration

Commodore

Michael Mansuetto

Vice Commodore

Andrew Drumm

Rear Commodore

Christian Tracey

Fleet Captain

Philip Slaght

Management Committee

Matt Dugan

Tom McNeill III

Mark Callahan

Richard Slaght

General Manager

Editor

A Message from the Commodore

Colleen and I enjoyed a fantastic 4th of July at the Club and a Regatta week we will never forget. We couldn’t be more grateful for the incredible job the entire team did to make it a truly memorable experience for us. A huge thank you to Sarah and Chris van Raalten and your army of volunteers. Without members like you, our Club would not be the special place it is.

Congratulations to the junior sailors representing CYC who earned the right to participate in US Sailing’s Triple Handed Championships. At the Area E qualifying regatta, held at CYC on July 10, the team of Buck Rathbun, Adam Starck and Reese Levinson took first place, followed in second place by the team of Willem Vanderhorst, Jane Rathbun and Katherine Starck.

Marc Dallas

Mary Ann Smith

CYC Islander deadline: We welcome members’ photos for the newsletter. Drop off copy and/or photos for the September issue to the CYC Islander mailbox in the Club office by August 10. You may also send copy to msmith@cycrr.org.

Cover photo:

Last month’s CYC Regatta culminated with the traditional Squadron Sail, saluting our Commodore.

While the August calendar is a bit lighter, there remains a host of activities for everyone to enjoy. One of the longest standing sailing traditions is the annual Falcon Cup from CYC to MHYC. The 86th running will be held on August 12. Good luck to all the sailors. The Power Fleet continues to round out its annual schedule of cruises with trips to Cleveland, Cedar Point and Vermilion. Check out the calendar for more details on these events and many others.

August 7 marks our annual Employee Appreciation Day. Marc has planned an outing to a Cleveland Guardians game where the staff will have a chance to enjoy themselves “off island” for the day. Please take a moment to personally thank your favorite team member for the incredible job they do for all of us. We are very fortunate to have such a dedicated group of employees.

Our Fleet Engineer and the Management Committee continue to make progress on the plans to replace our bridge. Things are progressing well, and we will share additional details as soon as things are finalized. In the meantime, please continue to follow the modified traffic patterns. We really appreciate how well everyone has adapted to the change.

In the June Islander, we published a short article introducing a clubhouse renovation project. The Strategic Planning Committee and the Board of Trustees have continued to make progress on the details and are now ready to share them with the membership. Please join us for a Town Hall Meeting on Thursday, August 31, at 7:30 p.m. or on Saturday, September 2, at 11 a.m. where we will share additional details of the project. The meeting will include details of the renovation plan, timing and options to pay for the project. We’ll also provide an opportunity for Q&A. I look forward to seeing many of you at the Town Hall.

Colleen and I continue to enjoy a fantastic summer season at the Club and, as always, we hope to see you all on the island again very soon.

— Commodore Michael Mansuetto

Members since 1952

Cheers to our longest-tenured members at the Membership Appreciation Dinner to kick off Regatta week: P/C John Salisbury and Rosemarie Slaght. They have been part of the club events for more than seven decades...and counting.

REGATTA, REGATTA, REGATTA

What a boatload of fun at CYC during the week-long regatta!

Dressing the fleet and cardboard boat races kicked off the week on Tuesday with plenty of family fun all week at the kids’ pool games, fishing derby, movie night, Flag Line breakfast and rib cook-off. The adults also had a great time at the inaugural CYC Island Race of the remote control fleet, ladies luncheon, and themed-evening bashes under the tent..

AROUND THE CLUB

Connection. Celebration. Recreation. It’s all about engagement.

CYC Gift Shop

Make sure to check out our updated Online Gift Shop with a variety of items to choose from, including beach towels, backpacks, tote bags, water bottles, caps, shirts, jackets, and so much more! Much of this merchandise can also be purchased in the clubhouse lobby. View the items in our new front foyer display and in the window heading up the front stairway. Or check out all the merchandise available online at www.cycrr.org under the Member Central/ CYC Online Gift Store tabs. Show off your CYC spirit!

Fine Art Fleet

Summer has certainly arrived on the island, and once again boating is in full swing on our lake!

With the 2023 Regatta events still fresh on our minds, we continue to enjoy all that our Club is offering week after week, with an occasional visit to the Library where new artworks created by our members can be enjoyed throughout the year. This month we wish to welcome back Pamela Gilliland with one of her paintings titled “Water droplets.”

Pamela has been a member of the CYC for many years, where she has enjoyed boating and much more! She is a wellestablished artist in the Cleveland community, having participated in numerous group and solo exhibits throughout the area. Earlier in her career, Pamela had the opportunity to design for George Lucas productions and for Walt Disney World, subsequently relocating to the West Side of Cleveland. Several of her paintings are now part of numerous permanent local art collections, including the Nordson Company, University and Southwest Hospitals. Her work is deeply influenced by water and the surrounding nature, as seen in the painting being displayed in the Library; a clear attraction toward these subjects is evidenced in most of Pam’s outstanding artistic production, currently represented by Bonfoey Gallery, BayArts and other prominent venues.

We appreciate your interest and support of the Fine Art Fleet...stop by to see our works on the island.

—Marcello Mellino, CYC Fine Art Fleet Chair

A show of gratitude

Connecting online

In addition to our monthly newsletter, you can keep abreast of club happenings on our social media. To view photos of club events, follow us on Instagram at The Cleveland Yachting Club.

Tennis Fleet

The CYC Tennis Fleet has had a fun summer drilling and playing in matches against other clubs. (Pictured here are Julie McGovern and Amar Mutnal.) The fun continues in August with drills at Avon Oaks on Thursdays, August 3, 17 and 31, from 1-2:30 p.m. and Saturdays, August 12 and 26, from 9-10:30 a.m. Also, we are planning a Pickle Ball tournament this fall, stay tuned…

—Maria Sakoutis Melacrinos

Take a Dining Survey

Please take time to complete our dining survey and let us know how we are doing to meet your needs. We will be holding a monthly drawing for those who complete the survey with a chance to win a $100 CYC gift certificate. Congrats to the June winner Michael Petti.

Employee Appreciation Day

We owe lots of gratitude to our employees year-round for making CYC such a special place. To show our appreciation, we have planned a special day on August 7—an outing to a Cleveland Guardians game where the staff will have a chance to enjoy themselves “off island” for the day.

Please take a moment to personally thank your favorite team member for the incredible job they do for all of us.

Note on August 7: Gas Dock and Porch will be closed all day. Topside, Snack Bar and Pool close at 3 p.m.

RegattaOur Way

Membership Town Hall Meetings

When:

August 31, at 7:30 p.m. or September 2, at 11 a.m.

Where: Club Room, Clubhouse 2nd Floor

Who: All membership classifications are welcome

Please join us for a Membership Town Hall meeting to discuss the proposed clubhouse renovation project on either Thursday, August 31 evening or on Saturday, September 2 morning.

As mentioned in your June Islander, these proposed improvements include expansion of the upstairs and downstairs bars providing indoor and outdoor seating options, maximizing our beautiful views of the river and lake, a much-needed expansion of the downstairs kitchen while improving accessibility via a new elevator, adding a new employee break area, and additional office and storage space.

Perspectus Architecture along with your Strategic Planning Committee will be on hand to provide details of the plan, the project timeline, how we plan to pay for it, and answer all your questions. It is an exciting time to be a member of CYC!

—Marc Dallas, General Manager

Photo collage continued from page 3, featuring Friday and Saturday night events, including The CYC Officers’ Club Soiree and The Last Race to Havana parties under the tent.

POWER FLEET

POWER FLEET SCHEDULE

Aug 4 Evening Cruise to Nuevo Modern Mexican & Tequila Bar at North Coast Harbor

Aug 5 Kids’ Kayak & Paddleboard Races & Tubing

Aug 11-13 Cedar Point

(Skippers P/C Rick & Suzan Adams)

Aug 18-20 Vermilion

(Skipper Marti Saltis)

Sept 1 Dinner at Beach House, Clifton Beach

(Skipper John Pyke)

Cruising into August trips and events

This summer has been a blast, and boy is it flying by! The Power Fleet had more than 80 members attend the Commodore’s cocktail party on Kelleys Island. What a fun weekend! We also cruised across the lake and visited Pelee Island and Rondeau, Canada.

The 4th of July had perfect weather, a successful Dock Crawl and Poker Run, and, of course, Regatta was a blast.

We just returned from our Long Cruise and have a group dinner at Nuevo next to the NorthCoast Marina on Friday, August 4. The next day, we have kids kayak and paddleboard racing along with tubing (lake conditions permitting).

Our next cruise is to Cedar Point the weekend of August 11-13 (see details below), followed by the popular Vermilion cruise the weekend of August 18-20.

Reservations on cycrr.org are required for all these cruises. Hope to see you all on the water!

—John Pyke & Deb Carlton, Power Fleet Chairs

Cedar Point Cruise

The CYC Power Fleet’s cruise to Cedar Point is Friday, August 11 to Sunday, August 13.

FRIDAY, AUGUST 11

• Arrive at your leisure and enjoy Cedar Point’s many rides, water park or beach. Conversely, spend a relaxed afternoon, on your boat, with Power Fleet friends.

• Enjoy pizza and wings, compliments of the Power Fleet, served dockside at approximately 18:30.

• Socialize dockside, after the park closes, with late night cocktails and plenty of conversation.

SATURDAY, AUGUST 12

•Plan for a full day of activities within Cedar Point’s many venues.

• Gather for a Power Fleet group dinner at 18:30.

SUNDAY, AUGUST 13

• Enjoy breakfast at one of Cedar Point’s many restaurants.

• Depart for CYC by 11 a.m.

DOCKAGE

•Call Cedar Point Marina for dockage reservations: 419-627-2334. Indicate you are with The Cleveland Yachting Club Power Fleet group.

SIGN UP

Please be sure to sign up on the CYC Calendar website. Include number of adults and children.

—Cedar Point Cruise Skippers P/C Rick and Suzan Adams

SAIL FLEET

CYC to host prestigious championship

The Star Class traces its history back to 1910 when Francis Sweisguth penned the design for a group of yachtsmen from New York City who were sailing on Long Island Sound. Over 112 years later, The Cleveland Yachting Club is honored to be hosting the 2023 Star Class Western Hemisphere Championships, a Silver Star event for a class with some of the biggest names in yachting history, like Lowell North, Dennis Conner, Buddy Melges, Paul Cayard and Torben Grael.

A Silver Star Championship is one of the premier annual events for the Star Class, second only to the World Championship. The honor bestowed upon the Western Hemisphere Championship winning skipper and crew is represented by the silver star that they will now have the right to display on their mainsail. The other Silver Star events are the North American Championship, the South American Championship, the European Championship, the Eastern Hemisphere Championship and the Southern Hemisphere Championship. Although CYC has never hosted the Western Hemisphere Championship, the North American Championship has been held at our club on

five occasions, the earliest being in 1966 and the most recent in 2000.

CYC has hosted the Star World Championship once, in 1990.

With the 2023 World Championship being held in Italy and the 2023 North Americans being held in Vancouver, the Star Western Hemisphere Championship at CYC will be the highlight of the season for a large number of U.S. and Canadian Star sailors. Forty to fifty teams are expected to cross over the bridge at the end of Yacht Club Drive, looking to achieve what many would consider to be the accomplishment of a lifetime.

For more information, visit cycrr.org under “More” tab 2023 Star Western Hemisphere Championship.

—Thad Brej

September 9 - 14

CYC is hosting the Star Class Western Hemisphere Championship next month. We can use your support in the following ways.

1) Housing. Consider hosting racers or race committee members in your home during the regatta. Email P/C Brian Cruse at crusertoo@aol.com.

2) Volunteer. We need volunteers on and off the water.

3) Grab some gear: http:// starwesternhemisphere. shamrockstoreonline.com/

4) Consider sponsoring a beer keg. Contact Mike FitzGibbon at waterfrontdirector@cycrr.org.

I-LYA TRAVELERS SERIES CYC REGATTA

This summer CYC hosted an Inter-Lake Yachting Association (I-LYA) Traveler Series regatta, in which our sailors fared well. Pictured here are Connor Zupan and his dad Joseph working on their sail, and Bobby Starck on the water.

Doc-Side: Prevent tick bites

Protect yourself from ticks and tick-borne diseases.

As summer continues and you are all likely headed outside in the warm weather, please protect yourself from ticks.

Ticks are tiny insects that inhabit grassy, overgrown and wooded areas, not likely seen around the Island but perhaps in your backyard if you live near wooded areas. Ticks can carry diseases such as Lyme disease.

Symptoms of Lyme disease include a low-grade fever, achy joints, headache and a red, bull’s-eye rash. If you notice these symptoms, seek treatment immediately.

Please follow these tips to help prevent tick bites:

• Wear long pants, long sleeve shirts, and tuck your pant legs into your socks or shoes.

• Wear light colors since ticks are easier to see against brighter colors.

• Spray permethrin on your clothing.

• Apply a DEET-based or picaridinbased repellent to your skin.

Please note that ticks that are removed in less than 36 hours do not transmit Lyme disease or other tickborne illnesses.

Please stay safe!

—Dr. Rebecca Starck, CYC Fleet Surgeon

Dining & Social

Labor Day Dining

We will have Breakfast in the morning to start off the day. And also a Cookout Buffet on the porch from 5-9:30 p.m. Look for menu details in next month’s Islander. And make sure to check out the Labor Day Luau ad on page 12. There is plenty of outdoor activities this fall so Labor Day is not the official end to summertime fun at CYC!

Live Entertainment

Enjoy the sounds of live music this month throughout the Island on these days.

Porch:

Friday, August 4 — Sean Walsh

Friday, August 11 — Scott Alan

Friday, August 18 — John Pearson

Friday, August 25 — Megan Zurkey

Topside (all times 3-6 p.m. unless noted):

Sunday, August 6 — Sean Walsh

Thursday, August 10 — Bear Kincaid & Friends (7 p.m. start time)

Sunday, August 13 — Katy and the O.C..

Saturday, August 19 — Michelle Romary

Sunday, August 20 — Dolinar Spahija

Enjoy Pizza at the Snack Bar

At the Snack Bar, we are serving pizza! Enjoy a personal 8-inch pizza for $10 or a 16-inch family size pizza for $17. Toppings ($2 each) include pepperoni, mushroom, sausage and pineapple.

Pizza is available at the window for takeout or served at Topside and the pool. We will even deliver it to your boat!

Pizza hours of operation

Sunday-Thursday: 11:30 a.m. to 9 p.m.

Friday-Saturday: 11:30 a.m. to 11 p.m. (open late for pizza)

For dock delivery, call (440) 799-4863.

Happy Hour

Check out the wine list including Cakebread Cabernet, Two Vessels Red Blend, Treasure Hunter Red Blend and Quilt Chardonnay.

Plus glass pour wines will be Banfi Classico Chianti, Prisoner Red Blend and Santa Margarita Pinot Grigio.

Happy Hour Items:

• Wheatley Vodka Martini – distilled By Buffalo Trace

• Spring Sangria – chardonnay, vodka, orange juice, cranberry juice, pineapple juice, splash of ginger ale.

• Long Island Iced Tea

• House Margarita

Happenings every day of the week with the fun, energetic Wet Hens

Kayak season is here on Thursdays throughout the summer and fall. We meet at the kayak ramp at 5:30 p.m. and launch by 6 p.m. Bring your own drink and snack for a casual social hour following our paddle. To join the fun, contact Mary Beth Johnson (marybethj1250@gmail.com) or Pam Lucey (pflucey@gmail.com).

Sail with us. Monday evening sailing, meet at 6 p.m. in front of the clubhouse. Wednesday morning sailing, meet at 10 a.m. in front of the clubhouse. Bring your own life jacket and water bottle. Contact Gail Cudak (gcudak@ gmail.com) to get on the sailing list.

The next Wet Hens Potluck is August 9. The Galley Gourmet groups and Pathfinders provide the main course. Bring a side dish or an appetizer to share.

Wet Hens Happy Hour is on the last Wednesday of the month. For time and location, please check the CYC newsletter blog or contact Christy Weiss.

Every Friday at 10 a.m. is Pathfinders. Get out of the house and walk approximately three miles with friends. Locations and leaders vary. Contact Peg Indermaur or Deb Wadden to get on the email list.

STAY UPDATED

Follow CYC Wet Hens on: Facebook @Wet Hens CYC Instagram @cyc_wet_hens

Check out the Wet Hens Newsletter at cycwethens.blogspot.com

—Gail Cudak

CORNER

Boating with Green Tech: Sailing Toward a Sustainable Future

As the world increasingly turns to renewable energy sources, the boating industry is not being left behind. The trend of “green boating” is rapidly gaining momentum, promoting environmentally friendly practices that don’t compromise the joy and luxury of being out on the water. The key players in this sustainable revolution? Solar panels, wind generators and electric propulsion systems—technologies that are shifting the dynamics of boat power management, transforming vessels into eco-friendly havens that harness the power of nature.

Solar panels, which convert sunlight into electricity, are becoming increasingly efficient and cost-effective, making them an attractive addition to any boat. They are often used to power onboard amenities, reducing reliance on fossil fuels. Similarly, wind generators, capturing the abundant winds at sea, can provide a significant power source, especially for long journeys. But perhaps the most game-changing development is the emergence of electric propulsion systems. These engines are not only quieter and cleaner but, when combined with renewable energy sources, can offer a completely green boating experience. As more boat owners adopt these sustainable technologies, the future of boating looks not just enjoyable, but also environmentally conscious and sustainable.

— Justin Reed

WELCOME NEW MEMBERS

Caroline Ayoub

An endodontist at River Endodontics, Caroline and husband John have two children and are looking forward to social and family activities.

Sponsors: Alejandra Estemalik & Thomas Kuluris

Dave Chiang

Dave is director digital product management at American Greetings. He and wife Christina have a son and are looking forward to family activities.

Sponsors: Dr. Eric Chiang & Dr. John Pyke

Peter Kash

Peter is general manager at Ken Ganley Imports. He and wife Sarah have three children who are excited to participate in Sail Camp and Swim Team.

Sponsors: Tiffany Bader & John Opdycke III

Amy Muse

Amy and husband Eric and their son have relocated from Boston to Rocky River. Amy is VP of marketing at Seres Therapeutics.

Sponsors: Sean Hennessy and Fleet Captain Philip Slaght

Party Central

Party planning for the holidays

It’s not too early to start planning for the fall party scene and upcoming holiday season. We can host any party—from an intimate cocktail reception for several dozen to a formal dinner party for hundreds of guests. Plus the club is the perfect venue for business meetings.

Our Event Coordinator Emily Coletta and Chef Matt Gambatese can work with you to accommodate a wide range of budgets while selecting the tastiest fare for your event. We offer an eclectic menu with your choice of hors d’oeuvres, a plated meal or fabulous buffet, and, of course, decadent desserts.

We can customize your booking with complimentary coordinated linen, decorated food displays, registration tables and audio/visual equipment.

Call today to get your party on the books before dates fill up for the holidays. To get your party started, contact Emily at 440-333-1310, x 224.

Swim team ends season on fun note, as the Flag Line takes the plunge

The Orcas had another great season in the pool. As is tradition every year, the Flag Line jumped into the pool to join the swimmers after the last home swim meet, pictured above. Stay tuned for the September issue of the Islander to see the list of all the 2023 swim team award winners.

Coming this fall...

JOIN US FOR AN EVENING WITH Gary Jobson

Gary is a world-renowned sailor, television commentator and author of more than 18 books on sailing. He was a tactician for Ted Turner on Courageous during the 1977 America’s Cup and also during the 1980 defender trials. In 1983, he was the founder and tactician of the Courageous/Defender syndicate. He is an expedition sailor, having led expeditions to the Arctic, Antarctica and Cape Horn.

He is no stranger to CYC, having visited on multiple occasions. The impetus behind the Leukemia Cup regattas sailed across the United States for more than 25 years, Gary helped his close friend CYC P/C Chuck Inglefield found our own Leukemia Cup regatta.

Gary was inducted into the National Sailing Hall of Fame (2011) and the America’s Cup Hall of Fame (2003) by the Herreshoff Marine Museum. In 1999 Gary won the Nathanael G. Herreshoff Trophy, US Sailing’s most prestigious award. Over the past 40 years, Gary has given more than 2,500 lectures throughout the world.

WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 18

7 to 9 p.m. in the CYC clubhouse

Register for this event at cycrr.org

Tuesday-Friday:

p.m. (closed 8/7)

CLUBHOUSE BAR TOPSIDE BAR

Monday: 5-10 p.m. Sunday-Thursday: noon-9 p.m

Tuesday-Sunday: 11:30 a.m.-midnight Friday-Saturday: noon-11 p.m

NOTE: Topside, Snack Bar & Pool closes at 3 p.m. on 8/7

GAS DOCK

Monday: 5-9 p.m. (closed 8/7)

Tuesday-Saturday: 8 a.m.-9 p.m.

Sunday: 7 a.m.-9 p.m.

POOL HOURS (until 8/13)

Daily open swim: 11 a.m.-9 p.m.; Adult swim: 7-10 a.m.

SNACK BAR (until 8/13)

Monday-Sunday: 11:30 a.m.-9 p.m.

POOL & SNACK BAR (starting 8/14)

Monday-Friday: 4-8 p.m.; Saturday-Sunday: noon-8 p.m.

Adult lap swim: Wednesdays & Fridays 6:30-7:30 a.m.

*Baby pool swim at your own risk

View CYC events on your phone calendar by syncing it through the CYC app or website. Just go to the CYC calendar and tap the sync symbol.

Labor Day Luau Party

September 4, from 3-7 p.m.

The sun may be setting on the season, but don’t let it get away without celebrating this last blowout holiday of summer!

Join us for a Lei’Bor Day Luau at the Pool and Topside on Monday, September 4 from 3-7 p.m. Featuring live entertainment and drink specials. Stay tuned for more details. Mahalo!

Pirate-themed Pool Party

Saturday, August 19 from 1-4 p.m.

Ahoy, Matey!

All hands on deck for the Pirate’s Cove Pool Party on Saturday afternoon. The day’s activities will include a treasure hunt, pool games, plus kids and adult signature drinks and buffet.

Let’s all be marooned on the Island together!