June 2023
Founded in 1878
From the classic Commodores’ Ball to the new Fiesta del Sol event, break out your party clothes
The CYC pool is officially open for summer and the swim team is raring to lead the way
From the Golf Fleet to the Tennis Fleet to the Skeet Fleet, activities on land abound
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
Marc Dallas
Editor
Mary Ann Smith
CYC Islander deadline:
We welcome members’ photos for the newsletter. Drop off copy and/or photos for the July issue to the CYC Islander mailbox in the Club office by June 10. You may also send copy to msmith@ cycrr.org.
Cover photo:
Our ladies “got their garden on,” by donning festive hats and colorful spring attire for the Ladies Spring Social.
The club is officially open for the season following our annual Commissioning Ceremonies. Special thanks to Fleet Captain Slaght for honoring our members who have served our country by inviting them to be part of the color guard. It was a particularly powerful reminder of the sacrifice that our service men and women make for our nation.
At the Spring Membership Meeting on May 12, we shared a report from the Strategic Planning Committee detailing the work they have been doing over the past few years on a potential Clubhouse Improvement Project. Please take a moment to read the article in the Islander on page 5 that includes additional details. We plan to have a town hall meeting later this summer where we will share more details, so be sure to keep an eye out for that.
Coming up on June 10, Colleen and I can’t wait to honor and thank our Past Commodores for their service to the club at the annual Commodores’ Ball. This is another wonderful tradition we have at CYC, and I encourage you to attend. Make your reservation soon!
As we move into June, our docks are full, the porch is open, and Colleen and I couldn’t be more excited for the summer ahead. Our army of committee chairs and volunteers has been busy planning a summer season packed with activities. Thanks again for dedicating your time and talents to the club. Check out the calendar and the Islander for more details.
Our Waterfront Activities Director P/C Michael FitzGibbon has a variety of activities on the calendar this month, the Golf Fleet, cochaired by Brady Aldinger and
P/C Gordon Geiger, kicks their season off and the Power Fleet, under the direction of Dr. John Pyke, will head off on their first cruises. One of our most treasured programs, Sail Camp, begins on the 13th under the direction of Dr. Laura Goldberg, and Dr. Emad Estemalik will be leading the Orcas toward another successful swimming season. Our Junior Race Team returns to the ILYA race circuit under the leadership of P/C Dan Clevenger and CYC will be hosting our very own ILYA Junior Regatta on the 24th. We can always use more volunteers so if you are interested, please contact Mike Harris. On the 17th the Fishing Fleet, cochaired by Dan O’Donnell and Chris van Raalten, will host our annual Walleye Tournament with bragging rights on the line for “Big Fish,” followed by Father’s Day on Sunday the 18th. It’s a great opportunity to spend the day on the island with dad.
As we have been preparing for the summer season, Marc and his team have worked tirelessly around the island to ensure we deliver the best possible member experience for everyone. Once again, thank you to our dedicated staff who work hard on our behalf every day.
As we look to July, don’t forget to mark your calendars for the biggest and best party of the year—Regatta! Sarah and Chris van Raalten and their team have been busy planning what I’m sure will be a fantastic regatta week. We can’t wait to see what they have in store for us.
Finally, as we move into our busiest season on the island, I’d like to request your patience and consideration of fellow members when entering and exiting the island. While I recognize that the new traffic patterns and traffic lights are an inconvenience, they are necessary to ensure everyone’s safety. We continue to work on the details of the bridge replacement and will share them as soon as they are available. Have a wonderful summer at the club, and Colleen and I look forward to seeing each of you on the island very soon.
— Commodore Michael MansuettoSaturday, June 10
Whether on an island in Florida or our very own island, this spring season was a boatload of fun
It was a cheerful May with the CYC Chorus concerts and the Ladies Spring Social, both a preview of all the fun that awaits members this summer on the island! The ladies adorned fabulous hats to complement their garden attire at the “Petals and Prosecco” Spring Social. And a group of ladies ventured to Florida for the Ladies Trip, which included a flag exchange with the Sarasota Yacht Club.
CYC has decided to go paperless with the monthly membership statements effective June 1, 2023 (reflecting May charges). Please email to gogreen@cycrr.org the email address where you want to receive your statement. If we do not receive your email, we will continue mailing a paper statement and a fee of $5 per month will be assessed to your account.
Members can now pay statements online via credit cards. A fee of 3% will be charged. Please note that credit cards are only accepted online.
We are making it more convenient to make a la carte dining reservations, both on the CYC website and CYC app.
1. After logging in to the CYC website, go to the upper left corner tab marked Club Dining, which will give you drop-down box marked Dining Reservations.
2. Select Date, Time, Party Size and click on Find Available Times (if the time you are looking for does not appear that means we have taken the maximum number of reservations for that given time). Click Time to Book.
3. Booking Details — this is where you can add another member to your reser-
Fiesta del Sol
Thursday, June 15 from 6-9 p.m.
Join us for a party at the pool featuring Mexicaninspired drink specials and a Taco Bar with a chefattended grill station. DJ at Topside.
vation, or add special notes. Then Click Book Now.
4. Confirmation Check Mark Reservation
Completed — You will also have the option on this screen to add your reservation to your personal calendar, cancel your booking or make another reservation for another date.
If you have not already received your items, please pick up your 2023 Membership Cards, Car Stickers and Membership Roster at the reception desk in the clubhouse lobby.
More than 60 women attended the entertaining and educational Wine Tasting Event hosted by member Shannon McDonnell (Southern Glazer’s Wine & Spirits). Many thanks to Shannon for planning a truly flawless event.
We will take a break for the summer months and reconvene in the fall. The CYC Women’s Network meets several times a year in the evening for discussions, socializing and networking. There is no membership fee; all are welcome. Contact me at areich@frantzward.com with any ideas for future events.
—Allison ReichSo wonderful to finally wander around the island with boats in the water and with everyone getting ready for another wonderful summer on the lake!
Sophia Tjotjos, a long-time CYC member and boater as well as part of the CYC Art Fleet, will exhibit her last painting, titled “ Topaz Lake mermaid,” in the Library this month.
Sophia and her family have travelled extensively throughout the Great Lakes region on board Silent T’s, their beautiful yacht; they have often cruised to Baie Finn, in the Canadian North Channel, and hiked ashore to Topaz Lake and its crystal clear waters. Sophia remembers their daughter Yiana jumping into the lake on one of those trips, to then resurfacing with a joyful smile on her face! This wonderful memory led Sophia’s creativity into her latest painting. In spite of her lack of academic training in the Arts, Sophia, who has always loved painting, has been a long-time art student of Mrs. Cascarilla, also a CYC member and an esteemed Cleveland artist, thus allowing her to continue to grow and better herself in her artistic achievements!
—Marcello Mellino, CYC Fine Art Fleet ChairAs chairperson of this year’s Entertainment Committee, I am always looking for members who would like to get involved in their club. Volunteering for an event committee and helping with planning of social events is a great way to meet some of your fellow members. We are especially in need of help with some of this year’s Regatta children’s events. Please email joseph.r.calabrese@gmail.com if you are interested in having a good time while volunteering.
—Joseph Calabrese, Entertainment Committee Chair
We are excited to share the plan for one of the most exciting updates to CYC since the addition to our original clubhouse in 2003. This project is the output of more than seven year’s work by our Strategic Planning Committee. The Committee reports to the Board and its purpose is to identify and recommend mid- to longterm projects to maintain and improve CYC and our membership experience. This plan was developed jointly with the architects at Prospectus, an organization that has experience working with private clubs across the nation.
The picture you see here is an early rendering of the proposed renovation, which aligns with the results of the last membership survey and is designed to carry CYC another 30-plus years into the future. Major components of the project
include expanding both the upstairs and downstairs bar areas, providing more indoor and outdoor dining options, and, of course, maximizing our beautiful views of the river and lake. Additionally, the effort will provide a much-needed expansion of the downstairs kitchen, which has the same footprint as when built in 1964, while improving accessibility via a new elevator, and adding an employee breakroom and additional office space.
Later this summer the Strategic Planning Committee will hold a town hall meeting to provide full details of the plan and the project timeline, as well as an explanation of how it fits with the bridge replacement and other projects and how we will pay for the project.
—Strategic Planning Committee
Saturday, June 10 from 9-11 a.m.
FOR 3 TO 5 YEARS OF AGE
Bring your young ones down to learn island safety and rules with a program of fun and engaging activities catered to their age:
• Staying safe in sunny weather
• Pool rules and behavior
• The basics of being around boats
• Playground rules
• Moving about the island safely
• Wearing a life jacket properly and why they are important
• Problem solving and places for help.
Please bring: swimsuit, life jacket, sunscreen, shoes for walking. The activities will be topped off with an ice cream party. Register at cycrr.org
As we roll into the summer months, I want to remind you of the importance of wearing sunscreen. There are over 5 million cases of skin cancer diagnosed in the U.S. each year, making it the most common cancer diagnosis. Fortunately, skin cancer is also one of the most preventable cancers.
You can lower your risk of melanoma by 50% by wearing sunscreen with an SPF of 15 or higher. There are different types of skin cancer with the most concerning and deadliest being melanoma. If you have numerous moles on your skin, it is advisable that you check them regularly or see a dermatologist to assess them for changes.
For melanoma specifically, a simple way to remember the warning signs is to remember the A-B-C-D-Es of melanoma:
Asymmetrical: Does the mole or spot have an irregular shape with two parts that look very different?
Border: Is the border irregular or jagged?
Color: Is the color uneven?
Diameter: Is the mole or spot larger than the size of a pea?
Evolving: Has the mole or spot changed during the past few weeks or months?
Talk to your doctor if you notice changes in your skin, such as a new growth, a sore that doesn’t heal, a change in an old growth or any of the A-B-C-D-Es of melanoma. And please wear your sunscreen every day!
—Dr. Rebecca Starck, CYC Fleet Surgeon
June 8 Crew’s Nest
(Skipper Chari Zito)
June 9-11 Catawba Island Club
(Skippers Ric & Lynne Michaels P/C Rick & Suzanne Adams)
June 22 Pelee Island
(SkipperP/CMikeFitzGibbon)
June 23-25 Rondeau (SkipperP/CMikeFitzGibbon)
June 30-July 2 Kelley’s Island & Commodore’s Party
(SkippersP/CScott&MaryAlyceDurham, P/C Christopher&SophiaTjotjos)
July 8 Dock Crawl & Poker Walk (SkipperChristiaanvanRaalten)
LONG CRUISE
July 21-22 Port Clinton Yacht Club (SkippersPhil&SarahSlaght)
July 23 Ford Yacht Club
(Skippers Scott & Sonja Carter)
July 24-25 Lexington, Michigan (SkipperP/CMikeFitzGibbon)
July 25-26 North Channel Yacht Club
(Skippers Denny & Val Tricsko)
July 26-27 Algonac Harbor Club
(SkipperP/CMikeFitzGibbon)
July 26-27 Grand Bend Canada
(Skippers Mark & Whitney Callahan)
July 28-29
Grosse Pointe Yacht Club
(Skippers John Pyke & Deb Carlton)
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
(P/C Rick & Suzan Adams)
Aug 18-20 Vermilion
(Skipper Marti Saltis)
Sept 1 Dinner at Beach House, Clifton Beach
(Skipper John Pyke)
After the April showers brought May flowers, I think we’re all ready for some fun in the sun. We are excited to kick off our first cruise of the season to PIB & CIC. Skippers Chris & Chari Zito are certain to have plenty of fun and shenanigans in store at the Crew’s Nest at PIB on June 8. We’ll spend June 9-11 at CIC, skippered by Ric & Lynne Michaels and P/C Rick & Suzan Adams.
Looking for some Canadian adventure, eh? Get your fix June 22 at Pelee Island followed by a two-night stay June 23-25 at Rondeau.
The Durhams and Tjotjos are graciously skippering our excursion to Kelley’s Island on June 30- thru July 2. This trip will include the annual Commodore’s Cocktail party.
If you’re unable to cruise your boat and are interested in joining any of these cruises, we are happy to provide transportation if you secure accommodations. Please contact John Pyke@AvonLakeDentist@yahoo.com.
—John Pyke & Deb Carlton, Power Fleet Chairs
We have reserved rooms, at Hotel Breakers, making Cedar Point a great weekend for those Power Fleet members without a boat or overnight onboard accommodations.
FRIDAY, AUGUST 13
• Arrive at your leisure and enjoy Cedar Point’s many rides, water park or beach. Conversely, spend a relaxed afternoon, on your boat, having a cold drink or two 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. Suzan promises an assortment of flavored martinis.
SATURDAY, AUGUST 14
• 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 15
• Enjoy breakfast at one of the many Cedar Point 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. Make reservations prior to July 25, to be included in Power Fleet’s group of docks.
HOTEL ROOMS
Book of 10 rooms is reserved at Hotel Breakers. CYC Power Fleet Rates: King Bed - $420 per night, including taxes; 2 Queen Beds - $375 per night, including taxes. Hotel reservations must by booked by July 7 to receive Power Fleet rates – NO CANCELLATIONS AFTER JULY 7; YOU WILL BE CHARGED THROUGH YOUR CYC ACCOUNT. (Cedar Point requires at least 10 rooms be booked for Power Fleet members to receive the above rates. If 10 rooms are not booked, we will notify you, on July 8, of the need to re-book your room, as a non-group reservation, at the then current room rates. In this case, your initial group reservation will be cancelled and you will not be charged.)
Reservations can be made by calling Hotel Breakers at 419-627-2106
Please be sure to sign up on the CYC Calendar website. Include number of adults and children, and whether you will be staying on your boat or at Hotel Breakers.
We look forward to seeing you at Cedar Point. Please email us at rjadamsjr. saywhen@yahoo.com or call us at 239-7340944 with any questions.
—Cedar Point Cruise Skippers
P/C Rick and Suzan Adams
Hi, my name is Fletcher Rollinson. I am 15 and a sophomore in high school, and grew up at CYC. I also happen to be a brain cancer survivor who was treated at St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital.
How did I end up at St. Jude? In 2019, I began suffering migraine headaches and an MRI showed that I had a tumor in the pineal gland of my brain. My family and I flew to St. Jude to meet with Dr. Gajjar, a world-renowned pediatric neurooncologist. An initial surgery—an endoscopic biopsy performed by Dr. Boop, an amazing pediatric neurosurgeon— revealed that I had a rare brain tumor, a pineal parenchymal tumor of intermediate differentiation (PPTID), which required a second surgery by Dr. Boop, a posterior fossa craniotomy. Incredibly, Dr. Gajjar had only seen five patients with this type of tumor during his more than 30 years at St. Jude. After my two surgeries, I underwent six weeks of radiation followed by four months of chemotherapy during which I lived in housing, and even
attended school, at St. Jude.
Why am I telling you all this? I just wanted to let you to know what an incredible place St. Jude is, not only to me, but also to the thousands of other children who have been and continue to be treated there. St. Jude will forever hold a special place in my heart. I likely would not be here writing this article for the Islander if it were not for Dr. Gajjar, Dr. Aditi, Dr. Boop, and all of the other doctors, nurses and staff at St. Jude.
I understand that the money raised in this year’s Charity Cup at CYC in late July will be donated to St. Jude and I couldn’t be happier. So, when the time comes to get behind the Charity Cup, please keep me and the thousands of other St. Jude patients in your mind as well as in your heart.
For more information and to support the cause, visit events.stjude.org/ CYCCharityRegatta.
— Fletcher RollinsonThis event supports a great cause, the St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital
Save these dates:
JULY 22 - Poker Run
JULY 27 - Ladies and Juniors Thursday night races
JULY 28 - Auction
JULY 29 - Racing followed by Casino afternoon and Blender Party
JULY 30 - Racing and Awards
TBD - Aquathon
If you would like to volunteer or make a donation, contact P/C Mike FitzGibbon at waterfrontdirector@cycrr.org or 440-336-1641.
Stay tuned for more information to come this summer.
Mark your calendar for all of these upcoming waterfront activities.
June 6: Adult learn to kayak and paddleboard introductory group seminar
June 8: Adult learn to powerboat introductory group seminar
June 10: Safety Town
June 13: Adult learn to sail introductory group seminar
June 24: ILYA junior sailing Travelers Series
July 10: Area E triple-handed junior sail championships qualifier
July 23: Chris Pfeil Memorial Sail (sail or power boats welcome)
July 27-30: CYC Charity Cup Regatta benefitting St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital
October 18: An evening with world-renowned sailor, author and television commentator Gary Jobson
For details on these and other happenings around the island, visit cycrr.org or email waterfrontdirector@cycrr.org.
As the club gets ready for another season of boating, swimming and socializing, it is time to remind everyone of some policies to keep our island secure.
• Members must display their 2023 car sticker on their vehicle or show a valid membership card to Security.
• If you have invited guests that are not arriving with you, sign them in or call them direct at 440-799-4665 and provide your name, member number and guest names. Once you arrive, you will then need to sign the guest log.
• Vehicles displaying a Dockholder sticker (all navy) are the only ones allowed to park in the designated Dockholder Only parking spaces.
• Please remember the island speed limit is 10 mph. Make sure to review our Pool Guest Policy on page 9.
In addition to our monthly newsletter, you can keep abreast of club happenings on our social media. To view photos of club happenings, follow us on Instagram at The Cleveland Yachting Club. And make sure to search and download The Cleveland Yachting Club App on your phone; then enter your current CYC website member name and password to access club events, membership roster, statements and more. You can make reservations and pay your bill right from your phone.
In an effort to simplify and make access to our island-wide WiFi easier, we’ve eliminated the need for usernames and passwords and have moved to a single network. The network name is “CYC WIFI” and the network password is CYC*1878#yacht. The password will be displayed at various points around the island—and will be changed on a periodic basis.
Please take time to complete our dining survey and let us know how we are doing. We will be holding a monthly drawing for those who complete the survey with a chance to win a $100 CYC gift certificate.
Unknowingly, many swimmers and boat operators place themselves in the face of danger by swimming near electric-powered boats and docks. This innocent act of fun can turn tragic as electric shock drowning occurs each year.
Our Yard Crew will be doing routine testing of every dock pedestal and performing in-water testing around every dock this season. However, an electrical malfunction can happen at any time from someone’s boat.
Help prevent electric shock drowning or other electrical injuries with these tips:
1.) Do not allow anyone to swim near docks or boats.
2.) If you feel a tingle while swimming, the water may be electrified. Get out of the water as soon as possible avoiding the use of metal objects such as ladders.
3.) Never use electrical cords that are frayed or damaged or that have had the prongs removed or altered.
4.) Have Ground Fault Circuit Interrupters (GFCI) installed on your boat. Test them once a month.
5.) Consider having Equipment Leakage Circuit Interrupters (ELCI) installed on boats to protect nearby swimmers from potential electricity leakage into water surrounding your boat.
6.) Have your boat’s electrical system inspected and upgraded by a certified marine electrician regularly.
The Orcas are readying for the season with meets starting mid-month. We are always welcoming new swimmers. The CYC Swim Team is open to the children and grandchildren of CYC members, ages 4 to 16. To be eligible, participants must be able to swim unassisted one length of the CYC pool.
Come cheer on our Swim Team this summer. Here is the 2023 official CYC Orcas Swim Meet Schedule. Meets begin at 6:30 p.m. on Wednesday nights. Pre-meet warm-up times TBD.
June 14 — Westwood Country Club @ CYC
June 21 — CYC @ Elyria Country Club
June 28 CYC @ Avon Oaks Country Club
July 5 Lakewood Country Club @ CYC
July 12 Bye
July 19 WCSL Championships @ Westlake Rec Center (5 p.m. warm-up, 6 p.m. start)
The season culminates with the Swim Team Trophy Night on July 20. Good luck to all our swimmers this year!
HOLIDAY WEEKENDS: No Guests will be permitted at the Pool on holiday weekends (Saturday, Sunday, Monday). This includes Memorial Day, Tuesday 4th of July, and Labor Day.
WEEKENDS: Members may sign in up to six guests each month per membership number for a charge of $10 per guest. Weekend guest wristbands will be available to purchase on the day of use at the Front Desk inside the clubhouse. Members’ children cannot sign in for guests.
WEEKDAYS: Members may sign in guests at the pool for a charge of $6 per guest. Each guest will be issued a wristband and must wear it for entrance/re-entrance.
A few reminders on some rules we will also be enforcing this year:
All members are required to show their Membership Card for admittance into the pool at the Lifeguard gate each visit; there will be no exceptions.
Member families and their guests are allowed two chairs each visit.
Caregivers/Nannies can be registered by the member at the Front Desk, and they will be permitted to accompany children to the pool but restricted to Monday-Friday and not on holiday weekends.
Grandchildren of members who are 18 years or younger may be brought and supervised by their grandparents.
For more pool rules and safety guidelines see the 2023 Pool Policy and Regulations on the website at cycrr.org under My Club/Center Isle Complex and Pool tab.The season will culminate with Swim Team Trophy Night on July 20. Here’s hoping for another great season for all of our swimmers!
The pool also will host swim lessons. These lessons are scheduled directly between parents and instructors. Swim lesson prices are same as last year: $30 for 30 minutes. Parents pay the instructor directly and cannot bill to their account. Swim lessons are only scheduled from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. to avoid conflicts with swim team and pool cleaning. Contact poolmanager@cycrr.org to sign up.
We also are offering a program to focus on improving the swimming skills of our adult membership. Adult Coached Swim will be held in the mornings two days a week, and it will be an opportunity for members to come and workout.
Adult Coached Swim will be run like a swim team, with set workouts each practice. While some experience is required, those interested will communicate with me regarding their skill level and what they are interested in improving. Based on this feedback, I will construct a workout plan that suits both regular participants and welcomes new guests.
The Adult Coached Swim program will be held again this year with days and times to be determined.
If you are interested in this program or have questions, contact me at poolmanager@cycrr.org.
— Sophie Dasko, Pool Manager
This summer we will be featuring weekly weekend dinner specials. And at the Snack Bar, we are now serving pizza! Enjoy a personal 8-inch pizza for $10 or a 16-inch family size pizza for $17. Toppings 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. (now open late for pizza)
For dock delivery, call (440) 799-4863.
Check out new bottles added to the wine list including Cakebread Cabernet, Two Vessels Red Blend, Treasure Hunter Red Blend and Quilt Chardonnay.
Plus new glass pour wines will be Banfi Classico Chianti, Prisoner Red Blend and Santa Margarita Pinot Grigio.
New 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
Mark your calendar for these July events:
• July 4th — Breakfast and Lunch off the menu. Dinner buffet on the porch at 5 p.m. featuring all-American favorites.
• July 7 — Roberts Race Party
• July 11-16 — CYC Regatta
• July 18 — Swim Team Spaghetti Dinner
• July 20 — Swim Team Trophy Night
• July 22 — Charity Cup Poker Run
• July 25 — Sail Camp Trophy Night
• July 27-30 — CYC Charity Cup
The CYC Gate/Security Committee is looking forward to a fun and safe 2023 summer season! The bridge traffic restriction has our full attention, and we have been working closely with Management Committee and General Manager Marc Dallas to anticipate and plan for the challenges that this presents. We have also met with our contractor, Securitas, to keep them informed and to ensure that all guards are mindful of keeping traffic flowing while also enforcing all rules and regulations as published in the House Rules. We are asking all members and guests for their patience as we work through this together, and abide by the traffic signals.
In concert with Management Committee, Waterfront Activities Director P/C FitzGibbon and Marc Dallas, our plan is to anticipate and communicate busy weekends and events to our Membership. Running the shuttle for guests and employees will be utilized on an as-needed basis to control traffic flow and parking spaces.
We ask that all members review the House Rules regarding pets on the Island. This policy will be uniformly enforced, and we
appreciate in advance the cooperation of all pet owner members.
Also with the advent of Uber, Lyft, Door Dash and other vendors, our policy is to have delivery orders picked up at the Gate by those members ordering. These drivers will not be permitted access beyond the Gate. We thank our Members for complying with our request to have current windshield stickers and/ or membership cards available as they enter the Gate as is our policy. Our guards require proof of current membership to grant access.
Lastly, in respect of and concern for our neighbors along Yacht Club Drive we ask that you be aware of your speed due to increased pedestrian traffic and small children living in homes in the neighborhood. Please treat it as a “School Zone.”
We appreciate the opportunity to serve CYC through the Gate/Security Committee, and always welcome input and suggestions on how we can enhance the Member experience at our “Front Door.”
—CYC Gate Security Committee
P/C David M. Evans, Glenn Waggoner
Friday, June 2: Michelle Romary (Porch) 5:30-9 p.m.
Friday, June 9: Scott Alan “The Island Doctor” (Porch) 6-9 p.m.
Friday, June 16: John Pearson (Porch) 5:30-9 p.m.
Friday, June 23: Michelle Romary (Porch) 5:30-9 p.m.
Friday, June 30: Rick Iacoboni (Porch) 5:30-9 p.m.
Saturday, June 24: Dolinar Spahija (Topside) 6-9 p.m.
Sunday, June 4: Sean Walsh (Topside) 3-6 p.m.
Sunday, June 11: Dolinar Spahija (Topside) 3-6 p.m.
Sunday, June 18: DJ Jim Rio (Father’s Day Pool Deck) 1-5 p.m.
Sunday, June 25: Katy and the O.C. (Topside) 3-6 p.m.
Flower Clown on the Porch: June 7 & 21 from 6 to 8 p.m.
Gather your crew for a CYC Regatta to beat the great regattas of the world. Any gathering of boats can be a regatta, but at CYC we raise the bar for an unparalleled week of fun, friendship and general frivolity.
This year join your fellow club members, young and old, as we set your favorite regatta events on a course to some famous yacht racing destinations. Following is a tentative schedule of events.
TUESDAY, JULY 11
Commodore Mike and First Lady Colleen Mansuetto will officially open The CYC Island Regatta at the start of the inaugural CYC Island Race, where the CR 914 (remote control) fleet circumnavigates the island for the trophy and bragging rights. Follow alongside the race with refreshment stations on the boardwalk. Then it’s off to Center Isle to cheer on the Cardboard Boat Races, followed by kids’ activities in the Spar Loft and grown-up fun at Topside.
WEDNESDAY, JULY 12
Yacht racing, like CYC, is steeped in tradition yet constantly innovating, and Wednesday honors both aspects of our club. Reconnect and reminisce or make new friends as we honor our longest-tenured members at the Member Appreciation Party in the clubhouse. Later, all members are invited to meet and mingle at the New Member Mixer. Come show them the ropes!
THURSDAY, JULY 13
Don your hat and pearls for a garden party on the tent lawn as the ladies give a (subtle) nod to the yacht racing traditions of Europe at the Royal Regatta Luncheon. “Special guest appearances” by some of your favorite Brits.
In the evening, be transported to Charleston, South Carolina, a hot stop on the yacht racing circuit, for delectable low country foods, wine pairings and champagne. Then, grab a seat as dueling pianos bring all your favorite songs and twice the fun with their riotous show.
And we haven’t forgotten our smaller yachties. Center Isle will be center-fun with a splash party, then crafts and movies. Teens and tweens will have their own dance party—friends welcome! Topside will be open for the parents, too.
FRIDAY, JULY 14
Annapolis, home to the US Naval Academy, is steeped in sailing tradition so come sail away across the Chesapeake Bay to the CYC Officers’ Club where we will rock the boat to the yacht-rock groove of Afternoon Delight. Be sure to get there early to try a lobster roll or a crab cake at the outdoor cafe. Dig out your sailor suit, your dress blues or your best East Coast prepster yacht wear and boogie down. Then race over to the clubhouse for latenight fun and games at the after-party.
SATURDAY, JULY 15
Start the day gently with a stroll around the island to review the boat decorations (there will be prizes!). As you get more wind in your sails, head to Center Isle for a burger bar lunch and a Jr. Regatta of kids’ pool games. The Flag Line even gets in on the fun. Relax and regroup at Topside because the race is still on!
We’ll go back in time to 1959, sail across the deep water in the Last Race to Havana and relive the glamour of old Cuba. Guayaberas, ruffled layers and dancing shoes encouraged. Come early to sample Cuban specialties and American favorites at the cafe. The rum will flow and cigar smoke will blow!
SUNDAY, JULY 16
Join together at the Sunrise Service featuring our CYC Chorus then enjoy your Flag Line’s hospitality as they serve breakfast at the clubhouse. Or, head out for the Kids’ Fishing Derby (Need a ride? Let us know!). The Kids’ Carnival at Center Isle will feature your old favorites plus a few surprises so don’t miss out!
Whether you’re captain, crew or along for the ride, please join the Squadron Sail, a great CYC tradition. It’s a chance for the Commodore to review the fleet, and for the fleet to salute our Commodore. Look for details coming in your regatta guide.
The last competition is the fiercest: the Rib Cook-Off. There’s a limited number of entrants so sign up soon! And we’re staying close to home and close to our hearts for the last regatta destination: Put-in-Bay. Enjoy an award winning rib dinner as Pat Shepard sings the (familyfriendly) songs we love to hear and we toast to another great regatta.
We’re looking forward to seeing you and your crew at every event.
—Sarah and Chris van RaaltenThe CYC Bowling Fleet league started in October, and bowlers met each Wednesday evening at Fairview Lanes, through April 12. Sixty-one CYC men making up eight teams would tell you “what a fun way to get through the dark yacht-less months of our year.” It was something to look forward to each week.
We always have room for expansion if you are interested to join the fun!
Congratulations to the champion bowlers:
The First Half Champions (John Oliver’s Team Oliver) went up against the Second Half Champions P/C Chuck Inglefield’s Team Tackless) in the year’s championship match. After three very close games, Team Tackless won the “Super Bowl.” On Chuck’s Team was P/C Larry Greathouse, Steve Pederson, Chris van Raalten, Mike Ripich, Don Wadden, Rob Eilmann and Ron Lenz.
Congratulations to Team Tackless!
The Tennis Fleet is growing and gearing up for the summer!
The CYC Tennis Fleet will continue to drill weekly at Avon Oaks as we prepare for our Interclub matches starting this month.
All levels of players are welcome to join. Please contact Maria at cyctennisfleet@ gmail.com with any inquiries.
— Maria Sakoutis MelacrinosThe season got off to a great start with the traditional Wahoo Challenge at Avon Oaks Country Club in May. The fun continues this month as we have three dates on the calendar:
• Oberlin Golf Club on Wednesday, June 7, tee times starting at noon
• Pine Hills Golf Club on Thursday, June 15, tee times starting at 11:45 a.m.
• Lakewood Country Club on Thursday, June 29, tee times beginning at 1:10 p.m.
Snacks and drinks will be provided after the round courtesy of the Golf Fleet.
We also have added a new event on July 20 at Shaker Country Club, with tee times starting at 2 p.m.
—P/C Gordon Geiger, Golf Fleet Co-ChairmanKayak season is fast approaching! We will start paddling on June 1, and continue 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)
Sailing begins June 5 and June 7. Monday evening sails, meet at 6 p.m. in front of the clubhouse. Wednesday morning sails, 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.
Wet Hens Picnic is at the Spar Loft on June 14. Bring your own food, beverage and silverware. Or purchase food and beverage from Center Isle. RSVP to CYC. The evening starts with cocktails at 5:30 p.m. and dinner at 6:30 p.m. Entertainment by Meredith (Pangrace), Matt, Kelly and Chris. Wet Hens Potlucks are July 19 and August 9.
Stitch and Bitch is on summer break. It will resume in the fall.
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.
Did you know that Wet Hen Cathy Tasse is hosting a Ukrainian family in her home? To learn more about Cathy and this brave family, go to the WKYC story at: tinyurl.com/UKRfam
There will be a Celebration of Life for our Chris Pfeil on July 23. Sail racing in the morning in memory of Chris. A reception at the clubhouse in the afternoon. If you are interested in sailing, helping or going out to watch the races, contact Gail Cudak.
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
Artificial intelligence has been capturing headlines with chatbots for a while now, but the future of AI is set to revolutionize the boating industry, making the experience more enjoyable and effortless than ever before. With the latest technology, boats will be able to adjust their course, speed and direction automatically, allowing boaters to sit back and enjoy the ride. Gone are the days of worrying about depth and proximity to things out of sight. With advanced sensors and machine learning algorithms, boats equipped with AI technology can immediately identify potential hazards, such as other vessels, debris or changes in weather conditions. The technology can also monitor the boat’s speed and adjust it as needed to maintain a safe distance from obstacles.
— Justin Reed
Luc
Luc is director at Cit Ortho. He and wife Meg have three children looking forward to Sail Camp and Swim Team.
Sponsors: Eric Chiang & Brad Roberts
Matthew Lombardo
A principal at CW Industries, Matthew and his wife Carrie and daughter are looking forward to meeting new families.
Sponsors: Gary Brahler & Brett Jaffe
Alex Ricica
A project manager at Grantek, Alex and his wife Ruth are looking forward to the many social activities at the club.
Sponsors: Maureen Sweeney & Trevor Waite
Once again your Skeet Fleet was back in action this past season. Our sporadic activity partially falls on me, as I would like to find a younger shooter to take over the leadership of our fleet. However, our home field at the Beaver Creek Club in Amherst requires a club member be present when guests are there and only a couple other CYC members belong to Beaver Creek. This challenge is compounded as Beaver Creek has had a five- to 10-year waiting list for membership. And they have added membership leagues on the weekends, so we shall see what the future holds for our Skeet Fleet, but in the meantime, we continue on.
In December, we journeyed to the home of the Mentor Swamp Frogs. We had 10 shooters, which was the best turnout we have had in years. Unfortunately, our scores were not our best, but we always enjoy shooting with the Swamp Frogs. Our top five scores totaled 170 out of 250 birds; the Swamp Frogs, 224 out of 250. Yes, it was a slaughter, and the socalled captain of your Skeet Fleet, was not in the top five. Ouch!
In March, we had our annual breakfast gathering at the Hill-n-Dale Club in Medina. We had our typical 30 shooters, which is the max we can do. The squads are put together and handicaps are assigned, but seldom with much understanding. I always tell them I can be “bought,” but it has never happened. I keep hoping.
After we shoot a round of skeet and a round of 75 sporting clays, we gather back at the clubhouse to “review” the scores. This year heavy winds and rain were predicted, but we lucked out. Of our seven squads, only the last one was still shooting when the storm hit on the last of 14 stations. It was my squad but happily I do not shoot last. That unlucky guy still had three birds to shoot when mother nature came in really fast and let loose. The wind almost blew him off the station and the birds were flying crazy. We piled on the golf cart and fled but we were soaked by the time we made it to the clubhouse for our beverages. Yes, beverages rule! The top squad was led by Matt Thompson and had, with its handicap, a 382 out of 500 birds. The top two sporting clay shooters were Ben Thompson with a 58 and Sumner Mead with a 54, out of 75 birds. Congratulations guys for some good shooting on a windy day.
— Jim Winton, CYC Skeet Fleet CaptainGary 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.
a.m.-3 p.m. 5-9:30 p.m.
Saturday-Sunday: 7 a.m.-3 p.m. 3-5 p.m. (limited menu) 5-9:30 p.m. (full menu)
CLUBHOUSE BAR
Monday: 5-10 p.m.
Tuesday-Sunday: 11:30 a.m.-midnight
TOPSIDE BAR
Sunday-Thursday: noon-9 p.m.
Friday-Saturday: noon-11 p.m.
Food service every day from noon-9 p.m
Pizza Friday & Saturday until 11 p.m..
GAS DOCK
Monday: 5-9 p.m.
Tuesday-Saturday: 8 a.m.-9 p.m.
Sunday: 7 a.m.-9 p.m.
POOL HOURS
Daily open swim: 11 a.m.-9 p.m.
Adult swim: 7-10 a.m.
SNACK BAR
Monday-Sunday: 11:30 a.m.-9 p.m.
June 16-17
May has come and gone, boats are in the water and lines are getting wet, the water is warming up and the bite is on! We hope you all have been gathering intel out on the lake in preparation for our Annual Battle of Lake Erie. As is customary, the Battle will take place on Saturday, June 17 of Father’s Day weekend. The Calcutta will be Friday evening, June 16. We are looking forward to seeing all of you there.
Call out to new members: If you would like to get involved with the Fishing Fleet and find out what it is all about, please contact Dan O’Donnell or Chris van Raalten. Here is to tight lines and big fish.
—Dan O’Donnell and Chris van Raalten, Fishing Fleet Chairs
