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June '07

Congratulations Elliott Newnham, Trey Daniel, Eleanor Newnham
the 2007 Jr. Dixie Regatta Champions!

Junior Training News

Reported by John Irvine

Under the excellent stewardship of Ian Elliott and many other dedicated parents, the Spring Junior Training program has been an extraordinary success. The winds have been mostly favorable for the 24 juniors sailing in Opti, Laser, and 420s. Add strong coaching to the equation from AYC's own Max Hardage (2006 AYC junior champion and club champion) and Will Paschal (captain of UGA sailing team) and the result is a big leap in the strength of our junior sailors!

Speaking of big leaps, AYC has three teams competing in the Chubb U.S. Sailing Junior Championship series this summer:

Sears (Thistle) : Elliot Newnham, Eleanor Newnham,Trey Daniel
Bemis (420) : Kevin Guebert, Anna McLean
Smythe (Laser) : Lauren McLean

The group will be competing in the Semi finals which are also hosted by AYC on July 14-15th. The winner of each class at the semi finals will compete for the coveted title of the best junior sailors in the country at the Chubb U.S Sailing Junior Championship in New Jersey in mid August! Please congratulate these juniors and cheer them on!!

Also, please extend a big thank you to Jim Smither, Carl Owens, Means Davis, and the many other club members active in the junior program, not only for making the Chubb U.S. Sailing regattas possible, but for making them first class events. Registration is now open for Opti Early Birds and Basic Level I & II classes that start mid June. Go to the AYC web site for more information.

Juniors Rock!

Entertainment News - 4th of July

Don't forget the week of the 4th is a great time to vacation at the lake. This year the 4th will be on a Wednesday. More information to come on the following activities:

Burger Bar and fireworks
Country Fair
Beach Party
Cookouts

Saturday night the 7th will be the Bar B Q and Band party. If you're new to the club, or just want to get involved this is a great week to volunteer. Call Gigi Daniel

Saturday night cookouts will start June 2nd. Please note there is a new time 7pm. Bring a meat to grill and a dish to share.

June 2nd - Snipe Fleet
June 9th - Y- Flyers
June 16th - Laser Fleet
June 23rd - Thistle Fleet
June 30th - Snipe Fleet
July 14th - Y- Flyers
July 21st - Shrimp Bowl
July 28th - Thistle Fleet
August 4th - Snipe Fleet

Interested in Crewing or need a Crew?
Look under the Crew Finder (under the More tab on the web site www.atlantayachtclub.org)

2007 Racing Schedule is posted on the web site!

Summer Reading... You will find a lot of books on sailing in the Adult Lounge that were donated by Kay Redmond. Help yourself to the books and please return them when you are finished so others may enjoy them.

Thank you to Candace Bentley, Eric Pullen, Dale Newnham, Beth Tumlin, Nancy Molitor and Dianne Breyfogle for submitting pictures for this issue of the Scuttlebutt!

Did you know??? You can list your boat for sale on the Atlanta Yacht Club web site? Check it out on www.atlantayachtclub.org under the More tab.

May '07

Thomas R. Nolan, a 30 year member of AYC, a loyal member of the Y-Flyer fleet and Commodore in 1990 passed away on February 28, 2007. Tom, a native of Cleveland, OH was a highly respected surgeon and recognized expert in vascular surgery and nuclear medicine. At one point, Tom was the club surgeon. Tom served in the Navy. He and his wife, Maureen of 57 years enjoyed traveling the world and around Atlanta in their convertible with the license plate - STRBRD.

Did you know??? In our 57 year history, there have been 56 different Commodore's, our first Commodore, E. O. Smithfield served the first two years, 1950 and 1951.

Working hard at Y-Flyer Midwinters in Columbia, SC, where gust were between 20 - 22!

Saturday night cookouts will start June 2nd. Please note there is a new time 7pm. Bring a meat to grill and a dish to share.

June 2nd - Snipe Fleet
June 9th - Y- Flyers
June 16th - Laser Fleet
June 23rd - Thistle Fleet
June 30th - Snipe Fleet
July 14th - Y- Flyers
July 21st - Shrimp Bowl
July 28th - Thistle Fleet
August 4th - Snipe Fleet
August 11 - Y-Flyers
August 18th - Laser Fleet
August 25th - Thistle Fleet

I'm working on plans for the 4th of July weekend. I'm looking for that special group to head up the Country Fair on the 4th. Beth Tumlin and her family started a wonderful new tradition. I would hate to see it end. Please call me and let me know if you are interested.
- Gigi Daniel

Junior Week 007

Junior agents! Help! Not much time... I hear them coming for me... Secret message encoded below... You know what to do! Get to it!

James Bond here with an update for all agents signed up for duty in her majesties service. While Q and Moneypenny tweak the details of your task at hand, remember that your objective is the coveted License to Sail! Jump in any boat you can and get ready because we have US Sailing Certified, National and North American sailing champion, and double-secret agent Will Pascal lined up to provide some of the best sailing instruction this side of the English Channel. Believe me, this agent ranks a 10!

Did you know??? Two of our club members raced in the America's Cup in 1977 and won?
More to follow in an upcoming issue.

In Loving Memory...

Candy Simmons, i.e.Superwoman, passed away on March 29, 2007 after a ten year battle against breast cancer. Her spirit and fight was astounding as her battle against the disease continued through high and low times. She was superwoman as her beloved Judson and family liked to call her because there wasn't much she couldn't or didn't do. In her lake cabin she and Judson turned out fabulous gourmet feasts. The Y-Fleet can attest to the wonderful delights she shared with us for the Beers and Y-flyer meetings. She loved to garden, sew, and create wonderful topiaries for the Southeastern Flower Show. But most of all she was an adoring mother to Allison, Wendy and Julia and the loving wife of Judson. We will all miss her and cherish her memory.

Written by Sally Dorr

The Ladies Luncheon was hosted at the home of Al and Gigi Daniel on Saturday, March 17, 2007.

Mimosa’s and Bloody Mary’s were served, a delicious brunch was catered and everyone took home a wonderful cookbook from the Roswell Historical Society.

click here for photos - Gallery 72

February '07

March 17, Ladies Luncheon

March 31, Commissioning
(invitations to come with more details)

April 28-29, AYC Open Regatta

From the Editor

It is with great enthusiasm that I take the role of your Scuttlebutt Editor for 2007. I have been reading the Scuttlebutt for 20+ years and never once considered being the editor or even thought about the energy that goes into creating this publication. As I put together Issue 1 of Volume 57, I would like to thank the editors before me as well as express my gratitude for technology which makes this job more efficient. Jim Roberts has done a fantastic job as editor over the last two years and made the production and distribution of the Scuttlebutt totally automated. Rather than spending evenings folding, taping and applying stamps, now with a couple of clicks of my mouse the Scuttlebutt is sent into cyberspace and in less than 7 days, appears in your mailbox. My vision for the Scuttlebutt is for it to be a source of news, information and education with a touch of fun, flair, and class.

The schedule for 2007 is as follows:

February Issue Deadline - January 15
May Issue Deadline - April 15
June Issue Deadline - May 15
August Issue Deadline - July 15
October Issue Deadline - September 15
November Issue Deadline - October 15

In addition to the standard articles, I will be looking for feature articles and pictures. If you have sailing related ads you want posted in the Scuttlebutt, please let me know prior to the deadline. My name recently changed and I moved up considerably in the alphabet, so in this year's yearbook, you’ll find me under the A's rather than the T's. I included my picture at the top so you can put my face with my name. Flag me down when you see me and let me know of interesting facts about yourself, other members or let me know if you have some great pictures that I may include.

May the winds carry you warmly through the winter,
Tracy Tumlin Allardice
email

Yes, this is a special year... double-oh seven to be sure. My name is Bond... James Bond. I'm looking for top special agents willing to join me in a dangerous but rewarding mission. Of course this assignment isn't for any ordinary agent. Due to the anticipated grueling physical and mental challenges of this assignment, I can only accept Junior agents at least 11 years old and not yet 19 years old as of January 1, 2007. (Note to Senior agents - Fear not! We will have special assignments available for you too.)

What can you expect from this top-secret mission? Of course there are few guarantees, and this message (which will self destruct in 5 seconds), is For Your Eyes Only.

• A six day assignment, starting Sunday, June 10

• Your objective: Successful completion of your mission On Her Majesty's Secret Service and receipt of the coveted License to Sail

• Daily activities will challenge and motivate you, with instruction and lots of hands-on sailing experience for beginning, intermediate and advanced skill levels.

• Evening activities may take you to exotic locations such as Survivor Island, the Fear Factor Factory, and even the Casino Royale.

• On day one of your mission, Q and Miss Moneypenny will provide details of your assignment, including accommodations and the other agents on your team.

Registration information will be provided later in March for those of you brave enough to accept this challenge.

Get Ready For Junior Week 2007!

Spring
Intermediate / Advanced (ages 9-18) classes Sundays
9am-noon
April 15 - May 20th (6 sessions)

Summer
Early Birds (5-8) classes Saturdays 10am-noon
June 16 - August 11, except July 4th weekend (8 sessions)
Basic and Beyond (9-18) classes Sundays 9am-noon
June 17 - August 12, except July 4th weekend (8 sessions)

Junior Week (11-18) June 10-15th

Fall
Intermediate / Advanced (ages 9-18) classes Sundays
9am-noon
September 9 - October 14th (6 sessions)

Clinics to be scheduled

2007 will be a fun season for Junior Sailing. The Junior Training team is hard at work to bring new excitement and challenges to the programs for all ages. Mark your calendars now and stay tuned for registration dates and more.

A Tradition since Spring 2006 started by one our Atlanta Yacht Club's members

* Savannah - Beaufort - Charleston

The SBC Classic Boat Rally is an organized sailing adventure up the Intracoastal Waterway from Savannah, GA to Beaufort, SC to Charleston, SC (and beyond) for boats of classic design ranging in overall length from 15 feet to 24 feet. The principal organizer of the rally, with a lot of help from his friends, is Sam ("Woody") Norwood, resident of both Atlanta and Beaufort, member of Atlanta Yacht Club (Commodore 1987) as well as Beaufort Yacht and Sailing Club. This year's event will be May 3-10. Per the web site 14 boats are signed up for the event hailing from MO, SC, GA, MI, FL, OH. You can find out more about this by going to www.classicboatrally.com.

by Jennifer Tumlin Garrett

As I was looking out the window this weekend, into the 20 degree weather (going into the negatives later this week) with snow falling and ice forming on the roads, I began to wonder what exactly avid sailors do in Northern Illinois in the winter. I've heard more than once that Chicagoans love nothing more than outdoor time (weather permitting). So I thought the winter must be a depressing time for people up here. As it turns out, my coworker's husband (Pete Fader) is a summer sailor and a winter iceboater. So, there's the answer to that question. When the lakes freeze, sailors up north go iceboating. This subject obviously sparked my interest, so to get a little more information on the subject, I did some Internet research and talked with Pete. Here's what I found out: Iceboats range from around 12 feet to 30+ feet and can travel up to 5 times faster than the wind (100+ mph!). Ice boats have three skates or runners: one in the front, which the tiller controls, and 2 side runners that are attached to the boat by a crossbar, which is 8 feet wide or more. Iceboats typically sail on 2 out of the 3 runners. Just like regular sailboats, iceboats don't have brakes, so if you want to slow down from 75 mph, simply head into the wind. Iceboats heal, require hiking, and are capable of capsizing. The DN is a popular class of iceboat (12 ft long, 60 square feet of sail area, 100-150 pounds, made of wood, with a max speed of 60 mph).

Pete characterizes ice boating as a "faster, quieter form of snowmobiling" and said that it is similar to sailing, just a lot colder! Pete grew up on Sandusky Bay, and when he was in high school, he and his father built a DN from a kit. It took them 3 days to put it together, and they spent the next 4 years sailing it. Pete shared some experiences with me, such as the time his father capsized the boat with his hand wrapped around the mainsheet and was dragged across the ice. He ended up with two broken ribs! Wherever there's a sailor, there's an adventure.

Now that I have found out that there is something to do in the winter in Northern Illinois and have made a new friend in a new place, I think I'll take Pete's advice that if I get the chance to go iceboating, jump on it. What a thrill it would be to travel across the ice at 60 mph… and we thought Thistles were fast!

by David Shively

I was thinking of getting a small outboard runabout. We all know there are a few days in the summer when there are better things to do on the water than sailing. This lead to thoughts of restoring an older boat and this then lead to thoughts of building a boat. I had built a couple of sea kayaks several years ago but nothing as big or involved as what I had in mind. After looking at several plans I found the plans for the Rascal runabout available from WoodenBoat magazine. At 15 ft. long and 450 lbs. (without motor) this is actually about the same size as a Thistle but with a 60 HP motor it can get up to 50 mph, or more! I also found that there are a few other builders who have shared some of their experiences.

Over the last year I was able to get the frames built, installed the chines, shear, battens, and then the first layer of planking. Just before Christmas I had some help from Art M. and Darryl A. and got it flipped over to start on the cockpit and deck. After that, it's back over to do the second layer of planking and then once more to finish the topsides and start the varnishing. Hope to launch some time in 2007 (maybe).

Louis Vuitton Cup Round Robins
16 April - 7 May 2007 - 11 Challengers

Louis Vuitton Cup Semi Finals
14-25 May 2007 - 4 Challengers

Louis Vuitton Cup Final
1 to 12 June 2007 - 2 Challengers

The 32nd America's Cup Match
by Louis Vuitton
23 June – 7 July 2007
(winner of the Louis Vuitton Cup and the defending Champion, Alinghi)

Laser Midwinter's East, February 22-25, Clearwater, FL

Thistle Midwinter's East, February 24-March 2, St. Petersburg, FL

Y-Flyer Midwinter's, March 3-4, Columbia, SC

Snipe Midwinter's, March 10-13, Clearwater, FL

I know all of you know about the rescue of Clint Hodges by Robert Gregory, Holly Gregory, and Katherine Hallet. Many of you were at Commissioning when US Sailing President Janet Baxter presented the Arthur B. Hanson Rescue Medal to each of them. The link was recently added to the US Sailing site with the full and complete story and report.

Congrats again to Robert, Holly, and Katherine for this accomplishment.

click here for full story

Flag Officers:
Commodore, Al Daniel
Vice Commodore, Jim Womble
Rear Commodore, Buz Benzur
Secretary, Karl Andersen
Treasurer, Rick Ingram

Board of Governors:
Nile Hatcher (Ex. Of.)
Lee Bradley
Jim Roberts,
Craig McLean
Greg Padgett
Ron Redner
Brad Beebe
Rick Ingram
John Irvine
Matt Gregory,
Steve Guebert,
Tracy Tumlin Allardice

Junior Flag Officers:
Commodore, Trey Daniel
Vice Commodore, Kevin Guebert
Rear Commodore, Lauren McLean
Secretary, Collin Ingram
Treasurer, Anna McLean

Atlanta Yacht Club 2006 Awards

Thistle Fleet - Dennis Flannigan, Captain
1st - Bryce Dryden
2nd - Johnny Sinclair
3rd - Jim Smither

Y-Flyer Fleet - Brad Beebe, Captain
1st - Dan Kelleher
2nd - Karl Andersen
Woody Orrell Trophy : Steve Austin

Snipe Fleet - Dustin Kayes, Captain
1st - Dustin Kayes
2nd - Ian Elliot
3rd - John Muhlhausen
Bill Lynn Trophy : Don Hackbarth
Most Improved Skipper : Larry Bull

Laser Fleet - Lee Bradley, Captain
1st - Max Hardage
2nd - Anna Lee Bradley
3rd - Kate Hodges

Commodore's Award : John & Leslie Irvine

Outstanding Sailor : Max Hardage

Goodwill Ambassador : Dale Newnan

Sportsmanship : Lee Bradley

Charlie Chase Award : Steve Austin

Outstanding Junior Award : Max Hardage

Junior Championship Awards
1st - Max Hardage
2nd - Kate Hodges
3rd - Anna Lee Bradley

Women's Championship Awards
1st - Heather Morse
2nd - Holly Gregory
3rd - Courtney Bradley

Club Championship Awards
1st - Max Hardage
2nd - Dustin Kayes
3rd - Bryce Dryden

AYC Yearbook - Membership Info Update