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21/12/06

GRYC News and Notices - December 21

Seasons Greetings!

While the island is closed and boats are put away for another year, a number of GRYC members did manage to brave damp and cold weather to participate in the 2006 Annual General Meeting.

AGM Update - Your New Board
Those who were able to attend the GRYC Annual General Meeting on November 30th approved a balanced budget, made clarification changes to the by-laws regarding membership definitions and criteria for ranking the waiting list, and participated in lively discussion about the maintenance of the current GRYC fleet, membership initiation fees and island/club house improvements for 2007. (Minutes available in the New Year)

The 2007 GRYC Board of Directors:
Commodore: Patti Goodman
Past Commodore: Paul Fydenchuk
Vice Commodore: Joe Dion
Fleet Captains: Dan Gray / Geoff Erskin
Secretary: Nicki Paulun
Treasurer: Jean François Coté
Facilities: Gilles Morrell
Communications: Erik Rask

Vacant Positions:
Youth Program Director
Rear Commodore
Calling all members - filling vacant positions
To maintain the active, vibrant club we have all come to enjoy, the vacant positions on the Board must be filled. There are no shortages of volunteers willing to work on the social committee and the youth committee, but the club is in need of members willing to take the helm and lead these committees! As leaders in these positions you do not work alone - in addition to your committee you are part of a supportive team - the Board.

If you have experience in program planning or working with youth, please consider joining the Board as Youth Program Chair. If you have a knack for organizing events, have a creative flair, or simply enjoy the many social activities the club offers, please consider joining the Board as Rear Commodore.

If interested, please contact the commodore, Patti Goodman at 819 827-1173 or email commodore@gryc.ca
Merry Christmas!
The 2007 GRYC Board wishes you a Merry Christmas and a safe, happy holiday season. May the New Year bring you good health and smooth sailing!

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23/11/06

GRYC Notice - Annual General Meeting - Thursday, November 30

GRYC Annual General Meeting

Dear GRYC Members:

This is a reminder of the AGM, which takes place next Thursday November 30th, at the Chelsea Community Centre basement. Doors open at 6:30 for cocktails, the meeting will start at 7:00 pm.

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19/10/06

GRYC News and Notices: October 19

Bridge up! Saturday, October 21: All hands on deck to put the club to bed for winter!

In this week's newsletter:
1. Reminder - Bridge Up change of Date
2. Boat Owners
3. Boat Storage & Lockers
4. Fall Colours Paddle
5. Le Gel

Reminder - Bridge Up change of Date
Bridge Up will be taking place on Saturday, October 21 starting at 9:00 am, one week later than originally scheduled. As many members as possible are needed to help put the club and facilities to bed for the winter. A reminder that Bridge Up and Bridge Down now count as one credit each towards volunteer requirements revised in the spring.

Please bring work gloves if you have them and if you are planning to help with outdoor cleanup.

Lunch will be provided for all hard workers once everything is done. Work starts at 9:00, so get there early to help out.
Boat Owners
If your boat is still in the water, please plan to make arrangements to haul your boat out by the end of this coming weekend, or latest by Friday, October 20. The boat ramp will be left open until then for your convenience.
Boat Storage & Lockers
If you have a locker on the island and intend to renew it next year, feel free to leave NON PERISHABLE items in it. If you no longer wish to have a locker at the club, please empty it by Bridge Up so it can be reassigned early next season.

Canoes, Kayaks, and boats on the laser racks can be left where they are AT YOUR OWN RISK. The GRYC is not responsible for lost or damaged property.

Boats that are left in the water during the summer must be hauled out of the water. If you have the means, it is preferable, and in your best interest, to store them at home, however, some dinghies may be stored on the island (please provide your own tires if you have spare tires at home as we need quite a few to store club boats) and there is limited space in the parking lot to store Big Boats. If you plan to use club property to store your dinghy or Big Boat, please call the Manager at 613 220-4328 to verify your intended storage location.
Fall Colours Paddle
On Sunday, October 1, a few hardy souls became one with the water. Those paddling southward from Wakefield and the Cascades Club glided down the Gatineau River through an uneven rain to be greeted by enthusiastic throngs of well-wishers lining the riverbanks and the catwalk of the GRYC. Though low cloud cover made grey the predominant colour of the Fall Colours Paddle, mild temperatures guaranteed that the spirits of the participants were not dampened.

Though not likely the last paddle of the year for those who did the event, it was a memorable morning. For those who were unable to attend, it is recommended that a final go-round on the river take place before canoes, kayaks and sailing craft are retired for the winter.

As for next year's Fall Colours Paddle, an order of sunny weather has already been submitted.

James Grimes
Le Gel
Le Gel - final official sailing event of the 2006 season

What a simply glorious day on the water with the leaves just over their prime but still looking quite spectacular. The sun... after all the wet sailing days that we have had was soothingly warm in a beautiful clear blue sky - good shorts weather on the 8th October!!! What a treat.

After a little discussion as to which direction to head, there were some of us who thought that it would be fun to sail down river towards the dam but it was decided, by majority vote, that Banana Island beckoned.

We had fair but not huge winds going towards Banana Island and had a very pleasant broad reach/run up. Just short of the island David decided that we should drop anchor and feast on goodies and beer which we did on Muriel's very comfortable and capacious boat. Unfortunately there were only two boats that were able to take part in the lunch flotilla - a very good time was had by all.

The wind got up for the beat back to the club - it was a truly lovely sail and just a great way to spend a late summer day on the water.

Janey Crook

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29/09/06

GRYC News and Notices: September 29

GRYC Awards Banquet Saturday, September 30: Have a great party!

In this week's newsletter:
1. Last Weekend's Racing Results
2. Revised Fall Sailing Schedule
3. Annual General Meeting November 30
4. Jobs! Jobs! Jobs!
5. Bridge Up: Saturday, October 21
6. Boat Haul-Out
7. Reminder: Club Hours of Operation

Last Two Weekends? Racing Results
Sunday, Sept 17 Frostbite Series II
Bruce Lorimer, Dan Gray, Neil Rask, Muriel How, Geoff Erskine, Galen Wellmeier, Dave Newing & Joe Dion, Bob Milko & Bernie Applebaum, Marian Kupczynski, Marylies Woods, Janey Crook, Special mention to Chris Holloway (Guest)

Sunday, Sept 24 Frosbite Series III
Geoff Erskine, Bruce Lorimer, Neil Rask, Dan Gray, Janey Crook

?Roaring Forties? Big Boat Race
Charles Deschamps & J-F Cote, Jos & Marylies Woods, Jim & Marc, Dave Newing, Joe Dion & Galen Wellmeier, Dave Maitland & Alain Piche (DNF), Bernie & Eva Applebaum (DNF), Tony & Donelda Lahey (DNF). A new record time to sail around Banana Island in a big boat was set by all three boats that finished. The fastest time was set by Charles and J-F with a time of 1 hour and 4 minutes.
Fall Sailing / Event Schedule
Saturday, October 1 Fall Colours Paddle
Contact James Grimes at (819)827-1035 or Gayle Ekstrand at (819) 827-3243

Sunday, October 8 1:00 pm
"Le Gel" Big Boat Cruise, the final sailing event of the season. Boats will form a flotilla, and pot-luck refreshments shared between vessels. If you haven?t got a boat, speak to a big boat owner to offer your service as crewing.
Annual General Meeting THURSDAY November 30
The GRYC Annual General Meeting will be held at the Chelsea Community Centre on Friday November 30. The bar opens at 6:30, the meeting runs from 7:00 to 10:00.

Here are the continuing members and the positions that will be duly nominated, seconded and carried at the AGM.

Past Commodore -Paul Fydenchuk CONTINUING
Commodore - Patti Goodman CONTINUING (the past year?s vice commodore succeeds the outgoing commodore)
Vice Commodore - OPEN speak to Patti Goodman
Rear Commodore - OPEN speak to Michael Henderson
Treasurer - J-F Côté CONTINUING
Fleet Captain - OPEN speak to Joe Dion or David Newing
Facilities -- OPEN speak to Erik Rask
Communications / Web Master - OPEN speak to Seymour Hamilton (one expression of interest received)
Secretary - Nicki Paulun CONTINUING
Youth Committee - Laura Massie CONTINUING
Jobs! Jobs! Jobs!
Jobs don?t end with the sailing season. Volunteer for a position among the splendid people who make the club work! Consider a winter project you might do for the Club. Make a point of attending the AGM.
Bridge Up: Saturday, October 21
The annual GRYC Fall cleanup will be taking place one week later than advertised. Mark your calendars off for Saturday, October 21. This event usually takes all morning. Bridge Up in the Fall and Bridge Down in the Spring are the two days that you are supposed to be present to help - IN ADDITION TO any other volunteer work you have done over the season. Many hands make light work, so the jobs are usually over by the end of the morning, when everyone can kick back and relax with a final lunch at the club.
Boat Haul-Out.
If your boat is still in the water, please haul it out by the end of the weekend of October 14, so that preparations can be made for Bridge Up the following weekend. The boat ramp will be open until Friday, October 20. Please do not plan to haul your boat out on the day of bridge up. We need all available resources to help with the clean-up, and the boat ramp will not be clear for haul-out. If you absolutely cannot haul your boat out by then, please contact Neil (manager@gryc.ca) to make alternative arrangements.
Reminder: Club Hours of Operation
Until Friday, September 29, the clubhouse will be open during the week from mid-morning to evening.

After October 1, the club will be open on good days during the week, and open weekends until Bridge Up on October 21. Manager Neil is still around and will be on duty all weekend long. If you're planning a BBQ some pleasant weekday evening, ensure that the Club will be open by emailing Neil at manager@gryc.ca, or leaving him a message at the club at 827-2122. The tool shed and pram shed will only be open on weekends.

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22/09/06

GRYC News and Notices: September 22

GRYC Awards Banquet Saturday, September 30. The deadline for ticket reservations has been extended until Sunday, September 24. Last call for a great party!

Most of this Newsletter is a re-run of last week?s information. New stuff is in bold.

In this week's newsletter:
1. Last Weekend?s Racing Results
2. Revised Fall Sailing Schedule
3. Annual General Meeting November 30
4. Jobs! Jobs! Jobs!
5. Jobs Well Done
6. GRYC Awards Banquet Saturday, September 30
7. Fall Colours Paddle Sunday October 1
8. Bridge Up Change of Date: Saturday, October 21
9. Boat Haul-Out
10. GRYC at CORK
11. Reminder: Club Hours of Operation

Last Weekend?s Racing Results
Sorry, the results of the Frostbite II & Rosie Pantz did not make it in time for this newsletter. We'll post them to the web site when available.
Revised Fall Sailing / Event Schedule
Sunday, September 24
Frostbite Series III (dinghy races 7, 8, 9) PLUS "Roaring Forties" (Big Boat Race)

Saturday, October 1
Fall Colours Paddle (see 6, below)

Sunday, October 8
"Le Gel" Big Boat Cruise, the final sailing event of the season.
Annual General Meeting FRIDAY November 30
The GRYC Annual General Meeting will be held at the Chelsea Community Centre on Friday November 30. The bar opens at 6:30, the meeting runs from 7:00 to 10:00.

Here are the continuing members and the positions that will be duly nominated, seconded and carried at the AGM.

Past Commodore ?Paul Fydenchuk CONTINUING
Commodore - Patti Goodman CONTINUING (the past year?s vice commodore succeeds the outgoing commodore)
Vice Commodore ? OPEN speak to Patti Goodman
Rear Commodore ? OPEN speak to Michael Henderson
Treasurer - J-F Côté CONTINUING
Fleet Captain ? OPEN speak to Joe Dion or David Newing
Facilities ?? OPEN speak to Erik Rask
Communications / Web Master ? OPEN speak to Seymour Hamilton (one expression of interest received)
Secretary ? Nicki Paulun CONTINUING
Youth Committee ? Laura Massie CONTINUING
Jobs! Jobs! Jobs!
Would you like to help out with the Banquet on September 30? Contact Pat Curry at 827-2953 or e-mail ryeo@travel-net.com
Jobs Well Done
We?re sure that all kinds of good work has been done during the past week unnoticed by this Newsletter, and probably during the season, as well. If you have not had your virtuous labours recognized ? and even if you have! ? be sure to write your name and all you did in the book at the Manager?s Office. You don?t want to be charged a fee in lieu of work when renewing your membership next year. If there?s some good reason why you were not able to volunteer ? health, family reasons ? please speak to the Commodore.
GRYC Awards Banquet Saturday, September 30
The deadline for ticket reservations has been extended until Sunday, September 24. Last call for a great party! The annual awards presentation, plus dancing to the Alligator Playboys' "rockin' blues and Cajun music." The evening costs $25 per GRYC member, and $35 for each guest. Cash Bar. You can reserve tickets by phone at 827-2953, or at ryeo@travel-net.com. (Volunteers needed! see # 4, above.)
Advance Notice: Fall Colours Paddle Saturday October 1
The annual Fall Colours Paddle will start around 10:00 a.m. at a point up-river from the Cascades Club (details from the organizers, below). We will paddling downstream southward with our Cascades Club friends for a pot-luck lunch at GRYC.

Whether you have your own canoe, or looking to share a vessel and transportation, come with us to enjoy the fall colours. Contact James Grimes at (819)827-1035 or Gayle Ekstrand at (819) 827-3243 no later than September 22 for further details.
Bridge Up Change of Date: Saturday, October 21
The annual GRYC Fall cleanup will be taking place one week later than advertised. Mark your calendars off for Saturday, October 21. This event usually takes all morning.

Bridge Up in the Fall and Bridge Down in the Spring are the two days that you are supposed to be present to help ? IN ADDITION TO any other volunteer work you have done over the season. Many hands make light work, so the jobs are usually over by the end of the morning, when everyone can kick back and relax with a final lunch at the club.
Boat Haul-Out.
With the date change of Bridge Up, members now have an extra week to haul their boats out of the water. To allow for preparations for Bridge Up, please remove your boat no later than Sunday, October 15. The water gate will be open from now until then for your convenience.
GRYC at CORK
A record number of GRYC sailors attended the five day CORK (Canadian Olympic Regatta, Kingston) regatta in August. Participants were Dominic McRae (who sailed in the Gold fleet), Katie Yeo and Sabina Weber (Silver fleet) and Eva Applebaum, Jordan McGuire and Stephen Moon (Bronze Fleet). In the Laser Radial class; Jackie Crapper sailed in the Byte C2 class; Thomas Yeo in the Laser Full Rig class; and Roma Czop, one of our youth program instructors, in the Laser 4.7 class.

Congratulations to all the GRYC participants.
Reminder: Club Hours of Operation
Until Friday, September 29, the clubhouse will be open during the week from mid-morning to evening.

After October 1, the club will be open on good days during the week, and open weekends until Bridge Up on October 21. Manager Neil is still around and will be on duty all weekend long. If you?re planning a BBQ some pleasant weekday evening, ensure that the Club will be open by emailing Neil at manager@gryc.ca, or leaving him a message at the club at 827-2122. The tool shed and pram shed will only be open on weekends.

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14/09/06

GRYC News and Notices: September 14

The summer is over, and with it the terms of several of your executive. If you would like to run for a position, or you know of someone who you feel should do so, contact the present incumbent to find out more about the duties and responsibilities. Here are the continuing members and the positions that will become open at the close of this season.

Past Commodore -Paul Fydenchuk CONTINUING
Commodore - Patti Goodman CONTINUING
Vice Commodore - OPEN speak to Patti Goodman
Rear Commodore - OPEN speak to Michael Henderson
Treasurer - J-F Côté CONTINUING
Fleet Captain - OPEN speak to Joe Dion or David Newing
Facilities -- OPEN speak to Erik Rask
Communications / Web Master - OPEN speak to Seymour Hamilton (one expression of interest received)
Secretary - Nicki Paulun CONTINUING
Youth Committee - Laura Massie CONTINUING

Tentative date for the Annual General Meeting is November 27, pending confirmation. This is a change from previous years, in order for the new executive to have more time to make plans for the coming year.

In this week's newsletter:
1. Last Weekend?s Racing Results
2. Frostbite II & Rosie Pantz, Sunday, September 17
3. Revised Fall Sailing Schedule
4. Jobs! Jobs! Jobs!
5. Jobs Well Done
6. GRYC Awards Banquet Saturday, September 30
7. Fall Colours Paddle Sunday October 1
8. Bridge Up Change of Date: Saturday, October 21
9. Boat Haul-Out
10. Last Call For Unpaid Receipts
11. Final Call For Unclaimed Boats At Club!
12. Reminder: Club Hours of Operation

Last Weekend?s Racing Results
Frostbite I Geoff Erskine, Warren & Sam Place, Dan & Cal Gray, Janey Crook, Neil Rask, Jack Des Brisay & Annette Brand, John & Gerry Crook

Special thanks to Chris Holloway & Marc Ranger for providing some outside competition with their beautifully restored Y-Flyers.

?Irish Whiskey? Big Boat Race
Bernie Applebaum & Bob Milko, David Newing & Joe Dion, Jos & Marylies Woods, Charles Deschamps & J-F Cote.

Marc Levac & Jim Coderre and Mike Cook started the race but did not finish.
Frostbite II & Rosie Pantz, Sunday, September 17
The second day of the Frostbite dinghy races will be held on Sunday. Race starts at 10:30 am with skippers? meeting at 10:00 am.

The race for the Rosie Pantz trophy will also be held on Sunday in conjunction with the usual races. All female helms? points will be counted both towards the Frostbite series and the Rasie Pantz Championship.
Revised Fall Sailing / Event Schedule
Sunday, September 24
Frostbite Series III (dinghy races 7, 8, 9) PLUS "Roaring Forties" (Big Boat Race)

Saturday, October 1
Fall Colours Paddle (see 6, below)

Sunday, October 8
"Le Gel" Big Boat Cruise, the final sailing event of the season.
Jobs! Jobs! Jobs!
Starting at 10:00 am on Saturday 17, we will wash and wax the club boats. If you can help, please email Neil at manager@gryc.ca by end of day on Friday, so he has knows how many are coming. Rain date will Saturday, September 23.

Would you like to help out with the Banquet on September 30? Contact Pat Curry at 827-2953 or e-mail ryeo@travel-net.com
Jobs Well Done
We?re sure that all kinds of good work has been done during the past week unnoticed by this Newsletter, and probably during the season, as well. If you have not had your virtuous labours recognized - and even if you have! - be sure to write your name and all you did in the book at the Manager?s Office. You don?t want to be charged a fee in lieu of work when renewing your membership next year. If there?s some good reason why you were not able to volunteer - health, family reasons - please speak to the Commodore.
GRYC Awards Banquet Saturday, September 30
You are invited to the GRYC Annual banquet, complete with the annual awards presentation, and dancing to the Alligator Playboys? ?rockin? blues and Cajun music.?

The evening costs $25 per GRYC member, and $35 for each guest. Cash Bar. You must reserve tickets by September 22 by phone at 827-2953, or at ryeo@travel-net.com. (Volunteers needed! see # 4, above.)
Advance Notice: Fall Colours Paddle Saturday October 1
The annual Fall Colours Paddle will start around 10:00 a.m. at a point up-river from the Cascades Club (details from the organizers, below). We will paddling downstream southward with our Cascades Club friends for a pot-luck lunch at GRYC.

Whether you have your own canoe, or looking to share a vessel and transportation, come with us to enjoy the fall colours. Contact James Grimes at (819)827-1035 or Gayle Ekstrand at (819) 827-3243 no later than September 22 for further details.
Bridge Up Change of Date: Saturday, October 21
The annual GRYC Fall cleanup will be taking place one week later than advertised. Mark your calendars off for Saturday, October 21. This event usually takes all morning.

Bridge Up in the Fall and Bridge Down in the Spring are the two days that you are supposed to be present to help - IN ADDITION TO any other volunteer work you have done over the season. Many hands make light work, so the jobs are usually over by the end of the morning, when everyone can kick back and relax with a final lunch at the club.
Boat Haul-Out.
With the date change of Bridge Up, members now have an extra week to haul their boats out of the water. To allow for preparations for Bridge Up, please remove your boat no later than Sunday, October 15. The water gate will be open from now until then for your convenience.
Last Call For Unpaid Receipts.
If you bought anything for the club (flowers, food, building supplies, etc.) and have not yet been reimbursed, please drop by the club or contact Neil (manager@gryc.ca) no later than this weekend with your receipts.
Final Call for Unclaimed Boats at Club!
The following boats at the club have yet to be claimed. If one of these is yours, please contact Neil at manager@gryc.ca ASAP. Any unclaimed boats after Bridge Up on October 21 will become club property.

Red, Kayak, Cricket Dimension, Canoe Rack 01A, white wave stripes on deck Pink, Kayak, Scrambler, Canoe Rack 01B, yellow back support (tied & locked together with 1C) Blue-Green, Kayak, Dagger, Canoe Rack 01C, "Magellan" sea kayak (tied & locked together with 1B)
Aluminum, Canoe, Grumman, Canoe Rack 10A,
Sailboard, Canoe Rack 11B
Red, Canoe, Canoe Rack 19B, Large hole in hull
Red, Canoe, York River, On ground by water's edge
Mustard Yellow, Canoe, On ground by water's edge, Black interior with yellow seats
Reminder: Club Hours of Operation
Until Friday, September 29, the clubhouse will be open during the week from mid-morning to evening.

After October 1, the club will be open on good days during the week, and open weekends until Bridge Up on October 21. Manager Neil is still around and will be on duty all weekend long. If you?re planning a BBQ some pleasant weekday evening, ensure that the Club will be open by emailing Neil at manager@gryc.ca, or leaving him a message at the club at 827-2122. The tool shed and pram shed will only be open on weekends.

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07/09/06

GRYC News and Notices: September 7

Club Hours of Operation

Until Friday, September 29, the clubhouse will be open during the week from mid-morning to evening. The tool shed and pram shed will only be open on weekends.

After October 1, the club will be closed during the week, but open weekends until Bridge Up on October 14. Manager Neil is still around and will be on duty all weekend long. You can reach him at manager@gryc.ca or leave a message at the club at 827-2122.

In this week's newsletter:
1. Sail-O-Rama Pentathlon Results
2. Revised Fall Sailing Schedule
3. Jobs! Jobs! Jobs!
4. Jobs Well Done
5. Advance Notice: GRYC Awards Banquet Saturday, September 30
6. Advance Notice: Fall Colours Paddle Sunday October 1
7. Advance Notice: Bridge Up Saturday October 14
8. Rosie Pantz Trophy

Sail-O-Rama Pentathlon Results:
Gold: Blue Team with Gerry & Michael Crook, Scott Goodman, Michael Inglis, Sophie & Michael Wolvin, and Erika Giuliani.
Silver: The Red Team with the Gray & Place families and Jaime Erskine,
Bronze: the ?Swaziland? team appeared as the Yellow team, including the Stewart-Jones clan, Leo & Claire Landry, the Eveleigh brothers, and friend Sebastien.
Corrections to last week?s results:
First place: Muriel How, Marylies Woods, and Janie Crook with 43 points;
Second place: John Russell, Michael Henderson, and Charles Deschamps with 44 points;
Third place: Nicki Paulun, Dan Gray, and Joe Dion.
Sorry for the mix-up.
Revised Fall Sailing / Event Schedule
Due to recent rainy weekends, events have been postponed and shuffled. The following revised schedule will take place rain or shine, but if necessary they may be cancelled if the weather gets too ugly. No more postponements! All races times start at 10:30 am, with skippers? meeting at 10:00 am.

Sunday, September 10
Frostbite Series I (dinghy races 1, 2, 3) PLUS ?Irish Whiskey? (big boat race)
Sunday, September 17
Frostbite Series II (dinghy races 4, 5, 6)
Sunday, September 24
Frostbite Series III (dinghy races 7, 8, 9) PLUS ?Roaring Forties? (big boat race)
Sunday, October 1
Fall Colours Paddle (see 6, below)
Sunday, October 8
?Le Gel? Big Boat Cruise, the final sailing event of the season.
Jobs! Jobs! Jobs!
The late-season sailing events still need crash boat operators and race officials. If you are available for one or more of these dates and would like to volunteer, please call Bruce Lorimer at 613 241-2546 to run or help with the Crash Boat, or Caryl Green at 827-4502 to volunteer as a Race Official.

Fall Boat Cleaning Scrub-a-dub-dub: Come on Saturday, September 16 (rain date September 30) to help wash and wax the club boats before their long winter's nap Starting at 10:00 am. Would you like to help out with the Banquet on September 30? Contact Pat Curry at 827-2953 or e-mail ryeo@travel-net.com

We still need a Duty Officer for Fridays in September starting on the 8th. Duties include opening and closing the clubhouse and checking a few things inside. Email Neil (manager@gryc.ca.) if you're interested.
Jobs Well Done
Thanks to Patti Goodman, Tammy Giuliani, Fatima & Tim Martin, Steve Roberts, and Christine Faveri for volunteering to open and close the clubhouse during the week for the month of September, so that members can continue to use the facilities. Commendations to John Crooke and his team for fixing the windsurfer dock.
Advance Notice: GRYC Awards Banquet Saturday, September 30
The annual banquet, complete with awards and dancing will cost $25. A usual, there will be splendid food and wonderful music, along with the fun of heaping praise (and sometimes non-repeatable humour) on those who win the annual club awards. Details to follow. (Volunteers needed! see # 3, above.)
Advance Notice: Fall Colours Paddle Sunday October 1
The annual Fall Colours Paddle will start around 10:00 a.m. at a point up-river from the Cascades Club. (More details later.) We will paddling downstream southward with our Cascades Club friends for a pot-luck lunch at GRYC. Whether you have your own, or looking to share a vessel and transportation, come and enjoy the fall colours as you navigate the Gatineau by paddle. Contact James Grimes at (819)827-1035 or Gayle Ekstrand at (819) 827-3243 no later than September 22 if you're interested.
Advance Notice: Bridge Up Saturday October 14
Mark the date of ?Bridge Up? on your calendar. This is the day we cleanup and coil down to get the Club ready for the winter. Bridge Up in the Fall and Bridge Down in the Spring are the two days that you are supposed to be present to help - IN ADDITION TO any other volunteer work you have done over the season. Many hands make light work, so the jobs are usually over by the end of the morning, when everyone can kick back and relax with a final lunch at the club.
Rosie Pantz Trophy
The Rosie Pantz Trophy is awarded to the female club member with the best overall final tally in all the summer?s races. Sorry if this was obscured or confused in the previous newsletter.

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31/08/06

GRYC News and Notices: August 31

Burgees for Sale

We have a limited supply of new burgees (club pennants). Display your GRYC pride with these 12? x 18 burgees. They?re perfect for flying on your boat or mounting on your wall. Cost: $25. See Manager Neil or contact him at manager@gryc.ca.

In this week's newsletter:
1. Last Two Weekends? Racing Results
2. Club Pennant Officially Unveiled at Last Club Night
3. Labour Day Weekend at GRYC
4. Last Weekend?s Big Boat Racing Postponed to September 10
5. Jobs! Jobs! Jobs!
6. Jobs Well Done
7. Club Fall Schedule
8. GRYC Awards Banquet
9. Lockers Available
10. Relief for the Poyser Family
11. Found Kayak!

Last Two Weekends? Racing Results
Team Racing - Sunday, August 20
First Place: Nicki Paulun, Dan Gray, and Joe Dion with a score of 42 Second Place: Muriel How, Marylies Woods, Janie Crook with a score of 46 Third Place: John Russell, Michael Henderson, Charles Deschamps with a score of 47

Sunday August 27 brought miserable sailing weather, so the ?Irish Whiskey? Big Boat Race was postponed to September 10.
Club Pennant Officially Unveiled at Last Club Night
At the final Club Night, the refurbished GRYC Pennant was unfurled. All stood to salute the flag as it was hoisted up the flagpole while Pace (Doug) Sturdevant trumpeted a ?Fanfare to the Colours.? Founding member Alan Richens then spoke about the origins of the Club Pennant and the early days of the GRYC.
Labour Day Weekend at GRYC
Sunday September 3: Frostbite I, plus Rosie Pantz

The Fall Dinghy Frostbite Series starts this weekend. 10:00 skippers meeting, 10:30 am start.

The Rosie Pantz race, postponed from Pink Sail, will be an aspect of Sunday?s races. All female sailors will compete in both the regular Frostbite series, and for the Rosie Pantz trophy as well.

Labour Day Monday September 4: Celebrate GRYC?s 44th Birthday with the Sail-O-Rama Pentathlon.

Activities include running, swimming, sailing, canoeing, paddling a surfboard, jumping off the rocks, puzzle-making, treasure-hunting, as well as other challenges. Teams consist of a minimum of seven people. You should arrive at 10:00 to be briefed on the layout of the course and activities. Make up your team in advance, or come on your own and join or form a team on the spot. Teams register at 10:00.

Around 2:00 pm, when the races are over, join us to nosh on some cake and raise a glass of champagne to the Iron Team winners of the Pentathlon, the Club and to a summer well spent.
Last Weekend?s Big Boat Racing Postponed to September 10
The "Irish Whiskey" Big Boat Race will take place on September 10, in conjunction with Frostbite II.
Jobs! Jobs! Jobs!
Fall Boat Cleaning Scrub-a-dub-dub! Come on Saturday, September 16 (rain date September 30) to help wash and wax the club boats before their long winter?s nap Starting at 10:00 am.

Thanks to those who have offered to open and close the club in September. We still need a Duty Officer for Fridays in September starting on the 8th. Duties include opening and closing the clubhouse and checking a few things inside. Email Neil (manager@gryc.ca) if you?re interested.
Jobs Well Done
Many people contributed volunteer hours to Club Nights this season, but GRYC owes a standing ovation to Mary & Paul Johannsen and Michael Henderson & Nicki Paulun for organizing these popular events.

Thanks to everyone who helped out this summer. From cleaning dishes to planting flowers to running races to driving the crash boat, the GRYC could not work without your help. If you haven?t had a chance yet, please record your volunteer contribution in the Log Book kept by the phone outside the office.
Club Fall Schedule
After Labour Day, and during the balance of September, the club house will be open weekday afternoon and evenings for members to enjoy a swim while there?s still warmth in the river and enough sun for an evening BBQ on the back deck. On weekends, the clubhouse and sail shed will be open throughout the day.

In October, until Bridge Up on the 14, the Clubhouse and facilities will be open only on weekends.

Save the date! On Sunday, October 1, there will be a Fall Colours Paddle. More information to come in next week's newsletter.
GRYC Awards Banquet
Mark your calendars for the annual GRYC Awards banquet on Saturday, September 30. Details in the coming Newsletters.
Lockers Available
There isn?t much of the season left, but if you sign up for one of the few remaining lockers now, you?ll have it for next season as well. First-come-with-$15, first-served. Contact Neil for information manager@gryc.ca.
Relief for the Poyser Family
Daniel and Jackie Poyser and their three children were recently burned out of their Chelsea home in a fire that also took the life of the children?s grandmother. GRYC members can either donate directly to the ?Friends of the Poyser Family? account at the Royal Bank, (226-101-3549), or contact Gillian Weedon, the Poysers? neighbour and close friend at 819-827-8551. Gillian can suggest items that the family needs most at this sad time of loss.
Blair Erskine Rescues Someone?s Kayak
Blair Erskine (tel 819-827-2037; jbersk@magma.ca) pulled a 12 foot kayak out of the river. If it?s yours, call him!

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23/08/06

GRYC News and Notices: August 23

Last week the new GRYC flag was unfurled. At this week?s club night, (TONIGHT!!) bear witness to a small ceremony as the flag is fanfared up the mast by our own trumpet master, Doug (Pace) Sturdevant, and founding member Alan Richens recounts the flag?s history.

1. Last Weekend's Racing Results
2. The Absolutely Brilliant Final Club Night and Pram Regatta: TONIGHT!
3. Pentathlon Rescheduled to September 4
4. Big Boat Racing, Sunday August 27
5. Jobs! Jobs! Jobs! -- Duty Officers for the Fall Shoulder Season
6. Jobs Well Done
7. Junior Program Banquet Completes a Successful Season
8. GRYC Trophies & Awards
9. Close the Gate!

Last Weekend's Racing Results
The Family Fun Regatta last Saturday was somewhat hampered by a small turnout and equally small wind, but those who came had a good time. Lack of wind meant that the Jackson Trophy and Rosie Pantz were postponed until further notice -- possibly Sunday, September 3. Stay tuned for next week?s bulletin for more information.

The First GRYC Team Racing was held on Sunday. Three teams of threee lasers battled it out in good wind. Despite a light drizzle and colder temperatures, a good time was had by all. Results will be posted at the club.
The Absolutely Brilliant Final Club Night and Pram Regatta: TONIGHT!!!
If you haven?t made it yet, this is your last chance to attend a GRYC club night. Dinner served at 6:30. Pram races for the young and young-at-heart in the bay from 5:00-6:15.

Dinner will be served at 6:30 pm. Cost: $5 per member, $3 children 10 & under, and $8 for non-members.
Pentathlon Rescheduled to September 4
The Pentathlon originally slated Saturday 26 August will now be combined with the Sail-O-Rama and GRYC 44th Birthday festivities on Labour Day, Monday September 4. Five activities will be included in this event: running, canoeing, paddling a surfboard, swimming, and sailing. Teams will compete for Ironman Champion 2006. Stay tuned for more details in next week?s bulletin.
Big Boat Racing, Sunday August 27
The ?Irish Whiskey? Big Boat Race will be held this Sunday. This the fifth big boat race of the season will start at 10:30 am with Skipper?s meeting at 10:00 am.
Jobs! Jobs! Jobs!
Volunteers are needed for the Last Club Night! Call Neil, or come early wearing an apron (optional).

Duty Officers for the Fall Shoulder Season

As you know, after Labour Day the Club reverts to shoulder season hours of operation. The Manager will be on duty only during the weekends, and the clubhouse will be closed throughout the week. In past years, this meant that members were out of luck if they wanted to use the club house to change for an afternoon swim or to enjoy a BBQ during a beautiful Fall evening.

This year, on a trial basis, we are instituting the role of Duty Officer, who will be issued a clubhouse key, and will be responsible for opening and locking up the club house and conducting minor facilities checks such as toilet paper and paper towels. This is a great opportunity if you are still looking for volunteer credits.

If you?re interested in serving as a Duty Officer this Fall, please contact the Manager, Neil, at manager@gryc.ca or call the club at 819 827-2122 for more information.
Jobs Well Done
A well done to everyone who worked on the Junior Program Banquet, particularly Laura Massie, Marjorie Wiebe and all the Youth Committee.

Special thanks to Paul and Mary. Without them, club night would not be the success that it is!
Junior Program Banquet Completes a Successful Season
The Junior Program concluded the 2006 season with the end-of-summer Banquet on Friday. A great time was had by all. Thanks again to the Junior Program Instructors: Roma Czop, Vincent Dupuis, Thomas Yeo, and Program Manager Bronwyn Pritchard for a great program this summer!
GRYC Trophies & Awards
If you have any Trophies or awards that you won last year, please return them to the GRYC at your earliest convenience. Also, if you have information about any trophy or trophies at the club, (ie. where they came from, what they were originally awarded for, who donated them) please send an email to Neil at manager@gryc.ca.
Close the Gate!
A reminder: close the gate as you come to and leave from the club, particularly in the coming weeks when fewer people are using the club.

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15/08/06

GRYC News and Notices: August 15

1. Last Weekend's Racing Results
2. The Next-to-last Club Night and Pram Regatta: This Wednesday!
3. Family Fun Regatta - Saturday, August 19
4. Team Racing: A First Time Demonstration Event, Sunday August 20
5. Jobs! Jobs! Jobs!
6. Jobs Well Done
7. Junior Program Banquet, Friday August 18

Last Weekend's Racing Results
The August 12 Sandpiper Regatta ended with Bernie Applebaum & Richard Yeo, in first place, followed by Dave Newing & Joe Dion, Paul Fydenchuk & Beth Macfie, Charles Deschamps & Crew, Dave Maitland & Crew, Stephen Woodley & Crew. The Handicap Fleet was won by Marylies & Jos Woods, followed by Mike Cook & Mike Lemay, Muriel How & Crew, Marc Levac & Jim Coderre, John & Alana Hennessey.

The Sunday Races were won by Bruce Lorimer, followed in order by Doug Clancey, Warren & Sam Place, Neil Rask, John Crook & Liam Fitzgerald, Jack Des Brisay, Nicki Paulun, David Newing & Joe Dion, Michael Henderson, Charles Deschamps, Leo Landry, Janey Crook, Paul Place, Steve Wolfe & Will Russell, Giles Morrell.

The Overall Summer Series positions now stand with Bruce Lorimer in the lead, followed by Warren & Sam Place, David Newing & Joe Dion, John Crook & Liam Fitzgerald, Neil Rask, Nicki Paulun, Jack Des Brisay & Annette Brand, Janey Crook, Paul Place, Michael Henderson, Dan, Cal & Tyler Gray, Doug Clancey, Giles Morrell, Steve Wolfe & Bob Milko/Will Russell, Jeff Erskine, Galen Wellmeier, Charles Deschamps, Leo Landry, Katie Gray, Philippe & Cedric Eveleigh, Sophie Wolvin.
The Next-to-last Club Night and Pram Regatta: This Wednesday!
You all know what fun this is. Dinner will be served at 6:30 pm. Cost: $5 per member, $3 children 10 & under, and $8 for non-members.
Team Racing: A First Time Demonstration Event, Sunday August 20
This is a new demonstration event being introduced this year. So come and demonstrate you skill, teamwork and adaptability to a new racing experience. Three boats will make up a team. Only the first boat across the finish line will be counted. Protect your lead sailor by attempting to slow down the other teams while staying within the sailing rules (no contact or pirating). Teams will be put together on the morning of at the Skippers? meeting.

10:00 am Skippers? meeting. 10:30 am start.
Family Fun Regatta - Saturday, August 19
The Family Fun Regatta is the culmination of the Learn to Sail Program and family sailing events.

10:00 am - Novice racing. If you?ve been sailing less than 3 years, or are extremely rusty, this race is for you as you race against other novices in a friendly competition. If you are a more experienced sailor, you can participate as crew or by sailing a pram. 12:30 ish - a hot dog lunch will be provided for all Family Fun Regatta participants and volunteers. Friends and Family can purchase hot dogs at $1 each.

2:00 pm - Attention all lady sailors! Rosie Pantz Trophy. Battle it out on the river for the title of 2006 Queen of the GRYC. Ladies only (Sorry, Jack cross-dressing does not qualify).

2:00 pm - Jackson Trophy. Attention Junior Racers 13 years and under: Pram Races will be held in the afternoon in conjunction with the Rosie Pantz Trophy. This race will be held out on the river. Go for the coveted Jackson Trophy. If time and interest allow, adult pram races will be held after the Rosie Pantz & Jackson Trophy races.

The 2006 Learn to Sail program wraps up this weekend with the Family Fun Regatta. Come and demonstrate what you?ve learned over this summer or the past few summers by racing against fellow sailors-in-training. Races in the morning are for novice helms only. Experienced sailors must either crew or sail in Prams.
Jobs! Jobs! Jobs!
The Youth Program Year End Banquet needs people to BBQ, serve food and clean up. Work starts at 4 Pm Friday August 18th. Let Program Manager Bronwyn Pritchard know that you?ll be helping out. Phone her at the club during the day (827-2122) or at home during the evening (827-1108).

Race Officials and Crash Boat Operators are still needed - even if you've never done it before. Information and training will be provided. If you'd like to volunteer for point duty for races, contact Caryl Green at 827-4502 or email sail@gryc.ca.

If you have your boat operator's card and can drive the crash boat, or if you would like to ride shotgun, call Bruce Lorimer at 613 241-2546 or email sail@gryc.ca.
Jobs Well Done
A well done from everyone to Dave Maitland and Mike Cook for organizing the Sandpiper Regatta and coordinating the meals; and thanks to the race crews and crash boat teams: Barb Martin, Mike Egan, Annette Brand, Barbara Schultz, and Bruce Lorimer. Commendations to the good people who made the Sunday Racing a success: Kate Stefanuk, Nancy Burn, and Barb Martin on Point Duty and Paul Landry and Doug Marshall on crash boat.
Junior Program Banquet Invitation, Friday August 18
The Junior Program wraps up this week with the Banquet Friday evening. This invitation is to all participants from all sessions, along with their families. If you plan to attend and have not yet RSVP?d, please do so ASAP by calling Program Manager Bronwyn Pritchard at the club during the day (827-2122) or at home during the evening (827-1108).

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08/08/06

GRYC News and Notices: August 8

Up Front:

The gate combination changed a few weeks ago. If you still don?t know the new combination, contact the Manager at 613 220-4328 or manager@gryc.ca.
Please close the gate after you. It should only be left open while the camp is running, or on big club events where many non-members are expected. When you are coming or going from the club, please remember to make sure the gate closes behind you.
Children under 14 should be supervised at all times, especially when swimming or sailing. If you have a crew out on the river, watch them sail from the lighthouse. If you have kids swimming to the boom, you should be at least on the rocks, but preferably on the island where the boom attaches.
NO SMOKING on the island or any club property. This includes the catwalk, docks, back deck, rocks, etc. Please butt-out or take a walk to the bottom of the road if you get the urge. Feel free to ask others who are smoking on the island to stop. Chances are they don?t know the rule.
Please remember to keep the Tool Shed clean and tidy, and return tools when you are finished with them. These tools belong to all of us, and if they?re lost or not returned, replacing them will cost all of us unnecessarily.

In this issue:

1. Last Weekend's Racing Results
2. The Awesome Club Night and Pram Regatta: This Wednesday!
3. The First (Annual) Sandpiper (Big Boat) Regatta, Saturday August 12
4. Summer Series III, Sunday, August 13
5. Jobs! Jobs! Jobs!
6. Jobs Well Done
7. Learn to Sail, Saturday August 12
8. Junior Program Banquet Invitation
9. More news about young GRYC Sailors

Last Weekend?s Racing Results
Morrissett Cup: Eight skippers sailed two-person boats single-handedly for the Morrissett Cup last weekend. The weather was good, the wind blew steadily. After two races, the final results are Warren Place and Neil Rask in a tie for first place, then David Newing, Dan Gray, Jack Des Brisay, Marian Kupczynski, Steve Wolfe, Joe Dion.

Yo Ho Ho Big Boat Race: Pirates big and small infiltrated the club, stole some big boats, and sailed off for Banana Island in search of the buried rum treasure. The sixteen on the dead man?s chest were (in order): David Newing & Joe Dion, Stephen Woodley & Crew, Jos & Marylies Woods, Ian Tamblyn & Amanda Shaughnessy, Tony & Donelda Lahey, Mike Cook & Crew, Muriel How & Crew, John Hennessey & Crew. We?re not sure whether it was drink or the devil that did for the rest -- Charles & Sandra Deschamps.

Big Boat Series: The overall results so far in order are: Jos & Marylies Woods (16), Fleet Captains Dave & Joe (18), David Maitland (25), Tony & Donelda Lahey (27), Charles Deschamps (28), Bernie Applebaum & Bob Milko (33), Ian Tamblyn & Amanda Shaughnessy (36), Mike Cook (37), Muriel How (37), Steve & Alison Woodley (37), Paul Fydenchuk (38), John Henessey (39), James Coderre & Marc Levac (40), Yves Gingras (55). (The point score to date is in brackets after each of the participants? names.)
The Awesome Club Night and Pram Regatta: This Wednesday!
Club Night continues! Pram races for children, the childish and the child-like start at 5:00 pm.

While the Johannsens are away, Jack Des Brisay, Barbara Schultz, and the Erskine family have kindly offered to take over for the day.

Dinner will be served at 6:30 pm. Cost: $5 per member, $3 children 10 & under, and $8 for non-members. If you are bringing guests, remember that the non-member fee is partly based on the honour system. Club Night is subsidized by the club for club members, so the extra charge for non-members makes up the difference for them. Please don?t wait to be asked for the extra $3 per head for your guests.
The First (Annual) Sandpiper (Big Boat) Regatta, Saturday August 12
Attention all big-boat owners! The first annual Sandpiper Regatta will take place this Saturday. The morning will be a series of races around a course, while the afternoon will feature a race to Banana Island and back. Two classes: Sandpipers and Others.

If you need a crew, post a message on the club notice board with your name, boat, and phone number. If you would like to crew for someone, contact a big boat owner directly or look for a posting on the notice board.
Summer Series III, Sunday, August 13
The last of the summer dinghy series. Races start at 10:30 sharp, so come early enough to have time to rig. Club boats are available first-come, first-served.
Jobs! Jobs! Jobs!
Race Officials and Crash Boat Operators are still needed for a few more events this summer - even if you?ve never done it before. Information and training will be provided on site. If you?d like to volunteer for point duty for races, choose an event on the calendar and contact Caryl Green at 827-4502 or email sail@gryc.ca.

If you have your boat operator?s card or would like to ride shotgun on the crash boat, choose an event then call Bruce Lorimer at 613 241-2546 or email sail@gryc.ca.
Jobs Well Done
John Pomeroy with crew William Russell and Adam Bunko brought down dead trees and branches on the island, making it a safer place for all.
Liz Stewart and Giles Morrell completed painting the back doors.
Muriel How gave a fresh coat to more picnic tables.
Shelagh McDonald & John Goodman finished painting the trim on the shelves in the kitchen.
Alessandro Giuliani hammered in nails along the catwalk, making it a safer place to walk.
And many thanks to everyone who helped out at the races this past weekend: specifically, Annette Brand, Gord Hill, Steve & Mackenzie Roberts, Caryl Green, Rebecca Renner, Bonnie Baxter and Neil Rask.
Learn to Sail Saturday, August 12
The final learn-to-sail will take place this Saturday August 12 from 1-3 pm. Come early to get rigged up so that we can get as much time as possible on the water. This is an open clinic, so we?ll cover anything you would like to review, from knots to capsizing to points of sail and sail trim. We will also run a couple more practice races to gear you up for the Family Fun Regatta next weekend.
Junior Program Banquet Invitation
The Junior Program is in the final session of the season. This is both a reminder and invitation to all campers and families, from all sessions. The end-of-year Junior Banquet will take place Friday, August 18. Details will be sent to all the participants shortly. For more information or to RSVP, contact Bronwyn at the club during the day at 827-2122 or by email at x2003xhd@stfx.ca.
More news about young GRYC Sailors
Although registered as Britannia Members in the Silver program, Jackie Crapper and Stephen Moon also attended Fruit Bowl in Hudson and also the Brockville Ontario Sailing Assoc. "Under 23" Regatta. They will both be with Britannia at CORK in Kingston and at the National Capital regatta at Britannia in coming weeks.

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01/08/06

GRYC News and Notices: August 1

In this issue:
1. Last Sunday's Racing
2. Club Night & Pram/Canoe/Kayak Races. This Wednesday!
3. The Single-Handed race for the Morrisett Cup -Saturday August 5
4. ?Yo-Ho-Ho? Big Boat Race, Sunday August 6
5. Jobs! Jobs! Jobs!
6. Jobs Well Done
7. Learn to Sail
8. Photo Gallery Updates
9. Civic Holiday Monday August 7
10. Four GRYC Bronze Sailors Competed in Hudson Fruitbowl Regatta
11. Housekeeping Notes (No, don't skip this section!)

Last Sunday's Racing:
From splendid first to honourable last, the winners are: a tie for first place between Jeff Erskind and Warren & Sam Place; followed by David Newing and Joe Dion, Nicki Paulun, Neil Rask, John Crook and Liam Fitzgerald, Jack DesBrisay and Annette Brand, Janey Crook, Giles Morrel, Don, Cal and Tyler Gray, Michael Henderson, Steve Wolfe and Bob Milko, Sophie Wolvin.

Overall Summer Series standings (no drops): Warren and Sam Place, David Newing and Joe Dion, Janey Crook, John Crook and Liam Fitzgerald, Nicki Paulun, Jack Des Brisaay and Annette Brand, Bruce Lorimer, Dan, Cal and Tyler Gray, Michael Henderson, Steve Wolfe and Bob Milko, Paul Place, Jeff Erskine, Gilles Morrell, Galen Wellmeier, Neil Rask, Katie Gray, Philippe and Cedrick Eveleigh, Sophie Wolvin.
Club Night & Pram/Canoe/Kayak Races
The Pram fleet is taking a rest this week to give canoes and kayaks a chance to shine. If you have a canoe or kayak, this is a chance to show off your skills.

Canoe/Kayak races start at 5:00 pm. Club canoes and a few paddles are available, but bring your own if you have them. Dinner will be served at 6:30 pm as usual. Members $5, Children 10 & under $3, Non-members $8.
The Single-Handed race for the Morrisett Cup -Saturday August 5
This race features over-eachieving solo-sailors single-handing boats usually sailed by two. Bring your binoculars and stake out a good spot on the north of the Island. Single-handing is bags of fun to watch: busy work for those who compete. Skippers meet at 10:00, starting time 10:30
?Yo-Ho-Ho? Big Boat Race Sunday August 6
Fourth race of the big boat series. Pirate-themed, so pull out the dubloons, the Jolly Roger, and all the striped clothing and bandanas that you can find. Bonus points for best dressed boats/crew.
Jobs! Jobs! Jobs!
Nails need to be hammered back into docks that are being rebuilt, as well as in many places along the catwalk and sailing docks. Grab a hammer and do a section, or check in with Neil to find out what?s needed.
Jobs Well Done
Many thanks and congratulations to the following splendid people:

Andrea Lockwood for painting the kitchen cabinets

Giles Morrell & Liz Stewart for refinishing the back doors

Kate Stefanuk, Katie Gray, Marc Levac, and Jane Watson for helping out with the races on Sunday

All the Wednesday Club Night crew last week.

Jeff Erskine, Jack Des Brisay and Barbara Schultz for volunteering to take care of Club

Night August 9 during the Johannsen?s absence.

Angels have undoubtedly written the names of GRYC volunteers in a book of gold, but unfortunately, they won't show it to mere mortals like the Board, who need to know that you've done your duty. So if you've done volunteer work for the club, even if your name has appeared in this section of the newsletter -- and especially if it hasn't -- SIGN YOUR NAME in the volunteer book!
Learn to Sail Saturday, August 5
Learn to Sail Racing Basics will be held at 1:00. Come early for rigging. We will be learning the starting sequence and working on some basic racing rules & strategy will be introduced.
Photo Gallery
Photos are continually being added to the GRYC photo gallery. Recently the Regatta photos were posted. Have a look at www.pbase.com/gryc.
Civic Holiday Monday August 7
Ontario workers get a holiday on Monday. Camp will still be on, but if there are boats left over, feel free to come and use them. Check with the Junior Program staff before you do. All the club facilities will be open for business as usual.
Four Bronze Sailors Compete in Hudson Fruitbowl Regatta
Our club was well represented the week before last at the Hudson Fruit Bowl where 4 of our junior sailors competed during a glorious 4 days of sailing. The event included 2 days of technical and race training, and was followed up with 2 days of competition that included over 100 boats. Congratulations to Sophie Wolvin, Thomas and Markus Giannini, and Noel Pritchard, who won the full-rig Laser competition...okay so there was only one other competitor in that event...but he won just the same. Great weather and a strong wind (very peculiar to our young sailors!) highlighted the event.

Thanks to the club for the loaning of the boats, to the Weber family for the loaning of the trailer, to Cal Pritchard for being brave enough to pull it all, to Marc Wolvin for being voted hardiest camper, to Liz Giannini who drove ahead to claim the best campsite ever, and to Thomas Yeo and Roma Czop, our Youth Program instructors, who initiated and saw through to completion this first ever racing event for these young sailors. As the team summarized it, "We were very happy to have placed at the top of the bottom five in our class!"
Housekeeping Notes (No, don't skip this section!)
The Gate is fixed, and the code has changed. Please close the gate as you enter and exit. The gate should only be left open during large club events (Club Night, Regattas) and during Junior Program hours.

Tidy up the Toys! Please ensure you tidy up and put things away after using club equipment. Sails should be dried and folded, ropes should be coiled. If you?re not sure how something goes, ask someone for help or talk to the Manager. Lifejacket area available on the outside of the Pram Shed. Please hang them back up after use.

The club Sandpiper is available for experienced sailors to use. Before taking it out for the first time, you must be checked out by one of the Fleet Captains to give you the run down on the ins & outs of the boat.

Lifejackets and club boats: Lifejackets must be worn at all times when using club boats, including and particularly the motor boats. Do NOT use the motor boats unless you are volunteering for crash boat duty at sanctioned club sailing events. It's important that the boats live up to the words written on their sides: ?GRYC Safety.? The only time you might use the safety boats other than at club races is if there was an emergency on the water, AND you are qualified to use the boats.

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25/07/06

GRYC News and Notices: July 25

SPECIAL NOTICE

The Gate combination has been changed. Please contact Neil Rask by email at manager@gryc.ca, or call 613 220-4328, or any member of the GRYC Board to get the new code. Reminder: Do not give out to any non-member.

In this issue:
1. Last Sunday's Racing
2. The Third Club Night and Pram Races of 2006: This Wednesday!
3. Summer Series II - Sunday, July 30
4. Ladies Pink Sail a resounding success
5. Jobs! Jobs! Jobs!
6. Jobs Well Done
7. Learn to Sail
8. Photo Gallery Updates
9. Games for the Youth Program
10. Our Young Sailors on the International Scene!

Last Sunday's Racing
The third race of the Big Boat Series was held on Sunday with steady, strong winds. A fantastic turnout of 11 big boats set record times racing to Banana Island and back. Racers placed in this order: Charles & Emmanuel Deschamps, David Newing & Joe Dion, Jos & Marylies Woods, Paul Fydenchuk, Stephen & Alison Woodley, David Maitland, Ian Tamblyn & Amanda Shaughnessy, Marc Levac & Jim Coderre, Muriel How & Crew, Tony & Donelda Lahey, and Mike Cook.

The next Big Boat Race will be Sunday, August 6 - the pirate-themed ?Yo-Ho-Ho? Challenge.
The Third Club Night and Pram Races of 2006: This Wednesday!
Pram races will be held at 5:00 in the bay. Dinner will be served at 6:30. This week's feature is a POTLUCK DESSERT. Bake a pie or cookies, make a fruit salad, layer a cake, or stop by Freshmart on your way. Remember the carry-on, carry- off policy about garbage -- it includes club nights. If you can, please bring your own plate and cutlery, then pack them out in a bag. This saves on a lot of clean-up afterwards and helps out the septic tank.
Summer Series II - Sunday July 30
Summer Series II - Second day of three days of dinghy racing. All are welcome.

Special call out to Junior racers: show what you learned at the Fruit Bowl!

Races start at 10:30 am sharp. Boats available first-come, first-served.
Ladies Pink Sail
Last weekends Ladies Pink Sail was a resounding success. Despite the winds the ladies made their way to the Throops and enjoyed yet another cordon bleu lunch that was toasted with champagne and orange juice cocktails. Thanks to everyone who came out, and to Noha Fuad and Patti Goodman for volunteering to organize next year?s event!
Jobs! Jobs! Jobs!
Tree Cutting - John Pomeroy will be felling trees starting Saturday, August 5 at 10:00 am sharp. He needs a crew of 3 to help him out. Having your own chainsaw and experience cutting down trees an asset. Contact him at 819 827-0379 if you?re interested. Rain date: Sunday, August 6.

Tree Clearing - After aforementioned tree felling, logs and branches will need to be cut and cleared. This is an advance notice for volunteers with chainsaws and axes. Firewood will be available first-come, first-served with priority given to tree clearers.

Club Nights still need helpers. Sign up on the sheet on the notice board or call the club at 827-2122 to volunteer for a Club Night. Dates still needing helpers: August 2, 9, 16, 23. Jobs: BBQ & Serving.

Race Officials and Crash Boat Operators needed for sailing events. Call Caryl Green at 827-4502 to volunteer as a race official or Bruce Lorimer at 613 241- 2546. Many dates available. Check calendar to choose one or call to find out available spots.

CLUB NIGHT COORDINATOR NEEDED: The Johannsens will be away the week of August 9. Club Night that week needs to be coordinated by someone else. If you?re interested, call Mary at 827-2078 for more information.
Jobs Well Done
Many thanks and congratulations to the following stalwart members:

The Erskine Family for painting the lighthouse
Maureen Fehr & Tyler Gray for painting the race shed.
Peter Goodman and Mike Tobalt for sanding and staining the picnic tables.
All the members who helped out with last week?s Club Night!
Donelda Taylor-Lahey for running the pram races last week.
Noha Fuad, Christine Faveri, Aidan O?Neill, Paul Landry, & Philippe Eveleigh for helping out with Sunday?s Race.
Nicki Paulun & Muriel How for organizing the Ladies Pink Sail.
Learn to Sail Saturday, July 29
Learn to Sail Sailing Basics this week offers more on-water experience for novice sailors. If participants are interested, we?ll introduce race starts and some basic right-of-way rules.
Photo Gallery
Photos are continually being added to the GRYC photo gallery. Recently the Regatta photos were posted. Have a look at www.pbase.com/gryc.
Games for the Youth Program
The Youth Program is looking for donations of two-person and strategy games for rainy days and quiet moments. The program is looking for a chess game or two, a backgammon board, Connect 4, Hi Q, Chinese Checkers, Yahtzee and the like! (No missing pieces please!) If you have anything like this and would like to donate, please drop it off at the clubhouse with Bronwyn.
Our Young Sailors on the International Scene!
From July 20-23, five GRYC Youth Sailors, competed in the 2006 Laser North American Championships held at the St. Margaret Sailing Club on St. Margarets Bay, 30 km west of Halifax, Nova Scotia. There were 62 competitors in the Laser (full rig) class and 65 in the Laser Radial class. Sailors from nine countries were represented including Canada, United States, Australia, England, Chile, Ecuador, Virgin Islands, St. Lucia and Bermuda.

GRYC sailors fared very well with Dominic McRae placing 34th (tied for 33rd), Katie Yeo 45th (tied for 44th), Sabina Weber 51st, Eva Applebaum 57th, and Jordan McGuire 62nd. Jordan retired after the second race of the second day having injured her knee. Sailors saw a dash of everything over four days of ocean racing: a crisp sunny day on Thursday with winds 12-15 knots, building as the day progressed, the remnants of tropical storm Beryl on Friday with winds of 20 knots building to 30 knots by the end of the last race with 3/4 metre waves, light and shifty winds on Saturday, and strong winds of 25 to 30 knots on Saturday with 1 metre waves and fog. The course was of Olympic size with 1.1 nautical mile distance to the windward mark.

-- from Richard Yeo, with the GRYC sailors.

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18/07/06

GRYC News and Notices: July 18

In this issue:

Last Sunday's Racing: Many Boats, Much Fun.
The Second Stupendous Club Night and Pram Races of 2006: This Wednesday!
Ladies Pink Sail, Saturday July 22
The Wine Dark Sea: Big Boat Race, Sunday July 22
Jobs! Jobs! Jobs!
Jobs Well Done
Learn to Sail, 3:00 - 5:00 Saturday July 22. NOTE TIME CHANGE!

Last Sunday's Racing: Many Boats, Much Fun.
And at the end of the day, first place went to Bruce Lorrimer, hotly pursued by Warran and Sam Place, David Newing, Janey Crook, John and Liam Fitzgerald, Paul Place, Nicki Paulun, Galen Wellmeier, Dan, Cal and Tyler Gray, Jack des Brisay and Anette Brand, Michael Henderson, Steve Wolfe and Bob Milko, Katie Grayy, Philip and Cedric Eveleigh, and DLBF*, Gilles Morrell.

* DLBF stands for Dead Last But Finished -- a truly honourable position, without which there would be no race!
The Second Stupendous Club Night and Pram Races of 2006: This Wednesday!
This Wednesday, the inspired foolishness of Club Night continues. $5 for adults, $3 for children and $8 for non-members. Pram Races start at 5 and end at 6 - ish. Dinner will NOT be earlier than 6:30.
Ladies Pink Sail, Saturday July 22
Set sail at 10 for Shirley Brown's wharf, wearing your (preferably pink) hat. You'll be matched with a partner if you come alone, or you can bring someone who hasn't been to the Pink Sail before. The wonderment includes a cordon bleu potluck and champaign cocktails. You can reserve a club boat with Neil at 827-2122.

Bring with you: a) a twonie for your part of a gift to our host; b) your contribution to lunch; c) liquid refreshment (watersports are thirsty work); d) dishes, cups, utensils, swimsuit, towel, sunscreen, your pink hat and don't forget your e) life jacket.

RSVP Nicki Paulun at 827-2315.
The Wine Dark Sea: Big Boat Race, Sunday, July 23
Start at 10:30 am sharp, with a Skipper?s meeting at 10:00. Bernie Applebaum and Bob Milko are the boat to beat.
Jobs! Jobs! Jobs!
We still need some more people to help BBQ at Wednesday?s Club Night. Race Officials needed: contact Carol Green at 827-4502. Crash Boat Operators (and assistants) needed: contact Bruce Lorrimer at 613-241-2546. Nail Hammerers needed! Nails are backing out of the docks, so pick up a hammer and pound them back down. Satisfying work, especially if you imagine each nail head as someone you dislike.
Jobs Well Done
Thanks to Karen Beattie and Chris Rogers for their work on last Sunday's races. The flagpole is re-finished thanks to Charles Deschamps and Dan Gray. Mike Lemay installed a ceiling fan in the kitchen, which was donated by Nicki Paulun and Michael Henderson.
Learn to Sail Saturday, July 22 NOTE TIME CHANGE!
Learn to Sail Clinics continue on Saturday 22 at 3:00 to 5:00 pm, so that ladies from the Pink Sail can join in. Assisted rigging at 2:30 to 3:00, followed by a short lesson and then out for some serious sailing!

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11/07/06

GRYC News and Notices: July 11

In this issue:
Last Sunday's Regatta: Good Weather, Good Sailing.
The First Incredible Club Night and Pram/Kayak/Canoe Races of 2006: This Wednesday!
Summer Series Dinghy Racing begins Sunday, July 16
Jobs! Jobs! Jobs!
Jobs Well Done
Learn to Sail
Manager Neil is away Monday and Tuesday

Last Sunday's Regatta: Good Weather, Good Sailing.
Y-Flyers, Lasers, as well as a variety of other craft competed this weekend in the annual GRYC Invitational Regatta & Provincial Y-Flyer Championships.

Bruce Lorimer came first among the Lasers; Warren Place and son Paul took first for the Handicap Fleet. Photos will be posted on the GRYC gallery later this week. Send an e-mail to manager@gryc.ca to receive the password.
The First Incredible Club Night and Pram/Kayak/Canoe Races of 2006: This Wednesday!
This Wednesday, July 12 will be the first Club Night of the Season. Pram/Kayak/Canoe races test your skill in the bay prior to Dinner from 5:00 - 6:30. Dinner will be served to the survivors (and observers) at 6:30. $5 per person. Remember: Carry-on, Carry-off! This applies to what you bring and what you buy at the club.

The beer fridge has been replaced and stocked . but it?s not quite working yet. Manual sales will keep Club Nights hydrated until we work out a solution.
Summer Series Dinghy Racing begins Sunday, July 16
Dinghy racing resumes with the first day of three weekends of the Summer Series. First race begins at 10:30 am sharp, with a Skipper?s meeting at 10:00. Overall series results will be based on the best five races out of a possible nine over three Sundays. As with the Spring Series, junior sailors will compete for a special award. Take note, Bronze Sailors - whether you?re a member or not!
Jobs! Jobs! Jobs!
Nicki is looking for an Organizer for the Lady's Pink sail. You can email her at nickipaulun@hotmail.com.
We still need some more people to help BBQ at Wednesday?s Club Night.
It?s BAD KARMA to leave a mess behind you. (It?s also a pisser for those who have to tidy up afterwards).
If you are helping at an event, your job includes cleaning up! Don?t just smile, spoon ice-cream and leave!
Whoever you are, whenever you use the kitchen, leave it clean and tidy. A lot of work was required to clean the kitchen this past Saturday morning, before the volunteers could start to prepare the Regatta breakfast.
Jobs Well Done
Many thanks to all members who volunteered over the Regatta Weekend. Your hard work is much appreciated by both members and guests.
Rear Commode Michael sends an extra big thank you to Mary and Paul for their BBQ work. He overheard lots of praise.
Many thanks as well to the Angel who cleans and presses the Tea Towels.
All you splendid volunteers (and anonymous Angels) should remember to enter your duty in the log.
Learn to Sail Saturday, July 15
Learn to Sail Clinics resume with Sailing Basics on Saturday at 1:00-3:00 pm. Come early (12:30), especially if you need help to get your boat rigged. If you haven?t come to a session yet, it?s not too late to join.
Manager Neil is Away Monday and Tuesday
Neil will be taking a short vacation on Monday and Tuesday. He will be returning to regular duty on Club Night. If there?s anything urgent, contact a member of the Board; otherwise leave a message on the club line at (819) 827-2122 or an email to manager@gryc.ca.

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04/07/06

GRYC News and Notices: July 4

In this issue:

Last Sunday's I AM Canadian Big Boat Race: Excitement on the Gatineau.
Canada Day, Saturday July 1
The GRYC Regatta, Friday, Saturday and Sunday, July 7, 8 and 9
Jobs! Jobs! Jobs!
Jobs Well Done
No Learn to Sail this week
Boat Ramp

Last Sunday's I AM Canadian Big Boat Race: Excitement on the Gatineau.
Dave Maitland flew past Bernie Applebaum and Bob Milko to come in first overall. Bob and Bernie took second, while Jos and Marylies Woods made a great comeback from a late start to take third. Jim and Marc had a personal best by beating John Hennessey and not crossing the finish line in last place. All sailors apparently know their ales, as they all guessed correctly at the apres-race taste-test. Photos of this event will be posted on the GRYC Photo Gallery at www.pbase.com/gryc. Send an e-mail to manager@gryc.ca to receive the password.
Canada Day
Patriotism ran high, as did the fireworks. A good time was had by all.
The GRYC Regatta Friday, Saturday and Sunday, July 7, 8 and 9
Starting Wednesday, July 5 at 8:00 am, club boats may be reserved on a first-come, first served basis by calling the club at 819 827-2122 or dropping by and talking to Neil.
Registration: Friday evening from 6-8 pm. Saturday morning from 8-9:30 am.
Registration Fees: All fees include breakfast & lunch both days and the BBQ Dinner on Saturday. $40 Skippers, $30 Crew, $20 Juniors (16 & under).
Meals may be purchased at time of registration for participants, volunteers, their families and friends. Lunches are $5 each, and the Dinner is $10 if purchased at registration ($15 at door Saturday evening).
Jobs! Jobs! Jobs!
Facilities:

Painting & Staining: picnic tables, lighthouse, back doors, crow's nest floor, kitchen cupboards (see Neil).
Old records from the club need sorting and filing. Attention to detail, patience, and free from dust allergies an asset. (See Neil)
Dock construction (see Erik or Neil).
Replace roof of Gas Shack (see Erik or Neil)
Regatta Volunteers Needed. (Contact Fleet Captains or Neil)
Events:

Rear Commodore Michael Henderson reminds you that the GRYC Regatta (July 8 and 9) still requires helpers. Specifically:
Volunteers for Regatta
BBQ Saturday Night,
Lunch on Sunday.
Sign-up sheets for Club Nights (starting Wednesday 12 July). will be posted and available at the club, all this week. Remember that Club Night BBQ and serving duties include clean-up after the event. E-mail Mike at mjhottawa@hotmail.com, to set yourself up with a job and time.
Nicki is looking for an Organizer for the Lady's Pink sail. Email her at nickipaulun@hotmail.com
Volunteers are still needed to prepare food, take tickets, cook, serve and clean up at Club functions.
Michael still needs an assistant!!
Jobs Well Done
Warren Place rebuilt the railing on the side deck.
Douglas (Pace) Sturdevant demolished the decrepit wind surfer rack and tidied up the windsurfer area.
James Grimes secured the new deck outside the tool shed with many screws.
Matthew Russell acted as Neil's assistant pyrotechnician for the Canada Day Fireworks.
No Learn to Sail because of the Regatta
The next session will be held on July 15 (see calendar and/or next week's news).
Boat Ramp
The boat ramp has now been locked for the season. If you need to launch or haul your boat, call the club ahead of time at 819 827-2122 to arrange for the gate to be opened.

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27/06/06

GRYC News and Notices: June 27

IMPORTANT SAFETY NOTICE: The boom has been moved, so that it is significantly farther from the dock - further than you can swim in time for a rescue. Parents: please be extra vigilant while your children are swimming to, at and on the boom. Make sure they know how much further it is. Watch them from the rocks, rather than just at long range from the dock.

Remember: children must be supervised at all times, especially when in or around the water. The motor boats and their dock are off limits to children unless accompanying an adult during an event.

Finally: be vigilant for children on the road to the landing. Do not reverse into laneways to turn around. And take it S L O W L Y up the hill!

In this issue:
Last Sunday?s Sail Past and Strawberry Sunday - Was that wet, or what?
Canada Day, Saturday July 1
"I am Canadian" Big Boat Race, Sunday 2 July, 10:30 am
Jobs! Jobs! Jobs!
Jobs Well Done
Learn To Sail, Informal Third Session, Saturday July 1, 12:30 - 3:00
Sandpiper Naming Competition
Upcoming Events and Courses
The Great GRYC Photo Album

Last Sunday?s Sail Past and Strawberry Sunday - Was that wet, or what?
Commodore Paul Fydenchuk reviewed the fleet, resplendent in (from the head down) a Russian Naval cap, and Commodore?s jacket -- after which his elegant costume degenerated into shorts and sandals. After an orderly and well-mannered procession of boats large, small and hand-operated, there followed a major marine battle. The Commodore bested the Pink Panther (skipper, Chris Weller) in a hard-fought engagement, before losing a mano-a-mano contest with the two mighty, savage, amazon pirates Gillian Leahy and Emily Macfie, who unceremoniously chucked the Commodore into the river. (He claims he was just swimming after a beer offered by a passing boat.) In a later shore-based cannonade of Champaign corks, Paul wishes to claim three direct hits on Bruce Lorimer.

Did anyone catch creditable (or discreditable) action on film (or digitally)? If so, see 9, below.
Canada Day (or Canada D?eh! As it appears on the Calendar)
A casual celebration, staring with pram/kayak/canoe races at 4:00 pm, followed by dinner, if you bring your own food and drink

Fireworks will light up the sky at dusk. (Bring $10 per family to defray the cost of the fireworks, purchased by Neil.)
"I AM Canadian" Big Boat Race, July 2 10:30 am
The second of the Big Boat Races takes place July 2, with rigging at 9:30, skipper?s meeting at 10:00, and a 10:30 start. The usual suspects will gather afterwards on land for beer guessing - whatever that is.
Jobs! Jobs! Jobs!
Facilities

The next round of painting/staining has begun. Call or email Neil (manager@gryc.ca) and start brushing.
Heavy lifters are needed to move the games cabinet upstairs. If you?re young, strong and have a couple of hard-body friends, Neil will direct your energies.
There?s still some dock construction to be done. If you?re interested, talk to Erik or Neil. Events

The GRYC Regatta (July 8 and 9) is a major club event, when we host people from regional clubs. Choose your job and make the event a success.

Friday evening: parking attendants, crash boat driver (for towing boats), registration desk;
Saturday: breakfast crew, registration, parking attendants, boat towing, lunch crew, dinner crew, race officials, crash boat drivers;
Saturday night: food preparation and cooking for the BBQ;
Sunday: food preparation and cooking for lunch. Race officials, crash boat drivers, breakfast & lunch crews, boat towing.
E-mail Rear Commodore Michael Henderson at mjhottawa@hotmail.com, to set yourself up with a job and time.

Nicki is looking for an Organizer for the Lady's Pink sail.
Volunteers are still needed to prepare food, take tickets, cook, serve and clean up at Club functions.

Michael still needs an assistant!
Jobs Well Done
Thanks to Sylvie Delisle for donating a large whiteboard to the Junior program, and to Al Richens & Jim Brown for donating sailing books.

A great many people whipped cream, prepared strawberries and served them to the intrepid mariners after the battle .er.Sail Past. So many, in fact, that each and every one of them should enter their own names with pride in the Volunteer Log, just outside the office. Don?t be bashful.
Learn to Sail, Saturday July 1, 1:00-3:00 pm, rigging starts 12:30
Learn to Sail, July 1 from 1-3 pm. In honour of Canada Day, we?ll be having a simple open clinic. Neil will be on hand to help you with rigging, then we?ll cast off for supervised sailing. No formal instruction, but a crash boat will be on the water to help you, if needed. Call Neil at (613) 220-4328.
Sandpiper Naming Competition
Now we have two entries in the sandpiper naming contest. Send your entries to sail@gryc.ca by June 30th. Don't forget to include your name, and if you're a junior member, your age. Your reasons for the name you choose are optional, but would be very interesting! The results will be published soon.
Upcoming Events and Courses
A special Regatta notice will be sent out shortly with additional details for volunteers and participants.

The Wednesday Club Nights start July 12. Volunteers are needed!

Upcoming Courses include:

Boat Operator's Card Certification First Aid & CPR
The Great GRYC Photo Album
The Great GRYC digital, on-line Photo Album is under construction. If you have either digital or hard-copy photos that you would like to post to this site, please call Neil to make arrangements. Please DO NOT e-mail pictures, as he?s still on dial-up connection).

Current, past and historic photos are all welcome. Feel free to post comments! If you don?t want your picture to appear, please call Neil and it will be removed.

To view the page click www.pbase.com/gryc. The site is password protected..

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22/06/06

GRYC Special Notice to Members June 22

Dear GRYC Members:

It seems the GRYC has become the late night party spot for area youth. The resulting noise, vandalism, illegal fires, littering, and theft have compromised the quality of life for our neighbors residing on Sumerlea, Williamson, and Chickadee Roads. Our neighbors have requested that the GRYC take action immediately to put an end to the unauthorized use of the GRYC islands and approaches.

The board is appealing to the youth of GRYC. PLEASE:

The GRYC is not a late night party spot!
Do not be on the island after 10:00 p.m.
Advise your friends that Summerlea Road and the GRYC are private property.
When you are using the GRYC during regular hours, have respect for our neighbors and fellow members.
Parents, please review this issue with your kids.

The Municipality and the MRC police have been contacted and asked to help develop solutions to the problem. The neighbors have been advised to contact the MRC Police if there is any late night noise or suspicious activity on the island.

Those found on the island after 10:00 p.m. may be subject to trespassing charges.

Please note that membership privileges may be suspended for failure to comply with club rules.

The board asks for your help and co operation in solving this problem.

Our hope is that all members and our neighbors can enjoy a pleasant summer on the river. There will be follow-up to this letter in the near future.

Paul Fydenchuk GRYC Commodore email: commodore@gryc.ca

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20/06/06

GRYC News and Notices: June 20

In this issue:
The Icebreaker: What a Meltdown!
Last Sunday's Whisky-a-Go-Go Big Boat Race
The Commodore?s Sail Past: Sunday 25 June
Jobs! Jobs! Jobs!
Jobs Well Done
Hands-on Crash Boat Clinic - Saturday, June 24 10:00 - 12:00.
Learn To Sail, Second Session, Saturday June 24 12:30 - 3:00
Sandpiper Naming Competition
Upcoming Events and Courses

The Icebreaker
A fine evening brought many members to swim, supper and celebrate the beginning of the Summer Season. Commodore Paul welcomed this year?s new members, (the Webber, Clancy and Erskine families) plus the families who joined after last year?s Icebreaker.

Fatima Martin, Wendy Pritchard and John Hennessy, all Board members who retired in 2006, were presented with Burbidge photos to recognize their contribution to GRYC.

Commodore Paul announced that the Hansom Transom award this year goes to Nicki Paulun and Micheal Henderson, for their unstinting and continuing contributions to the Club.

The annual Virgin Sturgeon award for spectacular if dubious achievement goes to Marc Levac & James Coderre, for their recent up-the-river-without-a-paddle marine near-disaster.

(The actual presentations of these two awards will be made at this coming Sunday?s Sail Past.)
Last Sunday's Whisky-a-Go-Go Big Boat Race
Big Boat Results (Position after calculations & bonuses for fantastic feats of unparalleled skill):
1. Bernie Applebaum
2. Charles Deschamps
3. David Maitland
4. Paul Fydenchuk
5. David Newing
6. Muriel How
7. Jos & Marylies Woods
8. Tony Lahey
9. John Henessey
10. Yves Gingras
11. Marc Levac & James Coderre
The Commodore?s Sail Past: Sunday, June 25th
Old hands at this annual idiocy know that you need to be at the Club by 1:00 to rig, dress yourself and the boat with flags and such, and ready appropriate armament in time for the actual Sail Past at 2:00. The Commodore will be marooned on a raft somewhere off Lighthouse Point, awaiting his fate. We all sail past, gravely saluting to show him honour. Then we all circle around and let him have it with whatever non-lethal water-based weapons of wetness that we can muster. Then the day customarily degenerates into a running fight reminiscent of Trafalgar after Nelson had split the line. (Get David Newing to explain that last reference.) Keeners have been known to be still at sea, exchanging broadsides, long after the strawberries have been eaten and the champagne drunk - don?t let this happen to you! Oh yes: there will be non-alcoholic drinks for those who for legal or personal reasons do not participate in up spirits.

We still need some strawberry preparers, champagne pourers and cream whippers for this event. So if you want to be both helpful AND dry, contact Michael Henderson. (Now read ?Jobs Well Done? to understand how many hands make successful events!)
Jobs! Jobs! Jobs!
Volunteers are still needed to prepare food, take tickets, cook, serve and clean up at Club functions. You can e-mail Rear Commodore Micheal Henderson at Henderson.mj@forces.gc.ca, and take your pick among upcoming events:

the Sail Past (see above),
Wednesday Club Nights (starting July 12) and
The GRYC Regatta (July 8 and 9).
Michael still needs an assistant!
Jobs Well Done
You may be surprised to know that it took the combined efforts of more than 30 people to make the Icebreaker a success.

Most, if not all of them were: Ann Burbidge and Will Green (who organized and managed), and all those who contributed: Wendy, Cal, Matthew, Bronwyn and Megan Pritchard, Casey Cerson, Scott Goodman, Josh Moon, Captain Macaroni (aka David Maitland), John Crooke, Noah Fouad, Ingrid Wellmeier, Susan Sims, Janey Crooke, Muriel How, Genevieve Biron, Isabelle and Malcolm Roberge, Barbara Schultz, Tracey Gibson, Gonnie de Witte, Patti Goodman, Kate Stefanuk, Pat Etue, Jane and Blake Watson, Megan Roy, Sarah Hurman. There were so many people at work both above decks and below that we may have missed a few. If you know whose name(s) should be on this list, we do want to know! (communications@gryc.ca)

So now you know why Rear Commodore Michael needs more help for the Sail Past!
Hands-on Crash Boat Clinic - Saturday, June 24, 10:00 - 12:00.
Practice using the club motor boats (starting, driving and caring for the boats; setting and recovering buoys; righting capsized boats; towing and (most important) rescuing people from the water). Bring and wear your life jacket. You must have a Boat Operator's card to drive any club motor boat, but anyone can ride as assistant crash boat operator. (Don?t confuse this session with the Boat Operator?s Certification course, which is coming in the near future.)
Learn to Sail, Saturday June 24 1:00-3:00 pm, rigging starts 12:30
The Adult Learn to Sail course continues with hands-on training, free to all members. This time, you might get a little damp, so wear your life jackets and suitable clothes for the event - maybe a change afterwards, too? Please arrive at 12:30 so that we can review the finer points of rigging, and get as much sailing as possible before 3:00 pm.. If you have questions, please call Neil at (613) 220-4328.
Sandpiper Naming Competition
So far, only one suggestion has been offered for the club sandpiper?s name. Not to detract from the excellence of that entry, but it would be interesting to have more to choose among. Send your entries to sail@gryc.ca by June 30th. Don't forget to include your name, and if you're a junior member, your age. Your reasons for the name you choose are optional, but would be very interesting! The results will be published early July.
Upcoming Events and Courses
The first session of the GRYC Youth Program begins on June 25. Everything is ready, and fingers are crossed that the water will be warm and the winds favourable.

Members should remember that between 8:00 am and 4:00 pm, the Youth Program has first call on the Club fleet (excluding the Sandpiper). So if you?re thinking of an afternoon sail in one of the Club?s open boats, call Neil by 3:00 pm, and a rigged boat will be waiting for you!

July 2 ?I AM Canadian? Big Boat Race July 8-9 GRYC Regatta Upcoming Courses include:

Boat Operator's Card Certification,
First Aid & CPR,
Black Water Life Saving (mainly for Youth Program Instructors)

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13/06/06

GRYC News and Notices: June 13

In this issue:
The Icebreaker: Saturday 17th June
Last Sunday's (Third and Last) Spring Series Race
Whisky-a-Go-Go Big Boat Race Sunday 18 June
Jobs! Jobs! Jobs!
Jobs Well Done
Learn To Sail, Saturday June 17
Advance Notice of Events, Courses and Training
Board Members temporarily absent
Sandpiper Naming Competition

The Icebreaker: Saturday 17th June The Icebreaker (aka the New Members BBQ) is this Saturday, the 17 June.

Time: 5:30
Cost: Adults $8.00; Children $5.00
BYOB (The beer machine is not working!)

We are still looking for volunteers for the cleanup; contact Anne Burbidge (827-0724, lava@magma.ca).
Last Sunday's (Third and Last) Spring Series Race
Overall Position, Skipper Final Score after drops

1st, Bruce Lorimer (6)
2nd, Warren Place & Crew (7)
3rd, David Newing & Joe Dion (15)
4th, Katie Yeo (17)
5th, Richard Yeo (21)
6th, Dan, Tyler & Cal Gray (23)
7th, Neil Rask (24)
8th, Chris Weller (43)
Tied for 9th: Jordan McGuire (51)and Scott Goodman (51)
Junior Series

1st, Katie Yeo (13)
2nd, Chris Weller (32)
Tied for 3rd: Jordan McGuire (38)and Scott Goodman (38)
Whisky-a-Go-Go Big Boat Race Sunday 18 June
First of five Big Boat races. Race up the river to Banana Island, perform amazing nautical tasks, return with a sense of accomplishment. Start at 10:30.
Jobs! Jobs! Jobs!
Club Nights still require volunteers to prepare food, take tickets, cook, serve and clean up. These are all jobs for people who enjoy working together and interacting with the Club members. E-mail Rear Commodore Michael Henderson at Henderson.mj@forces.gc.ca.

Rear Commodore Michael Henderson still needs a Co/Assistant. This is a great way to learn the ropes of this important club function. Suggest your name (or someone else?s!) by e-mailing Henderson.mj@forces.gc.ca.

All current making, fixing, painting and cleanup jobs are spoken for. Thanks to everyone who has volunteered.
Jobs Well Done
Scott Gibson completed the Boat Launch Deck, and he did it solo! (Thanks, Tracey Carefoot for letting us know!)
If you know of jobs well done by other members - or yourself -- please email all the names and details to communications@gryc.ca.
Learn To Sail, Saturday June 17
The Adult Learn to Sail course starts with a Boat Basics clinic on Saturday, June 17th, 10 am. Free to all members, new and old. Contact Neil Rask at sail@gryc.ca. The first clinic, Boat Basics, will be on land (no need for lifejackets this time). We will cover knots, terminology, a brief tour of club boats and how to rig a Laser and/or a Squadron. Please arrive slightly before the hour so that we can start promptly at 1:00pm. NO EXPERIENCE NECESSARY. If you don?t want to learn to sail, but would like to learn some handy sailor?s knots, come for the first half of the clinic.
Advance Notices of Events, Courses and Training
Hands-on Crash Boat Clinic - Saturday, June 24, 10:00 - 12:00. Practice using the club motor boats (starting, driving and caring for the boats; setting and recovering buoys; righting capsized boats; towing and (most important) rescuing people from the water). Bring and wear your life jacket. You must have a Boat Operator?s card to drive any club motor boat, but anyone can ride as assistant crash boat operator.

Commodore?s Sailpast - Sunday, June 25th Dress up yourselves and your boat for the annual ceremony. Salute the Commodore as you sail/paddle past. Strawberries and Champagne will be served afterwards.

Upcoming Courses include:

Boat Operator's Card Certification,
First Aid & CPR,
Black Water Life Saving (mainly for Youth Program Instructors).
Board Members temporarily absent
The Rear Commodore and Secretary are away until June 21st. If you have any questions about membership or if you would like to volunteer for a social event, contact the Manager at manager@gryc.ca or wait until they return.
Sandpiper Naming Competition
The club sandpiper needs a name. Send your entries to sail@gryc.ca by June 30th . Don?t forget to include your name, and if you?re a junior member, your age. Your reasons for the name you choose are optional, but would be very interesting! The results will be published early July.

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06/06/06

GRYC News and Notices: May 30

In this issue:
Reminder: The Icebreaker moves from the 10th June to the 17th June
Last Sunday's Spring Series Race
Spring Series I - Sunday, May 28
Jobs! Jobs! Jobs!
Jobs Well Done
The Club is Under Way for the Season
Advance Notice of Courses and Training

Reminder: The Icebreaker moves from the 10th June to the 17th June
In case you missed last week?s special announcement, the Icebreaker (aka the New Members BBQ) will take place on the 17 June. The reason behind this last-minute change is that many Club members have other commitments this coming weekend.

Our own Patti Goodman and Mark Wolvin are nominated as finalists for Coach of the year, Michael Henderson is in the Choir -- not to speak of all the people who want to celebrate our community on the Chelsea Days weekend. Rear Commodore Michael is still looking for volunteers to do either ticket sales, BBQing, serving and clean-up at the Icebreaker.

Michael and Nicki Henderson are on holidays from Friday June 9th to Tuesday June 20th inclusive, so if you have any questions during that time, contact Anne Burbidge (827-0724, lava@magma.ca).
Last Sunday's Spring Series Races
Overall:

1. Place family boat (skipper: Warren, crew: Paul, Sam): 10
2. Bruce Lorimer: 20
3. David Newing & Joe Dion: 22
4. Gray family boat (skipper: Dan, crew: Tyler, Dan): 31
5. Katie Yeo: 35
6. Neil Rask: 39
7. Richard Yeo: 49
8. Chris Weller: 54
9. Scott Goodman: 62
9. Jordan McGuire: 62

Junior:

1. Katie Yeo (11)
2. Chris Weller (22)
3. Scott Goodman (28)
3. Jordan McGuire (28)
The points are scored overall; Juniors compete for a separate trophy. The three Sundays of racing are based on the best 5 of 9 races.
Spring Series III - Sunday, June 11
This will be the third and final Sunday of the series. Races 7, 8, & 9 start at 10:30 sharp. Skippers meet at 10:00 am. Open dinghies (Lasers, Albacores, Bombardiers, etc) only. Club boats are available on a first-come, first-served basis. Overall series scores are based on your best 5 races out of 9.
Jobs! Jobs! Jobs!
One more time for luck: Rear Commodore Michael is still looking for volunteers to do ticket sales, BBQing, serving and clean-up at the Icebreaker.

Looking forward: Club Nights require volunteers to prepare food, take tickets, cook, serve and clean up. These are all jobs for people who enjoy working together and interacting with the Club members. E-mail Rear Commodore Michael Henderson at Henderson.mj@forces.gc.ca.

Michael still needs a Co/Assistant Rear Commodore - a great way to learn the ropes of this important club function.

All current making, fixing, painting and cleanup jobs are spoken for. Thanks to everyone who has volunteered.
Jobs Well Done
Giles Morrell, Sheldon Massie, and Jos & Marylies Woods ran the races this past Sunday.
Janien Grimes, Heather Gibb, and Marc Levac painted and stained the picnic tables and clubhouse floor.
Mike Lemay, Casey Cerson, Gary Fehr and Marc Wolvin fixed up the back deck.
Nicki Paulun & Michael Henderson acquired the new freezer and talked Sears into delivering the new BBQs, which Patrick & Christian Glorieux assembled.
The Club is Under Way for the Season
Starting next week, the clubhouse will be open throughout the day. Please remember to tidy up after yourself, making sure to take everything home -- lifejackets, towels, clothes and especially garbage (including cans, bottles, bags, pie plates, and meat wrappers). Plastic garbage bags are available just inside the door of the kitchen.

Remember that the island and docks are closed after dusk. Municipal noise by-laws come into effect after 10:00 pm, and sound carries very easily and far over the water.

Now that people are swimming again, remember that there is no lifeguard on duty at any time. Children MUST be supervised at all times.
Advance Notice of Courses and Training
The Adult Learn to Sail program starts Saturday, June 17th with Boat Basics, on land. Learn how to tie sailor?s knots and how to rig a Laser and a Squadron. Practical sailing starts June 24. No experience necessary. Call or email Neil (220-4328 or manager@gryc.ca) with questions or to register in advance.

Practical Crash Boat Training: Saturday, June 24 10:00 am. If (1) you have your boat operator?s card, and (2) you want to volunteer for crash boat duty during club events, but (3) you?ve never driven the club motor boats, THEN you need practical on-water training. The course includes starting, driving and caring for the boats; setting and recovering buoys; righting capsized boats; towing and (most important) rescuing people from the water. Bring and wear your life jacket.

Upcoming Courses include:

Boat Operator?s Card Certification,
First Aid & CPR,
Black Water Life Saving (mainly for Youth Program Instructors).

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31/05/06

GRYC Special Announcement

Greetings!

We don?t usually send you more than one e-mail each week, but this is an exception that involves a change to the Calendar as published on the club web site.

***The Ice-Breaker (the first social event of the season) is re-scheduled from the 10th June to the 17th June***

Why?

Well, it appears that there?s just too much going on that weekend. GRYC folks are involved in community activities such as Chelsea Days, which among other events includes the Castenchel choir, in which you?ll recognize a Rear Commodore. It?s also the weekend of ?Walk for a Cure? - a cause that many people want to support. And it?s also the first week of June, which means that sons and daughters, grandchildren and perhaps even great grandchildren are graduating.

So we?re holding The Ice-Breaker a week later. Same time: 5:00pm. Same place: the club. Same great idea: food, drink, merriment and the introduction of new members.

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30/05/06

GRYC News and Notices: May 30

Reminder: The Icebreaker moves from the 10th June to the 17th June
In case you missed last week?s special announcement, the Icebreaker (aka the New Members BBQ) will take place on the 17 June. The reason behind this last-minute change is that many Club members have other commitments this coming weekend.

Our own Patti Goodman and Mark Wolvin are nominated as finalists for Coach of the year, Michael Henderson is in the Choir -- not to speak of all the people who want to celebrate our community on the Chelsea Days weekend. Rear Commodore Michael is still looking for volunteers to do either ticket sales, BBQing, serving and clean-up at the Icebreaker.

Michael and Nicki Henderson are on holidays from Friday June 9th to Tuesday June 20th inclusive, so if you have any questions during that time, contact Anne Burbidge (827-0724, lava@magma.ca).
Last Sunday's Spring Series Races
Overall:

1. Place family boat (skipper: Warren, crew: Paul, Sam): 10
2. Bruce Lorimer: 20
3. David Newing & Joe Dion: 22
4. Gray family boat (skipper: Dan, crew: Tyler, Dan): 31
5. Katie Yeo: 35
6. Neil Rask: 39
7. Richard Yeo: 49
8. Chris Weller: 54
9. Scott Goodman: 62
9. Jordan McGuire: 62

Junior:

1. Katie Yeo (11)
2. Chris Weller (22)
3. Scott Goodman (28)
3. Jordan McGuire (28)
The points are scored overall; Juniors compete for a separate trophy. The three Sundays of racing are based on the best 5 of 9 races.
Spring Series III - Sunday, June 11
This will be the third and final Sunday of the series. Races 7, 8, & 9 start at 10:30 sharp. Skippers meet at 10:00 am. Open dinghies (Lasers, Albacores, Bombardiers, etc) only. Club boats are available on a first-come, first-served basis. Overall series scores are based on your best 5 races out of 9.
Jobs! Jobs! Jobs!
One more time for luck: Rear Commodore Michael is still looking for volunteers to do ticket sales, BBQing, serving and clean-up at the Icebreaker.

Looking forward: Club Nights require volunteers to prepare food, take tickets, cook, serve and clean up. These are all jobs for people who enjoy working together and interacting with the Club members. E-mail Rear Commodore Michael Henderson at Henderson.mj@forces.gc.ca.

Michael still needs a Co/Assistant Rear Commodore - a great way to learn the ropes of this important club function.

All current making, fixing, painting and cleanup jobs are spoken for. Thanks to everyone who has volunteered.
Jobs Well Done
Giles Morrell, Sheldon Massie, and Jos & Marylies Woods ran the races this past Sunday.
Janien Grimes, Heather Gibb, and Marc Levac painted and stained the picnic tables and clubhouse floor.
Mike Lemay, Casey Cerson, Gary Fehr and Marc Wolvin fixed up the back deck.
Nicki Paulun & Michael Henderson acquired the new freezer and talked Sears into delivering the new BBQs, which Patrick & Christian Glorieux assembled.
The Club is Under Way for the Season
Starting next week, the clubhouse will be open throughout the day. Please remember to tidy up after yourself, making sure to take everything home -- lifejackets, towels, clothes and especially garbage (including cans, bottles, bags, pie plates, and meat wrappers). Plastic garbage bags are available just inside the door of the kitchen.

Remember that the island and docks are closed after dusk. Municipal noise by-laws come into effect after 10:00 pm, and sound carries very easily and far over the water.

Now that people are swimming again, remember that there is no lifeguard on duty at any time. Children MUST be supervised at all times.
Advance Notice of Courses and Training
The Adult Learn to Sail program starts Saturday, June 17th with Boat Basics, on land. Learn how to tie sailor?s knots and how to rig a Laser and a Squadron. Practical sailing starts June 24. No experience necessary. Call or email Neil (220-4328 or manager@gryc.ca) with questions or to register in advance.

Practical Crash Boat Training: Saturday, June 24 10:00 am. If (1) you have your boat operator?s card, and (2) you want to volunteer for crash boat duty during club events, but (3) you?ve never driven the club motor boats, THEN you need practical on-water training. The course includes starting, driving and caring for the boats; setting and recovering buoys; righting capsized boats; towing and (most important) rescuing people from the water. Bring and wear your life jacket.

Upcoming Courses include:

Boat Operator?s Card Certification,
First Aid & CPR,
Black Water Life Saving (mainly for Youth Program Instructors).

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16/05/06

GRYC News & Notices - May 16, 2006

This Weekend
Upcoming Events
Bridge Down: Wet but Successful
Gate Combo has Changed
IMPORTANT: Boats & Lockers
Carry-On, Carry-Off
Volunteer Opportunities
How to Log Your Volunteer Hours
Local Events

This Weekend
La Debacle River Cruise - Sunday, May 21

The first sailing event of the season. The monsoon season we seem to be having hasn't exactly inspired boat launching, but hopefully the weather will break long enough for a few of you to get down to the club this weekend to launch your boats.

Rigging starts around 12:00, cast off about 1:00 pm. All are invited. If you have a boat, we encourage you to launch it in time to join a pleasant early-season cruise upriver. Once the destination is reached, boats will form a flotilla where the beginning of the season will be celebrated. Big boats will be featured at this event due to the colder water temperatures, but all boats are welcome: dinghies, canoes, kayaks, etc.
Upcoming Events
Race Officials and Crash Boat Operators Clinic - Saturday, May 27

If you're interested in volunteering this summer as a Race Official (point duty) or Crash Boat Operator at any Sunday Race, Regatta, or any other Sailing event, this information session is for you. The basics will be covered: running a race, completing the score sheet, setting buoys, and general responsibilities, and an opportunity for you to have your questions answered.

Potential Race Officials at 10:30 am, potential Crash Boat Operators (and assistants) at 1:00.

Spring Series I - Sunday, May 28

The first Sunday Race of the 2006 season. Dinghies battle it out in the first day of 3 Sundays of the Spring Series. No racing experience necessary, but dress for the water temperature & weather.

Ice Breaker BBQ - Saturday June 10

Mark your calendars off. The first big bash of the season. Welcoming members old and new to the 2006 season. "How was your winter?", "Have you got your boat in the water yet?", and "What's your name again.?". A great time to catch up with good eats and good company. Stay tuned for more info
Bridge Down: Wet but Successful
A huge "Thank You" to everyone who braved the torrential downpour last weekend. The island and clubhouse got it's annual Spring face-lift. We got rid of a couple of dilapidated BBQs and Boats, and cleared the debris Mother Nature dropped on the island over the Winter. The quick-thinking food crew pulled off a much-needed core-warming soup on top of the once-again spectacular lunch-spread. We all left soaked, tired, but happy with a job well done.
Gate Combo has Changed
The new gate combo was given out at Bridge Down. If you couldn't make it then or have already forgotten it, contact the Manager (see end of email for contact info) or any member of the Board.
IMPORTANT: Boats & Lockers
A reminder that as of June 1, any unclaimed lockers will have their locks cut and will be reassigned and unclaimed boats will be assimilated into the club fleet. If you're unsure of the status of your locker or boat, see below or contact the Manager.

Lockers: If you paid for a locker but a "?" appeared on your membership renewal form, you have not registered your locker. If a number appeared, then your locker has been accounted for and will be left untouched.

Boats: If you were issued a sticker last or this season (white sticker with GRYC insignia and number - no year) then your boat(s) has/have been entered into the database. The information for your boat(s) including location and sticker number should have appeared on your membership renewal form.

Contact the Manager (see end of email for contact info) if you have any questions about the boat and/or locker registry or to confirm your information if you are unsure.
Carry-On, Carry-Off
We'll be sounding like a broken record throughout the summer, but here's the first reminder of many: if you bring it onto the island, please bring it home with you. At the beginning of last season the Gleneagle dumpster was removed. We are now restricted to the same garbage and recycling as any private home in Chelsea. As a result, we are trying to reduce the amount of waste generated at the club. Please bring any garbage and recycling that you produce home with you. This includes, but is not limited to: meat wrappers, corn husks and cobs, wine/beer/pop cans/bottle/cartons, napkins, chip bags, etc. If you purchase a beverage from the island's machine, it becomes your property, so please bring it with you. Plastic bags will be available in the kitchen and inside the clubhouse by the BBQs for your convenience. If you ABSOLUTELY CAN NOT take a recyclable item with you, there is a recycling box outside the kitchen. If everyone does their part to help, the carry-on, carry-off policy is not a burden, and the island will be cleaner and happier for it. Thanks in advance for you cooperation.
Volunteer Opportunities
Crash Boat & Race Official Coordinator

The Fleet Captains are looking for 2 to 4 volunteers to coordinate the Race Official and Crash Boat Operators schedule for the summer. The coordinator(s) will be busy at the beginning of the season recruiting Race Officials and Crash Boat Operators for the various sailing events and races throughout the summer, but once that's done it's 'clear sailing'. Coordinating will fulfill your volunteer duties for the season. If you are interested or would like more information on one of these positions, contact Fleet Captains Joe Dion 827-1321 or David Newing 827-2418.

Assistant Rear Commodore

Michael Henderson needs your help! If you enjoy the social events at the club and would like to help organize/coordinate them, consider an assistant/co-Rear Commodore position. Call Michael at 827-2315 if you're interested. Position available immediately.

Jobs and Tasks

Thanks to everyone who has volunteered so far. This season is off to a great start thanks to you.

Below is a list of tasks and jobs that need your help. If you're interested in helping with any of these, contact the Manager for more information.

Artist needed - If someone with any degree of artistic ability is interested in painting an outdoor mural depicting some sort of sailing-related scene, we need your help to paint the race shed that was built last year. Other ideas are welcome.

Lumberjacks - John Pomeroy needs 3 people to help cut down dead trees/branches on the island.

Carpentry - New shelves are being built in the kitchen. Light carpentry needed. Materials will be provided. Experience and own tools an asset.

Painting - The floors of the clubhouse and picnic tables are being repainted/stained. We have a few volunteers already (big thanks to Patricia Black who has us off to a great start) but we could still use a couple more brush-yielding helpers.
How to Log Your Volunteer Hours
A revised volunteer log book is being put together and will be available soon. Along with your membership privileges, members have a minimal volunteer requirement each season. This updated system will endeavor to facilitate members to report their contributions to the club and avoid any unwarranted fines on your membership renewal next Spring. This log book will be kept outside the office by the phone. It will be your responsibility to update the logbook as you complete your hours. More information will be sent about the revised system, so stay tuned.
Local Events
Chelsea School celebrates 50 years this weekend. Events are planned throughout the weekend with special note of the Musical Entertainment on Saturday from 1:00-5:00 pm. Our Commodore, Paul Fydenchuk along with Ian Tamblyn and a few other fellow GRYC members will be performing. Come for a BBQ lunch before 2:00 and enjoy some good tunes and old memories.

This space could be yours. If you have a news item or notice that you think other members would like to know about, send an email to the Manager with the info or a brief write-up to be included in the weekly News & Notices.

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02/05/06

GRYC Notice - Bridge Down: Saturday, May 6

Bridge Down W5

Items needed for Bridge Down
Gate Combo will be changing
Confirm/reserve a locker/boat mooring
Task & Job List
Launching your own boats

Here we go! Another season is underway. This weekend is our annual clean-up day, "Bridge Down". Looking forward to seeing everyone there!

Bridge Down W5
When: Saturday, May 6. 9:00 am until finish (usually by lunch time).
-Coffee and Timbits will be provided in the morning, get there early if you want some. -Lunch will be provided to everyone who lends a hand.

Why: Stir the club from its long winter nap. Clean up the island and get the facilities up and running for another great season.

Who: All members young and young-at-heart.

What: Basically to undo everything that was done at Bridge Down in the Fall: Put the docks back out, get the boats out of the clubhouse and back on the racks/in the water, set up the picnic tables and BBQs, and scrub the clubhouse/island down from Richen's point to the Lighthouse.

Weather: Environment Canada long term weather forecast is high of 14C, partly cloudy with 40% chance of showers so dress for the weather. Two "Wetskins" rain jackets were lost & found last fall, so if they're yours contact the Manager or pick them up at Bridge down.

You will be greeted as you come on to the island and assigned to a task/work crew of your choice, or one will chosen for you if you have no preference. See below for a list of tasks to be completed at Bridge down. If you would like to coordinate one of the tasks, please contact the Manager by Friday.
Items needed for Bridge Down
Your willing and able selves. Work gloves (if you plan on helping with moving/island cleanup). Pressure washer (if you have one and are willing to lend it to the club for the day, please contact the Manager).
Gate Combo will be changing
When you check in at Bridge Down you will also be given the new combo to the gate. Please be reminded that the combo is for GRYC members only. Please do not share it with your friends. If you forget the combo, contact the Manager. Please do not shout the combo across the water.

If you are unable to attend Bridge down, contact the Manager after Saturday, May 6. The new combo will not be distributed by mass email in the News & Notices.
Confirm/reserve a locker/boat mooring
If you have questions about your boat/locker information that was included in your membership renewal or you would like to add/change a boat location or reserve a locker, Neil will be on hand throughout the day of Bridge Down and Sunday. Contact him at manager@gryc.ca or call 220-4328 to arrange a different time.
Task and Job List
Bridge Down

-Sweep & tidy entire clubhouse (washrooms, downstairs, upstairs, crows nest, stairs. Mop downstairs, washrooms, and upstairs)
-Wash windows
-Clean out kitchen
-Move picnic tables out of clubhouse & set up on deck (the lower section of deck needs to be repaired before putting anything on it)
-Retrieve BBQs from under deck. Clean, hook up propane tanks. Get them to light.
-Remove box of wood bits from under back deck put in dumpster.
-Tidy island of garbage & debris (large branches need to be cut down to manageable size. Small branches and organic matter to be put into forested areas of island) Garbage and large debris in the dumpster.
-Get boats out of clubhouse
-Wash & wax boats
-Launch Squadrons, Albacores, 420s
-turn Lasers over on racks
-Hook up docks & swimming pool
-Hammer/screw in loose nails and screws on catwalk and docks
-Position island docks
-coffee & timbits/muffins will be first-come, first-served in morning
-lunch will be served after work is done

Job List for the 2006 season
The following is a list of the major jobs or projects to be done at the Club this year. This list will also be available on a signup sheet at Bridge Down. Please add your name to this list if you are interested in helping out either by undertaking/coordinating a project or by helping out. Please contact Erik if you have any questions at 827-1034 or erikrask@gmail.com or ask the Manager.

1. Prepare new area under the Club House for additional locker space. Basic floor to be built to support lockers.

2. Repair railings on side deck (beside kitchen). Part of the railing will use the bench from the back of the upper deck.

3. Build new steps (3 steps 18" long) at the far end of the back deck to replace the bench. Complete railings at end of back deck.

The rest are maintenance items that were previously identified:

4. Fix/replace Club House window (frames). This will be the largest job.

5. Level lower section of upper deck part of which is sagging.

6. Remove/cut down dead trees on island.

7. Repair deck between Tool shed and Pram shed

8. Resurface island dock.

9. Replace lid/roof on gas storage shack behind Tool Shed with new plywood and tar paper.

10. Fix up bathrooms by building a bench and installing new cubby-holes in each.

11. Repair section of floor upstairs in clubhouse.

12. Replace or upgrade kitchen cupboards.

13. Repair hinges on boat ramps in front of Tool Shed.

14. Sand and refinish/paint/stain:
- flag pole
- picnic tables (remove flaking paint from painted tables and stain new tables) & Adirondack chairs
- racing shed (mural painters welcome!)
- Finish paintjob in bathrooms.
- main floor in Club House (after repairing floor)
- possibly re-paint all floors
Launching your own boats
Please wait until after Bridge Down to put your boat in the water. If you moor your boat on the catwalk, the boat ramp will be unlocked Sunday, May 7. If you have an Island Dock, please wait until the following weekend to launch your boat. From May 14 until May 28, the boat ramp will be left open for you to launch your boats. After that point you will need to contact the Manager to make arrangements to have the gate opened for you.