Wapato Lake Promotional Regatta, several pictures,

PROM0 REGATTA APRIL 9, 2005 WAPATO LK., TACOMA, WA

Sometimes things turn out as they are planned and we then would be pleasantly surprised. That they would turn out well both as to favorable weather and turnout is really a pleasureable experience. Not to mention a good exposure to the public. General weather was comfortable on Saturday with scattered clouds and temps in the mid 50s and 60s and light breezes generally S & SW, though a bit on the flakey side, if I can use the term. More on that later.

Some of the reasons that we chose Wapato Lk. was that there are restroom facilities there, N/S configuration for prevailing S/SW breezes and abundant parking. The lake is about 300' wide and 1200' long. Prevailing winds are usually from the S and SW that blow up the length of the lake. It is centally located in the south section of Tacoma and readily accessible. It is located on the SE corner of Alaska and So. 72nd St.two blocks E of I-5.

It was about 1PM that all the gear was put away and we headed to out to get a bite to eat. We all headed home at about 2PM. I would grade this regatta as an 8 or a 9 considering the exposure that we got. Good winds would have made it a 10.

NOTE NOTE NOTE April 26, 2005 is ODOM 1 Points Nite.

SEPT. 6, 2004 Joe Brohan

I had been talking about heading North and sailing with the Sequim Aquanauts for I do not know how long. I especially wanted to do this because Jack Ronda and Joe D'Amico consistently drive down here for our Sunday ODOM regattas. So, it it is only right that we make an effort to sail up there once in a while.

I was told that some of the skippers meet at the Mariner Cafe about 8AM before the 10QAM regatta. I bumped into Joe D'Amico and another skipper in the lot. It was decided to eat at Gwennie's. At about 9:30AM we headed for the Pond. There were 7 skippers there including me. Plus, there were line judges and mark judges. I must compliment the Aquanauts for the excellent manner in which they conducted the regatta. Infractions, overlaps and finishes were called out. Good job done, Aquanauts!!!

Joe Brohan

May 28, 2004

NOTE NOTE NOTE COMING EVENTS / CHANGE DATE ERROR IN SCHEDULE There is an error/conflict on June 20, 2004(ODOM 4 per schedule). THIS IS FATHER'S DAY. This is a NO REGATTA day. To eliminate this problem, we will simply switch dates and have ODOM 4 on June 13, 2004 and Father's Day free on June 20, 2004.

June 1 Tues Nite is free nite. However, EC12 skippers, sharpen up your sailing skills, because Sunday June 6 is the Ron Banner Mem. Regatta.

Annual Awards Presentation and BBQ at Gary's, Joe comments and pictures of our awards.

Annual Awards and BBQ at Gary's

May 9, 2004

His e-mail address is covepoint@wavecable.com

Announce Season Opener, 2004

To All:

DEC. 14, 2003 "BEER CAN" REGATTA and GHMYC ANNUAL MEETING

The weather for Dec. 14 was not too promising when Howard Rasmussen picked me up about 7:45AM. We took our rain gear and ODOMs. We stopped at The Harvester in Gig Harbor for breakfast. We arrived at Gary and Jan Kohler's, Keyport, about 10:30AM after a few incorrect turns. It was well worth the trip. Gary and Jan have a beautiful place on the Sound with LOW bank and a gorgeous view. What a deal! The WX was great for sailing. There were 8-10mph breezes from the South. We had a few sprinkles but that was of no consequence. They were alittle squirely due to the houses near the beach. We started sailing about 11AM.

Howard and I were the first to show up. Close behind was Bud Pell, Kelly Martin, and much to my utter astonishment who shows up but Mike Pearson. It was great seein' ya Mike. Since we were sailing in saltwater it was mandatory to get those rudders out when we got home and regrease the rudder shaft. Otherwise they would be frozen solid for next year's sailing. Gary, you know of what I speak don't you? As usual, Gary being his usual efficient self, had some marks set out with a triangular course that worked just fine.

For those that did not make the effort to come to the regatta missed out on a heck-of-a -lot of fun. The WX was great for sailing and, to cap it off, Gary "rang" the chow bell about 1PM. Gary and Jan, you make mean burgers. They were really good. It was a great lunch with cordial hosts, company, setting and the view out the picture windows.

After lunch, the Annual Meeting was called to order. There was much discussed re old and new business. The main New business was the election of officers for year 2004. Gary Kohler was elected Commodore and Joe Brohan elected Vice Commodore. Mike Pearson was retained as Secty/Treasurer. Mike Pearson made his financial report and advised that GHMYC is in good financial shape. It was also decided that existing members would not pay dues for 2004; however, new member would be assessed for 2004 dues. It was also decided that dues for 2004 will be $25.00.

Other new business was in regard to the Victoria Fleet in SMYC. We discussed this at great length, as had been done previously this past season. It was decided that we would set aside the Third Tuesday of the Month for Victoria skippers. Also, they will have their own course. Other classes would be welcome, but would use a separate course. The Victoria fleet would be responsible for setting up their own course and bringing in the marks. There is a possibility that there may be too many cars of the skippers. This could cause a problem for the tenants. If this occurs we may have to resort to only Victoria skippers sailing on that nite.

The meeting was adjourned about 3PM and then we were given a tour of Gary and Jan's beautiful home. Gary's been working his tail off getting things remodeled (been there done that) since they have moved in. It's been a long hard pull for the both of them, but I think that they're starting to see the lite at the end of the tunnel. The home is essentially daylight basement. Off the living room is a large deck that is about one quarter of the upstairs area. The daylight basement is really roomy and is the same size as the upstairs area. Gary's got a nice BIG garage WITH shop and he obviously knows how to use that table saw, joiner-planer and 12" planer. He's done a great job on some of the cabinetry. And you should see the neat yard lites he made for the driveway.

The group broke up around 4:30PM and headed for home. It was a great time had by all and one missed by those that did not avail themselves of this fun time that we all had. Once the moment's gone, it's gone!

Howard and I did not head directly home from Gary's, but rather went over to see Bud Pell's place on the other side of the bay. By crow's flight, they are probably about two miles apart. Gary lives on Cove Point and Bud lives on Virginia Point across from one another.

Bud's house has a large open spacious feeling to it like a studio. Bud is into making shore birds and has dozens of patterns to cut out the different types of birds. One room is devoted to a band saw and other wood working tools to make the birds. They are constructed by the "bread and butter" method, then chiseled and planed down and then sanded smooth. They look really neat. These bird sizes are the size used in the olden days when they were used as decoys

Bud is also into making boomerangs and throwing sticks. He has participated in contests for both of these weapons/tools. The throwing sticks are shaped like snakes and are about 2-2½' long. They are all finished with bright paints and the painted throwing stick have a snake-like finish to them. Bud says that the throwing stick can be thrown with enough accuracy to hit a bale of straw at a 450' distance. Now, that is accurate.

Merry Christmas, Happy New Year & Hanukkah

To all RC Skippers and First Mates
From  Joe Brohan

I can’t believe it’s almost this year’s Season,
but surely for very good reason.

Our lives were full of things to do,
like work, chores, trips and such to name a few.

Time flew by so fast unnoticed by all of us
it’s almost The Season and we’re in a fuss.


Soon upon us The Season will surely be
and there’s so much for us to do
The annual letters to all the family
and so to “Great Aunt Marylu.”

The list of gifts seems to ever grow
and the opening of them will make kiddies glow.

So now we all had best get on with it
for time’s passing cares not one twit.

Here’s our Season message to family and friends
and so now our preface comes to an end.


Merry Christmas, Happy New Year & Hanukkah

This year’s Season is here.
The time for fellowship and good cheer.

The time is for those we hold dear,
whether they are far or near.

In previous years I experienced this with wonder
and it was when you and I were much younger.

So now approaches the Season with myrrh
as events of this time fly by as a blur.

So I say to all Merry Christmas and Happy New Year to all
and the thoughts of the many past that we recall.

So a New Year will come with a clean slate for all,
And, after all, what goes onto it depends on us all.


Joe Brohan
Christmas 2003

 

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