BYC June 2001 Towline articles



Home Commodore's Message Annual Event Calendar Clubhouse E-mail Addresses History of BYC Hours of Operation Monthly Calendars News & Events Outstation Powerboat Committee Marine Railway Reciprocal Yacht Clubs Sailboat Committee BYC Links Web Site Information Skipperettes Yacht Club Burgees	Towline Articles for June 2001: From: Keith Conrad, Commodore Installation has passed and now life can return to normal. I am privileged and honored to be the 74th commodore of the Bremerton yacht club, following a long-standing tradition. My theme for the coming year is to "do your share plus a little". Also to be positive as positive thoughts and ideas are of value and can be used to achieve our goals. Oh and lets not forget why we have a Yacht club and that is to promote the enjoyment of boating I would like to thank those that worked so hard to make the 74th installation of Officers a success. P/C miller did a great job as installing officer. P/C Morken is a natural as Officer of the Deck. BM1 Hayes filled the Bosun position perfectly and our friends from Poulsbo were a great added touch. Also thanks to Maralee and Rick Ormiston and their committee for hosting the social hour prior to the installation. And of course thanks, to our stewards, Steve Sterns and Bill Baker for the great setup on the dock and for serving cake and champagne. And last but not least I would like to thank our members that stayed through the ceremony. Your presence meant a lot to those that were being installed. We have a lot of new committee chair- man and it may take us a little lime to hit our stride. So if we stumble a little at first, you will hopefully understand. I feel that Bremerton should have a great year and will accomplish our stated goals, given a staff of very capable positive committee members and chairmen. Now it is time to get on with the business of boating. Summer is here with the warm weather and a great Memorial Day cruise is just a few days away. Hope to see all soon, out on the water. Enjoy your summer and remember the next general meeting is September 17th Keith and Shelly Commodore Awesome Ospreys From: Bill Rumbold, Vice Commodore Where have the past seven months gone? They say time flies when you are having fun; it certainly is true in my case. I have truly enjoyed serving BYC as your Rear Commodore since last November. Lynne and I have learned a lot about the club, it's members and have really enjoyed meeting the officers of the other Grand XIV yacht clubs. Serving on the bridge affords a great opportunity to meet our members, listen to your concerns and to be a participant in trying to resolve problems. I have found that we do indeed have members who will step forward to work for the betterment of our club. This year, people like Jeff and Al Knudsen took on the fabrication and installation of the beautiful new gate at the head of the ramp. Ray Gorski assumed the role of Project Manager for the PumpOut Station and has done hours of research, made numerous phone calls to the county and has prepared professional- quality drawings and specifications which will be submitted to the county and issued for bid. Ray intends to follow this project through to completion so that we are in compliance with state and county regulations. Mike Leedy and Bill Streutker were always there when the club facilities needed maintenance. I have no idea how many hours these two have cheerfully performed, but I know if I asked right now, I could count on them to do one more job and it would be done. As busy as Dale Armstrong is with his own business, he has accepted the task of Project Manager for the galley repairs and rehab. With his knowledge and expertise I know it will get done properly. Barney Shaw and Larry Newton took on the work party management and accomplished a lot of needed maintenance and repairs. I have received volumes of "free advice", which I truly appreciate; however, those who step forward and say "I'll do that" are a special breed in my book. When you see these guys, stop and tell them thanks for a great job! To all you new members who were supported in your membership application by a Committee and said what a great guy you are, what an asset to the club you will be and how you will be an active member, get off your duff and come down to the club and become involved. I guarantee you will enjoy your club so much more. To you sponsors, remember your recommendation to the E Committee? Get your new member out and involved. I have enclosed my first cut of the Social Schedule for this coming year and have included the chairman for most of the commit tees. If you want to serve on a committee contact the chairman and I am sure he will be glad for your help. Also, there are still opportunities to volunteer as chairman. Give me a call and tell me you want want to chair a committee. If you have ideas for a social or some changes you would like to see, let's talk! Harry and Paula Davis will host the first Picnic in the Park on Wednesday, 13 June. Theme is American Graffiti 1950's Style. Harry and Paula have a bunch of tricks up their sleeves. Be there and don't miss the fun! Finally, Lynne and I want to thank everyone for your support and your confidence, I need it in order to succeed. We also wish everyone a great summer of safe boating and hope to see you out there on the water! Bill Rumbold Vice Commodore From: Bob Bachman, Rear Commodore When I retired 3 years ago, I thought I would kick back, relax and smell the roses. Well, I'm still looking for the garden. I can relax somewhat, however, as I know now there is no need to search for 3 more years. I am looking forward to those years though, as they hold the promise of exciting times, friendships and memories not soon forgotten. I am truly honored to be able to serve as one of your. officers and give back for so much that has been given to Gem and me since we joined. Thank you for electing me and giving me this opportunity. Pride of ownership is a term that will be appearing in my column from time to time. What does it mean? Well, when you joined Bremerton Yacht Club you became a share holding, voting member. In other words you own a piece of this club- you bought in!! As you go about this facility and make use of the things provided, it means caring for these things as if they were yours. It means policing up after using them so they are ready for the next "owner", and doing so even if you find a mess from a "forgetful owner". It means replacing ice from the ice locker with not just the required one for one but why not more than. that to keep it full like a proud "owner" would. It means returning dock carts when you are through so our famous Cart Boy or you don't have to chase them down. And when rain is imminent or forecast, tipping them up off their wheels to keep them dry for the next user. Cleaning them if you soil them is another "pride" thing. Not only are these "pride" items but they're also courtesies to your fellow "owners" the same courtesies you would want them to do for you. So if something needs addressing don't leave it for the next person do it yourself. Set the example. Finally, if you find a problem or a need and can't remedy it yourself please bring it to the attention of the appropriate "chair" or to me for resolution. Bob Backman Rear Commodore If you have additional items to add, email the web developer. Last update: 29 May 2001