July 2008 Papoose Article

The Gabor Cup Regatta, held on May 25th was a terrific event, especially because of the party that followed. The wind was light and variable but we had enough air to complete two races. Five Lightnings, three Snipes, one Sunfish and a boat skippered by Joe Martin from Beach Three competed for trophies. After the wake settled and the results were computed, Jeff Urbanski in his Snipe took first place followed by a Lightning sailed by Perry Anderson and Rich Miner in another Lightning taking third.

The “Jimmy Buffet” party after the race was a real success. There were fish tacos, boiled shrimp, cheeseburgers in paradise, margaritas and Mexican beer all served at our club that was decorated with hints of island grass and palm trees. Thanks to John and Margie Incantalupo, and all others who helped, in running a great race and social event.

On June 1st regular racing resumed in winds that built to over 15 knots so only one race was held with Perry Anderson still holding first place position in the Lightning Fleet for the Spring Series. However, the tides changed the following week when, on June 8th, in a steady and strong wind out of the southwest, Chuck Chute captured two firsts. Three Snipes also raced on that day.

Remember, our next open regatta is the Marine Base Regatta on July 6th with registration starting at 12:00 noon and the first gun at 1:00 p.m. Our regattas are handicapped events open to all LMCC members with a sailboat of any kind. We award trophies for the first three positions. Come down and race with us!

Other featured fun events for this year are as follows:

July 3: Family Picnic

July 6: Marine Base Regatta

August (date t/b/a): Jack Robertson Cruising Day

September 7: Commodore’s Cup Regatta and Cocktail Party

October (date t/b/a): Finish Line Party and Annual Meeting

November (date t/b/a): Awards Brunch

Our Junior Sailing School is nearly sold out. Adult Sailing Classes are also being offered. Those interested in the Junior Sailing School (for ages 10 to 14) should contact Jan Oldridge at 729-3105 or Chuck Chute at 726-3307. You can also call Chuck if you are interested in Adult lessons.

Race Official assignments are posted on the Buoy Room bulletin board. Please be sure to check the list and contact Race Committee Chairman Hank Jelinek if you need to change your dates. Race Official assignments for June are as follows:

July 6 Gooblar/Beveridge

July 13 Urbanski/Henderson

July 20 Chute/Newton

July 27 Anderson/Anderson

Aug 3 Marx/Keyvanie

Until next month, smooth sailing and God bless America!

Don Okner

Jeff Urbanski