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July 2018

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A note from the GenerAl mAnAGerBruce Furman, CCMHappy Birthday to The Peninsula Yacht Club! The Club’s Inception was in 1995 (23 years old) and the Club facilities were opened in 1996 (22 years old) of this month. What better way to celebrate the Club’s birthday than to come take a dip in the pool or grab a kayak and enjoy Lake Norman!

The Club may be getting older, but it has never looked better! It takes an outstanding team and a lot of hard work to maintain our high standards. I know you appreciate every one of them and their dedication; their hard work does not go unnoticed. Next time you see one of the team members going above and beyond, let them know as well as myself so, together we can continue in striving to be the best. Thank you to all departments: Food and Beverage, Marina/Aquatics, Administrative, Facilities and Activities.

Your Club and connection to the water,

Sincerely,Bruce Furman, CCM

Mike Bundra & Tiffany RogahnCarrie Coffee & Christopher Knable

Brett & Julie DilsEmilie Dumler

Thomas & Shannon HockswenderDeborah Isbister

Michael & Sharon Kingsley

John Kuebler & Melanie FitzgeraldJoseph & Deanna MarsocciRyan & Laura MessengerDavid & Shelley RaineyRichard & Andrea Rolle

John & Mary Beth ScharerSteven & Jennifer Lynn Setzer

MacAdam & Alison SmithAllen Smith & Andrea Mansfield

Jonathan & Meghan StamperJoel & Jen SwitzerMary Ann Turetsky

Eric & Jennifer WeberJason & Cindy Williams

Welcome neW members

Live MusiC Friday, May 4 6:00 - 9:00 pm Join us in the Dining Room for live music with The Relics. Watch out for Water Balloons

10:00 am - 8:00 pm • Pool Hours11:00 am - 5:00 pm • Dining Room - À La Carte

8:00 pm • Family Movie on the Lawn “The Incredibles”

Bring your lawn chairs and towels for this family event! 5:00 pm - 10:00 pm • Dining Room - À La Carte Dining

New Member SocialSaturday, July 146:00 - 8:00 pmCome have a drink and meet other members that have joined the Club recently. Heavy hor d’oeuvres will be served. Please make reservations online or contact Clair Knox cknox@peninsulayacht.com | 704-892-9858

3Please note there is a 48-Hr Cancellation Policy on all Club events Please make reservations online or call 704-892-985848-hour cancellation policy applies on all Club events.

8:30am • Club to Club 5K Race Race begins at the Peninsula Yacht Club & runners go to the Peninsula Golf Club & back!

Registration is free! Please go online or stop by the Club to register 10:00 am • 6th annual PYC Patriots Parade

Golf carts, wagons, bicycles, scooters, ATV’s are all welcome as long as it’s in stars & stripes! Registration is free! Please go online or stop by the Club to register

10:00 am - 8:00 pm • Pool Hours 11:00 am - 4:00 pm • Poolside Bar Open | Cocktail Service

11:00 am - 3:00 pm • Dining Room Clubhouse open for À la Carte Dining

5:00 pm - 9:00 pm • Clubhouse | Buffet Mixed Greens Salad, Assorted Composed Salads, Watermelon, Corn on the Cob, Baked Beans, BBQ Ribs,

Pulled Pork, BBQ Brisket, Fried Shrimp Apple and Cherry Pie with Vanilla Ice Cream.

Adults $24++ | Children (4-12) $12++5:00 pm - 8:00 pm • Lawn Games | Bounce House

7:00 pm - 10:30 pm • Dancing and Live Music by the rubberband7:45 pm • Lawn - Free T-Shirt Toss!

WEDNESDAY, JulY 4

11:00 am - 3:00 pm • Grilled Hamburgers, Hot Dogs, Pasta Salad, Chips, Watermelon12:00 pm - 3:00 pm • Pool Games | Water Slide | Lawn Games | DJ

2:00 pm • S’mores Bar Adults $12++ | Children 4-12, $10++

11:00 am - 5:00 pm • A’ la carte lunch served in the dining room and veranda5:00 pm - 8:00 pm • Burger Night

SAturDAY, JulY 7

Independence FestIvItIes

10:00 am - 8:00 pm • Pool Hours11:00 am - 5:00 pm • Dining Room - À La Carte

First Friday Music in the Dining Room - The Boat Rockers4:00 pm - 8:00 pm • Poolside Bar Open | Cocktail Service

5:00 pm - 8:00 pm • Lawn Games (Corn Hole, Bocce Ball and Ping Pong)

5:00 pm - 10:00 pm • Dining Room - À La Carte Dining Chef Friday Night Grill

6:00 pm - 7:30 pm • Member’s Lounge

FriDAY, JulY 6

Watch out for Water Balloons

thurSDAY, JulY 510:00 am - 8:00 pm • Pool Hours

11:00 am - 5:00 pm • Dining Room - À La Carte 8:00 pm • Family Movie on the Lawn

“The Incredibles” Bring your lawn chairs and towels for this family event! 5:00 pm - 10:00 pm • Dining Room - À La Carte Dining

Pool Party and Cookout

10:00 am - 8:00 pm • Pool Open11:00 am - 6:00 pm • Poolside Bar

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BunCo nightThursday, July 26 6:30 pm $10 & $5 for kitty

Enjoy a fun night out with friends! Hors D’oeuvres will be offered at 6:30 pm. Bunco begins at 7:00 pm. Please make reservations online.

Sunday, July 293:00 -7:00 pmCome join us as we host live music by the relics and enjoy drink specials as you dine on the veranda!

Live MusiC First Friday of every month 6 - 9 pm Join us in the Dining Room for the musical sounds from The Boat Rockers.

CoMModore’s hoursFridays 6 - 7:30 pm Member’s Lounge The perfect opportunity to socialize with other members and make new friends. Chef’s choice free appetizer!

Burger nightWednesdays 5-9 pmGo online for details! We will also be offering the Bistro Menu.

Wing nightSundays 5-9 pmCome get your wing fix! We will also be offering the Bistro Menu.

Adults $16++ | Children 4-12 $8++ Featuring our made-to-order omelet station, an array of salads, and a variety of delectable entrées.

Lunch Menu availableat 12:00 pm

Sunday Brunch11 am - 2 pm

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off select bottles of wine

$2 DraftSEvery Fridaythrough Sunday enjoy a great craft beer for less!

Monthly happenings

each thursday

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Ladies eXCursionWednesday, July 1812:00 pm - 3:00 pm Pallet Painting ClassMeet at Ghostface Brewing Company in Mooresville and stay to paint on pallets. More details and registration online.

Book CLuBThursday, July 26 7:00 pm Member’s Lounge“Love and Ruin” by Paula McLain

Guests are welcome! Join other PYC Ladies at the Bar for 1/2 priced bottles of wine and great conversation! No reservations needed.

Ladies daY out Wednesday, July 1111:00 am - 3:00 pm | $5++Cruise the Lake with The Fleet Committee

Take a guided boat ride to the north side of the Lake with the Fleet Committee Flag Officers. Let the PYC pack your lunch to-go and your hosts will be mixing up drinks aboard the boat “Leisure”. Cruise will last 2.5 hours. Please make reservation online.

Wednesday July 11 from 6:30 - 7:30 pm (No class July 4, 18, 25)

Cost: FREE Guests are welcome | $5 each

Stay afterwards with your fellow yogis with an optional $5 drink ticket for your choice of beer or wine.

RSVP ONLINE OR CALL 704-892-9858.

Yoga Lawn on THE

DEEP STRETCH YOGAThursday July 5 & 12(No class July 19 & 26) 10:00 amNo cost for membersGuests are welcome | $5 each

PLEASE RSVP ONLINE.

Water aerobics Tuesdays at 10 am

Cost: $5+/class A twist on water aerobics using simple water toys for a low impact, strength building work-out at the pool. Deadline to register is each Monday. Please RSVP online.

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KIDS MOVIE NIGHT

Children must be bathroom independent. Please make reservations online.

Friday, July 27Movie: RioRated G 6:00 - 9:00 pm $14+ Menu: Cheese Pizza, Carrots, Celery, Ranch, Fruit, Cookies, Lemonade & Water.

Friday, July 13 Movie: Lilo & StitchRated G 6:00 - 9:00 pm $14+ Menu: Chicken Tenders , Fries, Carrots, Celery, Ranch, Fruit, Cookies, Lemonade & Water

Flick-n-Float

Come dressed in swim suits & bring your favorite float!

Children must be bathroom independent. Please make reservations online.

Children must be bathroom independent. Please make reservations online.

Thursday, July 19 6:00 - 8:00 pm | $14+Fun outdoor activities at the park or on the PYC lawn

kids night outGuests are welcome!

Menu: Cheese Quesadillas, Fruit, Carrots, Cookies, Lemonade and Water.

the incrediblesRated PGThursday, July 58:00 pm | $5+ admission

Bring your lawn chairs and towels for this family event! Not a drop-off Activity Please make reservations online.

FAMILY

register for participation for the cardboard boat race online or at the front desk. no need to register for family carnival.

Saturday, August 11 Interactive Inflatables • Bounce House • Rock Wall

Balloon Artist • Carnival Games with Prizes Snow Cones • Cotton Candy

Carnival Food • Sweet Treat Shack Carboard Boat Races - Start your ideas now!

The 18th AnnualFamily Carnival & Cardboard Boat Race

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Come dressed in swim suits & bring your favorite float!

Saturday, July 28 5 - 9 pm

Adults $32++ | Kids 4-12 $16++

Snow Crab Legs | Steamed Garlic Mussels Shrimp Alfredo Pasta | Shucked Raw Oyster Station

Assorted Composed Salads | Chicken Tenders Scalloped Potatoes Steamed Broccoli | Dinner Rolls

Assorted Pies and Cakes

Please make reservations onlineThere will be no À la Carte Dining

Live Music by An “Electric” Duo

The 18th AnnualFamily Carnival & Cardboard Boat Race

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WIne socIetY Thursday, July 19Tasting 6:30pmRiedel Tasting with Sam Seiden with Fine Wine Trading Company.

$25+ for Non Wine Society Members

Please make reservations online.

Winners of the Poker run1st place

$2,000 Tony Marks

2nd place$1,000

Meredith Fite 3rd place

$500John Kosicki

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Watercraft Safety TrainingJuly 14 & 28 | 10 am - 12 pm

You must be 16 years old or older to sign out the Paddleboard, Kayaks and Canoes. Anyone under the age of 16 must complete the watercraft safety training class and be signed out by an adult. The adult

must be at least 18 years old. No phone calls or emails will be allowed when sign-out is needed.Contact Harry Smith for more details.

swim team update Corey Hedges, Swim Coach

The Piranahs have kicked off the season with an awesome start! Falling by just 4 points to the Hamptons last week, both the Piranahs and Juniors have completed their first meets of the season. With just over 160 swimmers, the Piranhas have the largest team they have ever had! Thank you for all the parents who let your children build this team. We hope that by the end of the season, that all of the kids will

have improved their strokes, made friends, and enjoyed supporting their Piranah’s Team!

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mArInA servIcesHarry Smith, Marina & Aquatics Manager

VESSEL REFUELINGRefueling vessels on the water is not something we should ever take lightly! Sounds pretty simple but there is a lot to take into consideration when fueling your vessel, before and after! You must always use extreme caution when fueling any type of vessel. All vessels are different and may multiple fill

ports, some for fuel but some may for water or waste. You must pay attention at all times to keep potentially deadly situations from happening.

Article by Boat USIt was the end to the Memorial Day weekend when a 32-foot motorboat with four people aboard pulled up to the fuel dock. Moments later, after filling up, an explosion ripped through the boat — literally separating it into clamshell-like halves. In an instant a 25-year old woman was dead. All of the boat’s remaining four occupants, as well as a fuel dock attendant was hospitalized.

Saddest of all, the accident may have been preventable. A newspaper reported that investigators found the recently purchased used boat, being refueled by its new owner for the first time, may have had a fuel system gasket, give way, or fail, which allowed gasoline fumes to escape and accumulate below decks. While the owner had properly turned the engine compartment blower on — a required procedure anytime a boat is refueled — not enough of the explosive fumes had been cleared before an engine backfire ignited the blast.

A simple sniff test may have prevented the tragedy. “While it appears the owner did the right thing by having the blower on to safely remove any fumes from the engine compartment area, he may not have performed the “sniff” test — lifting the engine compartment hatch in an attempt to smell any lingering gasoline fumes,” said Seaworthy Editor and BoatUS Director of Damage Avoidance Bob Adriance.

“Unlike a car, boats have fuel tanks and engines located in enclosed spaces which don’t allow gasoline vapors to escape. This accident shows how important it is do a sniff test every time a boat is refueled.”

Six Refueling Safety Tips:1. Always remove passengers from the boat, and re-board only after refueling is complete and the engine is restarted.

2. The engine should be turned off and do not operate any electrical switches, including the ignition while refueling.

3. Keep all doors, ports and hatches closed, and only open them when refueling is complete.

4. To prevent unintentional sparking hold the hose nozzle firmly against the fuel fill (and not a rod holder, water tank fill or holding tank, which happens more often than you think). Also don’t overfill.

5. After refueling, ensure the engine compartment blower runs for at least four minutes. This may delay others waiting to fill up, but it’s worth the wait.

6. A quick sniff test takes only a few seconds and is the most effective method for detecting fuel leaks. Always open the engine bay hatch (if the boat is equipped) and smell the bilge area as well as any closed compartments or interior spaces.

Marina Manager ReminderRefuel ServiceFor only $35 allow us to take care of your vessel refuel. Give us at least 24-48 hrs notice and we will safely bring your vessel over to the gas dock, refuel to 90% and safely put you back in the slip, so your vessel is refueled and ready when you arrive.

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the sAIlInG scene Jim Hill, Sail Fleet Captain

The Spring Fellowship Series races have just been completed, with 4 races complete prior to the last race on June 24th. The PYC Fellowship Series is a great excuse to get out on a boat on a Sunday afternoon and sail around the course with fellow sailors. The after race discussions in the PYC bar are also a great opportunity to meet other sailors, discuss tactics and sail trim and socialize with friends. The Fall Series will be starting up in September with the first race on September 9th.

Racing is not the only activity your Club offers for sailors, or members who wish to learn to sail. Here are few of the other things that the Club is doing to allow you and your children to enjoy our beautiful Lake Norman.

Junior Sailing: The PYC Summer Camp is the place to start for your children or grandchildren who might be interested in sailing. Sessions are offered for Beginner, Intermediate and Advanced sailors. The Club also has a Junior Sailing Team that practices on Thursdays and Saturdays, and hosts a high school team based at Hough High. We have eight foot Optimist Prams for beginners and 13 foot Lasers, 420’s and Melges 14’s for the intermediate and advanced sailors. The activities are supervised by the Club staff and a coach dedicated to the sailing program.

Adult Sailing and Social Sailing: The Club’s 13 foot 420’s, Lasers and Melges 14’s are available (when the junior’s aren’t using them) for adults to check out and use without charge after a short check out by a staff member. Sailing lessons are also available for someone who is just starting out in sailing or who just want to get a taste for it. With sufficient interest the Club is positioned to offer adult ‘learn to sail classes’ in the evenings. For additional information on individual lessons or an adult sailing class contact Jennifer Milwee, the Club’s Activities Director.

Raft-ups are a great opportunity to socialize with other club members. The Power Boat Fleet schedules raft-ups about once a month, with hot dogs and refreshments provided by the Club.

Peninsula Cup Regatta, Volunteering and Crew Board: Check out the ‘Sailing’ tab on the PYC website. There you will find details about the Peninsula Cup Regatta, volunteer opportunities for the Regatta and Race Committee and opportunities to sign up to crew on a boat that races.

The sailing program at PYC has be growing and evolving over the past few years with additional opportunities for you, the members, to get out and enjoy the lake. If you have additional ideas about sailing activities you would like to see at the Club, please contact the Sail Fleet Captain, Jim Hill at jimhillnc@gmail.com or the PYC Activities Director, Jennifer Milwee at activites@peninsulayacht.com

NIGHTTIME NAVIGATION Saturday, July 28 | 8:00 pmJoin Harry Smith to go out on the water and see the lake in a whole new way. See navigational aids, channel markers, shoal markers vessel lights and what they mean! More details online.

Reserve your spot online www.PeninsulaYacht.com

General Manager | Bruce Furman ext. 2023 | bfurman@peninsulayacht.com

Club Accountant | Ellen H. Guryext. 2036 | ehgury@peninsulayacht.com

Clubhouse Manager | Jeff Barry ext. 2041 | jbarry@peninsulayacht.com

Executive Chef | Jamie Bostian ext. 2024 | chef@peninsulayacht.com Membership & Marketing Director | Clair Knox ext. 2031 | cknox@peninsulayacht.com

Marina Manager | Harry Smithext. 2028 | hsmith@peninsulayacht.com

Dining Service Manager | Derek Nolinext. 2040 | drmanager@peninsulayacht.com

Catering Manager | Kelsey Kraus ext. 2022 | kkraus@peninsulayacht.com

Activities Director | Jennifer Milweeext. 2032 | activities@peninsulayacht.com

club contActs MAIN LINe | 704-892-9858 SHIP’S STORe | 704-895-8996 exTeNSIONS LISTeD BeLOW

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John Killeen Sail Fleet Commander

David GoodmanEducation & Publicity

Cheryl Webster Social Chairman

2018 FLeet CoMMittee

Mike MillerPast Commodore

Bill SorvilloCommodore

John Camp Vice Commodore

Vince WatkinsRear Commodore

Steve HoslerPurser

Jacob BachmanTreasurer

Calvin NewmanPower Fleet Captain

Gary TreenPower Fleet Commander

Jim HillSail Fleet Captain

Pamela BlackSecretary

John KosickiSail Fleet Ensign

Chris Slocum Power Fleet Ensign

The Social Committee is the perfect opportunity to get involved in club events! If you are interested please contact Cheryl Webster, Social Committee Chairman naturelover04@yahoo.com

The Fleet Committee is charged with the responsibility of providing insight to the management of the Club on interests and best practices for all The Peninsula Yacht Club members If you would like to get involved please contact Bill Sorvillo, Club Commodore commandrman@gmail.com

soCiaL CoMMittee MeetingThursday, July 12 | 7:00 pm

Dress coDe VERANDA Bathing suit coverups required. Shorts, T-shirts and bluejeans allowed.

All Day Sundays and after 5 pm Dressy Casual: Long pants, dressy denim or dressy shorts allowed. Collared shirts are required. No T-shirts or torn, frayed or excessively worn denim allowed.

Bare feet and tank tops are not permitted in the Club at any time. Shirts are required at all times. Gentlemen are expected to remove their hats in the dining room.

DINING ROOM & MEMBERS LOUNGE

FLeet CoMMittee Meeting

Saturday, July 7 | 9:30 am

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DINING CLOSeD

COMMODORE’S HOURS

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Kids Flick-n-Float 6 - 9 pm

Kids Movie Night 6 - 9 pm

Book Club 7 pmBunco

6:30 pm

Kids Night Out 6 - 8 pm

SUNDAY BRUNCHLadies Day Out

11 - 3 pm

Burger NightWing Night

Burger NightWing Night

Burger Night

Lunch and Dinner in the Commodore’s

Room only.

Ladies Excursion 12 pm

Yoga on the Lawn 6:30 pm

Burger Night

Marina HoursMonday - Thursday 9 am - 6 pmFriday & Saturday 9 am - 8 pmSunday 9 am - 7 pm

Monday 11 am - 3 pmTuesday CLOSeDWednesday 11 am - 9 pmThursday - Saturday 11 am - 10 pmSunday 11 am - 9 pm

Dining Room & Member’s Lounge Pool Hours

everyday 10 am - 8 pm

Yoga 10 am

Yoga 10 am

Wing Night

Wing Night

SUNDAY BRUNCH

SUNDAY BRUNCH

LuNCH 11-3 PM

Water Aerobics 10 am

DINING CLOSeD

Water Aerobics 10 am

DINING CLOSeD

Water Aerobics 10 am

DINING CLOSeD

Water Aerobics 10 am

Fleet Committee Meeting

Social Committee Meeting

Wine Society 6:30 pm

Reggae Night 3 - 7 pm

Watercraft Safety Training

10 - 12 pm

Watercraft Safety Training

10 - 12 pm

Family Movie Night on the Lawn 6-8 pm

IndependenceFestivities!

5K, Parade,Great Food,

PARTY!

Seafood Feast

5pm

New Member Social 6 - 8 pm

Nighttime Navigation 8pm

SUNDAY BRUNCH

POOL PARTY& COOKOUT 11 - 3pm

Sail Fleet Team Meeting 6:30 pm

Water Aerobics 10 am

DINING CLOSeD

SUNDAY BRUNCH LuNCH 11-3 PM