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A Little Bit of Heaven in 2007 — Boat with BSIBC!

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Club, and we have welcomed many new faces to the member-ship.

New Ideas New Ideas New Ideas New Ideas

Faced with this new real-ity of an al-tered land-scape, the offi-cers and the board have

set a plan in motion that is designed to re-vitalize our planned activities for next year. To help facilitate this process, we have devel-oped and taken a sur-vey of the member-

ship and put together an ad-hoc committee which has been charged with developing appro-priate recommendations to align the Club’s plans to the changed demo-graphics. Our hope and promise is that 2008 will be filled with a slate of activities that will be ex-citing and diverse enough to whet everyone’s appe-tite. It’s a plan that I think you will like.

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Speaking of change, Ei-leen and I have been privileged to experience the migration into fall from our vantage point here in Cape May Point which is at the southern

Sometime ago I recall telling the membership that I envisioned little or no reason to change much in conjunction with the Boat Club and how it operates. Things at that point were sailing along quite well from what I could see. So much for the past and my less-than-perfect fore-sight!

Change is a constant!Change is a constant!Change is a constant!Change is a constant!

Since much has changed around here in the last few years, I now believe that some level of change is desirable if we hope to sustain a high level of interest within the Club.

Let me explain. After hur-ricane Charlie swept through, significant dif-ferences began to appear in our Burnt Store Isles community and through-out Punta Gorda. The most obvious effects with respect to the Boat Club were that many long-standing members had moved elsewhere. We were left with far fewer larger-size vessels in the

tip of New Jer-sey. What a sight it has been! We have been blessed with warm, clear, blue-sky filled

days, spectacu-lar September sunsets; the beginning of the bird and

monarch butterfly migra-tions; cooling waters; and the arrival of fish heading south in the surf.

With respect to heading south, Eileen and I leave next week to return to

Punta Gorda. We are looking forward to seeing everyone and will enjoy the peace and quiet that is unique to our little slice of paradise in Burnt Store Isles. Our hope is that we will get to experi-ence fall all over again, Punta Gorda style!

Sincerely,

− Jack Leming Commodore

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eral Meeting on

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schedule for:

� Holiday/Dinner

Dance, Dec. 5

� Peace River

Lighted Boat

Parade, Dec. 8

� BSI Lighted Boat

Parade, Dec. 15

� New Year’s Eve

Celebration,

Dec. 31

�See you at the sun-

set Change of

Watch ceremony

on Jan. 16!

Boat with BSIBC!

A Little Bit of Heaven in 2007

Our hope and promise is

that 2008 will be filled

with a slate of activities

that will be exciting and

diverse enough to whet

everyone’s appetite.

UP-THE-CREEKER, NOVEMBER 2007


Since I last wrote in the UTC, I realized that there are many folks who do not have a certified boat course under their belts. As Safety Officer, I can help provide some information that would be useful to make you a more aware and knowledgeable boater. That’s not to say you do not need to exercise care, caution, and due diligence while boating. These informative articles are to help make you a better boater. Let’s start with some basics and test your knowledge.

What is a Capacity Plate?What is a Capacity Plate?What is a Capacity Plate?What is a Capacity Plate?

Most boats have capac-ity plates that inform the owner of the num-ber of passengers or weight in pounds he/she can safely carry aboard their vessels. The simple formula that’s used is L (length overall) times B (beam or width of the vessel at its widest point), di-vided by 15, which will equal the number of people you can transport. For example, if you had a 20-foot boat with an 8-foot beam and multiplied that (160) and then divided by 15 you would get 10.6 people. This does not in-clude the weight of any additional material/items (coolers, fishing gear, bait, live well capacity) in the boat which adds to its total weight thereby reducing the number of people that it could safely hold. That must by figured separately possibly reducing your 10.6 peo-ple to perhaps 9 or even 8 in order to avoid an overloaded vessel situation.

What Is Scope?What Is Scope?What Is Scope?What Is Scope?

Let’s try another. Everyone should have heard of the term “scope.” Scope is the ratio of length of an-

chor line to depth. This is calcu-lated by using the height of the vessel above the water line, plus the depth of water (figuring tide rise as well) and what type of “hook” is intended when anchor-ing. There are three hooks that are basically used. A “lunch hook” with a scope of 5-1; an “overnight hook” with a scope of 7-1; and a “heavy-weather hook” with a scope of a 10-1 in protected water. Here’s an example: If your water-line height is 3 feet to the gun-whale and the water depth is 10 feet and you are using an over-

night hook (7-1), that calculation should work out to be 13 feet (10 feet deep plus 3 feet free-board) times 7, which equals a 91-foot scope length. Sounds like a lot of line, but that’s how scope is calculated. If your tide is 2 feet,

then you need to add another 14 feet according to Chapman’s and other nautical au-thorities. Are we having fun yet?

What Vessel is Exempt?What Vessel is Exempt?What Vessel is Exempt?What Vessel is Exempt?

Under the Coast Guard’s Naviga-tion Rules, Rule 2 provides an ex-emption from the regulations (military and naval vessels are ex-empt). Do you know which mili-tary vessel is exempt from all Nav Rules? Submarines! But you will find those captains to be true pro-fessionals in the purest form. In other words even “privileged” ves-sels must still avoid collision/damage to another vessel even though he may be in the “right” and is following the Nav Rules. There is an implied shared respon-sibility by all parties that must be observed. So even though you

may be right, you could be at fault for not deviating from the rules to avoid a collision. Remember, steady bearing, closing range, and the risk of collision exists from 360 degrees around the vessel. In these cases the operator must be positive and make a decision in ample time with due regard to good seamanship. Rule 2 in spe-cial circumstances allows or au-thorizes a navigator to depart from the Nav Rules to avoid colli-sion.

What is Cavitation?What is Cavitation?What is Cavitation?What is Cavitation?

Here’s a term that is often misused in propeller-driven power vessels: cavitation. Cavitation occurs when air bubbles UNDERWATER cause irregularities on propeller friction. Ventilation is the drawing of OUT-SIDE AIR from the water’s surface to the propeller. You will hear skippers saying the boat is cavitat-(Continued on page 14)

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Published quarterly for the members of the Burnt Store Isles Boat Club (BSIBC)

Publisher Nancy Prafke Editing Team Dave Geggis Marie Geggis Pease

BSIBC OfficersBSIBC OfficersBSIBC OfficersBSIBC Officers

Commodore Jack Leming Vice Commodore and Safety Officer Tom Kasprzak Rear Commodore and Membership Frank Bichlmeier Secretary Ron Levis Treasurer Don Clark Fleet Captain Nick Hay Directors Ed Minzer Tom Murphy Frank Wiechec

BSIBC Committees/Clubs/Etc.BSIBC Committees/Clubs/Etc.BSIBC Committees/Clubs/Etc.BSIBC Committees/Clubs/Etc.

Chaplain Priscilla Gioia Fishing Club Tom Kasprzak Jeff Nilsson Garbologist Charlie Longenbarger Club Photographer Paul Bankson Social Caryl Bichlmeier Webmaster Jeff Nilsson

If you don’t already

have a Florida

“Boating Safety Edu-

cation I.D. Card, it’s

not too late. Join the

ranks of experienced

and EDUCATED

BSIBC boaters!


Annual General Membership Meeting and LuncheonAnnual General Membership Meeting and LuncheonAnnual General Membership Meeting and LuncheonAnnual General Membership Meeting and Luncheon

Join the BSIBC Officers at this important onceJoin the BSIBC Officers at this important onceJoin the BSIBC Officers at this important onceJoin the BSIBC Officers at this important once----aaaa----year event. Hear the latest about year event. Hear the latest about year event. Hear the latest about year event. Hear the latest about

BSIBC, see boating friends, and enjoy a great “Early Dinner Special!”BSIBC, see boating friends, and enjoy a great “Early Dinner Special!”BSIBC, see boating friends, and enjoy a great “Early Dinner Special!”BSIBC, see boating friends, and enjoy a great “Early Dinner Special!”

Date:Date:Date:Date: Tuesday, November 6, 2007

Location:Location:Location:Location: Isles Yacht Club

1780 Marion Avenue, Punta Gorda

Time:Time:Time:Time: 12 Noon–Social Time, 12:45–Lunch,

Meeting follows lunch

Food Food Food Food #1. Shrimp Creole with Rice

Selection:Selection:Selection:Selection: #2. Thin Sliced Roast Beef

with Wild Mushroom Sauce

#3. Chicken Marsala

Choice includes House Salad, Dessert, and Coffee or Tea

Beverages:Beverages:Beverages:Beverages: Drink tickets will be sold

Cost:Cost:Cost:Cost: $19 per person

Reservation Deadline:Reservation Deadline:Reservation Deadline:Reservation Deadline: Thursday, November 1, 2007

Please note that the deadline is the Isles Yacht Club

deadline for food order

Submit Reservations to:Submit Reservations to:Submit Reservations to:Submit Reservations to: Caryl Bichlmeier, 500 Toulouse Dr., 575-1969; or

Sue Sleight, 340 Segovia Dr., 639-3731

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General Meeting & LuncheonGeneral Meeting & LuncheonGeneral Meeting & LuncheonGeneral Meeting & Luncheon Tuesday, November 6Tuesday, November 6Tuesday, November 6Tuesday, November 6

Captain ________________________________ Food selection choice # ______

First Mate ________________________________ Food selection choice # ______

Check here if you are a new member ____ Amount enclosed ($19/person) ________

Submit Reservation Form with check payable to BSIBC by Thursday, Nov. 1, 2007 to

Caryl Bichlmeier, 500 Toulouse Dr., 575-1969; or Sue Sleight, 340 Segovia Dr., 639-3731

Nominations for 2008 Nominations for 2008 Nominations for 2008 Nominations for 2008 Commodore Jack Leming

Vice Commodore Tom Kasprzak

Rear Commodore Mark Vaivoda

Fleet Captain John Del Sasso

Secretary Ron Levis

Treasurer Don Clark

Board Member Ed Minzer

Board Member Tom Murphy

Past Commodore Frank Wiechec


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Contact:

Charlie

Longenbarger

Chief Garbologist

639-5793

mation that you want to share with the membership. I will gladly pass your input along to the rest of the Club.

− Ron Levis, Secretary

It’s that time of year again… Time to pay dues for the 2008 Club year. As you know, we use the No-vember UP-THE-CREEKER to “bill” you for next year. This saves your Club significant postage cost. Therefore, please use the renewal notice and the pre-addressed enve-lope included herein, and mail your check by December 31. Your timely response, including any changes, will make preparing the 2008 membership directory more accurate and support earlier distri-bution.

Membership StatisticsMembership StatisticsMembership StatisticsMembership Statistics

Our membership efforts over the last three months yielded only one new family and one new sin-gle membership. As we go to press with this issue, we stand at 471 members consisting of 226 family memberships and 19 single mem-berships. Check the “Welcome Mat” elsewhere in this issue.

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Thanks to all of you for informing me when you changed your Inter-net Service Provider (ISP). A major local change was Embarq DSL us-ers’ being changed from Earthlink to Embarqmail for their e-mail

service. I’m pleased to report that as of this writ-ing, I have every-one’s correct e-mail address.

As Always…As Always…As Always…As Always…

Please feel free to e-mail me at [email protected], or call me at 637-9596 with your comments, suggestions, and important infor-

Notes from the Chief ScribeNotes from the Chief ScribeNotes from the Chief ScribeNotes from the Chief Scribe

If you know of anyone in

our club who is ill, has

had or is scheduled for

surgery, or has had a

death within the

immediate family, please

contact Caryl Bichlmeier

with details.

Caryl will send an

appropriate card

from the BSIBC.

Caryl can be reached at

575-1969 or

[email protected].

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Sunshine Sunshine Sunshine Sunshine

ClubClubClubClub

Annual General Membership Meeting & Luncheon

Reservation Form (On reverse side)

Please patronize the businesses and organizations

who advertise in our BSIBC Directory.


BSIBC Christmas/Holiday Dinner DanceBSIBC Christmas/Holiday Dinner DanceBSIBC Christmas/Holiday Dinner DanceBSIBC Christmas/Holiday Dinner Dance

Featuring a scrumptious surf and turf entréeFeaturing a scrumptious surf and turf entréeFeaturing a scrumptious surf and turf entréeFeaturing a scrumptious surf and turf entrée

Back by demand will be the BSIBC NotBack by demand will be the BSIBC NotBack by demand will be the BSIBC NotBack by demand will be the BSIBC Not----forforforfor----PrimePrimePrimePrime----Time PlayersTime PlayersTime PlayersTime Players

Date:Date:Date:Date: Wednesday, December 5, 2007

Location:Location:Location:Location: Twin Isles Country Club

Time:Time:Time:Time: Cocktails and Hors d’oeuvres at 6 p.m., Dinner at 7 p.m.

Entrée:Entrée:Entrée:Entrée: Chateaubriand with Crab Stuffed Shrimp

Meal includes:Meal includes:Meal includes:Meal includes: Salad—Baby Field Green Salad with Balsamic

Vinaigrette

Accompaniments—Duchess Potato and

Chef’s Vegetable

Dessert—Holiday Sundae

Coffee, Decaf Coffee, Tea, or Iced Tea

Beverages:Beverages:Beverages:Beverages: Cash Bar

Music byMusic byMusic byMusic by: Welch’s Great Jamz

Cost:Cost:Cost:Cost: $42 per person

DressDressDressDress: Semi-formal

Reservation Deadline:Reservation Deadline:Reservation Deadline:Reservation Deadline: Monday, November 26, 2007

Submit Reservations to:Submit Reservations to:Submit Reservations to:Submit Reservations to: Priscilla Gioia, 3492 Tripoli Blvd., 639-0468; or



Christmas/Christmas/Christmas/Christmas/Holiday Dinner DanceHoliday Dinner DanceHoliday Dinner DanceHoliday Dinner Dance Wednesday, December 5Wednesday, December 5Wednesday, December 5Wednesday, December 5

Captain ________________________________

First Mate ________________________________


Parties of up to eight, bring checks together or designate party ________________________

Submit Reservation Form with check payable to B.S.I.B.C. by Monday, Nov. 26, 2007 to

Priscilla Gioia, 3492 Tripoli Blvd., 639-0468; or Sue Sleight, 340 Segovia Dr., 639-3731


‘Tween Waters‘Tween Waters‘Tween Waters‘Tween Waters Overnight Overnight Overnight Overnight CruiseCruiseCruiseCruise

Ed and Dot Minzer served as directors of the 'Tween Waters three-night cruise held August 23-26. The first night's dinner was a dock potluck, the group went to the Green Flash for dinner the next night, and as usual, the rest of the time was spent at the pool! As we all know, it is hotter than “heck” that time of year, so where else would you be? The associated lunch cruise was cancelled due lack of participation. It seems as though no one wants to make these long lunch cruises in the “rainy” season.

Rum Bay Lunch Cruise Rum Bay Lunch Cruise Rum Bay Lunch Cruise Rum Bay Lunch Cruise

A “drive only” luncheon on Sep-tember 26 was led by Ron Levis. All had a good time especially when Ed Sleight showed up with his new 34’ Sedan boat and backed in to the slip with the greatest of ease. Everybody ap-plauded his expertise!

South Seas ResortSouth Seas ResortSouth Seas ResortSouth Seas Resort

Now this is a resort! When they bring cold towels around at the

Fourth of JulyFourth of JulyFourth of JulyFourth of July

This cruise, led by your Fleet Cap-tain, was an overnighter, but sev-eral boats came in early and ex-tended their stay. There were over 100 attendees at the luncheon on the fourth, which was held at Porto Bello and included several guests from the BSI Homeowner’s Association. We were glad they could join us! The Social Commit-tee put on a outstanding event, and outdid themselves again.

Matlacha Dinner CruiseMatlacha Dinner CruiseMatlacha Dinner CruiseMatlacha Dinner Cruise

This cruise, with Linda Hay as di-rector, took place on July 16. It rained cats and dogs during din-ner and the restaurant lost power, (whoops they had to pay cash!), but a great time was had by all who attended.

Spirit of BSIBC PartySpirit of BSIBC PartySpirit of BSIBC PartySpirit of BSIBC Party

Lew and Joyce Frichette hosted us at their lovely condo building in Burnt Store Marina for another Spirit of BSIBC Party. The atten-dees swam (or should we say floated on their noodles), grilled, grazed on a wonderful buffet, sipped a few and had a great time. Thank you Frichettes!

Fleet Captain’s LogFleet Captain’s LogFleet Captain’s LogFleet Captain’s Log pool, you know you’re being pampered. Oct. 4-7, Cruise Directors Gary “Chief Broken Glasses” and Deborah Luedtke, led 13 boats to this desti-

nation BSIBC hadn’t been to since before Charley. Deborah organ-ized a first night dock-side cock-tails and dinner, followed by a wonderful grilled filet dinner on the second night. It was a wonder-ful time in a beautiful environ-ment. Let’s do this one annually!

Palm Island Overnight CruisePalm Island Overnight CruisePalm Island Overnight CruisePalm Island Overnight Cruise

Since this event will happen after the UTC goes to print, we’re ex-pecting The “Halloween” Palm Island cruise, October 25-29 hosted by Frank and Allie Weichec to be a success. Party anyone? With Halloween boat decorations on the boats, we will all be talking about the most elaborately deco-rated boat for a long time.

Ed Sleight was the director for the associated “drive only” luncheon at Leverocks on October 27; this is because Ed was already there with the “Ab-SUE-Lute Limit, that was christened while at Palm Island!

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Christmas/Holiday Dinner Dance






Peace River Lighted Boat ParadePeace River Lighted Boat ParadePeace River Lighted Boat ParadePeace River Lighted Boat Parade

Saturday, December 8Saturday, December 8Saturday, December 8Saturday, December 8

Captain _____________________________________

First Mate _____________________________________

Check here if you are a new member ___ Amount enclosed($25/person) ______

Submit Reservation Form with check payable to B.S.I.B.C. ASAP to

Karen Totten, 571 Toulouse Dr., 505-1687 or Sue Sleight, 340 Segovia Dr., 639-3731

What a holiday What a holiday What a holiday What a holiday

experience!experience!experience!experience!

18th Annual18th Annual18th Annual18th Annual

Peace River Lighted Boat ParadePeace River Lighted Boat ParadePeace River Lighted Boat ParadePeace River Lighted Boat Parade

This is your chance to join your BSIBC friends aboard the King-This is your chance to join your BSIBC friends aboard the King-This is your chance to join your BSIBC friends aboard the King-This is your chance to join your BSIBC friends aboard the King-

fisher Fleet’s Good Times II and become a parade participant. fisher Fleet’s Good Times II and become a parade participant. fisher Fleet’s Good Times II and become a parade participant. fisher Fleet’s Good Times II and become a parade participant.

Wave to the crowds cheering you along the parade route. See Wave to the crowds cheering you along the parade route. See Wave to the crowds cheering you along the parade route. See Wave to the crowds cheering you along the parade route. See

the elaborately decorated boats up close and personal!the elaborately decorated boats up close and personal!the elaborately decorated boats up close and personal!the elaborately decorated boats up close and personal!

Date:Date:Date:Date: Saturday, December 8, 2007

Location:Location:Location:Location: Kingfisher Fleet’s Dock at Fisherman’s

Village

Time:Time:Time:Time: Boarding begins at 5 p.m.

Includes:Includes:Includes:Includes: Boat ride and tip for the crew

Food (Sub Sandwiches, Potato Salad, Cole Slaw,

Pickle Tray, Deviled Eggs, Cheese Tray, and

Christmas Cookies)

Beverages:Beverages:Beverages:Beverages: Bring your own drinks

Cost:Cost:Cost:Cost: $25 per person (Your check is your reservation)

DressDressDressDress: Dress warmly

Reservation Deadline:Reservation Deadline:Reservation Deadline:Reservation Deadline: Because of the popularity

of this event, reserve your spot ASAP

before it sells out!

Submit Reservations to:Submit Reservations to:Submit Reservations to:Submit Reservations to: Karen Totten, 571 Toulouse Dr., 505-1687



Dear Fellow Boaters,

As we all know, retirement affords us an opportunity to do some travel. Although I live here full time, I will also be traveling from time to time. It was brought to my attention that there may be an ur-gent need to pay a bill when I am away. Therefore, the checkbook will be left with either the com-modore or the vice commodore, to handle these emergencies in my absence.

May we all have better weather for boating in the near future. See you at some of the events and remem-ber to visit your Ship's Store as there is now a good stock of bur-gees waiting for new owners!

Happy trails to all,

− Don Clark, Treasurer

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The First FishThe First FishThe First FishThe First Fish----Along!Along!Along!Along!

The Fishing Club conducted its first “fish-along” on September 5. Turned out to be a very enjoyable day with five members participating. All par-ticipants caught trout and a variety of other East Wall fish. The weather was great and several spots were tried. The amount of mong and weeds in the water hindered the fishing but we persisted and prevailed. Len Harris and Tom Kasprzak fished the day before at the Bokeelia flats area and finding fish proved unsuccessful. the amount of weeds in the harbor didn’t help much. The decision to fish the East Wall was made and turned out to be a good call. Thanks go out to Dennis Creigh-ton, John Dobrian, Fred Bader, and Corby Lesiege who helped me make the fish-along a reality. This concept was conceived by club members for club members and I’d call it an impressive beginning.

An OffAn OffAn OffAn Off----Shore FishShore FishShore FishShore Fish----AlongAlongAlongAlong

The first offshore fish-along was scheduled to be held on October 31, with 6 captains and 11 mates

participating. Targeted species were king and Spanish mackerel

A Member Driven ClubA Member Driven ClubA Member Driven ClubA Member Driven Club

In other news, after a vote by members present at the October meeting, it was decided that the Fishing Club will no longer par-ticipate in the "Gold Cup" tournament and will abandon the Master

Angler program due to the lack of interest. The revamping of the club and its activities con-tinues to evolve.

− Tom Kasprzak and Jeff Nils-son, Co-Moderators

Fishing Fishing Fishing Fishing ClubClubClubClub————Don’t Fish Without It!Don’t Fish Without It!Don’t Fish Without It!Don’t Fish Without It!

Don’t miss the UP-THE-CREEKER when you are out of town. Con-tact me to have it mailed to your designated alternate address.

− Ron Levis, 637-9596, [email protected]

Forward Your UTCForward Your UTCForward Your UTCForward Your UTC

Gerry Powell was entertained by Tom Kaspr-Gerry Powell was entertained by Tom Kaspr-Gerry Powell was entertained by Tom Kaspr-Gerry Powell was entertained by Tom Kaspr-

zak’s catching and releasing a 15 lb., 35zak’s catching and releasing a 15 lb., 35zak’s catching and releasing a 15 lb., 35zak’s catching and releasing a 15 lb., 35----inch inch inch inch

tarpon off his dock with a pinfish. What else tarpon off his dock with a pinfish. What else tarpon off his dock with a pinfish. What else tarpon off his dock with a pinfish. What else

lies beneath the water’s surface? Ask Tom lies beneath the water’s surface? Ask Tom lies beneath the water’s surface? Ask Tom lies beneath the water’s surface? Ask Tom

about his 50 lb. grouper catch.about his 50 lb. grouper catch.about his 50 lb. grouper catch.about his 50 lb. grouper catch.

Men and women

fisher-persons of all

skills and experi-

ence are welcome at

the Fishing Club!


New Year’s Eve Progressive Dinner CelebrationNew Year’s Eve Progressive Dinner CelebrationNew Year’s Eve Progressive Dinner CelebrationNew Year’s Eve Progressive Dinner Celebration It’s a fun evening right here in Burnt Store Isles!It’s a fun evening right here in Burnt Store Isles!It’s a fun evening right here in Burnt Store Isles!It’s a fun evening right here in Burnt Store Isles!

Date:Date:Date:Date: Monday, December 31, 2007

Time:Time:Time:Time: Cocktails 7:00–8:30 p.m.

Dinner 8:30–11:00 p.m.

Dessert 11:00 p.m.–1:00 a.m.

Hosts Needed:Hosts Needed:Hosts Needed:Hosts Needed: Cocktail Parties—Must be able to accommodate

50-60 people Dinners—Six, eight, or 10 diners per home

Dessert and New Year’s Eve Celebration—

Must be able to accommodate total group of 75 EveryoneEveryoneEveryoneEveryone Each couple, except hosts of the cocktail party, dinners, or

Must Contribute:Must Contribute:Must Contribute:Must Contribute: dessert must bring an hors d’oeuvres to the cocktail party

(6-8 servings). Items such as chips and pretzels don’t count!

Hosts of dinner will prepare beef tenderloin (provided by the Club)

and will decide who will bring a vegetable, potato, or salad.

Groupings:Groupings:Groupings:Groupings: Dinner groups will be formed by pulling names out of a hat. These

“mix and mingle” groupings are what make the evening so

much fun! When all reservations are in, guests will be notified

of their group assignments.

Dress:Dress:Dress:Dress: Nice casual

Cost:Cost:Cost:Cost: $25 per person (covers the cost of drinks, dinner meat, coffee, dessert, and

paper goods for the hosts) Reservation Deadline:Reservation Deadline:Reservation Deadline:Reservation Deadline: Friday, December 14, 2007

Submit Reservations to:Submit Reservations to:Submit Reservations to:Submit Reservations to: Dot Minzer, 3432 Tripoli Blvd., 637-7742 ;or

Sue Sleight, 340 Segovia Dr. 639-3731

Burnt Store Isles Boat Club Reservation FormBurnt Store Isles Boat Club Reservation FormBurnt Store Isles Boat Club Reservation FormBurnt Store Isles Boat Club Reservation Form New Year’s Eve Progressive Dinner Celebrat ionNew Year’s Eve Progressive Dinner Celebrat ionNew Year’s Eve Progressive Dinner Celebrat ionNew Year’s Eve Progressive Dinner Celebrat ion Monday, Dec. 31Monday, Dec. 31Monday, Dec. 31Monday, Dec. 31

Captain ___________________________________ Phone # ________________________

First Mate _________________________________


I am willing to be a host of (circle one) Cocktail Party Dinner Party End of Evening Dessert Party

Submit Reservation Form with check payable to B.S.I.B.C. by Friday, December 14, 2007 to

Dot Minzer, 3432 Tripoli Blvd., 637-7742 ; or Sue Sleight, 340 Segovia Dr. 639-3731


On Tuesday, September 18, we held the third canal clean-up of the year. We started the morning with refreshments and then made assignments for the areas to be cleaned.

Thanks go to:Thanks go to:Thanks go to:Thanks go to:

I would like to thank Jim Aveck, Fred Bader, Paul Bankson, Gary Brewster, Nevin Colver, Mike Huston, Mike Martone, Eric Munoz, and Max Reese for volun-teering their time. Thanks also to the captains who donated their boats on the day of canal clean-up. It was the first time this year we had more boats than volunteers.

Trash and TimberTrash and TimberTrash and TimberTrash and Timber

The volunteers collected approximately 110 pounds of debris from our canal system along with several pieces of lum-ber, the largest of which measured 2”x8”x20’ and another at 4”x4”x3’. A roof tile and a water- logged PFD were also recovered.

A Lovely Bunch of CoconutsA Lovely Bunch of CoconutsA Lovely Bunch of CoconutsA Lovely Bunch of Coconuts

We’re starting to experience a problem with coconuts and palm

fronds appearing in our canals. Gary and Nevin collected 68 coco-nuts and 10 fronds from their assigned location. As more people return to the area, there will be more boat traffic in our canal sys-tem making the coconuts and fronds more of a safety hazard for boaters. If you should have a palm tree that needs the fronds or coco-nuts trimmed, please make the appropriate arrangements. If you should have a neighbor who is not a boater and has a palm tree

that needs trim-ming, please ad-vise them of the safety hazard it creates for boat-ers. Thank you in advance for ad-dressing this problem.

Looking forward to seeing more volunteers and boats at the next canal clean-up!

− Charlie Longenbarger Chief Garbologist

Chief Garbologist’s ReportChief Garbologist’s ReportChief Garbologist’s ReportChief Garbologist’s Report

New Year’s Eve Progressive Dinner Celebration




This course is becoming extremely popular as members are realizing the importance of saving lives. The April class was a sell-out!

This course covers adult choking, CPR, and use of an automated external defibrillator (AED). This is a Red Cross certified course given by a Red Cross certified in-structor. To pass the course you must be able to demonstrate the skills (this means getting down on the floor and doing CPR on the mannequin) and also pass a writ-ten test. (No one fails the written test.)

The Red Cross administration fee is $5. The Boat Club picks up ex-penses for the materials. Classes fill quickly! To register, contact Eileen Leming at 637-3966 or at [email protected].

Cardiopulmonary Cardiopulmonary Cardiopulmonary Cardiopulmonary

ResuscitationResuscitationResuscitationResuscitation

(CPR) Class(CPR) Class(CPR) Class(CPR) Class

Date:Date:Date:Date: Wed., Jan 9, 1Wed., Jan 9, 1Wed., Jan 9, 1Wed., Jan 9, 1----5 p.m.5 p.m.5 p.m.5 p.m.

Reservation Deadline: Jan. 2Reservation Deadline: Jan. 2Reservation Deadline: Jan. 2Reservation Deadline: Jan. 2

Instructor: Eileen LemingInstructor: Eileen LemingInstructor: Eileen LemingInstructor: Eileen Leming

Location: 319 Segovia Dr.Location: 319 Segovia Dr.Location: 319 Segovia Dr.Location: 319 Segovia Dr.

Please consider join-

ing the BSIBC canal

clean-up crew and

help keep our canals

beautiful and safe!


“A Sunset Ceremony” “A Sunset Ceremony” “A Sunset Ceremony” “A Sunset Ceremony”

BSIBC Change of WatchBSIBC Change of WatchBSIBC Change of WatchBSIBC Change of Watch

Join your fellow Boat Club members Join your fellow Boat Club members Join your fellow Boat Club members Join your fellow Boat Club members

in a celebration and installation in a celebration and installation in a celebration and installation in a celebration and installation

of the new bridge officers for 2008of the new bridge officers for 2008of the new bridge officers for 2008of the new bridge officers for 2008

Date:Date:Date:Date: Wednesday, January 16 2008

Location:Location:Location:Location: Charlotte Harbor Yacht Club

4400 Lister Street, Port Charlotte

Time:Time:Time:Time: Cocktails 4–7 p.m.

Change of Watch Ceremony At sunset

Celebration:Celebration:Celebration:Celebration: An hors d’ouevres selection to satisfy the

hungriest of appetites

Beverages:Beverages:Beverages:Beverages: Cash Bar—Drink tickets will be sold

Cost:Cost:Cost:Cost: $22.50 per person

Reservation Deadline:Reservation Deadline:Reservation Deadline:Reservation Deadline: Wednesday, January 9, 2008

Submit Reservations to:Submit Reservations to:Submit Reservations to:Submit Reservations to: Sue Sleight, 340 Segovia Dr., 639-3731

Caryl Bichlmeier, 500 Toulouse Dr., 575-1969


BSIBC Change of WatchBSIBC Change of WatchBSIBC Change of WatchBSIBC Change of Watch Wed., Jan. 16, 2008Wed., Jan. 16, 2008Wed., Jan. 16, 2008Wed., Jan. 16, 2008

Captain ________________________________

First Mate ________________________________


Submit Reservation Form with check payable to B.S.I.B.C. by Wednesday, January 9, 2008 to

Sue Sleight, 340 Segovia Dr., 639-3731 or Caryl Bichlmeier, 500 Toulouse Dr., 575-1969


�Sport shirts

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�Cookbooks

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I am pleased to be able to address the Boat Club membership. My wife, Sheri, and I have lived in BSI for three years. I have accepted the nomination for 2008 Fleet Cap-tain and have been encouraged to get a head start on plan-ning the 2008 cruise season. To that end, I have as-sembled a small group to assist me with the planning process. We held our first meeting on October 18, and were able to select some new destinations and activities that we hope all will en-joy. I must also recognize the cur-rent leadership. They have been extremely helpful and informative to work with, and for that I am very thankful.

Kicking Off 2008Kicking Off 2008Kicking Off 2008Kicking Off 2008

Be sure to see page 16 for information about the January and February cruises. The Tarpon Lodge on Pine Island has under-gone a number of changes and offers above-average food in a beauti-ful setting. Hope you can

join us for this Valentine's Day theme cruise!

Cruise Directors NeededCruise Directors NeededCruise Directors NeededCruise Directors Needed

We are also seeking anyone inter-ested in heading up a cruise

for 2008. If you're new to boating don’t let that stand in the way. We can easily team you up with a seasoned cruise director to walk you though the responsibilities, as well as accompany you

during the cruise. Remember, new members are the lifeblood of our Club!

I can be reached at 941-726-6539 or [email protected] to discuss your interest.

− John Del Sasso, 2008 Fleet Captain nominee

2008 Fleet Captain Nominee Special Request2008 Fleet Captain Nominee Special Request2008 Fleet Captain Nominee Special Request2008 Fleet Captain Nominee Special Request

Change of Watch Sunset Ceremony




It’s that time of year when the thinking caps are on and people are trying to come up with

just the right gift for the person who has everything. Don’t forget those wonderful treas-ures you can only find at our Ship’s Store, in-cluding:

BSIBC Ship’s Store BSIBC Ship’s Store BSIBC Ship’s Store BSIBC Ship’s Store

Has Great Gifts!Has Great Gifts!Has Great Gifts!Has Great Gifts!

Don’t forget to get something for yourself, too! Shop from the convenience of

your home. Download the order form at www.bsibc.com and click on “Ship’s Store.” To place an or-der or if you have questions, con-tact Barry Gordon at 833-3338 or at [email protected]. Wear your BSIBC spirit!

Join in the fun by

leading a boating

event in 2008.

We’ve got new

things planned!

John Del Sasso, John Del Sasso, John Del Sasso, John Del Sasso,

the 2008 Fleet the 2008 Fleet the 2008 Fleet the 2008 Fleet

Captain nominee, Captain nominee, Captain nominee, Captain nominee,

has many creative has many creative has many creative has many creative

ideas for our 2008 ideas for our 2008 ideas for our 2008 ideas for our 2008

waterwaterwaterwater----based based based based

schedule! Call or schedule! Call or schedule! Call or schedule! Call or

eeee----mail John and mail John and mail John and mail John and

let him know you let him know you let him know you let him know you

want to help!want to help!want to help!want to help!



Prom NightProm NightProm NightProm Night————Sunday, February 10, 2008Sunday, February 10, 2008Sunday, February 10, 2008Sunday, February 10, 2008 Captain _______________________________________

First Mate _______________________________________


Parties of up to eight, bring checks together or designate party_______________________

Submit Reservation Form with check payable to BSIBC by Friday, February 1, to

Sue Sleight, 340 Segovia Dr., 639-3731; or Caryl Bichlmeier, 500 Toulouse Dr., 575-1969

““““Prom Night”Prom Night”Prom Night”Prom Night”

It’s a first ever for BSIBC! Come experience a retro It’s a first ever for BSIBC! Come experience a retro It’s a first ever for BSIBC! Come experience a retro It’s a first ever for BSIBC! Come experience a retro

blast and Boogie to your favorite tunes from the ‘50s, blast and Boogie to your favorite tunes from the ‘50s, blast and Boogie to your favorite tunes from the ‘50s, blast and Boogie to your favorite tunes from the ‘50s,

‘60s and ‘70s and relive one of life’s favorite passages.‘60s and ‘70s and relive one of life’s favorite passages.‘60s and ‘70s and relive one of life’s favorite passages.‘60s and ‘70s and relive one of life’s favorite passages.

DateDateDateDate:::: Sunday, February 10, 2008

LocationLocationLocationLocation:::: Twin Isles Country Club

Time:Time:Time:Time: 6 p.m. Cocktails 7 p.m. Dinner

Prom Prom Prom Prom House Salad with Choice of Dressing

Cuisine:Cuisine:Cuisine:Cuisine: Rolls and Butter

An Entrée Buffet (Chicken Picatta, Baked Salmon, Shrimp Stir Fry with

Jasmine Rice, Lasagna, Carved Roast Sirloin of Beef, and Vegetable Medley)

Apple Strudel a la Mode, Coffee and Tea

Cash BarCash BarCash BarCash Bar:::: Are you old enough to drink the good stuff???

MusicMusicMusicMusic:::: The ever popular Welch’s Great Jamz (in prom attire)

Suggested Suggested Suggested Suggested Dressy casual or better yet, wear your tackiest prom attire to party

DressDressDressDress: : : : in style! Whose outfit will get them the most votes for King and

Queen? This is going to be a wild and crazy night!

CostCostCostCost:::: $30 per person

Reservation DeadlineReservation DeadlineReservation DeadlineReservation Deadline:::: Friday, February 1, 2008

Submit Reservations to:Submit Reservations to:Submit Reservations to:Submit Reservations to: Sue Sleight, 340 Segovia Dr., 639-3731; or

(max. table size—8) Caryl Bichlmeier, 500 Toulouse Dr., 575-1969


Upcoming AdventuresUpcoming AdventuresUpcoming AdventuresUpcoming Adventures

Several more events in November and December will round out the year:

NavNavNavNav----AAAA----Gator Lunch Cruise Gator Lunch Cruise Gator Lunch Cruise Gator Lunch Cruise ———— This lunch cruise on November 20 will be hosted by Jeff Nilsson. This one is limited to small boats, because of “skinny” water. Talk to Jeff for specific information on this one.

The Fishery Lunch CruiseThe Fishery Lunch CruiseThe Fishery Lunch CruiseThe Fishery Lunch Cruise

Hosted by Richard and Geri Coates, will now be held on Dec. 1. This is a perennial favorite with great food.

BSI Lighted Boat ParadeBSI Lighted Boat ParadeBSI Lighted Boat ParadeBSI Lighted Boat Parade

Finally, Tom Kasprzak and I will be hosting the BSI Canal Lighted Boat Parade on Dec. 15. This is a fun event that stays in our own neighborhood. We get to decorate our boats and be cheered on by our neighbors, while we enjoy their home and canal decorations.

− Nick Hay, Fleet Captain

(Continued from page 6)

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and help your skipper be even bet-ter. Who knows? An illness or in-jury may put you in charge of get-ting your skipper home safely us-ing your nautical skills. If you have none or only know that “this is the key and you push this thing to go forward,” it won’t work.

Are You a Safe Operator?Are You a Safe Operator?Are You a Safe Operator?Are You a Safe Operator?

A safe operator understands his/her vessel, surroundings, and has an instinctive feel for what the boat is going to do given the exist-

ing conditions.

I hope this helps and I’ll do my best to con-tinue to provide inter-esting, educational, and yes, even boring

stuff regarding what being a good skipper is all about. Practice and time on the water with someone who knows is the best teaching aide possible. Take the wheel and ask questions. It’s fun and will provide you with confidence and pride as well.

Live long and prosper,

− Tom Kasprzak, Vice Commo-dore and Safety Officer

ing when actually the vessel is ventilating. Nicks in your propel-ler, if substantial enough, can cause lower unit failure.

What is a Safe Speed?What is a Safe Speed?What is a Safe Speed?What is a Safe Speed?

What is a safe speed for your ves-sel? There are considerations that must be taken into account. Visi-bility, traffic density, maneuver-ability, background light, wind, sea conditions, and draft, are the primary determining factors in operating at a safe speed.

Each vessel is required by the Nav Rules to maintain a proper lookout at ALL times by sight and heading. The lookout doesn’t have to be the captain but usually is. That’s when a good first mate is awfully handy with an-other pair of eyes watching out for the unexpected. Mary Will con-ducts a First Mates’ class for BSIBC members that offers a first-class opportunity to learn how to oper-ate a vessel for those with little experience. I hope we have a bet-ter response next year when her course is offered. Please sign up

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Prom Night




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It’s a beautiful sight and a great time! Only navigation lights are required. Come along and join the fun! Decorate your boat and join in the spirit of the festivities. Don’t forget to decorate your crew, too, and celebrate in style!

Join in this annual tradition and parade through the Burnt Store Isles canals. View the canal-side decorations at their best as they shimmer in the water. Boats will rendezvous as it gets dark. Starting point to be determined based on the number of boats participating.

If you’re not a boater, this is your chance to decorate your home canal-side and party dock-side. The parade route will be announced for your planning purposes.

BSI Lighted Boat BSI Lighted Boat BSI Lighted Boat BSI Lighted Boat

ParadeParadeParadeParade


SignSignSignSign----Up Deadline: Up Deadline: Up Deadline: Up Deadline:

Thursday, December 13

Cruise Director: Cruise Director: Cruise Director: Cruise Director:

Nick Hay/Tom Kasprzak 575-2104/661-0580 (cell) [email protected]

Skippers’ Meeting:Skippers’ Meeting:Skippers’ Meeting:Skippers’ Meeting:

Sat., Dec. 15 at 10 a.m. 353 Segovia Dr.

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The Fishery Restaurant is a very popular destination point on the BSIBC’s lunch cruise schedule. It is old Florida-style waterfront dining on beautiful and scenic

Gasparilla Sound. A cash bar is available. We’ll order from the menu, also available on the Fishery’s website: http://www.sunstate.com/fishery. The Margaret Albritton Gallery next door is a very popular stop after lunch.

Come by water or come by land! By water, call Richard Coates with the name of your boat, length, and number of passengers by Nov. 24. Docking space is limited so please buddy up if possible to ensure that we have ample room. By car, also call Richard for reservations and number of people by Nov. 24. Driving directions: Rt. 41 north to Rt. 776. Turn left. Go to Rt. 771. Turn left and follow 771 several miles to the sharp right turn. The Fishery entrance is on the left side at about the middle of the turn (follow sign). Be there by 11:30 a.m.


Reservation Deadline: Reservation Deadline: Reservation Deadline: Reservation Deadline:

Saturday, November 24


Richard and Geri Coates 575-1881 [email protected]


Fri., Nov 30 at 10 a.m. 502 Macedonia Dr.

The FisheryThe FisheryThe FisheryThe Fishery

Lunch CruiseLunch CruiseLunch CruiseLunch Cruise

The Nav-A-Gator Grill is an "old Florida" fishcamp style restaurant. Located just 3 miles east of I-75 just off of Kings Highway in Lake Suzy, FL. With a diverse menu—Super Grouper, gator tail, shrimp, chicken, burgers, conch, duck, and even peanut butter and jelly sandwiches—there’s something to please every palate.

Come by boat or car! This is a great luncheon place and we always have a good time. Boats must be 25 feet or under. This marina caters to fishermen and families who enjoy nature. Canoes and kayaks as well as boats are welcome.

NavNavNavNav----AAAA----GatorGatorGatorGator


Tuesday, November 20Tuesday, November 20Tuesday, November 20Tuesday, November 20


Tuesday, November 13


Jeff Nilsson 637-5794 [email protected]


Mon., Nov. 19 at 10 a.m. 3632 S. Crete Dr.


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“Annual” BSI Lighted Boat Parade




TheTheTheThe Mat is Out!Mat is Out!Mat is Out!Mat is Out!

NEW MEMBERSNEW MEMBERSNEW MEMBERSNEW MEMBERS

(Since the Aug. UTC)(Since the Aug. UTC)(Since the Aug. UTC)(Since the Aug. UTC)

We’re starting out 2008 with our first lunch cruise go-ing to one of BSIBC’s favorite places. Join Cruise Direc-tor Bill Bareither and First Mate Sue on an excursion down to Burnt Store Marina. Lunch at Porto Bello is always a delightful time. Can’t you picture their terrific sandwiches now? We’ll be dining on the patio if the weather is nice.

There will be a skippers’ meeting at 10 a.m. on Mon-day, January 21, at 3530 Mondovi Ct. in back at the pool if the weather cooperates. Otherwise, it will be inside Unit 122.

Everyone is welcome to come by boat or by car. Reser-vations are required no matter which method of transportation you choose. Lunch will be at 11:30 a.m. Porto Bello is located in the Burnt Store Marina at 3200 Matecumbe Key Road.

Burnt StoreBurnt StoreBurnt StoreBurnt Store————Porto Porto Porto Porto

Bello Lunch CruiseBello Lunch CruiseBello Lunch CruiseBello Lunch Cruise

Tuesday, January 22, 2008Tuesday, January 22, 2008Tuesday, January 22, 2008Tuesday, January 22, 2008


Wednesday, January 16


Bill Bareither 637-9473 [email protected]


Mon., Jan. 21 at 10 a.m. See information to left

Relax while experiencing the "Old World" charm of the 1926 historic Tarpon Lodge on Pine Island, nestled against Florida's pristine southwest coast. Enjoy the panoramic wa-terfront views and the four-star restaurant. Come by water or come by land!

Make sure to arrive at 11:30 for this spe-cial Valentine-themed event. The prix-fixe menu, $16.00 per person, includes a choice of a luncheon salad, catch of the day, or a soup and salad combination along with a non-alcoholic beverage. If you are arriving by boat, the channel into Tarpon Lodge is 36” at mean low tide and it looks as though mid-day might give us another foot or so. Their website at www.tarponlodge.com provides more information including driving directions.

Tuesday, February 12, 2008Tuesday, February 12, 2008Tuesday, February 12, 2008Tuesday, February 12, 2008


Tuesday, February 5


Jeff Nilsson 637-5794 [email protected]


Mon., Feb. 11 at 10 a.m. 3632 S. Crete Dr.

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Voted “Best Kept Voted “Best Kept Voted “Best Kept Voted “Best Kept

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haven’t been haven’t been haven’t been haven’t been

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then you are then you are then you are then you are

missing some-missing some-missing some-missing some-

thing. You don’t thing. You don’t thing. You don’t thing. You don’t

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lunch cruise!lunch cruise!lunch cruise!lunch cruise!

Anderson 639-1035

Susan

3818 Tripoli Blvd [email protected]

Mabie 575-9591 No Name

Ken & Cathy 941-851-7000

3578 Tripoli Blvd [email protected]

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Grandma’s Attic is a very valuable registry that BSIBC members can call upon to borrow things for visiting children on a short-term basis (baby carriages, playpens, highchairs, toddler bikes, etc.). When in need of an item you can call Grandma, and she will search the registry and pro-vide you with appropriate information on who has the desired item. If you have items which are suitable and would be willing to participate, please contact Grandma and let her know. Who’s your Grandma? Why, it’s none other than Teddy Gudis. You can reach Teddy at 575-0096 or e-mail: [email protected].

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In the previous UTC, I wrote an article about mnemonics relating to the right of way a vessel has based on the type of vessel it is. I thought I’d try another one that is used primarily in what I call “night ops.” I’m planning to lead a “night ops” in the future but for now here’s a mnemonic for lights required after sunset for vessels that are under way, making way and may be involved in a specific activity.

If you’re out there at night and you see these lights you will know what that vessel is and what it’s doing. There are many rules in addi-tion to lighting that are very involved and tech-nical. For our purposes here in Charlotte Har-bor and surrounding waterways, I won’t make you suffer through that. Yet!

In our recreational boats, we display a red port light (112.5 degrees), a green starboard light (112.5 degrees), and a white stern light (135 degrees), equaling 360 degrees. Rule 23 states that an all-around stern light (360 degrees) is required for vessels less than 12 meters in length. If a boat is crossing in front of you at night and you see their red light, just like on the street, they have the right of way.

If you would like to print this in color, go to www.bsibc.com and click on UTC.

Live long and Prosper,

− Tom Kasprzak, Vice-Commodore and Safety Officer

A “Mnemonic” to Remember “Night Operations”A “Mnemonic” to Remember “Night Operations”A “Mnemonic” to Remember “Night Operations”A “Mnemonic” to Remember “Night Operations”

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Red over greenRed over greenRed over greenRed over green Sailing machine.

Red over whiteRed over whiteRed over whiteRed over white Fishing at night.

Green over whiteGreen over whiteGreen over whiteGreen over white Trawling at night.

White over redWhite over redWhite over redWhite over red Pilot ahead (Pilot vessels are those that lead larger commercial vessels into harbors or ports and have ex-tensive local knowledge of moor-ings, anchorages, channels, and usually operate those vessels into port).

Yellow over whiteYellow over whiteYellow over whiteYellow over white Towing at night.

Red over redRed over redRed over redRed over red The Captain is dead. Actually, he may not be dead, but he is classify-ing his vessel as one that is “Not Under Command.” And as we dis-cussed last time, he is next to the top of the food chain when it comes to right of way and has “privileged vessel” status.

Red over red over redRed over red over redRed over red over redRed over red over red Vessel is aground.

Red over white over redRed over white over redRed over white over redRed over white over red Vessel has “Restricted Ability to Maneuver” and may be involved in performing its intended function (buoy tenders, minesweepers).

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Lynn Stanley & Bill Klarik

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Maggie & Bill Lacey

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Donna &

Claire Phelen

Dav Jack & Kay Mooney

Jeff & Joanne Ziemer

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Carol & Tom Murphy

Paul & Kathy Williamson Pam & Jon Lawler Mary Lou & Duke Du Casse

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Audrey & Doug Young Bill & Vaunnie Westfall Brian & Dana Flannery Belle Samuels & Howard El-

Lew & Joyce Frichette

George Guttschalk

Mary Murphy

Frank Wiechec

Tom Murphy

Bob Pepsny

Jo Ann & Tom

Geri & Richard Coates

Kathy & Bill Williamson

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ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING LUNCHEONANNUAL GENERAL MEETING LUNCHEONANNUAL GENERAL MEETING LUNCHEONANNUAL GENERAL MEETING LUNCHEON Tues., Nov. 6 Caryl Bichlmeier Sue Sleight

575-1969

639-3731

Thurs., Nov. 1

FISHING CLUB MEETINGFISHING CLUB MEETINGFISHING CLUB MEETINGFISHING CLUB MEETING Mon., Nov. 12 Tom Kasprzak Jeff Nilsson

941-240-2699 637-5794

N/A

BSI CMAC MEETINGBSI CMAC MEETINGBSI CMAC MEETINGBSI CMAC MEETING Mon., Nov. 12 Joe Gil 505-2166 N/A

NAVNAVNAVNAV----AAAA----GATOR LUNCH CRUISEGATOR LUNCH CRUISEGATOR LUNCH CRUISEGATOR LUNCH CRUISE Tues., Nov. 20 Jeff Nilsson 637-5794 Tues., Nov. 13

FISHERY LUNCH CRUISEFISHERY LUNCH CRUISEFISHERY LUNCH CRUISEFISHERY LUNCH CRUISE Sat., Dec. 1 Richard and Geri Coates

575-1881 Sat., Nov. 24

CANAL CLEANCANAL CLEANCANAL CLEANCANAL CLEAN----UPUPUPUP Tues., Dec. 4 Charlie Longenbarger 639-5793 Mon., Dec. 3

CHRISTMAS/HOLIDAY DINNER DANCECHRISTMAS/HOLIDAY DINNER DANCECHRISTMAS/HOLIDAY DINNER DANCECHRISTMAS/HOLIDAY DINNER DANCE Wed., Dec. 5 Priscilla Gioia Sue Sleight

639-0468 639-3731

Mon., Nov. 26

PEACE RIVER LIGHTED BOAT PARADEPEACE RIVER LIGHTED BOAT PARADEPEACE RIVER LIGHTED BOAT PARADEPEACE RIVER LIGHTED BOAT PARADE Sat., Dec. 8 Karen Totten Sue Sleight

505-1687 639-3731

ASAP

BSI CMAC MEETINGBSI CMAC MEETINGBSI CMAC MEETINGBSI CMAC MEETING Mon., Dec. 10 Joe Gil 505-2166 N/A

BSI LIGHTED BOAT PARBSI LIGHTED BOAT PARBSI LIGHTED BOAT PARBSI LIGHTED BOAT PARADEADEADEADE Sat., Dec. 15 Nick Hay Tom Kasprzak

575-2104 661-0580

Thurs., Dec. 13

NEW YEAR’S EVE NEW YEAR’S EVE NEW YEAR’S EVE NEW YEAR’S EVE

PROGRESSIVE DINNER CPROGRESSIVE DINNER CPROGRESSIVE DINNER CPROGRESSIVE DINNER CELEBRATIONELEBRATIONELEBRATIONELEBRATION

Mon., Dec. 31 Dot Minzer Sue Sleight

637-7742 639-3731

Fri., Dec. 14

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Sun., Dec. 31

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BSI CMAC MEETINGBSI CMAC MEETINGBSI CMAC MEETINGBSI CMAC MEETING Mon., Jan. 14 Joe Gil 505-2166 N/A

CHANGE OF WATCH SUNSCHANGE OF WATCH SUNSCHANGE OF WATCH SUNSCHANGE OF WATCH SUNSET CEREMONYET CEREMONYET CEREMONYET CEREMONY Wed., Jan. 16 Sue Sleight Caryl Bichlmeier

639-3731 575-1969

Wed., Jan. 9

BURNT STORE MARINA LBURNT STORE MARINA LBURNT STORE MARINA LBURNT STORE MARINA LUNCH CRUISEUNCH CRUISEUNCH CRUISEUNCH CRUISE Tues., Jan. 22 Bill and Sue Bareither 637-9473 Wed., Jan. 16

FISHING CLUB MEETINGFISHING CLUB MEETINGFISHING CLUB MEETINGFISHING CLUB MEETING Mon., Feb. 11 Tom Kasprzak Jeff Nilsson

941-240-2699 637-5794

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BSI CMAC MEETINGBSI CMAC MEETINGBSI CMAC MEETINGBSI CMAC MEETING Mon., Feb. 11 Joe Gil 505-2166 N/A

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Tues., Feb. 12 Jeff Nilsson 637-5794 Tues., Feb. 5

FISHING CLUB MEETINGFISHING CLUB MEETINGFISHING CLUB MEETINGFISHING CLUB MEETING Mon., Jan. 14 Tom Kasprzak Jeff Nilsson

941-240-2699 637-5794

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Boat Club, Inc.Boat Club, Inc.Boat Club, Inc.Boat Club, Inc. The State of Florida has numerous benchmarks upon which boating safety is measured. The follow-ing graphs depict the for-mal boating safety educa-tion for operators in-volved in both boating accidents in general and those resulting in at least one fatality during 2005.

In fact, boat operators in-volved in boating accidents are most often older adults (36 years of age and older), have more than 100 hours of boat operation experi-ence, and have no formal boating safety education.

Source: http://www.myfwc.com/commission/2006/Sept/Presentations/BoatingSafetyEducation81706.pdf

The Punta Gorda Boaters Alliance wants all local boat clubs to establish that the

boaters in this area are among Florida’s best trained and most knowl-edgeable in the state. As a result, Commodore Jack Leming asked to have a list compiled of BSIBC boat operators who have re-

ceived formal training in the safe handling of boats.

E-mails were sent out and to those of you who responded, I extend my thanks. The tally so far is that 60 of our ap-

proximately 470 members have been certified in basic and/or advanced courses, equaling about 12.7 percent. I would have guessed more. Once again, I ask that those of you who have not at-tended any boating safety classes to please do so. You will be glad you did.

− Tom Kasprzak, Vice Commodore and Safety Officer

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