June, 2011 - the Corinthian Yacht Club!

June 2011
EDITOR: P. J. HAJOS
cottage will be in place before the end of the season.
The septic system is also ready to go but for one or
two estimates from contractors to the County. Keeping fingers crossed that we will soon be under construction on that project as well.
From the
Commodore’s
Bridge
So we got the season off to a good start. A few potential members have visited with us over the past
few weeks who would make outstanding contributions to our membership and our club. We will also
be putting an ad in the St. Mary’s River Concert program and offering our initiation fee discounts in July,
August and October. If you see potential members
around the club please give them a warm Corinthian
welcome and make them feel at home. Be sure to
show them why you joined. Looking forward to seeing all of you at the club this Summer.
A
hoy Corinthians! The pool is open. The Flags
have been hoisted to cannon fire and appropriate
music and the official start of the Ridge yachting
season is underway. Many thanks to our Vice Commodore, Paula Hajos, and Rear Commodore David
Fuchs for organizing and conducting a very thoughtful and fun event. Thanks also to P/C Warren Harper
for acting as our Master of Ceremony and to P/C
Earl Waesche for delivery of the benediction. Also
thanks to our Fleet Captain, Jean Hannah, for arranging for Father John Ball from Trinity Episcopal
Church to bless our fine fleet. Finally thanks to the
Ridge American Legion Post and Martin Russell for
the excellent job conducting the raising of the flags.
Jim Tapp, Vice Commodore
703-937-7414 [email protected]
CYC Membership Meeting
June 25th @ 10:30 a.m.
Tex-Mex/Pina Event - see Flyer
Ridge, MD
During the ceremony, I recognized the past commodores that were present lead by John Krisko. The
past commodores in turn awarded a 48 star United
States flag that had flown over the old club in Washington, DC to Martin in recognition of his 50 years
of raising the flag at the Ridge location. I also recognized the veterans that were present and in particular
one that was not with us this year, Fran Krilich. As
you know Fran, who was very active in our club and
the local community, passed away in May. Fran was
a decorated Army Colonel who advised President
Eisenhower and served honorably in Europe, the US
and Vietnam. She will be missed.
Around the
Grounds
halyard on the Flag Pole was repaired, and
TheMartin
Russell once again has the flags flying.
Lots of stuff going around on campus: C Dock roof
project is underway, as is the roof repair to Cottage 2
and the updating of the wireless infrastructure.
Thanks to our Treasurer, Don Foster, we are about to
close on our loan with PNC Bank and are ready to
put the new Cottage 6 on order. With any luck both
will occur before the end of the month and the new
Additional maintenance items accomplished include:
- Ray Mercure fixed the pipe that was leaking on
the outside of the club house kitchen wall.
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- Ray replaced a piece of siding on the club
house.
- The window facing A dock, was repaired
- The window in the attic facing the water fell
out. The window frame is in bad shape; Geoff
Baumann will repair the frame. There is an ongoing investigation in regards the attic ventilation.
- The C Dock repairs are underway.
- Phil Deming is now Pool Certified, even though
he is not a local resident, in a pinch, he should
be able to help with the Pool. Ray also plans on
getting his certification in the future.
- The water line was repaired so the Boat washing
station is now open. Please avoid driving across
the center of the field where the water line is
run. This could include backing your trailer
boats into their spaces rather than “pulling
through.”
- Jeff Thompson, of Colonial Woodwrights, is
working on the back side of Cottage 2 and the
associated restrooms. The roof will be changed
to a sloped roof, vs. the current flat roof. Cottage 2 will be re-shingled and then we will start
on updating the bathrooms
- The grounds committee will be trimming the
shrubs and trees soon. I believe, overall, our
club looks really nice and I am extending a big
Thanks, to Martin Russell, Scott Russell, Ray
Mercure, Geoff Baumann, Darrell Derrington,
Dick Houchen, Chuck O'Brien, Ron and Judy
Ryland, and all CYC members who have generously helped in "Getting ‘Er Done".
#255 did their very professional job as color guard,
Paul Altman fired the cannon and Commodore Tapp
paid tribute to Fran Krilich , her wonderful career
achievements and the fact that we will all miss her
He and the other past commodores also made a special notation honoring Martin Russell for raising our
flag at this event for 50 years (well done Martin!)
And last but not least , we were especially honored
by Jim Krilich who wore his dress Army uniform to
the event, (outstanding Jim!).
The May 28th “Sinatra” event was hosted by “Chef
Geoff” Baumann our master grill chef. His team included Dick and Kathy Houchen, who were responsible for the Green Beans, Fruit Salad, Baked Potatoes, and the fabulous desserts (pineapple upside
down cake, key lime pie and two ice cream cakeshomemade). Paula Hajos led a team of impromptu
helpers to deliver broccoli with hollandaise as well
as the appetizers (those cucumber sandwiches were
excellent!). This team effort was a huge success and
demonstrated CYC’s “can do” attitude and teamwork. The bar opened at 5 pm with Jean Hannah
and Dave Fuchs bartending. Around 6 PM we got
news from Chef Geoff that dinner would be “delayed” as he was having difficulties keeping the
coals going (seems our large grill is in need of some
re-welding to fix some corrosion). He had approx.
45 half chickens on the grill and when they finally
got cooking, the juices started to put out the Fire. At
the same time the hickory chips started drying out,
and added to the flame and saved the fire. Additional charcoal and shuffling chickens around the
grill finally produced some wonderful grilled
chicken (definitely worth the wait). A big “THANK
YOU” to all who helped with the adjusted timeline
and cooking and serving duties (including, but not
limited to Dolores Derrington, Helena Licata, Edlu
& Warren Harper, Margaret Tolzman, and Elizabeth
Reisman. Mary & George Niebuhr helped with the
record keeping during the Auction and Phil Deming,
doubled as both Auctioneer and “Vanna”.
Home 301 937-4437 Cell 240 432-5504
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CYC Events
Meanwhile, returning entertainment, John Schneider
was in the Bean Room, entertaining with Sinatra
tunes and easy listening dinner music. Since dinner
was going to be late, we started the Auction. A big
THANK YOU to each member who made a donation to the auction and all the auction winners. We
T
he Flag raising…….The ceremony went off
nicely, beautiful weather , Warren Harper was
our MC , (thank you Warren ) the American Legion
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staggered arrivals/departures of the boats. Not to
worry, those arriving first just had the opportunity
for an extra beverage or two. A fun time was had by
all. Sea Witch had a bit of a problem with an engine
overheating and took a leisurely pace back, arriving
at 7:00 pm in time for a sunset swim in the newly
opened CYC pool.
had some surprise Corinthian friends join us for dinner, Marion and Doug from the Krentz Marina/Boatyard at Harry Hogan. They were particularly generous and donated a boat bottom cleaning
and painting. Don and Gloria Austring are the lucky
beneficiaries of this wonderful donation. The complete list of auction items and winners are listed at
the end of the newsletter. A big thanks goes out to
all those who lent a helping hand to support the success of this event, your help was truly appreciated.
Mary Niebuhr won $123.00 from the 50/50 drawing
and donated it back to the Heritage fund. Sadie and
Michaela Weis worked as the Corinthian clean-up
crew, and once again, we appreciate their tireless
efforts – it is a lot of dishes, silverware, glasses, pots
and pans to clean up for 60 people.
The next event is participation in the PRYCA sponsored cruise to Cobb Island on the weekend of June
17th-19th. Please email me if you plan to attend but
make your dock reservations directly through the
PRYCA website.
Also, a reminder that the Coast Guard Auxiliary will
be available on Sat., June 25 to perform safety
checks at CYC after the membership meeting.
Please email me if you wish to participate so that I
can provide them with an estimated number.
Our next event “Tex-Mex-Pina” is June 25th, hosted
by Edith Mims and Phil Deming. Edith is a Filipina
and the cuisine includes some of her specialties. Phil
hired a fantastic band, Luz de America and he will
be covering most of their costs. Last year the same
band had the whole room on the dance floor. Cerro
Grande, from Lexington Park, will cater this event.
Please respond early to the evite or use the form at
the end of the newsletter.
Membership
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Indian Head, MD 20640
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n our efforts to get the word out about our wonderful club, the membership committee (thank you to
George and Mary Niebuhr), arranged to submit an ad
into the Summer Concert Series Program for St.
Mary’s City. This is a popular, local event, and one
ad works for the entire summer in a nice color brochure that is distributed to each concert on Friday
evening. Our web site (and proximity to Woodlawn
B&B) is yielding some interest from at least one
couple who visited the club on the 28th.
Cruising
Schedule
I updated the one-page flyer that can be posted on
bulletin boards in local establishments. I will also
have the file sent in email so anyone who wants to
print and post one can do so. I handed out all the
copies I had at our recent meeting, and will try to be
sure I have more with me at every meeting.
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YC was well represented at the Shake Down
Cruise to Fitzie's Restaurant in Leonardtown on
Sunday, May 29th with 3 boats and 22 people participating (can you say “boat pooling?”). Captain
Phil Deming on the bridge of Brigantine, Captain
Paul Altman aboard Facilitator, and Captain Geoff
Baughman on the bridge of Sea Witch ferried members and their guests to the brunch and safely back to
CYC. The event spanned several hours given the
We are discussing whether to have a booth at the
Annapolis Boat Show in October. If you have an
opinion one way or the other, please let me know. If
you are willing to assist, let me know that as well.
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Suggestions regarding other possible boat shows are
under consideration as well (e.g., Washington, Chantilly, Kent Narrows). If you know of a good venue
where we can “get the word out”, please let me know
and forward the information.
B8 – 35ft x 16ft
B10 – 35ft x 16ft
B14 – Bean
C1 - 40ft x 16ft
C7 – 40ft x 16ft
C8 – 40ft x 16
Dolores Derrington
Secretary
[email protected]
703-569-2751
E4 – 40ft x 18ft
E5 – 40ft x 20ft
E6 – 40ft x 20ft
E7 – 65’ x 20ft
E8 – 65’ x 20ft
F1 - 35ft x 25ft
F2 - 35ft x 25ft
F4 – 50ft x 25ft
Reminder to members to renew the ID tag on
your boat trailer. Also, please get your hurricane
plans in place—it’s that time of year again.
All Applications for slips must be in writing.
Treasurer’s
Report
MTX LABS, INC.
Larry Marcoux
8456 Tyco Road
Vienna, VA. 22182
Measurer, [email protected]
Thank you to the generous members who have contributed to the Heritage fund, and septic funds.
As of June 1, 2011 (see meeting minutes for details):
--------redacted-----------Kathy Houchen
Dot Maslin
Karen Kaufmann
Cheryl DeSoto
Janie Murrell
Tilghman "Tim" O'Neill
Donna Boetig
P/C Tom Shier
Paula Hajos
P/C John C. Kaufmann
Margaret Krisko
Terry Kivett
Georgia E. Chase
Dan DeHart
George Niebuhr
James A. Estep, Jr.
Don Foster, Treasurer
703-978-5950 – [email protected]
Slip
Assignments
The following slips are available as of 05/29/2010:
Covered Slips
A4 - 40ft x 16ft
Covered Slips
B3 – 40ft x 16ft
B5 – Weashea
B6 – 35ft x 16ft
Open Slips
D1 – 60ft
D3
D4 – 30’
Open Slips
E2 – 40ft x 12ft
E3 – 40ft x 18ft
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the Church Hall. Another memorial service will be
held in August at St Michael's Catholic Church in
Ridge, Maryland (date to be provided later).
We ask for your continued prayers for Sue Kivett,
Pat Krisko, Bud and Nancy Schatz, Armand
Scala, the Hollowells, Elizabeth Marcoux is still
limited to Yes and No, can’t walk, or even sit up but
there is slight improvement, former member, John
Bivins. Please remember these folks in your
prayers.
Our prayers are with Jim and Michael and all of us
who knew and will miss Frances.
Fran Cipriotti is up and about, and was seen at
CYC with Chuck the weekend after Memorial Day
– great to see you both!
Colonel Frances Iacoboni, US Retired, peacefully
departed at 1216 hours on 9 May 2011 at Walter
Reed US Army Hospital in Washington DC. Her
husband, Colonel James Krilich, retired, was with
her, holding her hand and she knew he was there telling her "I love you". kissing her, lightly stroking
lightly the top of her head - and telling her again and
again "not to worry about me."
Frances' last weeks of life were characterized with
her usual bearing of dignity, respect, tenderness and
cheerfulness. Frances suffered from the effects of
Agent Orange contamination from her combat tour
in Vietnam. Frances was a 100 percent service connected disabled veteran; a female soldier of the Vietnam War - suffering from Agent Orange caused cancers.
American Legion #255 Color Guard - 2011
Her sister Margaret Iacoboni, Sgt. Michael Krilich
from Fort Richardson Alaska visited shortly before
her passing along with frequent visits of her long
time friends who also served as US Army officers,
and the special visits and blessings of the Holy Father's appointed priests within the Catholic Diocese
of Washington DC; countless prayers at multiple
levels throughout the United States; special recognition by the soldiers of the United States Army; and
over 300 cards and messages from colleagues and
friends.
Corinthian Officers – 2011
There will be Catholic masses - memorial service held at Saint Anna's Catholic Church in Leominster
Mass on 18 June at 11:00 and interment in the St
Leo's Cemetery, followed by a family reception in
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Comm. Jim Tapp, Rev. Ball, David Fuchs, R/C
Commodore, Past Commodores, Martin Russell
Rev. Ball and Jean Hannah, Fleet Capt.
Commodore, Jim Tapp – Honoring our Veterans
Paul Altman – Firing the Cannon
Jim Tapp with his Daughter and Father
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Happy Hours ☺
Dinner Party
Dinner Party
Chef Geoff grilling half chickens
Entertainer, John Schneider-Jim, Geoff
P/C Phil Deming, Auctioneer – P/C Chuck
O’Brien/”Vanna”
John Schneider, Darrell Derrington & Geoff Baumann
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Shakedown Cruise – Fitzies
Capt. Geoff Baumann w/Sea Witch Crew
Capt. Paul Altman w/Facilitator’s Crew
Jean Hannah, Fleet Capt. and Harlan Stone
Capt. Phil Deming w/Brigantine’s Crew
CYCers visiting The British Virgin Is. In May
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Commodore Remarks
Flag Raising Ceremony
May 28, 2011
Welcome to our ceremonial flag rising which signifies the official beginning of the 2011 Yachting season of the
Corinthian Yacht Club.
We are here today to celebrate the 108th year of our club and to remember those that have gone before us.
It is also a time to pause and reflect on the legion of heroes who we thank for the unmatched freedoms we
Americans enjoy today.
This year we are remembering the great struggle that divided our country 150 years ago.
Our Southern Maryland location has a rich history to contribute to those memories.
Memorial Day was officially proclaimed on May 5th, 1868 by General John Logan, the Commanding General of
the Army and first observed on May 30th, 1868 when flowers were placed on the graves of Union and Confederate soldiers at Arlington National Cemetery.
In his proclamation he noted the observance was about reconciliation; it’s about coming together to honor those
who gave there all.
After WWI… and I must add well after the formation of the Corinthian Yacht Club… the celebration took on
additional significance as a time to remember all those that gave their all in America’s conflicts.
On Memorial Day the flag is raised briskly to the top of the staff and then solemnly lowered to the half-staff
position, where it remains only until noon. We have simulated that today with the flag currently at half staff
It is then raised to full staff for the rest of the day. The half-staff position remembers the more than one million
men and women who gave their lives in service of their country.
At noon their memory is raised by the living, who resolve not to let their sacrifice be in vain, but to rise up in
their stead and continue the fight for liberty and justice for all.
For as William Havard said: “The greatest glory of a free-born people is to transmit that freedom to their children.”
People are struggling for freedom all over our globe and young Americans…our children… are in many of
those locations selflessly giving their all to aid in the pursuit of liberty in the great tradition of the United States
Military.
Their courageous contributions to the preservation of freedom serve witness to Billy Graham’s observation
about courage.
He said “Courage is contagious. When a brave man takes a stand, the spines of others are often stiffened.” Our
fine young men and women are setting the example for all of us to follow.
There are many among us who have served proudly in the past and whom I would like to recognize now. Will
all of the veterans who are among us please stand and take a step forward if you can.
I salute you.
There is one of our number who cannot stand with us today… though we know she is with us.
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It is appropriate to recognize Colonel Frances Iacoboni, United States Army, who passed away on May 9th of
this year. She was a long time member of this club, very active in local community service and a decorated service member.
During Fran’s distinguished service she was a personal advisor to then President Dwight Eisenhower as well as
to the Commanding General of the 82nd Airborne Division and the Commanding General, 7th Medical Command with oversight of nine US Army Hospitals and numerous clinics and Embassies in Europe. She served
four years as the Chief Dietitian of the US Army and she was one of the last US Army officers to be evacuated
from Saigon. Her decorations include the Legion of Merit, Bronze Star, the Meritorious Service Medal with
four oak leaf clusters and the Air Medal.
Fran’s passing reminds me of quote from and old headstone in Ireland
“Death leaves a heartache no one can heal, love leaves a memory no one can steal.”
Fran we are filled with heartache at your passing but will always have fond memories of the love you showed
us, your family and your community.
"IN DAYS PAST, TWO BELLS MARKED THE END OF THE ROUTINE DAY ABOARD A SHIP. IT WAS
TIME FOR TATOO, AND SOON, TAPS WOULD SOUND THROUGHOUT THE SHIP.
I would like to borrow from that Naval tradition to HONOR OUR DEPARTED SHIPMATES by the ringing of
the bells. LADIES AND GENTLEMEN, WOULD YOU PLEASE BOW YOUR HEADS."
"THE TOLL OF THE SHIP'S BELL REMINDS US OF THE REVERENCE WE OWE TO OUR DEPARTED
SHIPMATES;TO THOSE WHO GUARD THE HONOR OF OUR COUNTRY.........UPON THE SEA........IN
THE AIR........AND ON FOREIGN SOIL.
LET IT BE A REMINDER OF THE FAITH THEY CONFIDE IN US;
LET US WHO GATHER HERE NOT FORGET OUR OBLIGATIONS, AND IN SILENCE, BREATHE A
PRAYER FOR OUR ABSENT SHIPMATES.
LET US OFFER A SILENT PRAYER FOR OUR DEPARTED SHIPMATES. THIS MOMENT OF REVERENCE WE DEDICATE TO THE MEMORY OF OUR SHIPMATES WHO HAVE GONE BEFORE US.
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Auction Item
Cottage for a weekend
Commodore’s Room for a weekend
Vice Commodore’s Room for weekend
Rear Commodore’s Room for weekend
Opportunity to fire the Cannon – May 2012
Your boat picture being the on the cover CYC
Directory 2012
Washington Redskins Memorabilia -
Donated by
CYC
CYC
CYC
CYC
CYC
Sold to
$65 – Austring
$65 –Foster
$60 – Foster
$60 – Foster
$35 - Spangler
$50 -Tapp
D & G Austring
Chocolate & Caffeine Gift Basket
Wine Package –
Stained Glass Window Beveled Dove with Olive
Branch –
Roasted garlic cooker –
George Foreman Grill –
Chain Saw –
Nationals tickets –
Nationals tickets 4 Margarita glasses and a Pitcher made of pale
green etched glass –
Folding Exercise Bike. New, in original box.
Flowbee Hair Cutting System for man or beast.
Used once. In original box.
Plastic wash down hose and reel. Probably 25
ft. Unused.
Mr. Coffee coffee maker. 12-cup. Looks new.
Microwave. Small size for boat. Used, good
condition. In original box.
Linen Luncheon Set. Card table sized table cloth
approx 34" square and 6 napkins.
Bottom Painted/ The Boat Yard/Krentz
USS Reagan Hats
USS Reagan Hats
USS Reagan Hats
Kenny Chesney
D & G Austring
B & J Tolle
P Hajos
$70 – Carolyn/Tapp
$45 – Niebuhr
$80 – Derrington
$120 – Schrader
G & M Niebuhr
T & J Shier
T & J Shier
J Tapp
J Tapp
C Schrader
M & A Storey
M & A Storey
$2 – D Austring
$30 – Tolle
$70 – Spain
$150 – Foster
$90 – Foster
$45 Carolyn/Tapp
$25 – Niebuhr
$10 – Niebuhr
M & A Storey
$25 Spangler
M & A Storey
M & A Storey
$5 – Deming
$20 – Hajos
M & A Storey
$20 – Tapp
Doug & Marion
Tapp
Tapp
Tapp
Storey
$750 – Austring
$25 – Schrader
$25 – Niebuhr
$25 – Deming
$115 – Tapp
GRAND TOTAL: $2082
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Corinthian Yacht Club
48555 Bean Road
Ridge, MD 20680
ADDRESS CORRECTION REQUESTED
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