Summer 2012 - Bayview Yacht Club

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BURGEE
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The official publication
of Bayview Yacht Club
Summer 2012
“As with any event of this magnitude,
our sponsors are paramount to its
success, and this year is no different.”
012 marks the 88th run-
Contents
1 Commodore’s Message
3 Race Chairperson’s Message
4 Governor’s Message
5 Congresswoman’s Message
6 Mayor of Port Huron’s Message
7 United States Sailing Association Message
8 Straits of Mackinac Society
9 2012 Race Committee
10 Society of Mackinac Island Old Goats
12 Double Goats and Grand Rams
13 Bayview Yacht Club Foundation
14 2011 Bell’s Beer Bayview Mackinac
Race Winners Awards and Trophies
16 2011 Flag Presentations
20 Keeping Our Witz About Us - Jonathan Witz
22 Discovering Port Huron
24 Show Us Your Bell’s
26 2012 Race Course Map
27-54 Yacht Showcase Special Section
39, 42Out & About Mackinac Island
40-41Blue Water Festival
56 Grand Hotel’s 125th Anniversary Celebration
59The Griffon, from the “Haunts of Mackinac”
60 Gretchen Dorian Photographs
63 In a League of Our Own, or ...
Mike & Frank’s Excellent Adventure!
66 Charleston Race Week
70 WOWing It Up - Women on Water
72 Bernida - Restored to Sail Again
77 Boat Match Race
78 Race Puzzles
80 Race Puzzle Answers
Publisher: Bayview Yacht Club
Publications Chair
Com. Gregory I. Thomas
General Manager
Mark D. Steffke
Assistant Manager
Kerrie Barno
[email protected]
Frontier 3 Advertising
15127 Kercheval
Grosse Pointe Park, MI
48230
(313) 347-0333
www.frontier3.com
Commodore Jeff Henderson
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Cover
Natalie J
Owner: Commodore
Philip D. O’Niel III, DDS
Winner of the 2010 and
2011 BYC Division I Overall
IRC Mackinac Races and
the 2011 Clark-DeRoy
Trophy Winner for Best
Corrected Time in both the
Bayview Mackinac Race
and the Chicago to
Mackinac Race
100 Clairpointe
Detroit, MI 48215
(313) 822-1853
Fax: (313) 822-8020
Email: [email protected] www.byc.com
COMMODORE’S
MESSAGE
Advertising Director
Eric Turin
[email protected]
Art Direction/Design
Lynne Wayne
[email protected]
ning of the Bayview to Mackinac
Race. This year, it’s the “Bell’s Beer
Bayview to Mackinac Race.” On behalf
of the membership of Bayview Yacht
Club and the Board of Governors, we
welcome all returning and first time
sailors, families, friends, and fans to our
jewel of July. Lake Huron
and this race have tested
sailors, from the first timer
to the seasoned “Old Goat,”
on their seamanship skills,
endurance and team work.
Sailing is no longer the
Sport of Kings. Our racers come from all
walks of life and water is a great equalizer
of people.
This great race continues to attract
sailors and boats from around the world.
Our “Yellow Brick” race tracking has
opened our race up to worldwide viewing, making this race not only a Michigan tradition and family event, but also
an international event that attracts over
a hundred thousand people in the form
of spectators and race participants, not
counting the half a million web hits.
We would like to thank the City of
Port Huron for continuing to recognize
the economic impact our race has for the
community and structuring the weeklong Blue Water Fest to enhance our
event. We would further like to thank
the City of Mackinac Island and all the
people from the workers to the residents who make our annual trek up the
lake memorable and “truly somewhere
in time.”
As with any event of this magnitude, our sponsors are paramount to its
success, and this year is no different. To
our title sponsor, Larry Bell, and Bell’s
Beer, thank you for signing a three-year
contract; it gives us stability. To Yellow Brick Tracking: your multi-year
deal will ensure our families and
friends have a bird’s eye view of the
race. This year, we are excited to welcome aboard our newest sponsor, The
Grand Hotel, who has signed a multiyear deal: this will be the new home
of our world-famous Mackinac Island
Party. Thanks to Acura Car Company,
Line Honors-Yacht Racing Outfitters and
Soaring Eagle Casino and Resort. A special mention to our returning sponsors,
Doyle Sails, always a strong supporter of
sailors, Flame Furnace, Gary Marowske
and his team, and Sheplers
Ferry, the official line to
Mackinac Island. Bayview
Yacht Club members, the
Board of Governors and I
thank you and appreciate
your sponsorship and support. May you
be supported through your affiliation
with Bayview Yacht Club!
Bayview Yacht Club is known for
exciting events and this year is no
different. On June 30, Bayview
Yacht Club will be holding a Mackinac Race Charity Night and Preview
Party: this event will run in conjunction with the annual Summer Party,
and we hope to raise $50,000 for
local charities while highlighting the
race. This inaugural event will be a
night to remember. Also, this year we
are again participating in the Pro Team
Challenge: four boats will be randomly
selected to represent the Detroit Lions,
Detroit Tigers, Detroit Red Wings and
The Pistons. The winning boat will be
honored at a game, and outfitted with
team merchandise
At Bayview Yacht Club, the racing
and the fun never stop, as we pride ourselves on many events both on and off the
water throughout the year. Please check
out our web page at www.byc.com for
calendar dates and events.
To the winners of the Bell’s Beer
Bayview to Mackinac race, we will see
you in September at the awards dinner. To
all of you, I look forward to seeing you in
Port Huron on the race course or on the
island. To all sailors, good luck sail, fast
and sail safe.
Commodore
Jeffrey A. Henderson Sr.
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the summer Burgee, our official Race Program. I wrote about
how important the Mackinac Race was to me, and how that
had compelled me to volunteer to take its helm. I speculated
that, somewhere, there was a bright-eyed boy who would
someday take its reins.
I was right. I have met that boy. I don’t know who he is
yet, but I know he is there. Bayview Yacht Club is full of
candidates, from the youngsters in the Junior Sailing program, the legacy children who race because that is what their
families have always done, or the new members who came
in through the “Learn to Sail” program. We have college AllAmericans, Olympic participants, America’s Cup sailors and
even a Rolex Yachtsmen of the Year. Someday, more than
one of them will become Mackinac Race Chairmen. They
will do this because this race is compelling, competitive, creates so many fine memories for our participants and fans, and
deserving of the attention the chairman is required to give.
Let me take this opportunity to welcome you all to this
extraordinary event, and to thank the many volunteers and
sponsors who make it possible. And let me also thank that
boy, who I know will do a marvelous job.•
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M e ssag e Fr o m th e U nit ed S tat e s Sai ling A ss o ciati o n
Gary Jobson
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S t r aits o f M ackinac So ci e ty
T
he Straits of Mackinac Society was founded by Bayview Yacht Club to honor all
Mackinac Race Committee personnel who served with untiring dedication for 15
years to Bayview and the sailing fraternity. Without their efforts there would not be a
starting cannon, or any race at all.
Known as “Old Forts,” we thank the many men and women who deserve the proper
recognition by honoring them with membership in the Straits of Mackinac Society.•
Barbette Y. Balcirak
Mary Brieden
Com. Ralph M. Burton
Virginia Burton
Michael Ciaramitaro
John R. Colquhoun
Mary Cunningham
Joseph Dallaire
Com. C. Jay Deeds
Marcia Everingham
Com. Ted Everingham
Bob Filiatrault
George E. Gerow
Dave Gilbert
Sylvia Graham
Com. Peter R. Griffin
Ray Hickner
Todd Hughes
Patti Kommel
Mary Lynn Konechne
Dean M. Koppin
Anne Lawson
Carl T. Mowers
JoAnn Niederoest
Com. Rob Niederoest
Dee Otenbaker
Com. John Pappas
Michael Peash
Charles. J. Reader Jr.
Karen Rumptz
Com. Tim Rumptz
Quentin B. Sickles
Gerald Smigelski
Betty Smith
Dave Smith
Gordon W. Smith
Lee Smith
Patricia A. Smith
Grant Stark
Majorie Stark
In Memorium
Com. Stuart W. Argo
Richard H. Bridge
Patricia Carollo
Alee J. Chapman
Bud Harrison
Calvin Hughes
C. Ronald Johnston
Frank J. Kerwin
Frank McBride
Com. Fredrick B. McGregor
Gerald K. Otenbaker
Com. James Schudel
Lois Sheridan
Robert C. Sheridan
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Com. Lynn G. Stedman Jr.
Com. Joseph E. Tapert
John Thompson
Brad Tooman
Ed Weiler
Com. William Wiard
Mark Stark
Bill Stetson
Michael J. Tapert
Ed Theisen Jr.
Com. Michael A. Thompson
Lois Trost
Com. John R. Werthmann
Bob White
Don Wood
Claude Worden
2012 Race Co mmitt ee
A dminist r ati o n
Chairperson 2012: Com. Greg Thomas
Assistant to the Chairperson: Kerrie Barno
Principle Race Officer: Tricia Smotherman
Deputy Principle Race Officer: Brian Keith
Carl Bihlmeyer
Chairperson 2014: Art Levasseur
Chairperson 2013:
Rules and Measurment
Carl Bilmeyer
Art LeVasseur
Inspection Committee
Chairperson: Chuck Dennis
Vicki Biggers
Bernard Carrol
Debra Christy
Bill Jenkins
Brian Keith
Howard Keys
Wendy Keys
Richard Kollar
Bob Lenhard
Flo Sears
Bob Smith
Robert Stackpoole
Chuck Dennis
Information &
Communication
Chairperson: Ann Lawson
Michele Adams
Mary Dees
Debbie Griffith
Ray Hickner
Brian Hickner
Judy Morlan
Toni Pilzner
Barbara Samra
Glory Schappe
Claudia Vanderbeke
Marjorie Stark
Finish Line Shift 1
Watch Captain, Line Judge/Gunner: Paul Krietsch
Deputy Watch Captain/Spotter:
Mark Harris
Spotter: Cynthia Harris
Spotter/PR: David Mattingly
Recorders: Denise Cotter, Karen Fink,
Mary Ann Maier
Line Judge: Jeff Maier
Computer/Tracker: Dennis Cotter
Computer: Tristan Cotter
Timer: Judy Krietsch
Radio: Dee Otenbaker
Gunner: Laird Spencer
Finish Line Shift Two
Watch Captains: Paul Reader,
Chuck Reader
Line Judge: Linda Rosiek
Spotters: Norm Samra, David E.
Doss Sr., Tara Bratton, Dan Shack, Linda Evo
Computer: Joanne Niederoest
Radio: Joanne Stellingwerf
Timer: Judy Redmann
Finish Line Shift 3
Watch Captain: Patti Kommel
Alt. Watch Captain/Radio: Blair Krueger
Gunner: Keith Kreuger
Spotter: Eric Kommel
Spotlt/Spotter: Tim Hilliard
Line Judge: Megan Farrell
Principle Recorder/Timer: Linda E. Johnson
Recorders: Judy Soutar, Colleen Turek
Newbie: Kyle Kreugar
Board of Governors
Watch One Personnel
Watch Captain/Line Judge/Gunner:
Starting Line Port Huron
Paul Krietsch
Signal Boat: Off the Grid - Bob Rader
Deputy Watch Captain/Spotter: Mark Harris
Leeward Start Line Boat: Just Because Spotter: Cynthia Harris
Jim Limbright
Recorders: Denise Cotter, Karen Fink,
Press Boats: Mack the Knife - Dr. Larry
Mary Ann Maier, Jeff Mairer
Stephenson
Computer/Tracker: Dennis Cotter
No Mas - John Johns
Computer: Tristan Cotter
Goose - Gordon Smith
Timer: Judy Krietsch
Mark Set Boat: Dive Version - Dave Losinski
Gunners: David Mattingly, Laird Spencer
Registration Committee Radio: Dee Otenbaker
Co-Chairpersons - Registration/Skipper
Start Line - Starboard
Check-in: Sue Jasin, Mary Brieden
Asst. Chairperson: Carl Bihlmeyer
Karen Rumptz
Skippers: Bob & Liz Rader, Rader Children
Janette Bellamy
Spotters: Cay Bernock, Karen Fink
Barb Trost
Mark Harris
Visual Signals: Linda Evo, Antoinette Pilzner Lois Ewen
Mary Jane Shumaker
Line Judge: Brian Keith
Julie Christy
Principle Timer: Ann Lawson
Jo Ann Patterson
Sound Signals: Charles Reader
Margaret Gerometta
Spotter: Linda Rosiek
Katie Brown
Spotters/Recorders: Scot Smotherman,
Mary Padilla
Gary Shoemaker
Amy Cowan
PRO: Tricia Smotherman
Amy Andrews
TBD: Dan Moons, Jennifer Keith
Judy Soutar
End Start Boat
Owners–Just Because: Jim & Edie Limbright Mark - Set Boat - Dive Version
Chairperson/Navigator: Alan Minsterman
Race Officer in Charge: Gary Viola
Owner/Operator: Dave Losinski
Spotters/Recorders: Megan Farrell,
Co-owner: Debbie Losinski
Judy Krietsch, Paul KrietschJim Maier
Deck Crew 1: Jim McQuire
Recorder: Mary Ann Maier
Deck Crew 2: Launey Pyke
Harbor Committee
Deck Crew 3: Jack VenRyn
Chairperson: Kerry A. Pebbles
Stern Crew 1: Drew Losinski
Mary Lou Creamer
Stern Crew 2: Kevin
Jordan Brooks
Mackinac Committee Boats
Don Hallett
Signal Boat: Off the Grid - Bob Rader
Kellas Brown
Leeward Start Line Boat: Just Because Carl Bihlmeyer
Jim Limbright
Dan Van Hamm
Press Boats: Mack the Knife - Dr. Larry
George Blaz
Stephenson
Paul Gunner
No Mas - John Johns
Goose - Gordon Smith
International Jury
Chief Judge: Com. Bill Thorpe - IJ, US
Jury Sec.(s): Colin Dyer, Tracy Thorpe
Com. Ted Everingham - IJ, US
Com. Peter Griffin - NJ, USA
Bob Declercq - NJ, USA
Com. Brian Geraghty - NJ, USA
Leo Reise - IJ, Canada
Kathy Dyer - IJ, Canada
Elliott Levy - IJ, Venezuela
Lynne Beal - IJ, Canada (stand by)
NOR & Sailing Instructions
Chairperson: Peter Griffin
Sponsorship
Chairperson: Com. Greg Thomas
Trophy
Chairperson: Com. John Burke
Website
Chairperson: Luiz Kahl
Board of Governors
General Manager: Mark David
Steffke, CCM
Secretary: Thomas L. Dawson
Treasurer: Christer D. Lucander
Fleet Measurer: Thomas R. Burleson
Fleet Surgeon: Andy S. Ogawa
Fleet Sailing & Regatta Director:
Debi Schoenherr
Commodore Jeffrey A. Henderson, Sr.
Com. Kent M. Colpaert
Com. Malcolm “Tim” Prophit
Bradford C. Kimmel
Hanson R. Bratton
Kenneth W. Morrison
Peter H. Fortune
2 0 1 2 S u m m e r B u r g e e /// 9
So ci e ty o f M ackinac Isl and O ld G oats
Sailors who have competed in at least 25 Bayview Mackinac Races
Abbott, Kenneth - 1976
Adams, Raymond S. - 1976
Adams, Winifred A. - 1981
Aitken, Com. Dan - 1976
Alcott, Bill - 1972
Amsler, DO, Com. Robert - 1979
Anderson, Jerry - 1980
Anderson, Thomas - 1966
Argo Jr., Stuart - 1977
Arnesen, Fred - 1965
Backoff, Richard - 1969
Baetz, Kenneth A. - 1982
Baidas, Robert - 1986
Bailey, Robert - 1972
Balcirak, Com. Dean - 1965
Balcirak, David - 1977
Barber, Lynn Howard - 1980
Barbour, Sloane - 1965
Barker, John - 1975
Bayer, Com. Charles - 1947
Bayer, Ed - 1955
Bayer, Edwin - 1967
Bayer, John - 1975
Bayer Jr., Com. Charles - 1947
Becker, Peter - 1976
Benedict, Christopher - 1987
Bennett, Jim - 1985
Bernard, Jack L. - 1960
Bertelson, Gene - 1963
Best Jr., Jim - 1974
Bianco, John J. - 1967
Bihlmeyer, Carl - 1980
Birdsall, Richard - 1972
Blanchard, John - 1969
Bolla, David - 1977
Boyd, Mark H. - 1975
Bradley, Steven - 1985
Brand, George - 1960
Bremer, Steven - 1967
Bresser, Jerry - 1982
Bresser, William - 1982
Brown, Kenneth D. - 1979
Brune, Al - 1981
Bunn, Ned - 1964
Bunn, Robert - 1980
Burkard, Com. John - 1946
Burke, John - 1976
Burke, Marvin - 1970
Burleson, Tom - 1974
Burt, R. William - 1969
Busch, William - 1972
Buse, Philip - 1964
Butler, Michael - 1976
Cady, Donald - 1977
Carlson, Doug - 1982
Carnaghi, J.P. - 1972
Carollo, Joseph - 1965
Carr, Michael - 1977
Cazabon, Michael - 1973
Clemons, Com. Tom - 1973
Clemons, Scott - 1977
Cliff, Frank - 1956
Clixby, Gerald - 1969
Coates, Richard K. - 1982
Conger, Dale - 1971
Conger, Phillip - 1971
Connolly, Andrew - 1977
Cooley, James L. - 1986
Coolman Jr., Thomas - 1965
Cooper, Steve - 1966
Cooper III, Winfield L. - 1986
Cope, Darrell A. - 1979
Corneliussen, Paul A. - 1980
Cost, Nick - 1975
Cotter, Dennis - 1977
Culliton, Dennis - 1973
Daoust, Jim - 1961
Darbee, William H. - 1972
Davenport, Bruce - 1947
Davey, Doug - 1978
Decker, Dale - 1976
Declercq, Alex - 1968
Detwiler, Fred - 1970
DeWitt, David A. - 1988
Dewyse, John P. - 1972
Dittus, Ian - 1981
Donaldson, Lawrence - 1974
Dorian, Gretchen - 1967
Duker, Robert - 1976
DuMouchelle, Elizabeth - 1974
DuMouchelle, Ernest - 1963
Dundas, James - 1981
Dunn, Gregory - 1972
Ecclestone, Llwyd - 1953
Elledge, Michael - 1981
Ely, Ed - 1971
Eno, Charles - 1968
Feldman, Mike - 1969
Ferry, Frank X. - 1981
Fick Jr., Alvin D. - 1981
Flaska, Kenneth - 1974
Fletcher, Allan - 1967
Fornal, Dennis - 1979
Fortune, Peter - 1981
Francis, William - 1978
Fullerton, Alexander - 1975
Gates, James - 1976
Gennaro Jr., Anthony - 1985
Geraghty, Com. Brian - 1979
Gerometta, James - 1985
Gerow, George - 1962
Gillespie, Allen - 1965
Gillespie, Jay - 1980
Gleason Jr., Donald - 1971
Gmeiner, Com. Skip - 1954
Goran, Michael - 1978
Graham, Gary - 1980
Gray, Cliff - 1953
Greening, Bruce C. - 1976
Greening III, R.E. Lee - 1980
Gregory, Robert - 1975
Grow, Com. Rick - 1961
Hall, D.D.S., Gary - 1975
Hands, David - 1987
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Harthorn, Don - 1968
Harthorn, Steven V. - 1985
Hartingh II, Jo Dan - 1972
Hartwell, Kenneth Walker - 1966
Hastings, Wayne - 1984
Hawkinson, Dr. Roy - 1969
Hayward, Com. Chip - 1971
Heglin, Richard T. “Dick” - 1959
Hellenbart, Andrew - 1975
Henderson, Jeff - 1977
Hendrie, George - 1947
Henry, Joseph - 1958
Henry, William - 1963
Hohn, Kurt - 1981
Hollerbach, Marc - 1964
Holmes, Gary - 1984
Holstein, Donald - 1977
Hopp Jr., John - 1954
Hubbell, Peter - 1975
Hudnut, James - 1965
Hudnut Jr., James H. - 1967
Huebner, Ted - 1974
Hughes, Shawn - 1982
Hulsey, Paul - 1982
Huneke, Richard - 1981
Hura, Douglas “Doug” - 1960
Irland, Peter L. - 1970
Jacobs, Jeffrey A. - 1983
Jacoby, Ed - 1957
Jeffery, Lynn F. - 1987
Jennings, Dick - 1973
Jennings, DDS, William - 1967
Johns, James - 1951
Johnson, Arthur - 1964
Johnson, Don - 1946
Juby III, Charles W. - 1986
Jurcak, Mark - 1983
Kazerski, Ken - 1976
Keefer, Richard - 1967
Keller, James - 1973
Kelly, Dennis - 1974
Kern II, Frank - 1925
Kern III, Frank - 1971
Kerns, Jim - 1965
Keydel, Conrad - 1962
Keydel, Eric - 1968
Keys, Howard - 1963
Kirkman, Robert - 1983
Kleinhardt, Thomas A. - 1981
Koller, Richard P. - 1958
Kolter, Harald - 1995
Kommel, Eric - 1967
Konczalski, Ronald L. - 1966
Kostoff, James - 1972
Kountz, John - 1938
Kraft, Dr. James E. - 1981
Kraft, James F. - 1978
Kraft, Paul - 1981
Kreger, Fred - 1952
Krembel, W. B. - 1955
Kunick, Frank A. - 1955
Kuschnerus, Hans - 1963
La Riviere, Timothy - 1987
LaBute, Timothy W. - 1984
Lady, Paul - 1978
Lang, Donald - 1978
Larivee, Terry - 1982
LaRiviere, Tim - 1987
Lawrence, Mike - 1957
Leone, Gerry - 1942
Lewis, Perry - 1972
Libcke, J. Robert - 1976
Light, Sheldon N - 1986
Lightbody, James - 1958
Lindeman, Lou “Bud” - 1979
Lootens, Dick - 1966
Lundy, Curtis - 1972
Lyden, Earl - 1972
Lynch, Com. William J. - 1971
Lyons, Edward - 1966
MacLaren, David P. - 1971
Maier, Jeff - 1974
Maiorano, Jerry - 1975
Marsh, Richard A. - 1964
Marshall, Dale - 1972
Martin, Bill - 1965
Martin, Sally - 1976
Mattingly, David - 1975
Mayer, John - 1954
McCarthy, Gene T. - 1959
McCormack, Andy - 1958
McCoy, Bill - 1963
McCroskey Jr., George B. - 1964
McDonald, Michael - 1976
McVeety, Mr. John A. - 1978
Meach, Jerry - 1981
Meier, Thomas - 1970
Mihalich, Dr. Steve - 1946
Miller, Candice - 1970
Miller, Mark - 1984
Miller Sr., Com. Bill - 1933
Mistele, Henry - 1965
Moak, Robert E. - 1997
Moll, Doug - 1977
Morison Jr., Ayers, - 1966
Morlan, Andrew - 1987
Morlan, Christopher - 1982
Morlan, Gordon E. - 1981
Morphew, James - 1986
Morrison, Kenneth W. - 1973
Mosher, George - 1953
Mosher, William A. - 1978
Motschall, Jim - 1983
Nadeau, Steve - 1987
Nedeau, Sam - 1980
Nedeau, Sr, John - 1950
Neesley, Jr., Robert - 1955
Niederer, Bruce - 1983
Niederoest, Com. Robert J. - 1968
Noakes, W.C. - 1977
Nutt, Michael J. - 1979
Nutter, Robert - 1985
Odendahl, Richard - 1984
O’Niel III, Com. Phillip - 1977
O’Niel Jr., Com. Philip - 1977
O’Rourke, William “Bill” - 1985
Oswald, Com. Lawrence - 1972
Otenbaker, David - 1982
Otrompke, Jack - 1962
Padilla, Daniel - 1976
Palm, Edward B. - 1957
Pappas, Com. John - 1958
Patterson, Thomas - 1981
Pearson, Brian - 1964
Peseski, Michael J. - 1979
Peseski, Vin - 1972
Peseski, William M. - 1980
Peters, Richard R. - 1967
Petersen, Larry - 1984
Peterson V, P. Eric - 1976
Pettitt, Stuart - 1970
Pfeff, Pete O. - 1977
Piku, Frank - 1966
Pinney Sr., Mark W. - 1968
Ploghoft, Milton E. - 1946
Popowich, Stanley - 1975
Porte, Philip J. - 1986
Pouliot, Reid Royce - 1981
Prophit, Tim - 1983
Purcell, Miles - 1983
Quincy, Kenneth T. - 1983
Ranks, Richard - 1979
Rasmussen, Kenneth - 1948
Redmann, Judy - 1981
Reese, E. James - 1983
Reichelsdorfer, Peter W. - 1951
Reidsma, Jay - 1983
Reinheimer, Herbert - 1965
Replogle, David S. - 1965
Richards, Paul - 1978
Richards, Ralph - 1970
Ritchie, Mark Albert - 1983
Ritter, Thomas C. - 1985
Robbins, Daniel M. - 1969
Robbins, John D. - 1978
Robinson, Robbie - 1947
Roehrs, Timothy - 1987
Rose, A. Duane - 1979
Rossio, Richard C. - 1985
Rossio, Ronald J. - 1984
Ruhland, Patrick. J. - 1980
Rummel, John - 1945
Rumon, Richard A. - 1978
Rupp, Maynard - 1977
Russie, Laurie - 1983
Sackett, Jim - 1974
Saph, Val - 1973
Savage, Matt - 1976
Sbach, Elmer “Sonny” - 1972
Schappe, Dr. R. Scott - 1977
Schappe, Robert H. - 1977
Schappe, Stephen P. - 1981
Schmidt, Russell A. - 1976
Scholfield, Charles E.“Win” - 1953
Schostak, Jerome - 1964
Schram, Ken - 1980
Schuch, John - 1962
Schultes, John - 1974
Schultes, Michael - 1969
Schwall, Lynn A. - 1980
Schwandt, Kent T. - 1974
Scott, Michael G. - 1975
Seckett, James W. - 1954
Sellers, Bob - 1956
Shalagowski, Randy A. - 1982
Shaw, James F. - 1973
Shelagowski, Randy A. - 1982
Sheppard, John - 1974
Sheppard, Steven - 1977
Sheridon, Richard - 1946
Sheridon, Sherry - 1946
Sherry, Ron - 1979
Shinske, F. James - 1968
Shorey, Fred - 1964
Shumaker, Tom - 1965
Sickels, Quent - 1950
Sidenstecker, Bill - 1970
Siudara, Leonard - 1976
Smith, Dr. Ian - 1962
Smith, Lee - 1952
Smith, Robert - 1979
Smith, Wick - 1971
Snow, Paul G. - 1975
Somes, Jon M. - 1969
Stapleton, Jim - 1985
Stephens, Greg - 1985
Stetson, Bill - 1959
Stieber Jr., Donald A.“Chip” - 1976
Stocker, Terry - 1969
Stofflett, John - 1975
Stormes, Ben - 1971
Stormes, Chuck - 1979
Streit, Gerald - 1963
Stridiron, William - 1983
Stuart, Bob - 1968
Synowiec, Richard - 1978
Szalkowski, Ted - 1973
Tenkel, Frank - 1969
Thoma, Richard - 1977
Thomas, Gregory I - 1971
Thomas, L. Murray - 1971
Thompson, Com. Michael A. - 1958
Thompson, Mark A. - 1969
Thompson, Sandra K. - 1961
Thompson, Stu C. - 1986
Thorpe, Com. William - 1971
Tipp, John - 1963
Tompkins, Charles - 1964
Tompkins, John - 1969
Trost IV, John - 1972
Trull, Dick - 1949
Tulupman, Ted - 1981
Turner, Keith - 1963
Uznis, George M. - 1964
Vallad, John - 1951
Van Tol, Paul R. - 1976
VandeVusse, Bruce - 1986
Vermet, Edward - 1980
Vigrass, H. Thomas - 1972
Vigrass, Terry - 1974
Vogel, Roger - 1972
Wake, Doug - 1960
Wake, Maggie - 1960
Waldrup, Dean - 1985
Wall, Robert - 1968
Walsh Jr., Clune - 1950
Ware, John - 1962
Warner, Gary - 1967
Weiss, James - 1966
Welch, James - 1978
Wenzler, Peter J. - 1979
White, Tom - 1978
Wing, Harry - 1982
Witton, Frank - 1958
Worden, Claude - 1974
Zyskowski, Phil - 1985
White, William A. - 1984
Wiesen, Robert J. - 1975
Wilhelm, Fred P. - 1970
Wilhelm, Fred R. - 1975
Williams, Thomas - 1980
In Memorium
Argo, Com. Stu - 1955
Baker, Douglas - 1959
Barbier, Roy - 1958
Barbour, Com. John - 1965
Beebe, Ed - 1955
Benkert, Com. Lloyd - 1936
Blunt, John - 1942
Boyle, John D. - 1943
Breadon, Don - 1925
Breck, Douglas - 1962
Bremer, Com. Bill - 1954
Bremer, Joel - 1961
Bridge, Rick - 1965
Brink, Lawrence R. - 1971
Bryant, Bob - 1927
Bulin, Jim - * 1980
Burkard, Henry - 1943
Burt, Bud - 1934
Butler, James E. - 1970
Carter, Clem - 1937
Chapman, Alee - 1955
Clogg, Dick - 1954
Coggin, Ted - 1929
Dawson, Peter W. - 1983
Declercq, Maury - 1949
Deeds, Jay
Dittus, Richard H. - 1981
Drake, Joe - 1953
Dudek, Ralph - 1963
Farnsworth, Com. Ted - 1927
Fitzsimons, Com. Chas - 1954
Fleck, Jack - 1945
Fuchs, Com. Arnold - 1945
Fuller, Dr. Hugh - 1950
Gay, William - 1965
Gerow, Fred - 1962
Gesell, Henry - 1951
Girardin, Com. Howard - 1939
Gmeiner, Com. Toot - 1940
Gmeiner, Doug - 1958
Grant, Ed - 1969
Hanson, Com. Tom - 1947
Harrison, Hugh “Bud” - 1973
Hendrie, Jack - 1948
Hinsby, Floyd - 1952
Hollerbach, N. H. “Holly” - 1945
Hunter, Dave - 1951
Jacobs, Clare - 1937
Jerome, Leonard - 1925
Jones, H. Burton - 1965
Jones, Warren - 1950
Kalitte, Douglas - 1966
Kemp, Jim - 1939
Kerwin, Frank J. - 1964
Keydel, Kurt Com. - 1952
Kimmel, Com. Andrew - 1964
Krembel, Frank - 1955
Leinweber, Roy - 1951
Lietaert, Patrick - 1976
Lowry, T.K. - 1966
Lyon, George - 1964
Macklem, Avery - 1939
Maier, Robert - 1956
Mainwaring, Herb - 1960
Marsh, Marv - 1952
McGraw, Com. Bill - 1963
McMath, Com. Trent - 1928
Miller, Com. John - 1933
Mondry, Gene - 1957
Morison, Ayers - 1966
Muench, Jr., Nils - 1968
Nagel, Com. William - 1928
Neesley, Bob - 1937
Nevins, Les - 1926
Noah, Bill - 1937
O’Laughlin, Dugan - 1971
Petzold, Thomas - 1930
Pokorny, Dr. Paul - 1973
Pouliot, Russ - 1925
Priebe, Com. Ray - 1933
Puddiford, Com. Stan - 1926
Reid, Jim - 1946
Reynolds, Syd - 1947
Roadstrum, Robert - 1925
Schroeder Jr., Gerald - 1971
Schudel, Com. Jim - 1956
Schultz, Al - 1947
Sloss, Com. Dave - 1932
Smith, Don - 1962
Smith, Patrick - 1962
Smyth, Ed - 1976
Snider, Don - 1954
Snyder, George - 1926
Somes, Fred - 1952
Sparagowski, Gary - 1977
Stodgell, Chic - 1927
Swart, Clark - 1934
Tapert, Com. Mike - 1947
Taylor, Norbert - 1941
Thomas, Al - 1939
Thoreson, Bob - 1971
Toti, Edward - 1953
Trost, John - 1944
Van, George - 1929
Wagner, William R. - 1973
Warnke, Hans G. - 1952
Warrick, Com. W. - 1952
Weitzmann, Jim - 1957
Whitehead, George - 1947
Wiley, Earl - 1960
Williamson, Perc - 1925
Wilson, Dr. Carlisle - 1945
Wittliff, John - 1979
Wunsch, Com. Ed - 1935
Yackness, Irvin - 1954
Yackness, June - 1966
Young, Steve - 1974
Youngblood, Thomas - 1979
2 0 1 2 S u m m e r B u r g e e /// 11
Bay v i e w h o n o r ee s
Double Goats and Grand Rams
T
he Double Goat Honor Roll commemorates sailors who have completed
a minimum of 25 Bayview Mackinac and 25 Chicago Mackinac Races,
thereby gaining membership into both the Society of Mackinac Island Old GoatsDetroit and the Island Goats Sailing Society-Chicago.•
Grand Rams
T
he title Grand Ram is a highly
acclaimed honor, granted only to those
Honorees
C o m . C ha r l e s B ay e r
C o m . Rick G r o w
1947
1961
intrepid sailors crewing 50 or more Bayview
G e o r g e H e nd r i e
to Mackinac races. From July 25, 1925, when
Fred Kreger
1952
Gerry Leone
1942
Bernida was the first yacht to ever cross the
finish line, to our present 88th Bell’s Beer
1947
K e n Rasmuss e n
L e e S mith
1948
1952
Bayview to Mackinac race, only NINE sailors
J o hn N e d e au S r .
1950
have reached this benchmark.
G e o r g e E . Van S r .
1929
1 2 /// 2 0 1 2 S u m m e r B u r g e e
2 0 1 2 S u m m e r B u r g e e /// 1 3
2011
T
he 2011 Bell’s Beer Bayview
Mackinac Race marked the
87th annual sailing from Port
Huron to Mackinac Island.
Bell’s Beer Bayview Mackinac Ra
Awards an
Jeffrey A. Henderson - Commodore
Kent M. Colpaert - Vice Commodore
Malcolm “Tim” Profit - Rear Commodore
Com. Greg Thomas - Chairman 2012
Carl Bihlmeyer - Chairman 2013
Arthur J. LeVasseur - Chairman 2014
Please join us for
Bayview Yacht
Club’s 88th sailing
Division Overall
Division I Overall - IRC
Natalie J
Philip D. O’Niel III, DDS BYC
Division III Overall - Shore Course Racing
Courtesan Christy/Lockhart BYC
Division IV Overall - Shore Course PHRF Cruising
Freedom James Cooper GPSC
2011 DOYLE Sailmakers
Yacht Club Challenge
Bayview Yacht Club Team #4
Details Lance Smotherman
Eliminator P. Van Tol/B. Vandevusse
Wind Toy Rob Bunn
Detroit Sports Broadcasters
Association Pro Team Challenge
Sorcery/Detroit Red Wings
Larry Smith/Brian Smith
Additional Awards and Trophies
Pickle Boat
Rhumb Runner - William Howard
Mackinac Island Trophy “Apache” - First to Finish
Windquest - Doug Devos/Dick Devos
New Cove Island Course Record - 16:51:25
Windquest - Doug Devos/Dick Devos
Gougeon Trophy - First to Finish Multihull
Cheekee Monkee - Ron White
Journalist of the Year 2011
Ted Kalfan, Detroit News
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ace Winners
nd Trophies
Beneteau First 36.7 Class - Cove Island Course
IRC D Class - Cove Island Course
CC 35 Class - Shore Course
J120 Class - Shore Course
1 USA 25628 Weather Edge III Colton Weatherston 2 USA 79 La Buena Vida William Gilbride 3 USA 52772 Carrera Rod Spearin 1 USA 15560 Contender 2 USA 5290 Tir Na Nog 3 CAN 4151 Mystery Gary Graham Steven Sheppard S. Jay/C. Carruthers Cruising A Class - Shore Course
1 USA 659 Freedom James Cooper 2 USA 25434 Comfortably Numb 3 USA 25663 Roxy Don Condit CSYC
GPC
CSYC/BYC
BYC
CSYC
SYCUSA
1 USA 25658 Mystic 2 USA 397 Yare 3 USA 25455 Kismet Dennis Dettmer John Tipp Art Poppert BYC
BYC
PHYC
Doublehanded (PHRF) Class - Shore Course
1 USA 45151 C Spray 2 USA 566 Pirana 3 USA 69138 Patriot Cheryl Cameron C.J. Ruffing David Lattie GL 70 Class - Cove Island Course
1 USA 50045 Details 2 USA 70 Evolution 3 USA 25168 Stripes Lance Smotherman Kohler/Reichelsdorfer Bill Martin NSSC
BYC
BYC
BYC
SYC
BYC
IRC A Class - Cove Island Course
1 USA 5252 Natalie J 2 USA 28686 Windquest 3 USA 50030 Bretwalda 3 Philip D. O’Niel III, DDS BYC
Doug & Dick DeVos MBYC
Bob Pethick BYC
IRC B Class - Cove Island Course
1 USA 4215 Tsunami 2 USA 7145 Vortices 3 USA 52875 PeaceMaker Stephen Polk Chris Saxton Kenneth Flaska IRC C Class - Cove Island Course
1 USA 60611 Nosurprise 2 USA 24 Night Hawk 3 USA 25 Unplugged David Irish Steven Dabrowski Tim Clayson Robert Kirkman William Bresser Level 35 Class - Cove Island Course
Multihull Class - Shore Course
Fred Bellamy BYC
Darrell Cope/Kevin Pearce CSYC
Michael Mahar GLYC
Cruising C Class - Shore Course
1 USA 25328 Hot Ticket 2 USA 25363 Flyin’ Irish Jim Mitchell/Jack T. Oliver RNZYS
Pete Mather TYC
Dick & Dan Synowiec FYC
1 USA 43828 Falcon Bayer/Bayer/Barnes GPSC
2 USA 42525 Night Train Chris Herriges Mark Miller
CYB 3 USA 42968 Mr. Bill’s Wild Ride Bill Wildner Jr. GRYC
Cruising B Class - Shore Course
1 USA 15142 Pogo 2 USA 15152 Limerick 3 USA 25341 Miriah 1 USA 270 Vanda III 2 CAN 161 Smokum Too 3 USA 25208 Shenanigan BYC
BYC
BYC
LTYC
CYC
BSSC
1 USA 24 Cheekee Monkee Ron White 2 USA 009 Nelda Ray Pete Pattullo PHRF A Class - Shore Course
1 USA 52774 Courtesan 2 USA 28380 Spirit Walker 3 USA 46892 Fine Line Christy/Lockhart Bob Hillier Jay Gillespie BYC
DYC/PHYC
DYC
NSSC
NSSC
CYC
LYC/TOMA
BYC
LGYC
PHYC
PHRF B Class - Shore Course
1 USA 43881 Mystic 3 2 USA 35427 Epic 3 USA 42418 Rowdy Fred Wilhelm CSYC/BYC
Ray and Winnie Adams BYC
Val Saph PHYC
PHRF C Class - Shore Course
1 USA 617 Pterodactyl 2 USA 123 Good Lookin’ 3 USA 423 Sorcery Mark Symonds Dean & Lana Walsh Larry & Brian Smith PHRF D Class - Shore Course
1 USA 15240 Genesis 2 USA 33623 Spectre 3 USA 9 Bernoulli Paul Lee B. & G. Schappe Michael J. Elliott GPYC
PHYC
BYC/GLYC
DYC
GPSC/BYC
HYC
PHRF E Class - Shore Course
1 USA 15370 Eliminator 2 USA 21827 Tar Baby 3 USA 25981 Rebel P. Van Tol/B. Vandevusse BYC
Don Lang BYC
Williams/Bowen PHYC/QYC
PHRF F Class - Shore Course
1 USA 345 Chippewa 2 USA 422 Albacore 3 USA 15381 Marksman Robert Wall Richard Marsh Brian Lang PHYC
CSYC
GLYC/LSSC
2 0 1 2 S u m m e r B u r g e e /// 1 5
2011
Flag Presentation
First
Second
Bell’s Beer Bayview Mackinac R
Third
Beneteau First 36.7 Class - Cove Island Course
CC 35 Class - Shore Course
Cruising A Class - Shore Course
Cruising B Class - Shore Course
Cruising C Class - Shore Course
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Doublehanded (PHRF) Class
Shore Course
Race Winners
First
Second
Third
GL 70 Class - Cove Island Course
IRC A Class - Cove Island Course
IRC B Class - Cove Island Course
IRC C Class - Cove Island Course
IRC D Class - Cove Island Course
J120 Class - Shore Course
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2011
Flag Presentation
First
Level 35 Class - Cove Island Course
Multihull Class - Shore Course
PHRF A Class - Shore Course
PHRF B Class - Shore Course
PHRF C Class - Shore Course
PHRF D Class - Shore Course
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Second
Bell’s Beer Bayview Mackinac R
Third
Race Winners
First
Second
Third
PHRF E Class - Shore Course
PHRF F Class - Shore Course
Division I Overall - IRC
Division III Overall - Shore Course
Division IV Overall - Shore Course
DOYLE Sailmakers
Yacht Club Challenge
Detroit Sports Broadcasters
Association Pro Team Challenge
Pickle Boat
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Premiere Detroit Event Planner Joins Team Bayview
Keeping Our
Witz About Us
by Sandra Svoboda
W
hen Jonathan Witz got
a phone call last year from Commodore
Jeff Henderson asking him to join the
Bayview Yacht Club team, the long-time
event planner and sponsorship manager
considered it a high compliment.
Jonathan Witz
Witz had been organizing and
operating the City of Port Huron’s Blue
Water Fest for two years, which meant
he’d worked with the Bayview leadership since the festival and the Bell’s Beer
Bayview Mackinac Race were the same
weekend.
“It wasn’t always easy,” Witz says,
“because I was representing the city’s interests. There were discussions over whose
sponsors had priority, for example.”
But it wasn’t Witz’s first time “off
the dock” in festival management. His
company, Jonathan Witz & Associates
has created and currently produces two
signature events, including The Motown
Winter Blast, the official celebration of
Super Bowl XL, and Ford Arts, Beats &
Eats (which Witz co-founded in 1998 with
Oakland County Executive, L. Brooks Patterson). In addition, JWA has been hired
to manage or produce many other high
profile events in southeast Michigan, including WYCD’s Downtown Hoedown;
Detroit River Days and the NCAA Big
Dance in Detroit in 2009.
Witz and Henderson inked a deal that has Witz recruiting and managing sponsors for Bayview sailing events. He organized the first Mackinac
Charity preview, the June 30 “Sailing Under the Stars,” which raised money
for local non-profit organizations. Witz’s has also partnered with a longtime, respected Detroit public relations firm, Marx Layne, to handle media
relations for the club.
Working with Bayview creates a relationship that Witz
says reflects respect among everyone. “When you don’t
always agree with them and yet they respect how you
handle the situation, that’s a great situation,” Witz says.
“The thing that most honored me about Bayview being
interested in hiring me was the fact that we didn’t always
agree with each other, yet still had respect for each other.”
In his first few months as the club’s “sponsorship guy,”
Witz has helped extend title sponsor Bell’s Beer for another
three years of Mackinac support. He’s also recruited new
sponsors– Acura and the Soaring Eagle Casino, for example–who see
sailing as a sport that connects with their products.
Witz’s work means financial and in-kind support for Bayview events
and new markets and exposure for his clients. “Bayview offers access to a
real fun, active, generally high to upper middle class demographic who are
willing to follow their passions and interests and are good candidates for
products,” Witz says.
Witz, not a sailor himself, brings a wealth of event management experience that he’s gained over the last 15 years as he’s emerged as one of the
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region’s premiere festival organizers.
We talked with him about his background, his plans for Bayview and his
philosophy of sponsorship management.
Bayview Yacht Club: How did you get into the event
and sponsorship business?
Jonathan Witz: I came to Michigan in 1989. I had been
working as general manager of a night club in Chicago
when the owner met with Chuck Forbes from the State
Theatre in Detroit. We looked at doing a night club in the
theater district, and that’s what brought me to Detroit and
got my career going. I managed the State Theatre for 3 +
years and then I started my own business in 1993.
BYC: What kind of events did you do?
JW: Detroit Newspapers was actually my first client. I did
their holiday parties and I did a couple of events for Toyota.
Also I ended up in 1994 working on the World Cup, putting a small festival together that was noticed. It wasn’t successful because there was a
huge heat wave during the World Cup. In 1998 I got a break. A gentleman
who was an accountant at the State Theater became L. Brooks Patterson’s
director of arts, culture and film. So Brooks said, “I want to do a festival in
downtown Pontiac.” And they brought me in.
BYC: How quickly did things happen?
JW: I said I needed a 90-day research period but in five weeks Brooks
made it a top initiative in his state of the county address in February. Things
with me. I thought I could do well with
sponsorship but I would need leads from
sailing industry people. I thought there
were people in my world that I could help
bring to the table.
Most of all I thought I could help
improve the relationships and the communications with Bayview’s current
sponsors and that we would provide a
good experience for them, with focused
efforts on providing new publicity and
creative activation to help promote the
partnership and get their best out of their
Bayview support. I approached Marx
Layne and asked if they would work
under Jonathan Witz and Associates. So
I was able to bring my sponsorship experience, my marketing experience and take
a top Detroit PR firm and take their expertise and make sure there were going to
be no public relations holes. Even though
I had PR experience, to have a specific
agency, a partnership of JWA and ML,
is I think, delivering Bayview a really
good value for the race. It’s been a new
experience for me. In fact I’m looking
forward to going on a sailboat for the fist
time in 20 some years.
BYC: How different is it
to work on events and
“At every
sponsorship for the sailing
community compared to
event I’m
your previous work?
JW: I do think the most interesting aspect
involved in,
of the sponsorship selling is the fact that
there generally
there are some in-kind, traded traditions
that I’m learning the importance of. This
has to be some
is a really true statement. It’s not always
community tie-in
about earning the dollars for the club:
some of the in-kind partnerships carry as
in some way.”
much weight and value. I think that’s been
the biggest learning curve.
BYC: What’s been the most
fulfilling part of your work
with Bayview?
JW: Helping to put together a three-year
renewal for Bell’s Beer. They are the sighad to happen quickly from there. He got
nature club sponsor, and I think I would base the entire partnership on being
Chrysler and Kmart involved as sponsors,
able to make that deal happen. We were able to enhance that deal and I think
and I got Pepsi and Flagstar Bank inadd more value to both parties. That’s No. 1, and I think No. 2 would be
volved. We ended up getting the funding
developing the “Sailing Under the Stars” concept which is to take a core
together which is a tough part of it but
value of all the events we’ve been involved in: community and non-profit
we went into the festival in August about
enrichment.
$200,000 short but we ended up making
BYC: Why is that important?
up that deficit, gave $85,000 to charity and
JW: We’ve always found that attendees appreciate it, the media appreciate
in 1998 had a very successful event. It’s
it, life appreciates doing well for organizations that help those in need. Arts,
taken off from there.
Beats & Eats has given away more than $3 million as a festival to local
non-profits, and we’ve had a very successBYC: How did your company transition from that
single festival into what you do today?
ful preview fundraiser called Arts du Jour.
JW: Even though we were doing Arts, Beats & Eats, the Super Bowl expeI thought, “Hey, Bayview. You have such a
rience really took us to a new level. We were having to do our own sponbig sporting event. Whey don’t we start a
sorship, our own marketing, working with various public relations firms. I
new tradition and have a charity preview?”
was definitely getting a education in public relations and process and got to
BYC: What will be the benefits
make a lot of friends and good relationships in the Detroit media. Things
of “Sailing Under the Stars?”
were going well, we got to work with Roger Penske and the whole Super
JW: I think it’s going to tie Bayview closer
Bowl team and that was an amazing experience.
to the community, closer to local media.
Create more interest in sailing, just turn
BYC: What is it like to work with a yacht club on
people on to the event and the sport and most importantly do good. There’s
sailing events?
nothing better than doing good and so those are the two things. The “Sailing
JW: When Commodore Henderson called, the first thing I told him was
Under the Stars” just tied in to our core values. At every event I’m involved
I’m not a sailor. I understand sponsorship relationships, value, marketing
in, there generally has to be some community tie-in in some way. I have
but I’m not going to be a good expert in public relations for sailing-specific
great expectations for this benefit.•
publications. And in general I wanted to bring in an organization to work
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Green parks,
boardwalks and
wide beaches
bordering the
shoreline entice
visitors and locals
to lounge along
the water and
breathe in the
natural beauty.
“Discover the Blue … shores of Eastern Michigan”
T
he City of Port Huron, Maritime Capitol
of the Great Lakes, is perched on the edges of Lake
Huron and the St. Clair River. With admirable depths, the
waterways show off incredible colors of cobalt,
turquoise and sparkling sapphire. The stunning hues
restore a sense of freshness and tranquility that can
get lost in the current of everyday life. Green parks,
boardwalks and wide beaches bordering the shoreline
entice visitors and locals to lounge along the water and
breathe in the natural beauty.
Though an attraction all its own, the crystal blue water
is not the only attraction Port Huron has to offer. Summertime festivals, events and concerts bring laughter
and entertainment to its beautiful shores. July brings
thousands of spectators to join the fun during Blue
Water Fest and one of Port Huron’s biggest signature
events, the Bayview Mackinac Race. The Blue Water
Fest kicks off with a grand parade then live music acts,
carnival, food and activity continue for the weekend.
A spectacular array of sailboats will line the Black
River then depart,
as the City of Port
Huron is the starting point for the
Bayview Mackinac Race, one
of the world’s
largest freshwater sailboat races.
Another boating
event returning
to Port Huron for its second year is the Port Huron/
Sarnia International Off shore Powerboat Race. Catch
all the action as you watch explosive powerboats
thunder through the St. Clair River, all vying to be the
fastest on the water.
A bustling farmers’ market is featured every Tuesday
and Saturday at Port Huron’s Great Lakes Maritime
Center at Vantage Point. The Maritime Center is one
of the best spots for boat watchers to view 1,000 foot
Great Lakes and Ocean freighters traveling along the
St. Clair River. The center is always a whirlwind of
activity, home to the World Headquarters of BoatNerd.
com, the most widely used website for Great Lakes
maritime information.
The roots of this area have grown from maritime
lore. Port Huron keeps its history alive with numerous
maritime museums and artifacts. The newly renovated
Fort Gratiot Lighthouse is now open for tower tours.
Learn how many ships have followed the beacon of
Michigan’s oldest working lighthouse to safety. Plus,
experience the captivating nautical stories by climbing aboard the Huron Lightship, the only lightship
remaining on the Great Lakes.
Continue enjoying your time in Port Huron with an
array of things to do. For a mere dime, take a trolley to
discover over 40 points of interest in the historic downtown district. A popular stop, the Thomas Edison Depot
Museum, tells the story of young Edison growing up
in the City of Port Huron during his formative childhood years. Learn how he worked on some of his very
first experiments and inventions. Rent a bike at the
Museum and ride the waterfront. Cruise the shoreline
on the Huron Lady II, a narrated boat tour, and bask in
the impressive sight of the magnificent International
Blue Water Bridges. Swim and play on the region’s
beautiful sandy beaches, delight in the gorgeous views
of Lake Huron or golf some of the Blue Water Area’s
most challenging courses. Dine comfortably at a
waterfront or downtown restaurant, which waits to
serve you with a splendid selection of food and drink.
Come for the day or spend the night and wake
up to a dazzling sunrise. The City of Port Huron
invites you to come “Discover the Blue … shores of
Eastern Michigan.” •
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Show
Us
Your
Bell’s
Thank You Bell’s Beer ...
for three more years as the Title Sponsor
for Bell’s Bayview Mackinac Race!
B
ell’s, the largest brewery in Michigan has
sponsored the Bayview Mackinac Race since 2009.
“This race is unique to the Midwest and is the longest
continuously run freshwater race in the world.
It features sailing in the Great Lakes and showcases
the natural beauty and fresh water resources that are
unique to Michigan,” said Bell. “We welcome sailboats
and racing teams from Chicago and around the world
for this grand event that marks the height of a
Michigan summer.”
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Bell’s famed summer “Oberon” wheat ale .
Bell’s Passion for Better Beer
Bell’s Brewery, Inc. began in 1985 with a quest for better beer and a 15
gallon soup kettle. Currently, Bell’s brews over 20 premium and specialty
brands beers for distribution covering an 18 state area. Small batch beers are
available at their pub, the Eccentric Cafe in Kalamazoo, Michigan.
Bell’s dedication to brewing flavorful, unfiltered, quality craft beers remains
today. Their ongoing goal is to brew thoughtfully, creatively and artistically —
bringing an authentic and pleasant experience to all who taste their unique ales
and beers.•
Above, Larry Bell (center)
and friends celebrate
Details first place victory.
Celebrating at the 2011 Bell’s Beer Bayview Mackinac awards ceremony.
www.bellsbeer.com
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Adagio
Absolute
Accipiter
USA 16826
Owner(s): Donald Hinckfoot/
Art Mason
Macomb Twp., MI USA
USA 40
Owner(s): Mark Cadotte
Midland, MI USA
Club: Bay City Yacht Club
Division I - Cove Island
Skipper: Mark Cadotte
No. of Crew: 3
Year: 1996
Make: F-25c Trimaran
LOA: 27’
Hull: White
Spin: Blue/White
Division V - Cove Island
Multihull
Skipper: Meade Gougeon
No. of Crew: 3
Year: 1970
Make: Multihull
LOA: 35’
Hull: White
Spin: Yellow
Affirmed
Albacore
Alida
USA 43940
Owner(s): Jason Geisz
Birmingham, MI USA
USA 422
Owner(s): Richard Marsh
Beverly Hills, MI USA
USA 263
Owner(s): William Harmon
Detroit, MI USA
Club: North Star Sail Club
Skipper: Art Mason
No. of Crew: 10
Year: 1982
Make: Peterson 37
LOA: 37’
Hull: Blue
Spin: White/Blue
Club: Crescent Sail Yacht Club
Division II - Shore Course
Skipper: Jason M. Geisz
No. of Crew: 9
Year: 1992
Make: Tripp 36
LOA: 36’
Hull: White
Spin: Red/White
Skipper: Richard Marsh
No. of Crew: 7
Year: 1946
Make: S&S Pilot 33
LOA: 33’
Hull: White
Spin: Blue/Red
USA E5
Owner(s): Meade Gougeon
Bay City, MI USA
Club: DYC
Skipper: William Harmon
No. of Crew: 8
Year: 1968
Make: Cal 36
LOA: 35’ 6“
Hull: Red
Spin: Red/White/Blue
Alliance
Aloha
Ambush
Anemone
USA 5362
Owner(s):Team Alliance
Rochester Hills, MI USA
USA 13
Owner(s): Pat Lawler
Apollo Beach, FL USA
CAN 30523
Owner(s): Raymond Pierce
Sarnia, Ontario CAN
USA 127
Owner(s): Douglas Lowe
Leonard, MI USA
Club: Albatross Yacht Club
Skipper: Tom Day
No. of Crew: 7
Year: 1973
Make: Peterson 37
LOA: 36’
Hull: Blue
Spin: Blue/Red/White
Club: DIYC/TSS
Skipper: Pat Lawler
No. of Crew: 7
Year: 1982
Make: Hobie 33
LOA: 33’
Hull: White
Spin: White
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Club: Bridgeview Yacht Club
Skipper:
No. of Crew: 9
Year: 1981
Make: Islander 40DP
LOA: 39’ 6”
Hull: Blue
Spin:
8 8 t h B a y v i e w - M a c k i n a c Ya c h t S h o w c a s e
Club: Port Huron Yacht Club
Division III - Shore Course
Cruising
Skipper: Douglas R. Lowe
No. of Crew: 6
Year: 1981
Make: Ontario 32
LOA: 32’
Hull: White
Spin: Red/Yellow/Black
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B e l l’ s B e e r B ay v i e w t o M ackinac R A C E
Ariel
USA 148
Anxioly tic
CAN 416
Owner(s): Michael Poulter
London, ONT CAN
Club: Bayfield Yacht Club
Skipper: Michael O. Poulte
No. of Crew: 8
Year: 2008
Make: Hanse 370
LOA: 37’
Hull: White
Spin: Blue/Pink
Avant Garde
CAN 007
Owner(s): Rob Tamblyn
Windsor, ONT CAN
Club: Belle River Yacht Club
Cruising
Skipper: Rob Tamblyn
No. of Crew: 7
Year: 1986
Make: Elite
LOA: 36’
Hull: White/Yellow
Spin: Yellow/Black
Attitude
Owner(s): Mark W. Aitken
Macomb Township, MI USA
Club: Edison Boat Club
USA 188
Owner(s): Jeffrey Euscher
Chicago, IL USA
Club: Muskegon
Avatar
Azure Mer
USA 15056
Owner(s): Gordon and
Andrew Morlan
Grosse Pointe Park, MI USA
USA 123456
Owner(s): Joe McKeown
Ann Arbor, MI USA
Edison Boat Club
Skipper: Mark W. Aitken
No. of Crew: 7
Year: 1981
Make: Tartan
LOA: 33’
Hull: White/Blue
Spin: White/Red
Club: Grosse Pointe Sail Club
Skipper: Gordon and Andrew Morlan
No. of Crew: 9
Year: 1980
Make: Santana 35
LOA: 35’
Hull: White
Spin: Blue/White
Skipper: No. of Crew: 7
Year: 1998
Make: J 105
LOA: 34.5’
Hull: White
Spin: White
Club: Sarnia Yacht Club
Cruising
Skipper: Joe McKeown
No. of Crew: 6
Year: 1998
Make: Jeanneau S. O.
LOA: 45.2’
Hull: Blue
BadFish
Bananas
Bernida
Bernoulli
USA 115
Owner(s): Bill Bollin
Sylvania, OH USA
USA 21813
Owner(s): Ted Tulupman
Bloomfield Hills, MI USA
USA 38
Owner(s): Al Declercq
Clinton Township, MI USA
USA 9
Owner(s): Michael J. Elliott
Fenton, MI USA
Club: North Cape Yacht Club
Skipper: Bill Bollin
No. of Crew: 7
Year: 2005
Make: Melges 32
LOA: 32’
Hull: White
Spin: White
Club: Bayview Yacht Club
Skipper: Ted Tulupman
No. of Crew: 9
Year: 1978
Make: NA 40
LOA: 40’
Hull: White
Spin: Yellow/Blue/Red
Skipper: Al Declercq
No. of Crew: 6
Year: 1921
Make: R Boat
LOA: 32’
Hull: White
Spin: White
Club: Huron Yacht Club
Skipper: Michael Elliott
No. of Crew: 6
Year: 1983
Make: Evelyn 32
LOA: 32’
Hull: Blue
Spin: Red
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Blitz
USA 31377
Owner(s): Larry Soutar
Oxford, MI USA
Blue Dog
BlueJay
USA 52520
Owner(s): Daniel Gourash
Avon Lake, OH USA
USA 6052
Owner(s): John McVeety
Alpena, MI USA
Club: Alpena Yacht Club
Skipper: Larry Soutar
No. of Crew: 10
Year: 1982
Make: Peterson 43
LOA: 42’ 3”
Hull: Blue
Spin: White
Club: Cleveland Yachting Club
Skipper: Daniel F. Gourash
No. of Crew: 8
Year: 2005
Make: C&C 115
LOA: 37’ 8”
Hull: Blue
Spin: Blue
Boomerang
Brandilee
Bushwacker
USA 40740
Owner(s): Steve Nadeau
Grosse Pointe, MI USA
USA 25467
Owner(s): Gerald and Frances Anderson
Grosse Pointe Farms, MI USA
USA 40864
Owner(s): Matthew Schriner
Macomb Twp., MI USA
Club: Grosse Pointe Yacht Club
Cruising
Skipper: Steve Nadeau
No. of Crew: 10
Year: 1985
Make: X-402
LOA: 40’
Hull: Green
Skipper: Matthew Schriner
No. of Crew: 7
Year: 1985
Make: S2 9.1
LOA: 29’ 10”
Hull: White
Spin: Red
Skipper: John A. McVeety
No. of Crew: 6
Year: 2005
Make: J 100
LOA: 33’
Hull: Blue
Spin: Blue/White
Club: Bayview Yacht Club/Port
Huron Yacht Club
Skipper: Gerald and Frances Anderson
No. of Crew: 10
Year: 2000
Make: Beneteau First 40.7
LOA: 39.4’
Hull: White
Spin: Multi
Camelot
Capers
Carinthia
Carrera
USA 25459
Owner(s): Ronald L. Konczalski
Grosse Ile, MI USA
USA 5455
Owner(s): Don Hudak
Mentor, OH USA
USA 25497
Owner(s): Frank Kern
USA 52772
Owner(s): Rod Spearin
Troy, MI USA
Club: Grosse Ile Yacht Club
Skipper: Ronald L. Konczalski
No. of Crew: 7
Year: 1979
Make: Tartan 33
LOA: 33’ 9”
Hull: White
Spin: Multi
Club: Mentor Harbor Yacht Club
Skipper: Don Hudak
No. of Crew: 9
Year: 1997
Make: J 120
LOA: 40’
Hull: White
Spin: White/Blue
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Skipper: Frank Kern
No. of Crew: 10
Year: 1998
Make: J 120
LOA: 40’
Hull: White
Spin: White
Club: Crescent Sail Yacht Club/
Bayview Yacht Club
Skipper: Rod Spearin
No. of Crew: 9
Year: 2006
LOA: 36’
Hull: White
Spin: Blue or Green
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Cheekee
Monkee
Catalayst
USA 502
Owner(s): Jeff Bowdish
Bay City, MI USA
Club:
Cruising
Skipper: Jeff Bowdish
No. of Crew: 5
Year: 1981
Make: Hunter 30
LOA: 30’
Hull: White
Spin:
Chippewa
USA 345
Owner(s): Robert Wall
Algonac, MI USA
Skipper: Robert Wall
No. of Crew: 7
Year: 1968
Make: Tartan
LOA: 34’
Hull: Blue
Chico 2
USA 24
Owner(s): Ron White
South Bend, IN USA
USA 35009
Owner(s): Jim Weyand
Livonia, MI USA
Club: Chicago Yacht Club
Division V - Cove Island Multihull
Skipper: Ron White
No. of Crew: 4
Year: 1995
Make: F-31 Modified
LOA: 33’
Hull: White
Spin: White
Skipper: Jim Weyand
No. of Crew: 8
Year: 1998
Make: 1D35
LOA: 35’
Hull: White
Spin: White
Collaboration 2
Comfortably
Numb
USA 51587
Owner(s): Robert Vickery/
Chris Jungmann
Barrington, IL USA
Club: Midwest Offshore Racing Fleet
Skipper: Robert Vickery
No. of Crew: 9
Year: 2001
LOA: 39.3’
Hull: White
Spin: Red/White
USA 25434
Owner(s): Mark Miller
Lake Orion, MI USA
Division III - Shore Course Cruising
Skipper: Mark Miller
No. of Crew: 11
Year: 1987
Make: Beneteau 42 TM SD
LOA: 42’
Hull: White
Spin: White
Contender
Courage
Courtesan
Covert
USA 15560
Owner(s): Gary Graham
USA 5224
Owner(s): Spencer Channell
Grosse Pointe Woods, MI USA
USA 52774
Owner(s): Dane Christy/
David Lockhart
USA 33599
Owner(s): Bill Ryzyi
Washington, MI USA
Skipper: Gary Graham
No. of Crew: 8
Year: 1973
Make: C&C 35 MK1
LOA: 35’
Hull: White
Spin: Blue
Skipper: Spencer Channell
No. of Crew: 6
Year: 1970
Make: Morgan 35
LOA: 35’
Hull: Blue
Spin: Blue
Skipper: Dane Christy/
David Lockhart
No. of Crew: 12
Year: 1997
Make: Farr 49
LOA: 49’
Hull: White
Spin: White
Skipper: Bill Ryzyi
No. of Crew: 10
Year: 1984
Make: C&C 41
LOA: 41’
Hull: White
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Cygnus
D2 (D Squared)
Days End
USA 5231
Owner(s): Chris Greensmith
Sarnia, ONT CAN
USA 25215
Owner(s): Charles and Andrew
Drumm
Lakewood, OH USA
USA 25589
Owner(s): Charles Blaty/Russell
Martinak
Farmington Hills, MI USA
Club: Bayview Yacht Club/Lake
Skipper: Chris Greensmith
No. of Crew: 8
Year: 1970
Make: C&C 35 Mk1
LOA: 35’
Hull: Dark Blue
Spin: White
Defiance
USA 52575
Owner(s): Dale Smirl/Bob
Warnecke
Oak Park, IL USA
Club: CYC
Club: The Cleveland Yachting Club
Skipper: Charles Drumm
No. of Crew: 7
Year: 1990
Make: Thomas 35
LOA: 35’ 4”
Hull: Grey
Spin: Various
Denali
Denali^2
USA 97363
Owner(s): Rick Hennig
Franksville, WI USA
USA 84002
Owner(s): William McKinley
Harbor Springs, MI USA
Club: Racine Yacht Club
Skipper: Rick Hennig
No. of Crew: 16
Year: 1988
Make: Nelson/Marek 68
LOA: 66.81’
Hull: Blue
Spin: Blue/White
Skipper: Dale Smirl/Bob
Warnecke
No. of Crew: 17
Year: 2002
Make: JV 66
LOA: 65.94’
Hull: Blue
Spin: White
Shore Sail Club
Skipper: Charles Blaty
No. of Crew: 5
Year: 1996
Make: Catalina 320
LOA: 32’
Hull: White
Spin: White/Red
Club: BYC/ LTYC
Skipper: William McKinley
No. of Crew: 8
Year: 2012
Make: Carkeek HPR 40
LOA: 40’
Hull: Blue
Spin: White
Details
Detente
Dog Dayz
Dolphin
USA 50045
Owner(s): Lance Smotherman
Harrison Twp., MI USA
USA 50502
Owner(s):Robert Pollock
Holland, OH USA
USA 25379
Owner(s): Daniel
VandenBossche
New Baltimore, MI USA
USA 77
Owner(s):Larry Ruhland
Bay City, MI USA
Skipper: Lance Smotherman
No. of Crew: 14
Year: 1985
Make: SC70
LOA: 68’
Hull: White
Spin: White
Club: North Cape Yacht Club
Cruising
Skipper: Robert Pollock
No. of Crew: 6
Year: 1981
Make: Gulfstar Ketch
LOA: 50’
Hull: White
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Cruising
Skipper: Dan VandenBossche
No. of Crew: 9
Year: 1997
Make: Tartan
LOA: 41’
Hull: White
Club: Tawas Bay Yacht Club
Skipper: Larry Ruhland
No. of Crew: 16
Year: 1973
Make: Mull
LOA: 54’
Hull: Blue
Spin: Blue
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Jeopardy
Dos Mas
USA 49
Owner(s): Gary Gonzalez
Madison Heights, MI USA
Cruising
Skipper: Gary H. Gonzalez
No. of Crew: 10
Year: 2001
Make: J 42
LOA: 42’
Hull: Blue
Dynomy te
USA 73269
Owner(s): Gary Warner
Oxford, MI USA
Club: AYC/ LTYC
Skipper: Gary Warner
No. of Crew: 8
Year: 1988
Make: J 35
LOA: 35’
Hull: White
Spin: White
Double Time
USA 31
Owner(s): Sean Murphy
Detroit, MI USA
CAT 13
Owner(s): Marty Foster
Chesterfield Twp., MI USA
Club: VMYC
Club: Detroit Yacht Club
Skipper: Sean Murphy
No. of Crew: 6
Year: 1978
Make: Tartan 10
LOA: 33’
Hull: Black
Spin: Black/Red/White
Multihull
Skipper: Marty Foster
No. of Crew: 4
Year: 2005
Make: Reynolds
LOA: 33’
Hull: White
Spin: White/Red
Eagle One
Eliminator
USA 22077
Owner(s): Timothy P. LaRiviere
USA 15370
Owner(s): P. Van Tol/ B. Vandevusse
Skipper: Timothy P. LaRiviere
No. of Crew: 2
Year: 1978
Make: S&S
LOA: 45’
Hull: White
Spin: Blue/White
Skipper: Paul Van Tol
No. of Crew: 7
Year: 1975
Make: C&C 35 Mk-II
LOA: 35’
Hull: Black
Spin: Red/Black
En Pointe
Enchante’
Engager
Epic
USA 93096
Owner(s): Frank Kups
Shaker, OH USA
USA 60378
Owner(s): Mark Murray
Ypsilanti, MI USA
USA 25412
Owner(s): Paul Latham
Marysville, MI USA
USA 35427
Owner(s): Ray and Winnie Adams
West Bloomfield, MI USA
Club: Lakeside Yacht Club
Skipper: Frank Kups
No. of Crew: 10
Year: 2000
Make: Dehler 39
LOA: 39’
Hull: Blue
Spin: Red
Club:
Cruising
Skipper: Mark Murray
No. of Crew: 5
Year: 2004
Make: Tayana
LOA: 48’
Hull: White
Skipper: Paul Latham
No. of Crew: 6
Year: 1999
LOA: 39’ 3”
Hull: White
Spin: White/Red
Skipper: Ray Adams
No. of Crew: 12
Year: 1996
Make: Beneteau 42s7
LOA: 41’ 6”
Hull: White
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Equinox
Escapade
USA 323
Owner(s): Alcott/Palm/Anderson
St. Clair Shores, MI USA
USA 25586
Owner(s): John Demers
USA 5041
Owner(s): William Hamilton
Troy, MI USA
Club: Lake Shore Sail Club
Skipper: Bill Alcott
No. of Crew: 17
Year: 2007
Make: STP Farr 65
LOA: 65’
Hull: White
Spin: White
Club: Cleveland Yachting Club
Cruising
Skipper: John Demers
No. of Crew: 6
Year: 1987
Make: Hunter 31
LOA: 31’
Hull: White
Spin: Navy/Lime/White
Cruising
Skipper: William Hamilton
No. of Crew: 5
Year: 1989
Make: Beneteau Oceanis 350
LOA: 33’ 10”
Hull: White
Spin: Blue/Green
Euphoria
Evolution
Falcon
USA 30352
Owner(s): Joey Baker
Macomb, MI USA
USA 70
Owner(s): Kohler/Reichelsdorfer
Sheboygan, WI USA
USA 43828
Owner(s): Bayer/Bayer/Barnes
Cruising
Skipper: Joey Baker
No. of Crew: 7
Year: 1981
Make: Catalina 38
LOA: 38’
Hull: White
Spin: White w/Gray
Club: Sheboygan Yacht Club
Skipper: Kohler/Reichelsdorfer
No. of Crew: 14
Year: 1988
Make: SC70
LOA: 68’
Hull: White
Spin: Blue/White
Skipper: Bayer/Bayer/Barnes
No. of Crew: 8
Year: 1985
Make: J-35
LOA: 35’
Hull: White
Spin: White
Fast Tango
Firewater
Flash
Flyin’ Irish
USA 15004
Owner(s): Tim Prophit
CAN 4207
Owner(s): Andrew Hellenbart,
Tecumseh, ONT CAN
USA 15054
Owner(s):Thomas Riley
Lapeer, MI USA
USA 25363
Owner(s): William Bresser
Skipper: Tim Prophit/
Peter Wenzler
No. of Crew: 9
Year: 1978
Make: NA 40
LOA: 39.73’
Hull: White
Spin: White
Club: South Port Sailing Club
Skipper: Andy Hellenbart
No. of Crew: 8
Year: 1972
Make: C&C 35 MK1
LOA: 35’
Hull: Blue
Spin: Multi
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Club: PHYC
Cruising
Skipper: Tom Riley
No. of Crew: 6
Year: 1979
Make: Santana
LOA: 35’
Hull: White
Spin: Red/White
Club: Detroit Yacht Club/
Port Huron Yacht Club
Skipper: William Bresser
No. of Crew: 10
Year: 1996
Make: J 120
LOA: 40’
Hull: Green
Spin: White
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Flyswatter
Freedom
FreeWay
USA 51170
Owner(s): Mark Pirie
Charlevoix, MI USA
USA 659
Owner(s): James Cooper
USA 10211
Owner(s): Doug Carlson
Club: Lake Shore Sail Club/Grosse
Club: Charlevoix Yacht Club
Division IV - Shore Course
Double Handed
Skipper: Mark Pirie
No. of Crew: 2
Year: 1999
LOA: 39.1’
Hull: White
Spin: Blue/White
Cruising
Skipper: James Cooper
No. of Crew: 9
Year: 1988
Make: Hunter Legend 37
LOA: 37’
Hull: White
Spin: White/Grey
Pointe Sail Club
Cruising
Skipper: Doug Carlson
No. of Crew: 10
Year: 1972
Make: Morgan
LOA: 42’
Hull: White
Spin: Blue/Yellow/White
Gail Force
Gale Runner
Gallivant
USA 61367
Owner(s): Robert Duker
Grosse Pointe, MI, USA
USA 34412
Owner(s): Larry Fair
Fort Gratiot, MI USA
USA 635
Owner(s): Joseph and Paula Butala
Club: Crescent Sail Club/EBC
Skipper: Robert Duker
No. of Crew: 9
Year: 2003
LOA: 36’
Hull: White
Spin: Blue
Club: DSA Double Handed Sailing
Association
Double Handed
Skipper: Larry Fair
No. of Crew: 2
Year: 1985
Make: C&C 29 MkII
LOA: 28.5’
Hull: White
Spin: Red/White
Club: Grosse Pointe Sail Club/Lake
Shore Sail Club
Cruising
Skipper: Joseph Butala
No. of Crew: 7
Year: 1984
Make: Hunter 34
LOA: 34’ 5”
Hull: Blue
Spin: White/Red
Gauntlet
Genesis
George
Gong Show
USA 18188
Owner(s): Guy Hiestand
Grand Rapids, MI USA
USA 15240
Owner(s): Paul Lee
USA 40167
Owner(s): Bill Thomas
Milford, MI USA
CAN 41033
Owner(s):Kyle Griffin
Sarnia, ONT CAN
Club: Macatawa Bay
Yacht Club
Skipper: Guy Hiestand
No. of Crew: 11
Year: 1978
Make: Kaufman
LOA: 44’
Hull: White
Spin: Red
Skipper: Paul Lee
No. of Crew: 11
Year: 1980
Make: Peterson/Islander 40
LOA: 39’ 7”
Hull: White/Grey
Skipper: Bill Thomas
No. of Crew: 6
Year: 1984
Make: Cayenne
LOA: 41’
Hull: Cream
Spin: Red
Skipper: Kyle Griffin
No. of Crew: 7
Year: 1986
Make: Soverel 33
LOA: 33’
Hull: Blue
Spin: Red
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Grizzly
Good Lookin’
Griffin
USA 123
Owner(s): Dean and Lana Walsh
Crosswell, MI USA
USA 69311
Owner(s): Hayward/Huneke/Levin
Okemos, MI USA
USA 25524
Owner(s): Charles M. Bayer, Jr.
Skipper: Richard Huneke
No. of Crew: 10
Year: 1986
Make: J 35
LOA: 35’
Hull: White
Spin: Red/White
Skipper: Charles M. Bayer, Jr.
No. of Crew: 17
Year: 2004
LOA: 36’
Hull: White
Spin: White
Hibernia
High Priorit y 2
Hot Ticket
USA 25627
Owner(s): Greg DeGrazia
Birmingham, MI USA
USA 25411
Owner(s): David Shneider
East Lansing, MI USA
USA 25328
Owner(s): Robert Kirkman
Northville, MI USA
Skipper: Dean Walsh
No. of Crew: 6
Year: 1996
Make: J 105
LOA: 34.5’
Hull: White
Spin: Blue/White
Cruising
Skipper: Gregory DeGrazia
No. of Crew: 7
Year: 2008
Make: Beneteau 40
LOA: 40’
Hull: White
Club: Little Traverse Yacht Club/
Double Handed Sailing Association
Skipper: David Shneider
No. of Crew: 4
Year: 1998
Make: Corsair F31R
LOA: 31’
Hull: White
Spin: Red/Yellow/Blue
Skipper: Michael Kirkman
No. of Crew: 10
Year: 1995
Make: J 120
LOA: 40’
Hull: White
Spin: White/Red
Il Mostro
immisericors
Indigo
Irish Mist
Skipper: Peter Thornton
No. of Crew: 16
Year: 2008
Make: Volvo 70
LOA: 70’
Hull: Black/Red
Spin: Red/White
USA 15259
Owner(s): Tim McGuire
Macomb, MI USA
Club: Lake Shore Sail Club/
Double Handed Sailing
Association
Skipper: Tim McGuire
No. of Crew: 7
Year: 1982
Make: Hughes 35
LOA: 35’ 6”
Hull: Red/White
Spin: White/Red
USA 40456
Owner(s): Sebastian
Emery Scheibert
Sanford, MI USA
USA 6846
Owner(s): David Spiers
USA 1948
Owner(s): Peter Thornton
Chicago, IL USA
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Skipper: Emery Scheibert
No. of Crew: 7
Year: 1985
Make: Farr
LOA: 33’ 10”
Hull: Blue (Indigo)
Club: Edison Boat Club
Division III - Shore
Course Cruising
Skipper: David Spiers
No. of Crew: 8
Year: 1969
Make: Morgan 41 CB
LOA: 41’
Hull: Green
Spin: Yellow/Red
88
Yacht
Showcase
Irresistible too
Its a Zoo
Jalapeno
CAN 152
Owner(s): Gerald and
Joanne Hines
Point Edward, ONT CAN
USA 15057
Owner(s): James F. Shaw
USA 25503
Owner(s): Dave Parkes
Club: GLYC/DSA
Jayhawker
Jeanne Ann
Jester
USA 50666
Owner(s): Dave Sandlin
Sterling Heights, MI USA
USA 278
Owner(s): Larry Petersen
USA 25578
Owner(s): Gregory Horvath
Midland, MI USA
Skipper: Gerald Hines
No. of Crew: 8
Year: 2001
Make: J 120
LOA: 40’
Hull: Blue
Spin: Multi
Shore Sail Club
Skipper: Ken Brown
No. of Crew: 9
Year: 1998
Make: J 120
LOA: 40’
Hull: White
Spin: White
Skipper: James F. Shaw
No. of Crew: 8
Year: 1980
Make: Santana 35
LOA: 35’
Hull: Multi
Spin: White
Club: GLSS
Skipper: Larry Petersen
No. of Crew: 7
Year: 1981
Make: T-10
LOA: 33’
Hull: White
Spin: White
Skipper: Dave Parkes
No. of Crew: 8
Year: 2003
LOA: 36’
Hull: White
Spin: Red/Green
Skipper: Greg Horvath
No. of Crew: 7
Year: 2005
Make: C&C 99
LOA: 32’
Hull: Blue
JS3
Just Chill
Kismet
Knot Yours too
USA 25514
Owner(s): Steven Styles
Marysville, MI USA
USA 5249
Owner(s): David Greene
USA 25455
Owner(s): Art Poppert
USA 25141
Owner(s): Glen Drabant
Ira, MI USA
Double Handed
Skipper: Steven Styles
No. of Crew: 2
Year: 2002
Make: Hunter
LOA: 35’ 6”
Hull: White
Spin: White
Club: GLYC
Course Cruising
Skipper: David Greene
No. of Crew: 7
Year: 1972
Make: C&C 39
LOA: 39’ 6”
Hull: Navy
Spin: White w/Navy
Course Cruising
Skipper: Art Poppert
No. of Crew: 6
Year: 1984
Make: Catalina
LOA: 30’
Hull: Camel
Spin: Light Blue/Dark Blue
Course Cruising
Skipper: Glen Drabant
No. of Crew: 8
Year: 1988
Make: Catalina 38
LOA: 38’
Hull: White
Spin: Red/Blue/White
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Yacht
Showcase
Libert y
Leading Edge
Legend
USA 15019
Owner(s): Mark Bevins
Washington, MI USA
USA 90
Owner(s): Dan Shriner
USA 25656
Owner(s): Robert Bert
North Street, MI USA
Skipper: Dan Shriner
No. of Crew: 8
Year: 2003
LOA: 36.7’
Hull: White
Spin: White
Skipper: Robert Bert
No. of Crew: 11
Year: 1985
Make: Beneteau First 42
LOA: 42’
Hull: White
Spin: Multi
Limerick
Madrugada
Majic Star
USA 15152
Owner(s): Darrell Cope/
Kevin Pearce
Plymouth, MI USA
USA 60409
Owner(s): Richard Corbett
Michiana Shores, IN USA
USA 15025
Owner(s): John Rummel
Club: Cresent Sailing Yacht Club
Skipper: Mark Bevins
No. of Crew: 12
Year: 1978
Make: NA 40
LOA: 40’
Hull: White
Spin: White
Cruising
Skipper: Darrell Cope/Kevin Pearce
No. of Crew: 10
Year: 1983
Make: S2 10.3
LOA: 34’
Hull: Sand
Spin: White
Club: Michigan City Yacht Club
Skipper: Rich Corbett
No. of Crew: 10
Year: 2006
Make: Pacer 42
LOA: 42.33’
Hull: White
Spin: Blue/Multi
Major Detail
Manitou
Manitou
USA 42763
Owner(s): William Vogan
Port Huron, MI USA
USA 143
Owner(s): John Burke
USA 082946
Owner(s): Fred Ball
Skipper: William Vogan
No. of Crew: 10
Year: 1988
Make: J-35
LOA: 35’
Hull: White
Spin: White
Skipper: John C. Burke
No. of Crew: 8
Year: 2004
LOA: 36’
Hull: White
Spin: White/Blue/Turquoise
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Skipper: Tim Summers
No. of Crew: 10
Year: 1976
Make: NA 40
LOA: 40’
Hull: Blue
Spin: Blue
Club: Leland Yacht Club
Multihull
Skipper: Fred Ball
No. of Crew: 5
Year: 1985
Make: Multihull
LOA: 49’ 11”
Hull: White
Spin: White
Margaret
Rintoul IV
KA 3928
Owner(s): Andrew Kiteley
Katy, TX USA
Skipper: Andrew Kiteley
No. of Crew: 16
Year: 1984
Make: Frers
LOA: 49’ 6”
Hull: Blue
Spin: Blue/White
out & about
“One Of The Top ten Islands
In The World.”~Conde Nast Traveler
What to Wear
Day–Smart casual, blue
jeans or khakis and
T-shirts. Bring rain
gear and a good pair
of walking shoes.
Nightlife–Casual city
chic. Upscale resort attire.
Black tie for fine dining.
Getting Around
Mackinac
Island
It’s an Island suspended in a forgotten, more
innocent time. Relive the simple pleasures of life.
Horse-drawn taxis are a way of life and a fun way to get around. Whistling or waving down a taxi is not the way to
get a ride. Taxis are radio dispatched and can be ordered by calling (906) 847-3323, ask the front desk staff or your
bartender to order one up, or stop at the downtown taxi office on Main Street at end of Astor Street. Rates start at
$4.75/person each way.
Walking–The Island is very walkable. Enjoy strolling Main and Market Streets which encompass about five city blocks.
The Island circumference is 8.2 level miles and takes about 3.5 hours to circumnavigate. Walking up to Grand Hotel
or on the lake shore to Mission Point Resort takes around 15-20 minutes. For a quicker solution, renting bicycles or a
“drive-yourself-buggy” are both ideal to view the shoreline trail.
Biking–Biking the eight mile island circumference is a time-honored tradition. Visitors may bring bicycles, and bike
rentals abound. The M-185 shoreline drive has mile markers and signs pointing out natural features. Enjoy the architectural riding tours of East and West Bluff homes. Guided tours available.
Shopping
This is a shopper’s paradise! Four small malls
encompass everything from souvenirs to the
exotic. The Gate House Courtyard Shops overflow
with great finds. Shop downtown’s great clothing,
toy, and jewelry stores, plus fine home gifts and
souvenir shops. Contemporary art galleries
sell the works of local artists.
Fudge Shops
Fudge remains the island’s most popular and
tastiest souvenir. The flavors are unworldly. Follow
the mouthwatering aromas to many of the island’s
shops for a taste and a fudge making demonstration.
Eateries
From the historic hotels and their world-renowned
chefs to the quaint little eateries tucked away in
special places around the island, explore the wide
range of cuisines. Prices range from economical to
extravagant. The Mackinac Island Dining Guide
is available at the Tourism Bureau on Main Street
or online from www.mackinacisland.org.
The Great Outdoors
Mackinac Island State Park–Admired
for its natural beauty with miles of aweinspiring nature trails for hiking, biking
and horseback riding. Great variety of
niches supporting over six hundred species
of plants, wildflowers and birds. Visit Arch
Rock, Devil’s Kitchen, Sugar Loafe, and
Skull Cave. Picnic tables. Complimentary
maps available at Mackinac Island Tourism
Bureau downtown. Most paved trails are
easily accessed for persons with disabilities.
Visit www.mackinacparks.com
Marquette Park–Beneath Fort Mackinac’s
ramparts. Newly re-designed playground.
Larger-than-life statue of Father Marquette.
Great Turtle Park–Located in the center
of the island. Soccer field, baseball field,
volleyball court, skateboard park, playground, BBQ and picnic tables. Restrooms.
Entertainment
The nightlife is alive on the island! Everything from
Big Band and ballroom dancing at the Grand Hotel
to pubs with DJs, guitarists, piano bars, jazz, classic
rock, and even comedy. The best way to find out
what’s happening nightly is to stop by the Mackinac
Island Tourism Bureau or pick up the Mackinac
Island Town Crier newspaper for the current listings.
Mission Point Resort Theatre–First run
movies Monday, Friday and Saturday. Tickets
available at the door or at Mission Point Resort
activities center. Refreshments available.
Listings for restaurants, lodging,
shopping and more, visit:
www.mackinacisland.org
Itinerary Ideas!
•Stop by the Mackinac Island Tourism Bureau
downtown Main Street. Pick up a map and
dining guide. Ask about events.
•Rent bikes and go around the Island (2 hours).
•Night golf at the Greens of Mackinac.
•Horse-drawn sightseeing with Mackinac Island
Carriage Tours including Surrey Hills Carriage
Museum and Wings of Mackinac butterfly exhibit
(2-3 hours).
•Take a stop at Historic Fort Mackinac (2 hours).
•Visit downtown historic buildings: Blacksmith
Shop, American Fur Company Store and Biddle
House (1 1/2 hours).
•Enjoy galleries and shopping on Market Street.
•Pick up fudge and postcards.
•Watch the sunset from the boardwalk.
•Haunts of Mackinac nightly tour (1 hour).
•Dress up and go dancing at Grand Hotel.
•Explore the Mackinac Island Butterfly House
and St. Anne’s Church Museum (1-2 hours).
•Haunted Theatre and Wax Museum (1/2 hour).
•Tour Grand Hotel (2 hours or more).
•Take in the Stu Stuart Comedy Show.
•Enjoy salon, spa and massage services.
•Visit the Tower Maritime Museum (1 hour).
•Dinner, drinks and music downtown.
•Take a private carriage tour (1-2 hours).
•Catch the views with Mackinac Parasailing.
•Plan a group hayride.
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Mackinac
Island
out & about
Historic Sites
British Landing–Overlooks Fort Mackinac.
Fort Mackinac–Tip of Southern bluff, overlooks a breathtaking view.
Daily re-enactments, interactive displays, tours and demonstrations.
Historic Walking Tours–Cottages, inns, lodges, resorts and churches,
1800s-early 1900s.
Museums
The Richard and Jane Manoogian Mackinac Art Museum–From
Native American baskets to present-day paintings. Interactive displays,
hands-on activities. Kids’ Art Studio. A must see.
Surrey Hills Carriage Museum–Operated by Mackinac Island
Carriage Tours on Market Street. Antique carriages with a working
blacksmith shop. Free demonstrations. Food, souvenirs, picnic grounds.
St. Anne’s Church–Museum of religious history of the island.
Stuart House Museum–Location of John Jacob Astor’s fur trading
in 1800s. Admission by donation. (906)-847-8181 www.cityofmi.org.
The Tower Museum–At Mission Point Resort. Rich maritime history
of shipwrecks and lighthouses. One of island’s best views.
Sports
tennis–Three island facilities.
Public courts–Located behind Fort Mackinac.
Grand Hotel–Clay courts. By appointment. Fee for non-guests.
Mission Point Resort–By appointment to resort guests.
Golf–Three courses open to the public. Club rentals available.
Reservations suggested.
Wawashkamo–Rough natural terrain. Par-3s, 4s and 5s. Second set of
tees changes the distances to play 18 holes. Cart rentals. (906) 847-3871
www.wawashkamo.com
Grand Hotel–Two picturesque nine-hole courses, known together as
the Jewel. Short holes. Carts included with greens fee. Grand Nine overlooks Straits of Mackinac, feels like ultimate executive course. The back
Woods Nine is a golfer’s private escape. Grand Hotel (800) 33-GRAND
www.grandhotel.com.
The Greens of Mackinac–At Mission Point Resort. 18 challenging
holes with sculptured greens overlooking the Straits of Mackinac.
(906) 847-3312 www.missionpoint.com.
Island Safety
Ambulances, police cars and fire trucks are permitted vehicles.
Emergencies–dial 911
Mackinac Island Police Department–(906) 847-3300.
Mackinac Island Medical Center–Open 24 hours.
General Safety–Obey all traffic rules. Use sidewalks, look both ways
before crossing the street (yep, mom was right). Stay to the right while
bicycling, or on the left when passing—just like the freeway. When
passing on a bike, look around before proceeding, let other riders know
you are passing by saying something like “passing on your left.”
Horse Safety–Most important Island rule to observe is: give all horses
the right of way and plenty of space. Unlike an automobile, horses cannot
stop on a dime, so be cautious when passing on foot or bicycle. Never
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Activities
Great Turtle Toys & Caddywampus–Kite flying is an Island tradition.
Kite demonstrations at Windermere Point and/or Mission Point.
Haunts of Mackinac Tour–Ghostly happenings on the Island? The SyFy
channel’s Ghost Hunters say … indeed! Tour includes paranormal stories
found in the bestseller, Haunts of Mackinac by Todd Clements.
The Haunted Theatre and Wax Museum–Scary fun for all.
www.mackinachauntedtheatre.com
Professor Harry’s Old Time Photos–Costumes from the Wild West
and the Victorian eras. Reservations suggested for groups. (906)-847-6000.
Vintage Baseball Game–A July tradition. Played by “gentlemen’s rules”
of olden days. At Scout Barraks at Fort Mackinac. Catered by Grand Hotel.
Live brass band.
Governor’s Summer Residence Tours–Michigan’s governors’ weekend
getaway since 1945. Free. No reservation required.
HorseBack riding/stables
Jack’s Livery–Mahoney Avenue. Rent a “Drive-yourself-buggy.”
(906) 847-3391 www.jacksliverystable.com.
Cindy’s Riding Stables–Horseback riding. (906)-847-3572
www.cindysridingstable.com.
Chambers Riding Stable–Market Street and Cadotte Avenue. Pony rides.
Grand Hotel Stables–Open daily to the public.
group Hayrides
Mackinac Island Carriage Tours–(906) 847-3307 www.mict.com.
Cannonball Drive Inn–Offers group BBQ. (906)-847-0932
www.CannonballMackinacIsland.com.
Butterfly houses–Stroll through a garden of live butterflies.
The Mackinac Island Butterfly House–(906) 847-3972
www.originalbutterflyhouse.com.
Wings of Mackinac Butterfly Conservatory–At Surrey Hill.
(906) 847-9464 www.wingsofmackinac.com
Houses of Worship–Schedules available in the Town Crier newspaper,
at the Mackinac Island Tourism Bureau Booth.
touch a horse without asking the driver first. Never approach any horse
from the back or sides, often horses sleep standing up, and can be startled.
Swimming Safety–Swimming shoes/sandals are a necessity on the r
ocky shore and bottom. The east side of the Island is shallow and best for
children. The south side is for experienced swimmers. No lifeguards on
duty. Swim at your own risk.
Persons with Disabilities–the city permits electric wheelchairs or
Amigo style scooters, which are available at many bike rentals. If you are
unsure if your own electric scooter will be permitted, contact the island
police at (906) 847-3300. Horse-drawn carriages and taxis require a person
to be able to stand and climb up approximately two stairs to enter and
exit the carriage. Mackinac Island Carriage Tours has one carriage that is
wheelchair accessible. Reservations 24 hrs. in advance (906)-847-3307.
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Yacht
Showcase
Marisia
Marksman
USA 134
Owner(s): Marcos De Lorenzo Tonndorf
Novi, MI USA
USA 15381
Owner(s): Brian Lang
Club: Great Lakes Yacht Club/Lake
Skipper: Marcos De Lorenzo Tonndorf
No. of Crew: 5
Year: 1972
Make: Allied Seabreeze 35
LOA: 35’
Hull: White
Spin: White w/Marine Blue; Yellow Stripes
Shore Sail Club
Skipper: Brian R. Lang
No. of Crew: 9
Year: 1973
Make: Islander
LOA: 36’
Hull: Navy
Spin: Rainbow/Blue/White
Mattali
USA 104
Owner(s): Scott Jones
Port Huron, MI USA
Cruising
Skipper: Scott Jones
No. of Crew: 7
Year: 1984
Make: C&C 37
LOA: 37’ 7”
Hull: White
Spin: Multi
McRags
Melange
Miriah
USA 44529
Owner(s): Larry Peters
Bay City, MI USA
USA 146
Owner(s): Stephen Hicks
USA 25431
Owner(s): Michael Mahar
Cruising
Skipper: Larry Peters
No. of Crew: 7
Year: 2010
Make: Catalina
LOA: 44’5”
Hull: White
Spin: Blue
Momentum
USA 15342
Owner(s): Romer
Club: Crescent Sail Yacht
Club/Lake Shore Sail CLub
Cruising
Skipper: Rick and Renee Romer
No. of Crew: 7
Year: 1979
Make: Tartan
LOA: 37’
Hull: White
Spin: Multi
Cruising
Skipper: Stephen Hicks
No. of Crew: 9
Year: 1985
Make: Hood 38
LOA: 38’
Hull: White
Spin: White/Blue
Club: Great Lakes Yacht Club
Cruising
Skipper: Michael Mahar
No. of Crew: 3
Year: 1987
Make: Jeanneau 33
LOA: 33’
Hull: White
Spin: Blue/Grey/White
Mostly
Harmless
Mr. Bill’s
Wild Ride
USA 25668
Owner(s): Lee Smith
USA 42968
Owner(s): Bill Wildner Jr.
Cruising
Skipper: Wick Smith
No. of Crew: 10
Year: 1983
Make: Beneteau 42
LOA: 42’
Hull: Blue
Spin: White
Mystery
Skipper: William Wildner
No. of Crew: 10
Year: 1990
Make: J 35
LOA: 35’
Hull: White
Spin:
CAN 4151
Owner(s): S. Jay/C. Carruthers
Point Edward, ONT Canada
Skipper: Stephen Jay
No. of Crew: 7
Year: 1971
Make: C&C 35 MK1
LOA: 35’
Hull: Black
Spin: Red/White/Black
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Mystic
Mystic 3
Natalie J
USA 25658
Owner(s): Dennis Dettmer
USA 43881
Owner(s): Fred Wilhelm
USA 25589
Owner(s): O’Niel/O’Niel
Club: Storm Trysail Club
Skipper: Dennis A. Dettmer
No. of Crew: 8
Year: 2006
Make: Beneteau 473
LOA: 46’ 9”
Hull: Blue
Spin: Gray
Nauti Boys
USA 25329
Owner(s): Ed Vermet/John Hughes
Skipper: Vermet/Hughes
No. of Crew: 10
Year: 1996
Make: J120
LOA: 40’
Hull: White
Club: Crescent Sail Yacht Club/
Bayview Yacht Club
Skipper: Fred Wilhelm
No. of Crew: 8
Year: 1993
Make: Dobroth
LOA: 41’
Hull: Blue
Spin: Blue
Skipper: Philip D. O’Niel III, D.D.S.
No. of Crew: 13
Year: 2006
Make: TransPac 52
LOA: 52’
Hull: White
Spin: White
Nelda Ray
Nereus
USA 009
Owner(s): Pete Pattullo
Longview, TX USA
USA 52308
Owner(s): Glenn Weier
Waterford, MI USA
Club: Longview Yacht Club/Texas
Offshore Multihull Association
Skipper: Peter R. Pattullo
No. of Crew: 5
Year: 2005
Make: Farrier F33R Trimaran
LOA: 33’
Hull: White
Spin: Royal Blue
Skipper: Glenn Weier
No. of Crew: 6
Year: 2004
Make: Jeanneau
LOA: 35’
Hull: White
Spin: Blue/White
Night Moves
No Rebase
nosurprise
Notorious
USA 25999
Owner(s): Henry Mistele
USA 22391
Owner(s): Linda and Ralph
Richards
Troy, MI USA
USA 60611
Owner(s): David Irish
CAN 3005
Owner(s): Kevin Brown
Toronto, ONT CAN
Skipper: Henry Mistele
No. of Crew: 10
Year: 1998
Make: J 120
LOA: 40’
Hull: Blue
Spin: White
Skipper: Ralph Richards
No. of Crew: 7
Year: 1978
Make: Tartan 10
LOA: 33’
Hull: White
Spin: White/Red
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Club: Little Traverse Yacht Club
Skipper: David Irish
No. of Crew: 5
Year: 2011
Make: J 111
LOA: 36’
Hull: White
Spin: Red
Club: National Yacht Club
Skipper: Kevin Brown
No. of Crew: 6
Year: 1997
Make: Farr 30
LOA: 30.94’
Hull: White
Spin: White or Red
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Yacht
Showcase
Notso EZ Money
Notorious
Ollie
USA 25438
Owner(s): Ron and Donna Whalen
Royal Oak, MI USA
USA
Owner(s): Michael Medwid
Commerce Twp., MI USA
T 1
Owner(s): Tim Walli/Dave Sturm
Bay City, MI USA
Club: Great Lakes Yacht Club/Lake
Shore Sail Club
Skipper: Ronald K. Whalen
No. of Crew: 8
Year: 2000
Make: Beneteau 40
LOA: 39’ 3”
Hull: White
Spin: White/Red/Grey/Plum
Skipper: Gary H. Gonzalez
No. of Crew: 1
Year: 2007
Make: Dehler 44 SQ
LOA: 44.94’
Hull: Dark Blue
Spin:
Club: Saginaw Bay Yacht Racing
Association
Skipper: Tim Walli
No. of Crew: 3
Year: 1984
Make: Gougeon
LOA: 35’
Hull: White
Spin: White/Pink/Blue
Oriana
Outlet Express
USA 3792
Owner(s): Peter Wollschlaeger
Okemos, MI USA
Club:
USA 41046
Owner(s): Ken Block
Richmond Hts., OH USA
Club: Edgewater Yacht Club
Passinthru
Double Handed
Skipper: Peter B. Wollschlaeger
No. of Crew: 2
Year: 1978
Make: Islander
LOA: 36’ 1”
Hull: Navy Blue
Spin: White/Blue/Red/Yellow
Skipper: Ken Block
No. of Crew: 9
Year: 1986
Make: Express 37
LOA: 37’
Hull: White
Spin: White/Blue
USA 15332
Owner(s): Eric Slack
Club: PHYC
Skipper: Matt Sealy/Eric Slack
No. of Crew: 7
Year: 1979
Make: Tartan 10
LOA: 33’
Hull: Biege
Spin: Multi
Patriot
Patriot
Pendragon
Pendragon
USA 51678
Owner(s): Ken Sharpe
Clinton Twp., MI USA
USA 69138
Owner(s): Lyndon Lattie Jr.
Grand Blanc, MI USA
USA 26226
Owner(s): G. Thomas/J. Trost
USA 60360
Owner(s): Chris Gerkin
Skipper: Ken Sharpe
No. of Crew: 8
Year: 2002
Make: Beneteau First 36.7’
LOA: 36’
Hull: White
Spin: White
Double Handed
Skipper: Lyndon Lattie
No. of Crew: 2
Year: 1982
Make: J 29
LOA: 29’
Hull: Red
Spin: White/Red
Skipper: G. Thomas/J. Trost
No. of Crew: 12
Year: 1978
Make: Contessa
LOA: 43’
Hull: Black
Spin: White
Cruising
Skipper: Chris Gerkin
No. of Crew: 8
Year: 1988
Make: Elite 364
LOA: 36’
Hull: Black
Spin: Grey/White
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Phoenix
Pirana
Pirate
USA 15351
Owner(s): John S. Gabriel
Cruising
Skipper: John Gabriel
No. of Crew: 7
Year: 1974
Make: Ranger 37
LOA: 37’
Hull: Blue
Spin: Blue/Red
USA 566
Owner(s): C.J. Ruffing
Detroit, MI USA
Double Handed
Skipper:
No. of Crew: 8
Year: 2001
Make: J-105
LOA: 34’ 5”
Hull: White
Spin: White
USA 25664
Owner(s): Jeff Henderson
Clarkston, MI USA
Pogo
Polarit y
Pororoca
USA 32684
Owner(s): Murphy Palmer
USA 15142
Owner(s): Fred Bellamy
Skipper: Fred Bellamy
No. of Crew: 10
Year: 1982
Make: C&C 40 SD
LOA: 40’
Hull: White
Spin: White
Praeceptor
USA 13106
Owner(s): Theodore Mayer
Skipper: Theodore G. Mayer, MD.
No. of Crew: 8
Year: 1973
Make: C&C 35 MK1
LOA: 35’
Hull: Red
Skipper: Murphy Palmer
No. of Crew: 9
Year: 1984
Make: J 36
LOA: 36’
Hull: White
Spin: White/Blue
Promotion
USA 50996
Owner(s): Tim Schley
Fraser, MI USA
Skipper: Tim Schley
No. of Crew: 14
Year: 1991
Make: Frers
LOA: 50’
Hull: Blue
Spin: White
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Club: Bayview Yacht Club/NSSC
Cruising
Skipper: Com. Jeff Henderson
No. of Crew: 7
Year: 1992
Make: Beneteau Moorings 405
LOA: 39’9”
Hull: Blue
Spin:
USA 77984
Owner(s): John Robbins
Port Huron, MI USA
Skipper: John Robbins
No. of Crew: 13
Year: 1983
Make: Nelson Marek
LOA: 68’
Hull: White
Spin: White
Prosecco
Pterodact yl
CAN 2179
Owner(s): Leon Irish
Hampton, ONT CAN
USA 617
Owner(s): Mark Symonds
Club: Whitby Yacht Club
Course Cruising
Skipper: Leon Irish
No. of Crew: 5
Year: 2004
Make: Catalina 36 Mk2
LOA: 36’
Hull: White
Spin: Blue/Yellow
Skipper: Symonds
No. of Crew: 7
Year: 2003
Make: J 105
LOA: 34’ 5”
Hull: White
Spin: Multi
88
Yacht
Showcase
Rascal
Ragtime
Rampage
CAN 32756
Owner(s): Allan Schmidt
Sarnia, ONT CAN
USA 420
Owner(s): Matt Haglund
East Tawas, MI USA
CAN 34850
Owner(s): Jamie Guggisberg
Point Edward, ONT CAN
Skipper: Matt Haglund
No. of Crew: 5
Year: 2002
Make: J 105
LOA: 34’ 6”
Hull: White
Spin: White
Skipper: Jamie Guggisberg
No. of Crew: 8
Year: 1985
Make: Abbott 36
LOA: 36’
Hull: Beige
Spin: Red
Red Iguana
Regardless
USA 25620
Owner(s): Mark Nagel
USA 5133
Owner(s): Daniel Padilla
Relentless
Skipper: Allan Schmidt
No. of Crew: 8
Year: 1984
Make: J 35
LOA: 35’
Hull: White
Spin: Blue
Skipper: Mark Nagel
No. of Crew: 6
Year: 2008
LOA: 36’
Hull: White
Spin: White
Skipper: D. Padilla
No. of Crew: 9
Year: 1970
Make: C&C 35 MK1
LOA: 35’
Hull: Green
Spin: White
USA 56565
Owner(s): Mark Hagan
Traverse City, MI USA
Club: GTYC
Skipper: Mark Hagan
No. of Crew: 8
Year: 2000
Make: Schock 40
LOA: 40’
Hull: Blue
Spin: White
Retention
Revelry
Rowdy
Rush
USA 410
Owner(s): Mark Croll
Chicago, IL USA
USA 25670
Owner(s): Bill Snyder
USA 42418
Owner(s): Val A. Saph
Marine City, MI USA
USA 32272
Owner(s): Rush Racing
Syndicate
Bay City, MI USA
Skipper: Mark Croll
No. of Crew:6
Year: 2002
Make: LS-10
LOA: 33’
Hull: White
Spin: Blue
Cruising
Skipper: Bill Snyder
No. of Crew: 6
Year: 2007
Make: Beneteau 343
LOA: 35’ 5”
Hull: White
Spin: White/Green
Skipper: Val A. Saph
No. of Crew: 10
Year: 1989
Make: Thomas 35
LOA: 35’
Hull: White
Skipper: Dan Witucki
No. of Crew: 6
Year: 1984
Make: Evelyn
LOA: 32’
Hull: White
Spin: Red/White
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Sagitta
Saralysia
Say Uncle
USA 25580
Owner(s): Jon Somes and
Larry Oswald
USA 566
Owner(s): Port Sanilac Marina
Port Sanilac, MI USA
Skipper: Jon Somes/Larry Oswald
No. of Crew: 10
Year: 1990
Make: J 44
LOA: 44’
Hull: Blue
Spin: White/Red
Club: Bark Shanty Sail Club
Cruising
Skipper: Chester S. Kolascz
No. of Crew: 6
Year: 2009
Make: Hunter 49
LOA: 49’
Hull: White
Spin: Green/Blue
USA US 117
Owner(s): Kevin Lemonds
Grosse Ile, MI USA
Sea Fever
Sea Wise
Seagoing
USA 952
Owner(s): Charles Weiss
USA 25006
Owner(s): Dean Balcirak/
Tom Burleson
Skipper: Charles Weiss
No. of Crew: 5
Year: 1967
Make: Bristol
LOA: 27’
Hull: Light Green
Spin: White
Skipper: Dean Balcirak
No. of Crew: 9
Year: 1985
Make: J 34
LOA: 34’
Hull: White
Spin: White/Green
Serenit y
USA 15473
Owner(s): Carl Sommers
Presque Isle, MI USA
Double Handed
Skipper: Carl Sommers
No. of Crew: 2
Year: 1976
Make: Tartan 30 C
LOA: 30’
Hull: Light Blue
Spin: Blue/Green
Club: Grosse Ile Yacht Club
Skipper: Kevin Lemonds
No. of Crew: 7
Year: 1997
Make: Henderson 30
LOA: 30’
Hull: White
USA 26601
Owner(s): John Seago
Grosse Pointe Shores, MI USA
Skipper: John Seago
No. of Crew: 11
Year: 1979
Make: NA 40
LOA: 40’
Hull: White
Spin: Maize/Blue
Shape
Shenanigan
USA 23756
Owner(s): Win Cooper III/
Chris Benedict
Flint, MI USA
USA 25208
Owner(s): Dick and Dan
Synowiec
Grosse Ile, MI USA
Club: Port Huron Yacht Club/
Mackinac Island Yacht Club
Skipper: Win Cooper III/
Chris Benedict
No. of Crew: 8
Year: 1979
Make: Santana 35
LOA: 35’
Hull: White
Spin: Multi
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Club: Ford Yacht Club
Skipper: Dick and Dan
Synowiec
No. of Crew: 8
Year: 1988
Make: J 33
LOA: 33’ 5”
Hull: White
Spin: White/Blue/Green
Sin Duda!
USA 28252
Owner(s): Lindsey Duda
Chicago, IL USA
Skipper: Leon Irish
No. of Crew: 11
Year: 1994
Make: Santa Cruz 52
LOA: 53.02’
Hull: White
Spin: Silver/White
88
Yacht
Showcase
Sleeping Tiger
Siochail
Slainte
USA 10380
Owner(s): Brian Geraghty
Grosse Pointe Shores, MI USA
USA 332
Owner(s): Joseph Kar
Cruising
Skipper: Joseph Kar
No. of Crew: 7
Year: 1987
Make: Catalina
LOA: 34’ 6”
Hull: White
Spin: Green/White/Orange
Skipper: John Harvey
No. of Crew: 8
Year: 1986
Make: Sabre 34 Mk 2
LOA: 34’ 2”
Hull: Cream
Spin: Blue/White
Snipe
Solution
Solutions
USA 25326
Owner(s): Dennis Meagher
Roseville, MI USA
USA 40025
Owner(s): William Francis
Club: Bayview Yacht Club/Grosse
Skipper: Brian Geraghty
No. of Crew: 9
Year: 1971
Make: C&C 35 MK1
LOA: 35’
Hull: Blue
Skipper: Denny Meagher
No. of Crew: 8
Year: 1991
Make: Thomas 35
LOA: 35’
Hull: White
Spin: White
Pointe Sail Club
Skipper: Bill Francis
No. of Crew: 9
Year: 1998
Make: Farr 40 OD
LOA: 40.7’
Hull: White
Spin: White/Red
Sorceress
Sorcery
CAN 34433
Owner(s): Luke Brockman
Wolverine Lake, MI USA
USA 423
Owner(s): Larry & Brian Smith
Club: SouthPort Sailing Club
Skipper: Luke Brockman
No. of Crew: 7
Year: 1986
Make: X-Yachts 102
LOA: 33’
Hull: Red
Spin: White
Club: Bayview Yacht Club/Great
Lakes Yacht Club
Skipper: Larry and Brian Smith
No. of Crew: 7
Year: 2000
Make: J 105
LOA: 34.5’
Hull: White
Spin: Blue/White
USA 15634
Owner(s): John Harvey/Charlie Horner
USA 25608
Owner(s): Mark Craig
Cruising
Skipper: Mark Craig
No. of Crew: 9
Year: 2006
Make: Jeanneau Sun Odessey
LOA: 45’
Hull: Blue
Sparkle
CAN 5226
Owner(s): Peter E. Carson
London, ONT CAN
Skipper: Peter E. Carson
No. of Crew: 8
Year: 1970
Make: C&C 35 MK1
LOA: 35’
Hull: Red
Spin: Red/White
Special-K
USA 25232
Owner(s): Melia Carter
Saginaw, MI USA
Club: Bay City Yacht Racing
Association
Skipper: Bill O’Rourke
No. of Crew: 6
Year: 1989
Make: J-35
LOA: 35’
Hull: White
Spin: Stunning
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Spectre
Spirit
Spirit Walker
USA 33623
Owner(s): B. and G .Schappe
CAN 16541
Owner(s): Jim Bennett
Sarnia, ONT CAN
USA 28380
Owner(s): Vern Mccain
South Haven, MI USA
Steelin’ Gold
Stella Maris
Strings
USA 25161
Owner(s): W. White/W. Mosher
USA 15266
Owner(s): Jim Hudnut
Troy, MI USA
X 12
Owner(s): Jan Gougeon
Bay City, MI USA
Club: Grosse Pointe Sail Club/
Bayview Yacht Club
Skipper: Dr. Robert Schappe
No. of Crew: 10
Year: 1983
Make: Frers F3
LOA: 36’
Hull: White
Spin: Blue/Yellow
Skipper: W. White/W. Mosher
No. of Crew: 9
Year: 1988
Make: J 35
LOA: 35’
Hull: Blue
Spin: Multi
Skipper: Jim Bennett
No. of Crew: 8
Year: 1973
Make: C&C 35 MK1
LOA: 35’
Hull: White
Spin: White/Blue
Shore Sail Club
Skipper: Jim Hudnut JR. (JR)
No. of Crew: 8
Year: 1972
Make: Morgan
LOA: 38’
Hull: White
Spin: Blue/Grey/White
Stripes
Sundance
USA 25168
Owner(s): Bill Martin
Ann Arbor, MI USA
USA 15011
Owner(s): John Gillis Jr.
Detroit, MI USA
Skipper: Bill Martin
No. of Crew: 13
Year: 1986
Make: SC70
LOA: 68’
Hull: White
Spin: Red/White
Club: Bayview Yacht Club/MIYC
Skipper: Jack Gillis
No. of Crew: 7
Year: 1978
Make: NA 40
LOA: 40’
Hull: White
Spin: Red/Yellow
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Club: Muskegon Yacht Club
Skipper: Vern Mccain
No. of Crew: 10
Year: 1994
Make: B&H 41
LOA: 40’ 5”
Hull: White
Spin: Various
Multihull
Skipper: Jan Gougeon
No. of Crew: 3
Year: 2011
Make: Multihull
LOA: 40’
Hull: White
Spin: White
Surface
Tension
USA 64986
Owner(s): Jeffrey Schaefer
Elm Grove, WI USA
Club: Racine Yacht Club
Skipper: Jeffrey S. Schaefer
No. of Crew: 8
Year: 1995
Make: Nelson/Marek
LOA: 36’
Hull: White
Spin: Red
Talisman
USA 482
Owner(s): Bruce Aikens
Skipper: Bruce Aikens
No. of Crew: 15
Year: 2004
Make: Botin/Carkeek 58
LOA: 58’
Hull: Grey
Spin: Multi
88
Yacht
Showcase
The Red Boat
Tar Baby
TAZ
USA 21827
Owner(s): Don Lang
USA 31126
Owner(s): Hanson Bratton
USA 23
Owner(s): John Vermeulen
Third Wind
Thirst y Tiger
Thunder
US 34
Owner(s): Chris Herriges
USA USA 87666
Owner(s): Rick Grow/Chas
Bayer Jr./Clas Nilstoft
Club: Bayview Yacht Club/LTYC
Skipper: Donald Lang
No. of Crew: 8
Year: 1978
Make: Tartan 10
LOA: 33’
Hull: Black
Spin: Red/White
Cruising
Skipper: Chris Herriges
No. of Crew: 8
Year: 1993
Make: Tartan 3500
LOA: 35’
Hull: White
Spin: White
Time
Machine
USA 40937
Owner(s): Robert Gordenker
Ann Arbor, MI USA
Club: North Cape Yacht Club/
Albatross Yacht Club
Skipper: Robert Gordenker
No. of Crew: 10
Year: 1986
Make: J 35
LOA: 35’
Hull: White
Double Handed
Skipper: Hanson Bratton
No. of Crew: 1
Year: 1981
Make: Tartan Ten
LOA: 33’
Hull: White
Spin: White
Skipper: RickGrow/Chas
Bayer Jr./Clas Nilstoft
No. of Crew: 14
Year: 1985
Make: SC 70
LOA: 68’
Hull: Red
Spin: White/Red
Tir Na Nog
USA 5290
Owner(s): Steven Sheppard
Grand Blanc, MI USA
Skipper: Steven Sheppard
No. of Crew: 6
Year: 1971
Make: C&C 35 MK1
LOA: 35’
Hull: Green
Spin: White/Green/Orange
Skipper: John Vermeulen
No. of Crew: 6
Year: 1996
Make: Farr 30
LOA: 30’
Hull: Red
Spin: Red/Blue
USA 6759
Owner(s): Stuart Keys
De Pere, WI USA
Club: Marinette/Menominee
Yacht Club
Double Handed
Skipper: Stuart Keys
No. of Crew: 2
Year: 1978
Make: Peterson 34
LOA: 34’
Hull: White
Spin: White/Blue
Titan
USA 25633
Owner(s): Aitken/Schultes/
Dumouchelle
Skipper: Aitken/Schultes/
Dumouchelle
No. of Crew: 11
Year: 1985
Make: C&C 41
LOA: 41’
Hull: White
Spin: Blue/White
Traitor
CAN 5166
Owner(s): David R. Keys
Skipper: David R. Keys
No. of Crew: 7
Year: 1972
Make: C&C 35 MK1
LOA: 34.58’
Hull: Blue
Spin: Green/White/Blue
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Tribute
Trick Shot
Tsunami
USA 25008
Owner(s): Marc Rosenthal
USA 25079
Owner(s): Joseph Shotwell
Bay City, MI USA
USA 4215
Owner(s): Stephen Polk
Turn The Page
Twisted
Unplugged
USA 791
Owner(s): Larry Walters
Cadillac, MI USA
USA 32998
Owner(s): Rentaboat Ltd.
Bay City, MI USA
USA 25
Owner(s): Tim Clayson
Club: Bark Shanty Sail Club
Skipper: Dr. Marc Rosenthal
No. of Crew: 8
Year: 1985
Make: Hunter
LOA: 34’
Hull: White
Cruising
Skipper: Larry Walters
No. of Crew: 6
Year: 1979
Make: O’Day 28
LOA: 28’
Hull: White w/Blue Trim
Spin: Blue/White
Skipper: Joe Shotwell
No. of Crew: 6
Year: 1987
Make: Mirage 338
LOA: 33.3’
Hull: White
Spin: White
Skipper: William H. Darbee
No. of Crew: 8
Year: 1984
Make: J/N 40
LOA: 40’
Hull: Silver
Spin: Multi
Skipper: Stephen Polk
No. of Crew: 8
Year: 2007
Make: NYYC Swan 42
LOA: 42’
Hull: White
Spin: White
Skipper: Tim Clayson
No. of Crew: 6
Year: 2011
Make: J 111
LOA: 36.5’
Hull: White
Spin: White/Blue
Vanguard
Velero VII
Vortices
Voyager
USA 35999
Owner(s): Michael Goran
USA 15044
Owner(s): J. Sammy Barbour Jr.
USA 7145
Owner(s): Chris Saxton
Plymouth, MI USA
USA 4100
Owner(s): Henry Chisholm
Shaker Heights, OH USA
Skipper: Michael Goran
No. of Crew: 8
Year: 1994
Make: Mumm 36
LOA: 36’
Hull: White
Spin: White/Blue/Red
Skipper: John S. Barbour Jr.
No. of Crew: 8
Year: 1978
Make: NA 40
LOA: 40’
Hull: White
Spin: White/Green/Various
5 2 /// 2 0 1 2 S u m m e r B u r g e e
Skipper: Chris Saxton
No. of Crew: 10
Year: 2006
Make: J 145
LOA: 48.1’
Hull: White
Spin: Red
Club: Mentor Harbor
Yachting Club
Skipper: Henry Chisholm
No. of Crew: 7
Year: 2000
Make: Tartan 4100
LOA: 41’
Hull: Dark Blue
88
Yacht
Showcase
Walloon
War Chant
Wavelength
USA 5232
Owner(s): J. Konechne
Mt. Clemens, MI USA
USA 25468
Owner(s): Reid Stromberg
USA 25129
Owner(s): Chris Delling
West Wind
Whiplash
CAN 28069
Owner(s): Larry West
Bright , ONT CAN
Club: Port Dover Yacht Club
USA 97481
Owner(s): Gregg Whipple
Grand Blanc, MI USA
Skipper: John L. Konechne
No. of Crew: 8
Year: 1970
Make: C&C 35 MK1
LOA: 35’
Hull: Green
Spin: White/Green
Weather
Edge III
USA 25628
Owner(s): Colton Weatherston
Skipper: Colton Weatherston
No. of Crew: 10
Year: 2008
LOA: 36’
Hull: White
Spin: White & Blue/White & Red
Whirlwind
193
Owner(s): Leo Chartier
Tawas City, MI USA
Cruising
Skipper: Leo Chartier
No. of Crew: 8
Year: 1990
Make: Mirage
LOA: 34’ 6”
Hull: Cream
Spin: Pink/Blue
Cruising
Skipper: Reid Stromberg
No. of Crew: 8
Year: 2000
Make: Jeanneau 37
LOA: 37’
Hull: White
Spin: Blue/Gold
Skipper: Larry West
No. of Crew: 6
Year: 1985
Make: C&C 33 Mark II
LOA: 32.5’
Hull: White/Blue
Spin: Blue/White/Green
Skipper: Chris Delling
No. of Crew: 7
Year: 1981
Make: Pearson Flyer
LOA: 29’ 11”
Hull: White
Spin: White/Red; Red/White/Blue
Skipper: Gregg Whipple
No. of Crew: 9
Year: 1988
Make: J 35
LOA: 35’
Hull: White
Spin: Blue
Wind Dance
Wind Stalker
USA 43504
Owner(s): Mike Williams
USA 15482
Owner(s): Gregory Dunn
Skipper: Mike Williams
No. of Crew: 10
Year: 1991
Make: Thomas 35
LOA: 35’
Hull: White
Spin: White/Red/Blue
Skipper: Gregory Dunn
No. of Crew: 6
Year: 1972
Make: PT 30 Mark II
LOA: 30’
Hull: White
Spin: White
Wind Toy IV
USA 5119
Owner(s): Rob Bunn
Skipper: Robert Bunn
No. of Crew: 9
Year: 1970
Make: Morgan 42
LOA: 42’
Hull: White
Spin: White
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88
Yacht
Showcase
Windancer
Windquest
Windseeker III
USA 52701
Owner(s): John Nedeau/Sam
Nedeau
North Muskegon, MI USA
USA 28686
Owner(s): Doug and Dick DeVos
Macatawa, MI USA
USA 25209
Owner(s): William Hyslop
Washington, MI USA
Windshadow
Woodpecker
Wyle E. Coyote
USA 416
Owner(s):Jim Murphy
USA 26700
Owner(s): Donald Holstein
USA 20704
Owner(s): Bill Dembek
Port Huron, MI USA
Xcessive
Yare
Zubenelgenubi
USA 51
Owner(s): Warren Roosen
Chesterfield Twp., MI USA
USA 397
Owner(s): John Tipp
Troy, MI USA
USA 5333
Owner(s): Eric and Conrad Keydel
Brighton, MI USA
Club: Muskegon Yacht Club
Skipper: John Nedeau/Sam
Nedeau
No. of Crew: 14
Year: 1988
Make: SC70
LOA: 68’
Hull: White
Spin: White/Blue
Skipper: James Murphy
No. of Crew: 6
Year: 2001
Make: J 105
LOA: 34 ’5”
Hull: White
Spin: Blue
Cruising
Skipper: Warren Roosen
No. of Crew: 8
Year: 2001
Make: C&C 110
LOA: 36’
Hull: Blue
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Club: Macatawa Bay Yacht Club
Skipper: Doug DeVos
No. of Crew: 18
Year: 2002
Make: Max Z86
LOA: 86’
Hull: Blue
Spin: White
Skipper: Donald Holstein
No. of Crew: 8
Year: 1978
Make: Peterson 37
LOA: 37’
Hull: Brown
Spin: Multi
Club: Bayview Yacht Club/MIYC
Cruising
Skipper: John Tipp
No. of Crew: 6
Year: 1963
Make: S&S
LOA: 35’
Hull: White
Spin: Multi
Club: PHYC
Skipper: Hyslop/Loosecamp
No. of Crew: 8
Year: 1988
Make: C&C 38 Mk III
LOA: 37’ 9 “
Hull: Blue
Spin: Multi
Skipper: William Dembek
No. of Crew: 6
Year: 1976
Make: Chaser 29
LOA: 29.25’
Hull: White
Spin: White/Blue
Skipper: Eric Keydel/Conrad Keydel
No. of Crew: 6
Year: 1967
Make: Cal 30
LOA: 30’
Hull: Blue
Spin: Blue/White/Blue
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Welcomes You to Celebrate
Their 125th Anniversary
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Hotel celebrates its 125th anniversary.
Exceptional accommodations now include
Laura Bush Suite, Founder’s Suite
No two of Grand Hotel’s 385 guest rooms are
alike, with each decorated by renowned designer
Carleton Varney of Dorothy Draper & Co. Inc. (New
York), the oldest established interior design firm in
the United States. The grandest accommodations of
all are the more than three dozen themed Named
Rooms and Two-Bedroom Suites, from the Lincoln
Suite to the Hollywood Suite. The most recent additions are the Laura Bush Suite, the sixth First Lady
Suite at the hotel; and the Founder’s Suite, featuring
furniture from the estate of Francis Stockbridge, a
U.S. Senator from 1887 to 1894 who once owned
the land on which Grand Hotel now sits.
Grand Hotel offers many activities which help
make any vacation truly unforgettable: biking
around the island, swimming in the Esther Williams
swimming pool, a visit to Astor’s Salon and Spa,
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or a round on one of Michigan’s most scenic golf
courses, The Jewel, where a horse-drawn carriage
takes you to the back nine featuring woodlands and
five acres of ponds. Stroll downtown to Mackinac
Island or visit one of the hotel’s many shops for
resort wear and accessories, fine art, jewelry, books,
children’s toys and games. Adults can enjoy a bit of
free time while the kids are involved in one of many
complimentary children’s programs, which feature
scavenger hunts, rock collecting on the beach,
games on the front lawn, arts and crafts, hayrides,
tours of Fort Mackinac, and the island’s butterfly
houses.
Grand dining includes many casual options
Throughout the history of Grand Hotel, dining
has been an exceptional feature of the guest experience. In addition to the legendary Main Dining
Room overlooking the Straits of Mackinac, options
include The Gate House, just down the hill from the
hotel; The Jockey Club at the Grand Stand, overlooking the first tee of The Jewel; Woods, situated
in an opulent Tudor mansion a short horse-drawn
carriage ride from the hotel; and the newest Grand
Hotel restaurant, Cawthorne’s Village Inn, located
in downtown Mackinac Island.
For as long as it’s been welcoming guests, Grand
Hotel has been known for its porch, the world’s
longest. In the early days of the hotel, the porch
was the principal meeting place for all of Mackinac
Island, a promenade for island romantics. Today,
it’s a relaxing spot for enjoying cocktails, a good
book, or just to gaze out at the Straits of Mackinac.
Every year since 1887, Grand Hotel has welcomed countless guests and families to Mackinac
Island. Grand Hotel welcomes you to celebrate their
125th Anniversary in 2012. •
Family-owned Grand Hotel Welcomes
Guests for its Landmark 2012 Season
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the
Griffon
Robert Cavelier Sieur de LaSalle
from Haunts
of Mackinac, reprinted with permission
“Some who report seeing the Griffon’s ghost describe her as being
on an eastbound course, with no visible crew on her decks.”
Brief History
T
he first commercial and decked ship
been known as “Lac Ste. Claire” or today as
to sail the upper Great Lakes was the
Lake St. Clair.
Griffon, also known as “Le Grifon.”
While the Griffon sailed through Lake
The ship was built during the summer of
Huron, she was caught in a severe storm which
1679 under direction of the famous explorers
LaSalle believed the ship and crew would not
Robert Cavelier Sieur de LaSalle and Moise
make it through. Records show that LaSalle
Hillaret. The Griffon was designed as a French
had told the crew they were all “undone” and
brig weighing around 60 tons with a length
feared they would not survive the storm. The
of seventy feet from bow to stern and a width
entire crew, except the pilot, Luc, fell to their
of sixteen feet. She was the largest ship, at the
knees and started to pray for their lives. Luc,
time, to sail up into the Great Lakes. Powered
however, was not going to die in a “nasty lake”
by two sail masts and armed with seven light
when he had challenged and survived many
guns, this superior ship was designed to help
storms as an oceangoing pilot. As you will
LaSalle gain a strong foothold in the fur trade
learn, fate would, in time, catch up with him.
and dominate the industry in the northern
The Griffon reached the mission, at what
trade route.
is now St. Ignace, on August 27, 1679. While
On August 7, 1679, the Griffon was comthere, LaSalle learned that two members of
pleted and set sail from Cayuga Creek,
an advance group had deserted and were in
near Niagara Falls, for the northern reaches
Sault Sainte Marie. LaSalle did not have the
of the Great Lakes. Her crew
time to search for the deserters, so
consisted of thirty-four men “Hennepen decided instead, he left Tonty along with
including LaSalle, Lieuten- that the lake should twenty men to establish a trading
ant Tonty, Father Hennepen, be named after
post and search for the deserters.
two other missionaries, La Ri- Saint Claire...”
He instructed his trusty second in
bourde and Membre’, the pilot,
command that he was to arrest the
Luc La Dane, and twenty-eight others.
deserters, once they had been found. Tonty
The first historic event that occurred on
was then to proceed with the deserters to
the Griffon’s maiden voyage was the naming,
Green Bay, Wisconsin where the rest of the
by Father Hennepen, of the body of water
group would be waiting.
north of the Detroit River. HenThe first week of September, the Griffon
nepen decided that the lake
arrived in Green Bay. While there, the ship
should be named after Saint
was stocked with as many furs as it could
Claire, whose feast day fell
hold. Although the ship was ready to return,
on August 11, the day they
LaSalle was not comfortable sending the ship
arrived. LaSalle broke a
back without Tonty onboard. LaSalle delayed
bottle of wine over the
the departure in hope that Tonty would arrive
bow of the Griffon
soon, however, LaSalle was later notified that
christening the new
Tonty was caught in stormy weather and
lake. From that day
would take some time to reach the Griffon.
forward the body
LaSalle could no longer justify delaying the
of water has
Griffon’s departure, especially considering
A Sketch of the Griffon
the ship’s full cargo and the debts he owed in
Niagara. Thus, the Griffon departed with only
a skeleton crew onboard, the pilot, Luc, and
five others.
The Griffon was last seen by Indians in
the northern reaches of Lake Michigan. The
Indians advised the pilot, Luc, to stay near
the shore because the straits of Mackinac had
many shallows and shoals that the ship could
strike. The fate of the Griffon after this meeting
is debatable. Many believe the ship came into a
severe storm and sank with her crew onboard.
Others speculate that the crew either stole the
furs and sank the Griffon or the crew was murdered by a group of Indians, who stole anything
of value and set the ship afire. Soon after the
Griffon disappeared, furs began to wash up on
the shores of Mackinac Island. It was thought
to be all that was left of the famous Griffon.
Ghostly Activity
Regardless of how the Griffon and her crew
perished, their ghosts continue to sail the
Great Lakes. There are reported sightings of
a phantom French brig style ship traveling
through the Straits of Mackinac. Many believe
this ship is LaSalle’s Griffon. Are the six crew
members and their ghost ship still trying to
reach their destination?
Some who report seeing the Griffon’s ghost
describe her as being on an eastbound course,
with no visible crew on her decks. As the ship
approaches, it slowly vanishes before the witnesses’ eyes. The best time to watch for the illfated Griffon ghost ship is early, on mornings
with heavy fog. The best place to watch for
the ship is the Island’s west coast, facing the
Mackinac Bridge. •
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Gretchen
Dorian
Photographs ...
the 2012 Russia Cham
all photos ©gretchen dorian, 2012
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2
Above: Angela Bagritsky from Berdsk, Russia, in the 2012 Russia Championship on Lake Baikal.
1-2: Angela sailing home.
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Gretchen Dorian with
Chris Williams, Secretary
of IDNIYRA.
mpionship
Lake Baikal
Siberia
Berdsk, Russia
Above: Iceboater, Dmitry Volokhov of Moscow, Russia. In the background is a Buddhist
“Stupa,” (white building). One of only two in Russia, here it is on an island in the middle of
Siberia. They say if you visit, and walk around it, you can feel the energy inside.
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Carinthia an
d Hot
The full moon was
so bright that it lit up
the decks all night
without the need for
any flashlights…a
truly wonderful
November night sail!
T
Ticket
In a
League
of Our
Own,
or...
This past fall, Bayview Yacht Club dock neighbors and
fierce J120 competitors, Carinthia and Hot Ticket
elected to do a southern racing circuit together.
he races to be sailed included the legendary
Nassau Ocean Cup Race, the annual Wirth M. Munroe Fort Lauderdale to
Palm Beach Yacht Race, the Fort Lauderdale to Key West Race, Key West
Race Week, and the Suncoast Race Week. The five races have, in a way,
established a newer, custom version of the old SORC-type tour. Each race
has its own personality with totally different destinations and courses.
The first race, the Nassau Ocean Cup in early November, was across
the Florida Straits from Miami, around Great Isaac and Stirrup Cay, and
down to Nassau Harbor. The wind at the start was out of the northeast
at 12 knots, but it soon proved that a code zero was in order. Hot Ticket
started a little to leeward of Carinthia and after putting up her code zero
put about a + mile lead on Carinthia. When the two boats rounded Great
Isaac they turned about 20 degrees to the right. Carinthia went to a .75
oz. reaching spinnaker and managed to pass Hot Ticket within a couple
boat lengths and put on her own + mile lead. But, as long distance races
go, it was not over as the wind continued to clock. At dusk, and as the
breeze continued to back, Hot Ticket with her 0.6 oz. running spinnaker,
caught up and rolled Carinthia with a full blast of rock and roll music
that she is famous for. It turns out that Carinthia’s four year old spinnaker
was just too porous and didn’t have enough juice to keep up. In all, Hot
Ticket finished eight minutes ahead of Carinthia, but both boats finished
a very respectable 2nd and 3rd overall in the PHRF division. The conditions were great ... full moon, steady breeze, and temperatures in the 70s
allowing sailing in shorts the whole trip. The full moon was so bright that
it lit up the decks all night without the need for any flashlights … a truly
wonderful November night sail! The best part about this race was the
ability to hang out at the Atlantis resort on Paradise Island afterwards.
The two crews partied into the wee hours of each night and the competition did not end without a contest for the fastest crewman on the famous
Atlantis Temple waterslide.
The second race in the J120 series was the Wirth M. Munroe Fort
Lauderdale to Palm Beach Yacht Race, more commonly referred to
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“... it was a great way to bring fellow
Bayview members along to share a
mid-winter southern adventure.”
Mike
&Frank’s
Excellent Ad
as the “Race to the
Buffet,” in early December. Unfortunately, Hot Ticket missed
the 9 a.m. opening
of the Fort Lauderdale 17th Street
Bridge to reach the Atlantic Ocean and was in jeopardy of
missing the start. After much discussion aboard, Ticket made the decision
to attempt to clear the bridge without waiting for the next opening. In what
ended up being a scary moment, she was able to just clear the bridge with
everyone sitting on the boom. The antenna on the top of the mast scraped
the bottom of the bridge and navigation lights on the spans. With all the distractions and delay, Carinthia was the first boat to the ocean side of the start
line at the gun with the J105 Loki a little behind and to her leeward. Hot
Ticket was noticeably late on the shore side of the line. Carinthia has done
this race a number of years with similar conditions of 15 to 20 knots out of
the north against the current. Carinthia would start with a #1 genoa close
hauled with the wind from the northeast. During the first 10 to 15 miles,
Hot Ticket managed to match speed with Carinthia, but Carinthia made
every opportunity to point as high as she could to sail into the Gulf Stream.
Loki soon fell back and Carinthia was the farthest right in the PHRF fleet.
Carinthia soon started getting lifted and continued to get farther right.
About 20 miles up the course, Carinthia was heavy in the Gulf Stream with
the miserable eight foot pounding waves over the bow that accompanied
it. On the conveyor, Carinthia got nearly a two knot kick that catapulted
them ahead of everyone in the PHRF fleet including Ticket. By the time
Carinthia reached the end of the 40 mile course the other J120 was nearly
four miles behind. At the end, Carinthia was headed but made the finish
line without tacking. The boats behind had to tack four times to stay off the
beach. Carinthia ended up 1st in class and 1st overall in the fleet. After the
finish, each boat and crew was met at the docks of the Sailfish Yacht Club
by lovely waitresses and served complimentary rum drinks. The evening
continued as it started, and finished with the “best buffet in Florida.”
The next race in the series was the 37th Annual Fort Lauderdale to Key
West Race in early January. The object of the race is to stay as close to shore
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as possible along the Keys to stay out of the current of the Gulf Stream. The
race started out with conditions southeast at 20-25 knots, so both J120s
were flying their #3 genoas. Carinthia got a decent start at the boat while
pushing out nearly half the fleet. Hot Ticket was not far behind to leeward.
Unfortunately for Ticket, she lost her brand new #1 overboard during a sail
change about 30 minutes into the race and was forced to return to retrieve
it. As the day went on, so did the wind. By the time the two boats reached
the Miami Cut the breeze was under five knots and the two boats spent a
number of hours enjoying the night lights of Miami. Both Carinthia and
Hot Ticket at this point used the incoming tide to gain on the other boats in
the class by sailing towards shore. Eventually the wind clocked behind and
the rest of the race along the Key’s was a run in light breeze. Carinthia did
not finish the race by unfortunately cutting Sombrero Key Reef a little too
tight on a receding tide. Hot Ticket did finish a day and a half after the start,
which is extremely slow for this 160 mile race. She ended up finishing
against the extreme tidal current at Key West in about three knots of breeze
upwind. Again, both crews met up in Key West along with the incoming
sailors arriving for Key West Race Week. Key West has its own personality
with its deep history and the many bars/restaurants available to salvage the
aches and pains from the race.
Hot Ticket elected to do the Key West Race Week in mid-January in the
PHRF A class with a J-subclass scoring system. She raced in a class with
a number other J boats including J111s, J109s, and a J122. The class also
included a number of 1D35s. This was the first KWRW for Hot Ticket
and she sure earned her stripes. The class was very competitive and left
the crew with a number of lessons learned for future races. The highlight
of the week was the trek out to the course each morning amongst some
of the biggest, fastest boats and crews in the world, with the picturesque
dventure!
backdrop of the Key West. Each night was equally as enjoyable with the
sights and sounds of Duval Street …
The final regatta in the “Detroit J120 Southern Tour” was the 34th
Suncoast Race Week in Tampa Bay on Florida’s west coast. The first race
was on the last Friday of March and was a 25 mile point-to-point race
from Davis Island Yacht Club just outside of Tampa to Bradenton Yacht
Club on the southeast side of the bay. The race started with a seven knot
wind coming out of the southwest. We tacked all day upwind through
the bay to the Sunshine Skyway and then reached off towards Bradenton.
Hot Ticket led most of the way, battling it out with a couple Farr 395s
in the class, with Carinthia finishing 20 minutes behind. The second race
of the regatta on Saturday was from the previous day’s finish
in Bradenton back under the Sunshine Skyway and northeast to
St. Petersburg. The wind was out of the southwest at 20 knots
but since we were sailing the opposite direction we started with
our code zeros. Hot Ticket had a nice start and pulled in front of
Carinthia by about 100 yards. About 15 minutes into the race,
Hot Ticket’s spinnaker halyard blew and Carinthia managed to
pull ahead. There was a lot of wind pressure, as a Robinson 41, XS
tore off the front of her bow sprit. Eventually, we both switched to
our 0.6 oz runners down the course and then went to our #1 genoas
for the last 2.5 mile leg into St. Petersburg. A large ocean freighter
ended up splitting Hot Ticket and Carinthia apart just before the
Sunshine Skyway with Carinthia making it across her bow (barely
... and with a number of sounds) and Hot Ticket forced to wait for
the pass. Hot Ticket pulled out all the stops as the two approached
the finish, but in the end Carinthia finished 15 seconds ahead in front
of the St. Petersburg Yacht Club. Ironically, the following day was a
windward leeward race with practically no air. The race committee
boat managed to get off one race in five knots of air with Hot Ticket managing to finish three minutes ahead of Carinthia. Hot Ticket’s finish on the
final day was enough to place them 3rd overall in the PHRF Spinnaker
division for the regatta. This race series was again unique as we got to
race between three different yacht clubs in the bay. We can’t tell you how
hospitable and appreciative the other sailors were that two offshore boats
from Detroit came to do their regatta. On our last night there, we were
invited by fellow local sailors to cruise the bay and have a few pops together.
Certainly, this was an excellent end to a great tour of the Florida waters.
The entire Southern Tour was a great way for two rival sailboats crews
to share a unique experience together. In addition, it was a great way to
bring fellow Bayview members along to share a mid-winter southern
adventure. The great part about racing together, as well as with our J120
class back home, is that we enjoy beating each other up on the water and
then sharing a drink together at the dock. As far as that goes, we won every
regatta we sailed. Now, it’s time to get back to the fresh waters of the Great
Lakes for more adventures in 2012.•
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Charleston
Race
Week
T
2012
by Bora Gulari
his was the fourth time I have raced in Charleston race week, and it
for sure it will not be the last. For those who have not been, Charleston is a great place to visit, easy
accommodations, great food, awesome social atmosphere, and a close race course with great racing.
One of the virtues of the race week is the regatta village feel. The whole regatta is run out of the
Patriots Point Marina Resort. You put away your boat, walk up to the bar, see all of your fellow competitors, and then walk into the tent to enjoy the regatta sponsored libations. Then if you are lucky enough,
walk up to your hotel room to reset and get ready for the following day.
The racing is professionally run and if you are sailing on the inshore course the racecourse is about a
ten minute motor from the dock. Charleston Race week brings in big-time PRO’s to make sure the racing
is good and fair, which can be a challenge with all of the current of the harbor.
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Photos: ©Meredith Block / 2012 Sperry Top-Sider Charleston Race Week
“If Key West is
where you see all
the professional
teams, Charleston
is where you see
all of the grass
roots racing teams.”
The Race organizers always do a current talk
before the race week to help newcomers come
to grips with the challenge of the harbor currents
and where not to sail to keep you off the bottom.
If you have the ability to go, I would strongly recommend it: the race week is run with the
same level of professionalism of Key West Race
Week, but without having to go to the farthest
south point in the USA. If Key West is where
you see all the professional teams, Charleston
is where you see all of the grass roots
racing teams.
This year we had 33 Melges 24s
and the racing was tight. Our major
competition was Alan Field on WTF
with Jonathan McKee calling tactics,
and Kristen Lane on Brickhouse with
Charlie McKee calling tactics. Troll
(Jeremy Wilmot) and I took a totally
new cast of crewmembers on the boat
for this regatta: Brad Funk, Meredith
Nordhem, and John Casey. The regatta
was tight and it turned into a match race
to decide the victor in the end. Troll did
a great job, and once again we came out
on top, winning our third major regatta
in a row leading up to the Worlds.
Our next stop, the Muskegon One
Design regatta.•
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Women’s Event
Returns With
New Format
Another Year
WOWing
It Up
T
rying to satisfy a group of women can be,
well, let’s say, “challenging.” Organizing a sailing weekend
each year for women sailors can be even more so.
But NOT impossible, says Laurie Bunn, chair of the 2012
Women on Water Regatta.
“Changing the annual event keeps it fresh, exciting and
competitive,” she says. “We’re trying to reflect what our
female sailors want, and that’s a variety of formats.”
Beginner recreational sailors may want to get a taste of
racing. Veterans may want aggressive racing with tighter
competition. Women who don’t normally drive or trim on
mixed-gender crews may want to try out those positions in
less formalized competition.
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So to appeal to all those kinds of female sailors, Bunn,
this year added a Friday evening point-to-point race and
is allowing men to crew to help form more teams, and
the fleet will finish in front of the club. “We expect the
usual dinner crowd but also a healthy spectator audience,”
she says.
Saturday will remain a windward-leeward, one-design
competition, that will provide the excitement more advanced
sailors crave, and beginners can learn to thrive on.
“Yep, something for everyone over the weekend, including
Sunday off,” Bunn says.
Bayview spoke with her about some particulars of the
event and what to expect that weekend.
“Changing the
annual event keeps
it fresh, exciting
and competitive ...”
BYC: What’s new about the
Women on Water event this year?
Laurie Bunn: We’ve re-vamped the format
to add a new kind of racing: a PHRF, pointto-point course that will start on the lake and
end on the river right in front of the club. So on
Friday evening, women will skipper a variety
of boats with a mixed crew. They can be allfemale (which is what I will do) or a mix, as long
as the woman steers. Assuming the weather
cooperates, we also expect some families with
children. On Saturday we will have our more
traditional competition for the WOW, the onedesign racing. And, it will only be Saturday, no
Sundays this year, so people will have time that
weekend for something besides sailing.
BYC: Why did you make the change?
LB: We wanted to make it a more inclusive
event, and based on the feedback from previous years, this is what women wanted, a bit
of fun racing, which will be the point-to-point
race, and some tighter competition in a singleday format. Plus, we’re trying to be mindful
of budget constraints too. And, we’re trying to
provide some great racing and competition, but
not tie up the whole weekend for everyone, as
they may have commitments to other sports,
or non-sailing spouses, or kids’ activities. Our
sport needs to be reflective of modern life.
BYC: What will the course be
for the point-to-point race?
LB: We’ll start somewhere near Windmill
Pointe or Peche Island, round a mark or two
on Lake St. Clair, and finish in front of the
club to hopefully a good crowd. With that
course, there’s no beating against the current in
the river.
participate in WOW racing or clinics who
have gone on to do adult sailing or more racing
in general.
BYC: What remains from previous
BYC: What does the WOW event
WOW regattas?
LB: Of course, the Natalie J. O’Niel Trophy
awaits the winners. That’s a tradition that will
NEVER change! We have the same healthy
competition among friends and well-organized
racing that will satisfy the long-time racers
as well as a good introduction for newcomers too. As always, the WOW sailors in 2012
will have a wide range of abilities and commitment levels. Some are serious racers, some are
weekend warriors, and some are new to the sport
entirely—which is great to see.
BYC: Why do women
need their own
sailing event?
LB: Women’s sailing builds
camaraderie in a unique way
which is good for the sport. For
women who don’t normally
sail together, it can help build
a team for the women-only
U.S. sailing national events, or
match racing. Some women don’t learn as well
with men on board, whether it’s a communication style difference, or an intimidation factor,
or whatever it may be, a women-only event can
help gain the confidence for other sailing situations. In general, women’s events are a great
way to grow the sport in ways that might not
happen otherwise. In the past we’ve had women
and women’s sailing events in
general offer to sponsors?
LB: Like all sailing events, the WOW draws
the usual demographic of people involved in
sailing. In general, they are passionate about
their hobbies, their sports, their fitness and
their fun. Plus, at a women’s event, spectators
come out in unprecedented numbers to watch
and help. Participants also tell us it’s one of
their most memorable events. That means years
later, when they pull out that T-shirt or hat
with the regatta logo, and see the
sponsor icon, they make a really
positive connection between the
two for years to come.
BYC: How can Bayview
members help make the
WOW a success?
LB: Volunteer! We always need
help with the race committee and
race management. If you’re a boat
owner, recruit some women to
sail your boat. You can even go along on the
Friday night race. If you’re a sailor, register
to race! And finally, everyone can help spread
the word about the new event format that will
be attractive to a lot of sailors in the area, new
and veteran.•
Registration information at:
www1.byc.com/wow
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First Mackinac Race Winner
Bernida
Restored to Sail Again
by Al Declercq
I
t all started when Ted Everingham approached me at the
Mackinac awards party in the summer of 2005 and introduced me to Bart
Huthwaite. Bart was heading up a group, along with Roman Barnwell, that was
restoring Bernida. Bart found the boat in a barn in Frankfort in pretty bad shape.
Through their fundraising efforts, they were able to pay for the materials and
Roman volunteered his time to rebuild the boat. Roman did a beautiful job and
I suspect the boat looks better today than when she won the first Mackinac race.
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“Bernida is an R Boat designed by George
Owens, an MIT professor, and built by
George Lawlet and Sons in 1921.”
Bernida is an R Boat designed by
George Owens, an MIT professor, and
built by George Lawlet and Sons in
1921. Bernida was designed to the Universal Rule developed in 1904. This is
the same rule that governs six, eight,
and twelve meters. The primary components of the Universal Rule are length
overall, waterline length, draft, beam,
and sail area. Not much has changed
over the years. The same factors that affected a boat’s speed potential in 1904
are the same constraints navel architects
optimize to today. Bernida won the first
Mackinac race in 1925, skipped the
following race, and won again in 1927.
The Mackinac Island
group had hoped that they
would be able to use the
boat locally to attract visitors to the island and draw
attention to other restoration projects. When that
did not work out, Roman
attempted to sell the boat
without any luck. Eventually, the decision was
made to auction Bernida
on eBay. This did not set
well with me. I believed the boat should
stay in the area and I was concerned that
someone from one of the active fleets
in Seattle, Cleveland or Toronto would
purchase the boat. So after a few beers at
Dead Mans Curve, I gave Roman a call
and told him I would buy the boat if he
pulled it off eBay. We agreed to a price,
as Jerome handed me my next beer, and
the quest to win a third Mackinac race
for Bernida began.
There were a few structural issues that
needed to be addressed, and I figured
who better than Roman Barnwell to fix
the problems before we picked Bernida
up in St.Ignace last fall. Roman bolted
a few planks that had been
secured by wood screws and
spruced up the top sides and
bright work. The boat was
delivered to Bayview shortly before Christmas by Gary
Snider. Dean Kuhn quickly
shrink wrapped the boat and
Todd Jones picked up the
mast for updates. The mast
lived indoors at Thomas
Hardware all winter. Thanks
Todd!
It is amazing how many Bayview
members have offered to help get
Bernida to the starting line for the 2012
Bell’s Beer Bayview Mackinac Race.
It is the kind of project we like to get behind at Bayview. Thanks to everyone for
your encouragement. For you naysayers,
we will make it to the finish line, and I
will be dammed if we will be the first
crew to lose a Mackinac race in the boat.
In preparing Bernida for the race, our
first concern was with the rig. It was a
single spreader rig and the panel length
between the supporting shrouds was too
long to provide adequate support. Andy
Groh redesigned the rig and added a
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Bernid
second set of spreaders. The two spreader
I skipped over the most important
“It is amazing
configuration and modern top mast and
step to winning a Mackinac race, and
how many Bayview
running backstay system should insure
that is the crew. My first calls were to
we can make it to the finish line without
long time friends, Ken Flaska and Fred
members have
someone yelling, “timber.” We moved the
Detwiler. We have raced more than
offered to help
head stay up two feet to optimize the “I”
50,000 miles together and they were
get Bernida to
dimension to the R Boat rule, and modimy first choice to fill out the crew. Ken
fied the masthead unit to accept masthead
and his son, Conner, were enthusiastic
the starting line
spinnakers. This seemed like the easiest
right out of the blocks and signed on
for the 2012
way to get the sail area up to the limit
before I could finish asking them. Fred
allowed by the rule. The other option
proceeded a little more cautiously, but
Bell’s Beer Bayview
was to increase the “J” dimension, and
after his son, Ward, signed on, Fred figMackinac Race.”
although the boat would have been a litured three fathers and three sons sailing
tle faster with a longer J, it would have
the boat that won the first Mackinac race
required way more work and money, and
was something he shouldn’t miss. I suswe wanted to sail the boat in a similar uppect by Sunday night we will know if
wind configuration as in 1925 Mackinac
Fred’s concerns were warranted. By then
race.
it will be too late, and we will have no
The next step was to reinforce all the
choice other than to do what we always
high load areas. The boat was plenty
do; deal with the problems and try to win
strong enough to go for a day sail, but
the race.
probably not strong enough to sail under
Look for us to finish Monday night, in
racing loads. David and Bob LaMere,
time to have at least a round at Horn’s. I
Sara’s brother and dad, along with our
can’t wait to start a race that is sure to leave
son, Matthew, have been working on this part of the project
us with more stories, more time laughing, more time telling
and have done a terrific job. The next step is to add a manual
the boys how it was when we were their age, than any of the
gusher pump, similar to the ones found on an Etchells, and a
previous 46 Bayview Mackinac races I have sailed in. The
high capacity electric pump that will be powered by a mini
thought ofthis adventure with two of my best friends and our
Honda generator. If we can’t keep the water out, we need a
sons, has got me fired up. Good luck to everyone sailing and
good method to get rid of it.
we will see you all at the best regatta party in sailing!•
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Boat
MatchRace
2012 BYC Club
Detroit Cup Qualifier Stage 1
by Josh Kerst
May 12, 2012
Detroit River – Grade 5
8-12 knots:
6 flights and 12 races completed
Our 2012 match racing season started out in
need of a little WD-40 as we proved to be more
than a little rusty after several months off. CVT
was on his game as usual and Spencer showed
great promise under the watchful guidance
of Adam Hollerbach, who made a welcome
appearance after an extended layoff from U20
racing. We had several close and competitive
matches during the day with all the competitors that reinforced some helpful lessons. Hats
off to Dave Bennett for excellent U20 boat
preparation, as we never had any breakdowns,
and to our experienced umpires who made
sure everything worked smoothly.
Thanks again to Chris VanTol for putting
together yet another awesome event. Also
thank you to the PRO, Trish Smotherman, and
umpires, Debi Schoenherr, Com. Ted Everingham, Com. Bill Thorpe, Lance Smotherman,
and Hanson Bratton.•
Results:
1 Chris VanTol
2 Spencer Colpaert
3 Josh Kerst
4 Gary Shoemaker
6-0
*4-2
2-4
0-6
*deducted 2 point penalty for damage
Next stage ... Spring
Invitational Detroit
Cup Qualifier!
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after end of a boat
measurement of the width of a
boat
at or near the stern
a slide which travels on a
track and is used for altering
sheet angles
the direction and speed of the
wind felt when stationary, at
anchor or on land
to hoist a sail
floating navigational marker
wind felt by thecrew.
Combination of the true wind
and that created by the
motion of the boat
a boat's track, behind.
a light pole used to hold out
the clew of a headsail when
running
the body of the boat
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after end of a boat
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measurement
of the
width of a
boat 10
at or near the stern
a slide which travels on a
track and is used for altering
sheet angles
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wind felt when
stationary, at
anchor or on land
to hoist a sail
floating navigational marker
wind felt by
thecrew.
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Combination of the true wind
and that created by the
motion of the boat
a boat's track, behind.
a light pole used to hold out
the clew of a headsail when
running
the body of the boat
Down
a boat's angle to horizontal, to
lean over to one side
to join ropes or wires by
unlaying the strands and
interweaving them
above the deck
vertical spar to which the sails
and rigging are attached
boat with a tendency to swing
into wind unless held on course
a flat surface at the back of the
hull to which the rudder is
attached
directly to the side of the boat
a kitchen on a boat
a wind at right angles to a boat's
course
the direction from which the
wind blows, towards the wind
(opposite of leeward)
Mackinac Island Scramble
Puzzle answers on page 80
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