Rendezvous 2016 - The Great Lakes Cruising Club

Rendezvous 2016
Barker’s Island • Superior, WI
July 16-20
As your Commodore of the Great Lakes Cruising Club, I am pleased to
welcome all members and guests to our 55th consecutive Rendezvous.
We return again to the western end of Lake Superior and the twin ports of
Duluth and Superior. Whether traveling by boat, motor vehicle or plane,
you will be rewarded by a fantastic array of natural beauty of this region.
But that is just the beginning of another opportunity to experience the
very traditional experience of a GLCC social celebration of fellowship,
seminars, culinary delights and tours by land and sea.
While in the area, we hope you will enjoy the friendly community and
area attractions available before during and after the Rendezvous.
Your Rendezvous Committee has worked tirelessly with local officials
and the Chamber of Commerce to provide a memorable experience.
The local folks and especially the staff at Barkers Island Marina have truly
rolled out the “Welcome Mat”.
The Rendezvous is traditionally the largest of the club’s social events and
this year is no exception. I would like to express my deep appreciation
to all who have made it possible this year, including Rear Commodore
Duane Flynn and Immediate Past Commodore Niels Jensen and their
tireless committee members: Director Jim Passe, Director Bill Rohde,
Port Captain Stan Cory, Port Captain Scott Kellet, Port Captain Don
Larson, Port Captains Dave and Donna Steffens, Chuck Wendle and Bob
Hansen along with the known, but not always recognized, spouses.
Please take the opportunity to thank them for their contributions.
Joann and I look forward to meeting all of you, friends, new members and
guests over the next few days of the Rendezvous. Please join us in paying
special attention to our first-time attendees, ensuring they feel welcomed
and included in all the various activities at our 2016 GLCC Rendezvous!
Thank you for what you bring to our club.
Chuck Mead, Commodore
Welcome once again to all braving the waters of Lake Superior to
attend this year’s Great Lakes Cruising Club Annual Rendezvous.
Your committee has tried to provide you with a variety of experiences
which we hope you will enjoy. Duluth Superior has a lot to offer the
traveler. We have attempted to give you at least a touch of what is
available. Something for everyone. This year we are offering a trip
aboard a retired Coast Guard ice breaker restored to its original
operational condition. Enjoy a ride and dinner aboard a historic
excursion train up the north shore for an evening ride. There are
seminars and some of the usual activities you expect at this event, and
so much more. Come spend some extra time with us and maybe check
out the 20 micro breweries in Duluth. There is a special luncheon
prepared for the ladies to enjoy. We are arranging a tour of the Cirrus
aviation facility that many of you enjoyed last time. They are now in
production of their new personal jet, soon to be released. If you have
any questions or needs don’t hesitate to ask one of the friendly
committee members and I’m sure issues will be addressed.
Welcome and have a good time.
Duane and Marlene Flynn
Lake Superior Rear Commodore
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Rendezvous Schedule
Saturday, July 16 - Arrival/Board Meeting Day
TIMEACTIVITY
1000 – 1600
Registration 1000 – 2000
Dress Ship
1000 – 1200
Planning Committee 1000 – 1600
Ships Store 1200 - 1300
LUNCH ON YOUR OWN
1330 – 1700
Board of Directors Meetings
1400 – 1500
Book Club 1700 - 1715
VHF announcements (Ch. 78A)
1730 - 2000
Reception and Barbecue 2000 - 2100
Bonfire and Sing-Along LOCATION
Club House
Meeting Boat Barn
Club House
Boat Barn
Tent
USPS’ Private Dock
USPS’ Private Dock
Sunday, July 17 - Day 1
TIMEACTIVITY
LOCATION
0730 – 0900
Officers’ Pancake Breakfast
Boat barn
0800 - 0815
Morning cannon, colors & VHF announcement (Ch. 78A)
0800 – 1200
Dress Ship
1000 – 1400
Registration
Club house
1000 – 1400
Ships Store
Club house
0900 - 1000
Port Captains’ Mtg.
Boat barn
1000 – 1100
Seminar #1: Marine Electronics
Boat barn
1000 – 1100
Seminar #2: The Marine Survey —
Boat barn
Common Findings and Safety Violations
1100 - 1200
Seminar #3: Lake Superior
Boat barn
Wilderness Cruising Roundtable
1200 - 1300
LUNCH ON YOUR OWN
1500 – 1600
Crafting time
Tent
1600 – 1630
Fleet review
1700 - 1715
VHF announcements (Ch. 78A)
1800 – 1830
1st Timers reception/picture
Barkers Inn
1830 – 2100 Commodore’s reception
Barkers Inn
Monday, July 18 - Day 2 : Excursion Day
TIMEACTIVITY
LOCATION
0730 – 0900
Continental Breakfast
Boat barn
0800 - 0815
Morning cannon, colors & VHF announcement (Ch. 78A)
0900 – 1000
Late registrations
Club house
0900 – 1000
Ships Store
Club house
0900 – 1000
Fleet photo
1000 – 1200
Sundew Harbor Cruise
Duluth
(Bus transportation provided from the Marina).
1200 - 1300
LUNCH ON YOUR OWN
Canal Park
1300 – 1600
Tour Canal Park on your own
Canal Park
1600 - 1900
North Shore Special Duluth Train Depot/Railroad
(Gluten free selections available at train buffet)
(Bus transportation provided from Depot)
Tuesday, July 19 - Day 3
TIMEACTIVITY
LOCATION
0730 – 0900
Continental breakfast
Boat Barn
0800 – 0815
Morning cannon, colors & VHF announcement (Ch. 78A)
0930 – 1100
Volleyball tournament
1130 - 1330
Women & Adventure Luncheon
Barkers Inn
(Optional event inc. speaker, book signing, and arts)
1200 - 1300
Or LUNCH ON YOUR OWN
1400 – 1500
Bilge auction
Boat barn
1500 – 1600
Gadget Hour
Boat Barn
1700 - 1715
VHF announcements (Ch. 78A)
1800 – 1900
Social Hour
Barkers Inn
1900 – 2300
Commodore’s dinner & dance
Barkers Inn
Wednesday, July 20 - Day 4 : Departure Day
TIMEACTIVITY
LOCATION
0730 – 0900
Continental Breakfast
Boat Barn
0800 – 0815
Morning cannon, colors & VHF announcement (Ch. 78A)
0900 - 0930
Blessing of the fleet, Horn Salute & Goodbyes
0930 – 1200 Official departure
(Traditional “Great Lakes Salute” is one long, two short)
Après Rendezvous informal potluck dinner for stay-overs is possible at the Club House on
Wednesday, if there is interest. In addition, an attempt will be made to arrange for an Après
Rendezvous tour of the Cirrus Aircraft factory.
Please sign up at the Registration Booth in the Club House, if you wish to participate.
Please listen to the daily VHF ch. 78 radio announcements for
program changes and additional event information.
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