September 2009 - The National Yacht Club

The Newsletter of the National Yacht Club
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Established 1894
The National
September 2009
Commodore’s Cruise: Following the Fleet
It could be argued that the 2009
Commodore’s Cruise was actually the
one in which the Commodore cruised to
Port Severn, on the Trent. But that was an
almost solitary excursion compared to the
cruise of 45 or so boats and 50 crews that
ventured out onto the lake on August 22 to
accompany the Commodore on the romp
to PCYC.
Things may have been a little ragged getting
started, but in spite of the light winds and
cautionary forecast, several gathered at the
Dufferin buoy to ‘race’ to the destination.
Others simply ‘steamed’ along so as to
avoid the impending rain and better their
likely position on the PCYC wall. PCYC
was expecting about 100 visiting boats
that weekend and the harbourmaster told
me that no boats were leaving, so things
were expected to be tight. However, our
gracious hosts were both generous and
efficient in fitting us all in and attending to
our various needs.
It did rain a little, after all this was a
Commodore’s event, but only a little, some
around the time of arrival and again near
the end of the appetizers and reception,
about dinnertime. Otherwise, in spite of
a nature show of a great diversity among
cloud formations, the weather was benign
but unseasonably cool.
The racers were acknowledged at the
reception and the best among them
recognized for their achievement. In terms
of corrected time, Quiescence came in
4th, following XS, Big Fun and Full Scale
across the Commodore’s Cup finish line.
The Commodore’s Cup, sporting a number
of instances of names like Paul Bond, Vic
Danzter and other (previous Commodore)
notables, was presented to Mike Sonosky
in recognition of this year’s achievement.
What a great selection of appetizers!
More like a full meal made up of a wide
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CONTENTS
Brew Race
Commodore`s Comments
Adult Optimist Regatta
Thanksgiving Dinner
Short Takes
Happy Birthday
S&RS
Welcome New Members
The Enviro
Galley Grub
From the Docks
Entertainment News
Celebrate the Journey
Education Corner
Frigidaire Cruise
Did You Know?
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CREW
Committee Chair/Publisher
David George
Somersault I
Editor
Marc Dacey
Alchemy
Layout Design Editor
Diane Bamberger
At Ease
Advertising
Tim Quinton
Dark`n` Stormy
Brew Race
The National Yacht Club Quarter Ton Fleet will host their
21st Annual NYC ¼ Ton Brew Race & Charity Auction on
Tuesday September 15, 2009 at 6 pm
The Quarter-Ton (level) fleet will hold their 21st Annual Brew
Race and Charity Auction on Tuesday September 15, 2009. This
is a mad-cap, end of season, celebratory race and a favourite NYC
tradition of high jinx, while remaining a serious and noteworthy
cause for disadvantaged youth.
Through our continued support of the Broad Reach Foundation,
the NYC ¼ Ton (Level) Fleet is proud to help make a difference
in the lives of disadvantaged children. We feel that through their
experiences and ability to participate in Broad Reach sailing
programs, we’re able to show them a satisfying and rewarding
alternative; something that will influence their lifestyle as they
mature through their youth. The feedback that we get from
the supported participants confirms our expectations and fleet
participation and enthusiasm for the Brew Race and Charity
Auction.
Following the Brew Race, the Charity Auction is scheduled to
begin at approximately 8 pm in the NYC Dining Room. All
National Yacht Club members, family and friends are welcome
and encouraged to watch the race, attend and bid in the charity
auction. Many wonderful donations will be auctioned off from
local merchants, with all proceeds being donated to the Broad
Reach Foundation. This year’s grand prize, up for auction, is a trip to the British Virgin
Islands (1/2 Cabin on a Beneteau 403 in the BVI Flotilla/2010, Jan
5-14. Escape the wrath of winter while giving yourself a break;
consider bidding on this wonderful donation and many others in
the charity auction.
For BVI info visit: http://eyc.ca//index.php?option=com_content
&task=view&id=41&Itemid=125
The Quarter-Ton fleet Brew Race is an event initially conceived
by Gerry Kedey and long time ¼ Ton NYC Skipper Harvey
Cracknell. Gerry was successful in getting Molson’s to fund the
event trophy, hence the term ‘Brew Race’.
The event begins at the bar, where a representative from each boat
(the designated drinker or DD), drinks a cold beer. Meanwhile,
the fleet, fully rigged, waits at the NYC inner basin wall for their
DD to step aboard and then casts off to sail a predefined race
course. At the end of the race, each boat sails into the inner basin
and the respective DD leaps ashore, quickly heads upstairs to the
bar and finishes the final cold beverage. The first boat’s DD to sail
the course and consume the final beer earns the prestigious ¼ Ton
Brew Race Trophy.
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Previous Brew Race
The Brew Race at The NYC has been recognized over the years
by the City of Toronto Parks and Recreation Department with
‘Community Champion Awards’ as a result of the past contributions
made by the NYC ¼ Ton (Level) Fleet. Our hope is that, with
your valuable participation, the event will be as successful as it
has been over the previous 20 years.
Skipper Jane McLauglin
L’Attitude
Co-Chair 2009 Brew Race and Charity Auction
Skipper Boris Broz
Keel Over
NYC 1/4 Ton (Level) Fleet
Commodore’s Comments
It appears that July was the month when
there was a mass exodus of boats leaving
NYC for their summer adventures. Many
of our sailing members headed out for the
Thousand Islands, while others cruised
around Lake Ontario or ventured through
the Trent Canal system.
On July 19, Dream Catcher departed from the club about one hour
after we saw the departure of Somersault I. Linda, Paul & RuthAnn Bond and I tracked behind them for most of the day, as we
headed to the east. We had a number of VHF communications as
we made our way. Obviously, the earlier start had its benefits as
calmer water earlier in the day made for a more comfortable ride
in a following sea. After about 10 hours of cruising, Somersault
arrived at their Cobourg destination whereas we continued on to
Brighton before calling it a day.
The next morning we were all eager to get to the Trent Canal
system for the start of our month-long vacation. Whilst we were
on this journey, we met a number of Americans, who were using
the Trent as part of their ‘doing the loop’ around North America.
We traveled to the end of the system, Port Severn, which included
being pulled out of the water on the Big Chute railway. A 2½
hour wait proceeded this remarkable feature of the system.
Nevertheless, it was an experience worth waiting for.
After two weeks we replaced our crew, (work related) with two
other friends and continued on our return journey. At the time of
writing these comments we are docked in Brighton ready for the
Lake Ontario trip early tomorrow morning.
While I have been away from NYC, I have been able to stay in
touch with day-to-day happenings by e-mail and cell phone. With
these instruments, any problems that do arise can still be dealt
with, albeit at a distance. I am looking forward to meeting up with
many of you this coming weekend, on the Commodore’s Cruise to
Port Credit Yacht Club.
Keith Morley
Commodore
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Short Takes
Keeping us updated, David Foscarini reports that our 29er sailors
remain busy and that the Canadian Championships were held July
25 and 26 at the Kingston Yacht Club this year, ably staffed by the
Boyd family both in organizing and crewing on two boats. Among
the 26 boats registered, there were three provinces represented:
Nova Scotia, Quebec, and Ontario. NYC was represented by two
teams, Chantal Hearst & Amelia Leeksma and Aric Leeksma
& Paula Foscarini. The winds were a mix of the usual Kingston
thermals with some
medium to light stuff
leading to the thermal.
The RC managed to
bang off 10 races over
the two days. Chantal
& Amelia ended up 7th.
Aric and Paula ended
up 26th due to a couple
of mechanical problems.
Kingston 29er Yard
Peter Soosalu’s father
provided this picture of the yard.
You may want to revise your plans: The Toronto International
Boat Show website says that the Toronto In-Water Boat Show,
scheduled for mid September this year, is now “postponed”
until September 16-19, 2010. That’s a serious amount of
postponement… more of a cancellation we would suggest. It
bears watching…but not to the point of eyestrain..
The
Toronto
Port
Authority has advised
the National Yacht Club
that, again this year, there
will be no direct access
to Lake Ontario on the
Labour Day long weekend
during the times set out
below.
However, there
will be restricted access to
Toronto Harbour via the
Air Show Over Western Gap
Western Gap. During the
restricted hours, National Yacht Club members and visitors may
exit our mooring basin and turn immediately eastward, following
the North side of the Western Gap into the harbour. To return,
members must identify themselves to the Metro Marine Unit as
“National Yacht Club members,” and proceed westward along the
north side of the Western Gap and then immediately enter into the
NYC mooring basin. The periods impacted are:
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Thursday September 3 – 9:00am – 2:30pm
Friday September 4 – 9:00am – 4:30pm
Saturday September 5 – 12:00pm – 5:00pm
Sunday September 6 – 12:00pm – 5:00pm
Monday September 7 – 12:00pm – 5:00pm
We Know What You Did This Summer, Don Williams, who asks
what were we up to this summer? “What do you do with your boat?
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Race it, sit and entertain on it while it’s in its slip or on the mooring
line, or cruise it to another yacht club?” Don suggests the best use
may be to anchor out and go for a swim! “Hanlan’s Beach is an
ideal place as it is shallow, relatively clean, and not as gay as it once
used to be - more than half the crowd (on the beach and in the water)
were actually wearing clothes - yes, there is hope for mankind!
And if you want to get adventurous, then get adventurous!
Another great place,” he says, “is from off your boat a few miles
out or better yet, the dead center of Lake Ontario - one of my
favourite drop the rigging and drop the rigging spots. Be warned
though, they do watch from satellite - and I “ain’t” kidding.”
He adds, “One suggestion though, when you come out, is to
rinse off with fresh water - if able, and pour some hydrogen
peroxide in your ears - see photo - and some good eye drops in
your eyes. The water cools quickly in “our” Great Lake so
don’t delay the best activity known to boaters - splashing
about like a ten-year old where the only bottom you are close
to is your own! Last one in is a – well you know what.”
What Don Did This Summer
If you’re confused, so are we - when we try to understand:
• Why round pizza comes in a square box?
• Why are we encouraged to sleep “like a baby” who
wakes every two hours?
• Why are stars “in” a movie but “on” TV?
• Why Doctors bother to leave the room so that you can
get naked for them to look at?
• Why “bra” is singular and “panties”are plural?
That last one is from a sailor.
Phone, Fax & E-mail
with WaveCall
The S&RS had another great year and eagerly looks forward to its
Banquet on September 26, and to the fun Sunday, when the big
kids take to the small boats in the Annual Adult Opti Regatta.
Maybe the best way to get a sense of what went on this summer
is to show you. After all, a picture is worth 1,000 words, isn’t it?
So turn the page and count ‘em.
David George
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Grilled Lamb with Brown Sugar
Glaze… Chop-Chop!
Fresh premium Ontario lamb is a culinary delight for today’s
consumer. Lamb has the lowest cholesterol of all the red meats and
can be enjoyed fresh year round. Lamb is versatile and pairs well with
many Mediterranean herbs such as mint, oregano, parsley, marjoram,
and rosemary. It is best served rare to medium as over-cooking can
diminish its flavour and texture.
Dressing: In a large bowl, whisk together ⅓ cup extra-virgin olive oil,
2 tbsp balsamic vinegar, 2 minced garlic cloves and ¼ tsp each of salt
and pepper. Set aside.
8 Rib or Loin lamb chops
½ cup Brown sugar
2 tsp Ground ginger
1 tsp Garlic powder
2 tsp Dried tarragon
½ tsp Salt
1 tsp Ground cinnamon
1 tsp Ground black pepper
In a bowl, mix brown sugar, ginger, tarragon, cinnamon, pepper,
garlic powder, salt and pepper. Rub lamb chops with the seasonings,
place on a plate, cover and refrigerate for 1 hour.
Eggplant (sliced ½ inch thick)
Oyster Mushrooms (whole)
Carrots (peeled and sliced lengthwise)
From the Docks
Snubbers! Snubbers! Snubbers! They are probably the best thing that
you could buy for your boat - not to mention the best thing for our
docks. It is a ‘fluid’ world out on our docks and, without them, our
world becomes full of ‘jerks’. Who likes jerks? Certainly, not your
boat and certainly, not our docks. Go buy a couple, or better yet,
get four. I cannot stress enough how important they are! They last
for years and give your boat (and our docks) the care they need and
deserve! If you need some help with this, e-mail me and I will help
you out here. And remember, keep your spring lines tight and your
bow and stern lines a little slack. This is the “proper” way to secure
your boat! But use snubbers!
Also, take some time to keep your dock area neat and safe. Bury your
shore power cord and go and buy and then make a hose hanger. It
isn’t a big deal to do so and it keeps the dock area neat and safe. Also,
secure you halyards and lines before you leave your boat so that they
are quiet when the wind blows - or a Dock Captain will go onto your
boat and do it for you. Please be considerate. Thank you.
You may have noticed that the dock safety stations are slowly being
‘updated’ with new equipment, along with some new locations
to better cover all areas of the docks and to keep the dock area of
the club neat and standardized. If you see one that needs attention,
please -mail me and let me know. This also goes for any loose dock
boards or dock repairs. Remember, we are not a marina - we are a
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Red onions (quartered)
Sweet Peppers (cored and quartered)
Asparagus (break off tough ends)
Zucchini (sliced ½ inch thick)
Spring Onions (trimmed & whole)
On an oiled grill over medium heat start grilling the eggplant, carrots
and sweet peppers… turn once. After 4 minutes, add mushrooms and
red onions… turn again. Add asparagus, zucchini and spring onions
6 minutes later and turn everything again. Continue to grill with lid
closed for another 4 minutes. Remove vegetables from the grill and
toss in the bowl of prepared dressing to coat. Cover with foil.
Crank the grill to high heat, brush with oil and place chops on the
grill. Cook 3-4 minutes on each side or to desired doneness. Pile some
of the vegetables in the center of a plate and attractively arrange 2
chops on top.
Pillitteri Cabernet Merlot 2005 is an excellent bargain at $12.95. Rich
in aromas of tobacco, black cherry and cedar with an underlying hint
of subtle mint… a fantastic match for grilled lamb.
Food spoils twice as quickly when stored in an icebox or cooler than
in a constantly running refrigerator. Raw chicken that might keep a
few days at home needs to be cooked within a day and an opened jar
of spaghetti sauce may survive only two or three days when kept in a
boat icebox or an erratic refrigerator.
Damon G. Beggs
[email protected]
(Have a recipe or tip you would like to share? Send it to me and you
might find it along with your name in a future issue.)
‘self-help’ yacht club, so get out there and get in there and pitch in.
Communication is ‘where it’s at”.
Many of you that have inflatables or dinghies have locked them to
the safety ladders. What were you thinking? Please take them off the
safety ladders so that the ladders are clear and available - should they
need to be - and lock them to your boat or something else. The safety
ladders must be completely clear and visible. If you don’t, we (the
Dock Committee) will move them using the ‘universal key’. And,
we will not be responsible for what happens to them after that. Be
fairly warned. We don’t have the resources to individually warn each
person that has done so, so please advise your neighbour if necessary
to get the word out. Deadline is the end of August. Thank you.
Finally, a word about something that has nothing to do with the
docks - weeds - around our club. They keep growing, as you know,
especially with the rainfall that we have had this year, but if everyone
pulled only five weeds (I do ten actually) every time they came to
the club, then we would have none . Do the math. Someone recently
‘cooked’ most of them with a propane blowtorch and this got a lot of
them. Cheers to that guy. And if you think that it is ‘beneath you’ to
pull some weeds, then think this: If you did, then they wouldn’t be
beneath you!
Cheers and Dock On!
Don Williams
Dock Committee Chair
Entertainment News
Education Corner
As I am writing the Entertainment News for the start of the fall
and winter season, I am currently on the Trent Canal enjoying
temperatures in the 30s, hardly the weather for thinking about
our fall entertainment. On the other hand, I have thought about
it and I’m pleased to announce that we are having a Mexican
Night on Friday, October 2nd 7:00 pm until 11 and we welcome
back once again to NYC, the Mexico Amigo Band. This
talented Mexican band is led by Jorge Lopez, lead guitarist and
vocalist. Mexico Amigo has performed at such venues as the
Royal Ontario Museum, The Canadian National Exhibition and
Harbourfront. This band provides an exciting and vivid view of
Mexican folklore and culture, featuring authentic costumes and
instruments that highlight its extensive repertoire. Be prepared
to be entertained at your tables by these great professional
artists.
GOT THE CARD?
Pleasure Craft Operator Card (Open to Non-Members)
Mexico Amigo was named as Toronto’s best Mariachi Band and
chef Tyson has promised a fantastic Mexican Menu so don’t
forget to book your tables early as this night is usually a sell
out.
Toronto Harbour Licence (Open to Non-Members)
November brings us the annual Commodore’s Banquet, and for
Saturday November 14th we have chosen a fantastic Classic Rock
Band, Justin Time for this great night. After they performed at
NYC last April, and kept everybody dancing all evening long,
we thought that they would be ideal for this special night. The
Justin Time Band takes pride in their diversity of musical styles.
Their song list is extensive. Featuring a quintet of Toronto’s
premier musicians, three lead vocalists compliment the music
of popular Ballads, Oldies, Classic Rock, Rhythm n’ Blues, and
much more. This will be a night that you will always remember.
Book early.
If you operate a pleasure craft with a motor for recreational purposes,
the Competency Of Operators’ Pleasure Craft Regulations require to
carry proof of competency at all times.
As of September 15, 2009 all operators of any vessel with an engine,
regardless of size, must carry a Pleasure Craft Operator Card.
This course is taught by an accredited certified S.P.A.R.K. Start
Instructor with the course set out by the Canadian Yachting
Association.
Course Dates:
Fees:
Thursday, September 10, 2009
PCOC $50.00 plus GST 6:00 pm
PCOC and THL $90.00 plus GST 5:30 pm
This course can be taken in conjunction with the PCOC course or
on its own. The course involves class instruction followed by a test
and an on-the-water portion. National Yacht Club provides a 16-foot
powerboat for students taking this examination.
Course Dates:
Fees:
Thursday September 10, 2009
THL $50.00 plus GST - 5:30 pm
THL and PCOC $90.00 plus GST - 5:30 pm
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Frigidaire Cruise
Did You Know?
The Frigidaire Cruise was held on Sunday, August 16. [Not a cool day at
all, ironically-Weather Ed.] This is an annual club event that consists of
a fun cruise to Port Credit and back. This year it was grouped with the
Spring and Fall Round the Island Races to be part of the very popular
Fun Racing and Cruising Series.
Paying your bills at NYC each time, and on time is simple, easy and
can be automatic - if you so choose.
It was a very hot day that started with very little wind. Of course there
was some concern that motoring may end up being the faster and cooler
option. However, armed with their Skipper’s Bag consisting of a basket
of fresh Ontario peaches, the fleet of 10 boats, made their way out to the
start line. The fleet was made up of both seasoned Racers and members
of our Cruising fleet.
With an 11:15 am start, the fleet was soon on their way to Port Credit
and, more importantly, the winds gradually began to fill in. The Race
Committee, comprised of Pilot Katherine White and Race Officer
Anne Sanderson drove on ahead in Dragon Lady to ensure that there
was wind further down the Lake, and to confirm the turning mark for
the fleet.
When Dragon Lady arrived at Port Credit and found little to no wind,
a decision was made to shorten the course at a mark offshore from the
Lakeshore Yacht Club. This was a welcome relief to the fleet, as the
day was soon to be recognized as one of the hottest of the 2009 summer.
Several boats decided that a swim was a better option than finishing
the cruise and peacefully retired to the Island Yacht Club and the Island
Beach for a well-deserved swim.
Daybreak, which had completed the cruise in a time of 2 hours, 24
minutes and 30 seconds, earned Line Honours for the White Sail Fleet
and Diana, completing the cruise in 2 hours, 51 minutes, earned Line
Honours for the Spinnaker fleet.
Long- time member Nick Reimann, aboard Diana, who, in the past, has
competed in this event numerous years in his own boat, was awarded
Most Senior Member of the Fleet honours and soon-to-be grandparents
Lori and Bruce Spragg, owners of XS, were awarded for having the
most number of generations on board (three) and for having the youngest
crew member on board (due to arrive in person in the early New Year).
So, although early in the day the start of the race was questionable, as
they often do, the sun, the moon and stars, all aligned themselves for an
enjoyable day on Lake Ontario!
Anne Sanderson
(Tidbits on NYC By-laws, Policies and Rules)
Member Accounts
Member accounts include charges for items such as membership
dues, boating-related fees and instructional course fees. Statements
are dated and printed on the last day of each month and mailed to
each NYC member along with the monthly newsletter. Payment is
due on member accounts by no later than the last business day of the
following month. Every statement has the due date printed on it.
Payment on member accounts can be made in a number of ways.
VISA, MasterCard, Debit Card, cheque, cash and by utilizing PC
banking or telephone banking. Members can also set-up automatic
charges to their credit card for member account payment by contacting
Christine in the accounting office at ext. 26.
NOTE: Unpaid monthly account balances are subject to a 2% per
month finance charge.
Food and Beverage Purchases
All food and beverage purchases must be paid for at the time of
purchase. Members and guests may pay for their purchases using
VISA, MasterCard, debit card or by utilizing an NYC Cash Card.
Cash may not be used as a form of payment for food and beverage
purchases with dining room and bar staff. NYC Cash Cards can be
purchased and reloaded through the Food and Beverage Manager,
Duty Managers or the office.
Members can also be set-up for the Accounts Receivable program
and have their dining purchases automatically charged to their credit
card on the next business day. Contacting Christine in the accounting
office can get a member set-up. This program is separate from the
credit card program for payment on member accounts and requires
an additional set-up.
NOTE: Members who walk out without settling their bill at the time
of service in the dining room and bar are subject to the charges under
Appendix B.1.18 in the Club By-laws as follows: Members who fail
to pay for food and beverage services on the day of purchase, will
be levied with a 15 percent service gratuity charge and a 15 percent
collection fee, on the balance owing.
Colin Andrews
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Commodores`s Cruise . . . continued from page 1
variety of delicious
bite-sized and bigger
bits, washed down with
significant quantities
of various fluids. No
wonder a number of
people braved the rain
to remain under the
shelter while the sky
emptied its darkest
clouds. After a break
for dinner, as if that
were actually necessary,
many members of the
cruise gathered in the
shelter again to share
snacks and views
on sailing, cruising,
weather, the club and
other pressing topics
until the wee hours of
the morning.
Breakfast brought out
most of the cruising
contingent to experience
the hospitality and
kitchen capabilities of
PCYC, neither of which
would disappoint. Then,
in ones and twos, or
larger groups, the club
members and guests
dispersed,
heading
back to NYC to reflect
on another enjoyable
Commodore’s Cruise.
Thanks, Commodore
Morley.
Chances
are good that more
participated in this
cruise than would have
in the Port Severn
version. Well done.
David George
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Labour Day –
Tuesday Crew Race Wednesday Crew
THL & PCOC Course Member Dining
LORC NYC\QCYC
AHMEN – AYC,
Open for Breakfast,
Race
Chartroom – 2 pm
LORC NYC\QCYC
Canadian Int'l. to Close
Open – NYC
Airshow
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
Monday Crew Race 1\4 Ton Brew Race, Fall Series 1
Member Dining
AHMEN – MCC,
Fall Shark Racing 1
Chartroom – 2 pm
LOSH Dalhousie
to Close,
Argosy Rose Bowl
21
22
23
24
25
26
27
Fall Shark Racing 2 Fall Series 2
Member Dining
NYC Birthday Buffet,
Chartroom – 2pm
Adult Opti Regatta,
to Close,
Local Road Closure
S&RS Banquet Waterfront Marathon
28
29
30
Fall Shark Racing 3 Fall Series 3
1
2
3 4
Protest Committee
Fall Round the
Boswell Trophy Race,
Island Race
AHMEN – QCYC
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
Fall Shark Racing 4
Thanksgiving Dinner
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
Thanksgiving Day
Presentation Night
Cradle Layout – Cradle Layout –
– Open for Breakfast
No Parking
No Parking,
Local Road Closure –
Toronto Marathon
19 20
21
22 23
24
25
Haulout
Haulout
Haulout
26
27
28
29
30
31
Restaurant Closed
Restaurant Closed
NOTSA Ladies Night