Remembering Dick Zima

I once again start this letter with sad news of the passing of long-time member Dick Zima.  You should have received an email with details of his memorial service, which was held on Saturday, October 16.  Please keep Pat and family in your prayers. 

As mentioned last month, sailing season is closing.  We had one last Albacore sail on Sunday, October 12th (well actually, just Jim Garret and I taking a cruise around the river; he still beat me!).  Gaby, our Irwin, is still in the water but needs to be pulled soon.  If you want a last sail let Scott Titus know.  I have heard rumors of a November meeting to start planning next year’s Sunday series so we do have hope for a quick winter and getting back on the water next year.

We are starting to fill our 2020 Board vacancies but there is room for a few more.  Do not miss your chance to get to know the club better and help guide our future.  Let me know if you are interested in serving a term!

With the close of boating and sailing, we will be trying a new activity for club members to enjoy our club property.  As approved in last year’s members meeting, Tony Villani has been prepping for deer hunting in the area north and west of the tennis courts.  He completed a survey of the entire property a couple weeks ago and posted signs to prevent non-members from hunting.  Interestingly he found a deer stand that was being used on our property and has contacted the owner to remove it.  

We have also received a duck hunting permit and constructed a blind on the east side of our boat ramp (this will also prevent non-members hunting our waterfront.)  As approved, hunting is limited ONLY to members (who must pay an extra $100 per year) and can only occur when the club is not being used for other events.  Signs will be posted if hunting is in progress. 

See you at the Oyster Roast!

Dick Zima: 12/7/37 - 10/22/19