Layne Brown 2/29/24 Layne Brown 2/29/24

2024 Social Calendar

Ware River Yacht Club Calendar for 2024

WRYC Board meets 2nd Tuesday of each Month @ 6:30 pm

March 17 St. Patrick’s Day Social

March 30 Spring Work Day

April 6/7 Daffodil Parade & Festival

May 4 Flag Raising/Derby Day

June 24-28 Junior Sailing Session 1 Week 1

June 29/30 Independence Day Social (Host choice)

July 1-3 Junior Sailing Session 1 Week 2

July 8-11 Junior Sailing Session 2 Week 1

July 15-18 Junior Sailing Session 2 Week 2

July 22-25 Junior Sailing Session 3 Week 1

July 29-Aug 1 Junior Sailing Session 3 Week 2

August 2/3 60th Governor’s Cup & Junior Regattas & Awards

September 7/8 Labor Day Social (Host choice)

October 5 Oktoberfest

November 2 Oyster Roast

December 14 Christmas/Holiday Social

Harry Taylor 2/1/24 Harry Taylor 2/1/24

From the Helm

I would first like to thank Bob Davis, and the entire 2023 Board for their hard work in having a successful year! We experienced some challenges in 2023 and Bob and the Board navigated those amazingly. We will strive to carry on that momentum into 2024 and beyond.

Thank you to everyone that attended the Annual Meeting. There were two major items that were voted on, and approved. The first was an increase in dues, which are now set at $750 annually, with Ancient Mariners and Junior members being $375 annually. Dues notices will be sent out shortly, it is also possible to pay dues on the website using e-check. Thank you to everyone that gave feedback to the Board and attended the informational meetings. As you are aware, this was not an easy decision to come to, however, it is necessary.

Jim Woodward, Building and Grounds Chair, is in the process of preparing a long-term facilitates /capital plan. Once we have the plan completed, we will share with the membership and look forward to the discussion.

The second item that was approved at the Annual Meeting was a revision of the bylaws. There was some very productive discussion before passing. The revised bylaws will be sent out to the membership electronically once they are finalized, they will also be available on www.wryc.org . A big thank you to Bill Brown for spearheading that project.

We have already started off 2024 well, Autumn Taylor, Social Chair has entered the club into the Daffodil Festival parade, and there will be a booth set up to get our name out to the community. Joshua James, Membership Chair, has some amazing ideas to boost membership. Jim Garrett is working on making the 60th Governor’s Cup one to remember. I have high hopes for a great 2024!

Always remember, this is your club, things can’t happen without you. Please use the club, enjoy a nice sunset, have a picnic on a nice day, take a walk around the grounds, it is yours after all!

Jim Garrett 2/1/24 Jim Garrett 2/1/24

The Latest Fleet Scuttlebutt ...................

I wasn’t sure I’d have much to share this month, but I am happy to report that the club was able to acquire a much needed third chase/rescue boat for our Club’s Jr. Sailing Program. This boat will help us expand our ability to serve more students as well as offer a safer environment for our campers.

Now, I’m just waiting for spring !!!

Fair winds & steady seas,

Jim Garrett - Fleet

Autumn Taylor 2/1/24 Autumn Taylor 2/1/24

New Year, New WRYC

I am very excited for what events 2024 brings to our club. We have so many ideas on the table, to include some game nights, a soup night, and of course our monthly Socials! Be on the lookout for email alerts from WRYC announcing the events. We really want to bring the club to life this year, so if you have any ideas or want to help make this happen, please reach out!

On an unrelated note, if anyone is feeling crafty and wants to assist in decorating an Albacore boat into a daffodil wonderland for the 2024 Daffodil Festival Parade (or wants to participate in the parade or our informational booth), please email WRYC or Autumn Taylor (240) 520-2109

Harry Taylor 2/1/24 Harry Taylor 2/1/24

Valentine's Day Social

Valentine's Brunch

February 18 at 12:30 PM

Hosted by Sharon McGlohn, Laura Roy, Pam Matheinson, and Cheryl Woodward

Catered by Creekside Catering

Invite flyer to follow shortly.

Layne Brown 2/1/24 Layne Brown 2/1/24

All Members Are Welcome at Board Meeting

The WRYC Board of Directors meets each month on the second Tuesday of each month at 6:30 pm. All active members are always welcome to attend.

Jim Garrett 2/1/24 Jim Garrett 2/1/24

CLASSIFIEDS

Many of you have asked for a section in the TellTale where members can list items for sale. Well, here goes:

Albacore 15’ racing dinghy (with trailer) for sale. Email for price.

2008 Precision 185 Centerboard Sailboat for Sale ($6,500)

If interested in any of these vessels, please respond to me at jgarret1@gmx.com