A big Thanks to Linda and Grant Albert for inviting us to
their “private island” and showing us a heck of a good time!  Peter
Pan was the theme as we entered Neverland and we were  handed
our welcome bags with the agenda of activities planned.  First was
the “make-believe-bar-be-cue” on the party barge with a hot dog
lunch to welcome the weary travelers who made the 45 minute voy-
age by noon on Saturday. 
            We beach combed to find the specialized items needed for
the Peter Pan Scavenger Hunt. That night the treasures were laid out
at the Potluck to be judged.  Our hosts deemed every participant a
winner and prizes were distributed to all.  The greatest competition
was the dress-up relay with each team given a picture of a “very en-
thusiastic model” wearing Neverland outfit, then choosing a team
model to put on the items from each picture.  The team had to dash
one-by-one to a tub of clothing and accessories to find the 5 items in
their picture and dress the model in the shortest amount of time. 
This was a highlight of the evening!  Many had read the original Pe-
ter Pan book and were well versed for the trivia game that followed
the potluck. 
Milltown sailors know how to put on a potluck feast and a
great bounty was enjoyed by all.  Amazing Barrett Crabtree rowed
his dingy from the Everett Marina to Hat Island Marina and earned
the Ironman title.  
Sunday was a beautiful day and several of us walked around
the island on the beach at low tide.  There was also a Golf tourna-
ment. Over 15 boats attended the weekend and all left with great
memories of a great time!
 
Pam Dittrich
Margo Hayden

For photos of the cruise, go to http://milltownsailingassociation.shutterfly.com/pictures

Tom and Henning Buus have entered their boat Family Affair in the Vic- Maui race happening this June.  To see a photo of the boat and information about the race, go to  http://www.vicmaui.org/teams?itemid=37

As a preparation for the race, Family Affair will be competing in the Southern Straits Race, which is held in British Columbian waters. For information on this race, go http://www.southernstraits.ca/index.html

Cruise Report

Port Ludlow Marina

March 15-18, 2012

 

 

We had a great turnout for the March Cruise to Port Ludlow Marina considering the weather has been less than balmy.  No rain, however, in the picturesque bay that is Port Ludlow.  

 

Saturday we caught a bus to Port Townsend and spent a couple of hours perusing the shops and had lunch in seaside cafes. That evening, our potluck feast included everything but corned beef and cabbage this year.  We still managed to celebrate St Patrick’s Day.  Around the bonfire we exchanged stories and shared lots of laughs. Our Cruise Host, Margo and Bruce made sure we had marshmallows to roast on their “Redneck” roasters converted from golf clubs.

 

Darren Davis provided the entertainment with the grounding of Halcyon at the harbor entrance.  Thanks to a passing fishing boat we haled, he was able to be pulled off the bottom by attaching the halyard to the fishing boat.  It was quite an entertaining event, caught on tape for all to see.  There is no mercy in front of your friends!

 

It was a great weekend of camaraderie and sailing.  Thanks to those who made the weekend so much fun: Walt and Linda Drechsler (Lori bird), Darren and Pam Davis (Halcyon), Bruce and Margo Hayden (Northern Light), Slavek Michalowski (Baba), Mark and Pam Dittrich (Else), Marc and Peggy Ladd (Thumper) Tony and Moe Sitz (Rose), Rick and Carolyn Hunter, (Dabob), Scott and Kari Hogan and family, (Sojourn)

To see photos of the cruise, go to photos

Pam Dittrich and Margo Hayden

Co-Cruise Captains

Milltown Sailing Association

It’s just around the corner….Milltown first 2012 cruise next weekend!
Upcoming cruise to Kingston
January 14-15 2012
Okay, Cruisers…Time to dust of your sails and get ready for our January 14-15 Cruise to Kingston.  Kingston has those great shelters on the dock for pot lucking and socializing.  Our custom at our winter Kingston cruise is to make a Mulligan Stew (a conglomeration of several people's stews in a big pot with red wine added) for Saturday night.
After Jan 2nd, call the Port of Kingston to make your reservations and prepay your slip. (360) 297-3545 We have a group reservation for Milltown but each boat must call to get a slip assignment and prepay.  As cruise captain for this January cruise, I am asking for your response back to me by email or phone so that we know how many to expect. Here’s what I need:
Your boat’s name and length
If you will be staying Friday and Saturday or just Saturday night
We will need some to bring appetizers,
Some to bring stew and
Some to bring dessert.
We also share a potluck breakfast on Sunday.
 
We are asking cruisers to be Saturday hosts for each of the Cruises.  That entails hosting the Saturday Happy hour and Potluck on one cruise.  A theme or activity for those who would like to participate in some group fun is also an option but not required. As cruise captains, we will make the reservations with the port and communicate with the club cruisers.  All the host does is coordinate Saturday for that individual cruise.
Together we will make this a memorable weekend!
Pam Dittrich

Co-Cruise Captain

As the year winds to an end I would like to take this opportunity to wish you a happy holiday season and best wishes for the New Year.
 
The Women’s Boating Seminar that I started 15 years ago will be held on February 18, 2012 and covers several new topics of interest for all levels of experience in both sail and power.  Gift certificates are available – details at www.latitudesailingassoc.org.
 
The Perry Design Rendezvous will take place on August 18-20 at Pt. Ludlow.  This year’s event was difficult since Bob and Jill Perry’s son Spike passed away in April and had planned on getting married at the event.  Perry boat owners came together and were able to help get through the weekend and even have fun.  It truly felt like a close knit group and the Perry family appreciated everyone’s support during such a difficult time.
 
On a brighter note Bob Perry has designed the deck for the new Outbound Voyager on Outbound’s proven Carl Schumacher hull.  The Voyager will have the same incredible comfort, stowage, tankage and performance that make Outbound owners the envy of every anchorage ...and now with panoramic views from a raised salon.  I am excited to be the Outbound representative for the Pacific Northwest, so don’t hesitate to give me a call if you would like to order one for that special Christsmas gift.
 
Last but not least the Seattle Boat Show takes place January 27th through February 5th.  Please stop by the Swiftsure Yachts display to say hi.  If you need assistance with any of your boating needs let me know.
 
To a joyful present and a well remembered past,
Judy Nasmith
206-963-356

Upcoming Cruise to Oak Harbor or Coupeville
August 12-14, 2011
 
        
Cruise to the picturesque town of Coupeville during its Arts Festival weekend.  Lots to see and experience.  This is an anchor out, no host event.
or
Come to the dock at Oak Harbor to support the Challenge race between Milltown and WINSA on Sat, August 13 at 3pm.  We are invited to the OH Yacht Club for burgers and potluck after the race.
 
We have reserved some slips for Saturday.  Call the OH marina to make your reservation  (360) 279- 4575.
 
 
 
Labor Day Weekend to La Conner
September 2-5, 2011
 
It’s time to make your claim on a slip for the Labor Day weekend cruise to the historic, waterfront village of La Conner.  The Labor Day weekend cruise is always a fun time and a great way to end the summer sailing season.  Commodore Walt and his lovely wife, Linda will be our cruise hosts so you know there will be competition and lots of camaraderie.  As we get closer to the event you will hear more.

 

          We have reserved 600 feet on the inside of F dock for Labor Day Weekend.  We ask that Cruisers call the marina directly, mention they are with Milltown and be prepared to be charged one night of moorage as a deposit. The charge is $1.00 per foot. This should allow us anywhere from 15 to 20 boats.  The phone #is (360) 466-3118 and Sharon will help you secure a slip.

 

          We will have to release the unsecured spots by the first part of August.   So, if you know  you will be coming, call the marina and email us back.

 

Your Cruise Captains,

Pam and Margo

Milltown Labor Day Weekend Cruise
To La Conner
Sept 5 – 7, 2011
 
                It’s time to make your claim on a slip for the Labor Day weekend cruise to the historic, waterfront village of La Conner.  The Labor Day weekend cruise is always a fun time and a great way to end the summer sailing season.  Commodore Walt and his lovely wife, Linda will be our cruise hosts so you know there will be competition and lots of camaraderie.  As we get closer to the event you will hear more,.

 

      We have reserved 600 feet on the inside of F dock for Labor Day Weekend.

We ask that Cruisers call the marina directly, mention they are with Milltown and be prepared to be charged one night of moorage as a deposit. The charge is $1.00 per foot. This should allow us anywhere from 15 to 20 boats.  The phone #is (360) 466-3118 and Sharon will help you secure a slip.

 

                We will have to release the unsecured spots by the first part of August.   So, if you know  you will be coming, call the marina and email us back.

 

Your Cruise Captains,

Pam and Margo

The Seattle Thistle Fleet is organizing a Women’s Sailing Clinic to be held at the Leschi waterfront (North end) on Saturday, June 18^th, 2011.  The focus will be on basic and intermediate sailing and racing skills that are useful in any boat.  If you or a female sailor you know would like a chance to try skippering or just learn how to be a better crew as well as the basic racing rules and strategies, this is a perfect opportunity to learn and have fun.  Participants will have the opportunity to sail on  a variety of racing boats, including Lasers and Thistles. The clinic will offer both on-shore and on-the-water learning and drills. The cost of the clinic is $30 with includes a t-shirt and refreshments.  Please contact Haley Lhamon at haley.lhamon@gmail.com or Jen Wisemore at jen@wisemore.info to sign up for this clinic.

Jen Wisemore

425.415.1390 (Home)

425.444.0945 (Cell)

jen@wisemore.info

www.seattlethistles.org

Cruise Report

Port Ludlow Marina

March 19-20, 2011

 

 

We had a great turnout for the March Cruise to Port Ludlow Marina considering the weather has been less than balmy.  Saturday, however, was marvelous as we basked in the glow of the sun for the afternoon in the picturesque bay that is Port Ludlow.  

 

The Port Ludlow Yacht Club extended an invitation to come to their happy hour at their new clubhouse and we all attended.  They were gracious hosts. Our potluck feast included 4 versions corned beef and cabbage to celebrate St Patrick’s Day.  You just can’t have enough of that!  Around the bonfire our Cruise Host, Shaun Wurzner, treated us to a rousing Sailors Questionnaire game.  Unfortunately, it was too dark to read them but Shaun came up with a way to determine a winner to give the prize of a bottle of Baileys to.  I believe that bottle graced several of our coffee cups the next morning!

 

It was a great weekend of camaraderie and great sailing.  Thanks to those who made the weekend so much fun: Walt and Linda Drechsler (Loribird),  Darren and Pam Davis (Halcyon),  Shaun Wurzner and Michelle (Sorcerer),  Todd Smith and son (Slapshot), Andrew and Linda (Izarra), Bruce and Margo Hayden (Northern Light), Slavek Michalowski (Baba), Mark and Pam Dittrich (Else), Tony and Moe Sitz (Rose)and our new member, Paul Tuten (Minaret)

Here are some photos from the cruise:

 

 

Pam Dittrich and Margo Hayden

Co-Cruise Captains

Milltown Sailing Association

Tom: Saw this on a blog and thought everyone would enjoy his approach!

by Hugh Elliot (blog)

1. Don’t hit other boats. Collisions are slow and arguments are slower.
2. Keep out of the way of boats in front of you.
3. Port tack boat usually has to stay out of the way of everyone else.
4. Windward boats must stay away from leeward boats.
5. The inside boat gets to go round the mark first.
6. Don’t hit marks. Doing circles is slow.
7. Don’t hit the committee boat. First, it is a mark (see Rule 6) and second, it really makes them mad.
8. Nothing good ever happens on a layline.
9. The port tack layline is a very ugly place.
10. Control your own destiny: stay out of the Protest Room. Protest Committees are uncontrollable: with a 100% solid case, you have a 50% chance of being DSQ