2013 Typhoon Kick-Off Dinner

Set Sail by Anton Abo

We enjoyed a wonderful Kick-Off Dinner last night to launch our 2013 Typhoon Season.  This year, the clubhouse was packed with the racers from Rappahannock River Yacht Club.  We were joined by members of the Wilton Creek Cruising Club, headed by Stan Coloff; and members of the growing Typhoon Fleet at Fishing Bay Yacht Club.

Our Typhoon Fleet Captain, Chuck Carmichael, went over some of the terrific plans for this year.  They include the 3rd Annual Typhoon Nationals, September 27-29; the RRYC Commodore's Cup October 5th; and the Turkey Shoot Regatta, October 11th-13th.  This last one is one of the largest regattas on the Chesapeake Bay.  Over 125 classic boats compete during this weekend of activities.  Its proceeds benefit Hospice Support Services of the Northern Neck and Riverside Hospice in Tappahannock and Gloucester.

Kinnet Ehring, our Typhoon Social Director, with help from her husband Chris organized the dinner and cooked the main food.  Many volunteers help create a wonderful event with an array of great appetisers; the main course of roast beef with creamy horseradish sauce; strawberry salad with roasted pecans; great sides; and a dessert bar that added at least 2,000 calories to my boat's weight.

Fun, along with wine, beer, and beverages flowed as Jerry Latell, of Ullman Sails Virginia, led us on a great review of racing rules - focusing just on the three main problem areas.  (We're all promising to race more carefully this season and it should last at least until the end of the second race next Wednesday night.)

The evening was so beautiful that about half of the group enjoyed dinner and conversation on the Club's wonderful porch overlooking Carter's Creek.  The sunset was lovely.  We're looking forward to a fun-filled season and are so very thankful to Ron Mihills and Ned Crockett for their past leadership.  It's enabled us to get to this "starting line" in 2013.

Thanks For A Great Refresher On Sail Racing

Thanks again for a great session at RRYC's Clubhouse, Saturday. Tom Chapman led this excellent event and shared his tips for those tough racecourse situations when even the most experienced sailors are debating the proper move.  His program was incredibly well organized with a thoughtful agenda that led to a lot of knowledge for this sailor.  One of the Club's newest members, David Lee, was kind enough to share his extensive racing knowledge along with some great tips for improving our chances on the racecourse.   Sam Marshall, also one of the top racers in the region, was very helpful on new rules, too.  It was a pleasure to be in a group of truly excellent sailors and racers who were all willing to share their knowledge with each other and those just starting out. Julia Lee, wife of David Lee made two delicious plates of baked goods.  We're thankful and hope to see more of her fine cooking in the group sessions to come!

Racing Rules of Sailing Seminar Today, April 13th

The 2013 Racing Rules Seminar's time has changed.  It's being offered from 2-5:30pm at the Rappahannock River Yacht Clubhouse today, Saturday May 13th.

Please plan on attending the annual Racing Rules Seminar today at its new time.  There will be a review of the rules by going through situations that occur as you go around the race course.  Discussion will be led by new member David Lee, along with Sam Marshall, and Tom Chapman. We hope to encourage discussion and have an emphasis on the changes for 2013 to 2016.  Bring your rule book and we'll see you there soon.

The Kick Off Party Launching The Typhoon Season At RRYC Is Set For Wednesday, April 24th

It's beautiful, warm and balmy outside these days - perfect sailing weather and time to burn those socks.  While this may not be one of the events on the calendar for this year's Kick Off Party, it is still guaranteed to be a fun night.  There will be a cocktail hour followed by dinner and dessert.
Afterwards, Jerry Latell of Latell, has graciously agreed to again lead us through a Typhoon Racing Rules Refresher in his informative and clear style.  This is always casual and great for both new and seasoned racers.  So join us at 6PM at the Rappahannock River Yacht Club.  Please let Kinnet know by Saturday, April 20th if you're coming so she can make sure that there's plenty of food for all. Just email her at kinnet@verizon.net or call 804.438.9320.  The cost is only $10 per person.