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Safe Email Practices

EYC Members

While our database has not been hacked, please be advised that scammers frequently pose as the Commodore, Treasurer, or other individuals listed on our website in emails directed to specific recipients, whose contact info is also listed on the website. They attempt to trick the recipient out of money, or gift cards, etc.
They use our names and other information available on our website to make themselves sound credible-ish. The email address is often incorrect, but the more sophisticated scammers “spoof” the address, making it appear correct, so that isn’t a sure way to sniff them out.
They will also try to create a sense of urgency. Maybe some reason why it needs to be addressed “discretely.” If in doubt, call the supposed sender.
Definitely do NOT click on links in a suspect email, or open attachments. Pick up the phone. Call the sender before investigating further. I think that is the safest bet.
Regards,
Hugh
EYC Commodore

Passing of Charles Tencate

The EYC is saddened to learn of the passing of  longtime EYC member Charles “Chuck” Tencate on  September, 2022.  The EYC extends their condolences to Chucks’ wife Lana and all his family and friends.

Chuck’s obituary can be found using this LINK

Be part of the best Summer ever

Deadline for Early Bird Renewal is February 28th

Can you feel it? The sun is rising sooner and the days are getting longer.  Summer is coming. Get ready for the 2023 Season and renew now.

When renewing your membership, please check  that your  address, email and telephone numbers on your account are correct  If no changes are needed, kindly leave everything formatted as is for the directory.  If you noticed anything incorrectly listed on your Club Express account, please email [email protected] and let us know what needs to be added, corrected or deleted. We will make the changes to your account to verify your information is formatted correctly for the printed directory.

If you need assistance in anyway, please email Lisa Gifford at [email protected]
Early Bird rates for 2023
Senior membership dues $210
Single Membership dues $210
Family Membership dues $235
Student Membership dues $85
You may also mail a check payable to EYC. Please postmark by Feb 28th to take advantage of early bird rates and mail to:
Jodi Hoyerman
P.O. Box 582
Ephraim, WI 54211

EYC is hiring for the 2023 Season

See you on the DOCK!

Passing of Elizabeth Revenaugh

The EYC is saddened by the passing of EYC member Elizabeth (Betsy) Revenaugh.  Betsy was a passionate and positive person who loved Door County. Having learned to sail and windsurf as a teenager, Betsy took EYC’s Adult Sailing Class with enthusiasm. Along with her daughter, Elli, who took lessons for years, she enjoyed spending time on the dock. She will be dearly missed.

The EYC offers their condolences to Betsy’s family and friends.  Betsy’s obituary can be found HERE

 

Friends, Sun and Sailing!  That sounds like an EYC summer to me!

The 2023 Summer Sailing Registration opens February 1st!

  • Choose from one week and two week sailing class options
  • Classes fill quickly so get ready to sign up
  • An active link will be available on the website using this link SailingLessons  starting Feb 1, 2023
  • Questions? Email the EYC Education Team at [email protected]

Summer 2023 EYC Staff Opportunities

Speaking of summer, the Ephraim Yacht Club is accepting applications for the following positions for the 2023 summer season.  If interested, please send your resume, including sailing and powerboat experience, references, date of birth, current year in school, available dates for work, and contact information to Hugh Haggerty at [email protected].

SAILING INSTRUCTOR

Sailing Instructor duties include teaching sailing lessons, running races, mentoring dock assistants and students, and working dock. Other duties include general clubhouse duties, member assistance, and equipment care and maintenance.
Applicants should be experienced small boat sailors with a solid sailing resume, including instruction and racing. Instructors are required to have US Sailing Level I Instructor or higher, current CPR/First Aid AED, and SafeSport certificates prior to employment. Sailing Instructors should expect to work approximately 35 to 40 hours per week. Applicants must be have reached their 16th birthday by December 31st, 2023.
DOCK ASSISTANT
Dock Assistant duties include keeping the dock and clubhouse facilities clean and properly equipped, and assisting members. Applicant should be able to properly use equipment to assist in launching and storing boats and associated equipment. Qualified individuals may support running races. Dock assistants are required to have current CPR/First Aid and SafeSport certifications prior to employment.
Dock Assistants should expect to work approximately 25-35 hours per week. Applicants must be have reached their 15th birthday by December 31st, 2023. Applicants under the age of 16 are required to have a WI child labor form.

 

 

Renew your membership for 2023

Renew now at Early Bird Rates!
 
Is anyone else counting down the days (132) until the 2023 summer season? Get ready to feel the warm breezes in Eagle Harbor and renew your EYC membership.  Please check your email for the renewal notice sent on January 16th.  If you do not see it, please check your spam folder and/or ask your partner to check their email and spam.

When renewing your membership, please check  that your  address, email and telephone numbers on your account are correct  If no changes are needed, kindly leave everything formatted as is for the directory.  If you noticed anything incorrectly listed on your Club Express account, please email [email protected] and let us know what needs to be added, corrected or deleted. We will make the changes to your account to verify your information is formatted correctly for the printed directory.

If you need assistance in anyway, please email Lisa Gifford at [email protected]
Early Bird rates for 2023
Senior membership dues $210
Single Membership dues $210
Family Membership dues $235
Student Membership dues $85
You may also mail a check payable to EYC. Please postmark by Feb 28th to take advantage of early bird rates and mail to:
Jodi Hoyerman
P.O. Box 582
Ephraim, WI 54211
See you on the DOCK!

Winter News from the EYC

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

May the memories of summer fun, friendships and follies keep you warm all winter long!

Summer 2023 EYC Staff Opportunities

Speaking of summer, the Ephraim Yacht Club is accepting applications for the following positions for the 2023 summer season.  If interested, please send your resume, including sailing and powerboat experience, references, date of birth, current year in school, available dates for work, and contact information to Hugh Haggerty at [email protected].

SAILING INSTRUCTOR

Sailing Instructor duties include teaching sailing lessons, running races, mentoring dock assistants and students, and working dock. Other duties include general clubhouse duties, member assistance, and equipment care and maintenance.
Applicants should be experienced small boat sailors with a solid sailing resume, including instruction and racing. Instructors are required to have US Sailing Level I Instructor or higher, current CPR/First Aid AED, and SafeSport certificates prior to employment. Sailing Instructors should expect to work approximately 35 to 40 hours per week. Applicants must be have reached their 16th birthday by December 31st, 2023.
DOCK ASSISTANT
Dock Assistant duties include keeping the dock and clubhouse facilities clean and properly equipped, and assisting members. Applicant should be able to properly use equipment to assist in launching and storing boats and associated equipment. Qualified individuals may support running races. Dock assistants are required to have current CPR/First Aid and SafeSport certifications prior to employment.
Dock Assistants should expect to work approximately 25-35 hours per week. Applicants must be have reached their 15th birthday by December 31st, 2023. Applicants under the age of 16 are required to have a WI child labor form.

Fall 2022 Edition of the Eagle’s Cry

The Fall 2022  issue of the EYC’s newsletter, the Eagle’s Cry, has been published, and the paper version was sent out to  members’ mailboxes.  The online version (in color!) can be viewed at EC Fall 2022

Historical Video featuring the EYC

This fall BD Thorp performed as his Great Uncle Ivan at Dearly Departed, a cemetery walk hosted by the Ephraim Moravian Church and the EHF. The performance includes a lengthy discussion regarding Thorp’s contributions to the EYC and includes photos of the EYC from the family’s collection. View the performance using this link https://youtu.be/9PdPiL90R9g

Don Polzin sailed into the Sunset

DONALD E. POLZIN- February 12, 1930 – September 14, 2022. THIENSVILLE/SISTER BAY

Intrepid EYC mariner, Donald Polzin was last seen suspended on a trapeze wire on his sporty 470 (US31) sailing out of Eagle Harbor into the sunset in September.  Don Polzin, age 92, passed away September 14 in Thiensville after a battle with cancer. This was the first summer in 31 years that he missed being at his red cottage on Little Sister Road.

Don started to sail at the age of 42. He and his two sons learned the craft while competing in several regattas throughout the midwest. His first trip to Eagle Harbor was with his son in 1973 when they attended a regional 470 championship.

Upon retiring after a career as Theatre Arts Professor at Northern Illinois University, Don and his second wife, Jacquie, spent summers remodeling their cottage and sailing a series of boats: the 470 which he loved to single hand, a Buccaneer, a Laser and a windsurfer. He also raced with George Carey on George’s Flying Scott.

A more detailed life story is available https://doorcountypulse.com/obituary-donald-e-polzin/ or https://www.schramkafuneralhome.com/memorials/donald-polzin/5023987/

A Celebration of Life is planned for July 2023 in Ephraim, Wisconsin. Condolences can be sent to Jacquie Polzin at [email protected] or mailed to her at: 304 Madero Drive, Thiensville, WI 53092.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to: The Door County Land Trust  PO Box 65 Sturgeon Bay, WI 54235

 

   

 

 

Mark Your Calendars

The EYC is excited to announce the date, location and theme of  next summer’s Aaron R Moore Scholarship Fundraiser!

 

 

 

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