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Farewell to the 2023 Season- Annual Recognition Awards

We hope all our members enjoy the Labor Day Weekend to the fullest!

Cancelled –  End of Season Clean-up Day  Saturday, September 2nd

This year our awesome staff worked with the Equipment, Dock and Clubhouse chairs over the last few weeks to clean-up and ready our equipment, dock and clubhouse for the off season. The EYC  is ready for its’  long winter rest.  Mark your calendars for May 25th, 2024 to come down to the dock  and help open for the 2024 Summer Season.

 

EYC Annual Recognition Awards

 

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The EYC would like to recognize  Susanna Mortarra and Calvin Hoag as the recipients of the 2023 Volunteer of  the Year and the 2023  Sportsmanship Award.  These two individuals are always  part of the action at the EYC.  Susanna creates and coordinates activities for our EYC youth members for this summer and the last several summers.  On Wednesday nights, Susanna would ensure that our junior members had a fun night at the dock or around Ephraim. Calvin could be seen on the dock  and at the clubhouse getting ready to go sailing, helping out with other sailors.  His can do attitude and friendly demeanor made certain that the dock was a welcoming place

Congratulations to you both!!

 

We will see everyone on the dock next season!

End of Season- Regatta Wrap-up, Clean-up Day, EYC/EHF Scavenger Hunt and Commodore’s

EYC/EHF Scavenger Hunt-Saturday, August 19th

The Ephraim Yacht Club and Ephraim Historical Foundation invite members to attend an Adult Mixer Photo Scavenger Hunt. Meet new friends, then team up to test your knowledge of Ephraim trivia! Tickets are $10 per person. Proceeds benefit both the EYC and EHF.

Arrive at the Anderson Barn no later than 5:45 PM. Volunteer to be a designated driver when you register (DD’s car should be able to fit at least 5 people). Teams re-group at the Ephraim Yacht Club at 8 PM to have answers scored. Enjoy beverages (BYOB) and snacks and share tall tales while organizers tally results. Creative answers earn bonus points! Prizes go to the top two teams!

Questions? Phone the EYC at 920-854-7107 or the EHF at 920-854-9688.

Boat Usage post Season- August 14th-September 1st

Farewells can be difficult and we have had to send off our wonderful instructors and dockhands for their winter destinations and endeavors.  While we may not see those friendly faces, members can still take out a boat by appointment.  Call 920-421-0755 to set a date and time.

All requests must be made a day in advance.

Clubhouse Closing and Clean-up Work Day September 2nd

Bid a fond farewell to the 2023 summer season and join us on the dock one last time for our closing up work day.  Come down to the dock at 9:00 a.m.

118th Regatta Wrap Up

We had 23 boats representing 8 yacht clubs participating in the Ephraim Regatta. For full results use this link 118th Ephraim Regatta

We will always have any Ephraim Regatta and it is thanks to the many folks who contributed their time to make this event successful. Woody  would like to give shout- outs to the following:

Flying Scot Clinic: PJ Buehler, David Ames, Mike Faugust for organizing and Sauter Family, Dischner family, and Gifford family

Race Committee: PRO – Geoff Endris, Matt Wittacker – Driver and Owner, Laura O’Rourke, Lisa Gifford, John Archibald and Eric Bussell for getting good footage.

Windward Markset Boat: Ben Schallip, Anna Opaczewski, Ali Scattergood and Evan Anderson. 

Leeward Markset Boat: Max Gifford Henry Tasker and Hayden Johansen

Safety Boat: Nick Mueller 

Judges Boat: Mike Lisle – Driver and Owner (Saturday), Collin Knight -Driver and Owner (Sunday), Fred Horwitz, Bob Aring and Dave Lucy

EYC Staff: Laura Thérien, Jackson Graham, Grace Mangun, Annie Larsen, George Knight, Vanessa Demarinis and any others that i missed

Merch Sales: Marta Fonseca and Geoff Werner

Racer Welcome Party: Mike Faugust for organizing food and to Lisa Gifford and Laura O’Rourke for helping setup

Lunches and breakfast bar: Liz Dischner

Registration: Carol Fiedler

Ephraim Regatta Party: My wife Emily Heidler for organizing, Great Lakes BBQ, Ephraim Historical Society – party space, Laura O’Rourke, Julie Watkins, Carol Fiedler, Tava Wilson, Lisa Gifford, Ed Graham, Jess Sauter, Debby Heidler, Skip Heidler, Kelly Isak, Liz Dischner and Alexander’s Restaurant (chairs and tables).

Commodore’s Cocktail Thank-you’s

A round of thanks to our many volunteers who helped make this year’s Commodore’s party a success, from our wonderful EYC staff who assisted with the set-up and tear down, to Bob “Bar Angel” Richter who helped with bar set-up and management, Jessica and Steve Sauter, Sara Knight, Barb Ziegler, Suzanne and Mike Lisle, Amy Mangun, Duska Pearson, Heather Andersen, Carol Fiedler, Myra DeLong, Laura and Jack O’Rourke, and Geoff Werner.  It was a picture-perfect evening at Hidden Acres for our end of season social event!

We have two lost and found items from Commodore’s a pair of glasses and a tray.  Please contact Lisa Forsman for more information.

Use of Club Boats Post Season at the EYC

EYC Post Season August 8th-September 1st

Farewells can be difficult and we have had to send off our wonderful instructors and dockhands for their winter destinations and endeavors.  While we may not see those friendly faces, members can still take out a boat by appointment.  Call 920-421-0755 to set a date and time.

All requests must be made a day in advance.

Clubhouse clean-up/work day will take place September 2nd

End of Season Events- Annual General Meeting, Commodore’s Cocktail, Couples Bunco and Scavenger Hunt

EYC Annual Membership Meeting

On Saturday, August 12th, the EYC will hold its annual membership meeting at the Clubhouse at  9:00 a.m. All members are invited to join the meeting, listen to the committee reports and meet the board.

Commodore’s Cocktail Party

Please join us on Saturday, August 12th @ 6:00 pm for the Commodore’s Cocktail party at beautiful Hidden Acres farm in Sister Bay.  Join us for our end of season social and awards announcements. All ages welcome!

We are still looking for additional volunteers to make this event a success.  If you are able to help out, please sign up here Commodore’s Cocktail Volunteers

 

Partner Bunco-Sunday, August 13th

Please join us at the clubhouse @6:30 p.m. for couples Bunco! Grab your partner and have some fun!

EYC/EYH Scavenger Hunt-Saturday, August 19th

The Ephraim Yacht Club and Ephraim Historical Foundation invite members to attend an Adult Mixer Photo Scavenger Hunt. Meet new friends, then team up to test your knowledge of Ephraim trivia! Tickets are $10 per person. Proceeds benefit both the EYC and EHF.

Arrive at the Anderson Barn no later than 5:45 PM. Volunteer to be a designated driver when you register (DD’s car should be able to fit at least 5 people). Teams re-group at the Ephraim Yacht Club at 8 PM to have answers scored. Enjoy beverages (BYOB) and snacks and share tall tales while organizers tally results. Creative answers earn bonus points! Prizes go to the top two teams!

Questions? Phone the EHF at 920-854-9688 or the EYC at 920-854-7107

118th Ephraim Regatta is here!!

118th Ephraim Regatta Weekend List of Events-Friday, Saturday and Sunday

Friday kicks off the EYC’s events for the 118th  Ephraim Regatta.  The first event will be the Ephraim Regatta Clinic starting at 10:30 a.m. for registered competitors.  Details following.

EYC Merchandise sales will change their hours for regatta weekend.  The Pop-up Shop will open on Friday 11-5, Saturday 10-2 and Sunday 10-1.

On Saturday morning please support the Ephraim Men’s Club Pancake Breakfast from 7:oo a.m. to 9:00 a.m. at the Ephraim Village Hall.

Competitor check-in begins at 8:15 a.m. and the first race of the Ephraim Regatta will start at 11:00 a.m.   On Saturday night join us at the Ephraim Regatta Party to share the joy and misery of the first day of racing.  The Regatta Party will be held at the Olga Dana Green, across from the EYC, from 6:00 p.m.  Great Lakes BBQ will be served,. BYOB.  12 and over $20, 6-12  $10 and 5 and under are  free. On Sunday the 2nd day of races begins at 10:00 a.m.

Sunday the Regatta resumes at 10:00 a.m.

Ephraim Regatta Clinic-Friday at 10:30 a.m.

The EYC regatta clinic will be just as informational as last year’s clinic and is included with your regatta registration. We hope all Regatta participants take advantage of this educational opportunity.  This year, David will focus on boat handling for our Friday clinic.  They will present their findings from their review of video and telemetry data to improve both boat handling and boat speed.  The morning lecture will include a breakdown a few of the most common boat handling maneuvers and dive into the details of how they determine what is fast on the race course.  The day will also include both on and off the water technique review and implementation, break out groups and short practice races.  

EYC Annual Membership Meeting

On Saturday, August 12th, the EYC will hold its annual membership meeting at the Clubhouse at  9:00 a.m. All members invited to join the meeting, listen to the committee reports and meet the board.

Commodore’s Cocktail Party

Please join us on Saturday, August 12th @ 6:00 pm for the Commodore’s Cocktail party at beautiful Hidden Acres farm in Sister Bay.  Join us for our end of season social and awards announcements. All ages welcome!

We are looking for additional volunteers to make this event a success.  If you are able to help out, please sign up with this link Commodore’s Cocktail Volunteers

 

See You on the Dock!

Say Regatta 3x- Family Regatta, Women’s Regatta, 118th Ephraim Regatta and Joani Lewis Memorial Sail

Family Regatta Saturday, July 29th

The EYC’s annual family regatta will take place this Saturday during the regular  Flying Scot Saturday series races. The following boats sailing will be eligible for Family Regatta trophies: any boat carrying a husband and wife, or a parent and child, or a grandparent and grandchild, or siblings. This regatta is open to EYC members and the boat draw for EYC- owned boats will be at 9:00 a.m., the optional skippers meeting will be at 9:30 a.m. and the first warning signal will be at 10:00 a.m.  Family Regatta will be raced as part of the  Flying Scot Saturday series, but each also will be scored separately as a regatta. Up to three  races will be held. 

Joani Lewis Memorial Sail and Social Saturday July, 29th

Come join us for a fun sail around Eagle Harbor in memory of Joani Lewis, who loved nothing more than an uplifting sail with friends. We’ll cruise the harbor in Flying Scots for about an hour then head back to the dock for wine, cheese and Door County Pie! Let’s toast to the love of  sailing!

Women’s Regatta  Thursday, August 3rd

The EYC  Women’s Regatta will take place on Thursday, August 3rd during the regular Flying Scot Thursday series races.   The regatta is open to all EYC members and both the skipper and crew must be women.  The boat draw for EYC-owned boats will be at 5:00  p.m., the optional skippers meeting will be at 5:30 p.m., and the first warning signal will be at  6:00 p.m.

Ephraim Regatta Clinic

The EYC regatta clinic will be just as informational as last year’s clinic and is included with your regatta registration. We hope all Regatta participants take advantage of this educational opportunity.  This year, David will focus on boat handling for our Friday clinic.  They will present their findings from their review of video and telemetry data to improve both boat handling and boat speed.  The morning lecture will include a breakdown a few of the most common boat handling maneuvers and dive into the details of how they determine what is fast on the race course.  The day will also include both on and off the water technique review and implementation, break out groups and short practice races. 

To register for the 118th Ephraim Regatta and to see the full list of the activities for the weekend use this link 118th Ephraim Regatta

Ephraim Regatta Racing Committee Volunteers Needed

The EYC is searching for volunteers for the Race Committee.  Sailing experience is not necessary just a willingness to learn and some strong arms! Please reach out to Woody Heidler [email protected] for more information.

First Mates Potluck

We would love to give a big shout out to Debbie Brightbill & Karen Bierman, who stepped up once again to chair the potluck earlier this month.  They pulled together a full team of volunteers without a lot of notice and made this wonderful event happen.  Thanks to all those that helped and came out to enjoy the friendship and food.

 

More Regatta action this weekend, Let’s get sailing, Ephraim Regatta Information

Laser Regatta

The Laser Regatta will be held on Saturday, July 22nd and Sunday, July 23rd.  This regatta is open to all and competitors do not have to be EYC members.  EYC members are eligible to use club boats and will be entered into the boat draw upon registration.  Registration is available online at this  link EYC Racing and also on race day at the clubhouse. Please check the NOR for the schedules of the races.

Please Note, due to the Laser regatta this weekend, we will not be running our EYC Saturday Race series.

Thank you to Rich Hall volunteers that contributed to an awesome regatta last weekend, including Laura O’Rourke, Lisa Gifford, Sybil Tasker, Myra DeLong and Marta Fonseca.  Also thanks to the EYC staff for running a great event!

118th Ephraim Regatta is almost Here

This Friday  at the EYC Merchandise pop-up shop we will be selling  the 118th Ephraim Regatta Shirts.  We have limited inventory of sizes so come down to the dock tomorrow if you want first choice. Also come down to get your EYC t-shirts, hoodies, totes and hats.

Registration for the Ephraim Regatta

The 118 Ephraim Regatta will be held Saturday, August 5th and Sunday, August 6th.  Use this link to read the Notice of Race Registration shall be completed, and all event registration fees shall be paid in full by 1700 on August 4th, 2023.  Check-in will start on Friday morning August, 5th.  To register for the regatta use this link Ephraim Regatta.

Volunteers are needed for all the regatta events, use this Ephraim Regatta Volunteers to sign-up.

Regatta Clinic

The Regatta entry fee includes a clinic on Friday with David Ames and PJ Buhler.  The Friday clinic starts at 10:30 and ends at 4:00 p.m.  Don’t miss this mind blowing event conducted by two great racers and instructors.  

Regatta Party

This year’s regatta party will be held at Olga Dan Green park across from the EYC.  Great lakes BBQ will be served. Soda and water will be provided, all other items are BYOB.  Tickets for the party are $21.00 for adults and $11.00 for children.

Adult and Individual Private Lessons

The EYC offers sailing lessons for adults! Have fun on the water and email Laura Thérien at [email protected] for private lessons OR go to eyc.org and click on Register for Lessons to sign up for group lessons. 

Want to race but need a crew/skipper?

If you are looking to get on the water and race but need to find a crew or skipper, please use this link to find that perfect crew mate. Try the  NEW EYC  skipper/crew sign-up.  Use this link EYC Skipper/Crew Finder. and get ready to race! Notifications go to our Staff Director.

Let’s mess about in boats! 420, Rich Hall and Laser Regattas, Fridays at the EYC-Merch Sales, Races, Potluck, and Men’s Night. Passing of Carlyn Meiners

420/Rich Hall Regatta and Laser Regatta

Over the next two weekends, the EYC will be hosting the 420/Rich Hall Jr Regatta on Saturday, July 15th and Sunday, July 16th. The Laser Regatta will be held on Saturday, July 22nd and Sunday, July 23rd.  Both of these regattas are open to all and competitors do not have to be EYC members.  EYC members are eligible to use club boats and will be entered into the boat draw upon registration.  The 420 Regatta will have two divisions  under 18  (Rich Hall) and  18 over. For the Rich Hall Regatta, skippers must be at least 12 years old.

Registration is available online at this  link EYC Racing and also on race day at the clubhouse. Please check the NOR for the schedules of the races.

Parents racing is a great way for sailors to use and improve their sailing, develop leadership skills and have a lot of fun. We hope you encourage and support your young sailors to participate.

Fridays at the EYC

It’s always a FriYAY at the EYC! Friday mornings the pop-up shop is open from 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. come on down and get your EYC gear including t-shirts, hoodies, hats and totes. We are expecting the 2023 Regatta shirts for next week’s pop-up on 7/21.

On Friday night, come on down to the dock for the 420 and Laser races.  If you are not racing the dock is a perfect place to gather on a Friday night to mingle with other members, support the races and then enjoy a wonderful meal after the races.  If you plan on joining the potluck  please bring your own main dish and a side dish/dessert to share.

Men’s Night

This Friday, July 14th, we will also be having a special gather at the clubhouse starting at 7:00 p.m. Please BYOB and bring an appetizer/snack to share.

Commodore’s Cocktail

We never want summer to end, however it is time to start thinking about the end of season social.  Commodore’s Cocktail will be held at Hidden Acres Farm on Saturday, August 12th.  This end of season social is also an awards event for the EYC racing series.  We are still in need of a few extra hands. Please use this link to volunteer Commodore’s Cocktail

Weekly Activities at the EYC

Don’t forget to join other EYC members at Bunco on Monday Nights at 7:00 p.m. in the clubhouse, Bridge Monday afternoons at 1:00 and Tuesday afternoons (Bring your own partner) at 4:30.  Please contact Suzanne Lisle if you have questions about Bridge.

Junior activities, for our members under 18, occur on Wednesday nights at 6:00.  Please check the clubhouse for information about the next event.

You can always check our website or our social, Facebook and Instagram for current information.

Passing of Carlyn Meiners

Carlyn Meiners Laser passed away on October 20th, 2022. She was 86 years old. Carlyn was a wonderful wife, mother, and grandmother. She lived her childhood and adolescence in Evanston, IL, her summers in Ephraim, WI, her married life with children in Lake Forest, IL, and her retirement in Stuart, FL.  She was fun, adventurous, and loved to laugh. She had a passion for travel, a thirst for knowledge, and fabulous taste in art, cuisine, and literature. She was preceded in death by her husband, Bill Laser in January 2022. She is survived by her daughters Julie Laser and Carla Laser, her grandchildren Ariana Castro and Orion Castro, and her great grandson Aidan Castro (pictured in photo).

Caryln’s full obituary can be found using this link  Carlyn Meiner

Ice Cream Social wrap-up

It was a beautiful night on the dock celebrating the 4th with family and friends! Thank you to all the volunteers who helped make this year’s Ice Cream Social a success: Marsella and Tim Fults, Carol Miles, Tava Barac, Amy Mangun (scoopers), Nancy Claypool (set-up and clean-up), and Claudia Werner for the waffle bowls! Also,  thank you to Steve and Jessica Sauter for donating the delicious ice cream.  We would also like to include a huge thank you for our co-chairs, Melissa Little and Jane Kennedy

 

See you on the dock!

So much to do at the EYC, get out and be a part of it!! Regatta Season, First Mate Activities, Racing Skills session, Men’s Night, Aaron R Moore Thank you’s and showcase in Door County Living

Opti Regatta  to be held this Weekend Saturday July 8th and 9th

The Opti regatta is open to all boats of the International Optimist class, regardless of whether skippers are members of the Ephraim Yacht Club.  Boat Draw for EYC members will take place  promptly at 11:30 a.m. on Saturday, July 15. Skippers must be present in  person to participate in the boat draw.  Registration is required for this regatta and can be done online using this link Opti Regatta Registration.. You must receive receipt response to confirm your registration. On-site late registration  will take place from 11:00 p.m. to 11:30 p.m. on Saturday, July 15th. Cost is $30.  

First Mates Coffee

Monday, July 10th is the First Mates at 9:00 a.m. Come on down to the clubhouse to discuss the events and regattas for the rest of the season.

First Mates Potluck

Please join us next Thursday, July 13th at 6:00 p.m. at the Ephraim Village Hall for the first mates Potluck.  Karen Bierman and Debbie Brightbill need a few extra hands to help out, use this  link to volunteer  First Mates Potluck

Racing Skills Development & Coaching – Flying Scot Races Thursday July 13th

During next Thursday night’s Flying Scot races on July 13th, Michael Faugust will provide coaching to those interested in improving racing skills. Be at EYC at 5:00 pm with races starting at 6:00 pm.

Friday Pop-up Shop

The EYC Merchandise Pop-up shop is happening again this Friday.  We will be set up on the dock from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. We still need help with sales, especially between 11:30-1:00 p.m.  Use this link to volunteer Merch Sales or contact Marta Fonseca.

Men’s Night on the dock

Friday, July 15th is EYC’s annual men’s night on the dock. Please join us at the Clubhouse this Friday, July 15th for Men’s Night on the Dock.  This event is BYOB – mixers and garnishes will be provided.  See you upstairs on the porch around 7:30, all men are invited to attend.

Friday Night Races and Potluck will still be held.

Regatta Season is here

In the upcoming weeks, the EYC will be hosting the 420/Rich Hall Regatta July 15th-16th and Laser Regatta July 22nd-23rd and of course the Ephraim Regatta, August 5th-6th . Please check out  https://www.eyc.org/racing/    for information regarding the NOR, SI and registration information.

Many Thanks!

Under a lovely sun filled sky, looking out over the beautiful shore of North Bay, EYC members and friends had a spectacular time enjoying each other’s company, bidding on the fabulous auction items, enjoying wonderful food and drink in a beautiful venue, Gordon Lodge! The lights sparkled, the guests smiled their brightest smiles in their fabulous 50’s dress and together we all raised money for sailing scholarships for our Door County boys and girls.

A very big thank you to all our EYC family of friends who attended, donated and helped in our 10th annual ARM-EYC Sailing Scholarship Fundraiser. Thanks to the EYC staff who helped with the auction and moved the boats, once again!  The evening was great fun and the spectacular venue truly transported us to a golden time gone by.  Surrounded by friends who generously participated in the live and silent auction, it looks like another successful year that will allow us to send more kids to sea.

Our heartfelt thanks!  The Moore Family

Be sure to read the wonderful EYC-ARM article of the  2023 summer edition of Door County Living! We have much to be proud  of!! Use this link to read the online article EYC introduces youth to sailing and life skills

 

See You on the Dock!!

Let’s Celebrate the 4th of July- Geezer Gatta, Bunco, & Ice Cream Social. Also Merch Sales, Bridge Update and NEW skipper/crew finder

Geezer Gatta and Flying Scot Racing- Saturday, July 1st

The July 4th weekend is a sort of homecoming at the EYC.  Families gather during this time to reconnect with the place they call(ed) their summer home. For those folks who worked at the EYC during the summers, it is especially nostalgic to come on the dock and see their former students teaching.  Has the student become the master or is the former instructor not washed up yet? It is all on the line at the Geezer Gatta. Boats sailing in the July 1st Flying Scot Saturday series race that are skippered by a former Ephraim Yacht Club instructor will be eligible for Geezer-Gatta trophies.  Racing begins at 10.  Use this link for the NOR & SI

Bunco Monday, July 3rd

Too much family, visitors getting on your nerves? Come take a break and fill your tank at Bunco.  We will meet at the clubhouse at 7:00 p.m.  Special night of hors d’oeuvres and libations for the 4th.

Ice Cream Social, July 4th

The favorite social event at the EYC is finally here!!  Join us at the Clubhouse starting at 7:00 p.m. Bring a sundae topping to share and then make a sundae from 3 different flavors of ice cream! Whipped cream, sprinkles, chocolate sauce, crushed cookies, gummy bears are all great ideas for toppings!  Jane and Melissa are looking for a couple more scoopers for the night. Use this link to sign-up Ice Cream Social Volunteer   Ice Cream donated by Jessica and Steve Sauter and icecreamsource.com

Bridge takes a holiday, returns July 6th

EYC bridge will not be held on Monday, July 3rd or Tuesday, July 4th  due to the holiday.  Bridge will resume on Thursday , July 6th at 9:30 a.m.

Merchandise Sales Friday

Come on down to the dock to buy your EYC merchandise. 9 a.m.-1:00 p.m. Friday, June 30th (and every Friday during lessons). We could always use an extra hand or two use this link to Volunteer for Merch Sales. Can only volunteer for 1 hour, that’s ok leave us a note. Thanks! Geoff and Marta

Need a Skipper/Crew use our new finder

Want to race but don’t have crew or need a skipper? Try the  NEW EYC  skipper/crew sign-up.  Use this link EYC Skipper/Crew Finder. and get ready to race! Notifications go to our Staff Director.

 

Happy 4th of July and See you on the dock!!

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