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Annual Property Walk
The Grounds Committee did its annual “property walk” in early March to make a list of repairs. This has become an annual tradition and it helps keep the club in good working order. We have a number of infrastructure-type items that need to be addressed and we will be taking those to the board for funding. These include:- Filling in cracks in the main drive
- Upgrading the electrical system
- Repairing some of the older buildings
- Improving the drainage at the club
- Repairing worn dock boards
- Replacing broken picnic tables
Spring Work Party
We had our spring work party on Saturday March 31. We had about a dozen workers show up. Many stayed well past noon. John George brought some Bean Soup for lunch and Geoff Endris grilled hamburgers for those who stayed into the late afternoon. We got a lot of work done: Got the upper shelter spruced up. Replaced some broken picnic tables. Put the RIB lift back in the water (CLICK HERE to check out the Facebook video on that). We even did some drainage work to give drain water a better path to the lake. Colin Leatherbury continues to make great progress clearing out dead trees and cutting back the bushes and thorns around the outside of the club. When you come out this spring, you will see a much better maintained and much more open club grounds. For those of you who missed out on the work day due to spring break or Easter holiday, fear not. We still have plenty of work to do. We will most likely have another work day to clear up the leaves that have accumulated in between the boats once the boats are out of the parking lots. [divider height="30" style="default" line="default" themecolor="1"]Other Work Projects
We also have a number of projects that people can perform at their leisure. These will be posted on the club web site. You can go to the web site and sign up for the project, report its conclusion and get your work credits. Some projects include:- Painting some of the buildings/sheds
- Replacing and painting the siding on the Commodore’s shed
- Replacing some roof decking and shingles on the Commodore’s shed
- Applying sealer to the new dock boards so they last longer
- Applying sealer to the new picnic tables
- And much more
Landscaping Committee
I am still looking for volunteers who want to work on the Landscaping Committee. We need gardeners who would like to plant flowers and shrubs around the grounds to make the place look a little nicer. Please contract the Grounds Committee if you want to help. [divider height="30" style="default" line="default" themecolor="1"]Trailer Parking
We will be mowing the upper trailer lot in April as soon as the swamp drains. We have lots of standing water up there now. The sign at the top of the hill says no trailers until May 1st. This is to give us time to get the field ready. If we get some dry weather and can get the field mowed, we might open up the lot prior to May 1st. Please monitor the Facebook page and your email box. Note that we have a few trailers that appear to have been abandoned and do not have stickers. If these are not claimed by the end of the month, they will be removed from the club premises. Contact Dennis Robertson if one of the trailers belongs to you. Geoff Endris - Grounds Committee
Have a boy or girl that spends too much time playing video games or on their phone?
Want to steer them a new course in life. Come join us April 22!
Sign up your young sailor for this fast moving, 16 hour sailing class.
Three Classes:
Class 1 ~ 9-12 year old, on a Opti (a small 8' boat, perfect for the smaller, younger boy or girl).
Class 2 ~ 13-18 year old, on Laser Full rig (a 14' boat, perfect for the larger boy sailor).
Class 3 ~ 12-15 year old, Laser Radial rig (perfect for a young teenage girl or boy).
Eligibility:
Prospective sailors must be able to swim.
Must have a lift jacket, USCG type, with whistle attached to it.
Open to members and non-members (boys and girls).
Class size limited to 6-8 sailors!
Enrollment:
Fee $128.00 (check or cash)
Where:
ECSC Sailing School, 8901 West 46th Street, Indianapolis, In 46234
Date ~ Time:
Sign up date April 22, 11am, please join us for an introductory hour and learn what we do.
Class Dates: May 6, 13, 20 and June 3rd, 11:00am to 3pm. (rain or shine)
Instructional Staff:
Our instructors are experienced sailors with small boat racing, All of our junior instructors are U.S. Sailing Certified Level 1, some are level 2 and 3's and Red Cross First Aid with CPR trained.
On the Water time:
Instruction are conducted in Laser: Full, Radial and 4.7 or with the Optimist rigs.
ECSC will supply the boats, sailors will supply other personal gear.
Classroom & Work-out Drills:
Work books, lots of jump rope, chin, push and set ups, light bench press, speed bag, punching bag and sailing games.
Notes:
Participation is based on the sailor and sole discretion of the team leader.
Minors must have a consent of parents, and an application and completed emergency treatment form,
For more info: e-mail Wayne Myers (team leader) ~ alarmco@bac.comcastbiz.net
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Other News !
I would like to "Thank all you" for the past Support of Our Youth Sailing Program, Without your help this program would not left the dock.
Your donation this year will be a big help in our goal to sent the kids to local and national events.
Check out their race schedule on our Facebook page or our ECSC Junior Sailing Team page.
Safety and Education,
Chuck Lessick and Wayne Myers
- Clearwater Marine Services - Greg Branham, owner - 317-440-3762 - Fiberglass, gelcoat, outboard motor repairs and electronic installations.
- Borkowski Boatworks - Cameron Borkowski, Owner - borkowskiboatworks@gmail.com - Fiberglass, paint, gelcoat, engine, electrical, commissioning, and commissioning work
- West Marine - Parts and supplies - (317) 841-0826 - http://www.westmarine.com
- APS - Annapolis Performance Sailing - http://www.apsltd.com - not local, but a good internet provider of sailing parts and gear -
- Line Honors - yacht racing outfitters - http://www.linehonors.com - not local - but a good internet provider of sailing gear
- Jerry Cooper - (recommended by Bob Hockok) works on outboards lives near ECSC - (317) 373-0968
A few reminders from our committee heads, Visit the Racing Page and sign up for Race committee duty. Come to the Race Meetings, they have been very informative. Email Kenny and volunteer for our many work projects and work parties planned for 2017. Contact our Social Chair and take on chairing a social event. Check out this months Social article on specific needs for Social hosts. All of these activities are not only fun, but you earn valuable work credits to apply to next years dues.
See you on the water,
Rick Graef Publicity
Just when thoughts of sailing entered our minds, January turned cold again. However sailing season is only two and a half months away. Board members and Committees are busy making plans for an exciting 2017 season. Sailing related opportunities are ever increasing as the time draws near. We encourage all members to submit their membership renewals and enjoy the many advantages of being a part of our sailing community.
I stopped by the Club on Wednesday before the first race seminar. The boats all looked secure as they quietly waited to get back into the water. It was nice to see a bald eagle fly overhead. The eagle seemed to be watching over our gear and making sure all will be ready for spring.
I also attended the race rules and tactics seminar held at ISC last month. The wind was up and halyards were making their music. They slapped against masts anxious to hoist sails once again. It was good to see so many ECSC sailors enhancing their knowledge on all things racing and getting ready to go sailing once again. We’ll be on the water sooner than you think.
Larry Conrad
Commodore
Our 2017 sailing season is just a few months away! As you know we have several social events that are pre-set for each sailing season. These events could not happen without our trusted volunteers leading the charge by hosting them. Work Credits are provided to volunteers that spend their time to make our club more enjoyable. Below you will see a list of the already scheduled events and the openings I have for recruitment opportunities. You will have my full support!
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| Dates | Event | Host |
| Sun. 5/14 - 11:30 am | Mother's Day Brunch | Mike and Katie Smith (Pending Confirmation) |
| Mon. 5/29 - 3:30 pm | Memorial Day Cook-out | Open |
| Sun, 6/18 - 11:30 am | Father's Day Brunch | Kidd Family (Pending Confirmation) |
| Tues, 7/4 - 3:30 pm | Fourth of July Pig Roast | Steve and Sarah McQueen (Pending Confirmation) |
| Sat, 8/5 - 5:30 pm | Lobster Fest | Eric Jones (Pending Confirmation) |
| Mon, 9/4 - 5:30 pm | Labor Day Cook-Out | Open |
| Sat, 10/14 - 5:30 pm | Chili Cook-Off | Open |
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Sat, 11/4 - 6:00 pm |
Final Bash | Open |
Please let me know which event you would like to host