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Dan K

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Feb 11, 2024, 1:02:09 PM2/11/24
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Folks,

 

There is so little snow on the ground and so much water in the lake I had to check the calendar just to make sure it was still February.   Yes it is still February and still winter but the good news is there are now less than 10 weeks before boats are once again sailing on the Great Sacandaga Lake.

 

Attached is the latest revision to the 2024 Comm Fleet calendar.   Please note all the dates and plan on joining us during the 2024 season.

 

Punxsutawney Phil said it’s an earlier Spring this year … just saying ….

 

dk

 

Sail Fast !!

 

From: Dan K [mailto:dss...@aol.com]
Sent: Saturday, January 13, 2024 12:58 PM
Subject: RE: 2024 Community Fleet Events

 

Folks,

 

Earlier this week,  MYC posted the official calendar.   With the MYC event dates locked in, I reviewed dates for all other events and updated the Community Fleet Calendar accordingly.   There have been a few tweaks, so please see revision #3 of the calendar which is attached.

 

Don was kind enough to update the Community Fleet and Boat Rating pages of the MYC website.   The pages now have links to current Comm Flt documents as well as a link back to the official Community Fleet website.   Thanks, Don !!

 

If you have questions, know someone  who should be added to our mailing list or would like to be removed from this list, please let us know.

 

As we look out at little snow and a full lake, remember Spring just isn’t that far away.

 

dk

 

Sail Fast !!

 

From: Dan K [mailto:dss...@aol.com]
Sent: Saturday, December 30, 2023 2:07 PM
Subject: RE: 2024 Community Fleet Events

 

Folks,

 

Thanks for all the feedback.  I have attached a revised tentative CF calendar for 2024.   It looks like it will be a busy September!

 

Thanks,

 

dk

 

Sail Fast !!

 

From: Dan K [mailto:dss...@aol.com]
Sent: Wednesday, December 27, 2023 9:38 PM
Subject: 2024 Community Fleet Events

 

Folks,

 

We have gotten to that part of the year where today is just a little longer than yesterday.   Although the water is very cold (not yet ice I don’t think), we can take some comfort that the new sailing season is as close as the one we left behind.   Now that the pandemic is a few years in the rear view mirror, we thought more sailors might be interested in joining the Fleet for a few sailing events in 2024.

 

A tentative Community Fleet calendar has been attached for your consideration.    Although we are only guessing at some of the dates, they are likely placed generally in the right time frames.   The hope is we get this out early and everyone builds these dates into their summer schedule.   If you have any questions, feel free to contact us at this return email address.

 

My apologies to those that might receive this email twice.   As always, if you do not want to be on our mailing list just let us know.

 

Happy New Year to all,

 

Dk (Dan Kisel)

 

Sail Fast !!

 

 

2024 Comm Flt Calendar_v4.pdf

william pfeiffer

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Feb 11, 2024, 1:22:25 PM2/11/24
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Dan K

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Mar 10, 2024, 11:29:18 AM3/10/24
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Folks,

 

Well who  would have thunk it?  Mid-March and there is No ice, a FULL lake and warm temperatures forecasted.    At this rate, we’ll have one of those rare years when it will be warm enough to swim on Memorial Day, at least for me.  It also means early small boat sailing so whether a catamaran or a Sunfish peel the covers off and wax them up for a long season.

 

We can finally say we will be sailing next month with only 6 weeks to go until boats are in the water.    With the early spring, everyone should have plenty of time to get both the yard and the boat in shape for any early season start.

 

Going forward, I will be using the Community Fleet email list to touch base with the fleet.   If you are not sure if you are on the list or would like to be added to the list let me know and we’ll get you set up. 

 

See you on the water (soon),

2024 Comm Flt Calendar_v4.pdf

Thomas Michl

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Mar 10, 2024, 12:59:02 PM3/10/24
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Thanks!

FYI I always swim on Memorial Day.  Just have to be quick about it.

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Dan K

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I always knew you were ½ polar bear.   J

 

dk

 

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Dan K

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Mar 29, 2024, 5:51:03 PM3/29/24
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Folks,

 

There is nothing like 16” of snow to readjust your perspective about the start to the season, eh?    The good news is with a bit of rain and some above freezing temps, the snow melt is moving along nicely (except for the 5 foot high piles of snow off each end of my deck).    Regardless, the lake remains ice free and there could be boats on the water in about 2 weeks.   Yes … 2 weeks.   Ironically, it might now be the abundance of water that is the delaying factor to the start of the season.

 

Snow, water … no matter time marches on.   2 weeks until docks are in,  9 weeks until the first scheduled Comm Flt event and only 12 weeks until the big one; the Long Distance Race (LDR).    The long range forecast is already looking good.

 

 

It is that time of year when calendars start to fill in.    Please check out the Comm Flt Calendar (new version attached) and pop in a bunch of sailing dates before non-sailing life crowds onto your sailing time.    Remember it is not all about racing.   There are “community” events that are just about getting together with old and new sailing friends and having a good time.

 

See you on the water,

 

dk

 

Sail Fast !!

 

From: Dan K [mailto:dss...@aol.com]
Sent: Sunday, March 10, 2024 11:29 AM
Subject: FW: 2024 Community Fleet Events

 

Folks,

 

Well who  would have thunk it?  Mid-March and there is No ice, a FULL lake and warm temperatures forecasted.    At this rate, we’ll have one of those rare years when it will be warm enough to swim on Memorial Day, at least for me.  It also means early small boat sailing so whether a catamaran or a Sunfish peel the covers off and wax them up for a long season.

 

We can finally say we will be sailing next month with only 6 weeks to go until boats are in the water.    With the early spring, everyone should have plenty of time to get both the yard and the boat in shape for any early season start.

 

Going forward, I will be using the Community Fleet email list to touch base with the fleet.   If you are not sure if you are on the list or would like to be added to the list let me know and we’ll get you set up. 

 

See you on the water (soon),

 

dk

 

Sail Fast !!

 

From: Dan K [mailto:dss...@aol.com]

Sent: Sunday, February 11, 2024 1:02 PM
To: Dan K <dss...@aol.com>

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Dan K

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Apr 11, 2024, 5:59:38 PM4/11/24
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Folks,

 

If all goes well, the MYC docks will be open and ready to accept boats THIS SATURDAY !!  

 

Now that the season is upon us it is time to get a better gauge on who is interested in sailing Community Fleet events this season.   I have attached the latest Comm Flt calendar as well as this year’s waiver.   Anyone sailing in a Comm Flt event (INCLUDING any crew) must have a waiver on file to start an event.   The good news is the waiver covers all Comm Flt events for the entire 2024 season and only has to be completed once.

 

If you are planning on joining us for any event in 2024, please fill out the attached waiver and return to my personal email.   One can also fill out the waiver, take a picture of it and text it to my phone.   Those returning the waiver will give us a good idea anticipated level of participation for the 2024 Comm Flt schedule of events.   Filing in a blank waiver also allows us to update our information with any changes we have missed over the last several year. 

 

Now that the season is here remember time goes fast.   It is only 10 weeks until the Long Distance Race (LDR) and the forecast is still looking great!   That would be a beam reach all the down from the bridge.   How do you turn that down?! 

 

 

See you on the water,

 

dk

 

Sail Fast !!

 

From: Dan K [mailto:dss...@aol.com]
Sent: Friday, March 29, 2024 5:51 PM
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Subject: FW: 2024 Community Fleet Events

 

Folks,

 

There is nothing like 16” of snow to readjust your perspective about the start to the season, eh?    The good news is with a bit of rain and some above freezing temps, the snow melt is moving along nicely (except for the 5 foot high piles of snow off each end of my deck).    Regardless, the lake remains ice free and there could be boats on the water in about 2 weeks.   Yes … 2 weeks.   Ironically, it might now be the abundance of water that is the delaying factor to the start of the season.

 

Snow, water … no matter time marches on.   2 weeks until docks are in,  9 weeks until the first scheduled Comm Flt event and only 12 weeks until the big one; the Long Distance Race (LDR).    The long range forecast is already looking good.

 

 

It is that time of year when calendars start to fill in.    Please check out the Comm Flt Calendar (new version attached) and pop in a bunch of sailing dates before non-sailing life crowds onto your sailing time.    Remember it is not all about racing.   There are “community” events that are just about getting together with old and new sailing friends and having a good time.

 

See you on the water,

 

dk

 

Sail Fast !!

 

From: Dan K [mailto:dss...@aol.com]

Sent: Sunday, March 10, 2024 11:29 AM

Subject: FW: 2024 Community Fleet Events

 

Folks,

 

Well who  would have thunk it?  Mid-March and there is No ice, a FULL lake and warm temperatures forecasted.    At this rate, we’ll have one of those rare years when it will be warm enough to swim on Memorial Day, at least for me.  It also means early small boat sailing so whether a catamaran or a Sunfish peel the covers off and wax them up for a long season.

 

We can finally say we will be sailing next month with only 6 weeks to go until boats are in the water.    With the early spring, everyone should have plenty of time to get both the yard and the boat in shape for any early season start.

 

Going forward, I will be using the Community Fleet email list to touch base with the fleet.   If you are not sure if you are on the list or would like to be added to the list let me know and we’ll get you set up. 

 

See you on the water (soon),

 

dk

 

Sail Fast !!

 

From: Dan K [mailto:dss...@aol.com]

Sent: Sunday, February 11, 2024 1:02 PM
To: Dan K <dss...@aol.com>

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Dan K

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Apr 30, 2024, 9:34:13 PM4/30/24
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Folks,

 

Four weeks until the first Community Fleet event on June 1st.    I start my 2024 campaign of domination (as long as Sweven stays at the dock for most races) with practice on Thursday.   How many boats are going to be ready to go?

 

See you on the water,

 

dk

 

Sail Fast !!

 

From: Dan K [mailto:dss...@aol.com]

Sent: Thursday, April 11, 2024 5:59 PM
To: CF-Google Comm Flt <communi...@googlegroups.com>

Subject: RE: 2024 Community Fleet Events

Importance: High

 

Folks,

 

If all goes well, the MYC docks will be open and ready to accept boats THIS SATURDAY !!  

 

Now that the season is upon us it is time to get a better gauge on who is interested in sailing Community Fleet events this season.   I have attached the latest Comm Flt calendar as well as this year’s waiver.   Anyone sailing in a Comm Flt event (INCLUDING any crew) must have a waiver on file to start an event.   The good news is the waiver covers all Comm Flt events for the entire 2024 season and only has to be completed once.

 

If you are planning on joining us for any event in 2024, please fill out the attached waiver and return to my personal email.   One can also fill out the waiver, take a picture of it and text it to my phone.   Those returning the waiver will give us a good idea anticipated level of participation for the 2024 Comm Flt schedule of events.   Filing in a blank waiver also allows us to update our information with any changes we have missed over the last several year. 

 

Now that the season is here remember time goes fast.   It is only 10 weeks until the Long Distance Race (LDR) and the forecast is still looking great!   That would be a beam reach all the down from the bridge.   How do you turn that down?! 

 

 

See you on the water,

 

dk

 

Sail Fast !!

 

From: Dan K [mailto:dss...@aol.com]

Sent: Friday, March 29, 2024 5:51 PM
To: CF-Google Comm Flt <communi...@googlegroups.com>

Subject: FW: 2024 Community Fleet Events

 

Folks,

 

There is nothing like 16” of snow to readjust your perspective about the start to the season, eh?    The good news is with a bit of rain and some above freezing temps, the snow melt is moving along nicely (except for the 5 foot high piles of snow off each end of my deck).    Regardless, the lake remains ice free and there could be boats on the water in about 2 weeks.   Yes … 2 weeks.   Ironically, it might now be the abundance of water that is the delaying factor to the start of the season.

 

Snow, water … no matter time marches on.   2 weeks until docks are in,  9 weeks until the first scheduled Comm Flt event and only 12 weeks until the big one; the Long Distance Race (LDR).    The long range forecast is already looking good.

 

 

It is that time of year when calendars start to fill in.    Please check out the Comm Flt Calendar (new version attached) and pop in a bunch of sailing dates before non-sailing life crowds onto your sailing time.    Remember it is not all about racing.   There are “community” events that are just about getting together with old and new sailing friends and having a good time.

 

See you on the water,

 

dk

 

Sail Fast !!

 

From: Dan K [mailto:dss...@aol.com]

Sent: Sunday, March 10, 2024 11:29 AM

Subject: FW: 2024 Community Fleet Events

 

Folks,

 

Well who  would have thunk it?  Mid-March and there is No ice, a FULL lake and warm temperatures forecasted.    At this rate, we’ll have one of those rare years when it will be warm enough to swim on Memorial Day, at least for me.  It also means early small boat sailing so whether a catamaran or a Sunfish peel the covers off and wax them up for a long season.

 

We can finally say we will be sailing next month with only 6 weeks to go until boats are in the water.    With the early spring, everyone should have plenty of time to get both the yard and the boat in shape for any early season start.

 

Going forward, I will be using the Community Fleet email list to touch base with the fleet.   If you are not sure if you are on the list or would like to be added to the list let me know and we’ll get you set up. 

 

See you on the water (soon),

 

dk

 

Sail Fast !!

 

From: Dan K [mailto:dss...@aol.com]

Sent: Sunday, February 11, 2024 1:02 PM
To: Dan K <dss...@aol.com>

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2024_CommFlt_Waiver_Blank.pdf
2024 Comm Flt Calendar_v5.pdf

Aaron D. White

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Spring projects on Sweven are in full swing!! Planning to splash Mother’s Day weekend (my gift to Anne 😂).  I am looking to do as many races as possible this season so better practice more than once a week DK!  Also will hopefully have Jordan White (MYC PM) getting in on some races on his 1963 Pearson Electra!  Please add him to the com fleet group email if he isn’t already, rev.jord...@gmail.com

Look forward to seeing everyone on the water in a few weeks!!

-Aaron

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Devin Van Zandt

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I plan to race as much as possible and prevent Dan's dominance.

Thanks,
Devin

Dan K

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Bvoneuler

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Hi Dan 
So a boat is bought I finally decided on a Capri 22. I don’t have dock on the lake yet so I’m thinking joining you guys for a couple of races. I guess I should plan to participate in the fleet races. And leave you to deal with Aaron😊
Warm Regards
Bjorn



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See you on the water,

 

dk

 

Sail Fast !!

 

From: Dan K [mailto:dss...@aol.com]
Sent: Friday, March 29, 2024 5:51 PM
To: CF-Google Comm Flt <communi...@googlegroups.com>
Subject: FW: 2024 Community Fleet Events

 

Folks,

 

There is nothing like 16” of snow to readjust your perspective about the start to the season, eh?    The good news is with a bit of rain and some above freezing temps, the snow melt is moving along nicely (except for the 5 foot high piles of snow off each end of my deck).    Regardless, the lake remains ice free and there could be boats on the water in about 2 weeks.   Yes … 2 weeks.   Ironically, it might now be the abundance of water that is the delaying factor to the start of the season.

 

Snow, water … no matter time marches on.   2 weeks until docks are in,  9 weeks until the first scheduled Comm Flt event and only 12 weeks until the big one; the Long Distance Race (LDR).    The long range forecast is already looking good.

 

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Rob MacDonald

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May 2, 2024, 8:12:48 PM5/2/24
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Robbie MacD will be racing his F16 Joy and Peril as much as the laws of Man and Nature and my wife shall permit. 

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Dan K

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Dwight Williams

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I’m in, if you’ll have me.  Hobie something- will vary depending on mood and conditions 

Thanks
Dwight 

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On Apr 11, 2024, at 5:59 PM, 'Dan K' via Community Fleet <communi...@googlegroups.com> wrote:



Folks,

 

If all goes well, the MYC docks will be open and ready to accept boats THIS SATURDAY !!  

 

Now that the season is upon us it is time to get a better gauge on who is interested in sailing Community Fleet events this season.   I have attached the latest Comm Flt calendar as well as this year’s waiver.   Anyone sailing in a Comm Flt event (INCLUDING any crew) must have a waiver on file to start an event.   The good news is the waiver covers all Comm Flt events for the entire 2024 season and only has to be completed once.

 

If you are planning on joining us for any event in 2024, please fill out the attached waiver and return to my personal email.   One can also fill out the waiver, take a picture of it and text it to my phone.   Those returning the waiver will give us a good idea anticipated level of participation for the 2024 Comm Flt schedule of events.   Filing in a blank waiver also allows us to update our information with any changes we have missed over the last several year. 

 

Now that the season is here remember time goes fast.   It is only 10 weeks until the Long Distance Race (LDR) and the forecast is still looking great!   That would be a beam reach all the down from the bridge.   How do you turn that down?! 

 

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See you on the water,

 

dk

 

Sail Fast !!

 

From: Dan K [mailto:dss...@aol.com]
Sent: Friday, March 29, 2024 5:51 PM
To: CF-Google Comm Flt <communi...@googlegroups.com>
Subject: FW: 2024 Community Fleet Events

 

Folks,

 

There is nothing like 16” of snow to readjust your perspective about the start to the season, eh?    The good news is with a bit of rain and some above freezing temps, the snow melt is moving along nicely (except for the 5 foot high piles of snow off each end of my deck).    Regardless, the lake remains ice free and there could be boats on the water in about 2 weeks.   Yes … 2 weeks.   Ironically, it might now be the abundance of water that is the delaying factor to the start of the season.

 

Snow, water … no matter time marches on.   2 weeks until docks are in,  9 weeks until the first scheduled Comm Flt event and only 12 weeks until the big one; the Long Distance Race (LDR).    The long range forecast is already looking good.

 

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Dan K

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Bjorn,

 

Where would you put in the Capri 22 when joining some of the races?   MYC has a small ramp but I doubt it is large or deep enough to put in there.

 

Thanks,

 

dk

 

Sail Fast !!

 

Bvoneuler

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Hi Dan
I’m working on it. My boat has a wing keel and the draft just about 3.2’. 
Warm Regards
Bjorn



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Dan K

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May 19, 2024, 8:46:05 PM5/19/24
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Folks,

 

Only two weeks until the first Community Fleet event on Saturday, 6/1. 

 

Also, it is only 5 weeks until the MYC Long Distance Race (LDR).   The NOR and Sis are released and attached to this email.    I am not sure the forecast gets any better.   Can anyone say “Dan’s wheelhouse”?   Game on, baby !!

 

If you want to do the LDR but are worried about “from off lake logistics”, let us know and we’ll see what can be worked out.  

 

 

See you on the water,

 

dk

 

Sail Fast !!

 

From: Dan K [mailto:dss...@aol.com]

Sent: Tuesday, April 30, 2024 9:34 PM
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Subject: FW: 2024 Community Fleet Events
Importance: High

 

Folks,

 

Four weeks until the first Community Fleet event on June 1st.    I start my 2024 campaign of domination (as long as Sweven stays at the dock for most races) with practice on Thursday.   How many boats are going to be ready to go?

 

See you on the water,

 

dk

 

Sail Fast !!

 

From: Dan K [mailto:dss...@aol.com]

Sent: Thursday, April 11, 2024 5:59 PM
To: CF-Google Comm Flt <communi...@googlegroups.com>

Subject: RE: 2024 Community Fleet Events

Importance: High

 

Folks,

 

If all goes well, the MYC docks will be open and ready to accept boats THIS SATURDAY !!  

 

Now that the season is upon us it is time to get a better gauge on who is interested in sailing Community Fleet events this season.   I have attached the latest Comm Flt calendar as well as this year’s waiver.   Anyone sailing in a Comm Flt event (INCLUDING any crew) must have a waiver on file to start an event.   The good news is the waiver covers all Comm Flt events for the entire 2024 season and only has to be completed once.

 

If you are planning on joining us for any event in 2024, please fill out the attached waiver and return to my personal email.   One can also fill out the waiver, take a picture of it and text it to my phone.   Those returning the waiver will give us a good idea anticipated level of participation for the 2024 Comm Flt schedule of events.   Filing in a blank waiver also allows us to update our information with any changes we have missed over the last several year. 

 

Now that the season is here remember time goes fast.   It is only 10 weeks until the Long Distance Race (LDR) and the forecast is still looking great!   That would be a beam reach all the down from the bridge.   How do you turn that down?! 

 

 

See you on the water,

 

dk

 

Sail Fast !!

 

From: Dan K [mailto:dss...@aol.com]

Sent: Friday, March 29, 2024 5:51 PM
To: CF-Google Comm Flt <communi...@googlegroups.com>

Subject: FW: 2024 Community Fleet Events

 

Folks,

 

There is nothing like 16” of snow to readjust your perspective about the start to the season, eh?    The good news is with a bit of rain and some above freezing temps, the snow melt is moving along nicely (except for the 5 foot high piles of snow off each end of my deck).    Regardless, the lake remains ice free and there could be boats on the water in about 2 weeks.   Yes … 2 weeks.   Ironically, it might now be the abundance of water that is the delaying factor to the start of the season.

 

Snow, water … no matter time marches on.   2 weeks until docks are in,  9 weeks until the first scheduled Comm Flt event and only 12 weeks until the big one; the Long Distance Race (LDR).    The long range forecast is already looking good.

 

 

It is that time of year when calendars start to fill in.    Please check out the Comm Flt Calendar (new version attached) and pop in a bunch of sailing dates before non-sailing life crowds onto your sailing time.    Remember it is not all about racing.   There are “community” events that are just about getting together with old and new sailing friends and having a good time.

 

See you on the water,

 

dk

 

Sail Fast !!

 

From: Dan K [mailto:dss...@aol.com]

Sent: Sunday, March 10, 2024 11:29 AM

Subject: FW: 2024 Community Fleet Events

 

Folks,

 

Well who  would have thunk it?  Mid-March and there is No ice, a FULL lake and warm temperatures forecasted.    At this rate, we’ll have one of those rare years when it will be warm enough to swim on Memorial Day, at least for me.  It also means early small boat sailing so whether a catamaran or a Sunfish peel the covers off and wax them up for a long season.

 

We can finally say we will be sailing next month with only 6 weeks to go until boats are in the water.    With the early spring, everyone should have plenty of time to get both the yard and the boat in shape for any early season start.

 

Going forward, I will be using the Community Fleet email list to touch base with the fleet.   If you are not sure if you are on the list or would like to be added to the list let me know and we’ll get you set up. 

 

See you on the water (soon),

 

dk

 

Sail Fast !!

 

From: Dan K [mailto:dss...@aol.com]

Sent: Sunday, February 11, 2024 1:02 PM
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2024 LDR NOR.pdf
2024 LDR Sailing Instructions.pdf

Bvoneuler

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Did you all sail today?
Warm Regards
Bjorn



On May 19, 2024, at 8:46 PM, 'Dan K' via Community Fleet <communi...@googlegroups.com> wrote:



Folks,

 

Only two weeks until the first Community Fleet event on Saturday, 6/1. 

 

Also, it is only 5 weeks until the MYC Long Distance Race (LDR).   The NOR and Sis are released and attached to this email.    I am not sure the forecast gets any better.   Can anyone say “Dan’s wheelhouse”?   Game on, baby !!

 

If you want to do the LDR but are worried about “from off lake logistics”, let us know and we’ll see what can be worked out.  

 

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See you on the water,

 

dk

 

Sail Fast !!

 

From: Dan K [mailto:dss...@aol.com]
Sent: Tuesday, April 30, 2024 9:34 PM
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Subject: FW: 2024 Community Fleet Events
Importance: High

 

Folks,

 

Four weeks until the first Community Fleet event on June 1st.    I start my 2024 campaign of domination (as long as Sweven stays at the dock for most races) with practice on Thursday.   How many boats are going to be ready to go?

 

See you on the water,

 

dk

 

Sail Fast !!

 

From: Dan K [mailto:dss...@aol.com]
Sent: Thursday, April 11, 2024 5:59 PM
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Subject: RE: 2024 Community Fleet Events
Importance: High

 

Folks,

 

If all goes well, the MYC docks will be open and ready to accept boats THIS SATURDAY !!  

 

Now that the season is upon us it is time to get a better gauge on who is interested in sailing Community Fleet events this season.   I have attached the latest Comm Flt calendar as well as this year’s waiver.   Anyone sailing in a Comm Flt event (INCLUDING any crew) must have a waiver on file to start an event.   The good news is the waiver covers all Comm Flt events for the entire 2024 season and only has to be completed once.

 

If you are planning on joining us for any event in 2024, please fill out the attached waiver and return to my personal email.   One can also fill out the waiver, take a picture of it and text it to my phone.   Those returning the waiver will give us a good idea anticipated level of participation for the 2024 Comm Flt schedule of events.   Filing in a blank waiver also allows us to update our information with any changes we have missed over the last several year. 

 

Now that the season is here remember time goes fast.   It is only 10 weeks until the Long Distance Race (LDR) and the forecast is still looking great!   That would be a beam reach all the down from the bridge.   How do you turn that down?! 

 

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See you on the water,

 

dk

 

Sail Fast !!

 

From: Dan K [mailto:dss...@aol.com]
Sent: Friday, March 29, 2024 5:51 PM
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Subject: FW: 2024 Community Fleet Events

 

Folks,

 

There is nothing like 16” of snow to readjust your perspective about the start to the season, eh?    The good news is with a bit of rain and some above freezing temps, the snow melt is moving along nicely (except for the 5 foot high piles of snow off each end of my deck).    Regardless, the lake remains ice free and there could be boats on the water in about 2 weeks.   Yes … 2 weeks.   Ironically, it might now be the abundance of water that is the delaying factor to the start of the season.

 

Snow, water … no matter time marches on.   2 weeks until docks are in,  9 weeks until the first scheduled Comm Flt event and only 12 weeks until the big one; the Long Distance Race (LDR).    The long range forecast is already looking good.

 

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<2024 LDR Sailing Instructions.pdf>

Dan K

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Yes, we had a late start around 2pm and did a very shortened course.   Lots of fun either way.

 

dk

 

Sail Fast !!

 

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Bvoneuler

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So real sailors! No sunshine ones!🏴‍☠️
Warm Regards
Bjorn



On Jun 22, 2024, at 8:38 PM, 'Dan K' via Community Fleet <communi...@googlegroups.com> wrote:



Aaron D. White

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Anyone interested in a doing a short weeknight community fleet race tomorrow Tuesday 6/25?

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Devin Van Zandt

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Sorry Aaron...missed this email.  I'm interested if we can get at least 4 boats.  I am out next week, but the week after?  How about Tuesday or Thursday?

Thx

Thomas Michl

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Jun 28, 2024, 8:42:27 PM6/28/24
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Keep us in the loop. We were tied up but in general up for this. 

Dwight Williams

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Same here- sorry I missed the message too

Dwight 
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Denis Foley

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Does anyone have a boatsun chair my jib line is on upper shroud . I need help SATURDAY say 10AM  or yu name time.. 
is anyone can help.    Thank you denis foley 

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Joseph Glennon

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Denis,
I have a bosuns chair... Harken... very sturdy. The downside is that I'm away until Sunday. I can get to you anytime next week. 

Joe Glennon

Dave Clayman

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Dennis

I have a West Marine bosun’s chair. It is soft, and not as comfortable or easy to work from as the Harken.  I will bring it up to the lake today.

Dave

 

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Dave Clayman

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Also, the soft bosun’s chair must be used with a safety chest harness.

Dave

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T Redman

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Thomas Michl

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Denis Foley

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Ok can i get it Tuesday. I live in saratoga.    Where are you.   Denis 

Dave Clayman

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I left it shackled to your life lines.  Make sure you use a chest harness with the bosun’s seat. 

Dave

 

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Denis Foley

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 Dave , 
Just saw your message.  If your still there could you leave it on my boat wind and spirits or on the table on the porch . I can be up at the club tomorrow by  10:30 AM 

Thank you so much   Denis 

Denis Foley

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Dave do you have a safety harness.  I try to get one.  Denid 

Denis Foley

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thank You  I will usea harness

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Deborah Dewey

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Great idea!

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Claire Pospisil

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Could you get a video of this? Please
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On Jul 5, 2024, at 7:12 PM, Deborah Dewey <dewe...@gmail.com> wrote:


Great idea!

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On Thu, Jul 4, 2024, 3:59 PM Denis Foley <fol...@gmail.com> wrote:
Friends
Does anyone have a boatsun chair my jib line is on upper shroud . I need help SATURDAY say 10AM  or yu name time.. 
is anyone can help.    Thank you denis foley 
On Fri, Mar 29, 2024 at 5:51 PM 'Dan K' via Community Fleet <communi...@googlegroups.com> wrote:

Folks,

 

There is nothing like 16” of snow to readjust your perspective about the start to the season, eh?    The good news is with a bit of rain and some above freezing temps, the snow melt is moving along nicely (except for the 5 foot high piles of snow off each end of my deck).    Regardless, the lake remains ice free and there could be boats on the water in about 2 weeks.   Yes … 2 weeks.   Ironically, it might now be the abundance of water that is the delaying factor to the start of the season.

 

Snow, water … no matter time marches on.   2 weeks until docks are in,  9 weeks until the first scheduled Comm Flt event and only 12 weeks until the big one; the Long Distance Race (LDR).    The long range forecast is already looking good.

 

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T Redman

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Claire Pospisil

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I’m getting one.
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