August is one of the best months to enjoy the club for a sail, swim, paddle, cookout or just to watch the boats go by. There is plenty of summer left, and lots of activities for everyone. Why not make a reservation for a party or event? There is no better location for a relaxed gathering of friends, colleagues and family. Hope to see you soon! *Racing Opportunities in August* *August 11* It’s not too late to sign up for the Connecticut River Leukemia Cup Challenge. Raise your sails and join our fellow sailors in Essex for great racing and a great cause. For more information and to register: <http://www.essexcorinthian.org/2018ctriverleukemiacup.html>http://www.essexcorinthian.org/2018ctriverleukemiacup.html *August 14th: 5PM*: Raindate August 15 Blue Jay Racing. This is the 4th race in our Blue Jay series. Our fleet continues to grow. Meet at 5:00 PM to rig, skippers meeting at 5:15, races start at 5:30. RSVP to Priscilla Robinson to reserve your boat: probinson02@snet.net *Fall Blue Jay Racing:* If you would be interested in sailing in a Blue Jay race series on Saturdays in September and October, please reach out to Priscilla Robinson at probinson02@snet.net to help us plan and to find out more details. *Racing Results for July* *Mid Summer Scow One Design July 14* First: Will Hendershot Second: Devan Howe Third: Keith Kraner *Mid Summer Handicap Race July 14* First: Gus Montana and Sam Krempel Second: James Spallone and Phoebe Spallone Third: Dave Platt and Hope Kenefick *Blue Jay Race Series #3 July 18- Finishes for boats qualified in series* First: Toby Doyle and Priscilla Robinson Second: Linda Shemwell and Diane Chadkowski Third: Mikayla Pace and Alex Cassels *SWAG!* Looking for unique gifts or some new housewares? Visit the Ship’s Store http://pettipaug.com/PYC-shipStore.html to purchase your very own PYC merchandise. Contact Marian Carson: Lcarson5@comcast.net or 860-767-1929 or cell 860-227-3234 to place your order. *Race Committee Chair Position Open* After many years of dedicated service to our club, John Kennedy will be stepping down as Race Committee Chairperson at the end of this season. We greatly appreciate all he has done to keep sailboat racing alive and well at Pettipaug. We have an active group of volunteers that have been assisting with races this year, and we are now seeking someone (or someones!) to help lead this great group into 2019. If you are interested in finding out more about this opportunity, please reach out to John Kennedy at kdesign@snet.net or Kathryn Ryan at kmryan1995@gmail.com. *House and Grounds* Recycling is now up and running at PYC. We have added a separate recycling bin next to the trash dumpster at the club. Please separate your waste appropriately and dispose of it in the correct container when you clean up. Help us keep PYC green. Dogs are welcome at Pettipaug outside of Sailing Academy hours, but please be respectful and remember to clean up after your dog. *Blue Jays for Adoption* We have recently acquired a couple of blue jays in need of restoration and a good home. Interested in adopting a Blue Jay to take home this fall and fix up for next season? Please reach out to Priscilla Robinson at probinson02@snet.net or Kathryn Ryan at kmryan1995@gmail.com. *Save the Dates* ● Leukemia Cup Challenge: August 11, 2018. Hosted by ECYC, this will be dinghy fleet racing and great party open to all, sailors and non-sailors alike. Details above. ● Decommissioning: Oct. 13, 2018 ● Annual Cocktail Party & Awards: Nov. 10, 2018 More information about the Club is available at www.pettipaug.com Commodore Kathryn Ryan kmryan1995@gmail.com *Please do not reply directly to this email, any questions should be directed to Commodore Ryan at the email above.*