[PYC_75th.jpg] COMMODORE'S COMMENTS MARCH 17, 2025 HAPPY SAINT PATRICK'S DAY Perhaps Covid has implemented changes but decades ago, at Blarney Castle in Cork, Ireland, I remember trudging up the 125 stone steps to reach the " Blarney Stone". When reaching "the keep or battlement" area of the castle and between gasps, it was noted that the "stone" is 85' above the ground. However, in order to plant the required "kiss" you need to bend over backwards as the stone is 6' below the platform. But, God forbid, just in case ~ there is a narrow railing and of course a kind spirited attendant, ours was half my size. It is promised to those who successfully land the "kiss", that they are bestowed the "gift of the gab~ the ability to cleverly flatter and coax others" . I chose to take a pass on that "kiss" ! No Blarney smooching for me, but here is Some coaxing and always flattering to be your Commodore. MARCH 22nd. SATURDAY Weather permitting. Docks in. High School spring sailing starts 2025 MEMBERSHIP All 2025 membership dues needs to be paid by the end of March. Thank you. APRIL 12th~SATURDAY~ 9 a.m. If WATER is turned on: #1 SPRING WORK PARTY ! All hands on decks, grills, grounds, heads, planting, raking, cleaning! Painting and other tasks will take place throughout April and May in preparation of the 2025 and 75th Anniversary Season, Commodore's Race and Commencement MEMBERS BOATS TO PETTIPAUG The Vice and Rear Commodore have requested NO BOATS be brought to PYC, until you read their date in one of these UPDATES. There will be work done on the roads and in the boat yards, no boats until completed. Thank you. vicecommodore@pettipaug.org<mailto:vicecommodore@pettipaug.org> rearcommodore@pettipaug.org<mailto:rearcommodore@pettipaug.org> 2025 PETTIPAUG SAFE POWERBOATING COURSE ~ On-Land and On- Water! Two-day hands-on Power Boat Operator course (Saturday and Sunday) On-Land and On- Water! DATES: # 1 April 26 & 27~ #2 May 17 & 18 #3 June 14 & 15 ~ #4 August 9 & 10 Sign up to learn and improve your powerboat skills! The course covers the requirements to earn a Connecticut Safe Boating Certificate and provides hands-on power boat training. It is one of the few hands-on courses available in Connecticut. Click here for full details.<https://pettipaug.org/PDFs/PYC%20PowerBoatCourse.pdfpVC8uCHrx_nGQ1aqH7mBW4C_0t9-JS8PxGuRPw.MEYCIQC1dtUAAia7hwcvrDc86YsJwxQ-iJM_0uWISumhp_f3rAIhALLsNHXomCU_ZEp7RGEOI5Wx670CYXriU-ojCCxFZKyb> Questions, please reach out to Bob Cashman: bob@nerdsintheknow.com<mailto:bob@nerdsintheknow.com> 2025 MEMBER'S PRIVATE PARTY RESERVATIONS Members, this is an opportune time to plan your spring and summer gatherings at PYC. The PYC Private Party Member Guidelines and Agreement are on the PYC Web-site. Need help? Contact: commodore@pettipaug.org<mailto:commodore@pettipaug.org> Thank you! 75th PYC ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION COMMODORE'S RACE and COMMISSIONING! SATURDAY MAY 24 and SUNDAY MAY 25 !!! You'll be receiving the invitation this week. COAXING~ Members, please send information to all PJSA and PYC Alumni that you know who might be interested in attending. Emails, text, Face Book, X , whatever, however! * We plan to have pre- registration for Commodore's race and Commissioning Celebration * Past-Commodores, exceptional service, alumni will receive invitations and seats at the Commissioning Ceremony on the north lawn * Stories and photos from 1950s ~ 2025 Please send to: commodore@pettipaug.org<mailto:commodore@pettipaug.org> Thank you. FLATTERING~ Members love the stories and photos ! MID-SUMMER TALENT SHOW: JULY 12 Members, you have a few months to "get your act together" for the 2nd PYC ANNUAL TALENT SHOW to be held at the 2025 Midsummer Party on July 12th. The party follows the Midsummer Regatta. Last summer there was an abundance of talent . We will need worker bees, judges and of course talented (or not!) participants. PLEASE SEND : your name, contact info your talent and approx. time of performance to : NANCY DEVENS 210ndevens@gmail.com<mailto:210ndevens@gmail.com> 2025 PYC SHIP'S STORE : Watch for the new items that will be available at the Ship's Store. There will be "real" etched glasses, 75th Reunion Swag, new design "T" and polo shirts and much more! MARCH TRIVIA The two time winner of the 10th 1899 and the 11th 1901 America's Cup "COLUMBIA" challenged and defeated what yacht in both these races? First Correct answer received will be announced and awarded a gift at May 24, 2025 PYC Commissioning. Send answers to: commodore@pettipaug.org<mailto:commodore@pettipaug.org> Priscilla Robinson PYC Commodore