Club Manager Update April 2024

Hello Everyone!


I had an amazing time sailing in the Keys last month and I learned a TON about sailing! I spent 3 days on a 41' sailboat and then a couple days sailing hunter 18's. I can't wait to learn more this season!

Our club host position has been posted on Indeed for a few weeks now and we have had quite a bit of interest. We have held some interviews and are looking at holding more next week. This is a LAST CALL for candidates! Please apply on Indeed at: https://www.indeed.com/job/club-host-live-site-3a15e1ad2956d520

Youth sailing camp is progressing fairly slowly this month as most of it is waiting on the city. The camp is listed on the riverhouse website and in the City of Eugene rec guide. They said calls are already coming in asking about the program!


CPR/ First Aid Class
When: Saturday, June 1, 2024
Where: EYC Club House
What:
8:30 AM to Noon
CPR/ AED/ for adults and children (American Heart Association Cert.)
Basic First Aid (American Heart Association Cert.)
1:00 PM to 3:00 PM
Practical application of first aid skills. Practice what you learned in
the morning in simulated scenarios. (In a safe, supportive and fun
environment)
Cost: $30.00 for the certification card and to cover the cost of supplies.
($23.75 for the card, $6.25 for supplies)
Class size: Maximum of 8 students for the morning certification class.
Instructor: Laurie Monico
Contact at lauriemonico@gmail.com to sign up or if you have questions.
To reserve your spot, we would like to collect the $30 ahead of time, either by
check or Venmo.
Note: If you already have a first aid and CPR certification and would like to join
the afternoon session to practice those skills in full scenarios, you are welcome to
do that. Please use the above email to let me know you will be joining us.

Until next time!
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Kaitlyn Mentzer
Club Manager, Eugene Yacht Club
(541)359-5630

Club Manager Update March 2024

Hello Everyone!

Things are happening around the club! Both of the ice machines were discovered to have been damaged in the ice storm and are now repaired, the dishwasher should no longer leak (please let me know if it does), the damaged tree is scheduled for removal on April 30th, the fire extinguishers are scheduled for service, and plenty of repairs have been getting done! We are looking for a new tire for our tire swing. If you can help source a decent condition large tire for our swing, please reach out to me. Join in this month's work party to really make sure the club is ready and beautiful for opening day!

Dan will be leaving his position at the end of April and we are actively looking for a new host! If you know of anyone interested, please have them apply on Indeed. https://www.indeed.com/job/club-host-live-site-3a15e1ad2956d520

The youth summer program is moving along nicely! We are waiting to hear back from the city about some financial aspects, but we should be appearing in the upcoming Recreation Guide and registration will open soon after the guide releases (mid April). The city has already had 6 people call and ask if there will be a sailing program this summer! There will be 4 spots in each class reserved for EYC members. We are looking for volunteers to help in the classes, even if you can only commit a day or 2 each week, your help would be appreciated! Please email me at clubmanager@eugeneyachtclub.org if you are interested.

There is a new number that you can reach me at to text or to leave a message. (541)359-5630 I cannot access messages at the club number for some reason, but you can still use it to reach me.

I will be out of town and unreachable from March 27th-April 5th. I will be off learning how to sail at a camp in the Florida Keys! They say that there is no service where we will be. I will try my best to respond to everyone quickly when I return.

That's all I have for this month!

Until next time,

Kaitlyn Mentzer

Club Manager, Eugene Yacht Club

(541)359-5630

Club Manager Update February 2024

Club Manager Report February 2024

Hello EYC!

 This has been an exciting month at the clubhouse! The ice storm wreaked its havoc and 2 pipes burst, our propane went out, and one of our black locusts became uprooted. The pipes and propane have been fixed, but we are still gathering estimates for the tree. From the estimates already gathered, it sounds like it will need to come down. Please stay away from that area until it has been properly remedied.

 The summer youth program is moving along and we have 2 instructors that we are working on finalizing. We are also looking for a volunteer each week to assist. If you are interested in helping make these classes a success, please contact me at clubmanager@eugeneyachtclub.org

 It was great to meet people at the Chili feed and the Commodores Celebration! If I have not met you yet (or you just want to stop in for a chat) feel free to do so Tuesday, Wednesday, or Friday between 10am-2pm at the clubhouse. I am also here other times, it just depends on what needs done for the week. Feel free to call and check that I am in before coming down (541)321-0332.

 There have been some new changes with my position being moved to full time as well as the old storage room turning into an office. The new office is no longer available for storage or meetings. The youth building is a great place for smaller meetings and the clubhouse is great for larger meetings. The lockers are great for storage. Lastly, the club host position reports directly to me, if you have any requests, comments, complaints, or even praise for our club host please direct all of that to me. This will be very important for evaluations, monitoring, and making sure the club host can focus on doing their job right.

 Thank you all for being so friendly and welcoming!

 Until next time,

Kaitlyn Mentzer

Club Manager Update January 2024

Hello Everyone! If you haven't met me yet, my name is Kaitlyn Mentzer and I am the new club manager here at EYC. I grew up in the area and spent a good chunk of my youth in a motorboat on Triangle Lake doing water sports or in Florence crabbing. I do not know much about sailing, but I am looking forward to learning! I have one son, Phelan (16), and my nephew, Seamus (14) living with my partner, Zeke, and I.

This summer we are looking forward to having a youth sailing program for 8 weeks during July and August. WE ARE LOOKING FOR INSTRUCTORS! If you know a good candidate for this, please reach out and have them send me a bit about them and a resume to clubmanager@eugeneyachtclub.org 

 We have a couple plumbing and carpentry jobs needing done at the club, if you are capable of this, please let me know.

 High winds and stormy weather have uncovered boats and water is pooling up on tarps. If you have a boat at the club, you may want to come check that it is still covered adequately.

 Security lights have been replaced and the grounds at EYC are now beautifully lit at night. 

 Our well was worked on at the clubhouse and now includes a silt filter and UV sterilizer.

 Thank you everyone for being so welcoming, I have enjoyed meeting many of you and look forward to meeting more this upcoming season!

Kaitlyn Mentzer

Club Manager Update December 2023

From the Poop Deck:
Good day club members! I hope everyone has an absolutely wonderful holiday season on the horizon. Happening January 13th We’re coming up to our Commodores celebration which is an afternoon family oriented event. Come on by the clubhouse and say thank you to our past commodore.
Also a reminder everyone, that you can apply for your wet mortgage and dry mortgage for next year’s season. As of now the portal is open you may access it by the club or by the membership page of the website and scroll down to apply for mortgage.
We’re in the process of doing the final selection for the new Club Manager so look for upcoming news soon.
January general meeting is our Chili Feed welcome to all to come and enjoy different chilis that are provided by the board.
I’d like to take this time to welcome to new members to the club David and Crystal Weld are joining us. They live in Springfield and have two children to join us. Lydia and Ben also joining the club. We have David Engstrom and his spouse Nelda both have joined.

Club Manager Update November 2023

Things have quieted down and winter maintenance has begun.  On behalf of you Board of Trustees let us wish you a happy Thanksgiving.  Preparations are being made for conversion of the office area to be converted to a Club Managers office with regattas and events using the youth building as their main office/registration area.  Our current club manager will be stepping down and has extended his tenure to cover club needs through the end of the year. We are still searching for a new manager so if you have any suggestions, please contact Commodore Al .  We are now wrapping up the handbook changes for printing in January.  

Club Manager Update October 2023

From the Poop Deck:
What a wonderful sailing season we have had this year. Many thanks to all the Club Members that have worked so hard to support the club.

We are now in the process of shutting down the club for the winter.  The club house will still be available however water systems for the grounds and fire suppression will be winterized and power will be reduced beyond the clubhouse and Yotpot.  The ice machine near A locker will be winterized shortly.

As you will remember our Annual Business Meeting will be October 28th with a potluck at 6:00 and the meeting will be held at 7:00  As usual elections and voting for dues rates will take place.  One vote per membership and no proxies are honored per our handbook

The search for a new Full Time Club Manager with strong Youth sailing program experience is in full swing.  Any candidate recommendations are greatly appreciated.

Club Manager Update September 2023

From the Poop Deck:

With the summer winding down, I would like to take this time to say thankyou to all the club members for the efforts exserted throughout the year. The increase in activity and participation shown weekly has made the thought of the pandemics’ effect on celebrations and activities seam trivial. We will be preparing for the sailing season closure this next month. I encourage members to consider knocking out a few work party hours in the helping and winterizing during the later part of October.

The Board of Directors and the budget committee have met, It is important that your voices be heard and your votes counted at the Annual Meeting the last Saturday in October. You will be seeing suggested bylaw changes published for your voting in the next several weeks.

As a matter of housekeeping:

• Please remember that any boat, trailer brought on to the grounds must be cleared with the Port Captain per our handbook.

• All boats on the grounds must have current registration or be removed from the Club. If you are choosing not to register your boat, you should choose to store it elsewhere.

• If you are new to the club or have a new boat or trailer, please remember that your name or Oregon boat numbers must be displayed on the tongue of the trailer.

• If you wish others to be courteous of your boat/trailer, please be courteous by following the rules and guideline of the Club as stated in your handbook.

• If you have a RV on the grounds, please remember that the power to the trailers will be shut off November. First. you may wish to winterize your RV prior to or shortly after that date.

Club Manager Update August 2023

July Closed with an abundance of activities including 2 National Championships hosted at our club, Lido Nationals and Santana 20 Nationals.  Many thanks to Club Members who gave countless hours to providing a great program.

     As many members have been notified our annual work party hours commitment to the club has ended for this year and Billed unworked hours will show on statements for September.  If you wish to get a jump on your hours for 2023-24 you may contact Marji Clune for projects.

     The Board of Directors has approved the use of the 420 youth sailboats for some recreational supervised sailing for those who have successfully attended the weekly sailing Classes held last Summer or this past sail school.  The boats must be used by a minimum of two certified youth and as always lifejackets are required.  A safety /chase Boat in the vicinity is required. 

Club Manager Update July 2023

From the Poop Deck:

June saw the club conditioning major events chaired by your own club members.  Many Thanks go to the numerous volunteer staff of Sail School, Deck Party, and 4th of July event.  Without the efforts of all involved the programs would not have the positive effect on our members and their families.  As you see the organizers walking the grounds please stop and thank them for their efforts.This years Directors were:

Glen Hughes and RaeAnne Chamberlin for Sail School

Katie Bloom O'Brien for Deck Party

Jeannien Schoenfeld for 4th of July 

Club Manager Update June 2023

We have all been struck with the summer sailing bug.  The lake and wet moorage are both full. We have had 2 very successful events in the last 30 days.  The Memorial Day Regatta under the direction of Marty Parisian was attended by 71 boats filling our center island parkway to full capacity.  Weather and sailing was great.  Many smailes were had by all.  Thank you Marty!!!!!

Live on the edge Clinic and following regatta for Multi-hulls under the direction of Roeland Kapsenberg and his regatta crew exceeded previous years by double digits.  This event keeps growing with many promises from sailors to return again next year.  Thanks Roeland and your event staff.

A couple of housekeeping items:

Remember that boats and trailers mowing is the responsibility of the owners, if the port commission determines your trailer/space/boat needs to be mowed you will be charged $50 for mowing.

Per club member agreement on moorage, all boats on the grounds must be currently registered with Oregon state marine board to be on the premises.and be entitled to a moorage or storage space.   If you haven't used or registered your boat in several years, consider taking it home or elsewhere so your space can be available to another member.

Parents are responsible for their children on the grounds,  If they are using the club owned Kayaks /paddleboards/lifejackets, please help them build good courtesy habits by returning the items to the proper location.  They may need help lifting the items/boats/boards back on the racks.

See you all at the Deck Party on the 17th and at the 4th of July Celebration

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Paul A. Morrow

Club Manager, Eugene Yacht Club

541-321-0332

Club manager Update May 2023

We are now into full swing of our sailing season.  Last week we were busy with 19 people learning tactics at our club hosted North U clinic and 6 people who became certified basic life supporters in CPR and AED.  Thank you Andrew Kerr for a great North U experience and Thank you Lorie Monico for the CPR Class.  

Just a few reminders of housekeeping.

Please launch your boat or move it from the center parking island in preparation for the Memorial Day Regatta.  If you are unsure of the dock regulations for tying your boat, please consult the Club Handbook.

As a reminder everyone agreed to the moorage requirement for registration of your boats with the Oregon state Marine Board.  Please be aware that all boats on the premises need to have current stickers or a receipt from the marine board.  violations may result in loss of moorage and storage on the grounds in the future.

Our trailer inspection for the permanent trailers will be held Saturday May 20th

Great activities are in our future with regattas, clinics , Deck Party, and 4th of July Celebrations.  Come out and have some fun

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Paul A. Morrow

Club Manager, Eugene Yacht Club

541-321-0332

Club Manager's Update April 2023

The lake is full so our Commodore has done her job.  Sailing is beginning and the club looks great.  Many Thanks to those who participated in the work party.  Especially those who have exceeded the hours and who have given additional time away from their busy schedules.  Our port Captain has said that the club has grown to a point that we are almost full on wet/dry and laser moorage.  As a reminder please consult your handbook for proper size boat lines and required Boat registrations.
Events are in the registration process so check your calendars for your favorite activity.
Good wind and Good Sailing
Paul A. Morrow

Club Manager's Update March 2023

From the Poop Deck
Spring has sprung and the Club is looking fantastic.
Many thanks to the Club members who have provided countless hours of sprucing up any making ready for a great season. Areas of major clean up has been the Multihull ramp, new C docks, repair of side wall tower dock, garden areas, seawall fortifications, and Kitchen deep cleaning.
New changes are around the corner: Club Lasers are now placed on the youth dock for usage except during sail school, New youth Zuma/Laser check out podium in the Zuma room, Additional Trailer sign in box w/ binder at the Yacht Pot, Two Cabanas available for rent reservations.
Please remember that if you are planning on using the Kayaks and paddleboards, State laws requires each person obtain a waterway access permit (previously called invasive species permit). Permits are available online from Oregon State Marine Board. For Wet Moorage Boats, consult page 63 through 65 of your club handbook for tie up standards. Let’s protect your and the Clubs property from damage. We are looking forward to a wonderful season of sailing and friendship. Keep safe and have fun.
Paul A. Morrow

Club Manager's Update February 2023

We had a commanding attendance at the January Chili Feed with over 80 people in attendance.  Voted Best Chilli was made by Melissa DeFreest, wife of Board Member Eric.  A special thank you to all who aided and attended the event.
As you enter the Club you will see the magnitude of the dock construction as preparations for this year's sailing season is upon us. Thank you to all Club Members who are helping to keep our facilities safe and in good order.  If you have a particular skill that you feel is valuable to our club family, please reach out to our Port Captains and lend a hand.

A couple of reminders for the good of the order.
 If you are choosing to use club boats and paddle boards this year it is time to fill out the annual sailing agreements and send them in.  Forms are available on the members page of the website.

The Oregon State Marine Board requires individuals to have an invasive species permit while using the watercraft.

The new gate code and member website access code now is in effect.  The code is on your membership card and  page 1 of the new handbook

Summer Youth Sailing Instruction  Help wanted!!!!!!
We are in need of instructors for our summer instruction.  These are paid positions requiring patients, maturity, and knowledge. 40/ hrs per week commitments.   Time is of the essence (two weeks to get our staff together).  Instructors need not be Club members

Club Manager's Update January 2023

From the Poop Deck:

Welcome to the New Year.  We are all looking forward to a great season of Sailing and friendship.  Please join us at this years' Chili Feed on the 28th at 6:30.  The Board of Directors will be supplying the Chili, salad, and coffee/punch.  If you wish you may bring your own beverage.  If you do not feel comfortable eating our chili, you may want to bring some alternatives. There will be voting for the best Chili.  If all goes well we will have the new handbook and membership cards to hand out to those who have paid their Dues.

Please look carefully at the handbook as there have been some changes in Club Boat use, mowing regulation, work Party hours, Cabana usage and reservations, and Galley assignments.  Oh wait there's more......

What to look forward to too. How about weekly summer sailing instruction!!!!! Stay tuned.

If your college aged experienced son or Daughter is looking for a full time summer job, Please contact the Clubmanager@eugeneyachtclub.org

Paul A. Morrow

Club Manager, Eugene Yacht Club

541-321-0332