Cruising

May 22-24 Cape Lido Raft-Up Anchor or side tie in one of the worlds best spots! We have reserved space for you in the Lido Turning Basin. Join us for camaraderie, conversation and cocktails. If your last minute plans for Memorial Day went south, we can cheer you up. Even if the biggest yacht you can muster is your dink or Duffy, please join us. Contact Julie Cook 949-640-8916.

June 20 Duzzie Duffy Durby This one you don't want to miss. There are 158 Duffys and electric boats listed in the NHYC directory. All way too nice to miss this now annual event. If you don't own a Duffy, chances are your neighbor does. Last year this event was a HOOT (sorry, I am from Wisconsin). A relatively short (no pun intended) scavenger hunt in the harbor (using photos, we'll not be stealing property), followed by a no host dinner and more nonsense at the Club. Bill and Sharon (the cheat) Allen and Bill and Julie Cook are the cruise leaders. Please contact Sharon Allen 949-673-1589.

July 1-5 San Diego 4th of July Cruise Our cruising yachts will depart for San Diego on Wednesday July 1 for two days at the SDYC followed by two night anchored together in Glorietta Bay for fireworks and fun. Some of us slower guys might even leave a day early. Contact Bill von Kleindsmid, cruise leader at 949-644-5492.

August 7-9 Catalina Family Weekend The Family Week has turned into the Family Weekend. Us old folks finally realized that those with children actually have to work from time to time. This week end has been scheduled to allow families to enjoy Moonstone with organized activities with the younger set in mind. Roger Riley (old guy), and Dave C. Clarke (young guy) are putting together a great weekend for children and grandchildren. Contact Roger at 949-723-0755 or Dave at 949-574-0707.

August 11-13 Extreme Seniors Weekend Please no letters or calls, we know that the 11th is a Tuesday and the 13 a Thursday, but when you get to be our age, does it really matter when the weekend is? If you or your spouse or significant other is not over sixty, this is not only not for you, you are not invited! Leave your kids at home, bring the seeing eye dogs and cats. Strollers are OK, wheel chairs are a push. Knowing the professional nature of this group, cocktails are when you want them as long as you want them. If this doesn't turn out to be a great time it's our own fault. Call Bobby Thompson 949-673-7970.

October 23-29 MDR-Ventura-Santa Cruz Island-Catalina Cruise The Grand Daddy of them all. Set Sail for Marina del Rey and The CYC Seafood Buffet. Then off to the Venture Yacht Club before crossing to Santa Cruz. After exploring Santa Cruz it is a downwind ride to Catalina, then home to Newport. Join the whole cruise, or what suits you. Contact Tod and Linda White at 949-675-7102

November 7-8 Dana Point So you think you team might be a winner? A short cruise to Dana Point with the SC vs. Arizona football game on the tube. Bill von Kleinsmid and Jack Hamilton are the cruise leaders. Any ideas on whom they might be rooting for? Contact Bill at 949-644-5492