Who can forget the crab or salmon? Who can forget Past Commodore for Life Allan Bogutz refereeing the dog races? Commodore Don Rulien made a showing as his alter ego, Neptune, as we christened the D’Addario’s boat, Pearl.  Members had a great time socializing, finding the pickleball courts, hiking and playing golf.

Our first cruise to the upgraded Everett marina was a big success.  Those who attended really enjoyed the “new” Everett waterfront, with a selection of great restaurants. Everett has come a long way over the last ten years.

Our two-week Cruise North had a nice showing.  We had a core group of six boats that went to every location.  Other members came and went as their cruising schedules overlapped with the club cruise.  Highlights included Andy Rosen driving members around Salt Spring Island, the flyby and landing of a Canadian firefighting air tanker opposite Mill Bay, the Sidney street market, the café and breakfast ladies in Genoa Bay. And, we had a memorable show in dueling bagpipes when Frank Brennan took out his set and began playing on the dock in Ganges in response to someone playing at the neighboring marina. 

We closed the 2024 cruising season with a lovely cruise to Kingston.  We had 60 members at the dinner!  The Kingston marina staff were exceptional.  First time cruise captains Steve Pellegrin and Mary Anne Braun did an outstanding job of putting together the meals and social times, as well as providing information on what to do in Kingston.  We had a terrific close to the cruise when Gerry Guertin insisted on cooking everyone breakfast at the tent.  Gerry’s breakfasts should not be missed.

To be continued ...