It was a year that we hope not to remember!
Shelter in place ruled for the months of April and May and then no groups and social distancing kept us apart through June. There were times when a couple of RCs found their way to the south dock to practice waiting for a green light from our Governor. Finally in July (phase 3 in New York) racing had begun for some. Masks and continued distancing were to be observed though.
The yacht club never opened during the sailing season and some of our members maintained a very cautious outlook and decided not to race. Those of us that did race had many good days with the wind cooperating most of the time. Actually we were able to string together over 100 races this year. With Sailors Night being cancelled this year’s perpetual trophy will be handed out next year.
It is our intent to continue our Sunday racing schedule thru November 1st and then pause to allow Santa Claus the ice covered lake as a landing pad. His eye sight is starting to fail him and hitting a roof top just isn’t in the cards anymore. I had hoped to have one additional week to rap things up at Jack’s place with Mary’s lasagna but with increase in COVID cases being reported I will impose on her to be prepared for a Spring feast instead.
As part of our COVID-19 relief package, the fleet will not be collecting annual dues until next October. Please use these funds to buy your sweetheart something special for having to put up with you all year without many breaks. My wish is that everyone remains safe and healthy through the holidays and is ready for our full fleet to regain the waters of Canandaigua lake next spring.
HAPPY HOLIDAYS
Tha Admiral!!!!
