South Winds Sailing Club 6.12.2025

SOUTH WINDS SAILING CLUB

Minutes from meeting:  June 12, 2025

Commodore Chris Behnke

Vice Commodore Steve Trofemuk

Fleet Captain Bruce Lane

Purser Brian Kuhnel

Yoeman: Becky Combs

Commodore Chris Behnke

The meeting was called to order at 7:00 p.m.

A motion was made by Amy Kuhnel to waive the reading of the minutes. It was seconded by Ken.  The motion was passed.

The Lake Hartwell cruise took place this past weekend.  Mike McKay joined Chris Behnke on his boat.  Tim and Kim Wisner were joined by their daughter Lilly on their boat.  The Western Carolina Sailing Club invited our club to launch and retrieve our boats from their facility in Anderson. Good sailing, a surprise storm at anchorage, and good memories.

In March, Michael Fricker at Atlanta Yacht Blub was looking to rent a trailer for a Bristol 22 (4.5’ draft).  Mr. Fricker is donating the Bristol to any one who wants it.

We still have a few burgees left for $17.80 each.  See Chris for a burgee.

Vice Commodore Steve Trofemuk

Beach Raft Up – The first raft up of the year will be June 21st.  We will meet around 3:00 p.m. at the north shore of the lake (north of the Harbor Town Island).  This will allow us to mingle on shore (in the shade) to swim and mingle with trailered boats who need to return to the ramp in daylight.

Independence Day Picnic – Saturday July 5th at Harbor Town picnic area.

Raft Up – AYC cove, July 19th starting at 6:00 p.m.

Fleet Captain Bruce Lane

Results of Summer Race #1 – There was good weather and 5 boats participated. Ed DiGirolamo took first place.

Summer Race #2 – June 14th (skippers meeting at 10:00 a.m.)

Summer Race #3 – June 28th (skippers meeting at 10:00 a.m.)

Summer Race #4 – July 12th (skippers meeting at 10:00 a.m.)

Summer Race #4 – July 12th (skippers meeting at 10:00 a.m.)

Knot Talk -  There was a discussion on lessons learned from the Florida 120 and Lake Hartwell Cruise.  Chris learned at the Florida 120 that a wing keel requires a different technique to unground off the sand than fixed keel. The tide surprised Chris and he found himself aground on the sand once the tide went out. After 1-1/2 hours of trying different tactics, he was able to free his boat. Tim talked about needing a stern and bow anchor, knowing the tides and water depths. Also, trailer maintenance was discussed.  It is a good practice to maintain and prepare your trailer before taking off on a trip.  Otherwise, there is a possibility of you sitting on the side of the road with a tire or axle problem.

Purser Brian Kuhnel

Brian gave a financial report that we currently have a balance of $XXXXXXXXX

New business.

There was no “new” business.

Old business: nothing discussed.

Sea Scouts – Gary Holcomb.  Sea Scouts have a Catalina 22 for sail.  The trailer is in good shape. Facebook market place value is $2,500.00

Meeting was adjourned at 7:50 p.m.