5th Annual Mid-Sound Summer Social 2010
David Garman, Committee Chair & Vice-Commodore
Joe Jewell, Des Moines MarinaI always say, I will try anything once, and twice if I like it. The annual TTPYC and Des Moines Marina MidSound Summer Social is completed. We must really like the MidSound Sailing Social event because we just completed the 5th one. We raised a significant amount of money for Hospitality House at almost $5,000, collected and donated more food; the equivalent of 4, 728 lbs. Furthermore, we had more cash from major donors in this year’s events.
We had 9 major sponsors: Cox Financial, Dave's Dive Service, North Sails, Ullman Sails, Doyle Sails, B&E meats, Emerald Cove Catering, Burien City Garage, and our partner The Des Moines Marina. We also partnered with the Poverty Bay Power Squadron this year. We tried a few new events this year- night with the Police and Firemen, bringing almost the entire Des Moines City leaders out one night, and some got their Poker Face, plus some other fun themes.
I want to thank the top three donors this year, Dave Klein, Tom Spohn and the crew of Andromeda, and Pat Water and the crew of Liberté, thank you for your generous donations.
Many in the club members helped get the event organized, prizes collected, notices posted, table set up and taken down, and spent hours creating posters, flyers, and sending out notices to the media, we could not have done it without each of you. I want to thank all those who helped me with ideas and suggestions to improve the event. Let me know what you think worked and what did not work for next year. We can all be proud of the achievement and the enormous good that will come from a few sailors working towards a better community; we have impacted thousands of lives in a small way, and given a few the miracle of a fresh start, by just getting together for a sail, and enjoying smiles and laughter among great friends.
Thank you for giving me the opportunity to be included. I'm sure next year will be even bigger, and better, and we might even have wind…..David Garman, Vice Commodore
Thursdays, July 8th, 15th, 22nd, 29th, August 5th, & 12th Race begins at 7:00 PM
Basic Introduction Hosts & Theme by the Week Racing Course & Rules Calendar for 2010, includes Social, Cruising and Racing as PDF Entry Form Thank You Donor Flyer PDF - Poster/Flyer PDF Links to photo slideshows MidSound Summer Social Thank You Sponsors PDF
to promote all the businesses that are supporting your club's eventsHospitality House info
(website)
MidSound Summer Social Promotional Flyer PDF
Des Moines Food Bank
(website)How and why to donate info Join other sail boaters for fun, food and prizes, Thursday evenings, July 9th through August 13th. The race will start at 7:00 pm, conducted by The Three Tree Point Yacht Club. Social hour with food, beverages and prizes will begin shortly after the race on the Guest Dock in the Marina, with oneor two boat/s serving as host.
Any boat finishing the race by 8:30 pm will be eligible for prizes. There won’t be many rules but there will be lots of fun. Come join your friends for some sailing, food and prizes. No entry fees and the after race social is also free.
For further information contact the Des Moines Marina at 206-824-5700
or David Garman, Vice-Commodore, MidSound Summer Social Chair 253.202.9500Hosts/Theme by the Week
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July 8 |
July 15 |
July 22 |
July 29 |
Aug. 5 |
Aug. 12 |
Major Sponsor |
Dave's Dive Service | North Sails | Cox Financial | Doyle Sails | Ullman Sails Burien City Garage |
B & E Meats |
| Host Name | Janet & Steve Sisson | Pat & Rosemary Stewart | Pat & Sue Waters |
Tom & Kersten Hubbard |
David & Debra Garman |
Des Moines Marina Crew |
| Boat Name | Hobbes | Cherokee | Liberte' | Tiburon | Giant Slayer | Harbor 1 |
| Theme | Red/White/Blue | Boat Flags Night | Bell & Whistles | Inflatible Pool Toys |
Jib & Main Racing Poker Night |
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| Dock Theme | Happy Birthday USA | Regatta Wear |
Favorite Sailmaker's Shirt | Hawaiian Shirt Tropical |
Crazy Hat Cigar Night |
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Community & |
Kids Night Bring the Children |
Bring Co-worker, neighbor, new sailor night | Power Squadron Night | Invite a dignitary to sail night | ||
Caterer |
Carla Boutwell |
Captain Jack Christiansen | Carla Boutwell | Emerald Cove Catering | Fried Chicken | Des Moines Marina Staff |
| Contest | Best color coordinated dressed crew | Most flags flying off the boat | Most noise made with bells & whistles as one passes the finish line | Best Poker Hand |
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Racing Instructions5th Annual Mid-Sound Sailing Social
Des Moines Marina, Thursday, July 8th, 15th, 22th, 29tht, August 5th, & 12th
Sailing Instructions: There will be two starts
The first start will be the Racing Class and this class will race under the Racing Rules of US Sailing, version 2005-2008. Any amendments to these rules are noted below.
The second start will be the Relaxed Class. This class will race under the rule that you are on the course to have fun and enjoy the evening. All communication between boats should be positive and friendly. This class will race under the Relaxed Rules stated below.
Relaxed Rules of Sailing
- The primary rule is that we are on the water to have a fun evening of sailing.
- Contact with another vessel will be avoided at all times.
- On opposite tacks or gybes, the boat on starboard tack shall have right of way.
- Slower boats shall allow faster boats to pass either to windward or to leeward. No luffing.
- Allow the inside boat room when rounding a mark.
Entry
Everyone is welcome. You may enter by filling out the form below. This would help the event committee know how many people to expect for food and refreshment. There will also be a form posted at the Three Tree Point Yacht Club bulletin board in front of Anthony’s. Late entries may contact the Mid-Sound Social Race Committee by VHF Channel 72 on the day of the event just prior to the start.Classes
The Racing Class will be made up of those who have racing experience. These participants will probably start more aggressively. The Relaxed Class is recommended for all others.
Course
The course will use the existing Three Tree Point permanent buoys north, south and in front of the Des Moines Marina. See the enclose map. The course will start in a southerly direction with a south wind and in a northerly direction for a north wind. The course will be the same each week but started in the direction of the wind. For a northerly start the marks will be rounded to port. A southerly course the marks will be rounded to starboard. The Race committee will display Green placard for a southerly start and a Red placard for a northerly start.
Start/Finish Line
The start and finish will be off the fishing pier between the green entrance buoy and a temporary orange inflatable mark set to the west of the entrance buoy.
Starting System
The starting system will be a Sound Signal Starting System. The staring sequence will start at 6:50 pm. The first start will be 7:00 pm.
Signal Sound Time before start
Warning 1 Long 10 minutes
Preparatory 1 Long 5 minutes
Racing Class 1 Long Class Start,
Relaxed 1 Long 5 minutes until next start.
Time LimitThe time limit for the race is one hour and thirty minutes from each start. To qualify for the prize drawing each boat must complete the course. If a boat feels that they can not finish by sailing then they may turn on their engine and motor around the course to complete the course.
Light or No Wind
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Course
Entry Form
This year we will be raising monies and/or food to support the following two charities:
ospitality House
The mission of Hospitality House is to help women find home, health and hope.
Hospitality House shelter is a caring environment, providing case management and safety to homeless single women in order to foster empowerment that leads them toward a permanent home and self-sustainability.
Short- and long-term outcomes include:
- Meeting of basic needs to allow residents to focus on larger stability issues
- Referral to affordable transitional or permanent housing as they prepare to leave our shelter
- Individualized case management services with professional staff who assist residents in overcoming barriers to stability
- Client assistance funds that are used to remove certain financial barriers
Hospitality House is open 365 nights a year. We are largely supported by a diverse and committed volunteer corp. We are always recruiting new volunteers and have new volunteer orientation several times a year. Other ways to serve Hospitality House are through financial contributions and in-kind professional services.
In King County’s 10-year plan to end homelessness: “A Roof Over Every Bed”, South King County is recognized as underserved. Keeping Hospitality House open and viable, as one of the only single women’s shelters in South King County, is an important part of serving the needs of homeless women.
We strive to successfully move women of South King County into stable lives and homes. While the organization was founded by area churches, supported by volunteers from area churches, and housed at no cost in the education building of a church, Hospitality House is an independent non-profit organization that does not proselytize in any way.
Supporting Organizations:
Des Moines United Methodist Church ~ John Knox Presbyterian Church ~ Lake Burien Presbyterian Church ~ Normandy Park United Church of Christ ~ Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints ~ Prince of Peace Lutheran Church ~ Saltwater Unitarian Universalist Church ~ Southminster Presbyterian Church ~ St. Bernadette Catholic Church ~ St. Elizabeth Episcopal Church ~ St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church ~ St. Vincent De Paul Catholic Church ~ Soroptomist International of Seattle SouthHospitality House is a 501( c) 3 corporation as classified by the Internal Revenue Service and a non-profit corporation as registered in the State of Washington. Donate here with secure online link.
For more information or to volunteer, please call 206-242-1860. PDF brochure
Hospitality House websiteLocation: We are located in the basement of the Des Moines United Methodist Church. Enter in the door at the bottom of the parking lot. Click here for a map and directions.
Days and HoursOpen: Monday, Wednesday, Friday from 9:00 to 11:45 a.m.
3rd Tuesday evening of each month from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m.Hours: 9:00 to 11:45 a.m. Click here for holiday hours and service.
Do I Qualify? Yes. Everyone in need will be served. There are income requirements to receive government food but all other food is served without restriction. You may come in for food once a month.
What to Bring: You will need to bring proof of current address (such as a telephone bill, utility bill or rent agreement). Also, you will need to bring identification for all those residing in the household--picture ID for all the adults and ID (social security card, medical coupon, birth certificate, etc.) for all the children. You need to bring these items with you every time you come to the food bank.
What Food Bank do I go to? We serve all the city of Des Moines. We serve the city of SeaTac north to 160th St. (North of 160th St. in SeaTac is served by the Highline Area Food Bank, located at 18300 4th Ave So in Burien.) We serve the west hill in the city of Kent--west of Orillia Rd. between 188th St. and Kent-Des Moines Rd. If you have any question about which food bank serves your area, call us at 206-878-2660 and we will be happy to refer you to the
- Thank you for your donations!
Donations to the food bank (both food and cash) can be made any week day morning from 8:15 a.m. until noon. Enter the door at the bottom of the parking lot. Click here for a map and directions. Needed items include food for our regular service (such as canned meats, soups, vegetables, fruit, and diapers) as well as food for our school backpack program (such as Cup-o-Noodles, EasyMac, individual apple sauce or fruit cups, and small, 100% juices).
Financial contributions can be sent to:
The Des Moines Area Food Bank
PO Box 98788
Des Moines, WA 98198You can also donate online! (Iowa residents, please contact 515-564-0330.)
We can use any sort of canned or dry food, as well as bulk items (such as beans or rice) that can be broken down. Paper grocery bags are also a constant need and something which we regularly have to purchase. We appreciate any donation of clean, untorn paper bags.
Non-food items in demand include toilet paper, diapers, soap, laundry detergent and pet food.
Did you know? 1,142,467 pounds of food were donated in 2007!
Now you can support The Des Moines Area Food Bank by buying (and selling)items on eBay. Click Here for a list of items currently available and for more information about selling items for charity.
Lost In Des Moines A directory of the Marina District
Slideshows for: 2009
July 9th
July 13th
July 23rd
Donna' Photos Week 1,2 & 3Watertown Blog Photographer's slideshow of Aug. 6th
July 30th
August 6th2008 Photos taken from Tom & Jean Spohn's boat
More photos
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Enjoy photos from week one - July 8, 2010
Week 3 photos
