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Welcome to the Islander 36 Association Celebrating our 34th year in 2008! Picture of the Month ![[Click to enlarge]](encinal08/en08-053.jpg) Encinal Sunset Click pic to enlarge. |
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Time to get your reservation in for the Memorial Day Weekend cruise to Drakes Bay - Saturday through Monday, May 24 - 26. Those who have been to Drakes Bay before know the wonderful feel of the ocean swell, the loping rhythm, the feeling of unlimited distance to weather. For those who would like to experience sailing outside the Golden Gate, this is a great way to "get your feet wet". Traveling in company with other Islanders provides a frame of reference, easy radio communication, and companionship and advice all along the way. Even if you don't plan to go, take a look at the Pictures, Description and Reservation Form.
Racing kicked off in fine fashion with the Vallejo Race on May 3rd & 4th. Congratulations to Lou & Steve Zevanov and Diana who won both ways. Cheers to Freedom Won for 2nd going up and 3rd coming back, and hip, hip hooray for Luna Sea's 3rd going up and Captain Hooke's 2nd coming back. Here's a link to the results: 2008 Race Results. Here are some nice shots of spinnaker flying and the race story as told by dan & Lou. Vallejo Race.
We like to think we tought it out on San Francisco Bay, but real sailors go charging off in the beautiful Gulf Islands of British Columbia in April too. Here is a short story & pictures from their adventures: Amigos Cruise
The great Encinal Cruise, Svendsen's Discount Night and the Sail Trim Clinic were a great success. The fun started on Friday the 26th and just kept going. First there was the Islander Cruise - starting with 14 Friday night arrivals. Then plenty of sun and playtime on Saturday before a great afternoon BBQ around Encinal's pool. We shopped til we dropped at Svendsen's Discount Night. It wrapped up with Kame Richards' fun and informative Sail Trim Clinic on Sunday. Besides, the Estuary is such a very nice place to be. The Story & All the Pictures.
Looking for a special cruise this summer? Something out of the ordinary? Why not step aboard a 151' Brigantine and sail a portion of the Pacific Coast! Organized by past guest speaker Mary Crowley of Ocean Voyages of Sausalito, and coordinated by Moana Newman, wife of Barrett Linn, our Spring Meeting splicing master, this is a unique opportunity! 
Kaisei's 2008 Schedule.
Our May Picture of the Month comes from the really fun Encinal Cruise Weekend - see the story above. We always need more pictures, so limber up your digital camera for that Spring Project or first sail, then send some pics along, here's how.
Headed Northwest? There's an annual All Islander Rendezvous at Port Ludlow, Washington on Puget Sound that's lots of fun. Organizers Doug & Eileen Penny have posted all the details at www.IslanderYachtClubNW.com, so take a peak at what's happening.
It's a tribute to the strength, performance and beauty of an Islander that many people invest in a complete refinishing of their boat. Mike Finch is currently going through the process with Willow up in Gresham, Oregon. His wife Karen has done a terrific job of photographing the process and posting it to a web page. It's still a work in progress, but hopefully you can stop back from time to time and find more pictures right up until launch and first sail! They are doing it the totally right way - every fitting comes off, and you can be sure it's going to be simply beautiful! Here's the link to Willow's Refit.
See it here! Gitana 13 sets new sailing record from New York to San Francisco. The powerful 110' catamaran glided across the finish line between Alcatraz and Telegraph Hill just after 0900 on Thursday, February 28, 2008 closing out a new record of 43 days and 38 minutes. Thanks to Dan Knox and Pierre-Alain Segurel who rallied early to sail Luna Sea into the midst of it all, with Rick Van Mell aboard clicking away, we've got pictures and a movie clip for you: Gitana 13's Record.
Here's a great way to get a start on the new season. It's our February Newsletter in full color. It's another triumph for Editor Kathryn Munn -- Thanks!!! February Newsletter.
Dan Knox, our Treasurer, is happy to report that we are fully stocked with our Large Burgees! The bright, new seven footers are priced at $30 each and make excellent holiday gifts. As a matter of fact Dan purchased one for himself already! You can also order the short, 18" version for $20 if you like. If you've forgotten what they look like, here a link to our Flags & Clothing page. Anyway, just hit the following link to send Dan an email that you want one and he will get one in the mail to you right away. Dan Knox - Burgee Order!
Changing email address? Moving? Other member information changing? Use the Member Info Update form to speed the changes directly to our Treasurer, Membership Chairman, Newsletter Editor and List Administrator. Thanks! When you see another Islander around your marina or cruising waters, point them to our home page, and the convenient New Member Application form.
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Here's How to send your boat's picture:
We would like pictures under full sail, that are clear and crisp, and most often show the whole boat, but, hey, if you like the picture, the rest of our members probably will too. They don't have to be any special size or type.
They can be attached to an e-mail. Just highlight and copy the block of text below, click "Send Email to I-36 Webmaster", paste the text into the message area, fill in your data, then attach your picture file and send it!
Boat Name:
Owner:
Home Port:
Sailing Waters:
Send Email to I-36 Webmaster
You can also snail mail them to:
Rick Van Mell, I-36 Webmaster
1629 Begen Avenue
Mountain View, CA 94040