APRIL 2019 BEACON

I had the pleasure of participating in the Blessing of the Fleet at Mariner's Church on Sunday March 10th for the first time. The service was rich with tradition and history and made me proud to be a fellow Great Lakes mariner. The NCYC Flag was well represented along with several other members and spouses. I encourage all members to consider attending next March. It is finally feeling like winter might be done with us. Of course, we will certainly have some surprises the next few weeks, weather wise, but it appears we will be given the opportunity to get a head start on preparing the clubhouse and grounds for the season. A small group of us, Commodore Ian, Vice Commodore Bill, Supplies Director Dale, P/C Brian McEvoy and Mike DeNeve made a short visit to the Island on March 23 to scope out the work to be done to restore the docks, walkway and water and electrical facilities to the new section of seawall. Thanks to Dennis Biel for shuttling the group to island. It was no surprise to find a lot of heavy work ahead. Please do not hesitate to contact any Board member if you would like to help the next couple of Saturdays before the Elite Brigade weekends begin. Commodore Ian and I also took a first look at the project to erect a new sign on the North-West corner of the island. There is some heavy work involved in that project as well. I will be looking for help starting the first Elite Brigade on April 13. Everyone enjoy the warmer weather and hope to see many of you in a few short weeks.

R/C Glenn Nixon