Do You Rendezvous?

[Jay Eaton]

Great History

The first Hunter Rendezvous on the Chesapeake was in 1993. There was one each year through 1997. Beginning in 1999, the Hunter Owners Rendezvous are held every other year and planned by the owners through the Bay Hunter Sailing Associations. We have had support from Hunter and the two Bay dealers, Norton's and Tidewater. All the Rendezvous have been held at Zahniser's in Solomons because of their support and their central location.Each year has been another "boring weekend in paradise" for those of us who have attended. Getting together with other owner/sailors whom we don't see on a regular basis and hearing from the Hunter supporters makes each of these weekends special. Usually, there are owners who have travelled great distances to attend, e.g., Texas, New England. This year should be no exception. So, if you are one of the 50% who don't rendezvous in this survey, try it; check us out.

 

[CDR Jeff Richards]

Of all the Places!

Gang: Sorry for sneaking this in under this topic, but I felt this was one way to get it seen by those who might care. I avoid almost all internet forums; I have seen the vitriol that gets spewed on so many. I would have though sharing a few positive thoughts about our sailing experiences would have been immune from (what I perceive as) attacks upon one another. I happened to be reviewing last week's "What sailing has taught me.." posts. I'm sad to say that "Buzz Dunital" (re-read the pseudonym and you'll catch the drift) seems to have posted a note that has nothing to add to the topic, but that is pointedly, sarcastically (and seemingly without jest) belittling the posts of one or several others on the topic. I think I, "Exhilarating but humbling, "Heavy Weather Solo," "Flying on the Wing" and perhaps others all made a positive contribution to the forum. I'm sorry to say that I don't think "Buzz" did. Where did the attitude come from? I believe that we as a group should police such posts - but I'm not sure how that can be accomplished. An ongoing battle of posts certainly isn't the way - that is what happens in so many other forums. I did want to take this ONE opportunity to point out the problem, however, and perhaps maybe the administrators can block this one source. Or maybe it is best that we all just ingore such things from here on out. And by the way, "Buzz," speaking as a nuclear engineer, there is no need to "difuse" a nuclear reactor; a reactor is quite different in design from a bomb. But I guess, from your perspective, no one should ever profess any level of expertise about anything as a way of sharing thoughts with anyone, and especially not in any informal communication. Now let's all just get back to talking about sailing and limit ourselves to POSITIVE contributions.

 

[Ned Strain]

Lake Michigan Hunter Sailing Association

July 18 – 20 Rendezvous at Racine (WI) Yacht Club See web page for more details.Ned and Tani Strains/v Family Therapy 1995 h336Chicago

 

[Joe Lynch]

Summer Rendezvous

My wife and I belong to the U.S. Power Squadron. Every year our squadron holds a rendevous on Long Island Sound. For the past two years it has been at Pilots Point Marina Westbrook, CT. Its a great sail from Bridgeport and a great time for all. We noticed that there are a lot of O'Day'd on the western part of the sound. To bad there is no club or group in the area to hold an O'Day rendevouz

 

[bill moffett]

rendezvous on Ontario (2)!

Lake Ontario Hunter owners and guests will be sailing in for rendezvous in Port Credit, Ontario July 17-20 and in Sodus Bay (SBYC) August 7-10, sponsored by Angus Yachts of Toronto and RCR Yachts (US) respectively. All Hunter sailors are welcome, and if you cannot make it by boat, you can make it by car/hotel. Please visit Lake Ontario Hunter Sailing Association website for more details. We WANT to see you!(Signed)Commodore Bill Moffett607 535-7133billmoff@aol.com

 

[J Mashburn]

NO Rendezvous in Georgia/Carolina

No rendezvous around us that I am aware of, but if there was one, I would like to attend. JRMH-146TIKI

 

[Diane Harmer]

LESSHSA

The Lake Erie South Shore Hunter Sailing Association (HSA#7) has 4 rendezvous planned for this summer; Middle Bass Island, Sandusky, Leamington and Kelley's Island. Any members or prospective members who want more information, please contact me at tlharmer@cass.net.

 

[Peggie Hall/HeadMistress]

Coming to rendevous' by boat not requred

I'd guess that at least 1/3 of the people who come to the Chesapeake Bay Rendevous come by land--some even by air. Going to rendevous' that aren't in your own back yard is best way to turn names online into friends whose boats are in waters where you'd like to sail. You're in GA...Plane tickets from Atlanta to Dulles and BWI are fairly reasonable 'cuz they're both destinations where Delta has a lot of competition...it's an hour's drive from either airport (although Blye and I managed to turn it into nearly 4 from Dulles by missing the exit off I-95) to Solomon's Island. If there isn't room in your budget or you don't have enough FF points for a plane ticket and rental car, it's one LONG day's drive--about 11 hours--from Atlanta, straight up I-85 to I-95 to D.C., and then hang a right to get to Solomons. The Holiday Inn is within walking distance...their 21 day advance purchase rate is about $90/night. There are plenty of B&Bs that are even closer...they're a little higher. If you drive, make a real vacation out of it and see Annapolis and D.C. too. Worst case, you'll make new friends, get a ride on someone's boat in the "Hunter Cup" regatta on the Chesapeake, make a fool of yourself in the blindfold dinghy race, maybe win a pretty good door prize, learn something, stuff yourself with very good food, and party with some of the nicest group of sailors anywhere.

 

[Sailormannj]

City Island???

When will the City Island information come out?

 

[Pat McIntosh]

Rendezvous

We'd love to come to a gathering, especially of 25ft and longer boats, on the west coast, (SF Bay if pos.) We just bought a center cockpit 32 and have a lot of upgrading & things to do. The boat was in southern california, and we will sail on SF Bay. In the back of our minds is a trip a year from this fall to the Sea of Cortez, so we have a LOT to learn from other owners and what they have done to their boats.

 

[Wendy]

Hunters in Portland, OR

Tony, There will be several Hunter cruises around Portland, OR this season. Check out the schedule on the Hunter Sailing Assoc of Oregon website at HSAO@earthlink.net See you there

 

[SailboatOwners.com]

Final results

Final results for the Quick Quiz ending May 18, 2003:I go to a rendezvous: 55% I don't rendezvous20% To see boats like mine and the improvements their owners made18% To get together with old sailing pals and make new ones07% For the location and planned activities

 

[John Nantz]

Just Returned From Langley WA Rendezvous

Just returned from an absolutely really great HAPS (Hunter Association of Puget Sound) rendezvous at Langley WA, on Whidbey Island. Didn't win the Sombreo throwing contest, didn't win the Tequila pouring contest, drank a fantastic Marguertia created by Dave Jones, and didn't fall in the water. Good turnout for a mid-May with rain forcased every day. Something like 16 boats showed up ranging in size from 23 feet to 45 feet.Rendezvous credits to co-hosts Bob and Chris Ridenour and Tim and Shanon Sara. GREAT three-day party!!! Even our boat cat Schnurlie was worn out - see picture attached taken on return trip.

 

[Bill Kroll]

MacGregor, June, Chesapeake

Would like to attend a meeting/ raft up on the Chesapeake this summer....I sail out of Middle River.

 

[Pat Ward]

Chesapeake in Mayo

My self and 2 other MacGregor will be in Mayo,MD on June 10,to 14.

 

[Jim Ormond]

Re: Portland, OR?

I read in the latest Freshwater News about The Hunter Sailing Association of Oretgon having monthly events scheduled. Check out the link. My wife and I haven't joined yet, but we think we will. Sounds fun.

 

[Diane Chase]

Mystic Conn Hunter Rendezvous

August 7-10 at Mystic Shipyard. Join in the fun and meet other Hunter owners. We have many exciting events planned, a welcome party at Mystic Aquarium, seminars, games, children's activities, Around-Fisher's Island race, a lobster boil and much more.We hope to see you there.

 

[Scott nason]

never been and what's it all about ?

I've never been to a rendevous they sound interesting and I would love to learn more about any in the Florida east coast area.

 

[Diane Chase]

Contest for most original recipe

Come join in the fun at the Mystic CT Hunter Rendezvous.Bring your favorite dish (or the makings for) to the August 7th welcome party. There will be a contest to compete for the most original appetizer, entree and dessert. Prizes will be awarded. For more information contact dianemchase@adelphia.net

 

[doug]

lake Champlain Rendezvous

August 23rd. Lake Champlain All Catalina Rendezvous at Willsboro Bay marina. Dock or Anchor. Potluck on shore and other activities planned.