FWYC Letter Log December 2013 | Page 17

Page 17 GYA News and Reviews While there is only one race left on the GYA 2013 Schedule, it's actually the first race of the 2014 Capdevielle Series. Race of Champions will be hosted by Southern Yacht Club on 14 - 15 December. We ARE planning on sending a team, with the ultimate goal of having 100% participation for the 2014 year. This endeavor does require a lot of sailors to successfully accomplish, so if you have EVER thought about racing more in one-design, let me know and we will get you included in a practice and a regatta (or several!). As the 2014 Fleet Captain, I am committed to overhauling our older Scots in order to make adult sailing easier and to start introducing match and team racing at a club level. So, if you aren't necessarily interested in SAILING but would like to support the Flying Scot program financially, we are also accepting donations. :) The GYA Leadership is also gearing up for the Winter Meeting hosted by Gulfport Yacht Club on 10 -12 January. If you're interested in being more involved in the Gulf Yachting Association on an organizational level, PLEASE contact me. It's an amazing organization and we are always looking for fresh insight and ideas. I will have a "State of the GYA" article in the February Letter Log. Sunday Breakfast/Buffet You have a choice! Order from the Menu Or Have the Breakfast Buffet As I have mentioned in past articles, the Gulf Yachting Association becomes a family of friends. I am very sad to report the passing of Walter Chamberlain (BWYC). Walter was a GYA Past Commodore and current GYA Parliamentarian. His infamous 'five-minute rule' to keep GYA meetings in order was only ever broken by him. He will be sincerely missed. Please keep Bay Waveland Yacht Club in your thoughts. Thanks again for reading this year, and I think the whole team is looking forward to 2014. Warm Regards, Every Sunday 9 AM to 1 PM (Except for Club Events) Ashley Sukalski [email protected]