Ericson Rendezvous 2005

[Stuart]

:egrin:
Hi All
It is that time of year when I start thinking of next summers sailing, and most importantly, the next Gathering of the Vikings! I hope some of you saw the write up in Pacific Yachting December issue of the 2004 rendezvous.
Last year while at Poets Cove we booked 30 slips for this year, I have just been told that they also have booked the Jeanneau rendezvous for the same weekend again this year. We are again being asked to go to the breakwater or double up as we did last year. They have not yet re done the docks to accomadate groups so there will be no space on the docks for our dinner etc. except for the two picnic tables at the gas dock.
So my QUESTION IS..... should we consider moving to Port Sidney Marina or stay at Poets Cove?????? Port Sidney has several advantages, big tent area with tables and chairs (we rent), inexpensive hotels, shopping, pubs, customs dock and......
Disadvantages being no pool and not as nice a setting.
PLEASE respond with your thoughts for all to see, we are booked at both places untill January 10th 2005, then a decision need to be made.
Any thoughts or input for the 2005 rendezvous would be greatly appricated, should we consider a different location each year?
Cheers to all
Stuart MacKenzie
stuartm@pureresults.com

[Mike.Gritten]

Stuart,

first off, Season's Greetings and a wish for a happy and peaceful New Year for you and your family. We had a great time at the rendezvous in 2004 and look forward to next year's version. I love the setting at Poet's cove and enjoy Port Sidney marina, but, I have another plan.....
Since we all have boats (most all of us that is!) how about using those devices attached to chain and rode, and anchoring out at Poet's Cove. We can still access the dock for privisioning (wine, beer, etc.) but could use our tenders to do the "meet and greet" thing. It would make for a lot of interesting times. The anchorage in Bedwell Harbor is large enough to fit a group 10 times our size and those who really want to tie up to a dock, could still do so.

[Gord Bell]

If they could put us all together at Sydney, then I think that would be a good place to go. Either way I will still be going.

[Loren Beach]

Would Sydney be better for us land-cruisers, driving in? Inexpensive motels, maybe?

Loren in PDX
:D

[Stuart]

Hi Loren
Yes, The marina is located within walking distance to several hotels/motels that are in the 80.00 CDN range per night. There is one about 3 blocks away on the waterfront I have stayed at several times, I think it was 89.00 CDN per night.

[Sean Engle]

Hi Loren
Yes, The marina is located within walking distance to several hotels/motels that are in the 80.00 CDN range per night. There is one about 3 blocks away on the waterfront I have stayed at several times, I think it was 89.00 CDN per night.

I used to have this friend from NYC - who was always saying '...if it's cheap, it's for me!'. If you can put the event close to some reasonable accomodations (and as kind as people have been offering us berths, I really don't think you would want me snoring on your boat :D ), then I can assure you that Meeta and I will be there this summer.

Sydney sounds like a good alternative - or somewhere smaller near Sydney that has road access to more hotels, etc. If you do that you'll get your 22+ boats again - plus a bunch of us pathetic 'road-types'.

//sse

[wurzner]

Stuart and all,

First off, Aloha and happy new year from Maui! In response to the Rendez vous, I REALLY like Poet's Cove having spent some time there in September in the midst of a 17 day journey around the Islands and Sidney and Victoria. I can cerntainly appreciate the position that Sean and Loren present with respect to being landlocked and the logistics of visiting Sidney versus Poet's Cove. Per an email last year, I suggested possibly going to English Bay or Roche Harbor as an alternate if a pool is required to keep the kids occupied (ok, me too!). I also think Sidney one of the nicest marina's I have visited in recent times. Despite this, I would like to consider Friday Harbor (easy access from land and reasonable hotel rates if booked in advance as a more picturesque destination or perhaps Victoria. Per an earlier email, there is also a bay on the way to Bourchard Gardens (sorry, I'm originally from Quebec and I know this is the french spelling and incorrect) that might be the best compromise. We could all be on the hook and have dinners on board and shuttle folks back to land at the close of the evening.

Just food for thought, but a small facility like Poet's Cove or similiar setting would be a nice change from my normal mooring at Everett (1400 slips). Ultimately, we need to accomodate Sean and Loren due to their passionate support of the group.

Just food for thought and I look forward to whatever decision is made.

Happy New Year,

Shaun
S/V Cardiac A Rest
E-32 1977
Everett, WA

[Tom Plummer]

Another possibility is Todd Inlet. Exclent anchorage, with several marinas nearby in Brentwood.

[Sean Engle]

..Ultimately, we need to accomodate Sean and Loren due to their passionate support of the group.



Oh my...you sound like my mother! :p

You guys PLEASE don't base such a decision on us poor boat-less people. How about some place that is kind of a combination of both? Somewhere that is small and quiet and pretty - but is still linked to the land so we can drive to hotels at the end of the night, etc? No offense meant, but I don't think Friday Harbor is a really good idea....it's like Grand Central Station - with tons of Bayliners!

Poet's cove is pretty - but the inn there charges US$200 a night - making the weekend close to $500-$600 in cost... Of course - that was only at Poet's Cove. Does anyone know of any of the other b&bs on the island? Are they all that expensive?

That's my $0.02... :soapbox: I shall remain quiet now - if just for awhile!

//sse

[Loren Beach]

I am votin' with Sean on this....
:rolleyes:

The main focus should be on pleasing the floating participants.

Loren in PDX

[wurzner]

Thom nailed it. that's the spot I was thinking of. Brentwood Bay for me since I've always wanted to go there and I believe it fullfills the criteria that other's have forwarded.

Thom, where in everett are you. I'm on B25 south.

thanks
shaun

[Tom Plummer]

I hope the change took this time. I live in Marysville but the boat is at Flounder Bay on Fildago Island.

[Steve Swann]

We're planning to attend wherever you folks decide. It is all beautiful up there and all I need is a place to launch that has a lift.

Steve

Displaced by whom? Isn't "Jeanneau" FRENCH? Geez! :egrin:

[Gary Morrison]

Hi Stuart and Happy New Year. Thanks for again picking up the ball on behalf of all us Ericson owners to organize a rendezvous. Regarding location, I would much prefer a site where we can all moor together as a group and have a suitable area for socializing and events ... that's the whole point of the rendezvous, after all. The breakwater at Poet's Cove would thus suit (IF the weather is decent), and additionally give people the option to anchor out for privacy or cost savings, but I don't think Poet's Cove is good value for a rendezvous (expensive on the breakwater for what you get, and the pool is pretty much irrelevant for a rendezvous); the shore accommodation is expensive for land-bound participants; and why should we play second fiddle to the Jeauneau group. Port Sidney is probably a better option, except no anchor-out option. Have you considered some of the other popular sites for rendezvous (e.g. Telegraph, Silva?)

Cheers, Gary and Vicki Morrison S/V Angeyja

[Sean Engle]

Thom nailed it. that's the spot I was thinking of. Brentwood Bay for me since I've always wanted to go there and I believe it fullfills the criteria that other's have forwarded.

Thom, where in everett are you. I'm on B25 south.

thanks
shaun

Where is Brentwood Bay?

//sse

[wurzner]

Sean,

Brentwood Bay is south west of Sidney. To access it, you go north of Sidney and then head in to Saanich Inlet. If you've ever been the Butchart Garden's, it's the inlet you see west of their grounds. Never been there but it's on the list. There are a few Marina's back there (Brentwood Bay is similiar to Poet's Cove and likely priced accordlingly). Definately a spot I would encourage folks considering the summer NW Rendez Vous to consider. Another location that might be interesting would be John Wayne Marina in Sequim and Port Hudson Marina in PT.Townsend. Both offer parks with BBQ facilities and local accomodations for lodging. John Wayne is also a good location for Moorage with a nice breakwater at the entrance to the bay.

[Loren Beach]

Since attendees by water have one vote, and those by land a half vote...
I cast my half vote for Pt Townsend (or nearby).

Speaking of that area, does anyone know if they still have the little harbor and docks at/near Fort Warden State Park? We stayed there in one of the officers apartments that the Parks folks rent out, when we participated in the Ranger 20 Nationals held there in '79. Lovely and historic facility.

Just a thought.....

Loren in PDX
[neither an officer nor a gentleman]

[Stuart]

Hi Sean

Brentwood Bay is located about 2/3rds of the way down the Saanich Inlet, SW of Sidney on the same spit of land as Sidney but the opposite side. I have looked at it and might be an interesting place, somewhere we have wanted to go for years but never have. I will do some more research on Brentwood Bay as a place for the Rendezvous.
Any other comments on Brentwood Bay?
Cheers
Stuart

[Mike.Gritten]

Sean,

Brentwood Bay is on the "back side" of the Saanich Peninsula, which is the same peninsula that Port Sidney is on. It is geographically very close to Sidney, but by sea, is another 15 miles or so. You sail north and then west past the Swartz Bay ferry terminal and then finally south. Brentwood Bay is just north of the Butchart Gardens.

[Sean Engle]

Sean,

Brentwood Bay is on the "back side" of the Saanich Peninsula, which is the same peninsula that Port Sidney is on. It is geographically very close to Sidney, but by sea, is another 15 miles or so. You sail north and then west past the Swartz Bay ferry terminal and then finally south. Brentwood Bay is just north of the Butchart Gardens.

Oh, that bay - the one that narrows all the way down and terminates at the backside of Butchart Gardens? Is there a marina there and town - some place that would be interesting - or is it just houses, etc?

Also - what about the American side? Is it more or less pre-destined that we're looking for a very quiet kind of place like Poet's Cove - or is a more urban setting (like Pt. Townsend) under consideration?

//sse

[Steve Swann]

We stayed in Port Townsend last summer on "Seahorse" and felt the Marina on Pt. Hudson was a good value, neighborly and quiet at night, with a lift, and a couple of parts stores (valuable sites for us inland sailors!). There are restaurants, showers, and toilets. It isn't as handy as the main marina, but Pt. Hudson is still walkable into town. There are also some mooring balls located near the Ferry pier, as I recall. I think all of the location choices presented in this Forum will start to fill up very soon and we'll need to make a decision quickly now; especially with 22 +/- boats vying for spots. There is also a nice RV park on the beach at Pt. Hudson and some nice B&B's all within walking distance of everything.

Ft. Warden State Park is an option for accommodations, but it is a really long walk to town or the Marina from there. There is also the Swan Hotel (no relation, folks!) and they also own another hotel that is proximal to town, and there are more nearby.

I'll vote for Port Townsend. We can always fill in with more information about the full gamut of services once we make a location decision - and this should be the number one priority right now.

Steve Swann
Boise

PS Bring your crab traps - crabbing was excellent!

[Nigel Barron]

I love Pt. Hudson. It is only a 10 min walk into town, and usually about a 30 min walk back at the end of the evening.

http://www.portofpt.com/point_hudson.htm

[wurzner]

I left a message for moorgae availability and reservation requirements for Pt Hudson. I'll respond back to the list as soon as I hear back.

Shaun

[Steve Swann]

Here are more sites given to me for you all to peruse:

http://www.nwboat.com/pointhudson/

http://www.switchboard.com/ (you can query this by town, state, and distance from destination.)

Fort Warden: http://www.parks.wa.gov/parkpage.asp?selectedpark=Fort%20Worden&pageno=1

And, for the traditionalists who like the telephone, I haven't forgotten you, either: :egrin:

The Hotel adjacent to the marina with its "memorable name" is the Swan Hotel; (360-385-1718); affiliated B&B Bishop Victorian Guest Suites (360-385-6122). It's about a block or two from the marina, campground, Water Street, etc. For you Bookworms, Water Street is the home of the wonderful James Bookstore.

Steve Swann
Seahorse
E25 Boise

[wurzner]

I just reserved (tentatively) 20 slips at Port Hudson Marina in Pt Townsend for June 17th and 18th. I spoke with Rhonda and told her I would be back in touch by next Tuesday to confirm based on responses from the list. They just opened up their "block" reservations for the summer and figured I'd better move on it since I had her on the phone. If we decide that's the spot, the reservations is under Ericson Rendez Vous with me as the contact person. I would suggest Stuart take the helm as cruise coordinator once we confirm that's the spot to maintain continuity to ensure previous participant participation. Stuart, I don't mind doing if you feel I'm trying to dump it on you, it's just I'm not known within the Ericson community and want to ensure we have the maximum participants.

So, the million dollar question is, how do we all agree that this is where we want to go? We have a few days to figure it out so this is far from locked in place, but at least we have a good starting point. I think Pt Hudson is both logistically and geographically favorable, but then so are a lot of othe locations.

Let see some email responses agreeing or floating alternate options.

regards
:cheers: :cheers:
Shaun Wurzner
E32 #523
S/V Cardiac A Rest
Everett. WA
:cheers: :cheers:

[Steve Swann]

Shaun,

I think the fact that you've stepped up to the plate for all of us is what this goup needed. You've made THE REQUISITE DECISION - and it is a good option, in my estimation. And, I don't see anyone else going this far out on a limb to give us all a spot for the summer rendevous. Kudos.

Now, let's all support what you've initiated and collectively make this year a successful event!

Steve Swann

[Tom Plummer]

Port Townsend is a good choice. Lots to do and excelent amenities. I vote that we go there.

[Stuart]

Hi All

We drove to Port Townsend to purchase our E-31 Independence last June, cool place but I no nothing about moorage and marina facilities in that area. If we chose to go there I would appreciate it if someone who knows the area to look after bookings.
The replies I have had to date from last years participants are in support of Sidney for the most part, most not caring if we go back to Poets Cove.
I have 30 slips reserved at Poets cove, 30 slips on hold at Sidney and as I now understand we have 20 in Port Townsend.
I will email the list of attendees from last year and ask for a vote between Port Townsend and Sidney by Sunday night so we can make a decision where to have the Rendezvous this year.
Cheers
Stuart MacKenzie

[Sean Engle]

Hi All

We drove to Port Townsend to purchase our E-31 Independence last June, cool place but I no nothing about moorage and marina facilities in that area. If we chose to go there I would appreciate it if someone who knows the area to look after bookings.
The replies I have had to date from last years participants are in support of Sidney for the most part, most not caring if we go back to Poets Cove.
I have 30 slips reserved at Poets cove, 30 slips on hold at Sidney and as I now understand we have 20 in Port Townsend.
I will email the list of attendees from last year and ask for a vote between Port Townsend and Sidney by Sunday night so we can make a decision where to have the Rendezvous this year.
Cheers
Stuart MacKenzie

Sounds like you could use a poll on this one... I'll add another thread and put it in...

Also - one question:

If only 20 slips have been secured, won't that create a shortage (there were 24 boats last time, if I recall)? Can more slips be secured? What about overflow? :confused:

//sse

[Stuart]

Hi All

The vote is in, looks like we will be going to Port Townsend. :) I will cancell our resevations at Poets Cove and Port Sidney.
Shaun, perhaps you could email me or post the contact info for booking slips at Port HUdson Marina and I will send out a notice to everyone on my email list. Is it possible for you to put more slips on hold?
Last year I reserved a bank of slips but individuals booked them direct with the marinia office, it was an easy way to do things.
I am looking forward to the sail to Port Townsend, something we have talked about but never had the motivation to do, we are now motivated!
Any one in the area that wants to help organize things and prizes please let me know, I think we will need to canvas some local shops for support and stuff.

Cheers to all
Stuart MacKenzie
stuartm@pureresults.com

[Kevin Wright]

If we're having it in Port Townsend, I guess that makes me the local. Let me know if anyone need help or suggestions for arrangements in town here.

Of the two marinas in town, Point Hudson will probably be the easiest for everyone. It is closer to the downtown area than the PT marina although the facilities are a little more limited.

There is also plenty of room to anchor out along the waterfront with pretty good bottom. Also there are State Park mooring buoys at Fort Worden, Fort Townsend Park, and in Mystery bay.

Hope my travel schedule lets me actually be here this time. Never been able to make one of these yet.

Kevin Wright
s/v Wright Off
Port Townsend

[wurzner]

Thanks to all who have contributed to pulling the
Pacific NW Ericson 05 Rendez Vous together. Special
thanks goes out to Stuart and Sean for their
relentless support of Ericson related activities
including the website and promoting activities. That
being said, it looks like this years meeting will take
place at Port Hudson Marina located in Pt. Townsend,
WA. During the discovery phase related to isolating a
location, 3 locations were contacted including Poet's
Cove and the Port of Sydney. My conversation with
Rhonda at Pt Hudson resulted in approximately 30 slips
being reserved for our event. Based on this number,
my concern is more related to us making use of the
slips opposed to having sufficient space. I believe
you can cancel a month out and not be charged, so I
would encourage those who are likely to attend to book
a slip ASAP to help the port maximize the use of their
space. You can contact Rhonda at Rhonda@portofpt.com
and mention the Ericson Rendez Vous of June 17-18th.

With respect to activities during the meeting, perhaps
it would be nice to have a short Ericson Open Race or
two as an afternoon activity. I will be leaving
notices on the Ericson's in our Marina that are close
to my slip and would like to encourage other owners to
pass the word. I'm not sure what the historical
turnout has been, but it would be great to fill all
the slips! In addition, PT Hudson has a linear dock
that they do not reserve that can accommodate many
more boats. For those from out of the area, this is
the same marina that hosts what I believe is the
largest wood boat festival in the US. If I'm wrong
about this, I apologize in advance. What I can say is
it's a large regional event that is well received
each year.

I'm passing this on to the various the list I'm aware
of, but would appreciate it if the viewing members
could help pass the word as well.

thanks
:cheers:
Shaun Wurzner
S/V Cardiac A Rest
Ericson 32 #523
:cheers:


PT Hudson Contact Information

Moorage Office
2601 Washington Street
PO Box 1180
Port Townsend, WA 98368
(360) 385-2355 or (800) 228-2803
Rhonda@portofpt.com
Provide boat length and beam.

[Sean Engle]

Ok - I hate to mention this, as it will cause a flurry of discusssion - but what about shirts (or better yet - fleece pullovers with zip-up turtlenecks)? Is anyone talking about this yet? Designs?

//sse

[Stuart]

Hi Sean


I have the art work for last years T shirts; we also did a vest that was reversible, fleece on one side and a waterproof gortex like fabric on the other side. The art work was embroidered on, I might suggest changing the sailboat for either the Ericson logo or “2005”, I was also thinking of adding this on the back ot the T, just screened or printed. I think I found this on the PNW list:
Life's journey is not to arrive at the grave safely in a well preserved body, but rather to skid in sideways, totally worn out, penniless, shouting
"Woo-Hoo......what a sail!"

Below is the crest we put on the shirts. Well I tried, it wouldnt post.

The T were about 20.00 and I think the vests were 80.00.
Cheers
Stuart

[Sean Engle]

Hi Sean


I have the art work for last years T shirts; we also did a vest that was reversible, fleece on one side and a waterproof gortex like fabric on the other side. The art work was embroidered on, I might suggest changing the sailboat for either the Ericson logo or “2005”, I was also thinking of adding this on the back ot the T, just screened or printed. I think I found this on the PNW list:
Life's journey is not to arrive at the grave safely in a well preserved body, but rather to skid in sideways, totally worn out, penniless, shouting
"Woo-Hoo......what a sail!"

Below is the crest we put on the shirts. Well I tried, it wouldnt post.

The T were about 20.00 and I think the vests were 80.00.
Cheers
Stuart

Huh - can you upload a copy of the graphic to the ftp site so I can see what it looks like (we're trying to decide if we'll buy or not)? It's:

ftp://ftp.ericsonyachts.org/incoming/

Just drop it in the incoming folder (you'll be in it with the address above) and let me know.

Thanks,
//sse

[wurzner]

I attended the Boat Show in Seattle yesterday and had the opportunity to meet and talk with Brian Toss. He has performed seminars at our sailing association in the past, but normally charges a fee. Since Pt Townsend is his home base, I asked if he would entertain dropping by for a presentation. He said he would certainly entertain attending and providing a seminar/presentation on rigging pro bono if we had a decent audience. I told him we were hoping for 30 plus boats that hit his target demographic (boats older than 10 years). That being the case, it important to register for a slip. Once the numbers are sufficient, I will contact him again to confirm his availability. Once again, this is not a "done deal" since he didn't have his appointment calender with him. I would like to contact him next week at the latest, but will be checking with the port to verify how many have signed up. I will forward this email to Ericsonyachts.org and our regional Ericson Group as well to make sure we have maximum visibility and hopefully responses to the marina. It'd be nice to have Brian attend. I did say we'd fill him up with an assortment of dishes and beverages that I'm sure will be in abundance.

Thanks and pass this on.

Shaun

[Loren Beach]

I thought this nifty-sounding event would be scheduled for a weekend, i.e. Saturday and Sunday.
Per my calendar, June 17/18 is Friday and Saturday. Is that correct?
That means taking Friday off of work.
Or, is my '05 calendar incorrect?

Loren

[Stuart]

Loren, you are correct, It should be the weekend. June 18th and 19th. Thanks!
Cheers
Stuart

[Gord Bell]

We now have a banner to gather around :egrin:

[wurzner]

Loren,

The dates I posted were with respect to the days slips have been reserved. In my case, I most likely won't make it to the Marina until mid to late Friday evening and leaving Sunday afternoon. Stuart, thanks for clarifying that and I appologize if my email was misleading. I guess I'd be buying lots of drinks if folks showed up and nowone was there! Gord, great banner.
:eek: Shaun :eek:

[Loren Beach]

Big dummy me. I should have thought about the "arrive Friday" dates for reserving docks.

Betcha Friday night will have some informal socializing!

Best,

Loren

:cheers:

[Nigel Barron]

Just reserved my slip.

Nigel

[Mike.Gritten]

I'm confirmed in slip #18. See you all there!

[evm]

Hi,

I'm hoping that someone with an E46 will be sailing up to Port townsend. I've always wanted to get a look at an E46.

I'd like to see other E39 as well (we will not be sailing ours up this year).

Regards, Ethan

[Nigel Barron]

So I rate 238, who is up for some racing when we get there?

[mark reed]

Confirmed our slip last week!

[Dave G]

I reserved my slip yesterday.

Anyone have any idea how many boats are expected?


Dave Green
E-29 Spirit

[Mike.Gritten]

No idea. Maybe someone could check with the marina operator and find out how many slips are reserved.

[Stuart]

We have held 30 slips untill mid April, if we have a reasonable number of booking prior to that the marinia will probably keep our numbers, if not, we will loose our unsecured reservations and it will be luck or the draw to any late bookers.
About booking, The marina has a 24 hour cancellation policy, with 24 hours notice you are not charged for your slip, no downside to not booking early.
I belive we have about ten booked to date, Ronda faxes me a list to keep me up to date on who has booked.
I will post a sheet this week anyone can print and hang at your local marina or store.
Sean, might need some hepl with this!

Cheers to all
Stuart
E-31 Independence
Vancouver BC

[Sean Engle]

Yeah, actually, I was just thinking that I should add a post for all the specifics (and only the specifics - and then lock the thread) for people who are looking for the dates, phone numbers, etc only. I was looking for it today for our own booking (just a b&b, mind you) and have to look a bit.

Have you contacted all the Ericson Owners listed in the db for WA and BC?

//sse

[Stuart]

2005 Ericson Rendezvous …..The Vikings are gathering!

Port Hudson Marina……Historic Port Townsend... WA.
Slip Booking…...

:) 24 hour cancellation policy, no cost to you if you cant make it and give Rhonda 24 hour notice (or more if possible)…. Book early… Call toll free to book 800 228 2803

Moorage Office, Port Hudson Marina
2601 Washington Street
PO Box 1180
Port Townsend, WA 98368
(360) 385-2355 or (800) 228-2803 Just call Rhonda, she would prefer it!
Rhonda@portofpt.com
Provide boat length and beam.

Port Hudson Marina is keeping slips for us until April 15th, after that it is a first come basis so don’t be disappointed, book your slip now. As well they are giving us the “Hall” for our Saturday night pot luck dinner and Sunday Morning get together, if we are a large enough group.
Stay tuned to www.ericsonyacts.org for updates and more info. To volunteer for something, contact stuartm@pureresults.com

The dates for the rendezvous are June 18th & 19th. (Fathers Day Weekend)

Camaraderie amongst sailors…..Contests…Games…Prizes…..and much more!

Saturday June 18th
Arrival…….
Pot luck appies, wine & beer tasting….bring your best screech! Fun and games and perhaps some tall tales, boat re naming and christening ceremony (maybe free champagne!)
Later Saturday Pot luck dinner……more fun and tales…..….after dinner,
….umbrella cocktail mix off… who makes the best margaritas or…….make some and test some
……awards for afternoon antics Blind Dinghy Race, Best homemade wine and beer, Exhibition of boating skills, most original name tag. We have several toasts, Wendy has suggested toasting with champagne in the morning and margaritas in the afternoon, best come prepared.

Sunday morning …not too early…. Well we don’t know for sure yet, but our speaker is waiting in the wings, not quite committed yet but Shaun is working on him.
Ticket draw and prizes, (We need some donations, how well do you know your local chandlery?)

:egrin: Gathering of the Vikings….2005 :egrin:
A year to remember!
www.ericsonyachts.org
It just gets better

[footrope]

Hi everybody,

I made a slip reservation today for Pilot Project - E38. I'll be in Slip 32 which is on the North dock.

According to the marina office there are 15 slips reserved for the Ericson Rendezvous 2005, and there are 9 still available.

See you there.

[Sean Engle]

Is there going to be anykind of a race - like a simple beer can race or something?

//sse

[Stuart]

Hi Sean

We can do anything!
Are you volunteering to organize this event with prizes etc.? :egrin:

[Loren Beach]

Kathy and I are driving up from Portland. I wonder if there will be chances for each of us to sail on different boats? Maybe have them come in to a dock and trade off crew and go back out for another half hour. I wonder how many others would also enjoy sailing on different Ericsons?
:cool:

Best,
Loren

ps: we could offer shots from our Meyers Rum bottle as a "bribe"
:)

[Nigel Barron]

I will offer rides to people on the worlds fastest Ericson 27!

[Sean Engle]

Hi Sean
We can do anything!
Are you volunteering to organize this event with prizes etc.? :egrin:

Uhhhhhhhh. Hummmmm. Look! Up there in the sky - right behind you!! (sound of footsteps running away...) :p

I would love to help...but I'm a little booked right now - please feel free to ask again, however - starting in about 2008! :D

Seriously - Whatever you guys choose to do is fine...and if you need a hand with something that has something to do with the site or web stuff, etc, please feel free to ask, etc. Otherwise, I'm just hosed for time...

Meeta and I will be getting up there on Friday night - and will come down to the docks to see who's in, etc. We've already booked a B&B within walking distance, and are looking forward to it...

//sse

[mark reed]

I like Loren's idea (3 posts above) about sailing in different Ericsons. I'll volunteer our E38 for a few outings!

[mark reed]

We plan to sail north after the rendezvous, then leave our boat in Blaine for more sailing later in the summer. If anyone can shuttle our vehicle in that direction - Anacortes, Bellingham, or Blaine, we'd be much obliged!

[Sean Engle]

I like Loren's idea (3 posts above) about sailing in different Ericsons. I'll volunteer our E38 for a few outings!

We would love to get 2-4 seats on that... We might be able to move your car for you as well (Bellingham?) on Sunday...

//sse

[Stuart]

Hi All

Ericson Rendezvous, just a quick update:

28 slips booked to date! :egrin:

I just spoke to Ronda at Port Hudson, she has opened up eight more slips for the Ericson Rendezvous, and after they are full and it will be space on the linier transient dock on a first come first serve basis as well as some space in the commercial area. She feels we should be able to accommodate late arrivals but if you can reserve, way better!

Cheers and Happy Sailing
Stuart MacKenzie

[wurzner]

Brian Toss confirmed that he is available Saturday Afternoon or early evening. I mentioned that we would likely have a race in the day (potentially) and that folks may be taking off fairly early Sunday so that seemed like the best time. Details are to follow, but I deferred the subject matter to them. I did say that the boats attending could very from fairly new to very old, so it would be nice to address something that applies to all. That being said, I am looking forward to his presentation and would suggest you bring book money if you are interested in purchasing a book as a sign of appreciation.

Thanks once again.

:) shaun :)

[Nigel Barron]

I stopped in at Point Hudson on a delivery up to Vancouver for Southern Straits, and was reminded how much I like PT. I can't wait!

[Stuart]

Hi Shaun

Great News! We are all going to have to have a beer with you as well!

Cheers
Stuart

[Sean Engle]

Good job, Shaun - that's excellent! Having someone like Toss address the group should be really interesting... I'm sure everyone will be happy to toss in a few bucks (book money) to make it worth his time...

Let me know if you want the announcement page on this forum changed to reflect his appearance!

//sse

[mark reed]

Good work, Shaun! I've attended one of Brion's weekend rigging workshops, and have been learning to splice double braid using his book and wand. He is a very knowledgeable and entertaining guy. He is a great addition to our rendezvous!

On an unrelated note, I may be looking for one or two crew from Astoria to the San Juans. Current plan, weather permitting, departs Astoria 4am Friday, May 27, arrives Canoe Island (near Shaw) late on Saturday or early on Sunday, May 29. Contact me if interested.

[Sean Engle]

Hey everyone -

I would like to update the 'announcement' at the top of the NW Ericsons forum, and perhaps put it in a second place as well. Can someone out there give me some updated text with events, etc? Is Brion Toss confirmed, etc? What are the latest stats?

Thanks,
//sse

[hodo]

It would be intresting to know how many boats will be attending. Mischief Maker will be there. :cheers: Hodo

[Stuart]

Hi All

Just phoned Rhonda at Port Hudson, we have 33 vessels with confirmed slips, four on a waiting list and more arriving on a first come first serve on the linear dock, she is confident that all arriving can be accommodated, from discussions I would expect about forty Ericson’s bringing their respected crew: egrin:
We still have the room booked for Saturday night, POT LUCK DINNER and Sunday am, if Brian can be persuaded to talk Sunday Morning during coffee, this timing has worked well in the past. I leave that in your hands Shaun.
I am going to T shirt place today and should have details worked out by mid week.
Has anyone acquired gift certificates or donated product for prizes etc. yet?
I have some from Pacific Yachting, Good Old Boat and Martin Marine but a few more wouldn't hurt.
We should have a good one for best name tag and umbrella cocktail at least!
Cheers
Stuart MacKenzie

[hodo]

Is there a central point of contact for the goody list, so we don't hit up the same supplier more than once? :confused:

[Stuart]

Why don't we just post them here.
I have prizes from Pacific Yachting, Good Old Boat MAgazine and Martin Marine in North Vancouver. Just In Stitches in Granville Island who are doing our T shirts will also donate something.
The T shirts will be about 20 -22.00 CDN each, they are doing a mock up of the art work and I should have this by Thursday to post. Cut off date to order will be June 3rd at noon. Email me directly (stuartm@pureresults.com)with size, sex, color is light grey or light grey, your choice. As with last year I will pay for them and bring them to the Rendezvous on the honor system, cash only will be accepted as payment. They are a good quality shirt as anyone who purchased one last year will confirm.

Cheers
Stuart MacKenzie

[e38sailorman]

Is there an agenda for the rendezvous? Are we going to have a race, if so I have a friend who wants to come up for the race but most likely wouldn't come otherwise........can anyone in charge advise??

[Stuart]

There ia a loose agenda I can email you directly if you email me, stuartm@pureresults.com. I belive Shaun Wurzner had mentioned earlier about wanting to race on Saturday, we have done a blind dingy race for several years, thats about it. If anyone wants to race Ericsons, maybe we need someone to organize it.
Cheers

[Stuart]

As mentioned earlier I must order the Rendezvous T shirts tomorrow afternoon, please send me by email what you would like in male or female sizes. I will bring them to the Rendezvous as I did last year. Sean put up photos at the www.ericsonyachts web site under for sale and wanted of the shirts.
Cheers to all,

Stuart MacKenzie
Happy Sailing

[hodo]

Any one headed to P.T. on Friday from south of Seattle? Approx time?

[footrope]

Having consulted with the tide tables it looks like I'll be leaving Harbor Island Marina around 7 or 8 am. on Friday. No way to avoid some flood current unless we leave real early. Return Sunday on the flood looks like it's going to be OK.

On the way up we'll tend to go to the east side to avoid the flood current on the east side of Marrowstone.

If you're coming from further south I doubt we'll see each other...unless you're morning people.