March, 2024 | 'The Neuse Juice' | Volume 51 Number 3 |
Commodore's Log Spring lands next week! Let the pressure washing begin!! I know I've said it before, but I can't wait to get out there with you all. Our season is nearing quickly, with Shrimperoo just over a week from now and the Spring Cruise right after that. It's time to clean up that list of things you wanted to do to the boat over the winter. 
I mentioned Shrimperoo; with it coming up on March 23rd, please reach out to Tammy and Todd to offer any help you can. Sharon (my Sharon) will also be looking for a hand in the membership sign-up area. This is our main membership recruitment event, so please encourage others to attend, meet the group, and join up. Rob McDonald Quote: "Now and then we had a hope that if we lived and were good, God would permit us to be Pirates" - Mark Twain  |
NSA Website The Events & Cruises have been updated for this year! Check out the list --> NSA Events Now is STILL a good time to update your profile avatar… (avatar means Picture)
>>> or send your picture to vccommunications@neusesailingassociation.org and we'll take care of it! Neuse Juice Newsletter If you missed something going on with the club... catch up here -> Our past Newsletters “The Neuse Juice” Jean & Erik Hardtle
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Special Events Ahoy! Let me start by saying that you are all rock stars for helping to pull off a great Oyster Roast! I wish I could give a shout out to every one of you, from setting up in the cold, moving tables around and staying after to clean up. The sides were next level. The NSA really knocked it out of the park! We had a great selection and some really delicious food.
Cheers! Todd and Tammy Richards Vice Commodores of Special Events S/V Island Girl
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Looking forward, the Shrimperoo is right around the corner. It is March 23rd at 2:00 at the Oriental Marina. I've already had volunteers for registration and serving shrimp. I'm going to be sending out in email in the week before to confirm times. Please bring a side or dessert. I think sides are most important at this event, but we will need some desserts too. Keep in mind that this is open to the public, so we are going to be feeding more people. If the Oyster Roast is any indication, We’ve got this!!!! I'm going to have setup at 11:00 again for anyone that wants to help. It usually just consists of moving tables and chairs and then toasting our efforts with a beverage at the Tiki Bar. I'm looking forward to seeing everyone soon!
Cruising Update
The 2024 cruise line up is spectacular!
See the cruising dates on the calendar so you can start planning!
Our first cruise is to Bonner Bay. Experienced cruisers Cara and Jason are captaining. Check out the cruise description for the plans. All of the cruise descriptions will be posted shortly so start filling your calendars! See you on the water.
New practices started last year that will continue:
- Sharing the job of cruise captains between 2 boats. This worked well last year. New cruisers were mentored by seasoned members and there was always a captain in case plans changed! In February, there will be a general meeting of all those interested/willing to participate as cruise captains.
- Leave no Trace: BYO cups, plates and utensils to reduce waste at our socials.
We look forward to seeing you all out on the water!
Christa and David Kreutz
VC Cruising
Membership
Spring is almost here!
Several new members joined us in February and many of you have renewed your annual membership. If you haven’t already done so, please do!
Help me give a warm welcome to those who recently joined us:
- John & Laurie Horr of New Bern, NC, owners of S/V Witchcraft, which is kept at Fairfield Harbor
- Todd Silberman & Kristin Collins of Raleigh, NC, owners of S/V Free Verse which is kept here in Oriental
- Matt & Mary Klemp of Wake Forest, NC, owners of S/V Livin’Large, which is kept at Pecan Grove Marina in Oriental
- Glenn & Beth Larsen of Oriental, NC, who are still in search of a vessel
- Jeff & Connie Mosher of Albemarle, NC, owners of S/V Escapade, which is kept at Sea Harbour Yacht Club in Oriental.
- D & Don Wogaman of Oriental, NC, owners of S/V Southern Cross
Be sure to say hello to our new members when you see them!
This month our annual Shrimperoo will take place on March 23, 2024 @ 2pm at the Oriental Marina and Inn. I hope to see you there.
We're looking forward to another fun-filled boating season. If you know of someone who would like to join us, please direct them to the NSA website.
Sharon Bellrose-McDonald
Vice Commodore Membership
M/V Mischief
We will have our new shipment of men’s and women’s tee shirts for sale at the Shrimperoo. Our limited supply of the 50th Anniversary shirts will also be available at a discounted price.
While you are internet scrolling, don’t forget to check out our Facebook group. Open only to our members, feel free to post wanted and for sale items, impromptu get togethers and of course photos. Anything you find of interest, other members will, as well.
See you at the Shrimperoo!
Kathy Kenny
Vice Commodore - Social Media & NSA Wear Coord.
S/V Cool Change
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