February 2025 | 'The Neuse Juice' | Volume 52 Number 2 |
Commodore's Log Six Weeks Until Spring?!? Well, the snow has come, and the snow has gone, but Punxsutawney Phil says there’s still 6 weeks of winter left. But hey we’ve already had a few days in the 70’s since the snow, so what does a groundhog know about the weather? As you receive this Neuse Juice, the first event of the year will be upon us. I hope you will be able to join the Oyster Roast being held at Sea Harbour this year. It’s always a good time to enjoy the fantastic food members bring and begin making cruising plans with friends new and old for the upcoming season. Speaking of Cruises, we have some interesting places planned this year, and a few new ideas like 2 Spring Cruises and 2 Fall Cruises while dropping the Dog Days cruise considering how hot it is. Krista and Dave have developed a great plan, and we have cruise captains for all but one event. Yeah! Hopefully by the time this newsletter reaches you that one will be filled. If not, please consider stepping up! Hopefully you’ve seen the early request for Memorial Day slips at the Anchorage Marina, and that with the sale of the Marina and Inn the docks have been reconfigured with more smaller slips (one per condo unit). Never fear though, Hunter is still there and will do his utmost to get as many slips for NSA as he can. Another place to be aware of is Alligator River Marina. The DOT has begun construction of the new 65’ high bridge, and the marina is closed for the next 5 years. Sharpen up your anchoring skills! I would also like to remind you about a few off-the-water events happening in the coming weeks and months. The Seminar Series is in full swing, running throughout February and into early March and the Oriental Boat Show is right around the corner April 11-13. These chairs seem to be yearning for Spring and to see boats upon the Neuse. I’m with them! Looking forward to seeing you out there…
Jeff Kenyon NSA Commodore 
Membership Set Sail for Spring: Renew Your Membership Today! We have another year of fun-filled NSA events and cruises on the 2025 calendar, and sunshine and warmth are just around the corner. I hope to see many of you at the Oyster Roast this Saturday! Many annual renewals have been completed, and we have welcomed some new members. If you haven’t already done so, be sure to renew your membership as soon as possible. Please help me give a warm welcome to our newest members:
We're looking forward to another amazing season on the water. If you know someone who would like to join in on the fun, please direct them to the NSA website or have them contact me at sharon@yondercove.com See you all soon.
MV Mischief
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Cruising There was a cruise captains meeting last Saturday, We have an exciting year planned, so mark your calendars; our first cruise is April 5-6 to Bishop's Marina. It is a short, shakedown cruise to get the season started. Cruise captains, Cara and Jason Keys, will post the details. There will be a few slips available or you can anchor right nearby. This year we are going to try communicating via WhatsApp on the cruises. It is easier to add and remove group members than regular texting. Please consider downloading WhatsApp if you don’t have it yet. We look forward to seeing you out on the water! Click here for the full list of Cruises! We hope you will join us for as many cruises as you can. And as always, we look forward to seeing you on the water. David and Christa Vice Commodore of Cruising S/V Cymbeline
Special Events Greetings sailors, I hope everyone is as excited as I am for our upcoming Spring events. With the Oyster Roast last weekend, and the Salty Spring Social (hang in there, I’m going to explain), we have a lot going on. First, the name change. Everything about the event is basically the same, except that we are not cooking shrimp. It's going to be advertised to the public as a sailing mixer, with food and live entertainment. Alysa Mike will be performing, and if you don't remember her from a couple of years ago, you won’t be disappointed. We will still be selling tickets for $10. Members attend for free and receive two drink tickets. We will be replacing the shrimp with something catered or easily prepared (chicken wings, brisket, etc.). I’m going to get creative here. The savings from the shrimp will cover entertainment and purchased food. We will still need help with registration, but not cooking will free up our members to participate in the event. I want as many people as possible to circulate and talk to people. Less work, more fun is my motto. I'm going to ask members to arrive and check-in at one, ( there may be a shrimp snack), so that from 2-4 we’re focusing on guests. We are working on ideas on how to have more engagement with prospective members. I'd appreciate any ideas. I'll send out an email in March with more details. Let’s reach out to anyone you know who may be interested in learning about the NSA. This is a great way to show them who we are! The oyster roast....
Todd and Tammy Richards Vice Commodores of Special Events S/V Island Girl
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NSA Website Neuse Juice Newsletter If you missed something going on with the club,... catch up here -> Our past Newsletters “The Neuse Juice” Please send your stories and photos to vccommunications@neusesailingassociation.org, and add "Neuse Juice" in the subject line. Jean & Erik Hardtle
1974 Gulfstar
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NSA Merchandise
Our sailing season is almost here. I would like for you to think about what you would like to see in our merchandise for purchase. Take a look at marketplace on our website and see what is now available.
Would you like a new tee shirt design, long sleeve shirts, caps, visors, etc.? Please text, call (615-828-8621) or e-mail me with your thoughts.
We do have a budget to keep in mind. After I hear your suggestions I will conduct a poll to see what is most popular. If I don’t hear from you, I will assume you are fine with what we now have available.
Thanks so much for helping me help you get what you want! If you haven’t joined our Facebook group please do! Remember to answer the questions when requesting to join so as not to be automatically declined as this is a members only group.
Looking forward to sailing this year.
Kathy Kenny
Vice Commodore - Social Media & Merchandise
S/V Cool Change
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Slush Fund
Definition: an unregulated fund often used for illicit purposes
In nautical jargon, slush is the grease rendered from the salted meat cooked on board a ship. This slush was once commonly skimmed and put into barrels to be sold in port. The money received from sales was put into a "slush fund" and used to purchase luxuries for the crew that they otherwise could not afford. In the late 19th century, the term slush fund was appropriated for monies set aside for political ends. Such slush funds were used to supplement the salaries of government employees, to bribe public officials, or to manage corruptive propaganda on behalf of special interests.
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