Northwest Classic Boat Club ~ Vintage Wood and Classic Fiberglass Boats

~~~ Updated Jan 20, 2012 ~~~

2012 Calendar of Events

Please note that events marked “NWCBC Members only” are open to non-members who would like to attend as an “introduction” to the club, however we ask that only NWCBC Members operate vessels during these events for insurance reasons. Non-members are warmly invited to attend and ride along with a member, we always have room for passengers and new friends.

Jan 1st – Brunch meeting at 11:00 AM at Ivar's Salmon House on Lake Union

We’ll meet in Ivar’s banquet room on Lake Union, with attendees arriving either by water or land. Join us as we enjoy a great buffet brunch and show our appreciation for our members who volunteered their time and efforts to host an event in 2011. Last year each volunteer event coordinator received a personalized gift as a thank you, this year the club would like to thank all who coordinated an event in 2011 (with the exception of the current club officers) by buying their brunch. For the rest of us, the cost of brunch is $37.15 per person including sales tax and gratuity. This is about a $5 increase over last year. For large parties Ivar’s has a “one check” policy, so please bring a check or cash for the exact amount and pay Tim McCrain who will in turn take care of the club’s bill. This is a great brunch and all who attended last year had a great time, drive down or tie up at Ivar’s dock, we hope to see you there. Coordinator: Tim McCrain.

April 14th – Lake Union / Ship Canal Tour
A casual, leisurely Springtime Cruise / Tune-up run through the Lake Washington Ship Canal and Lake Union, Seattle. The general plan will be to launch at various points in the Seattle area and rendezvous at Lake Union, have lunch together at a waterfront café and do a shoreline crawl through some of Lake Washington Ship Canal’s marinas, ogling the many classic boats that are tucked in back corners of the marinas. Coordinator: Tim McCrain. NWCBC Members only, please

June 9th - Blake Island Picnic Day Cruise
Blake Island Marine State Park, immediately south of Bainbridge Island and easily accessed from launch ramps in Seattle, Winslow, Manchester, Port Orchard, Bremerton or Brownsville, offers a gorgeous hiking trail around its perimeter; picnic tables, restrooms, a small marina for arriving boats, and of course the Totem Village that hosts visiting tour boats from downtown Seattle. We'll gather away from the crowds on a sandy beach near the northwest tip of the island for a picnic lunch; some of us can beach our boats and others can anchor just offshore and be shuttled ashore by smaller boats. Either way, it'll be a great opportunity to get better acquainted with one of the nicest boating destinations in central Puget Sound. Join us either for lunch on Saturday or for a night or two of camping on the island, the members who camped last year thoroughly enjoyed them selves and plan on camping again this year. The island offers great camping spots and a protected marina, you can pitch a tent or sleep aboard. For those coming for the day on Saturday, let’s plan to launch boats by about 10 a.m., gathering at Blake Island by about 11:30 and staying until approximately 3-4 p.m. For those who plan to camp, there will be a discussion before hand in the Events Discussion forum regarding launch points and schedules. Coordinator: Tim McCrain. NWCBC Members only, please

June 30th – July 1st – San Juans Overnight Adventure
San Juan Islands Exploration. This could be a one- or two-day event, depending on weather conditions and the preferences of members who participate. Lowell plans to launch at Cap Sante Marina in Anacortes, but others could launch elsewhere and rendezvous in Anacortes before heading across to the islands. Sucia Island is the likely destination, if the event becomes an overnighter. Coordinator: Lowell Lorenz NWCBC Members only, please

July 28th – 29th – South Sound exploration
In past years we've organized the Puget Sound, End to End event that included a quick run through South Sound, but this season we'll focus exclusively on the southern reaches of Puget Sound, giving members more time for a leisurely exploration of these fabulous cruising waters. The event will be organized so that members can enjoy a one-day experience, or extend it into a full weekend by over-nighting at Jarrell's Cove Marine State Park on Hartstene Island. We'll launch Saturday morning at Fair Harbor Marina (Grapeview), but other members can join in the fun by launching elsewhere--Day Island Marina, Boston Harbor (north of Olympia), Allyn or other ramps in the general area. The plan will be to rendezvous at Jarrell's Cove by noon., then cruise south through Pickering Passage along the west side of Hartstene Island, running into scenic Hammersly Inlet to Oakland Bay (Shelton), then exploring nearby Totten Inlet, Little Skookum Inlet and perhaps also Eld Inlet before returning to Jarrell's Cove Marine State Park via Peale Passage and Pickering Passage. Those who choose to overnight aboard their boats, or ashore in campsites at Jarrell's Cove, will share a leisurely picnic lunch on Sunday at McMicken Island Marine State Park (Case Inlet) before heading home Sunday afternoon. Coordinator: Marty Loken. NWCBC Members only, please

August 11th – LaConner Classic Auto and Boat Show
This annual car / boat show promises to be even better this year, with loads of vintage cars and boats in attendance. NWCBC member Clint Stroebel serves as coordinator for the trailer boat portion of the show for the LaConner Chamber of Commerce, who sponsors the show. This year we’re working to have a record turnout and will have a table at the show to promote our club. Coordinator: Clint Stroebel. This event open to all.

August 17th – 19th – Lake Roosevelt Tour
Details to be announced. Coordinator: Rick Love

September (Dates to be announced) – Mayfield Lake Rendezvous
Mayfield Lake Rendezvous, at Mayfield Lake Resort. This event was another of the highlights of both the 2010 and 2011 seasons, thanks to efforts of Kent and Diane Hodges who arranged everything from a fishing derby to a reserved pavilion for our pot-luck dinner. You can camp at the resort or another location, stay in a comfy room at the resort or just come down for a day. (Note: If you want over-night, Diane recommends that you make reservations well in advance by calling Mayfield Lake Resort, (360) 985-2357. The resort has motel-type rooms, cabins, RV spaces, a store, restaurant, launch ramp and docks for our boats, but they’re very popular so early reservations are strongly recommended. Coordinators: Kent and Diane Hodges NWCBC Members only, please

Sept (date to be announced) - Mason Lake Rendezvous
This is our traditional end-of-the-season event and always one of the best attended. NWCBC Member Thom Adams has once again arranged for us to use the Simpson Timber private park at the south end of the lake, where we will have a reserved shelter for our pot-luck lunch and exclusive use of the launch and dock. This event, always a favorite, is a great way to cap off the “official” season and celebrate another year of Good Boats and Great Friends! Coordinator: Tim McCrain. NWCBC Members only, please

November 10th – Annual Planning Meeting
Please plan on joining us for our annual planning meeting, where we welcome the newly elected club officers and hash out the event schedule for 2013, as well as enjoying the hospitality of Mike and Judy Kronick who will once again allow us to descend on their home and consume far too many cookies. NWCBC Members only, please.