We all got together for some Madness on Monday November 24, at Star Bar, CJ’s.
For those who went north for the summer, we who stayed, enjoyed our monthly Monday Madness and dine arounds at USS Nemo, Blackbirds, and Unidos. Check out the gallery of photos of the events. Welcome back, keep an eye out for eBlast for upcoming club events. Looking forward to seeing there.
MBYC celebrated Monday Madness with a beautiful sunny afternoon at the Esplanade. Around thirty members were in attendance, enjoying a few cocktails and shooting the breeze. Margi and Judy ran the raffle, the winners were, Margi White $45, Brad Shaw $30 and Lynn Tuttle $15. There were a few goodbyes from some snow birds leaving for the season. And a good time was had by all. Looking for to seeing you for May Monday Madness on May 26.
February 22 found MBYC members gathered at the Marco Esplanade Marina for the annual Presentation of the Fleet where the newly installed Bridge, Commodore Paul Schneeberger, Vice Commodore Bob Gagnon, and Rear Commodore Jeff Wilson conducted the annual review of the Fleet.
Commodore Paul Schneeberger welcomed everyone and the USA National Anthem was played to open the program.
Chaplin Alan Sandlin read a History of the Marco Bay Yacht Club and followed with a prayer for the blessing of the Fleet.
Fleet Captain Brent Cook presented the fleet for review which included the vessels:
Top Shelf Captain Mike and First Mate Maria Adamson
Cookin’ Captain Brent and Susan Cook
O Sea D Captain Vern and First Mate Ann Graham
La Vie en Rose Captain Bill and First Mate Debbie Schroeder
Upon completion of the review, the vessels were berthed and the Bridge, crews and other MBYC members proceeded to CJ’s on the Bay for a celebratory luncheon.
The Fifty-first Annual Change of Watch (Commodore’s Ball) was held Friday January 31st at Hideaway Beach Club. At this beautiful venue, nearly 80 members attended and were welcomed with a glass of champagne. Linda Gagnon reflected on her 2 years as Commodore and recognized and thanked the many volunteers and board members who supported her leadership. A delicious meal was served followed by a presentation of the Bridge. 2025 Commodore Paul Schneeberger spoke as his first official duty as commodore. Kellee Kaysee wonderfully entertained us all evening. The dance floor was packed as members danced the night away.
The Marco Bay Yacht Club was proud to participate in the Holiday Street Parade this year. Naples Marine generously donated a 26’ pontoon and trailer for us to decorate and show off during the parade.
Sixteen club members and one club dog came together to decorate and/or accompany the float on its journey. We chose a theme of Fun on Land & Sea since we are the ‘FUN’ club of Marco Island. From whimsical octopi to lighted pelicans and marlins, the float really glowed. Even the Gagnon’s truck was decorated with a fun scene. We had lighted Christmas trees, Octopi and a Shark walking alongside the float with candy for the kids. Although we did not win a prize, we were definitely one of the best floats in the parade!!
We kicked off the holiday season with a fabulous party at the beautiful Island Country Club of Marco Island. A good time was had by all with wonderful food, cheer and friendship. Members danced the night away to an amazing four piece band Geezers N’ Paradise.
Sally Orth did her annual raffle for Toys For Tots and raised over $1,000 for the non- profit organization. Sally also generously made a stunning holiday tree which one of our members won with the winning raffle ticket. It was a memorable night of laughter and fun which got everyone into the holiday spirit
After two weather related cancellations last season, the Third Time’s A Charm certainly rang true for our October Day Fleet outing to the HavAnnA Café on Chokoloskee. We couldn’t have asked for better boating conditions. Sunny, mild temperature, elevated tide, and super smooth water conditions made for a perfect day for boating in the Gulf and meandering through the mangroves into Chokoloskee. The staff was friendly and accommodating of our group as usual. Despite some late cancellations due to unexpected schedule conflicts, mechanical issues with a boat and a dock, we still enjoyed a great kickoff to the season with twenty-one members.
On September 30, The McKendricks, Gelfands, Lowells and Kelly Rogers made it to the Star Bar at CJ’s on the Bay for Monday Madness, kicking off the fall season.
Picking up momentum, we rolled into October Madness with 24 members in attendance. as more seasonal members return The Adamsons, Fuhrmanns, Gagnons, Hendersons, Kernans, Lowells, Millers, Orths, Southards, Tuttles, Vanics, and Jack Bruinsma, Barry Gelfand, Paul Schneeberger were able to attend October Madness.
I especially enjoy reconnecting with our seasonal members as they return each fall. There is always lots to catch up on as we share our experiences of the summer. If you’re not a regular Madness participant, you’re missing a golden opportunity to get acquainted with new members and establish life long friendships with other members.
We will begin the 50/50 at the November 25 Madness. Mark your calendar and make it a point to join us.