The Main Sheet
June 2014: Volume 14 Issue 2
1255 E River Dr. • Davenport, IA 52803 • Ph. 563-322-6750 • ldsc.org • www.facebook.com/ldscofficial
The Commodore’s Commentary
2014 Board Members
Summer Greetings from the Commodore!
Commodore: Greg Albansoder
[email protected]
[email protected]
563-359-8405
We are looking for individuals who may be interested in learning more about what goes on, on the
committee boats and “race management”.
Boat #1 - The judges boat or the PRO (principle race officer) sets the course and starts the races. You
can learn the sequence and the flags on this boat.
Boat #2 - The “mark boat” that sets the marks as the PRO instructs. Boat #2 also helps with assistance,
if sailors get into any trouble or aid in capsize recovery.
We would like to offer a training class on July 4th at 1PM, but we could use some individuals on the
boats before that just to see if they may be interested.
Vice Commodore: Rick Kuebler
[email protected]
563-355-2806
Harbormaster: Don Allebach
[email protected]
563-355-8823
Treasurer: Wanda Esping
[email protected]
309-786-0073
Secretary: Budge Gierke
[email protected]
563-359-4522
Membership:
Ann Marie Campagna
[email protected]
563-340-2607
House Manager:
Dinah Wagner
[email protected]
309-798-2147
Sailing School Co-ordinators:
Bob Hummel
[email protected]
563-355-3531
Greg Albansoder
[email protected]
563-359-8405
Webmaster: Gordy Johnson
[email protected]
563-676-4440
Newsletter Editor: Loretta Yigas
[email protected]
563-650-7947
We are also still looking for volunteers for the Social Committee at this time. Please let me know if you
are able to volunteer. What ideas do you have about how we can make the LDSC a great social event
promoting our love of sailing to the public.
Are there any individuals who would like to get more involved with sailing school and possibly become
future instructors? If so, please contact myself or Bob Hummel, 563-355-3531.
Greg Albansoder, LDSC Commodore, 563-359-8405
Thanks from the Harbor Master
Normally we're not too excited about
having a fire truck at the sailing club. However
thanks to Chuck Manis and some other helpers
for arranging to get a fire truck with a ladder to
reach the top of our flag pole and restring a
broken flag halyard. Now we can fly all the flags
we ever wanted.
The committee boats have been serviced by Bill
Sturgeon. They were taken out for a shakedown
run and fueled up at Lindsay gas dock. The boats
are ready for the sailing season as soon as the
river is.
There are still many small projects on the list for
those of you wanting to fulfill you work hour
obligation. Lots of little sprucing up jobs will
make the club grounds more appealing to our
neighbors. Call me if you are willing and able.
Harbormaster: Don Allebach
[email protected]
563-355-8823
2014 LDSC Race Schedule
The race times listed are the scheduled times for the warning signals for Class C
yachts. Class MC yachts will start next. Variety Class yachts will follow Class MC.
SUMMER SERIES (ALL CLASSES)
July 13th
1:00 P.M.
August 10th
3:00 P.M.
July 27th
1:00 P.M.
August 24th
3:00 P.M.
June 29th
1:00 P.M.
3:00 P.M.
COMMODORE SERIES (ALL CLASSES)
July 6th
1:00 P.M.
August 17th
3:00 P.M.
July 20th
1:00 P.M.
August 31st
3:00 P.M.
August 3rd
1:00 P.M.
3:00 P.M.
It’s the Law:
Iowa Law dictates that all boats must
be registered with the county recorder,
decals prominently displayed and
registration certificate on board.
There must be a Coast Guard approved
Type I, II, III or V life jacket in good and
serviceable condition for each person
on board.
All children on board under the age of
13 must wear a life jacket.
There must be one USCG throwable
floatation device on board vessels 16’
in length or greater.
Sailboats underway between sunset
and sunrise must have red and green
sidelights and a stern light or a
combination red, green and white
light atop the mast.
For further information, visit
iowadnr.gov
To subscribe to the LDSC
email group, send a blank
message to:
lakedavenport-subscribe@
Yahoogroups.com
FALL SERIES (ALL CLASSES)
Sept 1st
1:00 P.M.
October 5th
3:00 P.M.
Sept 7th
1:00 P.M.
October 12th
3:00 P.M.
Sept 14th
1:00 P.M.
October 19th
3:00 P.M.
Sept 21st
1:00 P.M.
October 26th
3:00 P.M
1:00 P.M
3:00 P.M.
1:00 P.M.
3:00 P.M.
1:00 P.M.
3:00 P.M.
1:00 P.M.
3:00 P.M.
1:00 P.M.
3:00 P.M.
1:00 P.M
3:00 P.M.
1:00 P.M.
3:00 P.M.
1:00 P.M
3:00 P.M.
WEDNESDAY NIGHT SERIES (ALL CLASSES)
The warning signal for Class C yachts is 6:00 P.M. Class MC yachts will start next.
Variety Class yachts will follow Class MC.
July 2nd
July 23rd
August 13th
July 9th
July 30th
August 20th
July 16th
August 6th
August 27th
SPECIAL SERIES (ALL CLASSES)
The race times listed are the scheduled times for the warning signals for Class C
yachts. Class MC yachts will start next. Variety Class yachts will follow Class MC.
In all special series with five races, one may be dropped, and the series will be
scored as a regatta.
Labor Day Series: Party Chairmen - MC Fleet
August 31st
1:00 & 3:00 P.M. Dinner to follow races
Sept 1st
10:30 A.M.& 1:00 PM (2 races back-to-back)
C & MC Polar Bear Regatta: September 27th & 28th
** See published Regatta Sailing Instructions for race times.
The Rambler
Did you know the canoe which hangs
permanently in the club house, is called
The Rambler. Dating back to 1877, this
canoe was presented to LDSC on Sunday,
May 24, 1970 by Mr. Lewis Shorey. Mr.
Shorey was LDSC’s second Commodore in
1936. We have a history to be proud of!
Sailing Events and Party Schedule
Let’s start The Festivities Early! JULY 3rd Party and Fireworks
Bring the entire family and a deck chair to stake out a perfect viewing spot
at the LDSC. Spoiler Alert: What's a Party without Homemade Ice Cream
Ann Marie Campagna; [email protected], 563-340-2607
2014 LDSC Social Events and Party Schedule
Thursday, July 3rd Fireworks on the Waterfront and Dinner
Friday, July 4
1PM Training on the Water
Saturday, July 12
Full Moon Sail
Saturday, August 9 Dam to Dam Sail
Sunday, August 31 Labor Day Cookout (MC Fleet sponsored)
Tips from
the Treasurer
Payment of Dues
I heartily thank those of you
who have paid your dues!
Having these funds available
now has helped the cash flow
of the club immensely.
Please contact me if you have
any questions regarding your
dues invoices or if you are in
need of reimbursement for
expenses created while doing
pre-approved work on the club
house, or authorized food
purchases for parties.
Please send your receipt with
total amount due circled, along
with your name, address and
phone number where I can
reach you with any questions.
Thank you,
Wanda Esping
Treasurer
309-786-0073
[email protected].
Saturday, Sept 20
Dam to Dam Sail
Saturday/Sunday
Sept 27 - 28
Polar Bear Regatta
Saturday, Oct 11
Pumpkin Sail
Sunday, Nov 2
Annual Club Meeting
Saturday, Nov 8
Annual Banquet - To Be Announced
Work Parties
Saturday, May 10
9:00AM Open Clubhouse
12:00 Noon Lunch/Membership Meeting
Saturday, Sept 20
9:00AM Prep for Polar Bear
Saturday, Nov 8
9:00AM Close the Clubhouse
Welcome Back
“John Dillinger”,
Rick’s Dad!
Pictures from
Memorial Day!
Work Party News from the Harbor Master
The 2014 Open The Club Work party was held on May 10th. 18 people signed in to work both
inside and out. They worked hard and got a lot done.
Wall racks were installed. The dock was installed with steps. Painting was begun on the club
white trim. The asphalt lot was sprayed for grass and weeds. The storage garage was cleaned
out. Shingles were repaired on the roof. Committee boats batteries and props were installed.
Don Davis has continued to paint and wants to varnish the rafters over the picnic tables. Greg
Albansoder arranged to get the fire department to help string the last flag pole halyard. Chuck
Manis has slated to power wash the club house and Rick Kuebler is planning to get cap shingles
and finish the roof over the next few weeks. Gordon Johnson is actively digging up the #5 crane
hydrant to replace it.
It just looks like work!
There is still some work needed inside the clubhouse:
a.
Fix water leak in drinking fountain
b.
Paint fire place rust
c.
Fix light in judges locker
d.
Defrost small beer cooler
Thanks,
Contact Don
Allebach, LDSC
Harbormaster
if you are able
to volunteer to
finish up some
minor work at the
clubhouse.
Harbormaster: Don Allebach
[email protected]
563-355-8823
Careful Don!
Don Allebach
Harbormaster
Linda Allebach and Dinah Wagner
Bonnie Thiede
Rick Kuebler, Don Davis (on ladder) Gordy Johnson, and Greg Albansoder
We do have
fun at this
place!
Heigh Ho, Heigh Ho ... It’s off to sail we go!
A lot of hands make
the work light ...
especially among
friends!
Tony Bruskas
AWESOME!
Look at those guys sailing!
Member’s Corner
LDSC Commodore Greg Albansoder received an Eddy for River Activity by being
instrumental in the development of the Credit Island Bridge which the QC Times
describes as a major connection between West and East Davenport's parks and
trails. April 26, 2014 Congratulations Commodore!
Our sincere condolences to Dennis Miller on the recent passing of his wife, Pat.
For those of you who haven't brushed elbows with Dennis (Dr. Miller), he usually
sails every Sunday with Hugh. He sails recreationally on his Precision sloop; white
& blue sails . Always launches off of crane #2 and sails upstream away from the
race course. Please accept our heartfelt sympathies.
Rhubarb / Blueberry Crumble - Sherry Staub
Everyone raved about the Rhubarb / Blueberry Crumble brought by Sherry Staub. Here’s the
recipe:
The 2014 Yearbooks are now
down at the Club, as well as
the 2014 Membership cards.
Due to the limited number of
books printed – please take
only 1 per member/family.
I am sorry that Timothy and
Linda Maxwell were
inadvertently left out of the
Associate Member section of
the yearbook. However, their
information is included in the
2013 Sailing School Student
section.
The Membership Handbooks
(with rules, by-laws, racing
rules, etc), will be printed and
distributed as soon as some
minor revisions are made.
Lori Albansoder
Ingredients:
My version:
2/3 c sugar
2 TBS cornstarch
1/4 tsp salt
3 C blueberries
3 C rhubarb
(organic sugar)
3 TBS almond flour
Topping:
3/4 C biscuit/baking mix
1/3 C sugar
1/8 tsp salt
1/3 C unsalted butter, cubed
½ C old-fashioned oats
½ C sliced almonds
4 C rhubarb and 4 C. any combo of fruit
Bob’s Red Mill whole grain/low carb baking mix
same amt. old –fashioned oats + 1/4 C almond flour
Directions:
Preheat oven to 375 degrees. In a large bowl, mix sugar, cornstarch and salt. Add blueberries and
rhubarb; toss to coat. Transfer to a greased 8-in square baking dish.
For topping, in a small bowl mix baking mix sugar and salt. Cut in butter until crumbly; stir in oats
and almonds. Sprinkle over filling. Bake 40-45 min. or until fillling is bubbly and topping is golden
brown.
I used a 9 x 12 dish because I used more fruit and topping. These variations are not really
essential....just my version. Enjoy! Sherry Staub
Chuck’s Winning Chocolate
Bacon Dessert
Chuck was crowned winner of the recent
dessert contest. Out of six entries, his
chocolate covered bacon won first place!
However, he admits ... “It may have been
rigged ...” :-) Congratulations Chuck!
Quad City Sailing School (QCSS)
The Quad City Sailing School is preparing for another
successful year of instruction. Our first session is
scheduled for the week of July 7th, followed by the weeks
of July 21st and August 4th. The school provides 20 hours
of instruction.
Over the years, the school has partnered with the
Davenport Park and Recreation Department. They
advertise our classes in their brochure 'Thrive', answer questions and take
registration. The cost this year will be $185 for Iowa residents and $225 for nonresidents.
Once again, the school will also be offering the 'Introduction to Sailing' program,
Cost is $30 for an introduction to sailing on one of the school boats for 1 to 1-1/2
hours, depending on wind, weather and current. This program has been very
popular in the past and provided great revenue for the QCSS.
Pictures, News
and Reports
Welcome!
Please send Loretta Yigas any
pictures of events, sailing
school, races, etc. I am also
interested in any news, recipes
or reports. As appropriate and
approved by the Commodore,
they will be included in
upcoming newsletters so that
we may all enjoy the
memories of our fun days at
LDSC!
If you are interested in volunteering to help out with any of the school programs
this summer, please contact Bob Hummel (563-343-6699) or Greg Albansoder
(563-359-8405). We would be happy to put you to work and partner with us.
Fair winds and sunny skies,
If anyone takes pictures
of the classes, please
send to Loretta Yigas,
[email protected]
Greg Albansoder
Director
Test Your Knowledge of Racing Signal Flags!
What does this flag mean?
Check out the hints ……………
There is a barge
coming so we
better…….
Take a break,
we're not ready
yet.
Better safe than
sorry.
Y'all come back
here, now.
Help our membership grow;
bring a friend and introduce
them to all the friendly folks at
LDSC.
Answers on the next page! No cheating! :-)
Loretta Yigas
[email protected]
Housekeeper’s Housekeeping
Thank you for keeping the club house and grounds neat and tidy. It’s everyone’s
job!! All supplies should be ready for a full season. Please let Dinah know should
something be getting low. The oven and the fireplace have been cleaned and the
brass polished around the window.
The club house has been reserved for July 19th. LDSC members are allowed to
reserve the club house by contacting Dinah Wagner 309-798-2147.
Answers to Racing Signal Flag Quiz!
Position of the next mark has been moved. A barge may be coming or
maybe a big wind shift causes the race committee to move the next
mark to new position.
Life jackets required. All competing skippers and crew must wear a life
jacket until this flag is lowered or be disqualified.
Postpone the race comes with 2 horn sounds. The race is postponed
until this flag is lowered with 1 horn sound. The race sequence will
resume one minute following the removal of this flag.
General Recall with 2 horn sounds immediately after the start means
too many boats are across the start line. Skippers come back and the
race committee will restart the sequence.
THANK YOU!
Please be sure to thank
Devin Farley of Lake Geneva
(you will see him again as the
PRO at the Polar Bear Regatta)
for his very generous donation
of a full set of much needed
racing flags, signal flags and a
new MC Class flag.
Diane von Dresky and Greg
Albansoder are pictured with
the new flags!
Weather and Sailing Conditions
There are at least four criteria for determining sailing conditions:
1.
2.
3.
4.
Current
Wind
Skipper skill
Safety precautions
If the current is low ( <1mph) you can take more risk with high winds (15-20mph) and get knocked
down or low wind (2-4mph) and not make headway upstream. On the other hand, high current
(>1.5mph) you would need more conservative wind range (6-8mph) to make headway, but not too
much that would risk knockdown.
Beside wind speed and current, the other two factors are the skippers skill/experience level and
what are the safety precautions in place. Do we have 2 committee boats in the water and plenty of
experienced operators?
Everyone needs to set their own limits. Experienced LDSC members are always happy to talk to
individuals about how to treat any specific weather situation.
Feel free to join in on this discussion. Send Loretta Yigas your thoughts on how best to determine
sailing conditions and I will publish them in the next newsletter. [email protected]
Brett J. Fetter gives us a website to track the flood crest South from McGregor.
http://www.crh.noaa.gov/dvn/?n=briefing_hydro
1820 Grant St. • Box 5013
Bettendorf, IA 52722
Established in 1935
See you soon!
DATES TO REMEMBER
• July 3rd - 6:30 Fireworks on the Waterfront; Dinner
• July 4th - 1PM Training; Get with Greg if you are interested!
• July 12th - Full Moon Sail
• Aug 9th - Dam to Dam Sail
TIME TO CELEBRATE
(Red, White and Boom)
What:
Celebrate 4th of July Festivities Early with Dinner, Friends and Fireworks at LDSC.
Bring a deck chair and claim your spot early to see the show.
When: July 3rd @ 6:30 (ish)
Where: Lake Davenport Sailing Club
Dinner Menu:
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1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
Dinner $8.00
Children $5.00
Ice Cream $2.00
Hot Ham / Sandwiches
Baked Beans
Potato Salad
Homemade Ice Cream – Vanilla & Chocolate and toppings
Drinks
Who: Please RSVP by Wednesday July 2nd to:
Greg Albansoder @ 563-359-8405 or email to: [email protected]
LDSC On the Water Clinic
(depending on river conditions)
What: On the water practice.

Learn the basics of Race Management on Boat #1;
Learn how to set the starting line; wind awareness, the code flags and the Ollie
sequence involved in race management.
Skippers: Both MC Scows and C

Get an opportunity to practice your starting technique on the water and at the
Race Line. How do compare? (We might even have a competition)
When: July 4th @ 1pm
Where: Lake Davenport Sailing Club
Who: Any member or associate member who is interested in either activity; please contact
Greg Albansoder @ 563-359-8405 or [email protected] for more information or questions
about the proposed clinic. Sign-up sheets are located in the Clubhouse. I would like to get a
head count to measure the level of interest. If you can’t make it to the Clubhouse to sign-up,
please call.