Welcome to the Marathon Sailing Club
We are a club of sailors who enjoy the warm waters of the Marathon area from December thru May. We sail a variety of boats. These include Sunfish sailing at various locations around the Keys and match racing. We race radio controlled Victorias and one design CR-914 sailboats. Each year we hold an invitational CR-914 regatta. Occasionally we day-cruise on 20-40ft. boats. Each season, we take kayaking trips through the nearby Keys and mangroves. Of course, we also have the occasional cocktail party and as well as special social events.
Our members are a combination of fulltime residents of the Keys and "Snowbird" sailors that enjoy sailing and friendships during the cooler months. Some of our members have their own boats and the club also has boats to share. To see what is happening this season, check the calendar below and click on: 2017 HIGHLIGHTS.
To learn more about joining us, please play our videos to learn about us and go to the website's "About Our Club" page.
Always feel free to contact me.....Colin Parker, Commodore, Captcparker@yahoo.com
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We are a club of sailors who enjoy the warm waters of the Marathon area from December thru May. We sail a variety of boats. These include Sunfish sailing at various locations around the Keys and match racing. We race radio controlled Victorias and one design CR-914 sailboats. Each year we hold an invitational CR-914 regatta. Occasionally we day-cruise on 20-40ft. boats. Each season, we take kayaking trips through the nearby Keys and mangroves. Of course, we also have the occasional cocktail party and as well as special social events.
Our members are a combination of fulltime residents of the Keys and "Snowbird" sailors that enjoy sailing and friendships during the cooler months. Some of our members have their own boats and the club also has boats to share. To see what is happening this season, check the calendar below and click on: 2017 HIGHLIGHTS.
To learn more about joining us, please play our videos to learn about us and go to the website's "About Our Club" page.
Always feel free to contact me.....Colin Parker, Commodore, Captcparker@yahoo.com
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To All Members and Friends of the Marathon Sailing Club
Meeting Minutes
November 14, 2018
Our November meeting was held at the home of Margo and Larry Murray. Present were
Margo, Larry, Susan Ruck, Colin and guest Woody Sapp. Susan provided all with great
pizza and Margo topped it off with her delicious brownies.
Woody hails from Big Pine, has been in the Keys for quite a while and is interested in all
aspects of sailing. He has also taken a number of trips in windjammer type larger
boats.
Larry gave the Treasurer’s report and the Club is in good financial standing.
Under Committee Reports, Colin reported on as many members as he has heard from.
Most members have not made it back yet. Mike’s home has been cleaned out and his
roof stabilized and he is now living at home and starting to get it back in order. Mike
and Ed. Marill both have a case of shingles. Ted Reinhold had knee surgery and we
hope he is recovering quickly. He and Carol should be down after Christmas. Steve and
Ruth are still in California and we hope they have not been affected by the devastating
fires. Sherry and Bruce Popham have sold the Marathon Boat Yard. Past Commodore
Paul Koisch, who lost his house in the hurricane is living in South Carolina. Peggy
Forberg is going through the painful process of selling her home on KCB with lots of
mixed emotions. We all miss her and Paul, wish them well and hope they get back to
see us sometime. The Murray’s celebrated by having our meeting in their beautifully
refinished screened in porch/living area. Maryland had its most rain in history and many
times Colin waded out on the underwater dock and stepped UP to get on the boat and
go sailing. Colin also finished his 50” scratch built RC boat and sailed it up in
Marblehead MA with some success. The Middle Keys Youth Sailing was very
successful this summer with many scholarships given to deserving local students.
Lots happening!!
Under New Business we made the decision to have our Christmas Party at a local
restaurant and Sue will be taking care of that. We are looking at
DECEMBER 14, 2018 So let us know if you be in town and will be able to make
it, as we have to start thinking about numbers immediately!!
Also talked about; Election of officers: Larry and Colin have agreed to continue in their
present positions. No quorum so all votes postponed. Dues? RC sailing will continue
as usual. Sunfish sailing when possible. Kayaking to be planned. Sunset Sail, definitely
in the spring. Splicing Party hopefully to be continued. Fiesta Key Cruise will be on the
calendar in the late spring.
The next meeting will be in Jan. TBA at the Murray’s and hopefully we will see a lot
more of our Club members.
The party (meeting) adjourned at 9:00PM with much thanks to the Murray’s for their
hospitality and dessert and to Sue for the pizza.
Respectfully submitted, Colin Parker, Commodore
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Meeting Minutes
November 14, 2018
Our November meeting was held at the home of Margo and Larry Murray. Present were
Margo, Larry, Susan Ruck, Colin and guest Woody Sapp. Susan provided all with great
pizza and Margo topped it off with her delicious brownies.
Woody hails from Big Pine, has been in the Keys for quite a while and is interested in all
aspects of sailing. He has also taken a number of trips in windjammer type larger
boats.
Larry gave the Treasurer’s report and the Club is in good financial standing.
Under Committee Reports, Colin reported on as many members as he has heard from.
Most members have not made it back yet. Mike’s home has been cleaned out and his
roof stabilized and he is now living at home and starting to get it back in order. Mike
and Ed. Marill both have a case of shingles. Ted Reinhold had knee surgery and we
hope he is recovering quickly. He and Carol should be down after Christmas. Steve and
Ruth are still in California and we hope they have not been affected by the devastating
fires. Sherry and Bruce Popham have sold the Marathon Boat Yard. Past Commodore
Paul Koisch, who lost his house in the hurricane is living in South Carolina. Peggy
Forberg is going through the painful process of selling her home on KCB with lots of
mixed emotions. We all miss her and Paul, wish them well and hope they get back to
see us sometime. The Murray’s celebrated by having our meeting in their beautifully
refinished screened in porch/living area. Maryland had its most rain in history and many
times Colin waded out on the underwater dock and stepped UP to get on the boat and
go sailing. Colin also finished his 50” scratch built RC boat and sailed it up in
Marblehead MA with some success. The Middle Keys Youth Sailing was very
successful this summer with many scholarships given to deserving local students.
Lots happening!!
Under New Business we made the decision to have our Christmas Party at a local
restaurant and Sue will be taking care of that. We are looking at
DECEMBER 14, 2018 So let us know if you be in town and will be able to make
it, as we have to start thinking about numbers immediately!!
Also talked about; Election of officers: Larry and Colin have agreed to continue in their
present positions. No quorum so all votes postponed. Dues? RC sailing will continue
as usual. Sunfish sailing when possible. Kayaking to be planned. Sunset Sail, definitely
in the spring. Splicing Party hopefully to be continued. Fiesta Key Cruise will be on the
calendar in the late spring.
The next meeting will be in Jan. TBA at the Murray’s and hopefully we will see a lot
more of our Club members.
The party (meeting) adjourned at 9:00PM with much thanks to the Murray’s for their
hospitality and dessert and to Sue for the pizza.
Respectfully submitted, Colin Parker, Commodore
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To All Members and Friends of the Marathon Sailing Club
The Fiesta Key Cruise was a great success this year. Participating were Margo and Larry Murray, Kerry Willis, and Susan Ruck who arrived by car and Mike and Colin who arrived by boat. The weather was very threatening all night and early morning but broke to a beautiful rainbow and perfect winds and blue skies. 
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Mike and I had one of the better sailing days in a long time. We enjoyed very good food and drinks at their Lobster Crawl Restaurant. The only thing missing were more friends and boats but a good time was had by all. Fair winds and good sailing…………………….Colin
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The SPLICING PARTY at the City Marina was very successful. Many folks from boats in the harbor plus our own members and friends showed up to splice pennants for the Florida Keys National Marine Sanctuary. A special thanks goes to Mike Bier who organized the party and to Sue Ruck who arranged for the food. Thanks to all who came! it was a great event!
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DATES TO REMEMBER APRIL 27: full moon kayaking in Big Pine May 5: Fiesta Key Land and Sea Cruise May 26: Boot Key kayaking |
FOR KEY WEST SUNSET SAIL PICTURES, CLICK BUTTON
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MARATHON SAILING CLUB
April 18, 2018 MINUTES Our April meeting was held at the home of Margo and Larry Murray. Present were Margo and Larry, Mike Bier, Colin and guest Kerry Willis. After great hors d’oeuvres and drinks the meeting started at 7:30PM. The last meeting’s minutes were accepted as presented. Larry gave the Treasurer’s report. There was one glitch in our statement but Larry wason top of the problem which was a bank error. With that problem taken care of, we are in good financial condition. We received a letter from KAIR acknowledging our contribution at Christmas time. Under Committee reports, Mike reported that our Splicing Party was very successful. The City Marina was filled with many folks from the harbor as well as our members and friends. Great job in heading that up, Mike. Colin reported on the MYCEF Youth Sailing Program 4 day Learn to Race Clinic and the Benefit Bash fund raiser. 14 local boys and girls participated in the clinic run by Professional sailor and instructor Bobby Brooks and our Instructor Matt Gamel. By the end of the 4 days the students were able to start and go around a designated course and finish races. Their progress was very noticeable and amazing. Awards were given out to the top racers and all were awarded t-shirts for participating. I worked on boat prep and launching all 4 days and Mike helped me out on Saturday getting boats and kids ready for racing. In all it was an extremely successful program. The last day of racing was followed by the Benefit Bash held at the Yacht Club outside around the pool. It was a beautiful evening, with music and a full buffet dinner and Pusser’s rum drinks. There was a live auction and a silent auction with lots of fun and action. The Foundation raised $30,000 for the sailing program!! Under New Business: April 21: On Saturday, April 21, we are kayaking at Curry Hammock State Park. The Park is in full operation and has kayaks to rent. If you care to join us, we are meeting there at 1:00PM. APRIL 27: April 27 at 6:30PM there is a full moon kayak in Big Pine. Call 305-872-7274 May 5: The Fiesta Key Land and Sea Cruise is scheduled to take place on May 5th. Sailors will meet at Mike’s house at 10:00AM, launch our boats and sail over to Fiesta Key for lunch. We will meet up with those coming by car at 12:30 — 1:00PM . May 26: Boot Key kayaking. We will meet at Sombrero Beach at 10:00AM and kayak the trails in Boot Key. Our next formal meeting will take place on November 14th at the Murrays. The meeting adjourned at 9PM with much thanks to the Murray’s for their hospitality. Respectfully submitted, Colin Parker, Commodore |
Mailing Address
PO Box 3292
Marathon Shores, 33052, FL
PO Box 3292
Marathon Shores, 33052, FL