Full Member Applications

There are two pending applications for full membership (to the “B” list) in the club.  Further to Article 2.2 d) and e) of the Club By-laws, Rules and Regulations, notice of an application is to be made on this website and the Clubhouse Bulletin Board for a minimum of 30 days.  Members may communicate to the membership committee (membership@georgianyachtclub.com) or the Board prior to the Board considering these applications.  The 30 day notice period extends past the date of the next regular Board meeting on June 4th, after which the Board goes into “summer mode”.   As a result these applications may not be considered until the regular September Board meeting unless the Board arranges to meet during “summer mode”.

Ryan Carson of Owen Sound, and sponsored by Kevin Prentice and Mark Prentice, was approved as an Associate member at the May 7, 2018 Board meeting.  Ryan has a 41′ Sea Ray power boat.

Joyce Buckley, of Holland Centre, and sponsored by Roger Martindill and Tom England, was approved as an Associate member at the May 7, 2018 Board meeting.  Joyce has a 23′ Glander Cay sailboat.

Sad News: Bert Porter Passed Away

DEAR GYC MEMBERS,

It is with great sadness that I share the news that recently resigned member: Bert Porter passed away on Wednesday morning, March 28, 2018.

On behalf of the GYC Board of Directors, I would like to extend sincerest condolences to the family and friends of Bert during this very difficult time.

With deepest sympathy,

Terry Ferenczy

Obituary for Bert Porter: click here

 

 

Full Member Application

There is a new application for full membership (to the “B” list) in the club.  Further to Article 2.2 d) and e) of the Club By-laws, Rules and Regulations notice of an application is to be made on this website and the Clubhouse Bulletin Board for a minimum of 30 days.  Members may communicate to the membership committee (membership@georgianyachtclub.com) or the Board, prior to the May 7th Board meeting any relevant information a Member may possess regarding the applicant.

Ralph Suke of East Linton has been an Associate member for a number of years.  Ralph has a Niagara 26 sailboat.

Full Member Application

There is a pending application for full membership (to the “B” list) in the club.  Further to Article 2.2 d) and e) of the Club By-laws, Rules and Regulations, notice of an application is to be made on this website and the Clubhouse Bulletin Board for a minimum of 30 days.  Members may communicate to the membership committee (membership@georgianyachtclub.com) or the Board prior to the March 5th Board meeting any relevant information a Member may possess regarding the applicant.

Louise Johnsen of Pt. Elgin, and sponsored by Terry Ferenczy and Tom England, was approved as an Associate member at the December 4, 2017 Board meeting.  Louise plans to bring a J24 sailboat into the club.

Full Member Applications

There are two pending applications for full membership (to the “B” list) in the club.  Further to Article 2.2 d) and e) of the Club By-laws, Rules and Regulations, notice of an application is to be made on this website and the Clubhouse Bulletin Board for a minimum of 30 days. Members may communicate to the membership committee (membership@georgianyachtclub.com) or the Board prior to the December 4th Board meeting any relevant information a Member may possess regarding the applicants.

Brad Beitz of Chesley, and sponsored by Brad Brainard and Mark Chester, was approved as an Associate member at the October 2, 2017 Board meeting.  Brad has a 22′ Sea Ray.

Paul Livingston of Owen Sound and sponsored by Murray Arnold and Joe Fryer, was approved as an Associate member at the October 2, 2017 Board meeting.  Paul has Doral 25′ power boat.

Full Member Application

There is one new application for full membership (to the “B” list) in the club.  Further to Article 2.2 d) and e) of the Club By-laws, Rules and Regulations notice of an application is to be made on this website and the Clubhouse Bulletin Board for a minimum of 30n days.  Members may communicate to the membership committee (membership@georgianyachtclub.com) or the Board prior to the September 5th Board meeting any relevant information a Member may possess regarding the applicant.

David Reitzel of Owen Sound, and sponsored by Mark Vincent and Steve Newell, was approved as an Associate member at the May 1, 2017 Board meeting.  David has a Grampian 26 sailboat.

Full Membership Applications

There are five new pending applications for full membership (to the “B” list) in the club.  Further to Article 2.2 d) of the Club By-laws, Rules and Regulations notice of an application is to be made on this website and the Clubhouse Bulletin Board for a minimum of 30 days.  Members may communicate to the membership committee (membership@georgianyachtclub.com) or the Board, prior to the June 5th Board meeting any relevant information a Member may possess regarding the applicants.

Kurtis Mink of Annan, and sponsored by Janet Gamble and Bruce McManus, was approved as an Associate member at the May 1, 2017 Board meeting.  Kurtis has 27′ Sea Ray.

Josh Ferguson of Owen Sound, and sponsored by Travis Low and Harry Hartrick, was approved as an Associate member at the May 1, 2017 Board meeting.  Josh has a 32′ Sea Ray.

Brian MacIntosh of Balmy beach, and sponsored by Don Gibson and Laurie McConnell, was approved as an Associate member at the May 1, 2017 Board meeting.  Brian has a 31′ Prowler.

Roger Martindill of Chatsworth, and sponsored by Ed Griffith and Paul Matthies, was approved as an Associate member at the May 1, 2017 Board meeting.  Roger has a Sirius 28 sailboat.

Joe Fryer of Owen Sound, and sponsored by Hubert Vandestadt and Murray Arnold, was approved as an Associate member at the May 1, 2017 Board meeting.  Joe has a 29′ Cruisers.

Full Member Applications

There are two new pending applications for full membership (to the “B” List) in the club.  Further to Article 2.2 d) and e) of the Club By-laws, rules and Regulations notice of an application is to be made on this website and the Clubhouse Bulletin Board for a minimum of 30 days.  Members may communicate to the membership committee (membership@georgianyachtclub.com) or the Board any relevant information a Member may possess regarding the applicants.  Please note that it is possible the Board could meet on Launch day, Saturday, May 6th to consider these applications.  Accordingly, information should be communicated to the membership committee or the Board by May 6th.

Ron Downie of Owen Sound (recently moved from the Sarnia area), and sponsored by Paul Matthies and Tom England, was approved as an Associate member at the April 3, 2017 Board meeting.  Ron has been sailing for 8 years and has a Catalina 32 sailboat.

Josh Baker of Georgian Bluffs, and sponsored by Jeff Schnarr and Cam Merrill, was approved as an Associate member at the April 3, 2017 Board meeting.  Josh has been boating for almost a quarter century and has 20′ power boat that he hopes to upgrade.

Sad News – Past Member Dougal Cameron

Sad News – Past Member Dougal Cameron

CAMERON, Dougal – Peacefully at the Village of Glendale Crossing on Saturday, March 11, 2017, Dougal Walter Cameron of London in his 68th year. Beloved husband of Ann Miles Cameron. Loving father of Melanie Cameron (Tomas Guidolin), Michelle Cameron (Geoff Kitching). Dear step-father of Vicki Miles, Heather Orr, Phil Miles and families. Brother of James and Sue Cameron, Charlie and Diane Cameron, Jeanie and Rob Cameron-Staples, and Robert Cameron. Also remembered by several nieces and nephews. Dougal was a member of Oakridge Presbyterian Church and an Elder at St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church, Owen Sound. He was a man of many trades but his heart was always on the water aboard his sailboat “Origo”. Music was also an integral part of his life, as a man who dearly loved to sing and dance. The funeral service will be conducted at Harris Funeral Home, 220 St. James St. at Richmond, on Wednesday, March 15 at 2 pm. Visitation preceding the service on Wednesday from 1-2 pm. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions to the Alzheimer Society would be appreciated.

VISITATION: Visitation at Harris Funeral Home preceding the service on Wednesday from 1-2 pm.

SERVICE: The funeral service will be conducted at Harris Funeral Home, 220 St. James St. at Richmond, on Wednesday, March 15 at 2 pm.

DONATIONS: In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions to the Alzheimer Society would be appreciated. Click DONATIONS at the right side of the page to place a memorial donation. By mail, send your donation to Alzheimer Society of London and Middlesex, 435 Windermere Road, London, ON N5X 2T1

Harris Funeral Home Ltd.
220 St. James Street
London, ON N6A 1W9

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Full Membership Applications

There are two pending applications for full membership (to the “B” list) in the club.  Further to Article 2.2 d) and e) of the Club By-laws, Rules and Regulations notice of an application is to be made on this website and the Clubhouse Bulletin Board for a minimum of 30 days.  Members may communicate to the membership committee (membership@georgianyachtclub.com) or the Board, prior to the April 3rd Board meeting any relevant information a Member may possess regarding the applicant(s).

Thomas Moore of Kemble, and sponsored by Creighton Taylor and Chris Haslam, was approved as an Associate member at the February 6, 2017 Board meeting.  Thomas has a Regal 24′ power boat.

Joe Ostrander of Owen Sound, and sponsored by Norm Menary and Travis Low, was approved as an Associate member at the February 6, 2017 Board meeting.  Joe has a Regal Commodore 322 power boat.