The Vero Beach Christmas Parade is an evening parade that will be held on Saturday Dec. 3rd along Ocean Drive on the Beach. The Parade starts at the intersection of Cardinal & Flamevine, turns east to Ocean Drive and proceeds along Ocean Drive to Greytwig where it disperses.
So we can look like a unified group, we ask that each child and adult wear a Latitude 27.39 Sail Club T-shirt, and a red Santa hat (can be purchased at the dollar store). The parade sponsors ask each participant and viewer to donate 1 or 2 canned good food items to the parade (these food items will be given to the local food bank.)
The parade starts at 5:30 PM on Flamevine. The floats will line up along Cardinal Drive starting at 4:00. You must be at the YSF float by 5:15 to participate in the parade. Please allow time for parking and shuttling from your car to the start of the parade. The YSF Float is number 26 in the parade line-up. The number will be posted on the passenger side of the windshield of every tow vehicle. YSF's float will be waiting on Cardinal near Dahlia Lane. We ask that you drop off your children and everyone but the driver (including your food donations) on Dahlia Lane near Cardinal Drive. (Cardinal Drive will be closed to traffic, so you will have to turn around and drive to the end of the parade route to park.)
Please park near the end of the parade route which is Ocean Drive at Greytwig. Suggestions of where to park include; on a side street (NOT ON GREYTWIG) or at JC Park. Once you park, walk to the shuttle cars. We have 3 cars which will have a YSF sign taped to the windshield. They will be driven by either Toby Jarman, Marty Baker or Dan Thomas. The shuttle cars will be located at the intersection of Live Oak Rd. and Ocean Drive. Please identify yourselves when you enter the car. The cars will shuttle you to the YSF float.
The shuttle cars will stop running at 5:00. After that you are on your own.
Once the YSF float reaches the end of the parade (Ocean Dr. at Greytwig), you have 2 choices; 1. walk with your children to your car, or 2. have your children ride in the tow vehicle to the Marina where you can pick them up.
As you can see car pooling is advised. (Perhaps one family leaving their car at the marina and the another family leaving theirs at the end of the parade route.)
A few more suggestions..........you may want to layer with the Latitude 27.39 T-shirt on the outside............your children may want to bring a power bar if they get hungry...........bring a flash light because it is dark at the end of the parade route.
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After the parade, the group met at the 2002 Restaurant at Miracle Mile for dinner. We have our own room and will order off the menu and each person will pay for his own meal. When you arrive, tell them you are with the Parade Group. 2002 Restaurant (address: 575 21st Street) is located on the Publix side of Miracle Mile next of TooJays. Since we are a large group I asked the wait staff to bring the food out as ready, so you may order when you arrive if you desire. Our group will arrive in stages. The YSF float should be at the end of the parade route by 6:30. It takes a while to get to your cars and drive to the restaurant.
Address any questions to Chris Pope (772) 567-9000 or chrispvb@att.net or cdpope643@bellsouth.net
Thanks,
Chris Pope
Youth Sailing Foundation of IRC
Vero Beach, Florida
Sunday, December 4, 2011
Tuesday, September 27, 2011
Monday, September 26, 2011
GREEN FLEET OPTI SERIES REGATTA #2
NOTICE OF RACE
October 16, 2011
INTRO TO GREEN FLEET OPTI SERIES REGATTA #2
Jaycee Park
South Hutchinson Island
Fort Pierce, Florida
1. Organizing Authority & Host
Treasure Coast Youth Sailing Foundation
2. Rules
This regatta will be governed by the Racing Rules of Sailing (RRS).
3. Eligibility & Entry
3.1 The regatta is open to all boats of the Optimist class (including wood & plastic hulls)
3.2 Eligible crews may be entered by registering through Regatta Network at
4. Registration & Fees
4.1 All competitors must check in on Sunday, October16, 2011 between the
hours of 10:00 and 11:00 a.m.
4.2 No entry fee will be charged.
4.3 A family cookout of burgers and hot dogs will be provided
4.4 Donations will be accepted and are always appreciated. All proceeds will go toward the TCYSF regatta programs.
5. Schedule of Events
5.1 Sunday October 16
1000-1100 Check-In and Late Registration
1100 Skippers Meeting
1130 Launch
1500 No starts after 1500
Recognition Ceremony following racing
Family cook out available following ceremony.
6. Sailing Instructions
Sailing Instructions will be available during the skippers meeting.
7. Courses
Courses will consist of triangles and 3-minute sound sequence starts.
After 5 races, alternative reaching courses will be used for less experienced sailors
and/ or slower boats. Division will be decided by scores after 5 races.
Alternative races will be designed to enhance the learning experience for new sailors.
Race committee will accept new ideas during the skippers meeting
8. Scoring
One race constitutes a regatta.
9. Prizes
Recognition certificates will be awarded
10. Snacks during racing
Coaches and families are encouraged to bring their own snacks and water during sailing.
11. Safety
All competitors shall wear U.S. Coast Guard approved life jackets at all times while on the water.
12. Directions to Jaycee Park
From US1 in Fort Pierce, take Seaway Drive across the intercoastal bridge to Hutchinson Island. Turn right onto Ocean Drive. You will see “Kimberly Bergalis Memorial Park” on the left and Jaycee Park will be on the right. Turn right on Malaleuca and go to the end. Parking is in this area on the right. The boat house is located on the water, north of the parking area.
Contact Info:
Louis Tomasovic
Phone: 772-879-1059
Email: ltomasovic@comcast.net
Thursday, September 22, 2011
Summer Camp Youth Sailing Foundation June 2011 at the Moorings
A deal was made between the Youth Sailing Foundation and the Moorings Yacht Club and the Summer Sailing Camp was born. I was not involved at the onset, thus I am not sure how it all came about. I am involved now so I can tell you something about it as it is in process. You may have seen a few items in the Press Journal about the Youth Sailing Foundation of Indian River County during the past few weeks. I did.
Tuesday, August 23, 2011
Optimist Sailing Dingy -Vero Beach Yacht Club -Built by Judy Allan
NOTE: The text was copied from the " The Siren a publication of the VBYC." August/September 2011
Member Florida Council of Yacht Clubs Volume 31 Issue 7
http://www.verobeachyachtclub.com/Newsletters/2011/Siren08-09-11.pdf
Optimist Sailing Dingy -Vero Beach Yacht Club - Built by Judy Allan
Judy Allan stands beside the first boat she has ever built, an Optimist Sailing Dingy, aptly named for the Vero Beach Yacht Club, which was her sponsor. Judy shared that she became involved with building the Optimist Sailing Dingy earlier this year at the request of Dan Thomas, the Vice Chairman/Director of the Youth Sailing Foundation of Indian River County, Inc. This was the first time Judy had built a boat and she thoroughly enjoyed the process, except perhaps for all the sanding. She worked a half hour or several hours at a time and so it took her over six months to finish. An observer can tell that a good portion of that time was spent using a brush to apply many coats of varnish, an effort which greatly enhanced the boat’s appearance. Judy found everyone she worked with to be both helpful and fun and she is now ready to build another one. Her first boat will soon be going into the fleet of Optis that are available for children to sail through the Youth Sailing Foundation. Way to go Judy! She is a beauty!
Member Florida Council of Yacht Clubs Volume 31 Issue 7
http://www.verobeachyachtclub.com/Newsletters/2011/Siren08-09-11.pdf
Optimist Sailing Dingy -Vero Beach Yacht Club - Built by Judy Allan
Judy Allan stands beside the first boat she has ever built, an Optimist Sailing Dingy, aptly named for the Vero Beach Yacht Club, which was her sponsor. Judy shared that she became involved with building the Optimist Sailing Dingy earlier this year at the request of Dan Thomas, the Vice Chairman/Director of the Youth Sailing Foundation of Indian River County, Inc. This was the first time Judy had built a boat and she thoroughly enjoyed the process, except perhaps for all the sanding. She worked a half hour or several hours at a time and so it took her over six months to finish. An observer can tell that a good portion of that time was spent using a brush to apply many coats of varnish, an effort which greatly enhanced the boat’s appearance. Judy found everyone she worked with to be both helpful and fun and she is now ready to build another one. Her first boat will soon be going into the fleet of Optis that are available for children to sail through the Youth Sailing Foundation. Way to go Judy! She is a beauty!
Wednesday, August 10, 2011
The OPTI 420
Youth Sailing Foundation of Indian River County Seeking Support
Some of you may have already heard about the successful Summer Camp Program held at the Moorings by the Youth Sailing Foundation of Indian River County. The sponsors as well as the kids who attended learned much. Even the parents learned something.
Heard on the water during this learning experience was the need for larger boats. Who said that? It seems that the parents saw how much fun the kids were having and after many nights of listening to the kids about the days on the water started thinking about getting out on the water.
So here comes the good news. There is another size OPTI class known as the 420, just for that purpose. It seems that the folks at YSF took it seriously and so they have a request of the local entusiats.
The Youth Sailing Foundation of Indian River County, Inc. has received a matching grant from Heisman Trust to be used for the purchase of two larger sailboats (420's). The “420's” are needed for the children who either become too old or too large to race the 8 foot Opti sailing dinghies YSF now uses. Any donations made between now and December 15, 2011 will be matched dollar for dollar by the Heisman Trust up to a maximum amount of $7,500.00.
Anyone wishing to make a contribution can do so or by mailing a check to Youth Sailing Foundation, P.O. Box 612, Vero Beach, FL 32961 or by credit card at http://ysfirc.org/support.asp .
Since YSF is a 501(c)(3) non-profit, donations are eligible as charitable deductions for income tax purposes. YSF greatly appreciates the continuing support from our generous donors.
Wednesday, June 29, 2011
Monday, June 20, 2011
Tuesday, March 29, 2011
YSF Fund Raiser
Thursday, February 17, 2011
Happenings 2011
American School Alumni Support Youth Sailing
Three guys who went to the American School in Manila a long time ago found each other at the Vero Beach Power Squadron in Vero Beach, Florida. They got together and donated a few dollars to the Youth Sailing Foundation of Indian River County to the Got Your Back advertising plan. They are working together and are in the process of working a plan to get back in touch with AS people. They would like to get contributions to support the AS Dinghy (ASD). Contributions can be made to http://www.ysfirc.org/support.asp
Don't forget to mention that you are supporting the ASD!
Bob Scully, Class of 69
Three guys who went to the American School in Manila a long time ago found each other at the Vero Beach Power Squadron in Vero Beach, Florida. They got together and donated a few dollars to the Youth Sailing Foundation of Indian River County to the Got Your Back advertising plan. They are working together and are in the process of working a plan to get back in touch with AS people. They would like to get contributions to support the AS Dinghy (ASD). Contributions can be made to http://www.ysfirc.org/support.asp
Don't forget to mention that you are supporting the ASD!
Bob Scully, Class of 69
40s and 50s Reunion, Savannah, GA
WELCOME TO SAVANNAH!
MAY 16 - 20, 2011
MAY 16 - 20, 2011
AMERICAN SCHOOL OF MANILA CLASSES OF THE 1940s TO 1950s
WE HAVE COME FROM A SPECIAL TIME---THE POST-WAR YEARS
WE HAVE SHARED A SPECIAL PLACE---MANILA, PHILIPPINE ISLANDS
WHICH MAKES US THE SPECIAL PEOPLE WE ARE TO EACH OTHER
OUR NEXT REUNION WILL BEGIN WITH A WARM AND FRIENDLY WELCOMING "MABUHAY" COCKTAIL RECEPTION AT THE RIVER STREET INN, AND ONCE AGAIN, THE OPPORTUNITY TO MEET OLD FRIENDS, AND ALSO TO WELCOME THE MANY NEW ALUMNI. SAVANNAH IS THE GEM OF THE SOUTH, A CHARMING CITY, SOAKED IN HISTORY, BEAUTIFUL AND GRACEFUL HOUSES AND GARDENS, A CLOSE-BY HISTORIC DISTRICT, DELICIOUS SOUTHERN COOKING, MUSEUMS, RIVER BOAT CRUISES, AND A WEALTH OF OPPORTUNITIES TO FILL YOUR DAYS WITH EXCITING THINGS TO DO! THE CITY IS STEEPED IN CIVIL WAR HISTORY, AND THERE ARE ALSO MANY REENACTMENTS SEASONALLY.
SO DON'T JUST THINK ABOUT ATTENDING---FILL OUT THE REGISTRATION FORM AND BE A PART OF THESE FUN-FILLED FOUR DAYS!!!!! Click to register
WE HAVE COME FROM A SPECIAL TIME---THE POST-WAR YEARS
WE HAVE SHARED A SPECIAL PLACE---MANILA, PHILIPPINE ISLANDS
WHICH MAKES US THE SPECIAL PEOPLE WE ARE TO EACH OTHER
OUR NEXT REUNION WILL BEGIN WITH A WARM AND FRIENDLY WELCOMING "MABUHAY" COCKTAIL RECEPTION AT THE RIVER STREET INN, AND ONCE AGAIN, THE OPPORTUNITY TO MEET OLD FRIENDS, AND ALSO TO WELCOME THE MANY NEW ALUMNI. SAVANNAH IS THE GEM OF THE SOUTH, A CHARMING CITY, SOAKED IN HISTORY, BEAUTIFUL AND GRACEFUL HOUSES AND GARDENS, A CLOSE-BY HISTORIC DISTRICT, DELICIOUS SOUTHERN COOKING, MUSEUMS, RIVER BOAT CRUISES, AND A WEALTH OF OPPORTUNITIES TO FILL YOUR DAYS WITH EXCITING THINGS TO DO! THE CITY IS STEEPED IN CIVIL WAR HISTORY, AND THERE ARE ALSO MANY REENACTMENTS SEASONALLY.
SO DON'T JUST THINK ABOUT ATTENDING---FILL OUT THE REGISTRATION FORM AND BE A PART OF THESE FUN-FILLED FOUR DAYS!!!!! Click to register
60s Reunion, Laconia, New Hampshire
American School Fall Colors Reunion
October 13th - October 17th
DEAR ALUMS AMERICAN SCHOOL of MANILA:
Leslie and David are really getting excited about our "FALL COLORS AMERICAN SCHOOL of MANILA" reunion scheduled for the MARGATE Resort, Laconia, New Hampshire at Lake Winnipesaukee. Last year, Alums arrived as early as Wednesday ... also on Thursday or Friday ... and many stayed until Monday noon. So plan which dates best meet you schedule and go ahead with your room reservations. October 13th - October 17th, 2011 Thursday through Monday ROOM Reservations at the Margate Resort can be made at this time.
Click to register
October 13th - October 17th
DEAR ALUMS AMERICAN SCHOOL of MANILA:
Leslie and David are really getting excited about our "FALL COLORS AMERICAN SCHOOL of MANILA" reunion scheduled for the MARGATE Resort, Laconia, New Hampshire at Lake Winnipesaukee. Last year, Alums arrived as early as Wednesday ... also on Thursday or Friday ... and many stayed until Monday noon. So plan which dates best meet you schedule and go ahead with your room reservations. October 13th - October 17th, 2011 Thursday through Monday ROOM Reservations at the Margate Resort can be made at this time.
Click to register
Wednesday, February 16, 2011
YSF SUPPORTERS
YSF SUPPORTERS | ||||
Listed below are businesses and individuals who have made contributions of time, money, equipment, or supplies to the Youth Sailing Foundation of Indian River County, thereby enabling the young people of the county to learn how to build and sail Opti's while having fun and becoming exposed to the concepts of good sportsmanship, citizenship and following the rules. YSFIRC extends its heartfelt gratitude to the neighbors shown below who have helped make this goal possible. THANK YOU! | ||||
| NAME | ADDRESS | PHONE | WEBSITE | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| American School Manila Alumni | alumni@ismanila.org | http://asiff2010.blogspot.com | ||
| Boylan Yacht Sales & Management | 1221 Marina Village Circle Vero Beach FL 32967 | 772-794-0082 | ||
| Classic Car Wash | 852 21st Street Vero Beach FL 32960 | 772- 569-6870 | ||
| David Chiropractic | 780 US Hwy 1, #201 Vero Beach FL 32960 | 561-567-7777 | ||
| E & M Services-Kitchen Remodeling | 55 43rd Ave. Vero Beach FL 32968 | 772-562-6226 | ||
| E-Boats | 1360 SW Old Dixie Hwy. Vero Beach FL 32962 | 772-770-1225 | http://www.bateau.com | |
| Jack`s Complete Tree Service | 6385 5th St. Vero Beach FL 32968 | 772-569-9218 | brad@jackscompletetreeservice.com | http://jackscompletetreeservice.com |
| M. D. Financial Services | 2015 31st Ave. Vero Beach FL 32960 | 772-978-1143 | ||
| McLaughlin Opti`s | ||||
| Moorings Yacht Club | 100 Harbour Dr. Vero Beach FL 32963 | 772-231-1004 | belonging2@themooringsclub.com | http://www.themooringsclub.com/ |
| Signs By Tomorrow | 3300 43rd Ave. Vero Beach FL 32960 | 772-567-3000 | sbtvero@bellsouth.net | |
| Vero Beach City Marina | 3611 Rio Vista Boulevard Vero Beach FL 32963 | 772-231-2819 | marina@covb.org | http://www.covb.org/ |
| Vero Beach Power Squadron | 301 Acacia Rd. Vero Beach FL 32963 | 772-231-9543 | education@verobeachps.com | http://verobeachps.com/ |
| Vero Beach Yacht Club | 3601 Rio Vista Blvd. Vero Beach FL 32963 | 772-231-2211 | http://www.verobeachyachtclub.com/ | |
| Vero Marine Center | 12 Royal Palm Pt. Vero Beach FL 32960 | 772-562-7922 | ||
| West Marine | 474 21st St. Vero Beach FL 32960 | 772-562-2166 | ||
| YSFIRC Webmaster | 4560 23rd Way Vero Beach FL 32966 | 772-770-6356 | webmaster@ysfirc.org | |
BackTuesday, January 18, 2011
YOUTH SAILING FOUNDATION’S FUNDRAISIER
YOUTH SAILING FOUNDATION’S FUNDRAISIER
IS HELD AT THE VEROBEACH YACHT CLUB
Sunday February 27, 2011
11:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Support of this organization helps grow future boaters
(& future yacht club members)
Come see the boats, how they are built,
talk with the kids about their experiences and see them in the water
Cookout Menu
11:30 – 3:00
Hamburgers, Hot Dogs, Chicken
Assorted Salads
Baked Beans Macaroni & Cheese
Dessert Table
Soft Drinks
Tickets $25 per person
May be purchased through Harold Leh 234-6184
Dan Thomas 978-1701 John Powers 234-3372
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