EVENTS
2026 Club Summer Cruise
Ahoy all ye pirates who want to cruise for the big sailing party of the year!
Scheduling of the cruise in this way takes into account the possibility of bad weather and also makes the cruise more enjoyable by not being rushed at each docking location. I believe all the necessary information is listed here so make your reservations early at each of the ports listed and be sure to let either myself or Phil Fry (419-283-1340 or philfry@juno.com) know you plan to go.
Synopsis:
Here is the updated agenda for the Club Cruise scheduled for Aug 15 thru Aug 23. Note: the change is in our first stop .... changing from Port Clinton to Middle Bass Island State Park & Marina.
8-15-26
Middle Bass Island State Park & Marina, 419-285-0311
8-17-26
Huron Boat Basin, 419-433-4848
8-19-26
Vermilion Municipal Docks, 440-204-2474
8-21-26
Safe Harbor Sandusky, 419-627-1201
8-22-26
Cedar Point Marina, 419-627-2334
8-23-26
Home Mooring
Jerry Gates
Past Commodore JRSC
Knot_a_clew@yahoo.com
313-804-0505
Thursday Night JRSC Racing
Fall Series racing, open to all sailors who wish to race. JRSC membership is not a requirement.
31st Annual “Last Bash”
THIRTY- ONE YEARS AGO WE WERE ALL GETTING READY TO PUT OUR BOATS TO BED FOR A LONG WINTERS NAP. IT SEEMED LIKE A MORTAL SIN BECAUSE THE SUMMER AND THE ENTIRE SAILING SEASON HAD GONE SO FAST. THERE HAD TO BE ONE MORE LAST WEEKEND TO COMMERATE OR AT LEAST CLOSE THE SAILING SEASON WITH AN EXCLAMATION MARK. GRANTED, TODAY THE SEASON WILL NOT BE ENDING ON AUGUST 22, BUT IT IS TIME TO START PLANNING FOR IT AND MAKING RESERVATIONS.
THIS YEAR WE ARE TRYING TO ACCOMMODATE THOSE OF YOU WHO LONG TO RETURN TO PUT-IN-BAY AGAIN AS MANY OF THE LAST BASH PAGES WERE WRITTEN THERE. THE FIRST STOP ON THIS YEAR’S ANNUAL CLUB CRUISE WILL BE A 2 NIGHT STAY AT MIDDLE BASS ISLAND IN FULL VIEW OF PERRY’S MONUMENT. FOR THOSE OF YOU STILL LONG FOR “THE ROCK” (Put in Bay), A MERE TWELVE-MINUTE FERRY BOAT RIDE ON THE “SONNY S” WILL GET YOU TO SOUTH BASS. FROM THAT POINT, THE CRUiSE WILL CONTINUE ON. ALONG WITH PC JERRY GATES, LADY BECKIE AND PC PHIL FRY, WE ARE GOING TO INCORPORATE THE LAST BASH INTO OUR ANNUAL JRSC CRUISE WEEK. SEE THE CRUISING SCHEDULE AND DESTINATIONS BELOW.
FOR THOSE OF YOU WHO FIND IT HARD TO SPEND AN ENTIRE WEEK AWAY, ON FRIDAY NIGHT, AUGUST 21, WE HAVE PLANNED OUR ANNUAL LAST BASH DINNER OUTING AT BLACKBERRY CORNERS, (5975 N ELLISTON TROWBRIDGE RD, MARTIN, OH) APPROX. THREE MILES DUE SOUTH OF MEINKE’S, FOR A GREAT DINNER AT SURPRISINGLY LOW COST. THIS DINNER ENABLES EVERYONE WHO WOULD LIKE TO ATTEND THE LAST BASH BUT FIND IT HARD TO BE AWAY ALL WEEK WITH THE CRUISERS, TO ENJOY THE CAMARADERIE.
NOW FOR THE BEST PART, THE SATURDAY AFTERNOON, AUGUST 22, WE WILL RENDEZVOUS ONCE AGAIN WITH THE CRUISERS FOR A COOKOUT AT SAFE HARBOR MARINA NEAR SANDUSKY. WE HAVE RESERVED THE COVERED PAVILION WITH GAS GRILLS AVAILABLE. FESTIVITIES WILL BEGIN AT ABOUT 4 P.M. PLEASE BRING YOUR OWN MEAT TO GRILL, BEVERAGES AND A DISH TO PASS.
IF YOU ARE PLANNING ON ATTENDING ANY OR PART OF THIS YEAR’S CRUISE, YOU MUST DO ONE OR MORE OF THE FOLLOWING:
1. CONTACT PC JERRY GATES (313 804 0505) TO LET HIM KNOW YOU ARE PLANNING TO JOIN THE CRUISE FOR ALL OR PART OF THE WEEK. THEN, CONTACT THE STOPS ON THE AGENDA AND MAKE YOUR DOCKAGE RESERVATION(S).
2. IF YOU PLAN TO ATTEND DINNER AT BLACKBERRY CORNERS ON AUGUST 21 AND/OR THE LAST BASH COOKOUT ON SATURDAY, AUGUST 22, CONTACT
EITHER BILL OWENS 419-356-9738 OR JUDY OWENS 419-367-7759 FOR RESERVATIONS AND/OR DIRECTIONS. ANY QUESTIONS, PLEASE LET US KNOW. RSVPs FOR BLACKBERRY CORNERS MUST BE MADE NOT LATER THAN AUGUST 14. PLEASE CALL BILL OR JUDY.
HOPE TO SEE YOU ALL THERE!!!
CRUISE WEEK SCHEDULE :
8-15-26 Middle Bass Island State Park 419-285-0311
8-17-26 Huron Boat Basin 419-433-4848
8-19-26 Vermilion Municipal Docks 440-204-2474
8-21-26 Safe Harbor Marina Sandusky 419-627-1201
8-22-26 Safe Harbor Marina Sandusky and the Last Bash
8-23-26 Home Mooring
PC Bill Owens and Lady Judy
Bill – 419 356 9738
Judy – 419-367-7759
Last Bash 2026
August 21 - dinner at Blackberry Corners at 6 p.m
August 22 - gathering and cook out at Safe Harbor Marina about 4 pm.
More details will be in the August Skulldugger.
P/C Bill & Judy Owens
Thursday Night JRSC Racing
Fall Series racing, open to all sailors who wish to race. JRSC membership is not a requirement.
2026 Turtle Island Race
The JRSC Turtle Island Race will primarily be sailed in the Ottawa River and Maumee Bay, with the start and finish lines off the JRSC T-Dock with racers ultimately rounding Turtle Island.
The length and exact course will depend on wind conditions and the performance capabilities of the fleet. (Should weather conditions warrant, all racing will be restricted to the Ottawa River.)
Exact details regarding the Course, Class Start Times, etc. will be communicated at the mandatory Skipper’s Meeting. Should racing around Turtle Island finish early, optional River Races will be run for “bragging rights” and secondary awards.
Registration will occur on the day of the event. We strongly suggest that you email us in advance if you plan to attend, so that we may have ample food on hand for all participants. Non-racers are welcome to join us for dinner for $15 per person.
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Regatta T-shirts are available for $20 each. However, you must email us with your size and number of shirts prior to the event. They can be paid for at registration.
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For further information about the regatta, please contact TAD SANDBERG at 419-466-0221 or e-mail tad.mbir@gmail.com
Friday, August 28th
1600 – 2300: JRSC parking lot open for arrival and boat storage for traveling crews. Please contact P.R.O. TAD SANDBERG 419-466-0221 in advance if you plan to arrive on Friday afternoon/evening.
Thursday Night JRSC Racing
Fall Series racing, open to all sailors who wish to race. JRSC membership is not a requirement.
Annual West Sister Buccaneer Race
Annual West Sister Buccaneer Race
Sunday September 6th 2026
Meinke Marina
Jam Cruising pursuit start
6 hour time limit - entry fee $35.00
The start is 1-1/2 milers south east of the channel entrance
First warning 9:55
Race around West Sister and back appx. 20 miles. Marks to port
Prize flags for top 3 finishes
Skipper meeting 8:30 am Meinke general store
Fun Lunch Bunch
Contact Judy Owens to RSVP and for more info....
419-367-7759 or at 15170magi@gmail.com
Thursday Night JRSC Racing
Fall Series racing, open to all sailors who wish to race. JRSC membership is not a requirement.
JRSC’s 80th Anniversary Party
JRSC 80th Anniversary Event: Saturday September 12, 2026. Come on out for a fun filled day at JRSC!!! Since its pirate day, come dressed as a pirate or you may have to walk the plank. . The event will feature afternoon rides on the river, food trucks, DJ and band, outdoor bar and much more. A flyer with specific info will be coming soon. Volunteers are needed, fun way to get your work hours in.
Thursday Night JRSC Racing
(Conditions Permitting)
Fall Series racing, open to all sailors who wish to race. JRSC membership is not a requirement.
Thursday Night JRSC Racing
(Conditions Permitting)
Fall Series racing, open to all sailors who wish to race. JRSC membership is not a requirement.
Thursday Night JRSC Racing
Fall Series racing, open to all sailors who wish to race. JRSC membership is not a requirement.
Fun Lunch Bunch
Contact Judy Owens to RSVP and for more info....
419-367-7759 or at 15170magi@gmail.com
Thursday Night JRSC Racing
Fall Series racing, open to all sailors who wish to race. JRSC membership is not a requirement.
JRSC Anger Management Session
Come one come all to the first ever JRSC Anger Management session (aka boat destruction day ) on Saturday August 1st at 9:30 am. Bring your skill saws, hammers, eye protection, gloves, and tools to cut up and disassemble derelict boats in our back lot. A dumpster will be provided for fiberglass disposal. A great way to take out your anger with that pesky boss or nosey neighbor and earn work hours. Lunch will be provided so come ready to work and hungry. Please reach out to PC Mary Alderman with any questions.
Thursday Night JRSC Racing
Fall Series racing, open to all sailors who wish to race. JRSC membership is not a requirement.
Thursday Night JRSC Racing - Cancelled
Spring Series racing, open to all sailors who wish to race. JRSC membership is not a requirement.
Help Us Cheer On Our Jolly Juniors
Join us Mondays around 6:20 PM as our Junior Sailors head out on the water.
Bring a chair, gather on the dock, and help create a welcoming crowd for our young sailors as they build confidence, friendships, and sailing skills.
Members, families, and friends are all welcome!
Thursday Night JRSC Racing
Spring Series racing, open to all sailors who wish to race. JRSC membership is not a requirement.
Fun Lunch Bunch
Contact Judy Owens to RSVP and for more info....
419-367-7759 or at 15170magi@gmail.com
Help Us Cheer On Our Jolly Juniors
Join us Mondays around 6:20 PM as our Junior Sailors head out on the water.
Bring a chair, gather on the dock, and help create a welcoming crowd for our young sailors as they build confidence, friendships, and sailing skills.
Members, families, and friends are all welcome!
Dessert bake-Off, BBQ, & Fireworks
Fun starts at 5:00pm with yard games, beverages and socializing. Dinner will be at 6:00pm. Hamburger, hotdogs, potato salad, beans and chips ($10 donation).
Let's see who this year's best bakers will be, bring a dessert for the contest; prizes will be awarded.
End the evening sitting on the docks enjoying the Point Place fireworks. Hope to see you there!
Thursday Night JRSC Racing
Spring Series racing, open to all sailors who wish to race. JRSC membership is not a requirement.
Help Us Cheer On Our Jolly Juniors
Join us Mondays around 6:20 PM as our Junior Sailors head out on the water.
Bring a chair, gather on the dock, and help create a welcoming crowd for our young sailors as they build confidence, friendships, and sailing skills.
Members, families, and friends are all welcome!
Thursday Night JRSC Racing
Spring Series racing, open to all sailors who wish to race. JRSC membership is not a requirement.
Help Us Cheer On Our Jolly Juniors
Join us Mondays around 6:20 PM as our Junior Sailors head out on the water.
Bring a chair, gather on the dock, and help create a welcoming crowd for our young sailors as they build confidence, friendships, and sailing skills.
Members, families, and friends are all welcome!
Thursday Night JRSC Racing
Spring Series racing, open to all sailors who wish to race. JRSC membership is not a requirement.