Direct from the Commodore…

July tiki parties have been great. The people that have stepped up and sponsored these parties, I thank you for doing an exceptional job. For the members that have attended these parties I also what to thank you for it shows me that we (the Mariner’s) are coming together with one common goal. Keeping the Club afloat. At the next Board meeting we will have 4 new members to vote on. Each month we vote in 3 to 4 new members. I know it’s a slow process but we are gaining. Keno at long last is in sight. The club has been inspected and monitor placement Commodore

is established. We are waiting for the State to have a separate phone line in-John Leslie stalled and we are ready to go.

L&R Catering and I had a meeting last week and with common consensus have decided to terminate our food management contract. A committee has been established to interview new prospects for our food management services; the committee’s intent is to have our perspective Carters prepare our meals for a week and have the club members grade their performance by survey. L&R Catering is giving the Mariner’s 30 days before leaving, if we all do our jobs the transition

should be a smooth one. The members wish Laura and her crew the best.

VICE COMMODORE, Jack Lobaido

Summer sure is going quickly. Hope everyone is enjoying it. We want to welcome all the new members who have recently joined. We are certainly glad to have you aboard and look forward to seeing you at the club. There have been some great Tiki Parties this month. Much thanks to all: the Buoys Belles for hosting the New Members party; Barb Hanley, Barb Burns, Barb Couto and their crew for the awesome steak dinner Tiki Party, and Tony Rea, Lisa Zerilli, Sharon and Mark

Malispina , and Lisha and Travis for hosting the Margaretville Tiki Party at the end of month. We really appreciated the hard work and all the effort you extended to make these parties successful. Check the calendar because August as well has almost a party every weekend. So, don’t miss out on the fun. The economy is quite tight right now and many of us don’t have a lot of extra money, which may be a factor with some of the members not coming out to the club. We really do miss you and therefore are trying to come up with ways to help out. Tickets for parties are being kept to a minimum and drink special are available. If you have any other suggestions please let us know. The Members of Mariner’s would like to sent our deepest sympathy to Stephanie, one of our bar

maids, for the loss of her father. Our prayers go out to her and her family. We also want to extend

our appreciation to Stephanie, Misty, Christi and Mary for the great job they do at running the bar

and serving our members. During the summer months it gets quite busy and hectic at times behind

the bar and we just ask for your patience during these times. Any concerns that you have regarding

available products, service or any other issues related to the bar please instead of addressing the

bar maids with these issues contact me or leave a note behind the bar and I will get back with you.

Thanks. Continued

VICE COMMODORE, Jack Lobaido—continued

Speaking of products, the bar has just added Labatt NA. This is a very good Non Alcoholic Beer, try one. I would like to thank Jim Addey donating the Humidor behind the bar. I would like to thank Tony Rea for his help in choosing cigars, ordering them and taking care of the Humidor.

Mariner’s is made up of a great group of people and with out these people Mariner’s wouldn’t exist. We would love to have more people involved in the operation of the club. As we all know it takes much time, money and effort to run this club. There are many talented people here that have skills that could be useful in helping this club be more successful. We are undergoing some trying times, especially financially, which according to the senior members is nothing new. So, I’m confident if we all pull together we will make it work. It takes much more than the Flag and Board to run this club. These volunteers have families and jobs outside this club and sometimes are not always able to fulfill all the responsibilities by themselves for these positions. Yet, all these responsibilities need to be fulfilled for the club to function adequately. Therefore if you can help out in some way-decorating for or organizing parties, cleaning up around the club, helping with the newsletter, helping with membership campaigns, painting, upcoming Board and Fleet position for November, organizing committees to handle some of the responsibilities etc., then please let us know. Years ago each member had scheduled worked hours and at this point we are trying to rely on volunteers. Unfortunately, we require more, because we’re trying not to burn out the ones we have. Thanks for you support.

REAR COMMODORE , Harvey Karpinski _{Page 3}

UPCOMING EVENTS :

August 9th Tiki Bar following the Muscamoot raft-off August 10th Physically Challenged & Senior River Cruise August 15,16 &17 Sarnia Rendezvous August 23rd Dinghy Run August 30, Tiki Bar “St. Clair Preview” August 31st Buoys Belles Sunday Breakfast on the river

Rear Commodore

September 19, 20, 21 Frost Bite Rendezvous St. Clair

Harvey Karpinski

Harrison Township, the Parade of Lights was cancelled due to the lack of participation and money also the antique boat show was cancelled for the same

day. The only event that took place is the contest for the best lit house. If any

one has any ideas Boat Town is having a meeting at the Crews Inn. The public is invited to attend the meeting at 7:00 pm on August 12th at the Crews Inn, Located at 31988 N. River Rd., Boat town vows to be back next year.

The Mariners Parade of lights Tiki Bar went off without a hitch even without the Parade . Mariners make the party and have fun “The friendliest club on the lake” . Thanks to our Tiki Bartenders Ed & Coleen Maluchnik and Coleen & Brian Buon. Also our cooks Pat & Linda Guilliams and Dale & Debby Harrison. Our 50/50 Lady Barb Burns and Don & Denise Ruma. A great team is hard to beat. Thanks to everyone!

The Election Committee will soon be canvassing the membership for board and flag Officers for 2009. This year has really is moving fast. Please consider running for a position or volunteer for one of the committees. The club needs involved and informed members for a winning team!

L & R Catering will be leaving soon Friday, August 22nd will be Laura’ & Crew last dinner at Mariners. Thanks for all their support of Mariners and good food. The committee which consists of Commodore John Leslie, Secretary Linda Gerstenberger, Board Members Don seed & Wayne Polachowski will be scheduling the new food service companies.

I am planning to have an “OCTOBERFEST PARTY “ I an working on the details. The details will be in the September Siren.

SEE YOU AT THE CLUB!

Flabbergasted by the Fleet Don Ruma... We’re half way through boating season … for those of us that keep our boats in until late October. It’s been a good summer so far, and there’s plenty of boating and good times ahead! August will be a busy month, with lots of fun activities planned. Even though the Boat Town USA Parade of Lights was cancelled, we had a great turnout for the Open House on the 2ND of August. The crews that helped out did a great job … the couples at the Tiki Bar, the folks on the corn cooker and the barbeque. Hats off to all of you, and special thanks to the Rear Commodore for pulling it all together. The Lake St. Clair Raft-Off will take place in Muskamoot Bay on August 9TH . Even though the event isn’t officially sponsored, it still promises to unofficially break the world’s record. We’re planning to fill the club later in the afternoon with a Tiki Bar party when the Raft-Off breaks up. The August rendezvous to Sarnia will take place regardless of the participation. Denise and I will head up on August 15TH, and we look forward to seeing anyone who can make it. Thus far there is just a small group, so we will likely cancel the outing to the Hiawatha Horse Park. However, there are plenty of other fun activities available in the area, and Sarnia Bay is a beautiful marina. Mariner’s Dinghy Run is scheduled for August 23RD . Notice that participation is limited to 150 people this year, so get your registration into Clair St. Louis early to reserve your spot. As always, this promises to be a memorable event. Finally, we’ll be wrapping up Mariner’s 2008 traveling season with the Frostbite Rendezvous at St. Clair Municipal Marina on September 19TH–20TH–21ST . The marina will only guarantee a limited number of wells, so remember to sign up early and to call the marina well in advance to hold your well. Don Ruma Fleet Captain
Condo Boat well for Sale! Deep water, gated, on the Detroit River. Heated for winter storage. Clean during the summer. Private. 19’ x 60’, with 30 and 50 amp service. Available immediately. $95,000. Call Jim @ 313-410-4666 for showings.	Condo Boat well with Apartment for Sale! Deep water, gated, on the Detroit River. Heated for winter storage. Clean during the summer. Private. 19’ x 60’, with 30 and 50 amp service. Available immediately. Upper level includes Studio Apartment with full bath. Ideal for parties and spending time on the water! $145,000. Call Jim @ 313-410-4666 for showings.
Wednesday Dinners 6:00 - 8:30 p.m. August 6—Meatloaf August 13—Fried chicken August 20—BBQ Country Ribs

Annual Mariner’s Boat Club Dinghy Run August 23rd, 2008 (limited to the first 150 registrants) 9:00 Registration (and fill your water balloons), 10:00 Departure from the club when the horn is sounded Cost: $25.00 each for MBC members and spouses, $35.00 for guests Includes adult beverages and snacks at all stops plus dinner at the club. ————————————————————————————————————————————-Registration for Aug. 23, 2008 Mariners Dinghy Run Member:$25.00_____________________________________________________ (name) Spouse:$25.00 _____________________________________________________ (name) Guest:$35.00 ______________________________________________________ (name) Guest:$35.00 ______________________________________________________ (name) Total: $__________________check #_______________ or cash __________ Phone #_______________________ email_______________________________ Registrations with payment may be mailed to; Claire St.Louis (Luedtke) Or you may drop it off at the club with payment enclosed. 41348 Windmill St. Harrison Township, MI 48045 Email:cstlouis@wowway.com Please include a contact ph# or emailLand:586 468-7974

President Bush Signs Clean Boating Act into Law... WASHINGTON, D.C., July 30, 2008—In a significant victory for the recreational marine industry and the American boating and angling public, President Bush late yesterday signed into law S. 2766, the Clean Boating Act of 2008, protecting the more than 17 million recreational boats throughout the U.S. from unprecedented and unnecessary federal regulations. Congress passed the Clean Boating Act on July 22, 2008. Click on the following ABYA Website link for additional information regarding this GREAT VICTORY... http://www.abya.org/Clean_Boating_Act_2008.htm

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Mariner’s Boat Club

2008 Rendezvous

September 19-20-21

Frostbite Rendezvous

St. Clair Municipal Marina

ITINERARY

Friday:

1:00

PM – 9:00 PM Arrival, Registration and Set-up

1:00

PM – 4:00pm Lunch “Chefs Choice”

5:00 PM – 6:00PM Raw Bar: Shrimp & Oysters on the Half Shell

6:00 PM – 8:00 PM Dinner: BBQ Pork Tenderloins

7:00 PM – Pass Out Entertainment: “Brothers” Righteous

Saturday:

8:30 AM – 10:30 AM Breakfast and Eye Openers

12:30 PM – 3:30 PM Soup: Mateyak Bros. Bean Soup

5:30 PM – 7:00 PM Dinner: Prime Rib

7:00 PM – 11:00 PM Entertainment: “Brothers” Righteous

Sunday:

8:30 AM – 10:30 AM Continental Breakfast and Eye Openers

10:30 AM – Noon Clean-up and Departure

DETATCH AND RETURN THE PORTION BELOW WITH PAYMENT

Contact Charles F. Moore Harbor to Reserve Your Well at (810) 329-4125 or (586) 530-5132 LOCAL HOTEL (Within 0.3 Miles): Murphy Inn (810) 329-7118 or St. Clair Inn (810) 329-2222

Boat Captain:	Boat Size:	LOA
Beam
Boat Name:	Member Tickets*	@ $65 Each

Boat Make: Kids Tickets - Under 12*@ $35 Each MC Numbers: Non-Member Tickets* @ $75 Each

*PAY BY SEPTEMBER 1^ST FOR A $5.00 DISCOUNT PER RENDEZVOUS TICKET

Make Checks Payable to Don Ruma 49505 Keycove Drive Chesterfield Township, MI 48047 (586)273-7745

Mariners Sunday Breakfast _{Page 9}

Buoys Belles

On the River Sunday, August 31, 2008 10am till 1pm

$5.00 P.P. Menu: Pancakes Sausage Scrambled eggs Sweet Rolls Fruit & Juice Coffee & Tea Drink Specials after 12:00

Mariners Web Site www.marinersbc.com

LUCIDO’S INSURANCE AGENCY, INC.

Mary Karpinski

Independent Agent AUTO - HOME - LIFE -HEALTH - BUSINESS Phone: 586-286-8200 39999 Garfield Rd. Fax: 586-286-8283 Clinton Twp. ,MI 48038

Mariner's Boat Club PO BOX 1185 Mt. Clements, MI 48046