Author Archives: Admiral Nelson

Week 5 in— 3 weeks to go

It was just another fine day for racing Sunday afternoon.  Although the wind was light (A sail) we managed to get in 7 races in total.  Jonathan Gorbold won 3, Jay Niggli won 2, Anne Lambert won 1 and Terry … Continue reading

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Midway through the Spring Series

We have now completed 4 weeks of our 8 week series and there has yet to be a boat to run off with the series.  Currently Bill Schmidt is 1 point in front of Jonathan Gorbold who is just 4 points in … Continue reading

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“Walkabout Fun” But “Not Without Injury”

  ——-WARNING——- The photo shown on this blog may be too graphic for children. Viewer discretion is advised. It was a great day for our annual Walkabout races.  The wind was squirrely as usual and from several directions which is … Continue reading

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Spring Series Starts with Six Races

The winds were a little light but the sunshine and 70 degree temps made everyone happy to be out racing and enjoying appetizers thanks to Jack, Maggie and Terry.  It was so nice that instead of retiring to a meal … Continue reading

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2015 Spring RC Races Begin

Although there is still ice covering much of Canandaigua Lake and Holiday Harbor, plans are going forward to conduct races on Sunday April 12th at 423 Holiday Harbor or the south dock of CYC.  I am hoping that enough ice … Continue reading

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White Cap Foils March RC Racing

Unfortunately the white cap being referred to is snow and ice. With the temperature drifting into the teens every week it is very difficult to melt away the ice on the lake and in the harbor. Therefor, it is with much … Continue reading

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Frostbite ended with Sunshine, Swirling/Flukey Winds and a Delicious Meal!

Well Mary’s Lazagna exceeded all expectations! And was nicely complemented with Maggie’s delicious warm bread! The day was deceiving with a great shot of sunshine but by the time the meal was ready we were ready as well! Sunday Results: … Continue reading

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Frostbite Series “Week Three”

Sunday Nov 9, 2014- Good Wind on the Water… but brrrr cold. All welcomed Anna’s Mulled wine during race time! Hot Chowder couldn’t come too soon but just as we were about to depart the wind came up Again.. and … Continue reading

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WEEK TWO FROSTBITE SERIES

  Frostbite Series Nov 2, 2014 High winds out of the North offered a great day of sailing.  We had a few guests- Christine Brown, Ollie her dog and Ollie the Otter! After 7 fast  & exciting races we departed … Continue reading

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Frostbite Series 2015 Underway!!

It was a WINDY Day on the Water! The temps have dropped and many weren’t ready. Wind would have taken us farther but the strong vote was to rally after 5 races to the warm cottage for some hot chili! Frostbite Series: It is … Continue reading

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