I started the “Commodore’s Corner” at the first of the year so this will be my last Commodore’s Corner update to send out. Jessie Homer, our new incoming Commodore is going to serve all of us well.

Happy Holidays to you and your families, and here’s to a great 2024 season!

The Lease:

The lease has been approved and signed, with the terms stated at the last meeting. HBYC will be staying put right at our home at Safe Harbor Sandusky! Special thanks to Jim Harding for his services reviewing the lease.

Save The Dates:

Feb 2-4 Winter Rendezvous, Huron OH - Change of Watch at Sawmill Creek Resort. Dinner, Dancing, and more details to be released soon.

The 2024 schedule will be unveiled at the rendezvous. Our new Rear Commodore Benjamin Lowien and the 2024 Team are working on the schedule at this time. And it’s looking great! Be ready for a packed cruising schedule, and lots of fun socials and events.

Feb 16-18 AYC Ball, Detroit Mi. - Gigantic 1980’s Themed Party for all AYC Clubs. Hotels taken over, majorly decorated party rooms, it’s a LOT of fun! There’s more info posted in the last Commodore’s Corner update, so feel free to scroll back and read all the details.

I just learned that we can turn in tickets until Jan 20. If interested please contact me.

Final Message

Thank you for “Believing in ‘23”

It's been quite an experience this year with ups and downs. As hectic as it was, we still had a great year of cruising, socials, and racing. I was honored to serve as your Commodore, but I’m very happy to settle into the P/C position at this time. Thanks for your support and let’s continue to make Harbor Bay Yacht Club the best club around!

Rick Billheimer, HBYC Commodore 2023