2010 Lower Chesapeake Cruz Schedule

Ahoy Shipmates: I realize that the winds and cold temperatures are still upon us BUT no doubt the 2010 boating season will be here before you know it. So, with that in mind, the attached cruising schedule is provided. Here are a couple of points to help you understand the document and make your planning a bit easier.
a.
Reservations Due NLT date ‐ This is the latest date the marina requires a firm reservation. While marinas allow for block bookings, and I have done this, they do require the individual boat captains to call and finalize their own reservations. Making your reservations by the NLT date ensures you get a slip and it is one close to the group.
b.
When you call let the marina staff know that you’re part of the Cruz Club. Block reservations have been made for our group and in some cases that entitles you to a discount.
c.
More About Block Reservations: For each trip a random number of slips have been reserved, i.e. Smithfield trip – a block of 8 slips have been reserved. This number may go up or down depending on the number of boats attending. This number is shown in the Block column. Again, once the Blocked number of slips have been reserved, the marina may still have slips but not necessarily adjacent to the rest of the group?
d.
Cruise Captains – These are the individuals who will coordinate details for the particular cruise. We have a lot of empty slots so please consider volunteering. The primary tasks for the Cruise Captain as I see it is (1) to keep the group informed of any last minute changes and (2) coordinate docktails, events, etc., that will take place over the weekend. It will be the Cruise Captain that communicates with you regarding planning for a particular cruise.
e.
Please be mindful of marina cancellation policies as they differ from marina to marina. Ask questions when you book your reservation.
f.
When you make your reservations also inform the Cruise Captain. Until we have a Cruise Captain for each cruise, send your inputs to me.
g.
The Long Cruise over the 4th of July week is a full week event stretching from Friday until the following Sunday. You can join any part of that trip you prefer, i.e. some folks may opt to go half way, say Tides Inn, and return home; others may desire to join the group along the way. Any way you want to do this will be fine – just make your reservations and let the Cruise Captain know of your intentions. PS: I have not yet made Block reservations at Tides Inns or Kingsmill.
h.
Arrangements will be made for USCG Aux and Power Squadron personnel to be available on Sat 1 May, at Vinnings Landing, to perform Vessel Safety Checks and provide the 2010 VSC sticker. Let me know if you want to take advantage of this benefit. Each insp last approx 30 mins and will be scheduled on a first come basis. Make you desires known early.
I am also hoping to have local brokers, marinas, etc., sponsor some our cruisers. If you have any ideas in this regard, please send them in.
If you’re aware of unique or special items of interest regarding any of the ports of call, by all means share with the rest of the group.
Most importantly make your reservations early and let’s have a fun and enjoyable Summer 2010 cruising the Chesapeake Bay. If you have ideas and/or suggestions for making our cruising events that much more enjoyable let me know.

If you're interested please PM me with your contact information so I can send you the pdfs of the informaion listed here and answer any questions you may have

DATE
LOCATION
EVENT/Marina
DESCRIPTION
General Details
Cruise Captain
Block Res #
APRIL
4/30 - 5/2
Little Creek, Norfolk
Vinnings Landing (757) 587-3480
Docktails on Saturday eve on the dock. Annual Boat Safety Insp by USCG Aux w/ Adv Appt
Fuel, Pump Out, 50/30 Amp Elec, Restaurant, Pool, Floating Docks
Rod Rodriguez (757) 343-7516
Yes / 4
Reservation Req'd NLT 15 Apr
www.viningslanding.com
$2 per ft - 25% in Seatow or BoatUS mbr.
Elec 30 Amp $6; 50 Amp $9.
MAY
5/14 - 5/16
Smithfield, VA.
Smithfield Station (757) 357 7700
Channel has been dredged to 10' from James River up to Marina
Fuel, Pump Out, 50/30 Amp Elec, Restaurant, Pool, Floating dock.
Kathy Allen
Yes / 8
Reservation Req'd NLT 14 Apr
e-mail: smithfieldstation@smithfieldstation.com
$2 per ft incl 30/50 Amp.
www.smithfieldstation.com
5/28 - 5/31
Cape Charles, Va
Bay Creek Marina & Resort (757) 331-8640
Celebrate Memorial Day Weekend at a Premier Marina on the eastern shore.
Fuel, Pump Out, 50/30 Amp Elec, Restaurant, Pool, Floating dock.
Reservation Req'd NLT 1 Apr
Email: harbormaster@baycreek.net
$2 per ft (Club Mbrs only) $5 or $8 Elec
www.baycreekmarina.net
JUNE
6/11 - 6/12
Hampton
Bluewater Yachting Marina (757) 726774
Friday - Bluewater Marina - Enjoy Pool & SurfRider Lowest Fuel prices in the Bay
Fuel, Pump Out, 50/30 Amp Elec; Restaurant, Pool; Floating Docks
"DJ" & Lori Boscelli
4/ Yes
Reservation Req'd NLT 1 Jun
Email: Rodney@bluewateryatchingsales.com
$1.85 per, Elec $7.00
www.bluewateryachtringsales.com
6/12 - 6/13
Hampton
Hampton City Marine (757) 727-1276
Saturday - Move to Hampton City Marina and enjoy Party on the Street that Evening
Fuel, Pump Out, 50/30 Amp Elec; Restaurant, Pool; Stationary Docks
6/ Yes
Reservation Req'd NLT 1 Jun
Email: greg@downtownhampton.com
$1 per ft; Elec
www.downtownhampton.com
July
7/2 - 7/11
4th of July Cruise
Reservations Req'd NLT 15 Jun
This is the longest trip of the season.
Rod Rodriguez
Due to Holiday - Earlier is Better
Kathy Allen
7/2 - 7/3 Yorktown, Va.
York River Yacht Haven
Email: chris@yryh.net
$1.75 per ft; 50 Amp $8; 30 Amp $4.
5 / Yes
(804) 642-2156
http://www.yryh.net
Floating Piers
7/3 - 7/4 Irvington, Va.
Tides Inn Marina
E-mail:dockmaster@tidesinn.com
Fuel, Pump Out, 50/30 Amp Elec,
5 / No
(800) 843-3746
www.tidesinn.com
Restaurant, Pool, Floating dock.
7/4 - 7/7 St Michael. Md
St. Michael's Marina
www.stmichaelsmarina.com
Full Service Marina. Many Extras and
5 / Yes
(800) 678-8980
Local Attractions. $3.60 per ft on Sun. 7/4;
$2.60 per ft Mon/Tues. Elec 30 Amp - $10;
50 Amp $20; Fuel Avail - If pd by Cash or
Check get .20¢ - .25¢ on Gas or Diesel
7/7 - 7/9 Solomon's Island
Zahniser's Yachting Center
Email - marina@zahnisers.com
Fuller Service Marina, Restaurant, etc.
5 / Yes
(410) 326-2166
www.zahnisers.com
Courtesy Bikes minutes to downtown.
Monitors Ch 9
$2 per ft; 50 Amp $12; 30 Amp $6.
7/9 - 7/10 Yorktown, Va.
Riverwalk Landing
Email - dockmaster@yorkcounty.gov
Full Service Marina; Floating docks.
5 / Yes
(757) 890-3370
http://www.riverwalklanding.com
$1.75 per ft incl Elec.
Monitors Ch 16
Pump Out
7/10 Arrive@ Homeport
2/28/2010