Perdido Key Sailing Club

2016 Perdido Key Sailing Club Relaunches

2016-07-31T22:58:00.000-05:00

Tina Morrison, Justin Wells, Nicole Cabrera, Noah Moseley and Calaeb Linnell

Justin Wells (seated in front of the main hatch) has purchased a new sailboat this summer and joined the Perdido Key Sailing Club which had been on hiatus over the last few years. Justin brings with him Nicole Cabrera, Calaeb Linnell and Tina Morrison. It is great to have a new fleet underway from Perdido Key.

2013 Sailing

2013-04-30T17:44:00.001-05:00

Summer is here. Sailboats are sailing. While I prefer January on the back waters around Perdido Key for the solitude, the summer months present challenges that test any sailor's mettle. While we sold our 30' Tartan last fall, I am already anxious to get back on the water. Check back to see what I get.

Hurricane Isaac August 29, 2012

2012-09-01T17:31:00.001-05:00

Hurricane Isaac caused a lot of people a lot of worry all along the Gulf Coast from Texas to Florida. He eventually came ashore around New Orleans as a Category 1 storm, but his wind and waves were felt in every state. Perdido Key was no exception.

The Perdido Key Sailing Club paid close attention to the weather advisories. We brought all of our smaller boats in out of the water and we took our 30' Tartan - the Magic Monica - into safer waters behind Pirates' Cove. The storm was not as bad as what hit Louisiana and Mississippi and we had no damage to any of our member boats although we did have a few good stories about moving the boats and going to get the boats like Noah sailing the Wind Rider in tropical storm force winds and heavy seas. I ended up at the FloraBama Yacht Club although I was supposed to meet Jason and Carlos at Hub's Stacey's Landing but I could not sail against the wind (tropical storm force winds and 'Perfect Storm'-size waves).

Here are some shots of us bringing the Magic Monica back from behind Pirates' Cove. Thanks to McKean, Carlos and Jamie for sailing her back (I drove the truck). Also, many thanks to McKean, Jason, Monica and Jamie for helping tie her up to an oak tree, a pine tree and three anchors. There are two videos uploaded here, too. Its good to be back on the water.

Summer Sailing 2012

2012-07-28T21:07:00.002-05:00

Perdido Key Sailors - How's the water and wind treating you? We have had a great summer so far. We have pulled the Magic Monica out of the water, cleaned her hull, fixed her leaks (I was tired of pumping the bilge every other day), and painted her below and above the waterline (although we are going to have to redo the deck). Patti's Boat Storage was a great place for us to do this and the staff there was awesome - Thanks Patti's Boat Storage! If you are out on the water around Perdido Key this summer, holler at us.

Another Great Day on the Water

2011-06-05T18:30:00.002-05:00

The Perdido Key Sailing Club was out on the water all weekend, Friday, Saturday and Sunday. The pictures here are from Saturday's sailing. Jason brought champaign (the bottle he won at the Pirates of Lost Treasure Mardi Gras Ball) to toast his new boat. McKean, Monica and Noah joined him. Sunday was another great day with Jason, Noah, McKean and Monica. We also had Jessy and his new girlfriend join us. We sailed through some rough weather when a storm blew through and got caught in the middle of the ICW after the storm with no wind - Jason promises he will not take his boat out again until he gets his motor mounted. We hope that everyone can get back together next weekend for some more great times on the water. Have a great week!

Dinner at Oyster Bar after sailing all day on Sunday

Afternoon Sailing Shots 6/3/11

2011-06-04T11:18:00.001-05:00

These shots were taken the afternoon of 6/3/11 by Noah Moseley sailing with Jason Trout and McKean Smith. It was another great day on the water.

Lunch & Afternoon Sailing

2011-06-03T11:29:00.000-05:00

When: Sat, June 4, 11:30am – 5:00pm

Where: Hub Stacey's on the Point and Isle de la Loz ()

Members of the Perdido Key Sailing Club will meet for lunch at Hub Stacey's on the Point. Plan to have lunch around 11:30 or noon. Sail in if you can to meet everyone there or plan to launch from there around 1:00pm to sail around the Old River islands between Perdido Key, Innerarity Pointe and Ono Island. A trip to Happy Harbour may even be included.

The Perdido Key Sailing Club's Amazing Treasure Race

2011-05-31T19:38:00.005-05:00

When: Sat, June 11, 11am – 5pm

Where "X" Marks the Spot

     The Perdido Key Sailing Club will be sponsoring a treasure race. Boat captains will meet at Hub Stacey's on the Pointe for lunch. After lunch, they will receive a treasure map. The map will be marked by longitude and latitude. Your navigator must determine the location and speediest route to the treasure. The launch schedule will be determined by the Portsmith Racing Numbers.

     Each boat must reach the location of the treasure chest, obtain their treasure chest and return to Hub Stacey's with their treasure chest. The first captain to reach Hub Stacey's with their treasure chest and with all of his or her crew will win the treasure (in cash, not gold). The entrance fee is $100 per boat. The winning captain will receive 80% of the entrance fees collected (With 10 boats, your boat wins $800). Ten percent (10%) will go to the Old River Optimist Club as a donation for local area children charities. The remaining ten percent (10%) will go to operating expenses.

     To register your boat, contact Noah Moseley at nmos655897@aol.com or (334) 538-0580. Only sailboats are admissible. Register to get in the Amazing Perdido Key Sailing Club Treasure Race!

New Sol Cat 18

2011-05-31T17:14:00.001-05:00

Sol Cat 18 and McKean Smith

McKean Smith has joined the Perdido Key Sailing Club with his new Sol Cat 18. McKean was actually the second sailboat to come into the new Perdido Key Sailing Club and he has taken her out the last few weekends with all of us in the club. McKean joined us with practically no hesitance at all. In fact, he bought his Sol Cat the day after sailing with Carlos and Noah around the islands along Old River (ask him about his maiden voyage). McKean brings with him years of sailing experience and we are glad to welcome into the club.

Sol Cat 18

Manufactured 1974-1981

Length Overall 18' 3"

Lenght at the Water Line 18'

Beam 7' 11"

Weight 330 lbs

Mast Length 28'

Main Sail Area 178 sq ft

Jib 45 sq ft

Draft Daggerboards Up 4"

Draft Daggerboards Down 30"

Hull Material Vacuum sandwiched fiberglass foam

Hull Design Symmetrical

Crew 2-4

WindRider17 Added to Fleet

2011-05-31T14:11:00.001-05:00

Jason Trout & New WindRider 17

Jason Trout has recently purchased a Wind Rider 17 and has joined the Perdido Key Sailing Club. Jason drove all the way back from Texas with his new sailboat. Jason, McKean, Monica and Noah readied the boat for sailing Monday morning in the parking lot at Hub Stacey's, had a quick lunch at Hub's and then hit the waves along with the Esther-Annette. It was a great day of sailing. Jason's Wind Rider's maiden voyage included east and west along the ICW, around Isle de la Loz, west along Old River to the new Happy Harbor and then back to its beachside port at Sailmaker's Place. Jason was under the skilled direction of Captain McKean Smith. Captain Smith gave sailing directions to Jason, Carlos and Noah on this new addition to the Perdido Key Sailing Club.

Jason, welcome to the club.

WindRider 17 Specifications
Length:		17'4"
Beam:		12'11"
Weight:		402 lbs.
Mast Height:		22'
Main Sail Area:		96 sqft
Jib Sail Area w/Optional Turbo Reacher:		43 sqft
Kit Sail Area:		86 sqft
Draft:		18"
Capacity:		800 lbs.
Designer:		Jim Brown & WindRider
Introduced:		2002

Upcoming Events

2011-05-31T00:04:00.003-05:00

Perdido Key Sailing Club Christening Ceremony

2011-05-23T21:09:00.001-05:00

This is the christening ceremony for the Esther-Annette, the Perdido Key Sailing Club's first sailing ship. Captains Carlos Alvarez and Noah Moseley were in attendance along with their very first First Mate, Monica Del Campo. May the Esther-Annette have many, many safe journeys. Cheers!

Perdido Key Sailing Club 2011

2011-05-16T09:22:00.000-05:00

Monica Del Campo, Carlos Alvarez, Noah Moseley, Perdido Key Productions introduce the Perdido Key Sailing Club 2011 movie release.

New Perdido Key Sailing Club Polo Shirts

2011-05-13T13:35:00.002-05:00

The Perdido Key Sailing Club now has its own official line of polo shirts. Members may purchase their own polo shirt for $25 which includes taxes, shipping and handling. Let Noah know that you would like to order a shirt.

More merchandise will be added as availalbe. Thank you and sail safely.

Noah's Email: nmos655897@aol.com

Noah's Cell: (334) 538-0580

Maiden Voyage of the Esther-Annette

2011-05-06T21:27:00.004-05:00

May 5, 2011 was the maiden voyage of the Ester-Annette, the Perdido Key Sailing Club's first sail boat. While there were a few false starts, the day went very well and the Esther-Annette handled beautifully. Captain Carlos Alvarez, Captain Noah Moseley and First Mate Monica Del Campo were all present. All three were accounted for at the end of the day as well.

The Ester-Annette was named in honor of Captain Carlos' mother (Esther) and Captain Noah's mother (Annette).

Details on the Esther-Annette:
Make: Snark Sunflower 3.3 Sailboat
Sail Rig: 55 SF Lateen
Length: 11'
Beam: 3'-6"
Weight: 55 lbs.
Free Board: 14"
Draft: Up 2"; Down 1'-2"
Person Capacity: 2, 310 lbs.

Christening Ceremony Invitations

2011-04-28T16:24:00.000-05:00

The Perdido Key Sailing Club will be sending out invitations for its first Christening Ceremony very soon. It should be quite the event.

Perdido Key Sailing Club Chartered

2011-04-27T11:56:00.000-05:00

Carlos Alvarez and Noah Moseley founded the Perdido Key Sailing Club in April 2011 on Perdido Key, Florida. Their first sail boat was purchased on April 25, 2011.

A christening ceremony will be held in May. This ceremony will be open to the public although invitations will be delivered and the event will be televised on GoodMorningGulfCoast.com.

The following article from eHow.com outlines the christening ceremony as described on the eHow website (http://www.ehow.com/how_2069779_christen-boat.html)

How to Christen a Boat
A new boat is a lot like a new girlfriend. Exciting and fun, with the ability to monopolize all your time and suck your wallet dry. You must christen your boat with a name befitting her personality. Make no mistake-this is serious stuff.

Difficulty:EasyInstructions

1 Look at her honestly before choosing a name. The name of your boat equates to your new nickname on the sea, and you must be able to say it in mixed company while maintaining a straight face. That said, unless your boat is the biggest one in the marina, don't get too cocky.

2 Try the name out on family and friends before making it permanent. Heed what they say. If they tell you it's too cutesy or offensive, change it. Mariners have long held the belief that it's bad luck to change the name of a boat. Get it right the first time. File the appropriate paperwork, then proceed to Step 3 if you're re-naming the boat. If naming a new vessel for the first time, skip to Step 4.

3 Remove even the tiniest trace of the old name from your vessel. Stickers, log books, memorabilia, everything. If it's printed on the life vests, buy new ones. You must never utter the old name again. Even sailors who scoff at superstition speak in hushed tones about boat re-naming. If you must do it, then do it right.

4 Invite your friends to a boat christening. Give a short speech, telling the boat what her new name is. Remember to talk directly to the boat, or she'll feel left out. (You know how women are.) Feel free to have a member of clergy bless the vessel and those who sail her. Bring 2 of the finest bottles of champagne you can't afford. (You can't afford them because the boat sucked up all your cash, remember?)

5 Offer the first bottle of champagne to the boat and the gods of the sea. (Not superstitious? Do it anyway. Your boat might be-you just never know.) Raise the bottle in toast, then pour champagne across the hull. Walk around, pouring champagne into the water from every side of the boat. Offer the entire bottle in good spirit without drinking a drop. (You can cry over the cost later. Wait until no one's looking.)

Learning How to Sail

2011-04-22T23:28:00.000-05:00

Pensacola Yacht Club Sailing Lessons

The Pensacola Yacht Club has an excellent sailing school each summer. Details are located on their website and they are located just 20 miles from Perdido Key.

http://pensacolayachtclub.org/Learn_To_Sail.aspx