POLICIES FOR USING CLUB FACILITIES
PERSONAL GUESTS:
Club members are encouraged to continue bringing personal guests to the club, and club members are urged to continue their practice of meeting guests and making them feel welcome. (The term "club member" as used here, applies equally to wife, husband and children.)
Any club member may bring personal guests to the club at any time, provided that the club member accompanies his guests.
The host will be responsible for behavior of guest(s) and cleaning up afterwards.
GUEST GROUPS:
Guest groups are defined as any large group of such size as may require the use of two or more picnic tables, or other organizations not primarily concerned with sailing. The club will not be leased to any outside group.
Club facilities will not be reserved for the exclusive use of any group at any time where club members may be denied access to club facilities.
Club members are encouraged to continue inviting guest groups to the club provided they do not hinder or interfere with the activities of the club or normal use of the club by its members.
The club member host must accompany his guests and will be responsible for their behavior and cleaning up afterwards.
It is recommended that guest groups be invited to the club during the week, Monday through Thursday. Members should limit their weekend guests to six people.
Any club member inviting a guest group should notify the Chairman of the Social Committee in advance, giving date, organization and number of guests. This will be entered on the club activity calendar that will be kept by the Chairman of the Social Committee. If there is any conflict, the club member will be notified. Any problems or clarifications should be discussed with a member of the Social Committee. Serious problems will be referred to the Club Board or Commodore.
CLUBHOUSE:
The clubhouse of the Sailing Club was built for the maximum use and enjoyment of all members and their families. The following guidelines will make sure the Clubhouse is an enjoyable place and maintain security.
Each member must clean up after using the club, removing all garbage and trash from the property. Each person should remove a little more trash than he/she brought.
Keep screens on the fireplace when it is in use. Do not permit children to play with the fire, and always put the fire out when you leave.
No pets are permitted in the clubhouse when food is being served (this includes snacks), or when the clubhouse is being used by several members on Saturdays and Sundays, other than work parties.
Note, this is a relaxation of the rule-“No pets will be permitted in the clubhouse”, and is contingent on the good behavior of the animals.
Members of the Board and Grounds Committee will follow up complaints.
Lock the clubhouse when you leave.
Wet bathing suits should not be left in the upstairs part of the building.
Do not pour grease in the sink drain.
CAMPGROUND:
The Club offers three camping services. We will provide permanent campsites on an annual basis, or overnight campsites for members and their guests, or camper and trailer storage in the field were we keep our boats. Electric and water hook-ups are provided at most sites. An annual fee of $125.00 will be charged to any member holding a permanent campsite and it will be payable in advance when dues are payable. The site will be mutually identified by the member and the Board. It can be held for one year and may be renewed at the discretion of the Board. Temporary sites are provided free of charge to campers staying for a limited time. The sites may be occupied for ten days and then must be vacated. If campers wish to stay for two consecutive weekends, they may leave their gear through the weekdays of one week only. They must vacate the site at the end of the second weekend.
Campers are expected to follow the following rules:
Camp only in sites provided.
Do not build fires on the ground except in the fireplaces with rocks around them.
Grills are provided in several locations, and care should be taken to make sure all embers are out.
Catch all waste water from campers and trailers and empty in a suitable place away from the campground. Leave the campground cleaner than you found it. Do not leave gear lying around. Gear left in the camp area beyond the time limit will be removed.
Take care of club property such as tables, and benches.
If other campers are present, observe quiet time for 10:00 p.m. until 8:00 a.m.
Take your garbage with you. Garbage cans are provided for incidental trash. Campers are responsible for their own garbage disposal. The club provides garbage bags for your convenience.
Please report any infraction to the Board.
When you leave, disconnect all water and electrical hook-ups. If you must keep appliances connected, notify the Grounds Chairperson.
BOATS:
A boat, whether it be sail or power, shall not be docked at either club dock overnight unless its skipper is spending the night on club property.
Dry storage is provided free of charge to all members and is located in the boat field east of the clubhouse. Dry storage spaces are assigned by the Board on a semi-permanent basis. Members are responsible for the security of their boats. Boats located in the field are subject to being moved for lawn keeping purposes.
All members should have their name on the boat trailer.
Wet slips are provided for an annual fee of $275.00. Slips are assigned by the Board on a semi-permanent basis. Due to a limited number of slips, a waiting list is maintained by the Board. Members are responsible for the security of their boats.
The Race Committee boat may not be used for any purpose, except emergency rescue, without the express permission of the Board.
CLUB EQUIPMENT:
No one may operate any of the clubs power mowers, chainsaws or power equipment unless they are 14 years old or older. Anyone under 18 must be under the supervision of a parent.
Club equipment should be used only by those members who understand the proper operation and safety requirements. Members operating chainsaws and mowers should wear the appropriate clothing and safety glasses.
Members are responsible for insuring that the mower's crankcase is filled with oil and that fresh gasoline is available. Two cycle engines require a special oil and gas mixture which should be carefully measured. Chains on saws should be kept sharp and out of the dirt when operated.
Any comments or questions concerning club equipment should be directed to the Grounds Chairman.
TRASH AND GARBAGE:
Members shall dispose of their own garbage. The Club provides garbage bins and plastic bags for incidental trash. Picnickers should bag and take garbage to garbage service bins when they leave.
PETS:
Pets are not allowed into an area where food is being served. This includes, but is not limited to, suppers, July 4th Barbecue and socials. On Sundays and holidays, pets should be kept on a leash and away from the pavilion, clubhouse and other congested areas.