Calling All Would Be and New Iceboaters – Sat 11/26 Off-Ice Tune-Up
Calling all would be, newer iceboaters, those seasoned by many winters, and anyone with even a remote interest in iceboating this event is for you. As we have done in past years this is your opportunity to come out and talk to the seasoned and drink from the centuries of collective iceboat knowledge and experience.
It’s Thanksgiving weekend and a great excuse to slip out. Better yet bring your brother, brother/sister-in-law, other family members, or friends.
Have a craft you want to get on the ice? bring it down for a survey and we will help set it up with you. Please email me so we can be sure there is room and we have the appropriate experts on hand. Drag that old iceboat out of the rafters and come down. Don’t hesitate this is your year to fulfill a desire to sail faster than the wind.
We have a full Day of information and knowledge transfer
- Demonstrating plank construction techniques
- Right of Way Rules – VC Jay has a new set of model boats to demo the rules
- Racing for the beginner because going fast is always measured against someone else.
- Runner chock alignment techniques
- Runner Care
- Ice checking Round Table Discussion
Lunch and refreshments will be continuously served throughout the day by Linda. Chili dogs!
If you have any interest in iceboating this is the place to be on the 26th. The Iceboating welcome mat is out. Come on down.
Date: Saturday, November 26th
Time: 10:00 am – 3:00 pm
Location: Arthur C. Lamb Company Refreshments: Served continuously throughout the day
Google Directions: https://goo.gl/maps/3zuJS2G2Nm3BwLYs5
Pay Your Dues – Please
| Dues Time | Price | |
| 2023 Membership | $30 |
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| Mail in Form But Please Try Doing it Online PayPal Not Required | ||
We have a limited number of NEIYA Vintage Returns mugs left over from last month’s gathering for those who paid their dues (first come first served)
A few pictures from the last time we were together in the Lamb Shop.
The season is upon us
Think Ice,
Commodore, John Stanton
DN5023
john@neiya.org
P.S. Drop me an email if you are coming and especially if you are brining a boat to be set up and surveyed.
It’s Almost Show Time – Last Call
In a matter of hours, we will once again gather for the NEIYA’s annual gathering. As you might have guessed we are in full planning mode for next year’s Vintage Returns event. There will be at least one vintage stern steerer set up and on display. Do you have a vintage craft in your garage bring it down and our panel of experts will look it over.
There of course be lots of gear looking for new homes. It is a time to catch up with old friends and make new ones. Trust me, it is far easier to talk to people without a face mask and cold temperatures. Never been to an annual event? Come out and learn why people keep coming back decade after decade.
The sailing season in the Northeast is grinding to a halt and winter is looming. Come find out what Ice boating is all about. Come out for the camaraderie, tales of spirited competition, and fellowship. Come out and welcome the upcoming 2023 Season. Experienced, novices or newbies all are welcome and encouraged to attend. Always dreamed of iceboating? This event is designed with you in mind. Don’t miss this GO FAST opportunity.
Please pay your 2023 season due online below Hey, whether you are coming or not please pay dues for the upcoming season. Club Secretary Karen Binder will be at large and updating your contact information be sure to say hello and ask her about our upcoming race into racing at any level event.
| Description | Price | |
| 2023 Membership | $30 |
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| 2023 Membership and Lunch | $45 |
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| 2023 Membership for one & Lunch x2 | $60 |
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| Lunch Only | $15 |
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| Mail in Form | ||
Come join your fellow NEIYA members and interested individuals
As seen on Windcheck Magazine’s newsletter
When: Saturday, October 29th, 10:00am
Where: Thompson Speedway Golf Course, 205 E Thompson Rd, Thompson, CT 06277 https://goo.gl/maps/DbGpTekm4ZLNnV8n7
- There will be door prizes and giveaways for all
- Swap Meet and outside gathering lower parking lot pre-list your items on the NEIYA classifieds
- Like last year, there will be a land sailor or two set up in the parking lot.
We have a few NEIYA Sweatshirts left. Put a couple extra bills in your wallet. Find Jay in the lot to purchase and be sure to ask him about our upcoming Classic Iceboat Event coming this season. This season let’s get your barn finds onto the ice again.
THINK ICE and let’s make it a great 2023 Season,
John Stanton
NEIYA, Commodore
DN5023
John@neiya.org
P.S. Reach out to me directly with any questions, comments, concerns, or thoughts.
Count Down to The Swap and Gathering Oct 29th
Less than a week away till the NEIYA Swap Meet and annual Lunch and meeting.
The NEIYA annual meeting has been going on for decades. Some of us have not missed one in 20 years or more. Come out for the camaraderie, tales of spirited competition, and fellowship. Come out and welcome the upcoming 2023 Season. Experienced, novice or newbie all are welcome and encouraged to attend. Always about dreamed iceboating? This event is designed with you in mind. Don’t miss this GO FAST opportunity.
We have a few NEIYA Sweatshirts left. Put a couple extra bills in your wallet. Find Jay in the lot to purchase and be sure to ask him about our upcoming Classic Iceboat Event coming this season. This season let’s get your barn finds onto the ice again.
Come join your fellow NEIYA members and interested individuals
When: Saturday, October 29th, 10:00am
Where: Thompson Speedway Golf Course, 205 E Thompson Rd, Thompson, CT 06277 https://goo.gl/maps/DbGpTekm4ZLNnV8n7
- There will be door prizes and giveaways for all
- Swap Meet and outside gathering lower parking lot pre-list your items on the NEIYA classifieds
- Like last year, there will be a land sailor or two set up in the parking lot.
Please pay your 2023 season due online below Hey, whether you are coming or not please pay dues for the upcoming season. Club Secretary Karen Binder will be at large and updating your contact information be sure to say hello and ask her about our upcoming race into racing at any level event.
| Description | Price | |
| 2023 Membership | $30 |
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| 2023 Membership and Lunch | $45 |
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| 2023 Membership for one & Lunch x2 | $60 |
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| Lunch Only | $15 |
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| Mail in Form | ||
THINK ICE and let’s make it a great 2023 Season,
John Stanton
NEIYA, Commodore
DN5023
John@neiya.org
P.S. Reach out to me directly with any questions, comments, concerns, or thoughts.
NEIYA Annual Event is ON For Sat. Oct 29th
With the overnight chill in the air, it’s nearly GO FAST time. Time to make ready for ice, blades, and speed. Go FAST ice time is coming and our annual meeting and banquette are on for Saturday, October 29th. We are once again returning to Thompson Motor Speedway in Thompson CT for a third and likely last time. The Venue is near Lake Chaubunagungamaug better known as Webster lake, because none but natives can pronounce it.
So GO FAST — Dig your gear out of the basement, garage, Attic, or wherever it has been stowed. Half my program has been summering in Newport and needs to come home soon. Put your craft(s) together on the hard. Check for worn and broken parts. I always forget to replace or fix something from last season and now’s the time to do it. Have extra parts, masts, sails, blades, full program etc? Lighten your load and help someone else GO FASTer. Put them up for sale in our classified section (instructions below).
The NEIYA annual meeting has been going on for decades. Come out for the camaraderie, tales of spirited competition, and fellowship. Come out and welcome the upcoming 2023 Season. Experienced, novice or newbie all are welcome and encouraged to attend. Always about dreamed iceboating? This event is designed with you in mind. Don’t miss this GO FAST opportunity.
Come join your fellow NEIYA members and interested individuals
When: Saturday, October 29th, 10:00am
Where: Thompson Speedway Golf Course, 205 E Thompson Rd, Thompson, CT 06277 https://goo.gl/maps/DbGpTekm4ZLNnV8n7
- There will be door prizes and giveaways for all
- Swap Meet and outside gathering lower parking lot pre-list your items on the NEIYA classifieds
- Like last year, there will be a land sailor or two set up in the parking lot.
We need a head count for lunch and now’s a perfect time to reserve your lunch and your 2023 season dues. Hey, whether you are coming or not please pay dues for the upcoming season.
| Description | Price | |
| 2023 Membership | $30 |
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| 2023 Membership and Lunch | $45 |
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| 2023 Membership for one & Lunch x2 | $60 |
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| Lunch Only | $15 |
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| Mail in Form | ||
The Fall Loring Event is schedule for next week. Loring AFB is the the premier Eastern venue Located in Limestone, Maine. Starting next week Tue 9/13 through Sun 18th featuring classes for BloKart’s and Not BloKarts aka “run what you brung” this includes several converted DNs (seek out Steve Duhamel of Northwind Iceboats for conversion parts designed in conjunction with Jeff Kent and Chad Atkins. Don’t have a craft buy a BloKart from BB our Northeast distributor (pop me an email for contact info) or show up we will get you out on the tarmac.
THINK ICE and let’s make it a great 2023 Season,
John Stanton
NEIYA, Commodore
DN5023
John@neiya.org
P.S. Reach out to me directly with any questions, comments, concerns, or thoughts.
P.P.S. Please pay your 2023 dues above we can’t keep doing what we do without you…
P.P.S. Old classified ads will be purged next week. If you have something that should stay up or modified ( this is a good time to adjust your price) let me know soon. To post a new ad go here https://theneiya.org/classifieds/
Sellers Instructions (If you really can’t figure it out, drop me a note)
- Enter a description of the item in the “Leave a Reply” box.
- MUST include either Email or Phone contact, Price, and Location or it will NOT be approved.
- All ads are moderated and will not post till approved. if you do not see your ad placed within 24 hours, email admin@neiya.org
- Want to include a picture? Add details as described above and email the image to admin@neiya.org
- Inform admin when an item sells so to it can be promptly removed.
- Ready To Post Your Ad? CLICK Here
Buyers Instructions
- The goal of this page is to put buyer and seller directly together and not clutter the classified area with chaff.
- Interested in an item? Contact the seller directly via posted email or phone.
- Responses like “is item still available” or “send more pictures” will not be approved for posting. just ask the seller.
- If sell does not respond within a reasonable time (give it a couple days) email admin@neiya.org who will reach out to seller. Sometimes the item is sold and the seller does not have it removed and just ignores inquiries.
- If you purchase an item let the admin know at admin@neiya.org in case the seller forgets to let us know..
One Week Away – Till The Off-Ice Tune-Up – Sat 11/20
The Tune-Up Event is one week away! Come on down for help in getting your boat on the ice. Come to pick up parts or transfer them to those that need them. Come for the food, there is a rumor about a big pot of venison chili and of course all the rest presented by Linda.
If you have any interest in iceboating this is the place to be on the 20th. You may have seen us on some frozen lake in New England and always wanted to try it. Maybe you are tired of frostbiting and looking for drier winter sailing? Maybe read about it on Scuttlebutt Sailing News and promised yourself that this is the year you get into iceboating. Drag that iceoat out of the rafters and bring it down for a survey and help in getting it ice-worthy. The iceboating welcome mat is out. Come on down.
Whatever your interest level Show up and let’s get you started.
Date: Saturday, November 20th
Time: 10:00 am – 3:00 pm
Location: Arthur C. Lamb Company Refreshments: Served continuously throughout the day
Google Directions: https://goo.gl/maps/3zuJS2G2Nm3BwLYs5
We have a full schedule of events but want to focus on the new iceboaters. Especially those that are struggling to figure it all out and get themselves and their boats on the ice for the first time. Calling all Newbies here is your chance to have even the questions you didn’t know to ask answered. Bring your boats down to be surveyed by a collective of maybe 1000 years of iceboating experience. I have spoken to several of you personally at the swap meet and anyone else
Other happenings during the day
- Paul Zucco – Demonstrating plank construction techniques
- James “T” Thieler – Right of Way Rules
- Bob Haag – Metallurgy the science behind our runners in laymens terms
- Multiple People – Runner choke alignment techniques
- TBD – Runner Care
- Ice checking Round Table Discussions
If you have anything to sell be sure it is listed on the Classified Section. Next Saturday is a great opportunity to meet up with potential buyers and sellers. Let people know an item can be delivered to the tune-Up.
Let’s not forget the Ice is Coming. Are you Ready?
The season is upon us
Think Ice,
Commodore, John Stanton
DN5023
john@neiya.org
P.S. Any questions just reach out to me.
The Off-Ice Tune-Up is On Saturday 11/20
Steve and Linda Lamb have once again graciously invited us back to the Arthur C Lamb shop for an Off-Ice Tune-up event The Off Ice Tune-up is back and scheduled for Saturday, November 20th.
If you have any interest in iceboating this is the place to be on the 20th. The Iceboating welcome mat is out. Come on down.
Date: Saturday, November 20th
Time: 10:00 am – 3:00 pm
Location: Arthur C. Lamb Company Refreshments: Served continuously throughout the day
Google Directions: https://goo.gl/maps/3zuJS2G2Nm3BwLYs5
We have a full schedule of events but want to focus on the new iceboaters. Especially those that are struggling to figure it all out and get themselves and their boats on the ice for the first time. Calling all Newbies here is your chance to have even the questions you didn’t know to ask answered. Bring your boats down to be surveyed by a collective of maybe 1000 years of iceboating experience. I have spoken to several of you personally at the swap meet and anyone else
Other happenings during the day will be
- Paul Zucco – Demonstrating plank construction techniques
- James “T” Thieler – Right of Way Rules
- Bob Haag – Runner choke alligmenent techniques
- TBD – Runner Care
- Ice checking Round Table Discusion
A couple of pictures from the last time we were together in the Lamb Shop.
The season is upon us
Think Ice,
Commodore, John Stanton
DN5023
john@neiya.org
P.S. Any questions just reach out to me.
Today’s The Day NEIYA Event Sat Oct 23th
Today is the day. No additional words are needed except for a call to get on the road.
See you at the NEIYA Annual Event
Be sure to haul out your extra gear and bring it down to the swap meet. Time to commit. Pay your dues.NOTE, you can use any credit card, not just PayPal. I am seeing payments coming through so you are in good company.
Here is a sneak peak for those that are curious
2021 Annual Swap/Event Agenda
Dedicated to Leo Healy
- 10:00 Official Event Opener
- Karen Binder – Registration / Check in
- 11:15 Safety Demo with Jay Whitehair
- How to Properly deploy Throw Rope
- Proper line repack and care
- Sailing into a hole a first hand account
- 12:00 Lunch
- 1:30 Meeting Is Called to order
John Stanton – Intro words “Remembering where we come” - Karen Binder – Submission of last years minutes
- Bob Haag – Treasurer’s Report
- Eben Whitcomb – Nominating Committee recommendations and election of officers for the 2022 season
- COMMIT TO VOLUNTEER
- “T” James Thieler– Race Committee Report
- Charles Silfvenius / Bill Buchholz Hardway Report
- Chad Atkins – IDNIYRA update
- Bill Buchholz – New England Landsailing Update
- John Stanton– Announcing The first ever Club Historian Because he knows where the bodies are buried Stephen Madden has agreed to serve the NEIYA in a new capacity.
- T and John – Schedule of Events
- Racing schedule
- Off ice prep till we sail Three Events
- Southern CT @ Landfall
- MA Boston Area Location TBD
- NH Sunapee area Location TBD
- New Business
- 3:15pm Cal to adjourn…
Come join your fellow NEIYA members and interested individuals
When: Saturday, October 23th, 10:00 am
Where: Thompson Speedway Golf Course, 205 E Thompson Rd, Thompson, CT 06277 https://goo.gl/maps/DbGpTekm4ZLNnV8n7
- There will be door prizes and giveaways for all
- Swap Meet and outside gathering lower parking lot pre-list your items on the NEIYA classifieds
- VC Jay Whitehair will conduct a hands-on throw bag rescue demonstration. It looks easy but someone’s life may rest in your hands so make sure you do it right.
- Lunch and meeting inside and accommodations can be made for outside eating if anyone prefers.
- The golf facilities will be open and if the practice greens are not aerated we could have a casual putting competition. Most of us are sailors, not golfers but we are talking bragging rights. Bring your sticks and a sleeve of balls.
- There will be a land sailor or two set up and Jeff Kent is bringing his DN Landsailing converter kit, the same rig that tore up the tarmac at Loring in September and generated a lot of internet buzz. If the wind cooperates a demo will occur.
- There may also be some amateur track events going on to watch.
- Even though the Covid risks have leveled off, we do ask that everyone follow the prescribed state and federal protocol. It’s about being sure everyone is comfortable and safe and not politics.
| Description | Price | |
| 2022 Membership | $30 |
|
| Mail in Form | ||
Time to crawl out of your covid shell and get ready for the 2022 season.
THINK ICE and let’s make it a great 2022 Season,
John Stanton
NEIYA, Commodore
DN5023
John@neiya.org
P.S. If anyone has any questions, comments, concerns or thought please contact me directly.
P.P.S. We will be moving our meeting venue next year and we are looking to put together a committee to find the best location. If you have any ideas and would like to help plan next year’s meeting please chime in.
Don’t Lose Out on Lunch @ NEIYA Event Sat Oct 23th
If you have not reserved your lunch by paying online or dropping me an email (john@neiya.org) you may end up with an empty bowl and a growling belly. Still on the fence? We promise that this will be far better than the usual gruel you might get while on the road. Reserve your luncheon plate by paying for or letting us know you are coming. We made it easy to pay for your membership online at the same time. Payment options are below. You can check out via credit card or PayPal if you choose.
I’m Looking forward to seeing everyone this Saturday. Classified items have been coming in. Check out what is already be there or post your items for sale.
Be sure to haul out your extra gear and bring it down to the swap meet. Time to commit. Pay your dues and or buy your lunch. We need to lock in our luncheon headcount. We don’t want to turn anyone away so commit today by paying online. NOTE, you can use any credit card, not just PayPal. I am seeing payments coming through so you are in good company.
If you have some aversion to paying online we of course will accept payment on-site but please email me directly with your intent to come. John@neiya.org so we can plan. Doing so will make Treasurer Bob Haag’s life easier and ease the burden on Karen our Secretary at check-in.
Come join your fellow NEIYA members and interested individuals
When: Saturday, October 23th, 10:00 am
Where: Thompson Speedway Golf Course, 205 E Thompson Rd, Thompson, CT 06277 https://goo.gl/maps/DbGpTekm4ZLNnV8n7
- There will be door prizes and giveaways for all
- Swap Meet and outside gathering lower parking lot pre-list your items on the NEIYA classifieds
- VC Jay Whitehair will conduct a hands-on throw bag rescue demonstration. It looks easy but someone’s life may rest in your hands so make sure you do it right.
- Lunch and meeting inside and accommodations can be made for outside eating if anyone prefers.
- The golf facilities will be open and if the practice greens are not aerated we could have a casual putting competition. Most of us are sailors, not golfers but we are talking bragging rights. Bring your sticks and a sleeve of balls.
- There will be a land sailor or two set up and Jeff Kent is bringing his DN Landsailing converter kit, the same rig that tore up the tarmac at Loring in September and generated a lot of internet buzz. If the wind cooperates a demo will occur.
- There may also be some amateur track events going on to watch.
- Even though the Covid risks have leveled off, we do ask that everyone follow the prescribed state and federal protocol. It’s about being sure everyone is comfortable and safe and not politics.
| Description | Price | |
| 2022 Membership | $30 |
|
| 2022 Membership and Lunch | $45 |
|
| 2022 Membership for one & Lunch x2 | $60 |
|
| Lunch Only | $15 |
|
| Mail in Form | ||
Time to crawl out of your covid shell and get ready for the 2022 season.
THINK ICE and let’s make it a great 2022 Season,
John Stanton
NEIYA, Commodore
DN5023
John@neiya.org
P.S. If anyone has any questions, comments, concerns or thought please contact me directly.
P.P.S. We will be moving our meeting venue next year and we are looking to put together a committee to find the best location. If you have any ideas and would like to help plan next year’s meeting please chime in.
One Week Till The NEIYA Annual Event Sat Oct 23th
Just a week to go till our annual event. This year’s event is dedicated to Leo Healy who as most of you know was one of our founding members and continued to contribute throughout his life. Leo’s signature phrase “Remember there is always thin ice someplace” will forever resonate.
Be sure to haul out your extra gear and bring it down to the swap meet. Time to commit. Pay your dues and or buy your lunch. We need to lock in our luncheon headcount. We don’t want to turn anyone away so commit today by paying online. NOTE, you can use any credit card, not just PayPal. I am seeing payments coming through so you are in good company.
If you have some aversion to paying online we of course will accept payment on-site but please email me directly with your intent to come. John@neiya.org so we can plan. Doing so will make Treasurer Bob Haag’s life easier and ease the burden on Karen our Secretary at check-in.
Come join your fellow NEIYA members and interested individuals
When: Saturday, October 23th, 10:00 am
Where: Thompson Speedway Golf Course, 205 E Thompson Rd, Thompson, CT 06277 https://goo.gl/maps/DbGpTekm4ZLNnV8n7
- There will be door prizes and giveaways for all
- Swap Meet and outside gathering lower parking lot pre-list your items on the NEIYA classifieds
- VC Jay Whitehair will conduct a hands-on throw bag rescue demonstration. It looks easy but someone’s life may rest in your hands so make sure you do it right.
- Lunch and meeting inside and accommodations can be made for outside eating if anyone prefers.
- The golf facilities will be open and if the practice greens are not aerated we could have a casual putting competition. Most of us are sailors, not golfers but we are talking bragging rights. Bring your sticks and a sleeve of balls.
- There will be a land sailor or two set up and Jeff Kent is bringing his DN Landsailing converter kit, the same rig that tore up the tarmac at Loring in September and generated a lot of internet buzz. If the wind cooperates a demo will occur.
- There may also be some amateur track events going on to watch.
- Even though the Covid risks have leveled off, we do ask that everyone follow the prescribed state and federal protocol. It’s about being sure everyone is comfortable and safe and not politics.
| Description | Price | |
| 2022 Membership | $30 |
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| 2022 Membership and Lunch | $45 |
|
| 2022 Membership for one & Lunch x2 | $60 |
|
| Lunch Only | $15 |
|
| Mail in Form | ||
Time to crawl out of your covid shell and get ready for the 2022 season.
THINK ICE and let’s make it a great 2022 Season,
John Stanton
NEIYA, Commodore
DN5023
John@neiya.org
P.S. If anyone has any questions, comments, concerns or thought please contact me directly.
P.P.S. We will be moving our meeting venue next year and we are looking to put together a committee to find the best location. If you have any ideas and would like to help plan next year’s meeting please chime in.
NEIYA Annual Event is ON For Oct 23th
Go fast ice time is coming and our annual meeting and banquette is on for Saturday October 23rd. What more fitting place for speed seekers than a race track? The NEIYA is made up of the people and the history we share, camaraderie, fellowship, spirited competition, and sailing together. Come out and welcome in the upcoming 2022 Season. The NEIYA annual meeting has been going on for four decades. It is a gather of new and experienced ice boaters, a great place to buy or sell equipment and catch up with old friends and make new one.
Come join your fellow NEIYA members and interested individuals
When: Saturday, October 23th, 10:00am
Where: Thompson Speedway Golf Course, 205 E Thompson Rd, Thompson, CT 06277 https://goo.gl/maps/DbGpTekm4ZLNnV8n7
- There will be door prizes and giveaways for all
- Swap Meet and outside gathering lower parking lot pre-list your items on the NEIYA classifieds
- Lunch and meeting inside and accommodations can be made for outside eating if anyone prefers.
- The golf facilities will be open and if the practice greens are not aerated we could have a casual putting competition. Most of us are sailors, not golfers but we are talking bragging rights. Bring your sticks and a sleeve of balls.
- There may be a land sailor or two set up in the parking lot and if the wind cooperates a demo will occur.
- There may also be some amateur track events going on to watch.
- Even though the Covid risks have leveled off, we do ask that everyone follow the prescribed state and federal protocol. It’s about being sure everyone is comfortable and safe and not politics.
We need a headcount for lunch and now’s a perfect time to reserve your lunch and your 2022 season dues.
| Description | Price | |
| 2021 Membership | $30 |
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| 2021 Membership and Lunch | $45 |
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| 2021 Membership for one & Lunch x2 | $60 |
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| Lunch Only | $15 |
|
| Mail in Form | ||
THINK ICE and let’s make it a great 2022 Season,
John Stanton
NEIYA, Commodore
DN5023
John@neiya.org
P.S. If anyone has any questions, comments, concerns or thought please contact me directly.
P.P.S. We will be moving our meeting venue next year and we are looking to put together a committee to find the best location. If you have any ideas and would like to help plan next years meeting please chime in.
Little Things Matter?
Little things matter. How many times have you set out onto the ice and sometime during the day remembered that you forgot to put your bobstay in? I will admit to doing this more than a few, including an entire day of races which included a long trip over and back through crappy ice. Did my boat break in half? No, but I consider myself lucky. I have since stored the bobstay with the rest of my stays so that I don’t forget. I know some people who have physically attached it to the boat with a wire tether. And I’m sure that there are any number of tricks others are using to help them remember. How do you remember your bobstay? Share in the comment section below.
Now for the shameless membership pitch… Like the bobstay, you might not immediately know and remember that your 2021 membership dues are and even go a full season without paying up. Will an individual or a few nonpaying members break the back of the NEIYA? Probably not, but you will want us to be there when you are ready to join in for a race, cruise, or scheduled event.
So pay up. Do it NOW so you do not forget. There are links right below. Please note you are not required to use PayPal as your payment method click the appropriate button below, click continue then click “Pay with Debit or Credit Card” and use the card of your choice.
Don’t forget to pay for tomorrow’s lunch if you plan on attending we are doing a final headcount shortly and don’t want to turn anyone away.
| Description | Price | |
| 2021 Membership | $30 |
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| 2021 Membership and Lunch | $45 |
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| 2021 Membership for one & Lunch x2 | $60 |
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| Lunch Only | $15 |
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| Mail in Form | ||
All members in good standing will receive an ice safety-related door prize at the swap meet. Can’t make it? We will mail it to you.
Annual Swap Meet, Lunch, and Meeting. Saturday, October, 24th 10:00AM. Thompson, CT. 205 E Thompson Rd, Thompson, CT 06277. Use the Golf Club entrance. Map Link We have a big parking lot for boats and other stuff and plenty of space. there could be a couple landsailors too. Pay your dues and lunch with buttons on the right.
I am looking forward to catching up with everyone tomorrow and kicking off the 2021 season. It’s been a rough year and while we know things are anything but normal, it will be nice to have some consistency.
Think Ice and see you on Saturday,
John Stanton
Commodore, NEIYA
DN5023
John@neiya.org
P.S. Don’t forget your masks. We will be abiding by local regulations and just plain common sense.
P.P.S. Any questions or comments? Drop me an email.
Yankee Newly restored 
Renegade ready to go 
DN sail it home
What’s in Your Iceboat Bag?
Last Thursday we successfully held our second NEIYA conference call in the fall pre-ice series. The “Newbie” call was well attended with a good group of the new, newer, and never set foot on the ice as well as a good assortment of grizzled and experienced sailors.
Enthusiasm was high as we talked about how we got into iceboating, what to wear what kind of boats make sense for people, and a general safety discussion.
Open questions from the call for NEIYA members and iceboaters at large. What’s in your bag? What kind of spiked shoes or strap ons do you use? If you were to buy new spikes what would you purchase? What kind of helmet do you wear and would you buy it again? What kind of ice pics or claws would you recommend? Let’s hear from you in the comments section below. Help answer for anyone that is getting started.
Next call topic, Getting Race-Ready. Time will be announced after our annual event. The third all Getting Anything with Blades Ready for the Ice will follow about a week after and Building and Repair shortly after. Have a topic you are interested in or passionate about chime in.
Yankee Newly restored Renegade ready to go DN sail it home
Annual Swap Meet, Lunch, and Meeting. Saturday, October, 24th 10:00AM. Thompson, CT. 205 E Thompson Rd, Thompson, CT 06277. Use the Golf Club entrance. Map Link We have a big parking lot for boats and other stuff and plenty of space. there could be a couple landsailors too. Pay your dues and lunch with buttons on the right.
So everyone what’s in your bag? Share your thoughts in the comments section or bring them this Saturday. Bring your spares to sell. Bring spikes, helmets, blades, masts, boats, or whatever.
Think Ice and see you on Saturday,
John Stanton
Commodore, NEIYA
DN5023
John@neiya.org
P.S. Any questions or comments? Drop me an email.
Ice Tease….
Fresh Ice in Norway Today – DN North America
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And don’t forget the annual NEIYA Swap Meet is right around the corner-
Come on out and bring anyone you think wants to have a taste of the Kool-Aid….
Swap Meet and Event at the Thompson Motor Speedway Golf Course Next Saturday, October 24th. 10:00 am. We will have lots of outdoor space for the swap meet, Lunch, and our Annual Meeting. You don’t have to come inside if you are not comfortable doing so but everyone should meet up in the parking lot. You do not have to be a member to attend the swap or other activities.
For a preview of items for sale check out the Classified Section and remember to reach out to the individual seller via their published contact info. Replies like “is it still for sale” and other questions will not be published so send the seller an email or pick up the phone.
Thompson, CT. 205 E Thompson Rd, Thompson, CT 06277. Use the Golf Club entrance. Map Link We have a big parking lot for boats and other stuff and plenty of space. there could be a couple landsailors too.
Sign up on the NEIYA website
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Today’s The Day – Call at 7:00pm
Today is the day. We will have a conference call at 7 and the primary focus will be on those who are new and or interested in iceboating. We have some old salts waiting to answer questions and guide you safely onto the ice.
All members should have received an email from me yesterday with login instructions. If you did not or are not a member and would like to join in please email me directly at john@neiya.org.
Not a member? I encourage you to signup and attend our annual Swap Meet and Event at the Thompson Motor Speedway Golf Course Next Saturday, October 24th. 10:00 am. We will have lots of outdoor space for the swap meet, Lunch, and our Annual Meeting. You don’t have to come inside if you are not comfortable doing so but everyone should meet up in the parking lot. You do not have to be a member to attend the swap or other activities.
For a preview of items for sale check out the Classified Section and remember to reach out to the individual seller via their published contact info. Replies like “is it still for sale” and other questions will not be published so send the seller an email or pick up the phone.
Thompson, CT. 205 E Thompson Rd, Thompson, CT 06277. Use the Golf Club entrance. Map Link We have a big parking lot for boats and other stuff and plenty of space. there could be a couple landsailors too.
| Description | Price | |
| 2021 Membership | $30 |
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| 2021 Membership and Lunch | $45 |
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| 2021 Membership for one & Lunch x2 | $60 |
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| Lunch Only | $15 |
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Think Ice and be safe,
John Stanton
NEIYA, Commodore
DN5023
John@neiya.org
September Runner Tracks
Hey Gang-
Better late than never I hope…. The September issue of Runner Tracks is out and as ever is a good read!
Take a look here:
September 2020 Newsletter Runner Tracks Published – DN North America
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Wanna Join A Gang?
If you are a DN type be sure to click the link and join the IDNIYRA-
It’s easy, cheap, and good to be part of the crowd. Plus you get to do the big regattas if you want- And you earn some good karma points for supporting a good organization!
Click and sign up here!
https://www.idniyra.org/2020/10/05/notice-of-dues-2021/
DN Ballot On The Way-
Hello All- If you are a DN class member there is another set of proposals that need to be voted on coming up-
Click the link and read up. Keep an eye on this site for some opinions and editorializing in the next day or so….
Ok, ballot stuff here
https://www.idniyra.org/2020/10/10/notice-of-electronic-ballot/
And details in this issue of runner tracks
https://www.idniyra.org/2020/09/18/september-2020-newsletter-runner-tracks-published/
And if you have a DN but aren’t a member of the class join up! Good to be part of the gang and it doesn’t cost much at all:
Good DN Article
Hey Gang-
This is an article that noted DN sailor and Harken engineer Steve Orlebeke wrote for Seahorse magazine a month or so ago-
I could not find the text online but if you can blow the attached pics up it is well worth the read!
And for those of you who haven’t heard of it be sure to check out Seahorse magazine- THE BEST sailing magazine out there!
Online at:
www.seahorse.co.uk/shop and use the code TECH20
Or via email: subscriptions@seahorse.co.uk
Or for iPad simply download the Seahorse App at the iTunes store
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DNs in Advertising Today
We have all seen iceboats used to sell everything from liquor, cigarettes, and cars, clothing, etc. My own DN5023 and her sister last know to be in NJ were used by Oldsmobile as props at a series of international car shows. The latest, a natural from the sailmaker that has collected a lot of DN silver, to use the iceboating tie is North Sails for their Ice Sailing Collection of clothing. Check out what they have to offer, besides sails. There are also shout outs to Chad and Oliver https://webstore.northsails.com/us/en/fw20-ice-sailing.html #icesailingcollection
See how many NEIYA members or DN friends and competitors you can find in the video and post your comments below.
Once you find yourself or friends please renew your membership for the season and reserve your lunch at the Thompson Speedway Golf Course for our annual event on the 24th. We need to firm up the headcount per covid rules. Do it now, so you don’t forget.
| Description | Price | |
| 2021 Membership | $30 |
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| 2021 Membership and Lunch | $45 |
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| 2021 Membership for one & Lunch x2 | $60 |
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| Lunch Only | $15 |
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Think Ice, Sail Fast, and be Safe,
John Stanton
DN5023
Commodore, NEIYA
John@neiya.org
Green, Green, Green…
- Everything is coming up green for the 2021 season. First up, our classified section is back up and running. I have only heard from a handful of people about wanting their old ads back up. If you have not sold your iceboat items(s) and want to sell please reach out to me. This beauty just went up yesterday and the price is right. See it at the Swap Meet.
- Newbie iceboat call is finally coming back. 7:00pm Thursday, October 15th. After flaming out on the first call It is back on the schedule. We will have enhanced security this go-round. Please email john@neiya.org to receive an invite from Zoom. Bring your question and interest in iceboating. We will have a mix of old and new sailors to share experiences and help the new get on the ice this season.
- Lastly, and the most important point. We are counting down the days till our annual event which is being held at this Thompson Speedway, Thompson, CT. 205 E Thompson Rd, Thompson, CT 06277. Use the Golf Club entrance. Map Link We have a big parking lot for boats and other stuff and plenty of space. there could be a couple landsailors too.
Many people have already sent in their dues and paid for lunch. I need people to follow the links below and pay your dues and or purchase lunch. In these days we need to get our headcount in NOW. While we will take payment on site for dues and lunch paying online is preferred especially this year.
| Description | Price | |
| 2021 Membership | $30 |
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| 2021 Membership and Lunch | $45 |
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| 2021 Membership for one & Lunch x2 | $60 |
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| Lunch Only | $15 |
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Think Ice and as always be safe,
John Stanton
Commodore, NEIYA
DN5023
John@neiya.org
P.S. Our Vice Jay is doing a dive clean up at the Quaboag launch tomorrow. He could use a couple volunteers to help put trash in bags. Info here:
(Limited) Volunteer Ramp Clean-up at Quaboag Pond – Sat 10/10
NEIYA is having a low profile boat ramp clean up this Saturday (10/10) at Quaboag pond. Two commercial divers will be under the surface between the hours of 11am – 1pm grabbing garbage off the bottom in the area of, and surrounding the boat ramp. If there are a few members close by who would like to assist that would be helpful. Shore side tasks involve draining trash, sorting and loading etc, as well as walking the waters edge and parking lot area to pick up any other debris. The ramp and parking lot will remain open and we will be working in the periphery of all local traffic. If you come to help please bring a workers reflective vest, gloves, proper Covid face covering, and if you plan to be within 10’ of the water you must wear a life jacket. NEIYA or ice boat clothing and identifiers are of course the fashion of the day. Trash bags and one pickup truck will be supplied. We will be observing proper social distancing. 3-5 helpers is all we need so if you can commit please contact me and we will limit at 5.
If you have a favorite popular sailing site that may need a little NEIYA support and you would like to give back to that community for all the good times had, contact me to get it on a future ramp clean up date!
Vice Commodore Jay Whitehair
sailoffshore@comcast.net
text or call: 802.291.0989
Annual Event is ON For Oct 24th
In these uncertain times, I am happy to announce that we are going forward with our annual Event. It will be a little different this year but the iceboating spirit will prevail. The NEIYA is made up of the people and the history we share, camaraderie, fellowship, spirited competition, and sailing together. Come out and welcome in the upcoming 2021 Season.
Come join your fellow NEIYA members and interested individuals
When: Saturday, October 24th, 10:00am
Where: Thompson Speedway Golf Course, 205 E Thompson Rd, Thompson, CT 06277 https://goo.gl/maps/DbGpTekm4ZLNnV8n7
- There will be door prizes and giveaways for all
- Swap Meet and outside gathering lower parking lot
- Lunch and meeting inside and accommodations can be made for outside eating if anyone prefers. Because we are in
- The golf facilities will be open and if the practice greens are not aerated we could have a casual putting competition. Most of us are sailors, not golfers but we are talking bragging rights. Bring your sticks and a sleeve of balls.
- There may be a land sailor or two set up in the parking lot and if the wind cooperates a demo will occur.
- There may also be some amateur track events going on to watch.
- Now is a good time to
- We ask that everyone follow the prescribed state and federal protocol. It’s about being sure everyone is comfortable and safe and not politics.
We will need a headcount for lunch and now’s a perfect time to reserve your lunch and your 2021 season dues.
| Description | Price | |
| 2021 Membership | $30 |
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| 2021 Membership and Lunch | $45 |
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| 2021 Membership for one & Lunch x2 | $60 |
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| Lunch Only | $15 |
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| Mail in Form | ||
THINK ICE and let’s have a great 2021 Season,
John Stanton
NEIYA, Commodore
DN5023
John@neiya.org
P.S. If anyone has any questions, comments, concerns or thought please contact me directly.
Mea Culpa The Barbarians Broke Through
All conference call attendees and those that could not get on after I killed the meeting. My apologies I thought I had enough security set up but obviously not. Will have to implement additional safeguards going forward. Having new people in the crowd I did not know made things harder.
Checking schedules now and hope to redo this tomorrow night.
Think Ice and Internet Security,
John Stanton
NEIYA, Commodore
DN5023
john@neiya.org
1st Conference Call Tomorrow Night
All,
A little more then 24 hours from now we will have our gathering venue announcement and help guide new, newer, or returning iceboaters back onto the ice this coming season.
With all that has been going on in our own lives and the world as a whole, it will be nice to bring some glimmer of normalcy into our lives. I can’t think of a better way than to sheet in and go fast. Before we can go iceboating there are a few things that have to happen. Of course, the weather has to turn but I am thinking of our annual gathering and the preparation that goes into getting ready.
In preparation for the upcoming season and to be sure that we are only showing the most current classified inventory, all classified ads have been pulled. If you had a previously published ad and it is still for sale just email or leave a comment and we will put it back up. Please be wary of scammers. If you are suspicious it probably is a scam.
As mentioned tomorrow’s call will focus on Newbies and how to get everyone on the ice this season. There will be plenty of people on hand to help tonight and as the season begins.
Talk to you all tomorrow night. Check the conference all info above.
Think Ice,
John Stanton
NEIYA, Commodore
DN5023
john@neiya.org
P.S. Now is a good time to renew your NEIYA membership or join. Info to on the right.
New England Ice Yacht Association 