Information Thread - Oct. 11 / 08 Fun Run to Naples Bay Resort

[Bobthebuilder]

Oct 11, 2008 Fun Run to Naples Bay Resort, Naples, FL

Welcome to our inaugural run of the season. We will assemble at the south side of the Sanibel Bridge departing for Naples at 11:00 AM. We have an exciting new destination, the Yacht Club at Naples Bay Resort. The Yacht Club is a private, however FMO, Inc. secretary, Tom Cullen has arranged for our group to be his guest. Thank you Tom (OSO megabyte*3).

If you are able to join us, please post up here on OSO on either this thread or SMITHBOY’s roll call thread, or our FMO, Inc forum ( www.ftmyersoffshore.org ), or e mail me at bobthebuilder@rogers.blackberry.net. Also since we are now formally a Club, and this is a sanctioned club event we ask that you complete your membership application by going to www.ftmyersoffshore.org and download the membership form. You may either mail it in or submit at our lunch at Naples Bay Resort.
If your boats is down for service or repair and you feel like driving to NBR and joining us for lunch, Club members are most welcome to do so. Remember a social membership is only $35.00 and boaters membership is $60 and covers the family. It is always very social and a good time. Please let me know as the Yacht Club at NBR is asking for a head count. The address is: 1500 5th Ave; South, Naples.

Route: From the Sanibel Bridge we will run straight shot south for Naples and into Naples Bay via Gordon Pass. While we will spread out on the Gulf, we will need to run single file on Naples Bay. Some areas of the Bay will be idle zone and some will be 30 MPH.
Note to Marco and Naples boats. You are welcome to join me for the run up to the Sanibel Bridge to meet the main group of boats. I will leave Marco at 10 am and pass by Gordon Pass at 10:15 AM on the way north.

After Lunch: While the officially sanctioned run ends at Naples Bay Resort, a number of boats are planning on going over to the beach at Keewaydin after lunch. I’m told all are welcome.

Fuel / Distance: From the Sanibel Bridge to Gordon Pass is about 35 miles each way. It is about another 8 miles up the Bay to Naples Bay Resort. If going down to Keewaydin is in your plans, that is about 15 miles south of NBR.
There will be 93 Octane fuel available at NB Resort.

Food: The Yacht Club is putting on a great lunch buffet. Cost is $26.00 per head, and includes 3 entree’s, salads, ice tea / lemonade and desert. The group will also be charged $100 for a grill and attendant that we will have to find a way to cover.

Communications: Inter boat communication to be on VHF channel 72. Also My cell is 239-776-0481. Anyone dropping out after the start should let me know so we do not spend time waiting or looking for you. Leave a voice mail if no answer.

Pictures: Jay (OSO / FMO Jayboat) will be aboard Team PREDATOR, so make sure you come alongside for some great running shots of your boat as we head south to Naples. They will be posted on the forum and website, after the run.

Tide Info:

Cape Coral Bridge: LT: 8:14 AM; HT: 1:34 PM; LT: 8:52 PM
Sanibel Bridge: LT: 4:52 AM; HT: 11:16 AM; LT: 5:37 PM
Naples Bay: LT: 5:25 AM; HT: 11:23 AM; LT: 5:48 PM
Marco Island: LT: 4:47 AM; HT: 11:05 AM; LT: 5:10 PM

Waypoints:

Sanibel Bridge: N 26 29 00; W 82 00 88

Naples (Gordon Pass): N 26 05 50; W 81 48 67

Weather / Sea Conditions: NOAA Weather:

SATURDAY
NORTHEAST WINDS 5 TO 10 KNOTS...EXCEPT BECOMING
NORTHWEST NEAR THE COAST DURING THE AFTERNOON. SEAS 2 FEET. BAY
AND INLAND WATERS A LIGHT CHOP. A SLIGHT CHANCE OF SHOWERS

The Weather Channel: http://www.weather.com/outlook/trave...opnav_vacation

Safety: Each boat Captain is required to operate his / her vessel in a safe manner and is responsible for the safety of the crew and their safety. Familiarise yourself with BSAFE ( Boating Safety Association for Events ). Visit www.boatingsafe.org

Contact info: Bob cell: 239-776-0481. E mail: bobthebuilder@rogers.blackberry.net

[jayboat]

Looking forward to this one- it's been too long!

Here's a satellite view of the route and the lunch stop.
More pix of Naples Bay Resort on our site.

Click on the FORUM link and register!

[MegaByte*3]

I'm in.

Naples Bay Resort will have premium fuel available. Also, the pool will be open for those who choose to partake!

[rchevelle71]

Hey Guys, what is the total mileage, I am going to try to make it, just going crazy with work and home right now. The boat ran great last time out, so that shouldnt be an issue.

[Maritime_Eng]

Count us in as long as the winds are light. The motion is in the process of having the tanks redone, so we are taking the Fastcat!

[bajarick]

Hi Bob,
Flying in on tuesday. Will be on the run for saturday.
Can't wait to leave this cold damp weather in ohio!
See you soon,
Rick

[US MUSL]

Can I opt for the $16 PB & J instead of the $26 buffet and $100 grill cover charge? Just kidding, kind of. Counting down the days, see you guys next Saturday.

Jack

[Bobthebuilder]

Originally Posted by US MUSL

Can I opt for the $16 PB & J instead of the $26 buffet and $100 grill cover charge? Just kidding, kind of. Counting down the days, see you guys next Saturday.

Jack

I agree lunch is a bit on the expensive side Jack. Like everything else in Naples, I guess. We could have saved a couple of bucks by limiting it to 2 entre's instead of 3 but..... then there is the ambience as well.

I was at a poker run once and a group of sailboats came in and tied up. Wasn't long before they broke open their sandwiches and coolers and after that was done got $10 worth of gas and were on their way. Marina operator just shook his head. Dunno, maybe they are the smart ones!! LOL

[Earthwerks]

I'm innnn!!!!!!!!!

[rockstrmkr]

me tooo!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!