04/30 - 05/02 - Lopez Island Opening Weekend

Rock-C · Posted: Mon Feb 23, 2004 1:34 pm Post subject:

We are also planning on the Lopez gathering. It will be our first trip to the San Jaun's. Can someone suggest a good launching site. I was thinking Deception Pass or Anacortes. How about moorage at Fisherman Bay. Who do we contact, (which marina). Do we set up our own arrangements or are we going as a group?

DaveS · Posted: Mon Feb 23, 2004 2:54 pm Post subject:

Since I volunteered to be "group moderator", I've made the following arrangements.

This morning I phoned the Lopez Islander Marina Resort at Fisherman's Bay on Lopez Island. I spoke with Kathy who has assisted us in this gathering for the past three years.
I made reservations for 15 C-Dorys (sizes 16' to 25') for the nights of Fri. 4/30 and Sat. 5/1. Kathy did not make the offer of free slips this year and quoted me the following cost structure of $24.95 for vessels up to and including 25' and $29.95 for vessels 26'-30'. (If I'm not mistaken this includes shore power).
This year we are unable to secure the recreational room (as it is now an exercise room) for our traditional Sat. night BBQ, but I did rent the private dining room. We will still be able to BBQ outside, but we will be unable to do the "Liquor Store Group Gathering Licensing" as in the past and will be constricted to not consuming "bring in alcohol" and instead if we wish to drink, we'll be at the mercy of purchasing from the bar. (Obviously, this will not inhibit me from consuming on the dock prior to our migration to the dining room).
For further information regarding the site you may view www.lopezislander.com For those of you planning to attended sans vessel or don't wish to sleep on your vessel, rooms are available to rent and can be viewed on their website.
To secure your reservations you may call Kathy at 1-800-736-3434. After counting the number of vessels that have already signed up to attend on our "Event Signup" thread, I'm guessing that I did not tell Kathy to hold an adequate number of slips....therefore I encourage you to call now and make the reservations. (I'm sure more slips are available). Additionally be sure to tell Kathy you are with all those C-Dorys.

Rock-C · Posted: Mon Feb 23, 2004 5:27 pm Post subject:

Dave
Thanks for the quick reply. Are we going to see the SSSS at Lopez?
Terry

DaveS · Posted: Mon Feb 23, 2004 7:59 pm Post subject:

Doug / Liberty Call · Posted: Tue Feb 24, 2004 11:45 am Post subject:

From the charts and write-ups I am planning on launching from the Skyline Marine in Flounder Bay on Friday morning. Does anyone have any experience with this facility? Is this a good plan or is there a better option?

Liberty Call

Catman · Posted: Fri Feb 27, 2004 12:34 pm Post subject:

Doug, I'm one who likes Skyline. Oh, sure, they're comparative snobs, you'll pay more than Anacortes or the state park, and parking can be a challenge if you don't want to pay. But the location is primo, they're careful with the strap launch, your trailer avoids an acid bath, supplies are right there, and it's a fairly quiet place.
Still, most guys prefer other places.

Jon - CLou · Posted: Fri Feb 27, 2004 9:26 pm Post subject:

Hey Brockster, looks like I lucked out. No revenge this year for you big guy, it sounds like the Ping Pong table is off limits. Smile

Jon

Jon - CLou · Posted: Fri Feb 27, 2004 9:57 pm Post subject:

Hey Dave, is the $25.00 fee for both nights?

Les Lampman · Posted: Fri Feb 27, 2004 11:54 pm Post subject:

Pat Anderson · Posted: Sat Feb 28, 2004 1:56 am Post subject:

We think Twin Bridges (the Skagit County site under the bridge, not the private facility) is the better choice. We tried Skyline, it cost a fortune for our 22' ($37) and the attendant was not really in charge of the line of cars trying to get to the sling, tt was really disorganized. YMMV.

DaveS · Posted: Sat Feb 28, 2004 2:04 am Post subject:

Pat Anderson · Posted: Sat Feb 28, 2004 9:36 am Post subject:

I suggest everyone who is sensitive about snoring get right on down to Napa Auto Parts and get your foam ear plugs...we decided against the Powell trip, too much driving, so we be going to Lopez...

Jon - CLou · Posted: Sat Feb 28, 2004 4:44 pm Post subject:

Dave, $25 here, $25 there. Hey, what the heck, we're having a blast.

DaveS · Posted: Sat Feb 28, 2004 8:12 pm Post subject:

Pat Anderson · Posted: Sun Feb 29, 2004 1:32 pm Post subject:

Amen, Rev!