Peninsula Yacht Club

The 74th Annual South Bay Opening Day
Boating Festival and Decorated Boat Parade May 18, 19, 20 2012
The public is invited to join the yacht clubs and boating organizations of the South Bay and the Port of Redwood City for the 2012 South Bay Opening Day. This year’s theme is “Rockin' & Rollin' on the South Bay” SBOD Festival events will begin Friday evening May 18^th with a wonderful dinner at Coyote point YC and close Sunday morning May 20^th with a Gin Fizz Brunch at the historic South Bay YC.

There will be lots of great exhibits, water activities and other tasty dining options to fill your weekend. All activities (other than meals and libations) are free to the public. Come and experience the unique resource we have in our own Redwood Creek and the fun activities around the adjacent port facilities. Join with other yacht clubs and boating organizations in decorating, parading and having fun. Yacht club participants will each receive PICYA Coty points.

All those with Sailboats, Powerboats, Jet Ski’s, Canoes and Kayaks are invited to participate in the parade in support of this community event. Organizations are encouraged to participate by sponsoring a youth group or youth program. Register your boat now! The highlight of the weekend will start on Saturday after 10:30 am line up for the parade.

The Opening Day Decorated Boat Parade and Blessing of the Fleet will take place at the observation deck of the Port of Redwood City at 11:00. Spectators will vote for their favorite decorated boat to determine who will receive the coveted “Spectators Choice Award”.

Enjoy the many exhibits in the Sequoia YC parking lot area Saturday, including booths by the Marine Science Institute, Police and Fire departments, West Marine/Leukemia Foundation, Dock-walkers, Power Squadron’s special fire extinguishing simulator, and the Coast Guard Auxiliary. Our Grand Marshall this year is Assemblyman Jerry Hill!

If you or your organization would like to participate with a free booth, please contact the SBOD we would love to include you in the festivities. Donations too are welcome and tax deductible. Water activities also include; Los Gatos Invitational Challenge 1pm Sunday, Coast Guard cutter Friday evening and Saturday, Rowing club and Kayaking demos, and the Sea and Mariner Scouts. After the boat parade check out the booths and music as we wait the judge’s decisions and the exciting awards ceremony. Door prizes will be handed out too during your lunch at Sequoia YC. Free van shuttle to and from WestPoint marina to Sequoia YC lunch and Peninsula YC for Dinner. Call Judi 510-449-1618.

Boating Activities: Friday 5/18 Boats arriving in the South Bay may dock at: Coyote Point YC guest dock, This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it Sequoia YC’s guest dock and Redwood City marina , Port Captain Dan Lockwood 650 6199938; Mark at WestPoint Marina 650-224­3250, www.westpointharbor.com. Be sure to contact each ASAP for slip availability and arrival instructions (free or reduced rates if with SBOD, ask them). Saturday 5/19 9:00 am Outrigger Race 10:30 am Decorated Boat Parade participants assemble in Redwood Creek 11:00 am Decorated Boat Parade and Blessing of the Fleet begins 2:00 pm Decorated Boat Parade Awards presentation.

Sunday 5/20 1:00 pm Los Gatos Invitational Challenge begins in turning basin

Dining Activities:

Friday 5/18 Dinner Coyote Point Yacht Club
Call for reservations.

Saturday 5/19 Breakfast - Lunch
Sequoia Yacht Club - (650) 361-9472 441 Seaport Court, Redwood City www.sequoiayc.org 8-10 am Breakfast Menu: All you can eat Pancakes, Eggs, Fruit Juice, Coffee and Tea – $8 pp. Bloody Mary’s and mimosas - $5 ea.
12:00 pm BBQ Lunch Menu: Hamburger, hot dogs, chips, salad, and cookies - $12. Pp Beer in club parking lot $4.

Saturday 5/19 Dinner and Dancing
Peninsula Yacht Club – 1536 Maple Street, Redwood City
Music by the fabulous Thrillseekers
$20 advance (by May 16) or $25 at the door
5:00 pm Cocktails/Appetizers.
7:00 pm Dinner
Menu choices include:

• Top Sirloin Steak or Salmon or Vegetarian Lasagna
• Baked potatoes with all the fixins or Rice pilaf
• Green Salad
• Vegetables
• French Bread
• Baklava by Jerry