Past Grand Banks Rendezvous
The 10th Annual Suncoast Grand Banks/Eastbay Rendezvous was held May 17th and 18th, 2002 at the San Diego Yacht Club. A lack if availability of slips caused some of the attending boats to be rafted in La Playa Cove while the others obtained guest slips at the SDYC. Friday night’s usual pot-luck dinner was replaced with a boat-to-boat party which was boatloads of fun.
Saturday’s events were held in the Staff Commodore’s room at the Yacht Club. Seminars included the ever popular Ford Lehman clinic by Bob Smith of American Diesel Corp. Also featured were representatives from Hawthorne Power Systems to speak about Caterpillar Engines and Cummins Cal Pacific to speak about Cummins engines. Marilyn Henley, author of ‘Cooking on the Hook’ (her book is out now and available at cookbooksbymarilyn.com) spoke on cooking aboard. Other talks included the subjects of exterior maintenance, pets aboard and maintenance questions. Owners of 27 boats were given time to visit and view each other’s boats prior to dinner.
Saturday night’s dinner was held at the SDYC and enjoyed by all. After dinner, Bob Phillips of Grand Banks shared information and a slide show of current events at the Grand Banks factory. Door prizes were given away and each boat went home with lots of goodies.
Thanks to all of the owners who attended this grand event! Thanks also to all of the generous individuals and companies who donated door prizes!
RENDEZVOUS ARCHIVES - Grand Banks and Eastbay owners enjoy the opportunity to get together and make new friends with similar interests.
Informative seminars are presented by guest speakers during the weekend.
Pictured here is Bob Smith of American Diesel Corp. speaking with Grand Banks owners about the Ford Lehman engine.
One of the most fun things of the rendezous is all the different vintages, styles and sizes of boats made by one manufacturer docked at the same location. Attendees enjoy seeing each others boats during "Open Boat Viewing Time." These Grand Banks and Eastbays and an Alaskan were docked at our facility in May 2001 during the Grand Banks and Eastbay Rendezvous.
Saturday evening's catered dinner is followed by a guest speaker. Speakers in the past have included Sid Stapleton; retired Astronaut and GB32 owner, Wally Schirra; and Duncan McIntosh of SEA Magazine.
Here, Wally Schirra addresses the group at the May 2001 Grand Banks and Eastbay Rendezvous.
Our rendezvous' are well sponsored by many generous vendors who donate door prizes and sponsors who make special events possible.
Saturday night's guest speaker is followed by drawings for door prizes. Here is a happy winner of a grand prize, a folding bicycle donated by Roger Harris of First New England Financial.
The Adalian's GB32, JONATHAN is not only probably the world's only GB32 Europa, it is a marvel to see all the custom work Garry has done.
Dick and Marty Barck are always ready to welcome new and returning friends aboard tehir GB32, STARDUST.
This darling little dog was looking ot see what action she was missing! She was spotted aboard Jim Sausser's GB48, GRAND DELIGHT.
The Burgess' aboard their brand new GB46 Europa!
The aft cockpit makes for a great place to socialize during the weekend event.
Fresh baked still warm cookies greeted visitors who arrived at O'MOLLY, GB36 Sedan owned by Dan & Molly Clawson.
Charlie and Marie Haggard cruised down from north of San Diego to attend the event aboard their beautiul Alaskan.
Open Boat viewing time is always popular so participants can see each others boats, equipment and modifications.
Bart and Charlotte Marshall were cruising their boat in Mexico at the time of this Rendezvous, but made a special trip up to attend the festivities.
Steve and Fran Greene aboard their GB36 Classic.
Jackie Mowry gave a great talk on interior decor for yachts.
Caterpillar engines was the topic of discussion aboard our stock Eastbay 43.
What a fine looking group of yachts!
Dennis Lynaugh of the Welcome Aboard catalog displayed products and answered questions.
Saturday night's dinner at the San Diego Yacht Club was fun and informative.
All enjoyed good food, good company, an interesting speaker and many door prizes.
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Wally and Jo Schirra joined us for dinner.
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