Lift-out Wrap-up

We managed to  get great weather for our 2024 lift-out. We safely lifted 48 boats onto the parking lot. The possible removal of the fuel tanks from the driveway and fire restrictions on the North side now limit us to the parking lot. The parking lot is very crowded but all the boats are accessible.

This is the second year we have used the hydraulic lift trailer to move boats away from the crane pad. Much thanks to Barry for organizing and executing the hydraulic trailer activities.

Our lift-out crew performed extremely well. We had almost no instances when the slings were hanging empty over the water. Thanks to our volunteers for the great job and to the boat owners for being ready when their time came.

Cradle moving took place the week before. We managed to deliver the cradles over torn up roads through a big soccer tournament. Cradle moving is a somewhat invisible activity, but essential for the lift-out. Much thanks to our volunteers for a great job.

The lunch provided at the lighthouse was excellent. Thank you very much to the organizers and the people that provided the pots of chili, meatballs, lasagna, salads and especially the desserts.

Lift-in and lift-out are not a service provided by KYC or the marina. They are cooperative club activities performed by club members for the benefit of our boat owners. I have to thank the number of volunteers who stepped up early and performed so well.

The preparations for this year's lift-out should provide a solid groundwork for future lifts. I hope whoever takes my place next year gets everyone's full support.