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April 2026 | 'The Neuse Juice' | Volume 53 Number 3 |
Commodore's Log Cruising weather has arrived! It’s here just in time for the Oriental Boat Show and the year’s NSA cruises to follow! If you are in town for the boat show occurring on April 10-12, stop by the Nautical Cooperative of Oriental and say hello to the NSA members who will be answering attendees questions about what we do, along with representatives from SCO and ODC. Also, be sure to stop by the Rotary Club’s nautical flea market and make them an offer on some of the huge inventory they always have on hand. All proceeds go to charities within Pamlico County. I’m still land bound for a few (or several) more weeks, but I hope to see many of you again on one or more of the upcoming year’s cruises sooner rather than later. Check out the cruise schedule and start adding them to your calendar. Until then cruises start, enjoy the awesome day sailing weather that will be here to stay by the weekend. Rick Edwards 
Membership Log It’s that time of year… please renew your membership if you haven’t done so already! You should have received an email about renewal, but if you missed it you can also sign into the website to pay your annual dues. THANK YOU for being a member of NSA! We are gearing up for a wonderful season. Please come see us at the Oriental Boat Show April 10-12! As in years past, we will be sharing a table with the other local sailing clubs under the NCO banner. We still have a few slots open for volunteers to represent NSA on Saturday and Sunday. Please sign up here. Please help me welcome our new corporate sponsorship members:
We are also happy to welcome new members:
Lost your name tag? You can order a new one through our website for just $5. Liz Mason
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While the temperatures were not exactly springlike, the sun was out, the shrimp and side dishes were great and the attendance was huge at the NSA Shrimperoo last month. It was fun to catch up with so many NSA'ers and meet new members as well. 
Special Events Log Ta While Tiki Bob was busy supplying drinks, a line for shrimp started to form and The 50/50 raffle raised $400, all of which the clu The weather may not have been the best but everyone enjoyed themselves. Howard & Ros Cheethen
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Saturday March 28th started wet and dreary after a cold front passed over Oriental, dropping temperatures by 45 degrees from Friday's balmy summer like weather. By early afternoon the temperature had risen at least into the low 60's and the sun was shining as our team of wonderful volunteers started to arrive.
bles and chairs were cleaned of the "yellow peril," and serving tables and a "kitchen" were set-up. Aluminum foil shields surrounded the Sterno heaters, and barricades were constructed around the propane stoves to protect them from the wind. By 1pm the "chefs" had water boiling and would soon start cooking the first batch of shrimp. A big SHOUT-OUT to Dave Sargent (M and Ms) for supplying the shrimp at cost.
The registration desks were ready and soon long lines formed as members collected wristbands and drink tickets, and guests paid their way in. Our musician Christopher Siren set up and provided background music (which had people dancing later in the day). A wonderful array of side-dishes and desserts provided by our members soon filled the serving table on the deck (you're wonderful!)
our servers ensured everyone received a fair share. Once we were confident that we had more than enough shrimp we opened up for "seconds and thirds," as our 100lb supply of shrimp was rapidly consumed. 
b and the winner donated to Pamlico Firestation #19. Fire Chief Eric Kindle arrived in time to be presented with a check.
Finally a big thanks to Rotary for the tables and tents and to the Oriental Inn and Marrina for the membership office and discounted beer and wine for the club.
Cruising Log Its true. Its happening. We survived a hard Southern winter and now we have the first cruise of the season just ahead of us! Time to check your coolant, oil, and transmission fluid levels, tap the fuel gauge to make sure its reading right, exercise the windlass, eyeball all the seacocks, confirm the fridge still chills your favorite beverage to optimal temps, pat/scratch yourself on the back with your boat hook, and register for the Spring Cruise to Southwest Creek on the NSA website! Cara and Jason Keys have put together a great shakedown opportunity for the NSA for April 25-26. If you haven’t made this trip before, this is the perfect opportunity to experience one of the Neuse’s best kept secrets, just a tack or two across the river. At my age I’ve been to a few nice bonfires but nothing compares to the view out across the creek and marsh from the sandy nook we have at our disposal in the anchorage on this trip. If any new cruisers (or older ones as well!) has any questions or concerns about the trip, please reach out to Jason and Cara or myself and we will make sure you are as prepared as possible. Please remember that the NSA has a new policy in effect this year where cruisers bring their own beverages so make sure to come prepared. I heard a rumor that the Air Show cruise captains/co-captains are hard at work finalizing their plans for the inaugural happening of this cruise May 9-10. Very excited to see what the salty cabal of seasoned cruisers of Bruce, Kay, Werner, and Calley have in store for all of us! Rich Mason
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Communications Log (aka website)
Reach out to us if we have any ideas on changes or updates to the newsletter and website. Now
is a good time to update your profile avatar… (avatar means Picture) as
we are now featuring pictures on the Directory and Home Page of all
members... so we know what we look like!
---> or send your picture to vccommunications@neusesailingassociation.org and we'll take care of it!
We have some sections of the website you need to see… (click the links to view)
Neuse Juice Newsletter If you missed something going on with the club,... catch up here -> Our past Newsletters “The Neuse Juice” Please send your stories and photos to vccommunications@neusesailingassociation.org, and add "Neuse Juice" in the subject line. Erik Hardtle
1974 Gulfstar
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Social Media Log & Chandlery
Christa Kreutz has graciously agreed to take over merchandise sales and ordering. 
She will have newly designed tee shirts for purchase and I can’t wait to see them!
Welcome to all our new members that joined our Facebook group! Anyone else that has yet to join, please do. It is a private group only for our members. Be sure to answer the questions when requesting to join to avoid automatically being declined.
Kathy Kenny
Vice Commodore - Social Media & Merchandise
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