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• US Navy Destroyer Commissioning

  • Start
    10/02/2023
  • End
    10/07/2023
  • Location
    Port of Tampa

  UPDATED 9/24/23

  Commissioning week for the USS Jack H. Lucas will begin with the arrival of the vessel Monday, 10/2.  It will be a sight to see as she sails into Tampa Bay for the first time escorted by a well-recognized and a Tampa favorite, The Jose Gaspar.  From here, the week kicks off with a variety of community engaging events for the ship’s leadership and her crew, together with civic leaders and dignitaries.  Be sure to check out the event schedule and other information at www.ddg125.org and see the public’s opportunities to participate during commissioning week.

  Ship Statistics
  

  • Length -511 ft
  • Beam - 66.5 ft
  • Height - 150 ft

  Video of Ship's Initial Launching (click to view)

  Ship Tours
  Event tours start on Tuesday, Oct. 3 and end on Sat. the 7th, between 12:30 and 4:30 p.m.  UPDATE 9/24/23: According to the Port Tampa Bay website, "Tours are given on a first-come, first-serve basis. Participants on the tours are required to bring a valid U.S. ID and no bags or weapons are allowed."
  
  Commissioning Ceremony
  There are tickets available for the actual commissioning on the morning of the 7th.  Tickets are free.  Click here to register for tickets. Four tickets are available per person and you need to be able to submit the names of the people when you register for tickets. 

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• Dunedin Cup 2023 - Dinner and Awards - All Members Welcome

  • When
    10/07/2023
  •  
    7:00 PM - 9:30 PM
  • Location
    DBC Clubhouse
  • Spaces left
    83

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  All Members - Come Celebrate with the winners and participants of DBC’s 39’th Annual Dunedin Cup!

  Join us for the after party for the Dunedin Cup regatta.  This is the Dunedin Boat Club's signature sailing event of the year.  You don’t need to be an old salt to join the fun.  ALL MEMBERS and invited guests are invited to join us as we celebrate the outstanding captains and crew who make this race such a tremendous success.

  
  

  What's Included:  

  A wonderful "Surf & Turf" dinner!

  • Tender Roast Beef Au Jus
  • Succulent Shrimp
  • Roasted Potatoes
  • A superb Salad Bar
  • Deserts that will make waves
  • 3 drink tickets per adult attendee for beer and wine
  • Water and Sodas

  
  

  Spaces available:  100

  
  

  Attendees:  DBC Members, Dunedin Cup Captains & Crew, and invited guests.  Per DBC Guidelines, each member can invite a maximum of 2 guests.

  
  

  Event Fee & Registration:  $25 per member / $40 per guest - Online registration and online payment is required.
  

  • Registration Note 1:  Registration closes on Wednesday 10/4/2023.  Tickets will not be sold at the door.
  • Registration Note 2:  Each member of a Family Membership will need to login and register separately.  For example if a husband and wife are both attending, each will need to login and register using their own login id.

  
  

  Registration Note:  Dunedin Boat Club Race Committee

  
  

  
  

  Our Hosts:  Dunedin Boat Club Race Committee

  
  

  Dunedin Cup Hats:  Members can purchase Dunedin Cup Regatta Hats for $25 HERE.  Orders close on September 28th

  Volunteers Sign Up: Click here
  

  Our Hosts:  Dunedin Boat Club Race Committee

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• St. Joseph Sound Flats Classic 2023 - Gala Dinner & Auction

  • When
    10/12/2023
  •  
    6:00 PM - 10:00 PM
  • Location
    Dunedin Golf Club, 1050 Palm Blvd., Dunedin, FL 34698

  
  

                 
  Hosted by the Dunedin Boat Club and the Rotary Club of Dunedin.

  
  

  When: October 12, 2023

  Time: 6:00 – 10:00 PM

  Where: Dunedin Golf Club, 1050 Palm Blvd. in Dunedin.

  
  

  Get more details and purchase your tickets at the link below!

  
  

  Purchase Tickets to Gala Dinner and Auction
  

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• St. Joseph Sound Flats Classic Fishing Tournament 2023 - 2’nd Annual Charity Event Hosted by the Dunedin Boat Club and the Rotary Club of Dunedin

  • When
    10/13/2023
  •  
    6:30 AM - 1:00 PM
  • Location
    DBC Clubhouse and Dunedin Marina

  
  

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  Hosted by the Dunedin Boat Club and the Rotary Club of Dunedin.
  

  Mark your calendars to join us for our 2nd Annual Flats Fishing Tournament and Fundraiser!

  For more details including sponsorship opportunities, please click on the link below.

  St. Joseph Sound Flats Classic Website
  

  
  

  STARTING LOCATION:  Dunedin Boat Club Clubhouse

  Click here for Address & Directions to the DBC Clubhouse

  
  

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• Ship's Store is Open - Halloween Party Sale

  • When
    10/20/2023
  •  
    6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
  • Location
    DBC Clubhouse

  
  

  Stop by to see all the new items we have for sale.   We look forward to seeing you there!
  

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• Halloween Party 2023

  • When
    10/28/2023
  •  
    6:30 PM - 9:30 PM
  • Location
    DBC Clubhouse

  
  

  Details to be provided when available.

  Bring a dish to share.

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• Dunedin Chamber of Commerce - Business After Hours at DBC - 2023

  • When
    11/08/2023
  •  
    5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
  • Location
    DBC Clubhouse

        

  We are proud to host the Dunedin Chamber of Commerce for the monthly Business After Hours event at the Dunedin Boat Club.  Business After Hours provides an opportunity for local area businesses to network and collaborate in an informal setting.  The Dunedin Boat Club welcomes the opportunity to support The City of Dunedin, the Dunedin Chamber of Commerce, and our local business community.

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• Ship's Store is Open - Chili Cook Off

  • When
    11/10/2023
  •  
    6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
  • Location
    DBC Clubhouse

  
  

  Stop by to see all the new items we have for sale.   We look forward to seeing you there!
  

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• Chili Cook-off & Nautical Auction 2023

  • When
    11/10/2023
  •  
    6:30 PM - 9:30 PM
  • Location
    DBC Clubhouse

  
  

  Calling all cooks! 

  Bring a crockpot of your best chili!

  Compete for these coveted DBC Chili Awards:

  • Best Appearance
    
  • Best Overall
    
  • Best Afterburn
    

  Everyone is invited to bring an appetizer, side, or dessert to share.  Renee says she likes cornbread with her chili, too.

  Nautical Auction

  Clean out your garage and boat for any nautical items you want to donate. All proceeds from the auction go to the Boat Club! (No furniture, please.)

  
  

  You can drop off your auction items at the DBC Clubhouse starting (TBD).

  
  

  OUR HOSTS:  

  • TBD
    

  ATTENDEES:  

  • DBC Members and Invited guests
  • NOTE:  Per DBC guidelines, each adult member can invite a maximum of 2 guests.

  
  DONATION FEE:

  • There is no charge for the event.
    
    

  WHAT'S INCLUDED:  

  • Some of the best chili you have ever had. 
  • Beer and wine will be served. 
    
    

  WHAT TO BRING:  

  • Please bring an appetizer, side, or dessert to share!!
    
    

  REGISTRATION:  

  • PLEASE REGISTER ONLINE:  So we have an accurate headcount and can plan accordingly, please click on the blue "Register" button on this page to register yourself and any guests you may be bringing.
  • BRINGING GUESTS?  When registering and bringing guests, enter the number of ADDITIONAL guests you plan to bring.  DO NOT include yourself in the guest count.
  • BRINGING CHILII?  When registering, please indicate if you plan to bring a chili for the competition.  That way we know how many outlets are needed for crockpots / warmers people may bring.  
  • REGISTRATION CUTOFF DATE:  So we have an accurate headcount, registration will end one day before the event.
    
    

  ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:  

  • If you have questions or need additional information, please TEXT Renee Radalinsky.  Renee's contact information can be found in the online member directory.

  
  

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• Commodore's Annual Caladesi Thanksgiving Weekend Trip 2023

  • When
    11/24/2023
  •  
    11:00 AM
  • Location
    Caladesi Marina

  More details to be provided when available.
  

  Co-Hosts:  Harold and Lucindy Schomaker

  Cruisers:  Plan to stay at the Caladesi Marina overnight.  Traditionally our cruisers stay overnight on Friday night, and many stay overnight on Saturday night as well.  There is usually a bonfire and cookout, and there have been a few occasions when we watched "Captain Ron".  It is always a fun day on Caladesi and a fun evening around the campfire.

  Non-cruisers:  Bring your boat for the day, catch a ride over/back with a friend, or take the Caladesi Ferry over/back for the day.

  
  

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• Clubhouse Holiday Decorating Party 2023

  • When
    11/26/2023
  •  
    2:00 PM - 5:00 PM
  • Location
    DBC Clubhouse

  

  Attention DBC Members!  come one, come all!! 

  • It is time for our annual Clubhouse Holiday Decorating Party. 
  • This is always a fun event and gets everyone in the Holiday Spirit!
  • A speciality drink will be served!

  What to Bring:

  • Bring a dish to share.
  • Bring any holiday decorations you no longer use.  Ours are in short supply!  Please make sure the decorations are in working order.

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• Skipper's Meeting for 2023 Lighted Boat Parade

  • When
    11/30/2023
  •  
    6:30 PM
  • Location
    DBC Clubhouse - 49 Marina Plaza, Dunedin, FL 34698 (West side of the Dunedin Marina).

  This meeting is mandatory for all Skipper's participating in the 2023 Lighted Boat Parade.

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• DBC's Annual Lighted Holiday Boat Parade 2023

  • When
    12/02/2023
  •  
    6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
  • Location
    Starts at Marker 1 Marina and ends at City of Dunedin Marina
  • Spaces left
    40

   

  IMPORTANT NOTES:

  • PARTICIPATION:  This event is open to all boaters (Members and Non-Members).  Registration is required to participate. 
  • REGISTRATION:  
  • • REGISTRATION STARTS:  November 1, 2023
    • REGISTRATION ENDS:  November 29, 2023 at Midnight
    • TO REGISTER:  Click on the blue "Register" button on this page. 
      NOTE:  The "Register" button will no longer appear once registration is closed.
  • FEES:  There is no fee to register and participate.  However, there is a limited number of registrations available.  If you register, please plan to participate. 
  • MAXIMUM PARTICIPANTS:  40 boats
  • STARTING LOCATION:  The parade will begin at Marker 1 Marina, located on the Dunedin Causeway
  • ENDING LOCATION:  The parade will conclude at the City of Dunedin Marina.
  • START TIME:  The parade will leave from Marker 1 Marina starting at 6:00 PM.  
  • SKIPPER'S INSTRUCTIONS:  Skipper's Instructions for the parade will be provided within your registration confirmation email.
  • MANDATORY SKIPPER'S MEETING:  The Skipper's meeting for the parade will be at the Dunedin Boat Club Clubhouse on Thursday, November 30th at 6:30 PM.  The address is:  49 Marina Plaza, Dunedin, FL 34698 (West side of the Dunedin Marina).
  • JUDGING LOCATION:  The judging will be conducted as you pass through the channel coming into the City of Dunedin Marina.
    
  • WAIVER:  Skippers are required to read and agree to a waiver during registration.  Acceptance of the waiver is a requirement to participate in the Lighted Boat Parade.
  • NO POLITICAL DECORATIONS:  We ask that boat decorations DO NOT contain politically related messages.
  • NO SANTA COSTUMES:  So we don't confuse the kids, we ask that boat decorations and crew DO NOT contain a likeness of Santa, as the real Santa will be arriving on the last boat.

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• Ship's Store is Open - Friday Night Sunset Sale

  • When
    12/08/2023
  •  
    4:30 PM - 6:30 PM
  • Location
    DBC Clubhouse

  
  

  Stop by to see all the new items we have for sale.   We look forward to seeing you there!
  

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• DBC Blood Drive with OneBlood

  • When
    12/13/2023
  •  
    9:00 AM - 2:00 PM
  • Location
    Marina Parking Lot, Across from Olde Bay Cafe

  
  

  DETAILS:

  • Organized By:  Chris Benson
  • Registration:  Follow the link below to schedule an appointment at the OneBlood website.

    LINK PROVIDED WHEN AVAILABLE - Schedule an Appointment at OneBlood

  • People's Stories:  Click on this link to read the stories of people who have been helped by OneBlood blood donors.

      OneBlood Testimonials

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• 2024 DBC Cruise aboard the Star Flyer Clipper from St. Maarten

  • When
    01/20/2024
  • Location
    St. Maarten

  

  

  
  

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