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    • 10/02/2023
    • 10/07/2023
    • 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. 

    • 10/07/2023
    • 7:00 PM - 9:30 PM
    • DBC Clubhouse
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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
    • 10/12/2023
    • 6:00 PM - 10:00 PM
    • 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

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


    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


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


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

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


    Details to be provided when available.

    Bring a dish to share.

    • 11/08/2023
    • 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
    • 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.

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


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

    • 11/10/2023
    • 6:30 PM - 9:30 PM
    • 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.


    • 11/24/2023
    • 11:00 AM
    • 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.


    • 11/26/2023
    • 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM
    • 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.
    • 11/30/2023
    • 6:30 PM
    • 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.

    • 12/02/2023
    • 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
    • Starts at Marker 1 Marina and ends at City of Dunedin Marina
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    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.
    • 12/08/2023
    • 4:30 PM - 6:30 PM
    • DBC Clubhouse


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

    • 12/13/2023
    • 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM
    • 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

    Past events

    09/18/2023 Ship's Store is Open - Before Membership Meeting Sale
    09/12/2023 DBC Blood Drive with OneBlood
    08/19/2023 Palm Pavilion Gathering on Clearwater Beach
    08/04/2023 Ship's Store is Open - Friday Night Sunset Sale
    07/15/2023 Annual Pig Roast 2023
    06/19/2023 Ship's Store is Open - Before Membership Meeting Sale
    06/17/2023 EVENT CANCELLED - Captain's Laundry Race - 2023
    06/10/2023 Island Party - 2023
    06/07/2023 DBC Blood Drive with OneBlood
    05/17/2023 Landlubbers Cruising Social - Crystal River
    05/06/2023 Kentucky Derby Watch Party 2023
    05/06/2023 Ship's Store is Open - Kentucky Derby
    04/15/2023 Clubhouse Workday - Spring Cleaning
    04/14/2023 Ship's Store is Open - Sunset Happy Hour
    04/14/2023 1'st Annual Burning of the Socks and Sunset Happy Hour
    03/20/2023 Ship's Store is Open - Prior To Membership Meeting
    03/15/2023 DBC Blood Drive with OneBlood
    03/11/2023 Caladesi Island - Day Cruise - March 2023
    02/20/2023 Ship's Store is Open - Before Membership Meeting & Key Exchange
    02/18/2023 Mardi Gras Parade 2023
    02/11/2023 Spaghetti Dinner Fundraiser 2023
    02/11/2023 Ship's Store is Open - Before and during Spaghetti Dinner 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM
    02/11/2023 Mardi Gras Float Work Session #4
    02/11/2023 Blessing of the Fleet 2023
    02/04/2023 Mardi Gras Float Work Session #3
    01/28/2023 Mardi Gras Float Work Session #2
    01/27/2023 Scotch Whisky Tasting - 2023
    01/21/2023 Mardi Gras Float Work Session #1
    01/14/2023 Change of Watch 2023 - Tribute Dinner, Awards, and Dance
    12/14/2022 DBC Blood Drive with OneBlood
    12/09/2022 Ship's Store is Open - Friday Night Sunset Sale
    12/03/2022 DBC's Annual Holiday Party and Boat Parade Awards 2022
    12/03/2022 DBC's Annual Lighted Holiday Boat Parade 2022
    11/27/2022 Clubhouse Holiday Decorating Party 2022
    11/26/2022 Caladesi Island - Day Trip
    11/25/2022 Caladesi Island - Overnight Boat Trip
    11/19/2022 Clubhouse Workday - Fall Cleaning
    11/11/2022 2022 Chili Cook-off & Nautical Auction
    10/28/2022 Flats Fishing Tournament & Awards - A Charity Event Hosted by the Dunedin Boat Club and the Rotary Club of Dunedin
    10/27/2022 2022 St. Joseph Sound Flats Classic Dinner & Silent Auction
    10/21/2022 Ship's Store is Open - Friday Night Sunset Sale
    10/10/2022 2022 DBC Cruise on Carnival Freedom
    09/23/2022 Dunedin Cup 2022 - Skipper's Dinner
    09/19/2022 Ship's Store is Open - Porch Sale Before Membership Meeting
    09/14/2022 DBC Blood Drive with OneBlood
    08/20/2022 Palm Pavilion and Clearwater Beach
    08/13/2022 Clubhouse Workday - Volunteers Needed
    07/24/2022 DBC Funday On The Water at Three Rooker Island
    07/16/2022 Annual Pig Roast 2022
    06/24/2022 CANCELLED due to heat - Ship's Store is Open - Friday Night Sunset Sale
    06/18/2022 Captain's Laundry Race and Pirate Rendezvous 2022
    06/08/2022 DBC Blood Drive with OneBlood
    05/22/2022 US Coast Guard Auxiliary - Free Vessel Safety Inspections @ Dunedin Marina
    05/20/2022 Ship's Store is Open - Friday Night Sunset Sale
    05/15/2022 DBC Funday On The Water at Three Rooker Sandbar
    05/07/2022 Kentucky Derby Watch Party 2022
    05/01/2022 Dunedin Cares - PBJ & More Challenge
    04/23/2022 Spring Sunset Party with Cannon at Sunset
    04/22/2022 Ship's Store is Open - Friday Night Sunset Sale
    04/20/2022 Dunedin Chamber of Commerce - Business After Hours at DBC - 2022
    04/16/2022 Clubhouse Workday - Clean Building Exterior and Porches
    03/25/2022 Ship's Store is Open - Friday Night Sunset Sale
    03/19/2022 Clubhouse Workday - Clean INSIDE Walls of Clubhouse
    03/11/2022 Sock Hop - Party like it's 1959!!
    03/08/2022 DBC Blood Drive with OneBlood
    02/26/2022 Mardi Gras Parade 2022
    02/21/2022 Ship's Store is Open - Key Exchange Sunset Sale
    02/19/2022 Workday at Clubhouse - Spring Clean the Attic
    02/18/2022 Spaghetti Dinner Fundraiser 2022
    02/12/2022 Blessing of the Fleet 2022
    01/21/2022 Ship's Store is Open - BONUS: Clearance Sale on Christmas Items
    01/08/2022 Change of Watch 2022 - Tribute Dinner, Awards, and Dance
    01/06/2022 Walt Weber - Memories Exchange with Walt's Family & Other DBC Members
    12/22/2021 Holiday Lights Tour with Local Tiki Rides - Tour 2 of 2
    12/15/2021 Holiday Lights Tour with Local Tiki Rides - Tour 1 of 2
    12/11/2021 Dunedin Christmas & Holiday Street Parade
    12/10/2021 Ship's Store is Open - Friday Night Piper on the Pier Sunset Sale AND Food Drive Drop-off
    12/10/2021 Holiday Food & Toy Drive Fridays
    12/09/2021 DBC Blood Drive with OneBlood
    12/04/2021 DBC's Annual Holiday Party and Boat Parade Awards 2021
    12/04/2021 DBC's Annual Lighted Holiday Boat Parade 2021
    12/03/2021 Holiday Food & Toy Drive Fridays
    11/27/2021 Street Parade Float Decoration - Work Day
    11/26/2021 Holiday Food & Toy Drive Fridays
    11/21/2021 All Hands On Deck!! DBC Clubhouse Holiday Decorating Event
    11/20/2021 Street Parade Float Construction - Work Day
    11/19/2021 Holiday Food & Toy Drive Fridays
    11/19/2021 Ship's Store is Open - Friday Night Piper on the Pier Sunset Sale
    11/12/2021 Chili Cook-off & Nautical Auction
    10/22/2021 Ship's Store is Open - Friday Night Sunset Sale
    09/24/2021 Dunedin Cup 2021 - Pre-Regatta Dinner and Party
    09/17/2021 Ship's Store is Open - Friday Night Sunset Sale
    08/21/2021 Captain's Laundry Race Dinner & Awards
    08/21/2021 Captain's Laundry Race
    08/15/2021 Sunday Funday Rendezvous @ Three Rooker Sand Bar
    07/30/2021 Ship's Store is Open - Christmas in July
    07/27/2021 Sunset Cruise on Parrotdise Express
    07/21/2021 Blood Drive Sponsored by DBC
    07/17/2021 Annual Pig Roast 2021
    06/25/2021 Ship's Store is Open
    06/19/2021 Island Party - CANCELLED DUE TO RED TIDE
    05/28/2021 Chicken Wing BBQ
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