Palm Island Kentucky Derby Weekend

May 2nd thru the 4th 2008

Cruise Leaders - Tom & Kathy Buckard

Palm Island Cruise

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Palm Island Kentucky Derby Weekend turned out superb, the weather was absolutely terrific. Friday evening started with a Wine & Cheese Party under the pool pavilion followed by a great dinner at Johnny Leverock’s Seafood Restaurant. After dinner, more wine drinking and game playing pool side. Saturday started with a breakfast of homemade waffles with blueberry sauce and the chance to decorate your own special horse. Everyone had the opportunity to relax by the beautiful pool or visit across on the island and share camaraderie with club members. Later in the day after a few Mojitos started flowing, many courageous fellows participated in the “Jockey Contest” along with the beautiful ladies in their Kentucky Derby Hats. All members participate in horse betting along with other various contests, and took home some winnings, then watched the Kentucky Derby together. A magnificent dinner of grilled Rib Eyes was prepared by Cruise Leader Tom Buckard. Sunday dawned as another beautiful day. Breakfast sandwiches of eggs, cheese and bacon on English muffins was served then everyone headed for home port after a glorious weekend on the water. Kentucky Derby Palm Island Weekend was attended by RPYC members. Tom & Kathy Buckard. Cruise Leaders, Jim & Dee Vaigl, Dick & Mary Lou Mullins, Al & Joan May, Ed & Shirley Hatter, Jack & Sonia Lomano, Charlie & Dorothy Munsch, Jim & Mary Anne Merrill, Gary & Kathy Tapken, Chuck & Paula Williamsen, Hal & Elaine Slaughter, Bob & Doris Ferry, Dennis & Dorothy Berger, and Jim & Barbara Pancoast.