May 2026 Palisade Boat Club Newsletter
BLOOMING BEAUTIFUL
This blooming tree on the north end of the club is a wonderful metaphor for all of the creative beautification projects happening this spring. Don’t miss our 160th Opening Day Party on Saturday June 13th where all of the hard work of our members will be on full display.
WORK PARTY REPORT
The new path alongside the club house was built over several days. The stone work below was done by Chris Grieco, Les, Roel, Sean, Taylor, and Tracy on May 17th. Steve, Randy, Justin and Tracy dug out the path.
And to no one’s surprise, Justin explored the excavated hole under the concrete slab, which goes all the way to the river.
CLUB BEAUTIFICATION
Maintaining and improving our house and the grounds is a constant activity. Several members took on some exciting new projects this spring, check them out below.
We are making more and more strides toward weed control on the property. Anton did this whole area.
Les drilled holes in a stump to accelerate its decay and return it to the earth from which it sprung.
Chris Grieco brings the gardening magic.
IN MEMORIUM: DAVE SCIENZE
We remember Dave Scienze, club president (1994-2003) before Tom Minozzi. He was a retired Yonkers police officer and a welder. His contributions to the club include: hoist frame, the old booms, club grill, rolling white staircase, mounts for the club bench, and finally, reattaching the circular stairs after our renovation. Our thoughts and prayers are with Dave’s family and friends, and we will always remember his tremendous contributions to the club. Below are pictures of some of the projects (and art) he welded and built.
SIGN UP NOW FOR OUR 2026 FUNDRAISERS
We have a great lineup of fundraisers this year. As the dates near, we will send out additional details over email. If you'd like to get involved please contact Tracy Broome.
Refreshments will be served at all events and drinks will be available for sale. We will also have a 50/50 raffle and prize giveaways, so come and join us for some fun!
Check out the photos from our May 16th Paint and Sip with artist Esther Stimphant, co-hosted by Tracy Broome and Chris Grieco. Esther will be back in October for a fall foliage Paint and Sip!
IMPORTANT MEMBER INFO
REMEMBER: Always hang the no trespassing sign when coming and leaving the club.
PHOTO CREDITS IN THIS ISSUE: Jason McGinnis, Tracy Broome
WE HAVE A NEW ICE MACHINE! But please do not put anything on top of the new ice machine. Enjoy the ice as summer heats up!
RECYCLING REMINDER: The recycling bins at the club are only for deposit cans that will be returned for the deposit to benefit the club. All other recycling must be carried out by the members bringing it in, similar to ordinary garbage.
REMINDER: Work hours for 2026 can be entered here, the link is also on our website.
GET YOUR FREE COAST GUARD WATERPROOF WATERCRAFT DECAL: Not only are these good to have in case of a lost boat, but they help us ID boats in the house. Get your free decals here.
FOR MORE INFORMATION
To contribute photos and stories to the newsletter, please email: PBC-newsletter@jamesmumm.org.
Visit the Palisade Boat Club website: https:/thepalisadeboatclub.com/
