Annual Sock Burning Party
When: Saturday May 17th 1:30-3:30pm (Weather permitting)
Location: Boat ramp area Bowley's Marina or Gazebo Area
The Yacht club will provide soda, beer, wine and burgers and hotdogs
This year we are pleased to announce that we have hired an acoustic Duo to provide entertainment during the event!
Request each family bring a side dish or dessert to share (and a package of new socks to donate)
Take a break from getting your boats ready and come down and meet new people or catch up with old friends. We also welcome new members and will have membership information available, as well as are able to collect annual membership dues at the event.
Wear your socks that you plan to burn at the event. Additionally, we will donate socks to a shelter, so please bring a package of new socks that we can donate. (Socks are one of the most needed items in homeless shelters)
As you remove your socks and throw them in the fire, you may make a wish or blessing for the season ahead
A Brief History of the Burning of the Socks
The annual sock burning began in the Spring of 1978, when, after a snowy winter, boatbuilder Bob Turner bid his oppressive sock-wearing days farewell for the summer by throwing them into a campfire.
What was an act of defiance turned into a tradition, and soon marinas and yacht clubs around the country will celebrate the return of Spring, Sperry topsiders, flip flops, and best of all, boating season. Turner stated to Baltimore Magazine that he was amazed at the lasting impression he's made.
"It was never meant to be taken seriously. It just says, 'Enough with the socks! Time to go sailing!'"
Any Questions please call Amy or Lee Jumbelic (908) 327-7206 or email amyjumbel@gmail.com
