Do we need yacht, or yachting, protocols and do many folks really care about them?

[Bob J.]

Sure, you may be out there to relax, but we don't want a bunch of power boat captains with sails.

Carefull there
I think if one joins a yacht club where appropriate dress & other protocols are required then you except it & do so out of respect for other club members.
If it's not for you then don't do it.

 

[Ron20324]

I think if one joins a yacht club where appropriate dress & other protocols are required then you except it & do so out of respect for other club members.
If it's not for you then don't do it.

Correct, Misfits. It's not just "respect", but it's also a condition of membership. "If it's not for you then don't do it."

 

[Jackdaw]

Jackdaw was once talking about the success of his club, Wayzata Yact Club, and how a main focus of this is racing. They have upwards of 150 boats on 3 courses for a typical race day. I'm sure there is much teaching happening. Interesting to think of a new sailor's motivation from the standpoint of the learner feeling valued when a teacher invests time and attention in them. I will bring this up to our own Fleet Council.

Part of our formula for success is knowing the value of CREW. And part of that is crew training. So we have a culture of learning, of teaching. We sponsor North Sails seminars every year. We have multiple rules, tactics, and wind seminars put on by members. We have a spring race series just for new crew paired with an established skipper. We call this 'Share your fast'. It works because a rising tide lifts ALL boats. Yes we're a racing club. And that's not for everyone, but we're OK with that. Trying to be all thing to all people is impossible. No blazers or hats.

"Focused on racing, devoted to fun."