Do you belong to a yacht club or other local sailing organization? Do you value your membership? Is it worth the time and money? What's the primary benefit for you? And would you join again? Share your secret club handshake here, then vote in this week's Quick Quiz at the bottom of our home page.
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NSYC
I am a member of North Shore Yacht Club in Manhasset Bay, NY. This is a great club for sailors. There is no dining or bar but we have some great club activities. Long Island Sound waters are new to me having done most of my sailing on Narraganset Bay. We have a cruise committee who plan long weekend sailaways, overnighters and we even had a one week adventure to Shelter Island (between North and South Forks of Long Island). The experience I have gained from my fellow club members is immeasurable. My boat H33 is moored and we have 3 launches servicing about 75 boats. There are both competitve and casual racing opportunities which are planned by our racing committee. Great Club and I'm glad to be a member.
I am a member of North Shore Yacht Club in Manhasset Bay, NY. This is a great club for sailors. There is no dining or bar but we have some great club activities. Long Island Sound waters are new to me having done most of my sailing on Narraganset Bay. We have a cruise committee who plan long weekend sailaways, overnighters and we even had a one week adventure to Shelter Island (between North and South Forks of Long Island). The experience I have gained from my fellow club members is immeasurable. My boat H33 is moored and we have 3 launches servicing about 75 boats. There are both competitve and casual racing opportunities which are planned by our racing committee. Great Club and I'm glad to be a member.
I wish...
This one’s going to break my heart I just know it. Chandlers landing doesn’t have a general Yacht club. If you could see the facilities available it would break your heart to. Club House includes restaurant, Bar, Ball Room, Meeting rooms, Repair shop, weight room, aerobics room, Swimming Pool, Tennis courts, children’s areas, boat hoist, mast tower and a marina full of boats that hardly ever go out I’ll bet only half the owners could find their boats on the 1st try. People here buy boats, park ‘em in a slip and then just let ‘em rot. The majority of the boats don’t go out more than 1-2 times per year of that.
This one’s going to break my heart I just know it. Chandlers landing doesn’t have a general Yacht club. If you could see the facilities available it would break your heart to. Club House includes restaurant, Bar, Ball Room, Meeting rooms, Repair shop, weight room, aerobics room, Swimming Pool, Tennis courts, children’s areas, boat hoist, mast tower and a marina full of boats that hardly ever go out I’ll bet only half the owners could find their boats on the 1st try. People here buy boats, park ‘em in a slip and then just let ‘em rot. The majority of the boats don’t go out more than 1-2 times per year of that.
Good question about Yacht Clubs
My wife and I belong to the Squalicum Yacht Club in Bellingham (north Puget Sound) for about thirty years. It is a small club consisting of power and sail boats who are interested in cruising. The membership is small mainly because our WW II Office's Mess can hold about sixty to sixty five people (no more chairs) but that also keeps our costs down. Dues are fifty dollars a year. We pot-luck one a month; in the summers on our boats at some cruise destination. These people are like family to me. I also belong to the Power Squadron because I believe in Education which is their main theme. The Power Squadron does, in my estimation, an excellent job of educating people about being on the water and I would recommend to anyone who has not taken a basic boating course to look into the Power Squadron. Their first courses are free and you don't have to be a member. I also belong to the Corinthian Yacht Club of Bellingham because they promote sail boat racing in the area. An excellent group of people who like to set up racing for everyone, not just the people who have money and time. Although I don't race anymore, I believe this group deserves support. There is another yacht club in town, which I had belong to for a number of years, however, they became more social then nautical and I have since left them.
My wife and I belong to the Squalicum Yacht Club in Bellingham (north Puget Sound) for about thirty years. It is a small club consisting of power and sail boats who are interested in cruising. The membership is small mainly because our WW II Office's Mess can hold about sixty to sixty five people (no more chairs) but that also keeps our costs down. Dues are fifty dollars a year. We pot-luck one a month; in the summers on our boats at some cruise destination. These people are like family to me. I also belong to the Power Squadron because I believe in Education which is their main theme. The Power Squadron does, in my estimation, an excellent job of educating people about being on the water and I would recommend to anyone who has not taken a basic boating course to look into the Power Squadron. Their first courses are free and you don't have to be a member. I also belong to the Corinthian Yacht Club of Bellingham because they promote sail boat racing in the area. An excellent group of people who like to set up racing for everyone, not just the people who have money and time. Although I don't race anymore, I believe this group deserves support. There is another yacht club in town, which I had belong to for a number of years, however, they became more social then nautical and I have since left them.
Sequoia
I am a director at Sequoia Yacht Club in Redwood City, California, which has been awarded PICYA Yacht Club of the Year honors for the past two years. Not counting those pesky bar chits and whatever my wife happens to purchase through the haberdasher, membership only costs me $25 per month. The recriprical priveledges I enjoy at other clubs are worth at least that much, and I find myself tied up to the courtesy dock of other clubs thirty-some nights per year. Our club has an active cruising program in which we participate, "crusing out" to other clubs in Northern California on a monthly basis with 12-20 other boats. The friendships we've built through this program are amazing. Our club also has active racing and social programs in which we participate at a marginal level. We almost never miss a friday night "drop-in" dinner, where the club provides salad and potato bars and you grill your own steaks, salmon or chicken. .......... In the early years, before I was able to own my own sailboat, I was able to participate in hundreds and hundreds of races crewing for members of other yacht clubs. It was the perfect symbiotic relationship: I needed to get out on the water on a regular basis, and the guys with the boats needed a winch monkey. There is no better way to master the art of sailing.
I am a director at Sequoia Yacht Club in Redwood City, California, which has been awarded PICYA Yacht Club of the Year honors for the past two years. Not counting those pesky bar chits and whatever my wife happens to purchase through the haberdasher, membership only costs me $25 per month. The recriprical priveledges I enjoy at other clubs are worth at least that much, and I find myself tied up to the courtesy dock of other clubs thirty-some nights per year. Our club has an active cruising program in which we participate, "crusing out" to other clubs in Northern California on a monthly basis with 12-20 other boats. The friendships we've built through this program are amazing. Our club also has active racing and social programs in which we participate at a marginal level. We almost never miss a friday night "drop-in" dinner, where the club provides salad and potato bars and you grill your own steaks, salmon or chicken. .......... In the early years, before I was able to own my own sailboat, I was able to participate in hundreds and hundreds of races crewing for members of other yacht clubs. It was the perfect symbiotic relationship: I needed to get out on the water on a regular basis, and the guys with the boats needed a winch monkey. There is no better way to master the art of sailing.
Used to
I used to belong to a local yacht club, but it had limited services. When I got a bigger boat and needed a slip it became prudent to move to a marina. The marina family is just as wonderful and we have reciprocal agreements and discounts with our "sister" marinas (17, in all, around New England and NY). They hold social events, cookouts, have a pool and recreation room. It's nearly the same as a yacht club and just as much fun.
I used to belong to a local yacht club, but it had limited services. When I got a bigger boat and needed a slip it became prudent to move to a marina. The marina family is just as wonderful and we have reciprocal agreements and discounts with our "sister" marinas (17, in all, around New England and NY). They hold social events, cookouts, have a pool and recreation room. It's nearly the same as a yacht club and just as much fun.
Dock Potato Yacht Club !
DPYC - "We DO IT at the Dock !" 7 - 8 years ago my marina finally installed shore power. That's about the time the boats started leaving less frequently. The sailors wait at the dock for wind (or wait when there's too much wind). The motor boat guys stay there and save gas. We carpeted the dock, installed park benches and a swim ladder. Always relaxing to the sound of Buffett and blenders. It's so nice down there they can keep raising the rent every year. Mid season when the parties get long and loud we're usually asked to take it else where. Then we remember why we bought boats and cruise during the month of July. One race and a pig roast in August and it's almost time to wrap it up for winter again. No meetings, no dues, BYOB (we have the Jello shots!) Barry s/v "PER DIEM too", Malletts Bay, Vermont
DPYC - "We DO IT at the Dock !" 7 - 8 years ago my marina finally installed shore power. That's about the time the boats started leaving less frequently. The sailors wait at the dock for wind (or wait when there's too much wind). The motor boat guys stay there and save gas. We carpeted the dock, installed park benches and a swim ladder. Always relaxing to the sound of Buffett and blenders. It's so nice down there they can keep raising the rent every year. Mid season when the parties get long and loud we're usually asked to take it else where. Then we remember why we bought boats and cruise during the month of July. One race and a pig roast in August and it's almost time to wrap it up for winter again. No meetings, no dues, BYOB (we have the Jello shots!) Barry s/v "PER DIEM too", Malletts Bay, Vermont
Help - HOW do you start a YC
As I stated in my previous post. my marina has no yacht club. Well, it does have a small J22 club but there a little to exclusive for my taste (you gotta own a J22 for crying out loud!). I’ve been thinking about my particular situation this morning and have come to the conclusion the situation is ridiculous. I called the marina owner at lunch and we’ve decided to start a yacht club. Ok, I’ve got the finical backing, office equipment, and a small staff available. Just how do I go about starting a yacht club?
As I stated in my previous post. my marina has no yacht club. Well, it does have a small J22 club but there a little to exclusive for my taste (you gotta own a J22 for crying out loud!). I’ve been thinking about my particular situation this morning and have come to the conclusion the situation is ridiculous. I called the marina owner at lunch and we’ve decided to start a yacht club. Ok, I’ve got the finical backing, office equipment, and a small staff available. Just how do I go about starting a yacht club?
Yep...joined UYC after my husband died...
It just seemed to make more sense to have a place where I belonged than it did to be a middle-aged widow with a big cruiser, on my own in a public marina. Several good friends of long years duration were members, so I was never a stranger there... It's a decision I've never regretted--even IF the only single men in the club are either under 21 or over 80!
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It just seemed to make more sense to have a place where I belonged than it did to be a middle-aged widow with a big cruiser, on my own in a public marina. Several good friends of long years duration were members, so I was never a stranger there... It's a decision I've never regretted--even IF the only single men in the club are either under 21 or over 80!
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Belong to Iroquois Lagoon YC, Ewa Beach, Hawaii. Why? Only way to have a berth is to be a member. Our club is informal and fun. It is a private organization (Non-profit) military (Active Duty and Retired) located on Military property in the Pearl Harbor entrance. Entrance is only a short distance from the Ocean so transit time is short. Charlie Crews
Belong to Iroquois Lagoon YC, Ewa Beach, Hawaii. Why? Only way to have a berth is to be a member. Our club is informal and fun. It is a private organization (Non-profit) military (Active Duty and Retired) located on Military property in the Pearl Harbor entrance. Entrance is only a short distance from the Ocean so transit time is short. Charlie Crews
Iroquois?? Lagoon YC
As an Iroquois (Seneca Nation) I gotta ask - How did the Irocquois name end up in Hawaii?
As an Iroquois (Seneca Nation) I gotta ask - How did the Irocquois name end up in Hawaii?
Cherokee Lake Sailing Club
Joining Cherokee Lake Sailing Club is the best thing I did when I started sailing! Having the close association with fellow sailors not only helped me learn but gained me some great new friends. Our club is not a fancy "Yacht" club but is a family oriented "Sailing" club! http://members.tripod.com/~cslc/index.html There is always someone to give you a helping hand or advice whether a novice or an old salt that needs a hand with a repair or modification. HOW performs a similar service except with a club, you get face to face and hands on participation! Another plus, since we're 400+ miles from the ocean, is that there is always a group of us planning a charter trip somewhere to taste some salt. Club racing is another bonus! I never really intended to race when I started but found it was not only fun but the best way to improve your sailing skills. Sailing is great with or without a club but being part of a group of kindred souls makes it better! Dick Vance H-25.5 "Honey Bear"
Joining Cherokee Lake Sailing Club is the best thing I did when I started sailing! Having the close association with fellow sailors not only helped me learn but gained me some great new friends. Our club is not a fancy "Yacht" club but is a family oriented "Sailing" club! http://members.tripod.com/~cslc/index.html There is always someone to give you a helping hand or advice whether a novice or an old salt that needs a hand with a repair or modification. HOW performs a similar service except with a club, you get face to face and hands on participation! Another plus, since we're 400+ miles from the ocean, is that there is always a group of us planning a charter trip somewhere to taste some salt. Club racing is another bonus! I never really intended to race when I started but found it was not only fun but the best way to improve your sailing skills. Sailing is great with or without a club but being part of a group of kindred souls makes it better! Dick Vance H-25.5 "Honey Bear"
PPYC
I keep my boat in a private marina that is owned by the property owners in the community. Each property owner or townhouse owner has an assigned slip. The Pamlico Plantation Yacht Club is only open to property members. They plan and hold numerous organized boating cruise events and land based events throughout the year. Things like an annual Chesapeake Bay Cruise. BTW the dues is a whopping $15. a year !!! I also belong to the US Power Squadrons and participate in numerous boating events each year there which sometimes conflict with the PPYC events.
I keep my boat in a private marina that is owned by the property owners in the community. Each property owner or townhouse owner has an assigned slip. The Pamlico Plantation Yacht Club is only open to property members. They plan and hold numerous organized boating cruise events and land based events throughout the year. Things like an annual Chesapeake Bay Cruise. BTW the dues is a whopping $15. a year !!! I also belong to the US Power Squadrons and participate in numerous boating events each year there which sometimes conflict with the PPYC events.
Suggestion for Greg
HOW to start a Yacht Club in Texas: 1. Buy a keg of Shiner Bock. 2. Buy One side of beef 3. Buy 100-150 lbs. of charcoal 4. Place a sign on the nearest interstate exit. Nex' thang ya know? You'll have a darn good start on a club. Hint: Wait until the keg floats to ask for club dues; you'll have a reason to ask for the money.
HOW to start a Yacht Club in Texas: 1. Buy a keg of Shiner Bock. 2. Buy One side of beef 3. Buy 100-150 lbs. of charcoal 4. Place a sign on the nearest interstate exit. Nex' thang ya know? You'll have a darn good start on a club. Hint: Wait until the keg floats to ask for club dues; you'll have a reason to ask for the money.
Jay, waste not......
Cooked food is wasted here in East Texas. Troth of cold beans, garnished with a couple of dead dogs should do it. Don’t you think? (faulty Towers Ref) Actually, I was kinda hoping to snag a few Chandlers Landing folks.
Cooked food is wasted here in East Texas. Troth of cold beans, garnished with a couple of dead dogs should do it. Don’t you think? (faulty Towers Ref) Actually, I was kinda hoping to snag a few Chandlers Landing folks.
Key West Sailing Club
I recently joined the Key West Sailing Club- A smallish club tucked into a quiet corner of Garrison Bight, with about 10 club boats and races every week. Dues are $80 a year, and the club is active in local sailing events; They also put together annual cruises to the Dry Tortugas and to Cuba. The members are friendly, the clubhouse and club equipment are in good condition, and events seem to be well organized. The club also has reciprocal membership with the Marathon Sailing Club (I think). I plan on becoming an active member of the sailing club, when my work schedule permits... --Jon Bastien H23 '2 Sheets to the Wind'
I recently joined the Key West Sailing Club- A smallish club tucked into a quiet corner of Garrison Bight, with about 10 club boats and races every week. Dues are $80 a year, and the club is active in local sailing events; They also put together annual cruises to the Dry Tortugas and to Cuba. The members are friendly, the clubhouse and club equipment are in good condition, and events seem to be well organized. The club also has reciprocal membership with the Marathon Sailing Club (I think). I plan on becoming an active member of the sailing club, when my work schedule permits... --Jon Bastien H23 '2 Sheets to the Wind'
Triton Yacht Club
a "paper yacht club. No facilities, just people sharing an interest in sailing and sailing related activities, and having fun as part of a group. TYC sponsors a number of racing, cruising and social activities, and co-sponsors, with Eugene Yacht Club, series races throughout the season. I recommend membership in a good club for anyone wanting to get more fun from their boat. Jim Kolstoe, h23 Kara's Boo
a "paper yacht club. No facilities, just people sharing an interest in sailing and sailing related activities, and having fun as part of a group. TYC sponsors a number of racing, cruising and social activities, and co-sponsors, with Eugene Yacht Club, series races throughout the season. I recommend membership in a good club for anyone wanting to get more fun from their boat. Jim Kolstoe, h23 Kara's Boo
Steele Creek Yacht Club
I joined the local club to be around people that would have more knowledge than me. Being new to the monohull scene (we Hobie Catters refer to them as monoslugs) I felt it would be beneficial. The SCYC is not very active it seems - I have received one newletter in a year, there is no club house, it's a paper club like the before mentioned TYC. We are on Kerr Lake in NC at the Steele Creek Marina It isn't expensive and I can always learn from the more experienced.
I joined the local club to be around people that would have more knowledge than me. Being new to the monohull scene (we Hobie Catters refer to them as monoslugs) I felt it would be beneficial. The SCYC is not very active it seems - I have received one newletter in a year, there is no club house, it's a paper club like the before mentioned TYC. We are on Kerr Lake in NC at the Steele Creek Marina It isn't expensive and I can always learn from the more experienced.
Yes - North Cape Yacht Club
Membership is very valuable as it provides a very reasonable dockage in a very desirable location. I would definitely join again. Also enjoy the social and cruising activities.
Membership is very valuable as it provides a very reasonable dockage in a very desirable location. I would definitely join again. Also enjoy the social and cruising activities.
SMWYC
WE HAVE BELONGED TO YACHT CLUBS FOR 10 YEARS. WE JOINED SANTA MONICA WINDJAMERS YACHT CLUB 5 YEARS AGO. THEY PROVIDE CRUISES ALMOST ONCE A MONTH, RACES FOR ONE-DESIGN, PHRF AND PRODUCTION CRUISING BOATS AND ALOT OF SOCIAL ACTIVITIES (PARTIES, HORSE RACING EVENTS, CONCERTS, ETC.)] LOOK INTO THEM CAREFULLY...SOME ARE FOR BARFLYS ONLY. GOOD CLUBS WILL HAVE A LOT OF MEMBER PARTICIPATION. ALSO, IF YOU HAVE CHILDREN LOOK FOR A CLUB WITH A SAILING PROGRAM GEARED TOWARD THEM. THEY'LL HAVE A BALL AND LEARN SOMETHING TOO!
WE HAVE BELONGED TO YACHT CLUBS FOR 10 YEARS. WE JOINED SANTA MONICA WINDJAMERS YACHT CLUB 5 YEARS AGO. THEY PROVIDE CRUISES ALMOST ONCE A MONTH, RACES FOR ONE-DESIGN, PHRF AND PRODUCTION CRUISING BOATS AND ALOT OF SOCIAL ACTIVITIES (PARTIES, HORSE RACING EVENTS, CONCERTS, ETC.)] LOOK INTO THEM CAREFULLY...SOME ARE FOR BARFLYS ONLY. GOOD CLUBS WILL HAVE A LOT OF MEMBER PARTICIPATION. ALSO, IF YOU HAVE CHILDREN LOOK FOR A CLUB WITH A SAILING PROGRAM GEARED TOWARD THEM. THEY'LL HAVE A BALL AND LEARN SOMETHING TOO!
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