Imagine you are anchored out on the York with friends, drinks, and good food at hand, enjoying the day and watching friends sail by. This describes the Race Committee Boat and its crew on the typical race day. By volunteering to be the committee boat for a race, you will have a great time, and … Continue reading "Yes, You Can Be a Committee Boat!"
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As the warm weather months near, the club officers of the York River Yacht Club (YRYC) are getting ready for the 2022 racing season! Running from April to early November of each year, YRYC holds a weekly racing series as well as special races, including the York River Cup, a Chesapeake Bay Yacht Racing … Continue reading "Ready for 2022 Racing Season?"
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What a lovely way to spend a Sunday afternoon! Our 2021 Frostbite Racing Series runs September 26 – October 31. Starting location varies but typically close to York River Yacht Haven. Sunday afternoons starting September 26 through October 31 Start/finish typically at York River R22 Warning at 1330; Start time is 1335 “Running Starts” will … Continue reading "2021 FrostBite Racing Series Underway"
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Imagine you are anchored out on the York with friends, drinks and good food at hand, enjoying the evening and watching friends sail by. This describes the Race Committee Boat and its crew on the typical Wednesday evening. By volunteering to be the committee boat for a race, you will have a great time, and … Continue reading "Calling All Boats"
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The annual Moonlight Race is this Saturday, July 24. Sailing Instruction are posted on the Racing page of the club’s web site. We will start is at R24, with two fleets if we have enough boats. Starts at 1820 and 1825 (6:20 and 6:25). If necessary, the course will be shortened in an attempt … Continue reading "2021 Moonlight Race"
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The club’s annual Single-Handed Race has been rescheduled for Saturday, July 17, with the start at R22 at 1:30 PM. This race will be followed by a Mixed Double-Handed Race (one man, one woman), starting at 3:00 PM. Elixir will be the Committee Boat. To encourage participation in both races, Elixir will take your … Continue reading "Rescheduled Races – Single Handed and Mixed Doubles"
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The annual Single Handed Race, a long-standing tradition at YRYC, will be held on June 26. But this year offers a fun new option, a mixed doubles race! Race entry is included with YRYC Wednesday Night Race registration. First race starts at 1:30pm from R22. Second race planned for 3:00pm. Landlubber fun on … Continue reading "New Mixed Doubles Race This Year"
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When you look back at the past year, are you happy with the use and enjoyment that you got from your boat? Perhaps you didn’t get away from the dock so many times? If you join in the club’s racing program, you will! It is easy to come out on Wednesday nights and to … Continue reading "2021 Race Season is Here!"
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