YRYC holds ‘Blessing of the Fleet’ ceremony
Members of the York River Yacht Club in Gloucester Point held a Blessing of the Fleet ceremony on Saturday, May 11, 2019. Reverend Dick Sisson blessed the boats, which is meant to ensure a safe and bountiful season. Afterwards, members and guests enjoyed a picnic lunch and then held a traditional ‘sock burning ceremony’ in … Continue reading "YRYC holds ‘Blessing of the Fleet’ ceremony"
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Who’s Ready to Cruise? A Note from Our Cruise Captain!
With warm weather finally here, I know everyone is excited about the 2019 sailing season ahead. Over the cold weather months, I have been working on a schedule that I hope the club membership will find to be fun and enjoyable. In addition to our traditional trips at Memorial Day and Labor Day, we have trips … Continue reading "Who’s Ready to Cruise? A Note from Our Cruise Captain!"
Read MoreWelcome Boating Season with the Annual Blessing of the Fleet Ceremony
Join us Saturday, May 11, 2019 as we kick off the boating season with the Blessing of the Fleet and Sock Burning Ceremony, to be followed by a cook-out lunch. York River Yacht Club (YRYC) members and York River Yacht Haven (YRYH) slip holders are invited to participate. Registration to take part in the parade … Continue reading "Welcome Boating Season with the Annual Blessing of the Fleet Ceremony"
Read MoreHarborFest 2019, Here We Come!
Cruise Captain John just sent out registration information for Norfolk’s HarborFest 2019, scheduled for June 7 – 9. Club members would most likely leave Thursday, June 6 and stay through Sunday, June 9. Club members who wish to participate in the club cruise should check their email for registrations forms and materials! Turn around … Continue reading "HarborFest 2019, Here We Come!"
Read MoreCommodore’s Cocktail Parties Return for 2019 Season
Marine Yard Sale – What’s In Your Garage?
As part of York River Yacht Haven’s Spring Fling event on Saturday, April 13, YRYC will be hosting a marine yard sale from 9am – 12 noon. Club members are invited to see what gear they may have in their garages, workshops, below deck or stuffed in other nooks and crannies that would make a … Continue reading "Marine Yard Sale – What’s In Your Garage?"
Read MoreSecret Beach Hike on Stocking Island
Here are some pics from a hike (sometimes challenging) that Sirena Gorda, Brigadoon and Constellations (down for a quick visit) took to the east side of Stocking Island. They were on the hunt for the 7 secret beaches. On this day, they found four, leaving others will be discovered!
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