2018 York River Cup – Coming September 22!
Hopefully all will weather Hurricane Florence without incident, and everything will be back to normal by September 22nd for the annual York River Cup! Attached below, please find the Notice of Race and Sailing Instructions and entry form for the 2018 York River Cup. We are going with the traditional spinnaker/non-spinnaker class split, with a … Continue reading "2018 York River Cup – Coming September 22!"
Read MoreGo Away Florence! But just in case…
If you have been watching the news, you know our area is in the “cone of uncertainty” for Hurricane Florence. So have a plan ready to secure your boat as the path of the storm becomes more certain. Keep watching your email for updates from your marina and your insurance company as well as … Continue reading "Go Away Florence! But just in case…"
Read MoreA Life Lesson
A Life Lesson By: Jamie H. Early one Tuesday morning, while on my way to work, I received a phone call from a dear friend at the marina that I will not soon forget. With sadness and fear in her voice, she explained that her husband did not return to the boat and she was … Continue reading "A Life Lesson"
Read MoreReady for Labor Day Weekend?
YRYC sets sail for one of our favorite destinations, Cape Charles, for our annual Labor Day weekend sail. Many thanks for Cruise Captain John for planning for should be a great weekend! Friday (8/31) 1830: Commodore’s Cocktail Party at the YRYH pool area Saturday (9/1) 1000-ish: Underway from YRYH Saturday (9/1) Evening: BBQ at the … Continue reading "Ready for Labor Day Weekend?"
Read MoreMoonlight Race – August 25
The annual Moonlight Race is here! Scheduled for Saturday, August 25, the race is open to all boats who meet PHRF of the Chesapeake Fleet Safety Requirements for Chesapeake Bay – Category 4P. Entries must be received by 12:00 noon on Wednesday, August 25 by YRYC Race Captain. Email is acceptable (racecaptain@yryc.org). Entry fee of … Continue reading "Moonlight Race – August 25"
Read MoreTurkey Shoot Regatta 2018 – Registration Now Open
Registration for racers is now open for the 2018 Hospice Turkey Shoot Regatta, hosted by the Rappahannock River Yacht Club. This year’s event will be held September 28 to 30, 2018. The Hospice Turkey Shoot Regatta is open to all boats 18 feet and longer with designs that are at least 20 years … Continue reading "Turkey Shoot Regatta 2018 – Registration Now Open"
Read MoreSummer Travels in New England
Some club members have been touring New England during the past few weeks, escaping the heat of Virginia. Here are some “postcards from the road” for us to enjoy.
Read MorePool Party and Cook-Out This Weekend
YRYC members are invited to a pool party and cookout following the Single Handed Race. We will be serving hamburgers & hot dogs with the fixings. Soft drinks and water will also be available. Side dishes are welcomed. BYOB. RSVP via the email sent to YRYC members. Location and other details are provided in … Continue reading "Pool Party and Cook-Out This Weekend"
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