Coast Guard Vessel Safety Checks – How to Request One
Did you know the U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary has certified vessel examiners who will perform a free Vessel Safety Check (“VSC”) at your boat, at a time of mutual convenience? There is no charge, and no consequences if you don’t pass. Their goal is simply to help make boating as safe as possible for you, your … Continue reading "Coast Guard Vessel Safety Checks – How to Request One"
Read MoreDid you know…?
Did you know that registered users of the YRYC website can access the Members Only section of this site as well as comment on various posts? Who is a registered user? Current members of YRYC are given a user account to the website upon joining club. If you do not remember your user id … Continue reading "Did you know…?"
Read MorePlanning for the 2018 Cruising Season is Underway
Many thanks to the members who took part in the cruising poll sent out to members a couple of months ago. The results are in and have been tallied and your cruise captain, John Handloser, is already busy planning the 2018 cruising season! The poll choices are listed below in the order of most to … Continue reading "Planning for the 2018 Cruising Season is Underway"
Read MoreFriendly Reminder: Membership Dues are due December 31
Members who wish to renew for the 2018 are asked to submit their dues of $180 before December 31, 2017. After January 1, dues are $200. After March 31, renewing members pay $220 (as per our by-laws). Prospective members may download an application from our Join Us! page. We look forward to another active … Continue reading "Friendly Reminder: Membership Dues are due December 31"
Read MoreYRYC Celebrates the Holidays
Over 30 members of the YRYC gathered on December 2 to celebrate a successful boating season and the upcoming holidays. The activities room at York River Yacht Haven provided an excellent view for the Yorktown Lighted Boat Parade, which was also taking place the same night. In addition to the beautiful (and come very creative) … Continue reading "YRYC Celebrates the Holidays"
Read More2017 Racing Awards Dinner
The York River Yacht Club held its annual Racing Awards Dinner on Sunday, November 19. Skippers, crew members and others wishing to join in the fun were in attendance. Movin’ On was presented the 2017 York River Cup. Other boats represented and recognized for their participation and achievement for a great year of sailing and … Continue reading "2017 Racing Awards Dinner"
Read MoreCBYRA Announces 2018 Racing Schedules
Ahoy Racers! Spring will be here before you know it and attached for your wintertime reading pleasure is the official Southern Chesapeake Bay 2018 “Big Boat” Race Schedule from the Chesapeake Bay Yacht Racing Association. 2018 NORTH DIVISION – FOR PUBLICATION (Official) 2018 SOUTH DIVISION – FOR PUBLICATION (Official)
Read MoreClub Selects New Officers for 2018
At the 2017 Annual Meeting and Dinner, the club selected the following members to serve as officers for the 2018 year: Commodore: Jim Brunson Rear Commodores: Don Hogge and Jamie Hogge Secretary: Claire Maher Treasurer: John Seyna Race Captain: Mike Mastracci Cruise Captain: John Handloser Web/Communications Captain: Liz Fortune
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