Turkey Shoot – York River Yacht Club

Turkey Shoot Regatta – the Hurricane Free Version!

Posted: November 06, 2022 Under: Events By Elizabeth No Comments

Having to re-cycle two weeks after the originally scheduled date, the Hospice Turkey Shoot Regatta team, volunteers, race officials, and racers, pulled off the event after all! The 2022 event was held on October 14-16, 2022. YRYC is thrilled the Elixir, captained by favorite club members Lin and Joran, placed 1st in Division 5! That certainly … Continue reading "Turkey Shoot Regatta – the Hurricane Free Version!"

Chuck Takes The Cup!

Posted: October 09, 2019 Under: Cruising By Elizabeth No Comments

12 boats from YRYC traveled to Irvington to the annual Turkey Shoot Regatta held October 4-6, 2019. 5 out of the 12 boats registered to race. Clouds, brisk winds (gusts up to 20 knots!) and a bit of chop (2-3 feet swells) to navigate, it was quite a weekend! There was lots of … Continue reading "Chuck Takes The Cup!"

Registration Now Open for the 2019 Turkey Shoot Regatta

Posted: August 11, 2019 Under: Events By Elizabeth No Comments

Registration for racers is now open for the 2019 Hospice Turkey Shoot Regatta, hosted by the Rappahannock River Yacht Club. This year’s event will be held October 4-6, 2019. The Hospice Turkey Shoot Regatta is open to all boats 18 feet and longer with designs that are at least 20 years old. Event and registration information … Continue reading "Registration Now Open for the 2019 Turkey Shoot Regatta"

Who’s Ready to Cruise? A Note from Our Cruise Captain!

Posted: April 13, 2019 Under: Cruising By Elizabeth No Comments

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!"

YRYC at the 2018 Turkey Shoot Regatta

Posted: October 07, 2018 Under: Events By Elizabeth No Comments

YRYC had a good showing at the 2018 Turkey Shoot Regatta, held September 28-30. We had two club boats racing this year and several others in attendance to cheer on Elixir and Dolcefariente and take part in the weekend’s festivities. We had beautiful weather, but not always the wind. But it was still a … Continue reading "YRYC at the 2018 Turkey Shoot Regatta"

Turkey Shoot Regatta 2018 – Registration Now Open

Posted: August 12, 2018 Under: Events By Elizabeth No Comments

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"

Planning for the 2018 Cruising Season is Underway

Posted: January 06, 2018 Under: Cruising By Elizabeth No Comments

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"

2012 Notices

Posted: March 18, 2014 Under: Notices By Anne racel No Comments

17 September 2012

Hello All,

Two quick items.

First, Helen Quinby has the club’s Sunfish up and running! The boats look great and are ready to be checked out by YRYC members. Call Helen if you would like to use one at 804-832-5730. I’ll also be adding a web page about them soon. Thanks Helen!