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2024 Season Dock Rental Information

Members of the Lake Forest Yacht Club have always valued the benefits we have in club membership, especially with the eighty-five dock slips we operate at our facility. Our dock slips continue to be one of the greatest assets to our club as dock rentals at any of the local marinas cost anywhere from $2,800 and up for the season. For the 2024 season, the member rental fee for a dock slip will be $700.00.  

In early January, the club office will mail invoices and dock slip rental agreements to all members who rented dock slips in 2023 for the opportunity to renew their dock slip for the 2024 season. If you plan on renewing for the upcoming season, please return the completed and signed rental agreement along with a copy of your current boat registration and payment by March 15th, 2024.

Please be advised that the office will not accept incomplete applications and applications without a copy of the current boat registration. Also, please indicate if there is any repair issue that you feel needs to be tended to regarding your slip. If you have no intention to renew your dock slip for the 2024 season, please notify the club office.

Last year, we had all of our dock slips rented to members. We expect similar this year. To accommodate all member requests, we will limit renewal of the dock rentals to one slip per member family until all member requests are fulfilled. As is club policy, dock slips will only be rented to members whose: financial obligations to the club are current, who have completed a signed rental agreement, and who provide a copy of the boat registration indicating member ownership of the boat. All of the above criteria will be required before LFYC approval of dock slip rental or renewal. If there are available slips after all member's requests are accommodated, we will make open slips available to non-member renters for the 2024 season with a rental fee of $2,100. The non-member rental request must be referred by an active club member.

If you’d like to rent a dock slip for the upcoming season, please contact the club office at 973-663-0158. Dock Slip Rental Agreements are also available for download at our website www.lfyc.org .Actual slip assignments for new renters will be determined starting March 18th, after member dock renewals are confirmed.

Visit Canada Bay Club in Sydney’s Inner West to enjoy two fantastic restaurants open seven days a week. Choose from the delicious Chinese fare at Baysia and family-friendly meals at The Brasserie.

Canada Bay Club’s ultramodern spaces make the perfect environment for conferences, weddings, parties and corporate occasions. Make your celebrations memorable in these modern rooms.

Canada Bay Club proudly supports local organisations through its grant program. The City of Canada Bay’s community has been socialising here for more than 50 years – this meeting place allows its members to remain connected.

CANADA BAY CLUB, THE INNER WEST’S MEETING PLACE

The Canada Bay Club in Sydney’s Inner West has been a meeting place for the local community for more than 50 years. Since opening in 1966, the culturally diverse Club has grown from a small social sports centre to a large and modern Club. Featuring state-of-the-art function rooms, dining facilities including our café by the bay, Baysia Chinese restaurant and Brasserie Italian style dining, live entertainment, kids’ arcade and playground, and health and fitness classes to service our 15,000+ members.

As a champion of the Inner West’s local community, Canada Bay Club supports local schools, sporting associations, charities and community groups through the Club Grant program and other projects and partnerships.  

Canada Bay Club’s members are at the heart of its club, offering its patrons the same warm, friendly, inclusive environment it did when its doors first opened more than 50 years ago. Read more about Canada Bay Club’s history when it  turned 50  in 2016.

The City of Canada Bay’s community has been socialising at our club for more than 50 years – this meeting place allows its members to remain connected. Canada Bay Club whole-heartedly supports local organisations through its grant program.

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About the Marina

What is a condominium marina.

Fairfax Yacht Club is a first class, year round, recreational yachting facility with 170 open and covered slips accommodating boats up to 50-feet in length.  The facility is designed and operated with the active boating family in mind.

Fairfax Yacht Club offers many resort features including a beautifully landscaped clubhouse, picnic stations, bath houses, private secure parking, and a pump out station.  For peace of mind, Fairfax Yacht Club has limited access through a secured key-card entry system.

Much of the popularity of Fairfax Yacht Club can be attributed to its unique location on the scenic Occoquan River. Unlike many commercial marinas further up the Occoquan, FYC is located along the Fairfax County shore very near the Mason Neck Wildlife Refuge.  No other location offers boaters a greater variety of popular cruising ports within easy reach. Georgetown, Washington D.C., Old Town Alexandria, The Town of Occoquan, the Chesapeake Bay, and many popular restaurants and swimming areas are within easy reach.

Fairfax Yacht Club is operated by an elected  Board of Directors , all of whom are Slip Owners in good standing.  The make-up of the Board ensures that Fairfax Yacht Club is operated and maintained with the boater and Slip Owner in mind.

Fairfax Yacht Club was the first marina on the Potomac River to offer condominium slips.  Because condominium marinas have many unique features, we have compiled a list of frequently asked questions designed to help you better understand condominium slip ownership.

What is a Condominium Slip?

A condominium slip is similar to an apartment condominium in that the owner receives a deed (which is insurable and recorded in the County Land Records) which carries with it the exclusive right to the use of the slip (the slip is owned by the owner and not rented or leased from the marina).  Further, the owner receives an undivided interest in all condominium property (referred to as the common elements) as specified in the condominium documents which, in this case, includes the piers, clubhouse, parking lots, and other facilities.  Fairfax Yacht Club is subject to Virginia’s condominium laws, where actual title is passed from one owner to another.  Recently, the term “Dockominiums” has been used by many marina developers in the Chesapeake Bay area to represent other forms of true and quasi ownership and should not be confused with a condominium marina.

Why purchase into a Condominium Marina?

Spiraling slip rental costs have had a major impact on the marina industry in recent years.  Due to concerns over impact on the water quality of the Potomac River and the Chesapeake Bay it is becoming more difficult every year to add new facilities on the water. Coupled with increasing interest in recreational boating, the demand for slip space is growing annually.  At one time, boaters had no other alternatives to renting if they wanted to keep their boat in a wet slip.

Condominium slips evolved as an answer to these needs. In addition to having independence from rising rental rates, condominium slip owners have the ability to take money normally spent on slip rental and use it to build up equity in an asset that can be sold sometime in the future.  It also gives owners a voice in the operations of the facility.  Condominium marinas also provide some relief for other problems plaguing the marina industry.  Through a lack of maintenance, many private marina owners have allowed their facilities to become run down and unfit.  Many marinas have also been sold to developers who take them out of public service or eliminate them entirely.  Structured property, condominium marinas are designed to ensure their proper maintenance and virtually guarantee the marina’s future existence.  By Virginia Law, we are required to save the funds needed for future maintenance and repairs in order to protect ourselves in advance from the inevitable wear and tear of Mother Nature.

Who Operates the Marina?

A five member Board of Directors, elected by the unit owners, establishes the budget and sets the operating policies. A Dockmaster, under contract with the Condominium Association, provides day-to-day services and is responsible for the general maintenance and repair of the facility.

What Are The Costs Related To Owning A Condominium Slip?

Each year, the Board prepares a budget for insuring, operating, and maintaining, the facility. The budget also provides for a capital reserve fund dedicated to future expenses such as dredging, piling and dock replacement, and other major repairs and new projects. Each condominium unit supports a proportional share of the budget through an assessment. In addition, owners receive an annual real estate tax assessment directly from the County. Other utilities, such as electricity, telephone, etc., are billed directly to the slip occupant. Although rare, if the marina experiences unusual expenses, the Board may elect to impose special assessments to cover these costs.

Is Financing Available For The Purchase Of Slips?

Yes. Due to the impressive track record that condominium slips have experienced, many lending institutions have recognized their value and offer excellent financing plans.

Are Slip Rentals Available?

Yes. From time to time, life may take an owner away from the area, or recreational boating may no longer be a pastime they can enjoy. Once having experienced the peace and quiet of our park like setting, however, they are often reluctant to move on entirely. By retaining ownership and renting the unit to another boater, they enjoy the same benefits of ownership that they have in the past. A visit to a place where they have enjoyed many hours of relaxation is often well worth the continuance of their investment. In the event a rented slip is sold, the purchaser must honor any current lease agreement through its expiration date.

What Happens If I Get A Different Boat That Won’t Fit In the Slip I Own?

Most boaters, from the day they purchase their boat, are already thinking about their next boat. However, no boat can extend beyond the vertical plane determined by the confines of its slip, as these are legal lot lines recorded with Fairfax County. The solution for an owner whose boat won’t fit may be to lease another, larger slip while in turn leasing out or selling the one they own. Boaters may even consider buying a larger slip initially, in preparation for that future, larger boat. Conversely, many of our owners have elected to retain their existing boats, because they enjoy their “little piece of heaven” and a move to a larger boat would force them away from the slip they have owned and enjoyed for so long.

Do You Expect Slips Will Increase In Market Price?

The future value of slips will be determined by supply and demand. Across the nation, marinas offering slips for sale have reported increases in their values. Each year manufacturers provide hundreds of thousands of new boats while, at the same time, new restrictions are placed on development of waterfront properties. Recent legislation governing waterfront land has made building new marinas almost a thing of the past. For obvious reasons, Fairfax Yacht Club cannot make any representations as to the future value of condominium slips, but we can assure prospective owners that they will share in a safe, secure club with an attractive harbor from which to enjoy their favorite pastime.

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Yacht Clubs in Maryland: A Guide to the Best Places to Dock Your Boat

Why Join a Yacht Club?

Yacht clubs are much more than just a place to dock your boat. They are a community of like-minded individuals who share a love for boating, sailing, and all things nautical. Yacht clubs are where you can enjoy the camaraderie of fellow boaters, participate in regattas and races, and receive education and training on boating techniques and safety. Most yacht clubs offer a range of amenities and activities, such as fine dining, swimming pools, tennis courts, and social events. By joining a yacht club, you become part of a community that shares your passion for boating.

The Benefits of Joining a Yacht Club

There are many benefits to joining a yacht club, including:

• A sense of community and camaraderie
• Access to educational and training programs
• Opportunities to participate in regattas and races
• Access to boating facilities and amenities
• Discounts on boat rentals and services
• Social events and activities

Yacht Clubs in Maryland

Maryland has a long and rich history of boating and sailing, with a coastline that stretches for over 3,000 miles. The state is home to many yacht clubs, each with its unique history, culture, and amenities. Here are some of the best yacht clubs in Maryland:

Annapolis Yacht Club

Founded in 1886, the Annapolis Yacht Club is one of the oldest yacht clubs in the country. The club’s location in the heart of Annapolis makes it an ideal place for boaters to dock and explore the town. The club’s facilities include a marina, swimming pool, dining room, and bar. The Annapolis Yacht Club is known for hosting some of the most prestigious regattas and races in the world, including the Rolex Annapolis-Newport Race and the J/22 World Championship.

Baltimore Yacht Club

The Baltimore Yacht Club was founded in 1892 and is located on the banks of the Middle River in Bowleys Quarters. The club’s facilities include a large marina, a pool, a picnic area, and a grill. The Baltimore Yacht Club is known for its family-friendly atmosphere and its commitment to promoting boating safety and education.

Chesapeake Bay Yacht Club

The Chesapeake Bay Yacht Club is located in a picturesque cove on the eastern shore of the Chesapeake Bay. The club’s facilities include a large marina, a swimming pool, a restaurant, and a tiki bar. The Chesapeake Bay Yacht Club is known for hosting a wide variety of regattas and races, as well as its commitment to environmental sustainability and conservation.

Gibson Island Yacht Squadron

The Gibson Island Yacht Squadron is located on Gibson Island, a private island on the Chesapeake Bay. The club’s facilities include a marina, a swimming pool, a dining room, and a bar. The Gibson Island Yacht Squadron is known for its commitment to boating education and safety, as well as its active social calendar.

Eastern Shore Yacht and Country Club

The Eastern Shore Yacht and Country Club is located on the banks of the Pocomoke River in Marion Station. The club’s facilities include a marina, a swimming pool, a dining room, and a bar. The Eastern Shore Yacht and Country Club is known for its family-friendly atmosphere and its commitment to promoting the sport of sailing.

How to Choose a Yacht Club

When choosing a yacht club, there are several factors to consider, including:

• Location: Choose a yacht club that is conveniently located to your home or where you usually dock your boat.
• Amenities: Look for a yacht club that offers the amenities you need, such as a marina, swimming pool, or dining room.
• Community: Choose a yacht club that has a community that matches your interests and values.
• Price: Consider the cost of membership and any additional fees or expenses.

Joining a yacht club is a great way to become part of a community of boating enthusiasts and to enjoy all the benefits that come with membership. Maryland is home to many great yacht clubs, each with its unique history, culture, and amenities. By considering the factors mentioned above, you can choose the yacht club that is right for you and enjoy all the benefits of membership.

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2024 Fox Island Yacht Club Annual Music Festival

Fox Island Music Festival

Tickets Go On Sale To the General Public April 23, 2024.   Ticket Price $30 plus processing fee.

Member Tickets can be purchased starting April 2nd by logging in the Members Area of the website.

• Gate opens at 3:00pm • Print or have your Ticket on your phone. Will be required at check-in tent. • Don't forget your lawn chair and/or blanket. Hats and sunscreen are a good idea, too. • Food trucks will be on site for dinner along with our great outdoor bar for drinks. • The bar will not accept cash or credit cards for drink purchases. • You will need to purchase drink tickets on site at the drink ticket tent. • NO OUTSIDE FOOD OR DRINKS! • This event is RAIN OR SHINE • *No venue access via the water*

Welcome to the Fox Island Yacht Club

We are located on 17 acres, fronting the beautiful Cedrona bay, on Fox Island. The club has many amenities such as a 4,400 square foot clubhouse, a field kitchen with a professional gas barbecue, approximately 150 feet of floating dock complete with 30-amp power and water, launch ramp, sport court, outdoor play area for the kids and an outdoor dance floor. Every Fox Island Yacht Club member takes great pride in the clubhouse and grounds, and it shows, from the clean, well-maintained clubhouse to the manicured lawns and flowers right down the easily accessible dock. 

Please note we do not do non-member rentals of the facility.

To inquire about membership please use the link on the left menu.

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At the Venice Yacht Club we embrace family, friendship and community above all. Founded in 1951, VYC has long been recognized as a traditional yacht club whose member privileges include boating, social activities and events, waterfront dining, and holiday celebrations for all ages, young to the young at heart.  Our partnership with 36 fellow private clubs in the Florida Council of Yacht clubs ( FCYC ) insures you can sail, dine and dance in style across our beautiful state. 

Introduction

The origin and growth of the Venice Yacht Club is a remarkable legacy for its members today. It is the story of extraordinary founding members, people with desires, visions, and dreams, coupled with perseverance and commitment to establish a place in a maritime tradition for like-minded people. The story embraces people who love the sea and the waters around Venice, who love sailing and boating and water sports, and people who appreciate and value enduring friendships of common interests and having fun together.

Melding Dreams to Reality to Success

Melding the dreams into reality, with a constant focus to members’ desires coupled with astute financial management are challenges, but they are the challenges that Venice Yacht Club has managed with excellence through all its years. Today the Venice Yacht Club enjoys an outstanding reputation in the Florida sailing and boating community of private clubs.

Story of the VYC by John Sammet

In the Beginning

Our history is closely tied to the development of Venice. Standing in Pearson’s Cove today, looking south, it is hard to envision that in 1950 all there was to see was sand and scrub pines, no intracoastal waterway existed then, and only minimal development underway. The south jetty today was then known as Casey’s Pass and was little more than an inlet to Roberts Bay. On the south side of the inlet was a Florida fishing camp, known as the Tarpon Center Resort. It was a relatively small place, with several docks in the inlet, a restaurant called “Happy Land” and a few rooms for overnight visiting fishing families. Tarpon were abundant in the waters in the Gulf, and thus people came annually to this place for tarpon fishing. And it was the local gathering place for friends and laughter after time on the water.

Land to the north of Casey’s Inlet and land to the south of what today is the Venice airport was owned by O. W. Casperson. Land in the majority of what is Venice today from Roberts Bay to the north and south to the southern boundary of today’s Venice airport, was owned by Robert Baynard, the land having been purchased from Dr. Albee’s estate in one transaction. Land along Tarpon Center Drive south to Venice Beach was primarily dunes and sand and was in large part owned by George Gibbs, Jr., the owner of the Tarpon Center Resort.

Chronological Timeline

In the series of following sections, identified by year or years, are highlights about this amazing legacy with a focus to the story of the Club’s beginning and the clubhouse and all its modifications and enhancements through the years. 

Early Fall:  Weary of the drive to and from Sarasota to sail, five Venice sailors and their spouses, later known as the “organizing group,” gathered at the Casey Key home of John & Mary Winslow in late summer. Conversation focused on establishing a boating club in Venice. Sept – Nov: Gathering at the restaurant of the Tarpon Center Resort, a fishing camp owned by George Gibbs, Jr. – where Jetty Villas are today:

• Conversation continued about creating a boating club in Venice.
• Organizing group led an informal survey of Venice residents to determine interest.
• Discussed possibility with George Gibbs, Jr. about using the resort as headquarters. Gibbs offered space on an “if and when” basis.
• Gibbs offered newly completed lounge of his restaurant.  Caveat: Dining room would continue to be open to the public.
• Final language agreed by organizing group for charter application to State of Florida.
• Charter application sent to Tallahassee.

February 9, 1951 Charter was granted by Florida’s State Department with the name of Venice Yacht Club

• Lease was signed with George Gibbs, Jr. for the lounge to be club’s headquarters.
• 25 members including the organizing group sent membership invitations to 150 in Venice.
• 25 initial members elect officers and set dues: $25/year + $5 tax.
• By mid November, 118 members were on the club’s first roster.
• Monthly business meetings occurred along with social events.
• Local merchants solicited to fund materials for building “prams” for youth boating.
• The Club advertised a new sailing opportunity for Venice area youth at no fee.
• Club’s burgee was designed and registered.
• First sailboat racing calendar is published for the members.
• First Commodore’s Ball held for Commodore John Winslow and his wife, Mary.
• A formal, gala affair, it has continued annually through the years in January.
• 40 area youngsters take swim test and practice capsizes at Venice Beach.
• Youth sailing begins in Roberts Bay with volunteer instructors of the new club.
• With only 8 sailboats, “prams,” youngsters take turns sailing in the bay weekly.
• Board meetings and meetings and social events continue monthly.
• Social events include monthly theme parties.

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• Club changes from semi private to private with a membership now of 135 and growing.
• VYC became a member of the Florida Ocean Racing Association.
• Monthly newsletter begins, “The Log.”
• Board of the club to begin seeking property for its own clubhouse and docks.
• Board establishes several committees for both boating and social activities as well as a finance and entertainment committee
• Youth sailing is organized into the Pram Fleet of the VYC
• Red Tide hit the Gulf coast again in 1954, and information about it was published to the membership of the club.
• “Prambulators,” a new ladies sailing group was begun led by Mrs. Sidney (Ginny) Schroeder
• Monthly board meetings and social events occur monthly as the property search continues.
• Membership continues to grow in the VYC.
• Club holds benefit dinner dance to raise funds to build more prams-youth sailing growing.
• Tarpon Center Resort owner, Gibbs, tells board he needs the space occupied by the club.
• Board and Gibbs agree on a 60-day cancellation clause in the club’s lease.
• Expansion committee formed to seek a site for the club, accelerating the property search.
• One site, south end of Casey Key was a good prospect, affording bay to the gulf property.
• Negotiations failed for that parcel with disagreement about the price and terms.
• Board of directors realizes VYC needed incremental funds to purchase land and build.
• VYC is under some financial stress with number of functions being supported monthly.
• The probability of a bank loan for the club to make the purchase was unlikely.
• The board agreed to develop a proposal for the membership regarding the funding needed.
• Board meetings and monthly social events continued with great attendance.
• Boating “rendezvous” to other clubs also become a monthly event.
• January 1959, Annual Meeting: Membership approved a $270,000 building program.
• Also authorized forming the Venice Yacht Realty Corporation. Charter required for it.
• The intent: a separate corporation for a property purchase and costs for the clubhouse.
• October: Purchased the Col. Vincent Dixon property on the east side of Tarpon Center Drive, but declined to purchase the Dixon property on the west side of the road.
• Part of the northern part of the property, owned by George Gibbs, was also purchased.
• Later the Club would sell part of the northern segment.
• The Charter for the new Venice Yacht Club Realty Corporation was received in April from the Securities and Exchange Commission of the sate of Florida.
• Highly unusual and a first in Florida at that time for a charter for a corporation to be funded privately, with funding predicated on the sale of debenture bonds.
• Final drawings of the clubhouse were completed, and construction of a new clubhouse on the former Dixon-Gibbs-owned property began in August 1960 in a major ground breaking ceremony with club officers and all members present.
• Funds for construction were raised by yacht club members’ subscriptions to Venice Yacht Club Realty Corporation debenture bonds and a bank mortgage on the land along with additional option monies provided by board members.
• Club’s monthly publication changed from “The Log” to “Currents.”
• VYC joined the St. Petersburg Yacht Club’s invitation to discuss forming a representative body to encourage the sport of yachting and encourage reciprocity among clubs.
• With membership at approximately 300, the new clubhouse was commissioned and opened in a major celebration of persistence with great success on March 4, 1961.
• The celebration included local dignitaries, and the Venice High School ban.
• The harbor filled with boats blowing whistles and sirens in celebration.
• Young skippers of the “Pram Fleet,” with colored sails unfurled, tacked back and forth in the bay, greeting arriving, visiting watercraft.
• The American flag was raised on the gaff of the new flagpole, a gift from the board of directors’ members, joining the club’s burgee on the masthead with signal flags flying from the halyard and club officers’ flags at the yardarm.
• Kentucky Military Institute cadets fired gun salutes, and the club’s miniature cannon fired a shot in a grand celebration of accomplishment and commitment by all members of the club.
• In July VYC became one of the 13 founding clubs of the Florida Council of Yacht Clubs.
• Boating “rendezvous” with other yacht clubs began under reciprocity agreement of FCYC.
• The Fort Myers Yacht Club’s boaters were the first to “rendezvous” here in December.
• VYC is re-incorporated as a private club with revised By Laws.
• Not resting or satisfied with the VYC clubhouse, the VYC added a swimming pool and an outside veranda on the east side of the clubhouse, an outdoor snack bar, dressing rooms for visiting boaters, added storage space, and a dock master’s office was constructed.
• The VYC also began sponsorship of “Windjammers,” a junior and senior high school student sailing group, providing its VYC members as instructors with no fee as the “Pram Fleet” continued. Both Windjammers and Pram Fleet were open to all youth in Venice.
• Costs of sponsoring the youth sailing groups are growing.
• Tuitions of 25 cents per sailor for the school year began in the late 1960s.
• The original Prams had to be replaced and were with funds provided by local merchants.
• Social activities continued with monthly theme parties.
• Flag “etiquette” and protocols are established for the VYC for Retreat Ceremonies.
• Board of Directors agreed the VYC must adhere to new 1961 IRS guidelines for non-member functions and as well the IRS new guidelines for exemption applications and approvals.
• VYC passes and publicizes its Resolution against Drilling for Oil in the Gulf.
• VYC member William T. Pearson provided a gift of $25,000 to build an addition to the south side of the clubhouse.
• Later Mr. Pearson added an additional $7,000 to his original gift due to funding shortfall for the addition to the clubhouse.
• Earlier, he had donated the funds for new carpeting in the clubhouse.
• Accompanying his gift was a simple request: that “He has a place to enjoy his cigars and read his newspaper.”
• Accommodating Mr. Pearson’s request: The new room was available only to men until 2 pm during weekdays, but open to all members afterward.
• With construction completed, the room was dedicated on December 19, 1967 and simultaneously named Pearson’s Cove by the board of directors.
• A major event occurs: VYC receives the title to the land, the building and all facilities with all financial obligations (debt) having been met in full in such a short number of years.
• Plaque authorized by the Board of Directors honoring William T. Pearson.
• VYC continues to grow in memberships.
• Delinquent account letters are initiated, authorized by the board of directors.
• VYC agrees to for reciprocal agreements of the FCYC with member clubs.
• Employee job descriptions are initiated for the first time.
• Given increasing costs, including increasing insurance requirements and costs the VYC did not think it could continue to underwrite entirely the youth sailing programs
• The “Pram Fleet” was incorporated, separate from the VYC, as the Venice Youth Boating Assn., Inc. with a separate board of directors of 5 VYC members.
• Articles of Incorporation were approved by the state along with ByLaws
• VYC members continued the sailing instruction, open to all youth of greater Venice.
• Older, experienced young sailors assisted in the sailing lessons coaches and instructors along with some high school VYBA sailors as coaches on the water.
• New fuel tanks are installed at the dock replacing the original ones.
• Bingo games began weekly, adding to the club’s social calendar.
• VYC initiates advanced swimming and life saving classes with US Red Cross-certified and US Sailing Assn.-qualified VYC members as volunteers instructors.
• Bingo on Tuesday evenings at the VYC became a social highlight of the week with women in long dresses and men, always in coats and ties.
• A change in Florida law required private clubs hosting Bingo games, viewed as gambling in private clubs, to donate 10% of the proceeds to a charitable organizatio
• The VYC immediately directed 10% of Bingo proceeds to help support the VYBA.
• Annual minimum charge for dining began.
• Tables at varying heights were corrected to improve appearance in the main dining room.
• Chairs with casters were deemed appropriate for its members’ convenience.
• “Chargers” or service plates were designed by a VYC board member:      o The gold rimmed, blue border plates, with a white center and burgee in the middle.
• Simultaneously, the Venice Youth Boating Association, Inc. was designated by the IRS in March, as a 501(c)(3) organization, now legally able to receive donations.
• 10% of weekly Bingo proceeds were directed to the VYBA
• Kitchen revamping plan was presented and executed by VYC House Committee members.
• Reincorporation again was required because between 1962 and 1971, both charter and by laws revisions had been made without notifying the state of Florida
• In 1976 the outside veranda was enclosed with jalousie windows and air conditioned, creating more needed dining space and was named the Veranda Room.
• Five VYC members organized the Venice Women’s Sailing Squadron that was to be open to non club members and would be informally called the “Bitter Ends,” sailing in VYBA prams.
• Swimming pool is rebuilt and enlarged, and deck on the south side of the pool is enlarged.
• Dock rental agreements for slips are revised and strengthened.
• VYC’s insurance was upgraded and expanded significantly.
• The board of directors authorized a new employee orientation manual.
• The former, enclosed veranda was enlarged, floor to ceiling solar windows were added, and formerly the Veranda Room, it was re-named the “Bay Room.”
• John and Pearl Conard provided a $25,000 check directly to the VYBA for it to construct a building on the south side of the VYC property to house the “Pram Fleet.”
• A sailboat was donated to VYBA and sold to add to the building fund. The Conards added some additional funding shortly thereafter, based on final cost estimates for the building.
• The building, designed by member, Mort Levine. It was completed entirely by funds from VYBA with concurrence and support from the VYC board of directors and dedicated in November 1982. A plaque commemorating the Conards was placed at the southeast corner.
• Originally planned for the sole use of VYBA, the VYC needed storage and office space and VYC and VYBA agreed that VYC would occupy the second floor and VYBA the first floor.
• Non-resident membership rules are implemented.
• An addition called the “Ward Room” and adjoining small out door deck were added east of Pearson’s Cove.
• The dining room was enlarged at the north end, and the skipper’s “Ready Room” was created on the north-east side of the dining room.
• Membership rules for widows are implemented enabling widows to remain members as single members at a single member monthly dues rate.
• Survey of membership was initiated for long range planning to address future needs.
• A major dock expansion proposal was approved by the membership.
• Dock expansion proposal was presented to the Venice Board of Zoning Appeals by year-end and circulated to various other agencies and the county government.
• VYC begins its own chapter of the International Order of the Blue Gavel, a worldwide organization of past commodores of yacht clubs.
• Hurricane preparedness plan is initiated for the first time.
• VYC began “sundowner cruises” to benefit the South County’s American Cancer Society.
• A wooden deck and outside a small Tiki Bar was constructed outside by the pool.
• A new, larger dock master’s building was constructed.
• Parking lot was resurfaced with new parking lanes, expanding capacity of the parking lot.
• Increased docking is proposed and reviewed with various agencies, as required.
• Dock expansion denied by City of Venice. There were submerged land lease questions and issues from other involved agencies. So the VYC was forced back to the drawing board.
• VYC purchased 11 boat slips plus the rental apartment building from Kermit Paxton, on the south side of Higel Park.
• VYC names the apartment building, Fleets Inn, with members having priority in renting apartments for visiting families or friends.
• VYC celebrates its 35th anniversary of its founding.
• Monthly board meetings continue, as did monthly social events in high gear.
• Continuing to grow, the membership in the club has grown to almost 800.
• Summer memberships initiated.
• Annual fishing tournament begins.
• First Venice Christmas Boat parade begins with VYC boaters as the major initiators and participants, 1989.
• Mortgage burning celebration occurs. (Mortgage on original clubhouse construction.)
• $900 annual minimum for food and beverage charges instituted.
• VYBA changed, as a requirement of U S Sailing, from volunteer to paid instructors who were US Sailing-certified and also holding Red Cross Life Saving certificates.
• VYC celebrates its 40th anniversary.
• Space constraints were beginning to create challenges for the VYC, and the board had begun considering how to accommodate the larger membership for meals and monthly events.
• Docking committee continues to work on dock expansion applications and appeals.
• P/C George Goodwin funds front wall along Tarpon Center Drive and port cochere at the clubhouse entrance, and board of directors authorizes a plaque in memory of Goodwin’s wife, Ellan Goodwin, at to the right of the exit from the club parking lot where it is today.
• New awning was placed over the pool deck walkway between the clubhouse and the Tiki that also was enlarged again.
• Challenges regarding constrained space heightened, and the board of directors began considering in earnest an expansion of the clubhouse to meet members’ expectations.
• A member survey was initiated by the board of directors for feedback on clubhouse expansion under consideration to gain a deeper understanding of members’ desires.
• By year-end 1995, with the feedback from the membership, and suggestions from architects, coupled with visits to other yacht clubs, the board had agreed to a plan for expansion that would require a vote of the membership.
• VYC had a potential opportunity to acquire Higel Park and had general support of the membership. The final decision to sell the park was rejected by the city of Venice.
• Friday nights became “the night” to be at the VYC, and “Steak Nights” were begun that later would become “Galley Night.”
• Burgeoning at its seams, the VYC membership approved the plan for a complete renovation of the entire clubhouse, to cost $1.2 million, knowing it would take about a year.
• From the closing date in September through the completion of the new clubhouse, the VYC continued food and beverage service by a tent erected on the VYC property. Fuel dock also remained open. This was an amazing accomplishment designed to keep the club’s employees working and to retain members during the major construction project.
• Women’s Sailing Squadron “Bitter Ends,” celebrates its 20th anniversary.
• On November 1, 1997 the significantly expanded clubhouse opened with the new 2nd floor addition, the Sunset Room, an adjacent conference room, two restrooms upstairs, two elevators, one in the front entrance hall, and one in the kitchen to provide food service to the new Sunset Room overlooking Roberts Bay and the docks.
• An expanded burgee store opened.
• With a new bar upstairs in the Sunset dining room and the newly expanded main bar downstairs, adjacent to Pearson’s Cove, food and beverage services at the VYC were increased significantly. More space was available for multiple, simultaneous events at the VYC.
• Proposal was presented by the board of directors to make VYC a non-smoking club.
• Approved by the membership, smoking was limited to the outside of the clubhouse.
• VYC establishes a website, accessible by the public, and a members only section.
• Celebration of the VYC’s 50th anniversary occurred.
• VYC board of directors holds a fund raising and social event including raffles for a new sound system, a new dance floor in the main dining room, and another Tiki Bar expansion.
• First woman in VYC’s history is elected Commodore who later became Commodore of the Florida Council of Yacht Clubs.
• Plans for expanding the VYC docks fails to receive approval again. Undaunted, the VYC used the wisdom of mariners, and VYC changed courses in pursuit of expanded docks in the future for members and visiting guests.
• Effects of the beginning of an economic downturn in Florida were starting to be experienced at the VYC in reduced number of meals service and some members resigned due to economic circumstances.
• VYC was flourishing though finances were being impacted by the downturn.
• Simultaneously the docks adjacent to the immediate south of Fleets Inn went on the market, and VYC seriously considered acquiring them, giving VYC the docks all along Tarpon Center Drive. However, borrowing the funds for the purchase had become a consideration, but bank appraisals of the property were lower than the asking price. The seller would not amend the asking price.
• VYC declined to proceed further with that purchase.
• VYC’s marine is designated a “Florida Clean Marina” by the Florida Department of Environmental Protection, being only the 5th marina in Sarasota County to be so designated. The year=long effort had been undertaken by the Dockmaster and the VYC’s general manager.
• A major dock expansion was approved in a standing room only crowd at a meeting of the Sarasota County Commission, following a massive engineering and design effort involving numerous VYC marina committee members and the board of directors. Construction of the new C Dock, ending in a major T at the east terminus began shortly there after and was completed in 2011.
• Venice Yacht Club Charitable Foundation is established, now only the second club member of the FCYC to have a charitable foundation.
• Logo is established for the new charitable foundation along with a foundation committee inviting VYC members to contribute to insure success of the goal of giving back to our community with grant priorities: youth boating, health and education, veterans and active military, the environment, and civic improvement.
• C dock is completed and officially opened.
• Initial grants are provided of $50,248.
• The outside Tiki bar’s food and beverage business was the highest growth area in food and beverage sales at the VYC. That called for expansion of the Tiki and resulted in a major reconstruction and expansion to accommodate the ever-growing desire of the VYC’s membership for outdoor ambience and food and beverage service at the Tiki and all along the pool deck. New tables, chairs, and bar chairs were purchased.
• Grants provided from the VYCCF were $29,915.
• Equipment was purchased to replace old kitchen equipment to enhance the food service capability of the Club’s kitchen, especially needed due to the increase in the number of meals being served outside at the Tiki.
• Dining menus were expanded.
• Redecorating both the downstairs and upstairs of the clubhouse was completed.
• Pavers were installed for the entire pool deck and dining area outside.
• New outdoor chairs and tables were purchased increasing the seating capacity outside all around the pool.
• The swimming pool’s interior surface was renewed.
• Grants provided from the VYCCF grew to $76,808
• On New Year’s Day, the VYC’s general manager was killed in a tragic motorcycle accident. A large crowd attended a Celebration of Life for him in the clubhouse that included many of his motorcycle friends.
• By April the search committee, led by the Commodore, had selected a new general manager.
• Wi-Fi extended throughout the clubhouse and docks.
• Security cameras installed around the clubhouse with plans to include dock coverage.
• Major construction required for A Dock: seawall rebuilding
• New, portable dance floor purchased for main dining room.
• New sound system with separate capabilities for various areas in the Club.
• Wi-Fi capability enhanced again.
• Major project for A Dock: Widened slips and installed lifts resulting in all slips rented
• Significant repair required to seawall adjacent to fuel dock to rebuild the seawall and insure fuel tank security and safety to prevent possibility of forward fuel leakage
• Major construction occurred once again in the VYC’s clubhouse.
• Pearson’s Cove was expanded to enable more casual dining inside the clubhouse.
• New chairs and tables were purchased for “the Cove.”
• Main dining room carpeting, window treatments, and chandeliers were replaced.
• Movable glass wall of doors separates “the Cove” from reception desk new sitting area.
• Burgees from many visiting yacht clubs and VYC’s members’ former clubs re-installed in the main bar.
• Commodore’s Room, with a glass wall of doors was created at north end in dining room to enable small dinner parties and meetings.
• When the doors are opened for major clubhouse events, the Commodore’s Room becomes an expanded part of the main dining room.
• Incremental storage was made available in the expansion of Pearson’s Cove along with a complete renovation of the reception desk and a separate storage closet.
• Entrance hall floor completely replaced with attractive tile.
• Plantation shutters installed, enhance the up to date, tropical appearance.
• The VYBA completely revamped the boatyard by installing new boat racks all at its own expense to increase the boat storage capability and added an attractive wall at the south end of VYC property, all funded entirely by the VYBA.
• VYBA completely renovated the interior of the first floor of the Pram Shed, all at its own expense.
• The “Commodore’s Wall” of portraits was moved from the first floor to the second floor, complete with a new tradition of a portrait of the board members to be continued annually.
• VYCCF grants total $111,60.
• The Sunset Room is refurbished with new carpeting, matching the carpeting on the first floor and up the stairway. Sunset Room’s window treatments were enhanced.
• New trophy case at the north end of the Sunset Room was installed.
• Downstairs mens’ and ladies’ restrooms were completely renovated.
• New artwork was installed all around the first floor.
• Driveway completely resurfaced with new parking space lines.
• Tiki renovation:  bar equipment replaced, second computer added for servers, and new, concrete bar top installed
• Major air conditioning units replaced on Clubhouse
• Recoated port cochere entrance surface with long-lasting coating
• Replaced entire wooden walkway outside, all around the main bar
• Entire asphalt parking lot was patched and re-sealed
• VYC introduced a new staff position: Member Relations Manager
• VYC’s “story” accepted and posted at National Sailing Hall of Fame
• Two new boat lifts installed on D Dock
• Pizza oven installed in kitchen
• New website established for VYC enabling online reservations
• “Currents” printing moved to Venice Print Center where it is printed electronically, enhanced photo quality, now each issue is 28 pages vs. 24, has new square binding, and mailing addresses printed
• New truck purchased to replace the old van
• Major oven replaced in kitchen
• Computer replacements required were installed
• Long Range Planning Committee set new mission and objectives with plans for a members’ survey and focus groups in 2021
• Added 3 more boat lifts to D Dock
• Roll doors replaced at Pram Shed
• VYC Sailing Task Force established to create new sailing initiatives

2021  

• Member Satisfaction Survey Results Published
• Long Range Planning Committee announced the new VYC Strategic Plan
• Bayside Bar (Main Bar) completely renovated, including bar top and all appliances
• First Project of the VYC Strategi Plan Identified:  Replace kitchen and Clubhouse roof
• Fuel tanks and pumps replaced at fueling station
• Additional boat lifts installed on D Dock
• Channel dredged along A and B Docks
• Build Committee for Project # 1 established
• Membership Approval Process Revamped
• Bylaws Studies continued through the entire year
• City of Venice issued Proclamation:  Venice Yacht Club Day
• 70 th Anniversary gala party delayed from February to November (due to Covid)
• Major exhibit of our past in one case and another in a 2 nd case in Venice Library entrance for the month of November, 2021
• VYC 70 years of history documented by VYC Historian in the first book published about our history, “Past, Present, and Future.”

  2022  

• Bylaws revisions are presented in Membership Meeting.
• Bylaws are approved by Membership by membership-wide voting.
• Full study of Rules and Regulars gets underway to bring consistency with Bylaws.
• First project of VYC Strategic Plan: implementation is slated for July 1 – December 31.
• Build Committee & Commodore conduct Membership Meeting to communicate the status and the construction plan, the largest project ever undertaken by the VYC
• Build Committee & Commodore initiate $2 million loan with Bank of America, the largest loan for a ten-year term ever taken from a financial institution by our Club.
• VYC will remain open through the entire construction period.
• Temporary kitchen to be installed in front of Clubhouse during construction.
• Food / beverages to be served in the Bayside and Cove dining rooms, Bayside Bar, and Tiki throughout the construction period.
• VYC Membership capped at 750 members with a waiting list implemented.
• Summer Memberships eliminated for summer 2022 due to construction.
• House committee refurnished the outside stairway.
• House Committee refurbished the Flagpole and Compass Rose beautifully.
• East exterior, Clubhouse window frames and railings beside doors are refurbished.
• By year-end the roof replacement was completed.
• By year-end the kitchen renovation was almost completed, and the Commodore hosted an early “peek” at the new kitchen on December 29 th .  Final steps in the kitchen renovation project are expected at the end of January 2023.

UW dock renovations pose threat to 75-year sailing tradition, yacht club students say

S tudents in the Washington Yacht Club (WYC) accuse the University of Washington (UW) of working to stop a 75-year history of teaching students to sail.

Those students told KOMO News that the UW’s plans to renovate the docks near Husky Stadium will eliminate the docks they use to store their 70 boats, thus taking away their ability to teach students to sail.

“It would really mean, like a death blow to the community,” said Renee Chien, the current Rear Commodore of WYC.

The U.W. has plans to repair and remove docks. The total dock space will be reduced by 4,000 square feet. 

“And the university has actually given us a statement as of March that we will no longer be able to keep beyond one boat on the dock,” said Chien. 

UW told KOMO News that the club only needs to move some of the club's boats short term.

“We have up to 75 boats. We’ve got everything from sailboats up to a 44-foot ocean-going vessel and everything in between,” said William Rae, another member of WYC.

Once the renovation is completed in 2025, the university told KOMO that UW recreation will no longer maintain dock storage space, so the WYC and the Union Bay Rowing Club would each be able to maintain just one boat at the dock.

“It would mean the loss of something that I have poured my heart and soul into,” said Chien. “And I feel like that is the case for most people that I work with in the WYC, who like are united by their common love of sailing.”

Chien told KOMO she just joined the WYC in November, to learn to sail and loves it so much, she’s already been out sailing 22 of the past 23 days.

“I grew up in Taipei, Taiwan and as an international student, I wouldn’t have felt like my roots were planted firmly anywhere. I thought maybe I would stay in Seattle maybe I wouldn’t, but I didn’t feel attached and it was really because of sailing and because of my access to the water and this newfound connection that I have with the Puget Sound that I feel like I would like to stay here to keep sailing and keep building the community here,” explained Chien.

Perhaps the best part of getting out on one of the 70 boats to learn to sail, is the price. Students pay just $39 per quarter.

“And if we lose that that’s a huge loss to people being able to enter into a sport that traditionally has such a high barrier,” said Rae.

Sailing lessons in Seattle cost several hundred dollars a month.

“We’re pretty unique, definitely in the Pacific Northwest, and really for student-run organizations we believe we're unique in the country,” said Rae.

UW's tradition of sailgating right outside Husky Stadium is another unique Pacific Northwest tradition and some accuse the University of putting profits from events like this over student benefit.

The renovation plan calls for adding new docks for large sailgating boats plus greater access for students and the public to rent kayaks and canoes.

“And we just want to emphasize that kayak rentals are $19 per hour our quarterly membership is $39 a quarter,” said Chien.

UW told KOMO that they are prioritizing Rec Clubs with the new waterfront plan, to expand student participation.

Construction on the docks and beach at the UW is scheduled to start in January and UW told KOMO that they are still working with the WYC through this process.

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Top Yacht Clubs – Florida

Tucked along Florida’s 1,350 miles of coastline are private seaside clubs where mariners like to dock their boats and hang their hats. Many sport a friendly neighborhood feel; others rival first-class resorts by giving members a taste of the good life on the high seas. Deluxe amenities seem unlimited with annual regattas for racing fans, fishing charters for anglers and social events, where all the stars come out shining.

To get a glimpse of how the big dogs in the yacht world roll, we welcome you to check out Marinalife’s roster of ritzy yacht clubs serving the Sunshine State.

FLORIDA YACHT CLUB

Jacksonville, fl.

Established in 1876 to foster “yachting and social enjoyment” along the St. Johns River in Jacksonville, this club grew into a favorite getaway for 19th century business tycoons and their entourage. Today it’s known as one of the most prestigious private clubs and the sailing capital of northeast Florida. Amenities include two marinas with 150 slips, 10 tennis courts, a lovely clubhouse with banquet rooms, a swimming pool, a fitness center with personal trainers and a spa. The Youth Sailing Program, several annual regattas and plenty of social events keep members engaged and happy year-round.

HARBOUR RIDGE YACHT CLUB

Palm city, fl.

The soaring eagle emblem on Harbour Ridge’s logo is a pleasant statement that this yacht club cares about protecting the natural environment around its facility on the St. Lucie River north of West Palm Beach. Its two championship golf courses are Certified Audubon Cooperative Sanctuaries, but conservation does not distract from luxurious amenities. Members can choose between upscale or casual dining in the 45,000 square-foot clubhouse while soaking up stunning lakeside views. Also set in this idyllic rural setting: tennis courts, a swimming pool, a fitness center and spa, a library, a puppy park and banquet halls for special events.

PALM BEACH YACHT CLUB

West palm beach, fl.

Founded in 1890, this boaters’ sanctuary is considered a jewel of the Atlantic seaboard that attracts racers and society’s A-list from around the world. With five-star cuisine and gracious décor, the dining room is an epicurean delight. The club is renowned for events such as trips to the Kentucky Derby, Napa Valley and Havana, as well as art tours, river cruises, Miami Dolphin football games and tennis tournaments.

ROYAL PALM YACHT & COUNTRY CLUB

Boca raton, fl.

Alcoa industrialist Arthur Vining Davis founded the Royal Palm in 1959 on 450 acres of land that was once Boca Raton’s polo grounds. The property’s centerpiece is a Jack Nicklaus Signature Golf Course, which hosts several tournaments on its scenic greens. The marina’s floating dock yachting facility can accommodate vessels up to 130 feet. Three restaurants offer options ranging from relaxed snacks to elegant gourmet cuisine. Six tennis courts, a swimming pool, a spa and a fitness center top off the amenity list.

CORAL RIDGE YACHT CLUB

Fort lauderdale, fl.

Conveniently located near three major airports, Coral Ridge has been an upscale haven for affluent and celebrity guests, including The Beatles in 1964. Founded in 1947, the gorgeous clubhouse overlooks stunning views of the Intracoastal Waterway, Sunrise Bay and historic Hugh Taylor Birch State Park. Amenities include family and social activities, a fitness center, golf, a swimming pool, tennis, sports camps and sailing programs for children. It’s within easy walking distance from white-sand beaches, restaurants, nightlife, and movie theaters.

CORAL REEF YACHT CLUB

Some of the country’s best yacht racing competitions take place at Coral Reef — 2008 Star Worlds, Bacardi Miami Race Week, Rolex Miami Olympic Classes Regatta and more. And some of its members bring home Olympic gold medals in boating events. When you visit this bustling club, it’s the 100-slip marina that catches your eye and the 6,000 square foot clubhouse that makes you want to linger in the lounge and hear about the history and camaraderie in the waters of Biscayne Bay. Social activities for adults and kids build a strong sense of community.

OCEAN REEF CLUB

Key largo, fl.

You can arrive by land, sea or air to this 2,500-acre private paradise tucked away in the northern tip of Florida’s Keys. Known for championship golfing and world-class fishing, the facility includes 12 tennis courts, basketball, a spa and a fitness center. A dozen restaurants and lounges present a range of options from gourmet to casual dining and poolside cocktails. In addition to the nine-hole mini-golf course, Buccaneer Island’s saltwater lagoon is family-fun central with water sports such as sailboats, kayaks and stand-up paddleboards. Snorkeling and scuba excursions depart daily.

USEPPA ISLAND CLUB

Bokeelia, fl.

Private security and sophisticated solitude are the buzzwords for this private club located on a 100-acre island on Pine Island Sound. Since the 1800s, industrialists, socialites and fishing fans have been pampered at this luxurious West Florida retreat. The U.S. government took over the island during the Bay of Pigs invasion, but the club reopened in 1976 and was restored to its original grandeur. Today’s guests enjoy amenities such as fine dining, tennis, a swimming pool, croquet and bocce. Social events and regattas in peak season are legendary.

PELICAN ISLE YACHT CLUB

After a recent $4.8 million renovation, Pelican Isle is looking pretty swanky. The new 20,000 square-foot club-house is complete with a new kitchen, banquet rooms, fitness center, stellar waterfront views, two bocce courts and firepits. Only five minutes from the Gulf of Mexico at Wiggins Pass on the Cocohatchee River, the nearby beach is rated as top-notch with a coral reef for scuba divers. Amenities include upscale dining, a swimming pool, tennis, pickleball, water aerobics, a ship store and yachting excursions.

ST. PETERSBURG YACHT CLUB

St. petersburg, fl.

Established in 1909 and fully renovated in the 1990s, this prestigious club is dedicated to preserving traditions in sailing and yachting. The list of members’ championship racing awards and Olympic medals is extensive. As one of America’s oldest yacht clubs, the facility overlooking Tampa Bay presents two elegant dining rooms, cocktail lounge, poolside tiki hut and many spacious banquet rooms. Special events include the historic Habana Race (first sailed in 1930), Vintage Motor Classic and several fishing tournaments.

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