OCSC Sailing began in 1979, with one boat, a shed, and a simple idea: share the joy of sailing and take care of our clients the way we’d want our friends and family to be treated. Three decades later, we’re still doing the same thing. Our community has grown, but we still know our customers, and they are still our friends. OCSC picture of Anthony Sandberg Our Mission We teach sailing to enhance people’s inextricable link to the ocean, to […]
Twelve boating enthusiasts met on February 6, 1963 with the intent of forming the Oceanside Yacht Club. The Oceanside Small Craft Harbor was a reality by then and the Southern California Yachting Association had given the group its guidance, advice, and encouragement. A week later, the group met with then Oceanside Councilman George G. Turnbull, Oceanside Harbor District Director Harold B. Snyder, and Harbor Patrol Chief David Owens. A committee consisting of Mildred Wright, Ken Gilman, Byron Jessup, Ray Borgeson, […]
In January 1913, a handful of sailors met at Peterson’s Boat House at the foot of 12th Street in Oakland. They formed Oakland Yacht Club which was incorporated in December of that year. Early history of Bay Area yacht clubs suggests that there were two yacht clubs named “Oakland.” It is thought that our Club has its roots in several former clubs including The Panama YC. Judge H.W. Pulcifer was elected the first Commodore, and the first meetings of the […]
The Newport Ocean Sailing Association (NOSA) was founded in 1947 and has grown to become the organizer of many of Southern California’s traditional boat races. The organization has a rich history of race sponsorship under the stewardship of its presidents and committees. The founding members of NOSA met in 1947 to organize a small, just-for-fun race for sailors coming out of World War II. Newport Harbor Yacht Club hosted the first race, called at the time, the Governor’s Cup. A […]
The history of the Newport Harbor Yacht Club, established in 1916, is intertwined with the development of the city of Newport Beach and its world-renowned yachting and recreational harbor. Since 1919, the Club’s permanent home has been at its present location at 720 W. Bay Avenue. The picturesque clubhouse has been remodeled and enlarged, but never replaced. Dr. Albert Soiland, the Norwegian-born founder and first commodore of the Club, was a man with an inborn love of sailing and the […]
he Navy Yacht Club San Diego is an element of the Commanding Officer Naval Base Coronado’s Morale, Welfare and Recreation (MWR) program. It operates in support of the MWR programs established by the Chief of Naval Personnel. The club is located in facilities at the Fiddler’s Cove Marina, on Strand Way, Coronado, CA. The club is a member of the San Diego Association of Yacht Clubs, San Diego Cruiser Association, the Southern California Yachting Association, and the United States Sailing […]
The NYCLB was established under the authority of Naval Station Struction 1710.9 dated 23 October 1967, for the express purpose of encouraging Corinthian sailing and boating, promoting safety, traditions, customs and competition in yachting and to provide a competitive sailing identity through which members could participate in local, state and nation competitive events. As Port Services Officer, Naval Station Long Beach, LCDR John P. Larson, USN, originated and brought into being a sailing facility, a new form of recreation for […]
Napa Valley Yacht Club Whether you own a boat or just love the water, a focus on fun, food, wine and friendship, affords our members a great social alternative. Plus we are offered reciprocal PICYA access to most yachts clubs where ever we may travel. Together we share knowledge of the local waters and plan cruises to a variety of ports. Members host holiday brunches, bocce ball tournaments and of course our famous Friday night dinners with appealing bar pricing. […]
The Morro Bay Yacht Club is a private, non-profit organization devoted to boating activities, along with the protection and enjoyment of our picturesque bay and coastline. We participate in both competitive and non-competitive boating activities throughout the year. Anyone at least 21 who owns a boat, is planning to buy a boat, or regularly enjoys boating activities in someone else’s boat is invited to apply for membership. Currently our members’ boats range in size from kayaks to ocean cruisers, and […]
A special address for the MPYC.org Calendar can be specified by another tool (Google Calendar, Yahoo Calendar, Apple, etc.) and that external tool can request updates. Once the tool is updated, you can use your smartphone or other device to check that tool’s calendar. For example, I can view Google Calendars on my phone so I create an additional Google Calendar in my account, specify the MPYC.org Calendar ical url and then synch my phone with my Google calendar and […]
Mission Bay Yacht Club has a rich history — the early sailboats had to be flat bottomed to maneuver in the shallow water of the Bay. The Flapper, a 12 foot catboat, was the first class to race. A variety of boats, including some from San Diego Yacht Club, formed a handicap fleet and raced when the tide permitted. By 1931 the Skimmer was the hot boat in this area. Each Opening Day we relive some of our early history […]
In January 1913, a handful of sailors met at Peterson’s Boat House at the foot of 12th Street in Oakland. They formed Oakland Yacht Club which was incorporated in December of that year. Early history of Bay Area yacht clubs suggests that there were two yacht clubs named “Oakland.” It is thought that our Club has its roots in several former clubs including The Panama YC. Judge H.W. Pulcifer was elected the first Commodore, and the first meetings of the […]
a full service bar open daily •weekly dinners •dance floor & sound system •indoor fireplace & indoor wood stove •WiFi (free) •big screen TV on satellite •large complete galley •guest shower •ship’s store •gazebo with seating •outdoor deck •large outdoor BBQ •beautiful view of the Carquinez Straits Our facilities are available for party and event rental. Nearby are… •public marina & bait shop •fishing pier •boat launch •bocce courts •skateboard park •large playground •beautiful park with picnic areas •ball fields […]
The Club is quite flexible when it comes to times of availability and special requests, including beverage requests. Your desires should be discussed in advance with the Rear Commodore, so you can tailor the event to your needs. The Club will clean up after the event; however, you are responsible for cleanup during the event and for kitchen/galley cleanup and removal of decorations. The Club can arrange for assistance during an event at a nominal additional cost. There is one […]
MWYC) is a California Non-Profit Corporation formed in 1979. MWYC fosters an interest in all aspects of boating, promotes boating safety and education and assists its members in contributing to their enjoyment of water related recreation. MWYC is a friendly group who enjoy boating and socializing while developing lifetime friendships with those who share similar interests. “The idea is to have fun while being a responsible boater.”* MWYC is active in the local boating community, Pacific Inter-Club Yacht Association of […]
The companionship and shared Corinthian Spirit that can be had with good friends in a relaxed setting away from the office or workplace, enables our members to enjoy the sea and sun with fun and pleasure. The Marina Venice Yacht Club is a non-profit organization of people who just like the Pirates of the Caribbean, like to hit the Islands for a great time. For information on how to join or what events we have upcoming, please call (310) 822-9082 […]
Marina Bay Yacht Club is an all volunteer club headquartered in Richmond, California at Marina Bay on the northeasterly edge of San Francisco Bay. For a Day on the Bay: After a short trip down the Harbor Channel and Point Potrero Reach, past historic buildings on the shore, and break-water home to native water fowl, one finds themselves beautifully placed to enjoy the day. Sail west to Angel Island, Raccoon Strait and the Golden Gate Bridge to the Pacific beyond. […]
Marin Yacht Club started as a Yachting annex of the Marin Golf and Country Club on 29th of September 1929. F. Somers Peterson and his wife Helen, founders of the Country Club, with its 9 hole Golf Course, had in reality, little interest in playing golf. They both were fascinated by the water and nurtured a great love for sailing. Living in a house situated on the heights above the entrance of San Rafael creek and canal into the San […]
The Los Gatos Yacht Club was founded in 1978 by like-minded boating enthusiasts, for boating enthusiasts. The primary purpose of the club is involvement in fun and safe boating activities on a regular basis, and the sharing of knowledge and ideas to help members increase their enjoyment of boating. Our members live throughout the Bay Area with their home ports in Los Gatos, San Jose, Saratoga, Santa Cruz, Cupertino, Mountain View, and the East Bay. Member’s boats are also berthed […]
The following historical sketch of the Los Angeles Yacht Club is intended to augment the wealth of information that is presented elsewhere in this book, as well as the facts and illustrations in the archives and the records of deeds engraved upon the multitude of hard won trophies. It is not intended to individually credit the great sailors, their fine ships or the selfless dedicated men who do not appear on the record, but who sailed for, or worked with, […]