News
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QYC Board Election Scheduled for November 22!
It's time again for us to vote on our Board for the coming year. We have a terrific slate of capable and enthusiastic candidates who are ready to navigate our club through 2023. While we normally vote at our Fall Meeting, we have gotten out of the habit during these COVID years, and are going to be trying something new this year - voting online via our web portal - in the interest of getting
Published 1:21pm on 9 Nov 2022
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Beautiful Weather Expected for Docks Out Day!
Hello members! Looks like great weather tomorrow (Saturday, October 22) for Docks Out Day - bring your work gloves and please arrive by 9AM. Lots to do before Nappy Crane arrives, and all help is appreciated!
Published 9:47pm on 21 Oct 2022
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QYC Hosts 40th Annual September Winds Windsurfing Regatta
Join us on September 24 for an exciting day of windsurfing! QYC is pleased to once again host the September Winds Windsurfing Regatta. Whether you surf, or just like to enjoy a fun afternoon at the lake, the Regatta promises to be an exciting and fun event. For additional details, or to enter the Regatta, please contact Mike McCaffrey at the email address shown. Hope to see you there!
Published 3:13pm on 18 Sep 2022
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Farewell to Summer BBQ and Moonlight Sail
Save the Date! September 17 - 4PM The season is winding down, which means it's time for our annual Farewell to Summer BBQ and Moonlight Sail event! This family-friendly event is always tons of fun, and we hope to see lots of you there! Members are free to invite guests to this event. Main dishes will be provided by the Club, members are asked to bring a potluck-style side dish,
Published 5:18pm on 2 Sep 2022
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Sisters Under Sail Welcoming New Members
After several weeks of meetings, Sisters Under Sail is pleased to welcome new members Dawn and Sue. Any ladies that are interested in joining our evening meetings on Tuesdays at 6PM are welcome to attend. Our mission is to provide an opportunity to maximize on-water activities for the women at QYC who are interested in sailing, sharing and fun. Our commitment is to offer educational opportunities that will build confidence and foster independence
Published 3:08pm on 11 Jul 2022
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Saturday Social Sailing Begins July 16
Club members are invited to join an afternoon of cruising on our beautiful lake. The goal of our new Social Saturdays is to get more people out on the lake, help newer sailors learn from Club experts, and build camaraderie with casual snacks and drinks on the deck. These Cruising Club events are perfect for members who may not want to participate in race days, but do want to meet other QYC members,
Published 3:01pm on 9 Jul 2022
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Learn to Sail Course Now Available!
Quannapowitt Yacht Club offers a 5-week sailing program designed to give students the basics of sailing in a fun, supportive and safe environment. The program is limited to 8 students, to ensure each student receives plenty of one-on-guidance on the water. Each weekly session is two hours long, with a maximum of two students per boat. Throughout the five week program, QYC instructors will cover the fundamentals of sailing including:
Published 9:36pm on 3 Jun 2022
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QYC 2022 Racing Series Registration Now Available!
Greetings from your QYC Race Committee! We are running five racing series this season, and hope to see lots of boats on the water. QYC offers mixed-fleet handicapped racing, open to all QYC Sailing Members. Racing begins June 1 and continues weekly through October 2. We run both Wednesday evening and Sunday afternoon series. Click here to register. Race rules are available under the Racing tab, and
Published 3:20pm on 16 May 2022
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Memorial Day Windsurfing Regatta Coming to QYC
For additional details, or to enter the Regatta, please contact Mike McCaffrey at the email address on the flyer. Hope to see you there!
Published 4:40pm on 1 May 2022
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Message from the Commodore
Greetings and welcome to our 2022 season. Quannapowitt Yacht Club has been part of the fabric of our community since 1880. We have a strong membership that is dedicated to enjoying time on the water and promoting a family friendly atmosphere where new sailors can have fun alongside accomplished sailors - some of whom compete at the national level. We also enjoy kayaks, canoes and paddleboards. When members aren't on the water, they can be
Published 11:05pm on 26 Apr 2022